There’s so much divisiveness going on in the country. They’re coming after us, especially our trans brothers and sisters. We have to stand up for them.
And stand up for women. Stand up for minorities. There’s so much happening right now. … The target isn’t directly on the “LGB.” It’s the “T” that’s getting all the hate right now…
It’s important that we speak up for them. So, that’s what I try to do.
Wanda Sykes speaking to Queerty at the Critics Choice LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television Awards about why it’s more important than ever to stand up for trans people.
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