‘I’m setting myself free from shame’: Laverne Cox on her brutal childhood and life as a trans woman in Trump’s America
Actor and activist Laverne Cox discusses her experiences with childhood trauma and the current political climate regarding transgender rights in the United States. She expresses deep concern over the erosion of rights and the dehumanization of trans individuals in modern American society.
Why it matters
The article provides a personal perspective on the intersection of celebrity culture and the intensifying political debate surrounding gender-affirming care and LGBTQ+ rights.
‘I wanted to change the conversation about trans people’ … Laverne Cox. Photograph: Sequoia Emmanuelle View image in fullscreen ‘I wanted to change the conversation about trans people’ … Laverne Cox. Photograph: Sequoia Emmanuelle The big interview Television Interview ‘I’m setting myself free from shame’: Laverne Cox on her brutal childhood and life as a trans woman in Trump’s America Zoe Williams Before Orange Is the New Black made her a star, Cox endured bullying, abuse, harassment and violence. She talks about the bad old days – and her fears they’re on their way back
The framing centers on the perspective of a marginalized group and highlights concerns regarding political threats to their rights, which aligns with progressive social advocacy.
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