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Fifth Harmony’s Lauren Jauregui fights back against homophobia on Twitter
the bisexual singer clapped back at ‘toxic masculinity’
Fifth Harmony member Lauren Jauregui stood up for the LGBT community against homophobia in a lengthy Twitter conversation on Monday.
Jauregui came out as bisexual in 2016 and ever since has been vocal about her support for the LGBT community including penning an open letter to President Donald Trump.
“I am a bisexual Cuban-American woman and I am so proud of it,” Jauregui wrote.
On Monday, Jauregui shared a tweet of someone asking what people would do if their son came out as gay. Answers ranged from having him raped by two women to “I’ll kill him.” One user commented “This is why we commit suicide.”
“This is such a disgusting display of toxic masculinity & a deep ignorance of the expression of human sexuality. It is a spectrum that has no shame. It will be painful but it will lead you to your true family. Anyone who can wish this on something they created is deeply troubled,” Jauregui tweeted.
This is such a disgusting display of toxic masculinity & a deep ignorance of the expression of human sexuality. It is a spectrum that has no shame. It will be painful but it will lead you to your true family. Anyone who can wish this on something they created is deeply troubled. https://t.co/urD1iosDEU
— Lauren Jauregui (@LaurenJauregui) February 6, 2018
Her response sparked a chain of tweets supporting the LGBT community.
Shine king? https://t.co/1hkqJzPvls
— Lauren Jauregui (@LaurenJauregui) February 6, 2018
These people themselves are disgusting and should be ashamed. Raising a child does not give you the right to dictate who they become and how they live their lives. ? lanyontsa
— nelson (@NelsonXolo) February 5, 2018
Do not be terrified. Your truth is not shameful, and anyone who shames you for living your truth only does it because they are ashamed of who they are. https://t.co/jGtmNkIKdR
— Lauren Jauregui (@LaurenJauregui) February 6, 2018
Ever. https://t.co/eVck28vwc8
— Lauren Jauregui (@LaurenJauregui) February 6, 2018
He doesn’t hate gay people, he hates himself and who he has to pretend to be to be the right kind of “male” https://t.co/mjWQh65YUe
— Lauren Jauregui (@LaurenJauregui) February 6, 2018
I’m sorry you had to go through that kind of shame and embarrassment, love. You didn’t deserve it. I️ hope you’ve found people who love you for exactly who you are, because you are perfectly you. https://t.co/UUqmvInyIU
— Lauren Jauregui (@LaurenJauregui) February 6, 2018
To an extent. Some people aren’t ever exposed to other opinions and are raised and abused their whole lives by toxic people. We must bring light to ignorance, not cast them further into their shadow selves https://t.co/SD3g4PGCA1
— Lauren Jauregui (@LaurenJauregui) February 6, 2018
Out & About
Blade Summer Kickoff Party returns to Rehoboth
Politicians slated to speak at annual Blue Moon party
The Washington Blade’s 17th annual Summer Kickoff Party returns Friday, May 17, 5-7 p.m. at the Blue Moon (35 Baltimore Ave.) in Rehoboth Beach, Del.
It’s an exciting election year in Delaware, which is poised to elect its first Black woman senator (Lisa Blunt Rochester) and the nation’s first transgender member of Congress (Sarah McBride).
McBride is scheduled to speak at the party along with several politicos from the area. With the retirement of longtime state Rep. Peter C. Schwartzkopf, a staunch LGBTQ ally, three strong contenders are running to replace him. All three — Marty Rendon, Kathy McGuiness, and Claire Snyder-Hall — are slated to speak at the party. A representative from Blunt Rochester’s campaign is scheduled to speak, along with Kim Leisey, the new executive director of CAMP Rehoboth.
Tax-deductible tickets are $20 and available on Eventbrite or via the Blade’s Facebook page. The party is sponsored by Justin Noble of Sotheby’s, The Avenue Inn & Spa, and Blue Moon.
Andy Cohen, executive producer of “The Real Housewives” franchise and host of “Watch What Happens Live,” will return to Sixth & I on Wednesday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m.
This event will be his fifth appearance at the venue to celebrate the paperback release of his New York Times bestselling memoir, “The Daddy Diaries,” talk about the latest Housewives happenings, and answer audience questions about everyone’s favorite Bravolebrities.
Cohen will be in conversation with Rep. Robert Garcia, who represents California and is the first LGBTQ immigrant to win a congressional seat. Rep. Garcia has also been known to quote from “The Real Housewives” in congressional hearings.
Tickets start at $12 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
“Herses- Purse Frist Extravaganza” will be on Friday, May 3 at 9 p.m. at 1835 14th St. N.W. This will be an evening of dancing and performances, hosted by HAUS of Bambi Award-winning Performance Artist, BUMPER. Refreshments are also available for purchase.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.