Elaine
@becurious51599.bsky.social
Simply one soul among many, navigating a beautifully flawed universe, and striving to infuse my corner of it with kindness, generosity and equality for all.
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1. In a landmark ruling, a federal judge has blocked the passport ban for transgender Americans... government ban likely violates equal protection, and is made with animus.
Though the ruling only applies to plaintiffs, it is expected expand in coming weeks.
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Though the ruling only applies to plaintiffs, it is expected expand in coming weeks.
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Judge Blocks Passport Ban For Plaintiffs, Citing Government Animus And Equal Protection
The federal judge ruled that transgender people's passport changes do not, as the Trump executive order stated, deprive the "dignity, safety, and well-being of women."
www.erininthemorning.com
April 18, 2025 at 11:38 PM
1. In a landmark ruling, a federal judge has blocked the passport ban for transgender Americans... government ban likely violates equal protection, and is made with animus.
Though the ruling only applies to plaintiffs, it is expected expand in coming weeks.
Subscribe to support my journalism.
Though the ruling only applies to plaintiffs, it is expected expand in coming weeks.
Subscribe to support my journalism.
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Thank you PFLAG Tinley Park for creating and keeping the 2025 Illinois & Northwest Indiana Pride Event List up to date!
Stay up to date with Pride Events on PFLAG Tinley Park's website! tinleypark.pflag.org/upcoming-eve...
Mark your calendars there's a lot of supporting and advocating to do!!
Stay up to date with Pride Events on PFLAG Tinley Park's website! tinleypark.pflag.org/upcoming-eve...
Mark your calendars there's a lot of supporting and advocating to do!!
April 23, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Thank you PFLAG Tinley Park for creating and keeping the 2025 Illinois & Northwest Indiana Pride Event List up to date!
Stay up to date with Pride Events on PFLAG Tinley Park's website! tinleypark.pflag.org/upcoming-eve...
Mark your calendars there's a lot of supporting and advocating to do!!
Stay up to date with Pride Events on PFLAG Tinley Park's website! tinleypark.pflag.org/upcoming-eve...
Mark your calendars there's a lot of supporting and advocating to do!!
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Being an "ally" isn't so much a label, but a commitment to continuous learning & taking action. Here are some starter tips. Discover more at pflag.org/resource/transgender-resources/ & straightforequality.org/resource/guide-to-being-a-trans-ally/
#TransRightsAreHumanRights #LeadingWithLove
#TransRightsAreHumanRights #LeadingWithLove
April 23, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Being an "ally" isn't so much a label, but a commitment to continuous learning & taking action. Here are some starter tips. Discover more at pflag.org/resource/transgender-resources/ & straightforequality.org/resource/guide-to-being-a-trans-ally/
#TransRightsAreHumanRights #LeadingWithLove
#TransRightsAreHumanRights #LeadingWithLove
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“Ally” is not as much an identity; allyship is an ongoing process of learning that includes action. Learn more from
straightforequality.org/resource/guide-to-being-a-straight-ally/ & pflag.org/find-resources/#get-started-with-the-essentials
#SupportEducation&Advocacy #LeadingWithLove
straightforequality.org/resource/guide-to-being-a-straight-ally/ & pflag.org/find-resources/#get-started-with-the-essentials
#SupportEducation&Advocacy #LeadingWithLove
April 23, 2025 at 5:16 PM
“Ally” is not as much an identity; allyship is an ongoing process of learning that includes action. Learn more from
straightforequality.org/resource/guide-to-being-a-straight-ally/ & pflag.org/find-resources/#get-started-with-the-essentials
#SupportEducation&Advocacy #LeadingWithLove
straightforequality.org/resource/guide-to-being-a-straight-ally/ & pflag.org/find-resources/#get-started-with-the-essentials
#SupportEducation&Advocacy #LeadingWithLove
No Such Thing as the Innocent Bystander
You Better Be Lightning - by Andrea Gibson
You Better Be Lightning - by Andrea Gibson
April 19, 2025 at 8:22 PM
No Such Thing as the Innocent Bystander
You Better Be Lightning - by Andrea Gibson
You Better Be Lightning - by Andrea Gibson
Happy Transgender Day of Visibility. Today I want to recognize, honor and thank the transgender community. The world is better with you being in it. You are part of the beautiful fabric of humankind. I'm so grateful for the privilege to say you are my loved ones, friends, and future friends to be.
March 31, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Happy Transgender Day of Visibility. Today I want to recognize, honor and thank the transgender community. The world is better with you being in it. You are part of the beautiful fabric of humankind. I'm so grateful for the privilege to say you are my loved ones, friends, and future friends to be.
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Trans people have always been part of the fabric of our societies. This is a tiny historical snapshot.
