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"Oh, shoot. That's right. I forgot. I'm a black, lesbian female, and they aren't ready for this yet."

— Wanda Sykes

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"But they weren't ready to see a black woman who happens to be a lesbian also making fun of the president."

"I feel like with as much blood of my ancestors that has been shed to build this country, this is my country. I feel like I have more of a right here than anyone else."

"If your family isn’t supportive, you're going to find somebody who would be that surrogate parent who will love you and take care of you. You’ll make family. I did. Know that there’s places and people who will love you—and you can and you will have an amazing life."

"I love doing stand-up. ... That's where I feel like I can be free."

"I hope we can get to a place where it’s normal to say, “Yeah, my wife and I,” and it’s not, “oh my god!” Which is why it’s important to have representation."

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