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Originally Posted by BBXX
I do see the merit in this, absolutely, and I do think grouping T (particularly) with LGB confuses the matter for all. They are different, but the Trans community has already been an integral part of the gay community for historic reasons, right back to the very first pride riot and really LGBT is just made from a collection of people who were all persecuted for similar reasons despite the distinct differences between the identities.
And so while I understand the logic of "it's not the same, it shouldn't be grouped together" I also understand there is a 'strength in numbers' and particularly for historic reasons that was extremely vital for fighting for rights.
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T was only added in the late 90s if I recall correctly. Prior to that it was just LGB.
There is strength in numbers, but there is this expectation for the LGB community to wholeheartedly support everything the TQ+ community fight for, which isn’t always the case.