Brooke Mels
@brookemelz.bsky.social
Jurisprudence nerd and Georgia legislative advocate
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The law banning GAC for prisoners in Georgia was enjoined for 8th amendment violations. It was passed this spring as GA 2025 SB 185.
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December 6, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The law banning GAC for prisoners in Georgia was enjoined for 8th amendment violations. It was passed this spring as GA 2025 SB 185.
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Today, a federal judge permanently enjoined a portion of a Georgia law banning gender dysphoria treatment in prison, finding that its blanket ban on hormone therapy violated the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment.
December 4, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Today, a federal judge permanently enjoined a portion of a Georgia law banning gender dysphoria treatment in prison, finding that its blanket ban on hormone therapy violated the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment.
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i havent addressed the OK essay because i think its patently transparent that it's just another example of rw grievance "censorship" culture weaponized to attack marginalized ppl
the fact that people are trying to debate it is just giving fash what they want
the fact that people are trying to debate it is just giving fash what they want
December 1, 2025 at 7:53 PM
i havent addressed the OK essay because i think its patently transparent that it's just another example of rw grievance "censorship" culture weaponized to attack marginalized ppl
the fact that people are trying to debate it is just giving fash what they want
the fact that people are trying to debate it is just giving fash what they want
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One thing Gwen understands more than most about the Texas and Oklahoma crack down on trans people existing in the university is that this is part of a broader movement by TPUSA and astroturf right wing groups to push society to make having a job while being openly trans impossible again.
OU has put the professor here on administrative leave:
December 1, 2025 at 12:29 AM
One thing Gwen understands more than most about the Texas and Oklahoma crack down on trans people existing in the university is that this is part of a broader movement by TPUSA and astroturf right wing groups to push society to make having a job while being openly trans impossible again.
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Please save him
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🆘Euth Listed
My humans failed me miserably
They betrayed my trust by dumping me in this Death Camp
I’m lost & confused why did they do this to me. I need to be loved & valued so I can trust again
I’m just a puppy & NYCACC is going 2 murder me because I’m a baby
🙏Pls Repost for a foster to save me!
My humans failed me miserably
They betrayed my trust by dumping me in this Death Camp
I’m lost & confused why did they do this to me. I need to be loved & valued so I can trust again
I’m just a puppy & NYCACC is going 2 murder me because I’m a baby
🙏Pls Repost for a foster to save me!
November 26, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Please save him
💔😢🙏
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Georgia needs a leader who will be honest about who is the cause of the challenges we face and who can mobilize a movement to deliver results.
Thanks to @rpaynereport.bsky.social at Salon for highlighting why this race matters and why change is overdue.
Thanks to @rpaynereport.bsky.social at Salon for highlighting why this race matters and why change is overdue.
November 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Georgia needs a leader who will be honest about who is the cause of the challenges we face and who can mobilize a movement to deliver results.
Thanks to @rpaynereport.bsky.social at Salon for highlighting why this race matters and why change is overdue.
Thanks to @rpaynereport.bsky.social at Salon for highlighting why this race matters and why change is overdue.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:29 AM
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In an upcoming mayor runoff in Georgia, a Democratic lawmaker in Georgia has endorsed the Republican mayor (and former chair of the state GOP) over his Democratic challenger, on the grounds that the Democrat is too critical of Israel: www.11alive.com/article/news...
November 23, 2025 at 4:20 PM
In an upcoming mayor runoff in Georgia, a Democratic lawmaker in Georgia has endorsed the Republican mayor (and former chair of the state GOP) over his Democratic challenger, on the grounds that the Democrat is too critical of Israel: www.11alive.com/article/news...
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Gorgeous afternoon to do a little overtime canvassing for this HD121 special election.
Eric is a great candidate and will be an amazing new member of the Ga House. If you’re in that district we need you out there now! #gapol
Eric is a great candidate and will be an amazing new member of the Ga House. If you’re in that district we need you out there now! #gapol
November 23, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Gorgeous afternoon to do a little overtime canvassing for this HD121 special election.
Eric is a great candidate and will be an amazing new member of the Ga House. If you’re in that district we need you out there now! #gapol
Eric is a great candidate and will be an amazing new member of the Ga House. If you’re in that district we need you out there now! #gapol
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This Labor Appreciation Day, thank you to every union fighting for Georgia workers in a state ranked the worst for unions. Your organizing protects our future. When we fight, we win.
Join the movement now at ruwaforgeorgia.com
Join the movement now at ruwaforgeorgia.com
November 23, 2025 at 10:30 PM
This Labor Appreciation Day, thank you to every union fighting for Georgia workers in a state ranked the worst for unions. Your organizing protects our future. When we fight, we win.
