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Many creators have reported "shadowbanning" or demonetization of videos that include words like "gay" or "lesbian" in the title.
From the first webcam confessionals on YouTube to the rapid-fire storytelling of TikTok, video blogging has turned personal queer experiences into a global conversation. The Power of Being Seen
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