One year ago I stepped outside as Nora for the first time, to attend a small local parade. I was so nervous and uncertain, just a few months into my surprise gender journey.
This year I returned to the parade so much more confident in the person I’m becoming. Now I’m practically reveling in the uncertainty of the future, because whatever happens, I get to meet it as my true self.
The idea of selling my home in Texas and moving elsewhere is unappealing at sixty-something years of age. I was born in the northeastern US and lived there until moving to Texas with my parents when I was just 5 years old. I have always had mixed feelings about that move. But 30+ years ago Texas conservatism was more about economics than race, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Way back when, many Texas conservatives seemed to hold a live-and-let-live attitude that I could tolerate even as a lifelong liberal. But either they have changed or Texas conservatives are simply being more open about their bigotry than before. Texas conservatives no longer have qualms about interfering in the personal lives of others when doing so aligns with their own biases. Maybe Trump has enabled that, or Republicans have gradually enabled more of that since Ronald Reagan was president. As the father of an adult transgender daughter with special needs who relies on me for support, I understand why she feels not only unwelcome but outright unsafe in Texas. The results of the 2024 presidential election may determine whether I merely feel the need to move to a blue state or leave the country entirely. This decision is really weighing on me. But my ancestors immigrated to the USA from Europe and my parents relocated to Texas from the northeast. Maybe it is time for my family to move someplace where we would be happier.
Former president Trump plans to reverse Biden's expansion of Title IX protections for transgender students if re-elected, posing a severe risk to their safety and rights.
A dear friend of mine is experiencing homelessness after coming out as trans. Any help in boosting or sharing, or donations will help her make it to her destination where help and support are waiting
Trans people have always been here, but too often our histories are hidden.
Have you heard of Jim McHarris? He was born in 1924 and socially transitioned in his early teens. He moved around a lot, but then decided to settle in Kosciusko, Mississippi. Unfortunately, other residents of the town soon discovered Jim’s gender history and he moved on once again.
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Former President Trump said Friday he would roll back transgender student protections enacted last month by the Biden administration “on day one” of his presidency if he is reelected in November.
please help moo with his monthly food and bills! he's disabled & has been unable to find a job for years. he's stuck in a housing situation where people steal his food. anything helps!
“I want to tell you a story. The words I want to say have not been created yet. I can only show it to you by how I dress, the way I flatten my chest. I'll give you an indication of what to call me.”
Help #trans people. We're doing an educational video and need the help of a #voice actor. Must do American accent of some sort, and ideally an older person. If you are willing to help, please #volunteer by pinging us here. #transrightsarehumanrights#video
Hey everyone! I need urgent help! I live in a neglectful house and my mom and family are transphobic and neglectful. I am poor and disabled and dont have money to afford basic necessities, i need money urgently to afford to live. I have ADHD and potential OCD. I am unable to get a job and i need money to afford to transition as well as afford new glasses and other things like medical treatment. Please help me urgently! I need the money!!!! Please!!!!!!!!!
pls donate like 150$ everyone, i need a bike and bike lock so i can have transportation so i can go to the blood bank so i can sell my blood for cash so i can afford more important things 🥺🥺🥺