men who have sex with men

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“According to nationally-representative surveys in the United States, hundreds of thousands of straight-identified men have had sex with other men.”
from — Why do some straight men have sex with other men? – UBC News. (2024, December 20). UBC News. 

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potential spirals

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marginalize

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“While the controversy touches on complex questions of identity, fashion and representation, Montes believes it’s important to examine what being “seen” in elite spaces really means for marginalized communities.”
From Los Angeles Times

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divining the turning

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LGBTQ

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“When using language relating to the LGBTQ+ community, the most important thing is to be kind and respectful. If you’re ever unsure how a person describes themselves and wants to be described by others, just ask.”
from — Stonewall. (2025, July 1). List of LGBTQ+ terms. 

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