Over the years, there's been more LGBT+ Content in Cartoons. Unfortunately, this doesn't come without its struggles. While it may seem like including LGBT+ themes are more common in today's media, there's still a lot of fights that take place behind the scenes.

Rebecca Sugar needed to fight and sacrifice the longevity of Steven Universe to further the progressive movement in children's TV animation. Noelle Stevenson, Alex Hirsch, Ian JQ and many other creators needed to make similar sacrifices with their shows. To celebrate Pride 2020, join me as I talk about the struggles that come with fighting for the inclusion and representation of LGBT+ individuals.

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TIME STAMPS

0:00 - Introduction
1:47 - Why is LGBT+ Content not Allowed?
7:29 - The Struggles of Steven Universe
12:07 - How Steven Universe Changed Everything
17:46 - The Legend of Korra
18:41 - Gravity Falls
20:27 - Voltron: Legendary Defender
23:01 - She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
26:29 - Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts
27:29 - Other Cartoons
29:43 - Conclusion

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7) https://www.glaad.org/blog/exclusive-...
8) https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/kipo-and...
9) https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/p...
10) https://www.instagram.com/tv/CByy5NkJ...

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