The Fag Hag

Illustration by Thomas Thesen

Artist’s Notes: The Fag HagA female, typically straight, who prefers the company of gay men. Also, Fruit Fly, QueerGay. Can be used interchangeably as a term of pride or as a derogatory term, depending on context. A term intentionally and politically reclaimed by some, in protest of the term’s historical use as a slur. Dear, HomosocialiteA fag hag who particularly enjoys the company of A-Gays, and who travels comfortably in their highly exclusive scene., HomosociologistA fag hag who appreciates and actively participates in a wide range of gay subcultures, and who takes particular pride in being accepted as one of the gays in settings that typically include no women or straight persons., GoldilocksA fag hag who enjoys the company of bears. is a straight girl who loves the gay-community for its openness and sexual playfulness; its compassion and ‘let-live’ sensibility. Her female perspective enriches the community’s direction and opens it up to the rest of society – as her desire is to have a community beyond sexual orientation and gender-rules.

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