Some older gay men and lesbians express frustration that the focus has shifted from sexual orientation (gay rights) to gender identity (trans rights). They feel their historical struggle is being erased. Trans activists counter that there is no "pie" of oppression; lifting trans people lifts all queer people, as the same arguments used against trans people (predators in bathrooms, threats to children) were used against gay men in the 1970s.
When discussing , one must address violence. However, the statistics for the transgender community are apocalyptic compared to LGB peers. shemales tube party
Visual symbols play a major role in fostering a sense of belonging. Some older gay men and lesbians express frustration