Fed Up Queers

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Fed Up Queers (FUQ) was a radical activist group that emerged in the late 1990s, primarily in New York City. The group was known for its confrontational tactics and its focus on issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community, including HIV/AIDS, homophobia, and transphobia. FUQ was part of a broader wave of queer activism that sought to challenge mainstream approaches to gay rights and to highlight the intersections of queer identity with other forms of oppression, such as racism, sexism, and classism.

History

Fed Up Queers was founded in response to what its members saw as the increasing commercialization of Pride events and the marginalization of radical and queer voices within the LGBTQ+ movement. The group aimed to reclaim queer activism from what they perceived as a focus on assimilation and respectability politics, advocating instead for a more inclusive and confrontational approach to queer liberation.

Tactics

FUQ employed a variety of tactics in their activism, including direct action, public demonstrations, and the creation of zines and other independent media to spread their message. They were known for their use of humor and satire in their protests, as well as for their willingness to engage in civil disobedience to draw attention to their causes.

Legacy

While Fed Up Queers was active for a relatively short period, their impact on the queer activism landscape was significant. They inspired a new generation of activists to adopt more radical and inclusive approaches to fighting for LGBTQ+ rights. FUQ's emphasis on intersectionality and their critique of mainstream gay rights movements have continued to influence queer and trans activism to this day.

See Also

• LGBTQ+ rights in the United States
• Queer theory
• Direct action
• Intersectionality