Clean and Clear<\/a> was just released starring Jennings. She also has a YouTube channel and is currently creating a reality show for TLC called \u201cAll That Jazz\u201d about her and her family dealing with life problems from a transgender teen perspective.<\/p>\nSo why is she trending? Jennings is one of the few publicized stories of transgender people, making her the current icon of mainstream America.<\/p>\n
The media have the power to mold the opinions of the public. Gay rights and gender equality are just some of the many issues that are raging in America. I believe that journalism can be used to give a voice to those who have not been heard before and give these issues the opportunity to find solutions.<\/p>\n
If CNN, ABC, and other major television networks would produce more stories about the minorities in this country, I believe that eventually these groups will get the exposure and respect they deserve.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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