I love the word 'faggot,' because it describes my kind of guy! You see, I am a fag hag. Fag hags are the backbone of the gay community. Without us, you're nothing! We have been there all through history guiding your sorry ass through the underground railroad! ...We went to the prom with you!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker embraces a slang term often used negatively to describe women who like gay men, claiming it highlights their importance to the community.
- In plain terms
- She reclaims the term fag hag to describe supportive women in the gay community.
- What can you take from it?
- Reclaiming labels can empower communities and validate their contributions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define your role in a community?
- When can a slur become a badge of honor?
Another view
The term can still be offensive to some people.
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