I started working for Georgia Voice as an intern about two years ago. As a non-LGBTQ ally entering a queer space and producing work in this space, I knew I had to remove myself from the equation.
My writing could no longer be only about me, my experiences, or my personal worldview. It would have to be about you: Atlanta’s LGBTQ community.
Now, of course my personal opinions align themselves with the mission of Georgia Voice; I would not be here if I didn’t have the utmost respect, care, and love for LGBTQ people, but I know my experience is not the same as the experiences of those in the community.
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