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The 2025 Government Shutdown and How It’s Hitting Oregon’s Most Vulnerable Counties

So here we are again — another government shutdown. Congress couldn’t agree on a budget, and now millions of people across the country are stuck waiting to see what happens to their benefits. For Oregon, this hits especially hard because so many families rely on SNAP (aka food stamps) to get by each month. When the government stops, so does a lot of the help people count on just...

Stephen Proffitt

2025-10-22 23:25:34

The Endgame: What’s Really Going On Between the Trump Administration and the LGBTQ Community

I’ve been watching this administration closely, and honestly, it’s hard not to feel like there’s a pattern here. It’s not random policy changes or “different priorities” — it’s a steady attempt to rewrite what it means to be recognized, protected, and visible if you’re part of the LGBTQ community. And if we’re being honest, the...

Stephen Proffitt

2025-10-22 20:38:11

Queerlinq: The New Digital Home for the LGBTQ+ Community

It’s no secret that finding a truly inclusive, affirming online space can be tough. Between algorithms that bury queer content and moderation rules that don’t always understand our culture, mainstream platforms can feel like they weren’t built with us in mind. That’s exactly where Queerlinq comes in — a social platform created for the LGBTQ+ community, by the...

Stephen Proffitt

2025-10-16 18:18:52

Are Social Media Giants Silencing the LGBTQ+ Community?

Welcome to the "Digital Closet" At first glance, it may seem like LGBTQ+ visibility has never been higher. Pride posts, drag culture, and queer influencers are everywhere. But beneath the surface, there’s a shadow war raging—where powerful algorithms, inconsistent moderation, and opaque policies quietly push queer voices to the margins. What “Silencing” Looks Like in...

Stephen Proffitt

2025-10-15 00:38:38

When Social Media Turns Its Back on Queer Creators

As a queer creator, I started sharing my life online to tell my truth, celebrate identity, and build a community where authenticity matters. At first, it felt liberating—a space to connect, to inspire, to be unapologetically myself. But over time, I’ve watched these platforms, especially Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, quietly push out queer voices. The very spaces that promised...

Team Queerlinq

2025-09-29 19:04:50

Why the LGBTQ+ Community Needs Its Own Social Platform

In today’s digital world, social media is the public square, the town hall, and the café where people gather to connect, share, and discover community. But for LGBTQ+ people, mainstream platforms often fail to provide the safety, representation, and community-building opportunities they need. Hate speech, algorithmic erasure, and lack of inclusive features create an environment...

Team Queerlinq

2025-09-24 20:40:29

Why Gender-Affirming Healthcare Matters More Than You Think

If you’ve been paying attention to the news lately, you’ve probably noticed that “gender-affirming healthcare” gets talked about a lot. And let’s be honest—the conversation can get pretty heated. Some people see it as essential, life-saving care, while others treat it like some kind of radical new idea. Here’s the thing: when you strip away the...

Team Queerlinq

2025-09-21 21:49:21

Let’s Talk About It: When LGBTQ Folks Hurt Each Other

We talk a lot about homophobia, transphobia, and the fight for equality from the outside world. But there’s something we don’t talk about nearly enough — the hurt that happens within the LGBTQ community itself. Yep, LGBTQ-on-LGBTQ hate is real. And it can sting just as much, if not more, than what we face from outside. Whether it’s gatekeeping, judgment, racism,...

Stephen Proffitt

2025-06-16 19:40:43

Pride Has a History—And It’s Way More Than Glitter

Okay, let’s be real: Pride today is full of rainbows, drag, glitter, and corporate logos slapped on everything from coffee cups to sneakers. And sure, that’s fun—but the real story behind Pride? It’s gritty. It’s brave. And honestly, it’s kind of wild. As a proud bisexual human who’s been asked “but which do you really like?” way too...

Team Queerlinq

2025-06-11 01:03:59

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Meta’s Big Shift: What It Means for the LGBTQ+ Community

The 2025 Government Shutdown and How It’s Hitting Oregon’s Most Vulnerable Counties

The Endgame: What’s Really Going On Between the Trump Administration and the LGBTQ Community

Queerlinq: The New Digital Home for the LGBTQ+ Community

Are Social Media Giants Silencing the LGBTQ+ Community?

When Social Media Turns Its Back on Queer Creators

Why the LGBTQ+ Community Needs Its Own Social Platform

Why Gender-Affirming Healthcare Matters More Than You Think

Let’s Talk About It: When LGBTQ Folks Hurt Each Other

Pride Has a History—And It’s Way More Than Glitter