#TransHistoryIsHumanHistory🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 #TransRightsAreHumanRights
#TransHistoryIsHumanHistory🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 #TransRightsAreHumanRights
March 30, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Trans people have always been part of the fabric of our societies. This is a tiny historical snapshot.
#TransHistoryIsHumanHistory🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 #TransRightsAreHumanRights
#TransHistoryIsHumanHistory🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 #TransRightsAreHumanRights
Rally for Trans Visibility in Chicago - Trans Upfront IL. What a great event! Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31st). Trans people have ALWAYS existed. They are our children, our parents, our siblings, our family, our friends, neighbors & coworkers. Trans people are human, just like you & me.🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
March 30, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Rally for Trans Visibility in Chicago - Trans Upfront IL. What a great event! Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31st). Trans people have ALWAYS existed. They are our children, our parents, our siblings, our family, our friends, neighbors & coworkers. Trans people are human, just like you & me.🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
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Today, we honor Rosa Parks, whose courage sparked a movement for justice. At IDHR, we’re committed to advancing her fight by protecting civil rights and working to end discrimination in Illinois.
#RosaParksDay #CivilRightsHistory #IllinoisHumanRights
#RosaParksDay #CivilRightsHistory #IllinoisHumanRights
February 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Today, we honor Rosa Parks, whose courage sparked a movement for justice. At IDHR, we’re committed to advancing her fight by protecting civil rights and working to end discrimination in Illinois.
#RosaParksDay #CivilRightsHistory #IllinoisHumanRights
#RosaParksDay #CivilRightsHistory #IllinoisHumanRights
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3/ From PFLAG National’s CEO, Brian K. Bond (he/him): “To every transgender and nonbinary youth and young adult, every parent, every family, know this: PFLAG National is not backing down from this fight; PFLAG’s got you.”
For more information, visit pflag.org/resource/pvt-faqs
For more information, visit pflag.org/resource/pvt-faqs
PFLAG v Trump: Frequently Asked Questions - PFLAG
pflag.org
February 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
3/ From PFLAG National’s CEO, Brian K. Bond (he/him): “To every transgender and nonbinary youth and young adult, every parent, every family, know this: PFLAG National is not backing down from this fight; PFLAG’s got you.”
For more information, visit pflag.org/resource/pvt-faqs
For more information, visit pflag.org/resource/pvt-faqs
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2/ NOW, with the incredible work of our legal teams at @ACLU.org, @lambdalegal.bsky.social, @acluofmaryland.bsky.social, and law firms Hogan Lovells and Jenner & Block, we are taking powerful action.
February 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
2/ NOW, with the incredible work of our legal teams at @ACLU.org, @lambdalegal.bsky.social, @acluofmaryland.bsky.social, and law firms Hogan Lovells and Jenner & Block, we are taking powerful action.
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1/ PFLAG National—along with trans young adults and families with trans youth and GLMA—is serving as a plaintiff in a federal legal challenge against the executive order from the Trump administration attempting to shut down nationwide access to necessary medical care for trans people under 19.
February 4, 2025 at 7:03 PM
1/ PFLAG National—along with trans young adults and families with trans youth and GLMA—is serving as a plaintiff in a federal legal challenge against the executive order from the Trump administration attempting to shut down nationwide access to necessary medical care for trans people under 19.
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BREAKING NEWS: We’re SUING TRUMP! 🏛️🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈🧵
February 4, 2025 at 7:02 PM
BREAKING NEWS: We’re SUING TRUMP! 🏛️🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈🧵
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February 3, 2025
February 3, 2025
I’m going to start tonight by stating the obvious: the Republicans control both chambers of Congress: the House of Representatives and the Senate.
heathercoxrichardson.substack.com
February 4, 2025 at 7:10 AM
February 3, 2025
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Remember: Your validity is not dictated by an Executive Order. Visit our Executive Order Explainers and Resources page which shares all EOs to date, sorted by topic, with descriptions, links, & trusted resources you can use to support your advocacy: pflag.org/resource/executive-orders (3/3)
Executive Order Explainers and Resources - PFLAG
pflag.org
January 29, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Remember: Your validity is not dictated by an Executive Order. Visit our Executive Order Explainers and Resources page which shares all EOs to date, sorted by topic, with descriptions, links, & trusted resources you can use to support your advocacy: pflag.org/resource/executive-orders (3/3)
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Although undeniably angering and frightening, we must remember that few EOs can change policy immediately, nor can they immediately change regulations nor the law as established through statutes and the courts; litigation is sure to follow and, in some cases, is already being prepared. (2/3)
January 29, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Although undeniably angering and frightening, we must remember that few EOs can change policy immediately, nor can they immediately change regulations nor the law as established through statutes and the courts; litigation is sure to follow and, in some cases, is already being prepared. (2/3)
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Ranging from redefining the identities & experiences of our trans, nonbinary, and intersex loved ones to redefining birthright citizenship, from ending DEI initiatives to ending the USA’s participation in WHO, the barrage of Executive Orders is harming so many people—and is just the beginning. (1/3)
January 29, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Ranging from redefining the identities & experiences of our trans, nonbinary, and intersex loved ones to redefining birthright citizenship, from ending DEI initiatives to ending the USA’s participation in WHO, the barrage of Executive Orders is harming so many people—and is just the beginning. (1/3)
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Connect with PFLAG to stay informed.
