national/world - Transgender teen beaten during party in woods, MA cops say. Now, police seek charges

Julia Marnin

Miami Herald

Gloucester, MA

Gloucester Harbor, by William Morris Hunt (1877)

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ezs note:  Seth Moulton - aw, don't feel too bad.  Just because a kid got his face got bashed in.

RESIGN, toady.

Utah - Utah lawmaker behind anti-trans laws says transgender people changing birth certificates, IDs is an ‘issue’

Emily Anderson Stern

The Salt Lake Tribune

Morgan, UT

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ezs note:  Utahns - if you live in one of the following counties - Daggett, Duchesne, Morgan, Rich, or Summitt - you might want to tell Kera Birkeland that if she doesn't rescind her stupid bill, come Election Day, she might have to be the one lookin' for a job.  Just sayin'...

Can We Not Condemn Anyone (video)

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ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

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Transgender folks and allies - raise your voice - email or phone!!!

 

Huntsville, AL

(part of AL-5 (Dale Strong))

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ezs note:  Here in Connecticut, things are really OK for me.  Even with Trump coming in the White House, there is a solid wall protecting me and others.  However, I realize that things aren't so lucky for others.  Not all Republicans are so dense - but they make up a LARGE majority.  Which is where YOU come in.  At the VERY least, you should call or email YOUR Congressperson.  If he/she visits your area, go if at all possible and SPEAK.  

Why?  Because it's YOUR right - don't throw it away!

national/world - Zooey Zephyr calls on trans people to 'plant the flag of joy' against Donald Trump (exclusive)

Ryan Adamczeski

Advocate

 Zooey Zephyr

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Ohio - Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signs bill to restrict bathroom access for transgender students

Haley BeMiller

The Columbus Dispatch

Gov. Mike DeWine (R-OH)

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Jesse Watters Believes Stigmatizing The Homeless Will Solve The Problem (video)

 Credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnP0WzNYcRM

ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

https://www.youtube.com/@revedtrevors4961/featured 

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Maine - Dahlia Verrill, Falmouth: Advocate for trans athletes aims ‘to bridge divides and build community’

Steve Craig

Portland Press Herald

Falmouth, ME (1917)

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Should I Stay Or Should I Leave My Church? (video)

 

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ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

https://www.youtube.com/@revedtrevors4961/featured 

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Transgender folks and allies - raise your voice - email or phone!!!

 

Muscle Shoals,  AL

(part of AL-4 (Robert Aderholt))

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ezs note:  Here in Connecticut, things are really OK for me.  Even with Trump coming in the White House, there is a solid wall protecting me and others.  However, I realize that things aren't so lucky for others.  Not all Republicans are so dense - but they make up a LARGE majority.  Which is where YOU come in.  At the VERY least, you should call or email YOUR Congressperson.  If he/she visits your area, go if at all possible and SPEAK.  

Why?  Because it's YOUR right - don't throw it away!

national/world - A Missouri judge says a law banning surgery, medications for transgender minors is constitutional

Summer Ballentine

AP

Columbia, MO

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North Dakota - North Dakota seeks dismissal of lawsuit over health care for transgender youth

Mary Steurer

North Dakota Monitor

Bismarck, ND

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Be Mindful Of Where You Cast Your Pearls; Some People Just Want Drama (video)

 

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ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

https://www.youtube.com/@revedtrevors4961/featured 

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Transgender folks and allies - raise your voice - email or phone!!!

 

Weaver, AL

(part of AL-3 (Mike Rogers))

ezs note:  Here in Connecticut, things are really OK for me.  Even with Trump coming in the White House, there is a solid wall protecting me and others.  However, I realize that things aren't so lucky for others.  Not all Republicans are so dense - but they make up a LARGE majority.  Which is where YOU come in.  At the VERY least, you should call or email YOUR Congressperson.  If he/she visits your area, go if at all possible and SPEAK.  

