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Nerd Out with Jessie Gender: The Top 7 LGBT Comic Book Moments
In honor of Avengers: Infinity War's lack of queer representation, Jessie runs down her top 7 favorite LGBT comic book moments!
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By Jessie EarlApril 27 2018 / 9:00 AM
Jessie Earl
When not discussing Star Trek or Wonder Woman, Jessie makes videos and writes about transgender topics and pop culture.
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Nerd Out with Jessie Gender: The Top 7 LGBT Comic Book Moments

In honor of Avengers: Infinity War's lack of queer representation, Jessie runs down her top 7 favorite LGBT comic book moments!

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