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In this world of digital erasure and selective histories, William Dorsey Swann, a Black man who embodied defiance and elegance as America's first drag queen, remains unnamed in a gilded portrait. This isn't just negligence—it's a stark reminder of systemic disregard. The erasure of queer and Black voices in historical narratives isn't a mere oversight; it's a weapon wielded by power to maintain a narrative that excludes us. We won't be silenced or hidden any longer. The stories of trailblazers like Swann deserve to be shouted from every rooftop, celebrated without reservation. Acknowledge their struggle or stand complicit in injustice.

Photo dump of me smiling, mostly. 💚 * * * #blackqueerjoy #blackmansmiling #filipinxjoy #queerjoy #happy #smile #photodump #selflove #healing #gooddays https://www.instagram.com/p/CZVkoUbJDGb/?utm_medium=tumblr

Sunday reflections, I have compassion because I believe in a better-united humanity, no matter what. And assimilation has never been an option or a choice. I don’t ever mask who I am but when I do I’m still the same person. - These thoughts were crafted in love. If you take them any other way that’s your perception not mine. Btw, why were women being assaulted at a higher rate during women's history month? 🙏🏾 - Thanks @stuzoclothing and @kenyabarris #blackaf #unityperiod #theworkisworthit #blackmenprotectblackwomen #blackqueerjoy #mortasaynoworlater https://www.instagram.com/p/CN0hZONhFPc/?igshid=1027r27nkm1s3