06/04/2026
I've decided to archive my video regarding Pattie Gonia and Patagonia.
After further reflection, I don't believe continuing to engage in this particular debate is productive. The issue has become deeply divisive, and I want to focus my energy on supporting and protecting the LGBTQIA+ community at a time when there are very real challenges facing our rights and well-being.
My original reaction was prompted by claims that Patagonia is "suing the LGBTQIA+ community out of existence"—a characterization that I strongly disagree with. In responding, I allowed my emotions to guide my commentary because I felt the statement was misleading.
That said, I don't want to contribute to further division within our community. The most pressing threats to LGBTQIA+ rights are not coming from Patagonia, but from policies and actions that seek to undermine the rights, protections, and dignity of LGBTQIA+ people.
Moving forward, I'd rather focus on those issues and on the work that unites us in advancing equality and protecting our community
