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UK: This Is How LGBT Women's Media Is Fighting Back Against An Anti-Trans Movement

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The editors of many of the world's top publications for lesbian, bi, and queer women released a letter Tuesday with an "unapologetic message of support and solidarity to the trans community."

"DIVA, Curve, Autostraddle, LOTL, Tagg and Lez Spread The Word believe that trans women are women and that trans people belong in our community," the letter states. "We do not think supporting trans women erases our lesbian identities; rather we are enriched by trans friends and lovers, parents, children, colleagues and siblings."

The letter is signed by the editors, publishers, and founders of the listed publications.

It's a strong message of solidarity from the biggest names in queer women's media, but it didn't come out of nowhere. Although the website is not named directly, AfterEllen has recently come under fire for articles and tweets with anti-trans rhetoric. Read more via Buzzfeed