Animated shows are leading the way for LGBTQ+ representation—but will that continue?

If you want to see some examples of great LGBTQ+ representation on television, take a look at just about any animated show made for young adults in the past 10 years. These shows have been flying under the radar of the mainstream media, stealthily giving queer characters and their creators much greater voice and visibility than is often found in other sectors of entertainment. But there are signs that trend could be on the decline.

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