However, I have come across any number of individuals who screech for GBLT representation by GLBT actors, same for those with disabilities, and Muslims, which is why I used those groups as examples.
I have mixed feelings about the topic, but I do see a troubling cliche that Jews aren't a real minority, therefore having Jews play Jews is "not a big deal", but it is now MANDATORY (almost) for a trans role to go to a trans actor. I see it as a double standard. Just like you said about Hudson, couldn't a transwoman play a ciswoman?
"And, really, the two gay cowboys in a movie that got rave review were not (still not, I think) gay."
This pisses me off, but not for the reasons in the article about representation, but rather how the actors, straight, were lauded for their "bravery" at playing "gay" . 
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