RuPaul, Patron Saint of New York’s Gay Bars
During Drag Race season, New York’s gay bars have the atmosphere of a sports bar in the run up to the Super Bowl.
- story: Jen Vafidis
- photo: Gabi Porter
During Drag Race season, New York’s gay bars have the atmosphere of a sports bar in the run up to the Super Bowl.
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