'The Out 100: 2023's Most Impactful and Influential LGBTQ+ People' & other Wed midday news briefs

The Out 100: 2023's Most Impactful and Influential LGBTQ+ People - Didn't make the list. But still working on it for the future. 

To hide our history is to deny our existence: Kids must learn what queer folks have given the world - Amen. Say it again.

‘Gaming changed my life’: Inspirational trans pro esports player wins film award - Trans gamer excels and wants to inspire others. 

Tennessee GOP plans to reject $1.8 billion rather than follow federal LGBTQ mandates - As long as folks in Tennessee continue to elect these people, they will get what they get.