"For 40 years, I denied that I'm gay. It took my spouse coming out as trans to make me face the truth."

New Amanda Jetté Knox Memoir Excerpt

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This election, I realized on a very personal level that privilege is all but invisible to those who have it.

Why It's Important Be Aware Of Our Privilege

Why I Had To Leave My Neighbourhood Facebook Group

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We had one powerful tool on our side: Love. So, despite a tumultuous first few months, we stayed and held each other through the storm.

My Daughter Came Out As Trans. It Saved My Marriage

Two weddings and two gender transitions make for one happy family.

My Daughter Came Out As Trans, And It Saved My Marriage

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In the 15 years I’ve been coming out, rarely have I had to disclose my identity again and again to the same person. That all changed after my grandmother was diagnosed with dementia.

What It’s Like Coming Out To My Grandmother—Over And Over Again

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My grandmother taught me that food is fundamental to sovereignty. So when I think of oatmeal, I think about how our nations are healing ourselves.

Oatmeal Is How We Heal

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memoir

For 40 Years, I Denied That I’m Gay. It Took My Spouse Coming Out As Trans To Make Me Face The Truth

Why I Had To Leave My Neighbourhood Facebook Group

My Daughter Came Out As Trans, And It Saved My Marriage

What It’s Like Coming Out To My Grandmother—Over And Over Again

My Grandmother Taught Me That Food Is Fundamental To Sovereignty