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We're the Lavender Democrats of Orange County, California
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lagunabeachdems.bsky.social
Under questioning by Rand Paul, ICE officials confirm that yelling at officers is not assault and recording officers is not a crime.

Dear ICE - There is no statute of limitations for murder. Law enforcement, including ICE, does not have absolute immunity. Presidencies end. Accountability does not.
February 13, 2026 at 3:51 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
SAUSD VP Hector Bustos speaking at the LavDems Meeting on 1/28/2026. He discusses why he's running for re-election, what he'd like to change the next time around, as well as some fun q&a at the very end.

youtu.be/heV0ySEm6KM

#lgbtqiaplus #lgbtqia #lgbtqia2s #lgbtqpride #lgbtqcommunity
Hector Bustos @ Lavender Democrats
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February 13, 2026 at 5:58 AM
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chriswarcraft.bsky.social
Maybe it’s just me, but I don’t think we should be taking scientific advice from a demented pedophile who tried to redraw a hurricane chart with a sharpie.
atrupar.com Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2d
Q: What do you tell Americans who are concerned that repealing the endangerment finding comes at a host to public health and the environment based on science?

TRUMP: I tell them don't worry about it. This was all a scam. They'll have more money to spend for healthcare.
February 12, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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lagunabeachdems.bsky.social
Join the Laguna Beach Democratic Club for a special author visit with **Greg Cope White**, USMC veteran and author of ***The Pink Marine***, which inspired the Netflix series ***Boots***. Hear the story behind the book, enjoy a Q&A, and connect with fellow community members.
February 12, 2026 at 7:27 PM
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lagunabeachdems.bsky.social
RALLY FOR DEMOCRACY
2-4 PM • SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Orange, CA: E. Chapman Ave & S Yorba St
(near Yorba Park)

Hosted by @50501oc.bsky.social & @ocindivisible.bsky.social
February 12, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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lagunabeachdems.bsky.social
‼️ TOMORROW ‼️
📣 Stand Up For Human Rights
🥫 Food and Essentials Drive, please read the flyer for recommended items
🗓️ Every Friday | 5:00 - 6:30 PM
📍 Crown Valley & Antonio, Ladera Ranch

Hosted by @ocindivisible.bsky.social
February 12, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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🍊 Central OC Dems are back! Join the Central Orange County Democratic Club for snacks, community, and a timely talk with Jeff Pearlman (The Truth OC): “Fighting the Crazies.”

🗓 Wed, Feb 25 | 🥨 6:30pm schmooze | 🗣 7:00pm meeting
📩 RSVP for address: tinyurl.com/y6exypnn
February 12, 2026 at 8:04 PM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Idaho Republicans’ New Extreme Bathroom Bill Carries 5-Year Prison Sentence, Applies to All Private Businesses
open.substack.com/pub/transiti...

#trans #transrightsarehumanrights #translivesmatter #lgbtq+ #lgbtqia2s #2spirit #twospirit
Idaho Republicans’ New Extreme Bathroom Bill Carries 5-Year Prison Sentence, Applies to All Private Businesses
The bill, which has already garnered support among legislators, imposes a statewide bathroom ban with penalties as severe as the state’s abortion law. It's the harshest anti-trans bill ever proposed.
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February 12, 2026 at 11:50 PM
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orneryoldlady.bsky.social
You bastards. We will not be erased.
“Trump administration removes LGBTQ+ Pride flag from Stonewall national monument” www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

#lgbtq+ #stonewall #queerpride #lgbtqia2s
Older photo of the pride flag in front of Stonewall. Headline: Trump administration Trump administration removes LGBTQ+ Pride flag from Stonewall national monument Sub-headline: "They cannot erase our history. Our Pride flag will be raised again,” says Manhattan borough president.
February 11, 2026 at 7:26 PM
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lagunabeachdems.bsky.social
😂🤔
So, has the staffer who shared that racist meme been fired, or is he still the President of the United States?
February 9, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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February 6, 2026 at 5:22 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Hell yeah! Be a good human.
#humanrights #democracy #rightsideofhistory #midterms #goldenrule
jenniferengle.bsky.social Jennifer Engle @jenniferengle.bsky.social · 9d
Show up anyway, and protect your neighbors.

Give words of encouragement to those who are afraid.

Praise those who are doing the hard work.

And keep your eyes on the ball, if the election is canceled, tampered with, disregarded, or ignored, then there is no peaceful path forward.
February 6, 2026 at 9:25 PM
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AP: "Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19" apnews.com/article/surg...
#genderaffirmingcare #translivesmatter #transrights
Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is recommending that surgeons delay gender-affirming surgeries until patients turn 19, including chest, genital and facial surgeries.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:16 AM
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n1ghtmarica.bsky.social
Reddit updates - Stimulation thread

Cornyn and Paxton tear each other's hair
February 5, 2026 at 5:03 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
A statement from Brit Cervantes of OCGAPNet Re: Rob Bonta’s lawsuit against CHOC/Rady’s for halting gender care. Brit Cervantes (OCGAPNet) sobre la demanda de Bonta contra CHOC/Rady's por suspender atención trans.
More/Más info: open.substack.com/pub/erininth...
#transrights

@ocgapnet.bsky.social
"We applaud that California Attorney General's office has filed a lawsuit to uphold the law. However, it's critical to note that over 1,400 patients and their families still stand to lose access to essential healthcare services on February 6th. We urge the community to continue to speak out against the Rady leadership's decision to violate California anti-discrimination laws by abruptly ending care for transgender youth." –Brit Cervantes, OCGAPNet “Nos da gusto que la Procuraduría General de California haya presentado una demanda para defender la ley. Sin embargo, es importante señalar que más de 1,400 pacientes y sus familias todavía pueden perder acceso a servicios de salud esenciales el 6 de febrero. Hacemos un llamado a la comunidad para que siga alzando la voz contra la decisión de los directivos de Rady de violar las leyes antidiscriminatorias de California al suspender de forma abrupta la atención para jóvenes trans.” –Brit Cervantes, OCGAPNet
February 5, 2026 at 7:21 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Check out this article featuring: @transglamazon.bsky.social @prideatthepier.bsky.social @ocgapnet.bsky.social @kluweoc.bsky.social

