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The bond between the trans community and the wider queer movement is rooted in shared survival. Historically, gender-nonconforming individuals and those with diverse sexualities were often targeted by the same laws and social stigmas.
While often grouped with sexual minorities, being transgender is an identity related to gender, not sexual orientation. A trans person can identify as straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, or queer. This distinction creates a "culture within a culture" with its own specific priorities:
Beyond the Acronym: The Intersection of Transgender Identity and LGBTQ+ Culture
