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11 December 2019
10 December 2019
Mauritius - Activist seeks to overturn anti-gay law of African island Mauritius
civil rights - Medically necessary transgender surgery now covered by Wisconsin Medicaid after legal battle
Bruce Vielmetti
Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Baraboo, WI
Florida - Transgender Florida student’s fight over school bathrooms could affect Alabama
lead story - "These women are targets": Transgender women fight for their rights in Colorado's prisons
Jonathan McDougle
CBS News
CBS News
Canõn City, CO
Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility
please press: www.cbsnews.com
Labels:
Colorado,
fight,
Jonathan McDougle,
prisons,
rights,
targets,
transgender women,
women
Location:
Cañon City, CO 81212, USA
09 December 2019
Jamaica - The power of transgender visibility in Jamaica
Labels:
Donique Givans,
Jamaica,
Power,
Renaè Green,
transgender,
TransWave Jamaica,
visibility
Location:
Kingston, Jamaica
civil rights - U.S. Supreme Court rejects inmate's bid for sex reassignment surgery
Massachusetts - Remembering Rita: The 20th Transgender Day Of Remembrance Is Painfully Personal For Boston
lead story - Groundbreaking UW study: Transgender kids’ gender identity is as strong as that of cisgender children
Ryan Blethen
The Seattle Times
The Seattle Times
Seattle, WA
Gerberding Hall
please press: www.seattletimes.com
ezs note: You can read the abstract or buy the full report HERE.
08 December 2019
New York - NY Courts To Add Transgender, Nonbinary & Other Gender Options To Jury Documents
Press
CBS New York
CBS New York
Albany, NY
Dongan Charter
Credit: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c8/Albany_Dongan_Charter_partially_unfolded.png
please press: newyork.cbslocal.com
Labels:
courts,
gender,
inclusive,
jury documents,
Lucian Chalfen,
New York,
nonbinary,
options,
transgender
Location:
Albany, NY, USA
lead story - In Pantene's new video series, transgender people talk about what it's like to go home for the holidays
Donald Trump - Nadler: Impeachment would be a guilty verdict in 'three minutes flat'
07 December 2019
SPECIAL - New House Judiciary Committee report defines impeachable offenses
Katelyn Burns
Vox
Vox
please press: www.vox.com
ezs note: Once again, the House Judiciary Committee goes into further detail as to why it's necessary to impeach Donald Trump. I can't guarantee you'll change minds, but at least they'll give it a second thought. The document will be found HERE.
Now let me see...
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 one item Weight Watchers diligently. Here's what I'm looking for:
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 one item 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 Shorette
60 Starkel Road
Apartment 60, #110
06117
Labels:
article,
article of clothing,
Emily Shorette,
handout,
lightly used,
moves,
Weight Watchers
Location:
Tokyo, Japan
Ireland - Ireland to simplify process for transgender 16- and 17-year-olds to change legal gender
civil rights - Transgender women fight law blocking inmates' name change
Rhode Island - Newport’s Channing Memorial Church observes Transgender Day of Remembrance
lead story - Man sentenced to death for killing transgender cellmate
Tim Fitzsimons
NBC News
NBC News
Delano, CA
Kern Valley State Prison
please press: www.nbcnews.com
ezs note: Personally, I don't believe in the death penalty. However, I do believe that Mr. Crespo should stay in prison for a long, long, time. Like, say, until the year 5000.
ezs note: Personally, I don't believe in the death penalty. However, I do believe that Mr. Crespo should stay in prison for a long, long, time. Like, say, until the year 5000.
Donald Trump - Trump complains about light bulbs making him look orange and people flushing toilets 15 times in rambling monologue
Conrad Duncan
The Independent
The Independent
ezs note: Oh, but he's sane. Obviously.
please press: www.independent.co.uk
06 December 2019
Germany - Meet Anastasia: Germany's first transgender army commander
Rebecca Staudenmeier
Deutsche Welle
Deutsche Welle
Leipzig, Germany
civil rights - Fox News host Tucker Carlson says transgender rights are a “boutique issue" for "rich people"
Matthew Rozsa
Salon
Salon
where all of us transgender people live
(didn't you know???)
please press: www.salon.com
Delaware - Sarah McBride earns Victory Fund endorsement in State Senate campaign
Labels:
campaign,
earns,
endorsement,
John Riley,
Sarah McBride,
state senate,
Victory Fund
Location:
Wilmington, DE, USA
lead story - Trump’s Rollback of Transgender Rights Extends Through Entire Government
Lola Fadulu
The New York Times
The New York Times
Kent, OH
(site of Kent State shootings)
please press: www.nytimes.com
Donald Trump - Could this be Trump’s orange makeup?
05 December 2019
Colorado - Transgender pastor at Colorado church is preaching from a pulpit she once would have been banned from
Labels:
banned,
Colorado church,
Nicole Garcia,
pastor,
preaching,
pulpit,
transgender,
Westview Church
Location:
Boulder, CO, USA
lead story - Transgender woman with eight-year-old daughter sues over right to change sex listed in Japan's family register
Donald Trump - Trump’s Legacy Is Being Written Right Now
04 December 2019
civil rights - What does EVSC's non-discrimination policy cover? A closer look at the district’s approach.
