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Arin Waller

(She/Her)
Seattle
As seen in: Flipboard, LGBTQ Nation, Queerty, Outsports, INTO, Seattle Gay News, Gay Sonoma
Covers:  LGBTQ+ culture, Politics, Fashion, Film.
Journalist covering a wide range of topics, including politics, and LGBTQ issues Bylines - LGBTQ Nation, INTO More, Assigned Media She/Her

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Arin Waller’s Biography

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Hello, my name is Arin. My interests are poetry, beauty and fashion, filmmaking, and punk music.

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Twin Cities travel guide: A Queer local's hometown perspective

Twin Cities travel guide: A Queer local's hometown perspective

The Twin Cities - St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota - are known for their vibrant, hospitable culture and i…

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Local bands bring the noise at Chop Suey's second Trans Music Showcase

Local bands bring the noise at Chop Suey's second Trans Music Showcase

Seattle, known for its music scene, has produced many world-renowned rock stars and bands, including Jimi Hen…

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Hundreds of soaked supporters gather for the Seattle Women's March during International Wom...

Hundreds of soaked supporters gather for the Seattle Women's March during International Wom...

International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8 in commemoration of women's roles in the fight for gender …

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Potluck and rally spotlights Trans refugees and their stories

Potluck and rally spotlights Trans refugees and their stories

On Sunday, February 15, a rally and potluck were held at Cal Anderson Park, organized by the Mutual Aid Netwo…

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"Somebody to Love" by Envi Jordan is a Valentine's Day track for those with a lonely soul

"Somebody to Love" by Envi Jordan is a Valentine's Day track for those with a lonely soul

Valentine's Day is often a time to celebrate love. Many, however, share complicated views on it. Pop singer a…

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Lovestruck in Seattle: Romance bookstore in Wedgwood celebrates inclusion

Lovestruck in Seattle: Romance bookstore in Wedgwood celebrates inclusion

In the residential neighborhood of Wedgwood sits Lovestruck in Seattle, a bookstore specializing in romance n…

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School threatened to withhold teen’s diploma after she came out—now it has to pay up

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By Arin Waller
| INTO Verified
A high school student who faced severe disciplinary action after coming out on social media has successfully reached a legal settlement with her former administrators. The Tennessee Christian Preparatory School agreed to pay Morgan Armstrong $10,000 after initially threatening to withhold her diploma and barring her from commencement events, as Daniel Villarreal reported for LGBTQ Nation.
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DeSantis tried to erase their pride. These Florida cities found a loophole.

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By Arin Waller, Hailey Bosek
| INTO Verified
Following a state-level crackdown on colorful public crosswalks, two Florida municipalities have found alternative ways to showcase their support for LGBTQ+ residents. As Daniel Villarreal reported for LGBTQ Nation, both St. Petersburg and Fort Lauderdale have unveiled new Pride installations that navigate around the recent Florida Department of Transportation restrictions signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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New book claims Trump insists on wall-to-wall bathroom carpeting, stashes wife’s decor

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By Arin Waller, Hailey Bosek, Sabrina Wigfall Verified
| INTO Verified
Early readers of Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan’s upcoming book, Regime Change, are already leaking some of its most surprising claims about the second Trump presidency, as Henry Giardina reported for Queerty. The highly anticipated release promises an inside look at the daily operations and interpersonal dynamics of the current administration.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

in 2019 I used to write animation tutorials for this blog, It didn't pay very much, and my work has since been lost to time.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, I used one for a high school play. Even though it was just a prop, it still worked.

How is social media changing news?

With X being owned by Elon I feel as though misinformation and right-wing propaganda is becoming more of an issue.