Charissa Lucille (they/them)

Arizona Senate Chairman Silences Speaker After He Calls Anti-Trans Bill “Genocidal”

The speaker’s removal came as genocide scholars warn that anti-trans laws mirror early warning signs — a framework GOP leaders refused to let be discussed.

Joseph Darius Jaafari (he/him) Jan 29, 2026

CULTURE

Phoenix Pride Held a Town Hall. Here’s Which Claims Check Out and Which Don’t.

At its first public town hall since 2020, Phoenix Pride addressed finances, policing and trust. A LOOKOUT review found some claims supported by the record — and others that fall short.

Lorenzo Gomez (he/him) Jan 29, 2026

POLITICS

What Would a Trans Genocide Look Like? A Holocaust Educator Says We’re Already Seeing It.

Arizona lawmakers are advancing bills that regulate how trans people live, and even exist. A Tucson Holocaust museum director explains why genocide scholars find them worrying.

Joseph Darius Jaafari (he/him) Jan 28, 2026

Charissa Lucille is a Phoenix artist quilting, self publishing, and running Wasted Ink Zine Distro.

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CULTURE

In the Face of A.I., Can Zines Save Queer Stories?

From A.I.-generated censorship to disappearing web pages, queer communities are using D.I.Y. zines to ensure their stories are not lost.

Charissa Lucille (they/them) Oct 29, 2025

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