Labels:
approach,
closer look,
cover,
district,
Earl Hopkins,
EVSC,
non-discrimination,
policy,
public comment
Location:
Evansville, IN, USA
Wisconsin - ‘It’s just reality:’ Milwaukee group works to end violence against those who are transgender
Labels:
against,
Cassidy Williams,
end violence,
group,
harassment,
just reality,
Milwaukee,
transgender,
works
Location:
Milwaukee, WI, USA
lead story - The many faces of transgender people
Michelle Myers
El Dìa
El Dìa
Philadelphia, PA
Credit: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/A_Portraiture_of_the_City_of_Philadelphia.JPG
please press: aldianews.com
03 December 2019
Donald Trump - Democrats release impeachment report detailing 'overwhelming' evidence of misconduct and obstruction
Manu Raju, Jeremy Herb
CNN
CNN
Credit: https://www.balloon-juice.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/house-impeachment-report-is-out.jpg
please press: www.cnn.com
ezs note: THIS is it.
Here is the complete report by the House Intelligence Committee reported by Adam Schiff, his Members, and many, many, staff. You can find the complete report HERE.
If at all possible, please read the entire report. When I'm done with today's news, I plan on reading it in its entirety.
02 December 2019
Pennsylvania - Harrisburg church hosts support group for parents with transgender kids
Labels:
church,
Frank Pizzoli,
Guild Room,
Harrisburg,
hosts,
parents,
support group,
transgender kids
Location:
Harrisburg, PA, USA
lead story - Obesity persists as surgery barrier among transgender adults
TG Martinson
Healio
Healio
obese male
please press: www.healio.com
ezs note: Yeah, I admit it - obesity is my bugaboo. But it's also one that I'm determined to fight. Weight Watchers seems to be working out well for me. However, I also know that I'm just attending one meeting. If one attendee is being snotty, speak up! Remember, it's YOUR life that you're trying to make better.
Donald Trump - Trump Is the Founders’ Worst Nightmare
30 November 2019
Now let me see...
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 one item Weight Watchers diligently. Here's what I'm looking for:
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 one item 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
Labels:
article,
clothing,
Emily's Virtual Rocket,
fabulous clothes,
inspires,
moves,
Weight Watchers
Location:
Tokyo, Japan
Brazil/USA - Transgender Woman Killed In Brazil Honored With Tribeca Sculpture
civil rights - On transgender rights, where does Penn really stand?
Sean Bender, Rebecca Wallace
The Daily Pennsylvanian
The Daily Pennsylvanian
Charter of Penn University
Philadelphia, PA
please press: www.thedp.com
Virginia - Equality Virginia kicks off “Ask a Trans Person” series at Central Library
Rich Griset
Chesterfield Observer
Chesterfield Observer
Chesterfield County, VA
please press: www.chesterfieldobserver.com
lead story - A bill meant to protect India’s transgender community instead leaves them angry and aggrieved
Labels:
aggrieved,
angry,
bill,
India,
Indian Parliament,
instead,
Niha Masih,
protect,
transgender community
Location:
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Donald Trump - It’s a good bet Trump pardons his felon allies. Here’s when that’s most likely.
29 November 2019
Barbados - Study finds progress in treating HIV in the Caribbean 'tenuous'
Labels:
AIDS-related deaths,
Barbados,
Caribbean,
HIV,
progress,
reducing new infections,
study,
tenuous,
treating
Location:
Bridgetown, Barbados
civil rights - Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair Launches Campaign for Stronger Municipal Protections for LGBTQ Community
Iowa - Iowa GOP lawmaker calls flying of trans flag above Capitol an act of the 'Rainbow Jihad'
Morgan Gstatler
The Hill
The Hill
Rep. Skyler Wheeler (R-IA)
please press: thehill.com
ezs note: 4th district of Iowa (most of Sioux County) - Ah, Skyler. Dont'cha just love him? No? Then may I suggest organizing the Democratic party with the goal of ousting Skyler. Did I say it was easy? Nope. Never said it would be. But ousting Skyler - doesn't that sound good?
ezs note: 4th district of Iowa (most of Sioux County) - Ah, Skyler. Dont'cha just love him? No? Then may I suggest organizing the Democratic party with the goal of ousting Skyler. Did I say it was easy? Nope. Never said it would be. But ousting Skyler - doesn't that sound good?
lead story - Raoul signs onto amicus brief in support of transgender rights
27 November 2019
The Gambia (and others) - Rape Prosecution Must Drive the New Rohingya Genocide Court Case
Susan Hutchinson
PassBlue
PassBlue
Banjul, The Gambia
(President and Mrs. Obama visiting)
please press: www.passblue.com
ezs note: It's about halfway down, but transgender people are being harassed.
Labels:
court case,
drive,
genocide,
prosecution,
rape,
Rohingya,
Susan Hutchinson,
The Gambia
Location:
Banjul, The Gambia
civil rights - Civil rights agency slams Trump admin over LGBTQ policies
Julie Moreau
NBC News
NBC News
Lyndon Johnson signs the Kerner Commission report
please press: www.nbcnews.com
ezs note: One of the most important hotlinks is Are Rights A Reality? Obviously, a 600-plus page tome is too much for a single reading, but it's really important. Give it a half-hour to an hour. Thanks.
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