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In Springfield, Ohio — a city transformed by Haitian immigrants — Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separations crisis. 19thnews.org/2025/12/spri...
The Ohio grandma racing to help Haitian parents protect children as more deportations near
In Springfield, a city transformed by Haitian immigrants, Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separation crisis.
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December 15, 2025 at 1:59 PM
In Springfield, Ohio — a city transformed by Haitian immigrants — Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separations crisis. 19thnews.org/2025/12/spri...
Rob Reiner — who was found dead along with his wife, Michele — cofounded the American Foundation for Equal Rights, which led the fight against California's Prop. 8.
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Rob Reiner was a fierce advocate for marriage equality
The esteemed filmmaker — who was found dead along with his wife, Michele — cofounded the American Foundation for Equal Rights, which led the fight against California's Prop. 8.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Rob Reiner — who was found dead along with his wife, Michele — cofounded the American Foundation for Equal Rights, which led the fight against California's Prop. 8.
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The problem, the experts said, is that nobody has been listening to men.
There’s a testosterone crisis, the FDA says — for cisgender men
The government disapproves of the hormone for transgender people but is enthusiastic about what it could do for cisgender men.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:43 PM
The problem, the experts said, is that nobody has been listening to men.
In Springfield, a city transformed by Haitian immigrants, Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separations crisis.
The Ohio grandma racing to help Haitian parents protect children as more deportations near
In Springfield, a city transformed by Haitian immigrants, Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separation crisis.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:15 PM
In Springfield, a city transformed by Haitian immigrants, Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separations crisis.
On December 30, 1975, Minneapolis became the first city to adopt a trans-inclusive LGBTQ+ non-discrimination ordinance. Fifty years later, the U.S. still lacks similar protections on a federal level. https://bit.ly/4aAEWLF
50 years ago, Minneapolis redefined LGBTQ+ rights
On December 30, 1975, just before the New Year, the city council passed trans-inclusive protections unlike anything the U.S. has been able to achieve.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:25 PM
On December 30, 1975, Minneapolis became the first city to adopt a trans-inclusive LGBTQ+ non-discrimination ordinance. Fifty years later, the U.S. still lacks similar protections on a federal level. https://bit.ly/4aAEWLF
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“I’m the town crier, literally and figuratively. That’s all I seem to do these days,” Rollins told The 19th during a recent interview.
The Ohio grandma racing to help Haitian parents protect children as more deportations near
In Springfield, a city transformed by Haitian immigrants, Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separation crisis.
19thnews.org
December 15, 2025 at 2:36 PM
“I’m the town crier, literally and figuratively. That’s all I seem to do these days,” Rollins told The 19th during a recent interview.
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There is a family separations crisis that has already begun in Springfield, Ohio.
19thnews.org/2025/12/spri...
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The Ohio grandma racing to help Haitian parents protect children as more deportations near
In Springfield, a city transformed by Haitian immigrants, Casey Rollins says she feels like the “town crier” warning of a looming family separation crisis.
19thnews.org
December 15, 2025 at 2:06 PM
There is a family separations crisis that has already begun in Springfield, Ohio.
19thnews.org/2025/12/spri...
19thnews.org/2025/12/spri...
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Gender affirming care, but only for cis people I guess. 19thnews.org/2025/12/test...
There’s a testosterone crisis, the FDA says — for cisgender men
The government disapproves of the hormone for transgender people but is enthusiastic about what it could do for cisgender men.
19thnews.org
December 12, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Gender affirming care, but only for cis people I guess. 19thnews.org/2025/12/test...
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For too long, hormone therapy has been inaccessible for cisgender men — or so said clinicians, professors and a pharmaceutical CEO gathered this week by the FDA.
So, HRT for everybody, right? ... Right guys?
So, HRT for everybody, right? ... Right guys?
There’s a testosterone crisis, the FDA says — for cisgender men
The government disapproves of the hormone for transgender people but is enthusiastic about what it could do for cisgender men.