Join the movement now at ruwaforgeorgia.com
Join the movement now at ruwaforgeorgia.com
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My first speech as a gubernatorial candidate was at UNITE HERE Local 23 because unions are one of the most effective ways to fight corporate greed and special interests.
Everyone deserves a fair chance against policies that leave us behind.
Everyone deserves a fair chance against policies that leave us behind.
November 23, 2025 at 10:27 PM
My first speech as a gubernatorial candidate was at UNITE HERE Local 23 because unions are one of the most effective ways to fight corporate greed and special interests.
Everyone deserves a fair chance against policies that leave us behind.
Everyone deserves a fair chance against policies that leave us behind.
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McBath and Bishop the Ga reps who went along with the Republican socialism scare.
Absolutely ridiculous in 2025 to do this. Fam - they gonna call you names either way. Why are you helping them with it?
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Absolutely ridiculous in 2025 to do this. Fam - they gonna call you names either way. Why are you helping them with it?
www.newsweek.com/full-list-of...
Full list of Democrats voting to condemn socialism as Zohran Mamdani comes to town
The House of Representatives voted on a resolution condemning socialism ahead of President Trump's meeting with Zohran Mamdani.
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November 23, 2025 at 11:29 PM
McBath and Bishop the Ga reps who went along with the Republican socialism scare.
Absolutely ridiculous in 2025 to do this. Fam - they gonna call you names either way. Why are you helping them with it?
www.newsweek.com/full-list-of...
Absolutely ridiculous in 2025 to do this. Fam - they gonna call you names either way. Why are you helping them with it?
www.newsweek.com/full-list-of...
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So here’s the deal, my voice is still gone which means I can’t do call time and we’re already behind. So, let’s do an AMA. I’ll answer questions until the evening but I’ve got some asks for y’all too!
November 22, 2025 at 7:50 PM
So here’s the deal, my voice is still gone which means I can’t do call time and we’re already behind. So, let’s do an AMA. I’ll answer questions until the evening but I’ve got some asks for y’all too!
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Could we get this circulated again? I'm so sorry to ask but I had to push my root canal back a week because I couldn't afford it. I'm still going back-and-forth with the bank about fixing my situation. It's exhausting and I'm a bit broken at the moment to be honest. Any help would be amazing. Ty🖤🖤🖤
Hi y'all I very prematurely closed my old gfm and I've started a new one. Things are quite dire and it's looking like I'm going to need to hire a lawyer which I can't afford. Your help would mean the world to me truly.
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Venmo: @marghoul
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Venmo: @marghoul
Donate to Help Margot Recover from Financial Crisis, organized by Margot Laine
Hi, it's me, Margot. This is my situation. About two months ago, all of my savi… Margot Laine needs your support for Help Margot Recover from Financial Crisis
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November 20, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Could we get this circulated again? I'm so sorry to ask but I had to push my root canal back a week because I couldn't afford it. I'm still going back-and-forth with the bank about fixing my situation. It's exhausting and I'm a bit broken at the moment to be honest. Any help would be amazing. Ty🖤🖤🖤
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Fun fact: Your favorite mayoral candidate isn’t even eligible to serve on the Boards and Commissions in Marietta. You have to be at least 25 years old to serve.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
Please run for municipal seats. Mayor. City Council. School Board. We need people who care.
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
And if running isn’t your thing, volunteer on our Boards and Commissions. If you’re passionate about affordable housing, apply for the Marietta Housing Authority.
👉🏿 www.mariettaga.gov/152/Boards-C...
November 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Fun fact: Your favorite mayoral candidate isn’t even eligible to serve on the Boards and Commissions in Marietta. You have to be at least 25 years old to serve.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
Maybe it’s time we change that.
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Recently picked up a few cases defending queer or trans people facing felony charges and dangerous incarceration conditions. I’m taking these cases pro bono and low bono, so it would really really help me fight for these clients if you’re able to donate.
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Donate to Help Fund Lyra's Pro Bono Cases, organized by Lyra LB
Hi! I'm Lyra, @pinkrangerlb on twitter. I'm a trans woman lawyer in Atlanta! While I am not a … Lyra LB needs your support for Help Fund Lyra's Pro Bono Cases
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November 19, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Recently picked up a few cases defending queer or trans people facing felony charges and dangerous incarceration conditions. I’m taking these cases pro bono and low bono, so it would really really help me fight for these clients if you’re able to donate.
www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-...
www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-...
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Today, November 20th, is the International Trans Day of Remembrance; and amidst the near constant attacks on trans people from all sides I think its a day to remember, but also to support those who are struggling. Support trans artists, give to mutual aid, speak out in support, take fucking action.
November 20, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Today, November 20th, is the International Trans Day of Remembrance; and amidst the near constant attacks on trans people from all sides I think its a day to remember, but also to support those who are struggling. Support trans artists, give to mutual aid, speak out in support, take fucking action.
