( ID: Tumblr user makingqueerhistory: Queer history isn't just a duty, it's a pleasure. Learning about the history of the queer community does more than make you a better community member. It also just makes life seem less overwhelming. In a world where your feelings of powerlessness benefit the powerful, seeking historical precedent for being the underdog has worth. Learning the stories of queer anti-fascists making zines to scare off Nazis is fun (Claude Cahun). Exploring the history of a radical newspaper that somehow turned into a cultural touchstone is a drama-filled journey and often so funny (The Village Voice). Reading queer peoples' diaries is generally a wild ride (Vaslav Nijinsky). The reason so many people are drawn to these stories is not just because they are morally important, it's because they capture attention. They are interesting, and weird, and sometimes hilarious. Queer history is important, of course. But it's also pleasurable, and understanding that is often the best motivation to start learning. As someone who is constantly researching this subject, the self-pitying cries of "but no one taught us this!" is getting a bit old. No one taught you this because they wanted to keep you disempowered, and by giving into that, you let them win. Do something. Learn. )

Learn Trans history and understand why we need to continue to lift their voices. Especially those that have been stolen.

Hateful people don't want them to be heard. They don't want Trans people to safely exist.

#TransLivesMatter #POCTransLivesMatter #DisabledTransLivesMatter #AlwaysPunchNazis