How Queer Bars in Red States Forge On | Eater
"Houston’s only lesbian bar (and one of two in the state) that prioritizes safety and community support, having worked with city leaders and police for active-shooter training and other preparedness efforts. While the interior is described as a place of beauty and refuge, the owner notes that some Hispanic and undocumented patrons have stopped coming out due to fears of possible immigration enforcement, highlighting how external political pressures affect who feels safe inside the space." - Lane Gillespie
