But it is no substitute for real representation, and shouldn't be regarded as such.
This, exactly. Representation means this character is queer, not this character could be interpreted as queer if you squint and hope and tap your heels three times, but don't worry, homophobes, we're not going to force you to see any of the icky gay cooties or nothin'.
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This, exactly. Representation means this character is queer, not this character could be interpreted as queer if you squint and hope and tap your heels three times, but don't worry, homophobes, we're not going to force you to see any of the icky gay cooties or nothin'.