Escalating threats faced by Drag Story Hour events across the country highlight how political rhetoric and messaging contribute to an environment of hostility and fear. The impact of anti-drag and anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment on these storytelling sessions leave lasting impacts, forcing them to consider community safety as their lives go under attack. Their fight for inclusivity and reading literacy depicts how the resilience of those who stand against intimidation can preserve a space for creativity and acceptance in a rapidly changing cultural landscape.
Producer: Cáit NíSíomón and Paola Rodriguez
Videographer: Robert Lindberg, Eryka Dellenbach, Diana Cadena
Editor: Nate Huffman
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