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🚨⚠️ Stay Safe out there ATL friends ⚠️🚨
⚠️¡Atención! Hay una alta probabilidad de redadas de ICE el jueves y el viernes en Atlanta. ¡Difundan la información!⚠️
Photo Credit:@mag4pie
⚠️¡Atención! Hay una alta probabilidad de redadas de ICE el jueves y el viernes en Atlanta. ¡Difundan la información!⚠️
Photo Credit:@mag4pie
November 19, 2025 at 10:32 AM
🚨⚠️ Stay Safe out there ATL friends ⚠️🚨
⚠️¡Atención! Hay una alta probabilidad de redadas de ICE el jueves y el viernes en Atlanta. ¡Difundan la información!⚠️
Photo Credit:@mag4pie
⚠️¡Atención! Hay una alta probabilidad de redadas de ICE el jueves y el viernes en Atlanta. ¡Difundan la información!⚠️
Photo Credit:@mag4pie
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99% of trans people I've met feel exactly this way
despite all the fear mongering about trans people and the attempts to abandon and actively harm us from both political parties in the US, transitioning is still the greatest decision i’ve ever made, only regret i have is not doing it younger, and that it has only made my life infinitely better
October 27, 2025 at 10:03 PM
99% of trans people I've met feel exactly this way
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Hi friends 👋🏾 I'm raising funds for North Kordofan ERR, which is in dire need of support.
The situation in areas like Bara, Sheikan & Alrahad is extremely dire. Summary in the thread below.
Every little bit helps: paypal.me/BSonblast
Ven/Cash: BSonblast
#KeepEyesOnSudan
The situation in areas like Bara, Sheikan & Alrahad is extremely dire. Summary in the thread below.
Every little bit helps: paypal.me/BSonblast
Ven/Cash: BSonblast
#KeepEyesOnSudan
Pay Sara Elhassan using PayPal.Me
Go to paypal.me/BSonblast and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it's easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.
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October 30, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Hi friends 👋🏾 I'm raising funds for North Kordofan ERR, which is in dire need of support.
The situation in areas like Bara, Sheikan & Alrahad is extremely dire. Summary in the thread below.
Every little bit helps: paypal.me/BSonblast
Ven/Cash: BSonblast
#KeepEyesOnSudan
The situation in areas like Bara, Sheikan & Alrahad is extremely dire. Summary in the thread below.
Every little bit helps: paypal.me/BSonblast
Ven/Cash: BSonblast
#KeepEyesOnSudan
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In February, @madycast.com reported that some sexual violence nonprofits had quietly erased trans victims of abuse from their websites, out of fear of Trump.
The story went viral and was picked up by other outlets. One org restored resources, and told us that our reporting spurred the reversal.
The story went viral and was picked up by other outlets. One org restored resources, and told us that our reporting spurred the reversal.
Capitulation: RAINN, NSVRC, and NCMEC Remove Nearly All Mentions of Trans and Nonbinary People
Three sexual abuse nonprofits have removed all or nearly all mentions of trans people from their blogs and articles. All three receive federal funding, but are independent organizations.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:34 PM
In February, @madycast.com reported that some sexual violence nonprofits had quietly erased trans victims of abuse from their websites, out of fear of Trump.
The story went viral and was picked up by other outlets. One org restored resources, and told us that our reporting spurred the reversal.
The story went viral and was picked up by other outlets. One org restored resources, and told us that our reporting spurred the reversal.
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Australia, March 2025: The hate and sexual violence against immigrant trans women extends across the globe.
At least eight trans women have been held in one Australian male detention center between Oct 2024 and March 2025.
One woman says agents looked through intimate photos on her phone.
At least eight trans women have been held in one Australian male detention center between Oct 2024 and March 2025.
One woman says agents looked through intimate photos on her phone.
Trans woman told she would be taken to hotel ended up in detention centre
A trans woman visiting from the Philippines says she had intimate photos searched through on her phone by authorities at Sydney International Airport, before being detained at Villawood Immigration De...
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November 3, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Australia, March 2025: The hate and sexual violence against immigrant trans women extends across the globe.
At least eight trans women have been held in one Australian male detention center between Oct 2024 and March 2025.
One woman says agents looked through intimate photos on her phone.
At least eight trans women have been held in one Australian male detention center between Oct 2024 and March 2025.
One woman says agents looked through intimate photos on her phone.
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after several long, long years of being freelance, i finally have a w2 gig, at an outlet i helped found no less!
We are proud to announce we have hired @thefreeradical.org and @davidforbes.bsky.social as our first staff journalists! As a worker-run newsroom, we set wages collectively based on our funds.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:21 PM
after several long, long years of being freelance, i finally have a w2 gig, at an outlet i helped found no less!