Who will fight for those left behind? Why these LGBTQ+ activists won’t leave Florida

A large rainbow flag flies at the 12th Street Beach, South Beach, Miami Florida
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As an undercover Colombian anti-drug agent during Pablo Escobar’s reign, Andrea Montanez has learned a thing or two about hiding her identity.

Of course, this was before she identified as trans or transitioned, which wouldn’t occur until after she sought refuge in Florida 24 years ago. You could say she has feared for her life on multiple fronts, but Montanez has never stopped worrying about her queerness putting her in danger.

When asked who is more capable of evil, the most infamous kingpin in history or Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R), she laughs at the loaded question.

“I think Ron Desantis is…

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