We had a very hostile period [towards drag] after 9/11, especially in America, that was very fear based. And right now, we are enjoying an open window, politically and culturally. But don't be fooled – all of this is cyclical. I've seen the window open in my lifetime and I've seen it close. (RuPaul)

We had a very hostile period [towards drag] after 9/11, especially in America, that was very fear based. And right now, we are enjoying an open window, politically and culturally. But don't be fooled – all of this is cyclical. I've seen the window open in my lifetime and I've seen it close.

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