Kate Clinton is a faith-based, tax-paying, America-loving political humorist and family entertainer. With a career spanning over 25 years, she has navigated economic booms and busts, Disneyfication and Walmartization, gay movements and gay markets, lesbian chic and queer eyes, and ten presidential inaugurals. She steadfastly believes that humor is essential for getting us through peacetime, wartime, and scoundrel time.
This survival guide blends humor and poignant insights, as Kate Clinton shares her personal coping strategies honed through life's challenges. With a keen eye on political and cultural turmoil, she offers advice on advocating for democracy, combating cynicism, and addressing climate issues. Her witty columns and routines provide readers with the tools to navigate adversity, ensuring they remain resilient and engaged in the face of societal upheaval.
What the L? is a new collection of published and unpublished writings that showcases Kate Clinton's gifts as one of the all-time favorite lesbian comics. Like Ellen DeGeneres and Rosie O'Donnell, Clinton is a nationally acclaimed quick-witted, laugh-out-loud funny comic whose hilarious takes on everything from gay marriage ("mad vow disease") and Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, to gay Republicans and the War on Terrorism have earned her a devoted following. She has appeared on many television programs, including Good Morning America, Nightline, Entertainment Tonight, and writes monthly columns for Progressive and the Advocate.
The narrative explores the humorous and poignant journey of self-acceptance and identity, highlighting the author's experiences with being openly gay. It captures the absurdities of coming out, including the challenges faced when navigating relationships and family dynamics. The protagonist reflects on her past struggles with societal expectations and the metaphorical "closet," ultimately embracing her true self while sharing relatable anecdotes, such as the awkwardness of coming out in a car. This blend of wit and sincerity makes for an engaging exploration of LGBTQ+ themes.