Staff Reports
In an attempt to further integrate math into every aspect of our lives, a new book titled Math in Drag has been released by Kynes Santos, a drag queen with a passion for numbers. This might sound like an odd combination, but Santos insists that the two subjects aren’t as unrelated as some might think.
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Discussing his new book on Wednesday, Santos expressed that math has always been his jam since his school days, and he believed that merging math with his love for drag would be both amusing and informative. He emphasized that higher level math requires out-of-the-box thinking and challenging stereotypes, which, according to him, aligns with the creative and rule-breaking nature of drag performances.
With a substantial social media following on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where he also shares math-related content in drag, Santos has a significant reach and influence. However, concerns were raised about a drag queen being involved in math education for children. While addressing these concerns, Santos emphasized that anyone, regardless of their appearance or lifestyle, can excel in math.
This unique blend of math and drag raises eyebrows at a time when the controversy around drag queen performances for children is a hot topic. Recently, states like Montana and Tennessee have made efforts to regulate drag queen involvement in public spaces, acknowledging the concerns of many conservative voices.
By integrating drag queen performances and math education, Santos might have inadvertently taken a step into a contentious battleground, where traditional values clash with progressive ideals. Whether this book will innovative or divisive is yet to be seen.
