Donald Trump - Fiona Hill nails the Democrats' case

Stephen Collinson
CNN

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ezs note:  Now that the House Intelligence Committee has pretty much finished its business, it now goes to the Rules Committee to prepare a final draft.  Then the whole House takes its vote.  It's quite a dramatic thing in itself - impeachment votes are a rarity - but then the Senate takes over.  If you live in a state in which there are one or two Republican  Senators, ya gotta call, email, snail-mail, (not really recommended unless there is no other choice)  or visit directly when she/he comes to town, and urge her/him to vote YES to oust Trump.  Be polite but firm.  Bullet points are great, 3 to 5 should suffice.  If you're talking more than a minute, you're talking too long.  Others may not agree with you, but let others have their say.  If you are uncertain about whether your Senators (there are two)  are Republican, Democrat, or other, go to senate.gov.  Thanks.

lead story - Lawmakers mark Transgender Day of Remembrance, highlighting transphobia, grim stats

Karma Allen
ABC News

Atlanta, GA

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Donald Trump - Key Moments From Sondland, Cooper and Hale Testimony

Michael D. Shear, Peter Baker
The New York Times

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ezs note:  See also 'The Daily' a video spot lasting about 27 minutes.

civil rights - Marginalizing transgender Americans is wrong, and dangerous

Editorial
Bangor Daily News

head of Statue Of Liberty (1885)

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Donald Trump (2) - David Hale and Laura Cooper's testimony before House Intelligence Committee - C-SPAN3

video credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cblWMEm_e4

Missouri - LGBTQ legislation passes in City Hall

Elizabeth Orosco
Northeast News

Kansas City, MO

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lead story - Transgender Day of Remembrance: At least 22 trans people killed in 2019

Tim Fitzsimons
NBC News

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Donald Trump - Gordon Sondland's live testimony to the House Judiciary Committee - C-SPAN3

video credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkN4P7R5stE

civil rights - For Trans Activists, Recent Setbacks Temper Long-Term Hopes

Press
The New York Times

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Donald Trump (2) - Testimony by Amb.Kurt Volker and Tim Morrison by C-SPAN3 - House Intelligence Committee

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New Hampshire - Rochester elects first openly transgender person to a New Hampshire city council

Press
WGME

Rochester, NH

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ezs note:  Yay, Rochester!

lead story - New Michigan rules allow transgender people to easily change gender on driver's license

Tresa Baldas, Kristen Jordan Shamus
Detroit Free Press

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Donald Trump - Live coverage of Lt. Col. Vindman and Jennifer Williams on CBSN

video credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfO2RKh8-xY

lead story - At least 22 transgender people have been killed this year. But numbers don't tell the full story

Harmeet Kaur
CNN

Dallas, TX

(lake where Chynal Lindsey was murdered)

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 please press:  www.cnn.com

Donald Trump - Impeachment Investigators Exploring Whether Trump Lied to Mueller

Charlie Savage
The New York Times

ezs note:  v.  liar.

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Now let me see...

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As you might know, Emily's Virtual Rocket has been around a while.  You'd think that  I  would get some fabulous clothes.  Uh, not really.  I get clothing, but it's male clothing.

I am not asking for a handout.  What I would like is if you see an article that really moves or inspires you, sending an article of clothing would be a way of saying "thank you".  Just send one item.  It doesn't have to be from Saks or Cartier.  In fact, sending a good lightly used item would be just as appreciated.  I am very large (280 pounds/127 kilograms), but I am following Weight Watchers diligently. Here's what I'm looking for:

• tops (not too loud or flashy)
• wig (medium to dark brown)
• slacks
•  skirt (knee length) 
• panties (new only, cotton preferable)
• bra (new only)
• nylons (new only)
• socks (extra-large please)
• insert into bra (C cup, no larger)
• sweater
• coat
• inexpensive necklace (long)
• inexpensive perfume

