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Queer Keyword – JT Windle

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The word queer and media have a very close connection. For many years, media only portrayed heteronormative depictions of daily life and promoted traditional norms of gender roles and sexuality. Queer, in its most basic definition, is a sort of catch all term for any sexuality that is not considered to be heterosexual. Queer media is media that breaks down… Read more »

Mimi Bainbridge “Queer” Post

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In recent times, queer media has continuously challenged traditional gender and relationship “norms” by giving more opportunities to underrepresented identities. This typically includes the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout the years, I have begun to see an increase in the amount of characters featured on shows that are either gay or exploring any another identity. For example, the hit sitcom Modern Family… Read more »