Shrey Raju

Shrey Raju is a senior at Mission San Jose High School. With a passion for politics, philosophy, and LGBTQ+ activism, Shrey aims to effect change through his writing, keeping people informed on current issues and igniting conversations to inspire change. Outside of the organization, he is also an avid debater, researcher, and advocate at his local school.

Thailand: The World’s New Pride Entertainment Hotspot? (Part 2)

In Part 1, I introduced the rising industry of BLs in Thailand and their importance. After binging over 15 shows, below is a compilation of my top 5. I’ve tried my best not to spoil but only give a gist of the show. Enjoy! 1. 2gether The Series The plot starts with a college student, […]

Thailand: The World’s New Pride Entertainment Hotspot?

Surpassing Japan not long back, Thailand is now ranked first in the production of BLs (Boy Love; in other words, male-male romance shows), with hundreds upon hundreds of shows released each year. However, the importance of this genre goes far beyond a tear-inducing binge – Thai BLs have revolutionized the way we think about both

Supreme Court Strikes Down LGBTQ Rights

In the span of one year, after already reversing abortion rights and affirmative action, the Supreme Court has ruled that it is constitutional to refuse service to homosexual couples if it goes against one’s belief system. This conservative turn is not only a devastating reversal of decades of progress for LGBTQ rights but a tragic

Ron DeSantis gives a speech in support of Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill. ABC7 Associated Press.

“Don’t Say Gay.” Should Kids Be Exposed to LGBTQ+ Matters?

June 26, 2023 9:20PM PDT “Protect Children. Support Parents.” It’s only four words, yet schools in Florida can now be sued for anything remotely related to the LGBTQ+ community. All it takes is one parent. One complaint. In May 2023, Jenna Barbee was under state investigation for showing “Strange World,” a Disney-animated, PG movie emphasizing