19thnews.org
December 12, 2025 at 4:18 PM
For too long, hormone therapy has been inaccessible for cisgender men — or so said clinicians, professors and a pharmaceutical CEO gathered this week by the FDA.
So, HRT for everybody, right? ... Right guys?
So, HRT for everybody, right? ... Right guys?
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Every time you see reports of children being quarantined because of exposure or infection to measles, the ripple effect is not just on health but the economy: Kids have to stay away from the child care centers and schools that help ensure families can work and pay bills: 19thnews.org/2025/07/meas...
When measles hits day cares, there are more than just health concerns
Children’s health is the most immediate challenge amid an exposure, but parents are grappling with tough choices and quarantines.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Every time you see reports of children being quarantined because of exposure or infection to measles, the ripple effect is not just on health but the economy: Kids have to stay away from the child care centers and schools that help ensure families can work and pay bills: 19thnews.org/2025/07/meas...
Experts at Wednesday’s FDA panel presented a unified view of testosterone. The White House has denounced hormone replacement therapy when used by trans people. But cisgender people rely on hormone therapy, too. And some men clearly want more of it. https://bit.ly/48AlgWF
There’s a testosterone crisis, the FDA says — for cisgender men
The government disapproves of the hormone for transgender people but is enthusiastic about what it could do for cisgender men.
bit.ly
December 12, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Experts at Wednesday’s FDA panel presented a unified view of testosterone. The White House has denounced hormone replacement therapy when used by trans people. But cisgender people rely on hormone therapy, too. And some men clearly want more of it. https://bit.ly/48AlgWF
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If you're not familiar with @19thnews.org, we're an independent, nonprofit newsroom reporting on issues affecting women and LGBTQ+ people with heart and deep care.
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December 11, 2025 at 10:46 PM
If you're not familiar with @19thnews.org, we're an independent, nonprofit newsroom reporting on issues affecting women and LGBTQ+ people with heart and deep care.
We have one day left in our Year-End Impact Drive. Every little bit helps, and we would so appreciate your support!
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The 19th is excited to announce that Hannah Bernstein is joining the audience team as our first-ever audience growth manager!
Learn more about Hannah and the role:
Learn more about Hannah and the role:
Hannah Bernstein joins The 19th as our new audience growth manager
Bernstein will lead cross-functional strategies to connect with and expand our audiences.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:34 PM
The 19th is excited to announce that Hannah Bernstein is joining the audience team as our first-ever audience growth manager!
Learn more about Hannah and the role:
Learn more about Hannah and the role:
Trump’s memo to review other countries’ childhood vaccine schedules has no legal power but it signals a public endorsement of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s actions so far on vaccine policy.
Some countries recommend fewer childhood vaccines. That plan is riskier in America.
Comparing the United States’ childhood vaccine schedule to other countries doesn't consider the lack of universal health care, vaccine experts say.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Trump’s memo to review other countries’ childhood vaccine schedules has no legal power but it signals a public endorsement of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s actions so far on vaccine policy.
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"We need to show up for each other and protect each other and send each other love, because we all belong, and I want all of us here, and I will not be quiet about that.”
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“Love is an act of resistance, and our community is so brave and resilient.”
For @thebarbedwire.com and the @19thnews.org: Welcome to the Big Queer Wedding Party, a joyous and defiant glitter-soaked party where ten couples from around Texas (& Oklahoma!) got married or renewed their vows.
For @thebarbedwire.com and the @19thnews.org: Welcome to the Big Queer Wedding Party, a joyous and defiant glitter-soaked party where ten couples from around Texas (& Oklahoma!) got married or renewed their vows.
‘Love is the Only Motherf****** Way’: Big Queer Wedding Party Celebrates LGBTQ+ Joy and Resilience in Texas
the flower-filled Austin event honored the queer community’s commitment to “hold each other up” in dark times.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:25 PM
"We need to show up for each other and protect each other and send each other love, because we all belong, and I want all of us here, and I will not be quiet about that.”
