charlotteclymer

charlotteclymer, 1 day ago to random

"I spent the entire weekend with Idaho Democrats, and I found myself in awe of their dedication, kindness, and unyielding pride in Democratic values. They did not feel sorry for themselves. They did not make excuses. They had no time for pity."

READ: https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/remarks-to-bonneville-county-democrats

charlotteclymer, 1 day ago to random

This past weekend, I traveled to Bonneville County, Idaho, to deliver the keynote speech at their Truman Dinner.

Here are my full remarks, and I mean every damn word.

READ: https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/remarks-to-bonneville-county-democrats

charlotteclymer, 6 days ago to random

Republican Congressman Rich McCormick, who believes trans rights are bad for American families, has filed for divorce from his wife of 12 years (and mother of their seven children) after revelation of his alleged affair with Republican Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne, who also believes trans rights are bad for American families.

charlotteclymer, 6 days ago to random

Nothing says innocence like having Lauren Boebert and Matt Gaetz show up to your criminal trial in solidarity.

charlotteclymer, 8 days ago to random

"My father and I spent my early high school years privately worrying over the same ballpark problem but from very different angles. He was worried, without ever saying so out loud, that he had a gay son – his firstborn, no less. Technically speaking, he was worried over a problem that didn’t exist."

Read: https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/the-unexpected-blessing-of-a-locked

charlotteclymer, 8 days ago to random

Today, we pause to remember Urvashi Vaid, our beloved Team LPAC founder whose relentless pursuit of justice and equality moved us all. Her spirit and dedication inspire us daily. Let's honor her memory by electing more queer women: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/lpac

charlotteclymer, 8 days ago to random

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charlotteclymer, 9 days ago to random

"We have to know that sometimes people will open the door for you and leave it open. Sometimes they won’t, and then you need to kick that fucking door down."

-- Vice President Kamala Harris

I am absolutely here for this.

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charlotteclymer, 9 days ago to random

"The Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has for years overseen a secret police force in Gaza that conducted surveillance on everyday Palestinians and built files on young people, journalists and those who questioned the government..."

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/13/world/europe/secret-hamas-files-palestinians.html

charlotteclymer, 9 days ago to random

"My father and I spent my early high school years privately worrying over the same ballpark problem but from very different angles. He was worried, without ever saying so out loud, that he had a gay son – his firstborn, no less. Technically speaking, he was worried over a problem that didn’t exist."

https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/the-unexpected-blessing-of-a-locked

charlotteclymer, 12 days ago to random

The only newsletter you'll ever read that combines Kenny G, the menswear guy, a show about Lincoln, the National Organization for Women, and the fact that I've never been to Idaho. And it's all delightful. Very much worth your time.

READ: https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/five-things-you-should-know-5a4

charlotteclymer, 12 days ago to random

"Ms. Beletsky has achieved a wholly fresh take on the assassination, emphasizing the unsung heroes and lost storylines that were overshadowed in the years following this moment of horrific trauma for the country. The result is riveting, insightful, and deeply moving."

READ: https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/five-things-you-should-know-5a4

charlotteclymer, 17 days ago to random

Love this story on Texas A&M walk-on Sam Salz:

"For night games, he walks more than a mile from his apartment to Kyle Field. There are workers by the entrance who let him into the building — he can’t use his thumbprint scanners on Shabbat — and he finishes out the sabbath in the team rooms. He studies Torah, eats a meal and then gets suited up while the sun goes down."

https://theathletic.com/5457913/2024/05/02/sam-salz-texas-am-football-shabbat/

charlotteclymer, 18 days ago to random

I'm proud to be an American. It's often hard and there are sure as hell a lot of problems that need fixing and a lot of valid critiques, but I really do love this country. Sometimes, I think it's important to say that out loud. I love America.

charlotteclymer, 20 days ago to random

I am so damn grateful Joe Biden is president right now. I can't begin to imagine how much worse this entire situation would be if Trump were in office. Thank god we have an experienced leader who understands how necessary it is to reject extremes and focus on the big picture.

charlotteclymer, 29 days ago to random

Get used to seeing news like this. They're openly going after transgender adults for no reason other than our existence.

Gov. Greg Abbott Wants to ‘End’ Trans Teachers Expressing Their Gender in Texas
https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/greg-abbott-trans-teachers-texas-1235008156/

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

"These protestors aren’t thinking of the people most affected by their dangerous stunts on roadways. Because it’s not those in power who will suffer. It’s not those making decisions over Gaza who will be most impacted. Those folks will be fine. If anything, it helps them."

https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/blocking-traffic-as-protest-is-bad

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

"It is incredibly privileged to intentionally harm innocent people, to decide that their medical emergencies are unimportant, to place their suffering on hold, for what is essentially peak activist narcissism."

READ HERE: https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/blocking-traffic-as-protest-is-bad

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

"The other half of the fun is that Sean Evans, in my estimation, is one of the best interviewers working today. His questions are so thoughtful and so interesting and always geared toward fascinating conversation, brimming with curiosity."

READ HERE: https://charlotteclymer.substack.com/p/five-things-you-should-know-19e

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

President Biden: [walks a bit slowly]

Trump: [literally falls asleep in court where he's being tried on criminal charges]

Political media: "Many people are saying President Biden's age is very concerning."

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

I am so goddamn exhausted with living through history.

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

A lot of much smarter folks will have other things to say about the legacy of O.J. Simpson, but I will say this:

His murder trial marks a pivotal moment in the decline of American broadcast news. It accelerated in our media environment an unapologetic centering of flash over substance, spin over good faith, and provocation over consideration.

It permanently damaged broadcast news in ways from which it has never recovered, nor have we.

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

There is no middle ground on the basic right to abortion care. Either you believe women should control their own bodies, or you believe the government should control women's bodies. That's it. Anti-choice hypocrites want us to believe it's murky, but it's not. It's that simple.

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

If we give this election our all and work together, President Biden and Vice President Harris will be reelected. Guaranteed.

charlotteclymer, 1 month ago to random

Don't make today about yourselves. It's not about you.

Today is the moon's moment in the sun.