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Advocates and families blast Children’s Hospital of OC’s decision to close trans health care clinic
CHOC said they made the decision due to federal pressure. Advocates say the closure would likely have ripple effects that could reverberate for years.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:50 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Wednesday! HRC Community Action Call 3:00 PM PT.
A town hall focused on how the LGBTQ+ community fights back and stays safe in this moment. Discussion on how to drive real change by holding ICE accountable, with clear guidance on how to protest safely and effectively. tinyurl.com/HRCCommunity...
January 27, 2026 at 12:54 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Tonight at 5pm. Pacific. Join @aclu.org for training on understanding your rights, & how to observe & document fed. law enforcement activities.

¡Hoy a 5pm Pacífico. Únete a ACLU para capacitación sobre tus derechos y cómo observar/documentar las acciones de los feds. www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
Eyes on ICE: Document and Record · No Kings
On Saturday, federal agents horrifically shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who cared for veterans, in the Eat Street neighborhood of south Minneapolis after brutally beating him in...
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January 26, 2026 at 10:04 PM
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Weekly protest schedule for Orange County CA. Current as of Jan 25 2026. See you out there✌️🇺🇸
January 26, 2026 at 5:54 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Tonight, Monday January 26th, there'll be a protest/vigil for the victims of ICE and DHS. Come rally with @indivisibleca45.org at the four corners of State College Blvd and Imperial Highway, near the Brea Mall, from 5:00 to 6:30pm. Park at the old Coco's parking lot.
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Photo of a votive candle. Headline: Victims of ICE. Monday Night, State College Blvd. and Imperial Highway in Brea, 5 – 6:30 a.m. Sponsored by Indivisible CA 45
January 26, 2026 at 7:31 PM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
From the protest at CHOC 1/24. Visit the first link in our linktree for more information and to sign OCGapNet's open letter to the owners.
Left to Right: Brit of @ocgapnet.bsky.social, @transglamazon.bsky.social, Kanan of @prideatthepier.bsky.social , Allyson of TUSD, Chris of @kluweoc.bsky.social
Brit Cervantes, of OC Gap Net, in front of CHOC protesting that they've stopped providing of gender-affirming care. Brit Cervantes, de OC Gap Net, protestando frente a CHOC porque ya no dan atención de afirmación de género. In front of CHOC protesting that they've stopped providing of gender-affirming care, From left to right: Stephanie Wade, Chair of the Lavender Democrats, Kanan Durham from Pride at the Pier, Allyson Muñiz Damikolas from Tustin Unified School District, and Chris Kluwe, candidate for state assembly seat 72. Protestando frente a CHOC porque ya no dan atención de afirmación de género. De izquierda a derecha: Stephanie Wade, Presidenta de los Demócratas Lavanda, Kanan Durham de Pride at the Pier, Allyson Muñiz Damikolas del Distrito Escolar de Tustin, y Chris Kluwe, candidato para la asamblea estatal (asiento 72). Stephanie Wade, Chair of the Lavender Democrats and Allyson Muñiz Damikolas from Tustin Unified School District in front of CHOC protesting that they've stopped providing of gender-affirming care. Stephanie Wade, Presidenta de los Demócratas Lavanda, y Allyson Muñiz Damikolas del Distrito Escolar de Tustin, protestando frente a CHOC porque ya no dan atención de afirmación de género. Stephanie Wade, Chair of the Lavender Democrats and Chris Kluwe, candidate for state assembly seat 72, in front of CHOC protesting that they've stopped providing of gender-affirming care. Stephanie Wade, Presidenta de los Demócratas Lavanda, y Chris Kluwe, candidato para la asamblea estatal (asiento 72), protestando frente a CHOC porque ya no dan atención de afirmación de género.
January 26, 2026 at 5:42 AM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Anyone else watching protestor livestreams tonight of the Federal Building in LA and then all of a sudden all of the streams just ended? Are they using a signal jammer?
January 25, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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chriswarcraft.bsky.social
Just spent a couple hours alongside @lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social and others protesting CHOC’s decision to withhold gender-affirming care from patients, DESPITE AG Bonta saying the state has their back.

Trans rights are human rights, and CHOC leadership are cowardly pieces of shit.
Protesting on a street corner across from Children’s Hospital OC (CHOC) with another protestor. I’m holding a sign that says “Patients Before Profits,” Their sign says “Protect Trans Youth” (along with some other parts that are out of frame)
January 24, 2026 at 10:43 PM
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sueric.bsky.social
The post of an absolute madman.
January 22, 2026 at 5:14 PM
lavenderdemsoc.bsky.social
Tomorrow!

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Organized by: @ocindivisible.bsky.social , @prideatthepier.bsky.social , y @ocgapnet.bsky.social
Patience Before Politics Protest January 24th, noon to 3 p.m. at S. Main Street and W. La Veta Ave., Orange. Join us for a peaceful protest at CHOC to demand they stand with us and reverse their decision on banning gender-affirming care. CHOC is ending gender-affirming care after political pressure from the Trump administration. Healthcare decisions should be made by doctors and families — not politicians. Organizers are OC Indivisible Coalition, Pride at the Pier, and OC Gap Net
January 23, 2026 at 7:16 PM