My latest, for @19thnews.org and @thebarbedwire.com...
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I was able to interview Indigenous photographer Cara Romero about her stunning art in her "First American Doll" series.
If you need a visual pick-me-up this is it.
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If you need a visual pick-me-up this is it.
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She reimagined dolls for her daughter — and defied stereotypes about Indigenous women
In her “First American Doll” series, Indigenous photographer Cara Romero showcases the diversity of tribes and their unique regalia and cultural histories.
19thnews.org
December 11, 2025 at 4:18 PM
I was able to interview Indigenous photographer Cara Romero about her stunning art in her "First American Doll" series.
If you need a visual pick-me-up this is it.
19thnews.org/2025/12/firs...
If you need a visual pick-me-up this is it.
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This single mom is squeezed by LA’s cost of living. Now she’s running for mayor.
Progressive housing advocate Rae Huang is challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor, promising free transit and social housing.
Progressive housing advocate Rae Huang is challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor, promising free transit and social housing.
This single mom is squeezed by LA's cost of living. Now she's running for mayor
Progressive housing advocate Rae Huang is challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor, promising free transit and social housing.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:24 PM
This single mom is squeezed by LA’s cost of living. Now she’s running for mayor.
Progressive housing advocate Rae Huang is challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor, promising free transit and social housing.
Progressive housing advocate Rae Huang is challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor, promising free transit and social housing.
If elected, Rae Huang would be the city’s first Asian-American woman mayor — a progressive challenging Karen Bass, Los Angeles’ first woman mayor, from the left.
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This single mom is squeezed by LA's cost of living. Now she's running for mayor.
Progressive housing advocate and single mom Rae Huang is challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor, promising free transit and social housing.
19thnews.org
December 11, 2025 at 5:56 PM
If elected, Rae Huang would be the city’s first Asian-American woman mayor — a progressive challenging Karen Bass, Los Angeles’ first woman mayor, from the left.
This story was reported in partnership with @lapublicpress.bsky.social:
This story was reported in partnership with @lapublicpress.bsky.social:
Cara Romero is a photographer, artist and an enrolled member of the Chemehuevi Indian Tribe. She created a photo series called “First American Doll” that defies the stereotypical Native American dolls she grew up seeing at truck stops by showcasing the diversity of tribes. https://bit.ly/4rRrj0D
December 11, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Cara Romero is a photographer, artist and an enrolled member of the Chemehuevi Indian Tribe. She created a photo series called “First American Doll” that defies the stereotypical Native American dolls she grew up seeing at truck stops by showcasing the diversity of tribes. https://bit.ly/4rRrj0D
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December 11, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Want to fund independent media for women and LGBTQ+ people? There's still time — our newsroom's year-end impact drive is almost over, and your help matters more than ever. Just $10 goes a long way!
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The latest iternation of the Protect Children's Innocence Act dangerously conflates trans health care with female genital mutilation and cutting. That has made it more difficult to pass laws trying to actually stop FGM/C, an extreme form of gender violence.
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December 10, 2025 at 11:32 PM
The latest iternation of the Protect Children's Innocence Act dangerously conflates trans health care with female genital mutilation and cutting. That has made it more difficult to pass laws trying to actually stop FGM/C, an extreme form of gender violence.
19thnews.org/2025/10/anti...
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Christine Choy, a pioneering Asian-American documentary filmmaker, died December 7 at age 73. She was one of the first Asian-American women nominated for the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. Remembered by Wynton Wong for @19thnews.org
Christine Choy, pioneering Asian American documentary filmmaker, dies at 73
Choy directed the seminal documentary, “Who Killed Vincent Chin?” and was an outspoken advocate for BIPOC storytellers.
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December 11, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Christine Choy, a pioneering Asian-American documentary filmmaker, died December 7 at age 73. She was one of the first Asian-American women nominated for the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. Remembered by Wynton Wong for @19thnews.org