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The recent Itch bans on queer and NSFW content have damaged careers and put countless people out of work. Though some are now on the verge of homelessness, they’re still organizing and fighting back. TNN delves into what’s at stake on the frontlines of the fight against anti-queer censorship.

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'A Directive From Above': Former NYT Editor Lays Out How The Paper Pushes Anti-Trans Bigotry

‘I feel violated’ - Queer Creators Lose Livelihoods in Itch.io Bans

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