Discover more advocacy groups both locally & nationally who champion equality, celebrate diversity, & ensure every voice is heard & valued.
genevatricities.pflag.org/monthly-news...
pflag.org/newsletter-s...
Enrich your awareness. Stay involved, stay informed.
Discover more advocacy groups both locally & nationally who champion equality, celebrate diversity, & ensure every voice is heard & valued.
genevatricities.pflag.org/monthly-news...
pflag.org/newsletter-s...
Enrich your awareness. Stay involved, stay informed.
January 27, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Connect with PFLAG to stay informed.
Discover more advocacy groups both locally & nationally who champion equality, celebrate diversity, & ensure every voice is heard & valued.
genevatricities.pflag.org/monthly-news...
pflag.org/newsletter-s...
Enrich your awareness. Stay involved, stay informed.
Discover more advocacy groups both locally & nationally who champion equality, celebrate diversity, & ensure every voice is heard & valued.
genevatricities.pflag.org/monthly-news...
pflag.org/newsletter-s...
Enrich your awareness. Stay involved, stay informed.
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We're prepared to defend our community from the wave of anti-trans attacks. This Wednesday, January 29th our legal and policy experts will explain how A4TE plans to fight back – and how you can join us.
Sign up here: action.transequality.org/a/a4te_vs_tr...
Sign up here: action.transequality.org/a/a4te_vs_tr...
January 25, 2025 at 3:11 AM
We're prepared to defend our community from the wave of anti-trans attacks. This Wednesday, January 29th our legal and policy experts will explain how A4TE plans to fight back – and how you can join us.
Sign up here: action.transequality.org/a/a4te_vs_tr...
Sign up here: action.transequality.org/a/a4te_vs_tr...
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Excellent post
January 27, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Excellent post
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Whether the election results have you needing support or wanting to get involved, we've got you covered. Find a PFLAG chapter near you to get involved, get support, and find community. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Visit pflag.org/find
January 2, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Whether the election results have you needing support or wanting to get involved, we've got you covered. Find a PFLAG chapter near you to get involved, get support, and find community. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Visit pflag.org/find
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We offer support, education, advocacy, and a sense of community for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, friends, and allies, as well as for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding and support. For more details about PFLAG, please visit genevatricities.pflag.org
Remember, you're never alone!
Remember, you're never alone!
January 27, 2025 at 2:13 AM
We offer support, education, advocacy, and a sense of community for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, friends, and allies, as well as for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding and support. For more details about PFLAG, please visit genevatricities.pflag.org
Remember, you're never alone!
Remember, you're never alone!
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We KNOW that queer and trans people have and will always exist. We KNOW that sex and gender are not binary. We KNOW that no law has ever—or will ever—have the power to eradicate our love and our lives.
Our love is courageous, and we are united in radical defiance.
#OurLoveIsLouder
Our love is courageous, and we are united in radical defiance.
#OurLoveIsLouder
January 26, 2025 at 1:24 AM
We KNOW that queer and trans people have and will always exist. We KNOW that sex and gender are not binary. We KNOW that no law has ever—or will ever—have the power to eradicate our love and our lives.
Our love is courageous, and we are united in radical defiance.
#OurLoveIsLouder
Our love is courageous, and we are united in radical defiance.
#OurLoveIsLouder
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In response to the slew of anti-trans executive orders issued by President Trump: “We see these executive orders for what they are—an attempt by hateful extremists to make it impossible for us to participate in public life." — @transrigo.bsky.social transequality.org/news/a4te-is...
January 22, 2025 at 6:06 PM
In response to the slew of anti-trans executive orders issued by President Trump: “We see these executive orders for what they are—an attempt by hateful extremists to make it impossible for us to participate in public life." — @transrigo.bsky.social transequality.org/news/a4te-is...
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You friendly reminder that on the Friday after thanksgiving pie is a breakfast food.🥧
November 29, 2024 at 11:27 AM
You friendly reminder that on the Friday after thanksgiving pie is a breakfast food.🥧