When you think of what Santa Claus looks like, what’s the first image that comes to mind? Chances are you’ll think of a portly, elderly figure in a bright red suit, black boots, and…a white man. That’s mostly from the 1930s depiction popularized by Coca-Cola. But an ongoing initiative in Oregon is sharing non-traditional Santas, who give kids and their families a holiday figure they can relate to.
It was a foggy night in North Eugene earlier this month, but it became clear upon entering the Maxwell Community Hub that the Cozy Sweater Party organized by Transponder was both lit and welcoming of the LGBTQ+ crowd.
Darrius Yannick, a transgender man, wore a brightly colored sweater with a llama on the front…