J. Jennifer Espinoza reads "My Trans Body"

The video features a poem titled 'My Trans Body' from the collection 'Outside of the Body. There is something like hope.' The poem addresses the scrutiny faced by trans individuals and the psychic weight it imposes. It highlights poetry as a tool for reclaiming identity and body, transcending societal boundaries, and asserting existence. The speaker emphasizes the importance of living authentically and embracing life despite challenges, rejecting the notion of being an inspirational object. The poem is a call to recognize the lived experiences of trans people and their determination to claim space and voice.

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