44 MN House Republicans back ban on transgender employees using the bathroom From thecolu.mn A striking forty-four Republicans have cosponsored a bill in the Minnesota House that would block businesses and other employers from providing gender-neutral restrooms or from enacting policies that allow transgender employees to use appropriate restrooms. The bill, like one introduced in … Continue reading Proposed Minnesota Legislation Against the Transgender Community
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MN Republicans Introduce Anti-Transgender Bill
An anti-transgender bill was introduced in the Minnesota House on Wednesday that could scale back gender-inclusive schools policies across the state if passed.You can read more about this proposed bill here. Also, Texas and Kentucky have filed new bills to restrict transgender bathroom usage. More on that here... I have a feeling this is just … Continue reading MN Republicans Introduce Anti-Transgender Bill
North Carolina’s Legislature Poised To Repeal ‘Bathroom Bill’
From NPR North Carolina's Legislature is poised to repeal the controversial "bathroom bill," after the Charlotte City Council unanimously voted to repeal its local anti-discrimination measure. The state law, called House Bill 2 or HB2, was passed in March as a direct response to that Charlotte measure — over the course of 12 hours, in … Continue reading North Carolina’s Legislature Poised To Repeal ‘Bathroom Bill’
Transgender Activist Runs for Minneapolis City Council
If elected, she would be the first transgender member of the council. From the Minneapolis Star Tribune Transgender activist Andrea Jenkins said Monday she will run for Minneapolis City Council in the 8th Ward, which will be vacated by Elizabeth Glidden, who is not running for re-election. Jenkins, a former policy aide for Glidden and … Continue reading Transgender Activist Runs for Minneapolis City Council
11 Transgender Americans Share Their Stories In HBO’s ‘The Trans List’
NPR had a fascinating preview of the upcoming HBO documentary The Trans List. Directed by acclaimed portrait photographer and filmmaker Timothy Greenfield-Sanders (HBO’s The Black List, The Out List and The Latino List, among others) and featuring interviews and an introduction by Janet Mock, The Trans List shines a light on prominent members of the … Continue reading 11 Transgender Americans Share Their Stories In HBO’s ‘The Trans List’
Explaining Being Trans to Kids
When I started going out, I was worried about what people would think of me, say to me or even do to me. But years of going out have really helped ease this tension. The last few years have been illuminating in many ways as I am constantly surprised at how little anyone cares and … Continue reading Explaining Being Trans to Kids
I’ll Go With You
The hashtag #illgowithyou is a sign of support for the transcommunity. Lord knows that using the ladies room is one of the most conflicting and difficult things a t-girl will do. And although it gets easier, it never really gets that much easier. Every ladies room in every mall, store and restaurant is different. This … Continue reading I’ll Go With You
The Pearl of Africa
I just watched the trailer for 'The Pearl of Africa', a powerful documentary about Cleo, a transwoman in Uganda who is fighting for LGBT rights. Last week I had no fear of putting on a new dress and walking down the street, tomorrow night I will be doing the same. I do this without (much) … Continue reading The Pearl of Africa
Time to Act
I wish I had comforting, positive thoughts to share about this week's devastating election...but all I have is a plea for action. The next four years are going to be very difficult. If the president-elect does everything he said he would do, people from all over the country will have their lives affected in everything … Continue reading Time to Act
Supreme Court Will Hear Case On Bathroom Rules For Transgender Students
As t-girl, I pay a lot of attention to the issue regarding bathroom use, which seems like such a silly thing to worry about and pass laws about. I've written about it and I try to stay up to date about different state laws. The law is not just about bathroom use, it's about how … Continue reading Supreme Court Will Hear Case On Bathroom Rules For Transgender Students
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