For three of the items which I specify as new, I am not calling for expense or extravagance.  Family Dollar, Target, or Wal-Mart, for example, will do nicely.  Here's the address:

Emily's Virtual Rocket

60 Starkel Road 

Apartment 60, #110

06117

civil rights - Hillary Clinton says trans rights are a “legitimate concern” for cis women

Alex Bollinger
LGBTQ Nation

Hillary Clinton (D-NY)

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Pennsylvania - Transgender ex-cashier sues Dunkin' Donuts, saying managers let coworkers and patrons harass her, then fired her

Elliot C. McLaughlin
CNN

Bethlehem, PA

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lead story - Utah transgender woman says Driver License Division forced her to remove her makeup for photo

Press
The Salt Lake Tribune

Salt Lake City, UT

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Donald Trump - Republican congressman calls new details about Trump revealed in impeachment testimony 'alarming'

Devan Cole
CNN

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civil rights - 'This Isn't Just About a Pronoun.' Teachers and Trans Students Are Clashing Over Whose Rights Come First

Katie Reilly
Time

Brownsburg, IN

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ezs note:  I do hate to rain on Mr. Kluge's parade, but there is a Christian school in the very same town!  While I do respect Christian values, (even though I strongly disagree with the particulars)  if you're gonna teach in a public school, there are certain standards which you have to follow.  And you didn't. And you got fired.

Good.

North Dakota - ND takes new approach to behavioral health

Minot Daily News
Jill Schramm

Bismarck, SD

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ezs note: It's down a bit, but the seminar does contain a seminar on transgender issues.  If you live in south-central North Dakota (Bismarck), it might be wise to show up.

lead story - These trans people made history in 2019

Scottie Andrew
CNN

Del. Danica Roem (D-VA)

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Donald Trump - Trump Is Writing His Own Articles of Impeachment

Renato Mariotti
Politico

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civil rights - California Launches Program To Protect Transgender Voting Rights

Jade Hindman
KPBS

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Alabama - Alabama transgender women of color selected for fellowship

Eddie Burkhalter
Alabama Political Reporter

Alabama State University

Montgomery, AL

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lead story - For 16 Transgender Hockey Players, a Groundbreaking Weekend

Danielle Allentuck
The New York Times

Matthews Arena (ice hockey)

Boston, MA

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Donald Trump - Live C-SPAN 2 coverage of Marie Yovanovich

C-SPAN 2

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Donald Trump - Impeachment Hearings, Ukraine, Denmark: Your Thursday Briefing

Andrea Kannapell
The New York Times

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South Carolina - SC transgender woman’s experience raises questions about bathroom accommodations

Stefany Bornman
CBS17

Boiling Springs, SC

(sorry, best I could come up with)

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lead story - Transgender Awareness Week starts today. Here's what you should know

Dakin Andone
CNN

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Donald Trump - CNN LIVE: Trump impeachment inquiry hearings

Ongoing
CNN

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SPECIAL - review of Maomarimo

When I first chose to pick Maomarimo, I was rather puzzled when Mangahere chose to put up a warning sign about proceeding any further.   The editors of manga were, let's say,  a bit quirky.  When I read chapter nine, however, I found out exactly what they were warning me about.  And it was truly disgusting.  

I'm not trying to be a prissy.  However, when Horikita Aoi carefully masters an art over eight chapters, only to have it flushed down the toilet, it really is disgusting.

If you want shits n' giggles, hey, have at it.  However, when you seek a thoughtful examination of transgender life, you can do better.

