Anti-trans legislation has exploded in the U.S. and other nations, targeting trans youth in particular. This has forced the broader LGBTQ+ movement to rally around the "T" like never before. Many cisgender (non-trans) gay and lesbian people see that the same arguments used against trans people today—"dangerous," "predatory," "a threat to children"—were used against them a generation ago.

This article is part of a series on contemporary gender and sexuality studies. For more resources on transgender advocacy and LGBTQ history, consult local community centers and the archives of the GLBT Historical Society.

, they held high status as political advisors and guardians.

: Often cited as one of the first recorded LGBTQ+ uprisings in U.S. history, this San Francisco event was led by trans women and drag queens resisting police brutality. Cultural Contributions