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Transgender teen's plea to society goes viral after alleged suicide

Wednesday, December 31, 2014
17-year-old Leelah Alcorn, who was born Joshua Alcorn, died Sunday after being hit by a truck. Her words are now being widely shared.
17-year-old Leelah Alcorn, who was born Joshua Alcorn, died Sunday after being hit by a truck. Her words are now being widely shared.
17-year-old Leelah Alcorn, who was born Joshua Alcorn, died Sunday after being hit by a truck. Her words are now being widely shared.
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