Why?  Because it's YOUR right - don't throw it away!

national/world - Trump reportedly plans to kick trans troops out of the military within days of inauguration

Alex Woodward, Oliver O'Connell

Independent

Fairchild AFB

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ezs note:  If you live in the friendlier states, you may be able to join the National Guard or Air National Guard.  See the office to flesh out the benefits and details.  

New Jersey - New Jersey Assembly Members Honor Transgender Day of Remembrance in Asbury Park

Matt Doherty

TAP into Asbury Park

Asbury Park, NJ

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From The Prosperity Gospel To MAGA; Gospels Of Self (video)

 

 Credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-pAogq2h_U

ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

https://www.youtube.com/@revedtrevors4961/featured 

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Transgender folks and allies - tell your views - email or phone!!!

 

Andalusia, AL

(part of AL-2 (Barry Moore))

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ezs note:  Here in Connecticut, things are really OK for me.  Even with Trump coming in the White House, there is a solid wall protecting me and others.  However, I realize that things aren't so lucky for others.  Not all Republicans are so dense - but they make up a LARGE majority.  Which is where YOU come in.  At the VERY least, you should call or email YOUR Congressperson.  If he/she visits your area, go if at all possible and SPEAK.  

Why?  Because it's YOUR right - don't throw it away!

national/world - Missoula transgender lawmaker on Capitol Hill's bathroom ban: 'Do not cede ground'

Staff

KPAX

Missoula, MT

(home of Zooey Zephyr)

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Kentucky - Lexington scores near top in the country for LGBTQ rights; gets highest mark in KY

Beth Musgrave

Lexington Herald-Leader

Lexington, KY

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please press:  kentucky.com

“Why Are You Picking On Franklin Graham???” (video)

 

Credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fubTjGDHBXw

ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

https://www.youtube.com/@revedtrevors4961/featured 

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Tell your views!!! Email or phone!!!

 

Mobile, AL

(part of AL-1 (Jerry Carl))

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ezs note:  Here in Connecticut, things are really OK for me.  Even with Trump coming in the White House, there is a solid wall protecting me and others.  However, I realize that things aren't so lucky for others.  Not all Republicans are so dense - but they make up a LARGE majority.  Which is where YOU come in.  At the VERY least, you should call or email YOUR Congressperson.  If he/she visits your area, go if at all possible and SPEAK.  

Why?  Because it's YOUR right - don't throw it away!

national/world - Boston man charged in attack on transgender woman on a train

Minyvonne Burke

NBC News

Boston, MA (Maverick station)

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please press:  nbcnews.com

Wisconsin - Watertown School District changes transgender privacy, bathroom, sports policy

Corrinne Hess

MPR

Watertown, WI

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please press:  wpr.org

Aren't We Supposed To Protect The Children? (video)

Credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-8SjRZ3qKk

ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

https://www.youtube.com/@revedtrevors4961/featured 

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New Jersey - NJ districts defend policies state says would 'out' transgender students to parents

Mary Ann Koruth

northjersey.com

Hanover Township, NJ

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please press:  northjersey.com

ezs note:  To the nitwit who carried the "parental rights" placard - when I was young, a man beat the crap out of a 5-year -old child.  His "offense"?  Accidentally wetting his underwear.  Oh, but he knew 'best'.  Riiiiiiiiiight.

Learning From A Nasty Email... (video)

Credit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJ-MgD5YyxM&t=10s

ezs note:  I ran across Rev. Ed Trevors, who gave me a breath of fresh air.  Unfortunately, most of what passes off as 'Christianity' is pure BS. Fortunately, though, Ed saves the day. I may not see every line from side to side (he is a [real] Christian, I am a Baha'i), but, geez, this guy is good. I'll do my bit to promote him. 

By the way, if you're free, Ed broadcasts live on 1) most Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and 2) most Wednesday afternoons at 12:00 pm (Eastern time). (other time zones will vary) If you click on in the times indicated. you'll see a little bloggette in the upper corner indicating "Church Without Walls" and today's date.  Click in this area, and with luck, you'll be in!  The correct address will be:

https://www.youtube.com/@revedtrevors4961/featured 

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