westchester in their own words: cooperation & tension
Queer community can be a site of belonging and comfort; it can also be a place of friction. Each has their place in the story of Westchester’s LGBTQ+ Community. Listen to Westchester residents on the joys and pains inherent in seeking connection.
Susan DeGeorge on church law
Susan DeGeorge on the importance of community
David Diamond on youth representation at Pride
Susan Gilberg on discomfort in queer spaces
James Howe on the silence at the table
Susan Gilberg on
social class and politics in Florida
James Howe on coming out gay as a children’s book author
James Howe on speed dating
Z Pride L’Erario on the people who saved them
Donna Rothstein on leaving the Loft
Michael Sabatino on educating queer community
Robert Voorheis on learning from Black civil rights activism
Christina Pacciana on finding home in Westchester instead of NYC
Donna Rothstein on lesbian-only space
Joann Princivalli on recognition
Joann Princivalli on a political split at the Loft