Well, rat farts… The world is about to radically change, especially for us here in the un-United States. So, with this issue we have included, with the help of the Sacramento Rainbow Chamber of Commerce, a number of statements from local and nationwide sources regarding the election results. They are hopeful and uplifting. To a degree. We realize that this has all come about using the process that has been in place for a long time. Which means we will have to deal with it. But as HRC stated, “…our ancestors taught us that resilience is our superpower.” All of us here at Outword liked the sound of that. You can read the statements on page 8.

As a community we need to realize that our trans siblings are going to require our help and understanding to persevere, because we know the incoming administration is going to be predatory and cruel. Let’s all do our best to understand the fear and uncertainty trans people are feeling now and from this point on. On page 4, Lewis Raven Wallace, writing for TRUTHOUT, lists six for-sure things that will be thrust upon us. Knowledge is power, and at least knowing where the attacks will come from should be helpful.

On a somewhat lighter side, we have also included images from the most recent Drag Queen Bingo, where they raised money for the Front Street Animal Shelter. You can see the shenanigans on page 10.

The Sacramento Men’s Chorus turns 40 and they are Fabulous! Read about them on page 12.

And, on pages 14 and 15 Chris Narloch goes all-out with eight movies that can help take you to your happy cinema place.

Matthew Burlingame’s “Out & About” on page 17 covers some great things to do and see, like Eddie Izzard at Mondavi and David Černý at the Crocker. You can find his tidbits on page 16.

Of course, there is more. So, grab a paper copy, or simply click to read this issue, as well as previous ones, online, free from tarrifs.

Now is a perfect time to let the advertisers in Outword know you saw their ad, you used their services, etc. and you appreciate their support of Sacramento’s community. Take care of yourselves and help others around you, if you can. Let’s use our Superpower!