Bailon applies the makeup he mixes himself as he stands in front of his full body mirror. Bailon raises money with the shows he puts on as Melissa, his alter ego. He and a few other of his trans friends pull in as much as 500 dollars a weekend, each. (Dominic Valente/JMC451)
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By Madison Haynie | June 2, 2025Students for Justice in Palestine Co-Chair Hayden Nguyen speaks at a rally advocating for higher education funding and resources at the Arizona State Capitol on Monday, June 2, 2025 in Phoenix.
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By Madison Haynie | June 2, 2025Participants march at a rally advocating for higher education funding and resources at the Arizona State Capitol on Monday, June 2, 2025 in Phoenix.
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By Madison Haynie | June 2, 2025Sign advocating for free speech rights from a higher edication rally participant at the Arizona State Capitol on Monday, June 2, 2025 in Phoenix.