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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 6h

After The Washington Post reported yesterday on the demolition of the "East Wing facade," a new picture obtained by #LawDork that was taken today shows that a substantial portion of the entirety of the East Wing has been demolished.

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 8h

Coming up next week in Memphis. This will be a fun, informative session. We hope you'll join us 🏳️‍🌈

www.facebook.com/events/15564...

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 9h

As Pride flag bans are coming up before local school boards (potentially Tullahoma and others), please take a look at this report. It is designed for state legislation, but many of the points are applicable to local government proposals as well 🏳️‍🌈

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 10h

Bad development. Conservative activist and former collegiate swimmer Riley Gaines has been appointed to the Sumner County Library Board. But it will not stop the people of Sumner County from continuing to advocate for inclusive library collections policies 🏳️‍🌈

www.wkrn.com/news/local-n...

Riley Gaines added to Sumner County Library Board

Conservative activist and former collegiate swimmer Riley Gaines was appointed to the Sumner County Library Board Monday evening.

www.wkrn.com

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 3d

Anna’s out yall! Kasyn and Wesley are taking her to get some good food 🙏🏻

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 3d

We were serenaded by the beautiful Emmylou Harris, Allison Russell, Joy Oladokun and a host of other entertainers.

May your spirits be lifted, encouraged, and motivated. May we build a revolution of love, built by the people, with #NoKings 🚫👑

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 3d

So beautiful to see so many friends today fighting to save our democracy with Indivisible Nashville. We packed the Tennessee State Capitol, stood in solidarity with our siblings in Memphis, heard from tremendous community and faith leaders.

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 3d

Need met! Anna will be bonded out shortly. We all raised it in less than 30 minutes. Thank you all so much 🙏🏻

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 3d

Our friend 71 year old Anna Rae Miller Grabowski, a longtime activist, was unjustly arrested in Monroe County today at the #NoKings rally. Her husband has dementia and she is his caretaker. She was arrested for being on the interstate bridge where she had previously been given permission to stand.

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 3d

She has been processed. Her bond is $5K. We need to raise $500 to pay to the bondsman. Venmo is @wesleykile21 if you can help.

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 3d

Our friend 71 year old Anna Rae Miller Grabowski, a longtime activist, was unjustly arrested in Monroe County today at the #NoKings rally. Her husband has dementia and she is his caretaker. She was arrested for being on the interstate bridge where she had previously been given permission to stand.

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 4d

It was an honor to share my #ComingOut story with everyone at Frankie J's. We all “come out” many different times to many different people in many different ways.

Instead of “choosing the right time,” choose the right people 🏳️‍🌈

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 4d

A Pride (and other) flag ban has been introduced for Tullahoma City Schools. If you are in the area, please consider signing this petition 🏳️‍🌈

www.change.org/p/petition-t...

Sign the Petition

Petition to Protect Safe and Inclusive Classrooms in Tullahoma

www.change.org

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 7d

A new law limiting press engagement and warnings to journalists from lawmakers endanger one of the country’s most sacrosanct rights.

tennesseelookout.com/2025/10/13/t...

Editor's notebook: The First Amendment under threat in Tennessee • Tennessee Lookout

An effort by Tennessee lawmakers to limit coverage of a federal law enformcent task force in Memphis threatens the First Amendment.

tennesseelookout.com

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 8d

Graphic:
“Event
Date
Time
Location
About the event
Host
Speakers
Cost
Where to park”

My messages:
“What is it? What day is it? What time is it happening? Where will it be? Who’s hosting it? Who all is speaking? Do you know where I should park? Is it free?”

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Tennessee Equality Project @tnequality.bsky.social · 8d

Mercy Bell talks to TEP Nashville Co-Chair Brian Sullivan about artists staying strong despite all that the LGBTQ+ community is facing. youtube.com/shorts/6N0bR...

Mercy Bell is staying strong.

YouTube video by TNEquality

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 9d

As far as I know, for the first time in 20 years, Cherry Poppin’ was not added to the Prime Video horror streaming list for Halloween season. I am happy to report that my acting career is long past relevancy, and I have now faded into obscurity. I exist now only in trailers. I bid you all adieu 🙏🏻

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 10d

Nashville Black Pride is more important now than ever because the collective voice of queer people of color has never been more clear or more urgent.

Wishing everyone a happy and safe celebration this weekend! Say it loud! #BlackPride #QueerPride #OneLove 🏳️‍🌈 🖤

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DJcontraption AKA Dahron J @dahron-anneliese.bsky.social · 11d

I've been thinking a lot about how we use our voices, our creative energy, to promote change. Glad for this range of videos from @tnequality.bsky.social, produced by Nashville Committee Co-Chair @sullytn.bsky.social, that help us see the many ways that can happen...

Tennessee Equality Project @tnequality.bsky.social · 11d

Carter Elliott spoke with TEP Nashville Co-Chair Brian Sullivan at BoroPride about the importance of staying true to your message and speaking out through music. youtube.com/shorts/epEy6...

Staying true to your message and speaking out. -Carter Elliott

YouTube video by TNEquality

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 10d

Remember, this day and every day, whoever you are, whatever you look like, whomever you love, and however your family is made up, you are loved, and you have value 🙏🏻

Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 10d

While supplies last, ANYONE who comes into The Spine can receive a FREE copy of the following banned books courtesy of the #BannedBookBrigade!

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you to everyone who came out to StoryTime with Sully - A Special Saturday Storytime at The Spine Bookshop for #NationalComingOutDay 🏳️‍🌈 I hope you enjoy your free copy of “We’re All Different, We’re All the Same” by Bobbi Kates 📚

Stop in and browse the #NationalComingOutDay section!

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Tennessee Equality Project @tnequality.bsky.social · 12d

Quick trip through anti-trans sports legislation in Tennessee with TEP Nashville Co-Chair Dahron Johnson. youtube.com/shorts/BvJWr...

Quick trip through anti-trans sports legislation in TN

YouTube video by TNEquality

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 13d

They have a large selection of #BannedBooks and if they don’t have what you’re looking for, they can get it 🏳️‍🌈📚

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 13d

In this time, at this particular place in history, it is very important that we show love, grace and celebration of our differences to people of ALL ages WHILE supporting local independent bookstores like The Spine.

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Brian Sullivan @sullytn.bsky.social · 13d

I am SO excited about this. I’ve curated 3 short books that mean a lot to me and I feel aré important for every child (and adult) to experience. This is a free community event to coincide with #NationalComingOutDay, but truly these stories are for everyone.

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