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Should We Drop the "T" in LGBT?
By Kat BlaqueJanuary 28 2016 / 4:09 PM
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There's been a lot of debate on multiple sides about whether the "T" should be part of LGBT. There are many arguments for or against. I have several opinions on both sides, so I thought that I would just give you my take.
Watch my video below and let me know what you think!

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