This article originally appeared in EverydayFeminism.com and is reprinted by permission. In a way, there is a safety that comes with being out in public holding a boy’s hand. I’m seen as straight, feminine, the “right” sort of woman. Nobody harasses me, leering and telling me to kiss him so they can watch. Nobody calls me the d-word or threatens to “turn” me straight. As far as … [Read more...]
6 Points to Consider When Asking Why Queer Women Date Masculine Women “Instead of Just Dating a Guy”
Editor's note: This article was originally published on Everyday Feminism as "An Answer to 'Why Is She Dating a Masculine Woman Instead of Just Dating a Guy?" and is republished here with their permission. Maybe you’ve heard it, been asked it, or wondered about it yourself: why do queer women and lesbians date masculine-presenting women instead of just dating a cisgender … [Read more...]
