Believe Quote by Alaska
“I think it's good for 'Drag Race' to be moving toward the mainstream. I'm grateful for the move to VH1. I'm glad that one million people watched the first episode of Season 9. Our message is one of love and acceptance and truth and strength and perseverance, and I believe it should reach everyone, near and far.”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: RuPaul's Drag Race, Season 9, VH1, 2017
The show is entering mainstream TV, gaining huge viewership and spreading a message of love, acceptance, truth, strength, and perseverance to a broad audience.
In simple terms: Drag Race is becoming mainstream and reaching many viewers with a positive message.
Embrace inclusive media that promotes love and acceptance.
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When to use this quote
- TV programming
- marketing campaigns
- community events
- educational discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we keep the show's original spirit while expanding its audience?
- What responsibilities do creators have when reaching wider audiences?
Mainstream exposure can dilute the subculture's authenticity.