Far better.

civil rights - Latinos and transgender people see big increases in hate crimes, FBI reports

Jaweed Kaleem
Los Angeles Times

FBI

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Georgia - Georgia Republican wants to make helping transgender children a felony

John Riley
MetroWeekly

Powder Springs, GA

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ezs note:  Ahem... Ginny Ehrhart (R - Powder Springs) MUST go.  To the residents of Powder Springs, and of Georgia in general. this is your moment.  Get together, organize, volunteer, and, if the time is right, throw your hat into the ring.  I can't stand this woman.  She must be thrown out of office.

lead story - What the battle over a 7-year-old trans girl could mean for families nationwide

Katelyn Burns
Vox

Coppell, TX

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ezs note:  I was reading this article when this wonderful little whopper showed up:

Up until this point, he (Younger) had been allowed to see his kids once a week for two hours and on the first, third, and fifth weekends of each month since 2017, though court testimony indicates he frequently skipped his visitation days.  (emphasis mine)

Yeah, great to see your kids.  Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight.
(Thank you, Katelyn)

Donald Trump - Senior Trump official embellished résumé, had face on fake Time cover

Don De Luce, Laura Strickler, Ari Sen
NBC News

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Donald Trump - Trump rages about impeachment on Twitter, but he has Republicans to blame for the rules

Kurt Bardella
NBC News

ezs note:  Just another day at Café Trump.

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Tennessee - Nashville Set to Commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance

Jay Bohanon

Nashville Out & About

 

Nashville, TN

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ezs note:  If you are planning on attending, please note the directions at the beginning of the article.

lead story - Transgender at school: Transitioning during A-levels

Tori Watson, Emily McGarvey
BBC

Derry, Northern Ireland

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Donald Trump - Nikki Haley claims John Kelly and Rex Tillerson asked her to defy Trump in order to 'save the country' from the inside

Bethany Biron
Business Insider

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Now let me see...

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As you might know, Emily's Virtual Rocket has been around a while.  You'd think that  I  would get some fabulous clothes.  Uh, not really.  I get clothing, but it's male clothing.

I am not asking for a handout.  What I would like is if you see an article that really moves or inspires you, sending an article of clothing would be a way of saying "thank you".  Just send one item.  It doesn't have to be from Saks or Cartier.  In fact, sending a good lightly used item would be just as appreciated.  I am very large (280 pounds/127 kilograms), but I am following Weight Watchers diligently. Here's what I'm looking for:

• tops (not too loud or flashy)
• wig (medium to dark brown)
• slacks
•  skirt (knee length) 
• panties (new only, cotton preferable)
• bra (new only)
• nylons (new only)
• socks (extra-large please)
• insert into bra (C cup, no larger)
• sweater
• coat
• inexpensive necklace (long)
• inexpensive perfume

For three of the items which I specify as new, I am not calling for expense or extravagance.  Family Dollar, Target, or Wal-Mart, for example, will do nicely.  Here's the address:

Emily's Virtual Rocket

60 Starkel Road 

Apartment 60, #110

06117

civil rights - Transgender inmate in South Dakota prison sues for civil rights violations

Shannon Marvel
The Daily Republic

South Dakota Department of Corrections penitentiary

 Pierre, SD

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please press:  www.mitchellrepublic.com

Wisconsin - Server in Wisconsin fired for refusing to serve anti-transgender customers

Press
WXYZ

Fond du Lac, WI

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lead story - I Served 30 Years in the Military. Trump’s Transgender Ban Calls Me Unfit

Dana Delgardo
TIME

US Air Force

Combined Air and Space Operations Center

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Donald Trump - The 40 wildest lines from Donald Trump's impromptu Friday press conference

Chris Cillizza
CNN

ezs note:  Don't worry. It's only Donald.

(Then again...)

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Donald Trump - Donald Trump Is All Alone

Peter Nicholas
The Atlantic

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civil rights - Your View by Boyertown mother of transgender man: Why we need clarity that federal law protects LGBTQ people

Melissa DeStefano
The Morning Call

Boyertown, PA

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Nebraska - UNL community members express concerns to primary candidate Ted Carter

Zach Wendling
The Daily Nebraskan

Lincoln, NE

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lead story - Telling his story as a transgender man in transition

Madeline Krumme
Madison Magazine

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