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We are Human Rights Campaign: Houston! By empowering and mobilizing people at the grassroots level, HRC Houston aims to create impactful change, providing advocacy for HRC’s mission and work on the ground.
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While Trump and Republicans continue to use SNAP as a bargaining chip, 1 in 5 LGBTQ+ high schoolers reported they went hungry in the last 30 days.

No one should have to worry about putting food on their table. Congress needs to hear how their inaction will hurt you. Share your story: hrc.im/SNAP
An informative poster from HRC featuring the statistic "1 out of 5 LGBTQ+ reported going hungry in the last 30 days because there wasn't enough food at home." Includes stylized figures on a blue background.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 1d
Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans are playing politics with your food.

Don’t be fooled by their lies: They CAN fund November’s SNAP benefits and negotiate to reopen the government.Congress needs to hear how their inaction will hurt you. Share your story in the comments or here: hrc.im/SNAP
Navy blue and black gradient background with bold white and yellow text reading, "If Donald Trump and Republicans continue to refuse to negotiate or give emergency funds to SNAP: 2.1 million LGBTQ+ people, 250,000 trans people will lose the ability to feed their families." A yellow box with a white border appears in the bottom right corner with navy blue text reading, "TELL YOUR STORY: HRC.IM/SNAP." HRC logo appears in top right corner.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 1d
National Coming Out Day isn’t just about visibility — it’s about POWER.

Missed our #NationalComingOutDay event earlier this month? Learn how to harness YOUR power in this critical moment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBZikjPiDIQ&t=21sb
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 15h
Q: What’s the scariest thing you can be this Halloween?

A: An unregistered voter. 👻

VIRGINIA and CALIFORNIA offer same-day voter registration! Check your voter registration status today: vote.org/voter-registration-deadlines/
The scariest thing you can be for Halloween is an unregistered voter.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 2d
In lieu of flowers, Lia’s family asks that donations be made in her memory to the Prism Center for Queer and Trans Life at Middlebury College, which supports LGBTQ+ students on campus: engage.middlebury.edu/give-to-prism
Give to honor Lia Smith’s memory - Middlebury
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 2d
We HAVE to show up how Dallas did on our #AmericanDreamsTour stop.

We’ll never stop fighting and we need YOU. Add your voice and join the movement for equality: hrc.im/millionvoices
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Houston Public Media @houstonpublicmedia.bsky.social · 2d
Texas voters are weighing in on proposed amendments to the state constitution. We've broken down all 17 ballot measures – what they mean and who's behind them – that will decide everything from property taxes to disciplining judges.
Your guide to all of Texas’ proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot this November
We've broken down all 17 ballot measures – what they mean and who's behind them – that will decide everything from property taxes to disciplining judges.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 7d
We built this country.

Our fight for equality will not be deterred by a WANNABE KING. We must ensure America lives up to its ideals by talking to our neighbors, organizing our communities, and taking action.

Get started in your area: hrc.im/InYourArea
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 9d
Reports of rising mpox cases come at the same time that the Trump administration is stigmatizing and defunding health care for LGBTQ+ people.

We need our community to protect one another by sharing vital information and prioritizing our collective health and safety: 🧵 (1/4)

hrc.im/mpox
Light blue to navy blue gradient with bold yellow and white text reading, "What is mpox? Mpox is a serious, viral disease that can cause fever, body aches, and a painful rash. Spread of mpox is not limited by gender or sexuality." HRC logo appears in top right corner.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 8d
On November 7, the Supreme Court will privately consider whether to take up a case that involves marriage equality. We are closely monitoring this development and we will never stop fighting for our rights and freedoms.

Here’s what you need to know. 🧵
A pink to yellow gradient background with black text on ripped white paper reading, "ADVOCATE, Breaking: U.S. Supreme Court to consider whether to revisit marriage equality." White and yellow bold text below reads, "We'll never stop fighting to keep marriage equality the law of the land." Red HRC marriage equality logo appears.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 8d
It isn’t just about Pride. It’s about our collective power.

Our movement needs to hear EVERYONE’s stories to change hearts, minds, and policies.

Read more from @advocate.com + @kelleyjrobinson.bsky.social: https://www.advocate.com/news/kelley-robinson-hrc-president-interview
On a blue gradient background with HRC logo and image of Kelley Robinson, white and yellow text reads, "If they can criminalize trans existence, immigrants are next, and Black people are already on the chopping block. We're not going to get ahead by leaving anyone behind." Attributed to Kelley Robinson, HRC President.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 8d
What are YOUR main priorities? Share your vision for a pro-equality future with us today: hrc.im/millionvoices
One Million Voices for Equality
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 9d
This week’s arguments in Shilling v. Trump affirmed what we already knew to be true: there’s no basis for Trump’s trans military ban — just cruelty and discrimination.

The Ninth Circuit must block the so-called “Hegseth Policy” banning trans people from serving in the military.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 10d
“We don’t take an oath to an individual. We take an oath to the Constitution.”

As retired Navy commander Shawn Skelly shared, the oath she took can be summed up in two words: NO KINGS! Keep the momentum going by getting involved in your community: https://bit.ly/42iDdWa
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 11d
Together with @lambdalegal.org, we’re fighting back against Trump’s cruel and discriminatory transgender military ban that threatens our nation’s security.

We won’t stop fighting for our brave trans servicemembers.
On a photo of a U.S. courthouse with an American flag, yellow text reads, “Lambda Legal and Human Rights Campaign Foundation urge court to affirm ruling blocking Trump Administration’s transgender military service ban.” The HRC logo appears with white lines on either side of it, and a yellow line underneath.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 11d
The right to live freely. Equal rights under the law. The safety to be ourselves. That is D.C.’s American Dream.

Use this filter and share your American Dream: hrc.im/ADTSocial
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 11d
We’ve got an ace up our sleeve…for Ace Week!

Asexuality is a sexual orientation in which people experience little or no sexual attraction to others.

Research on the asexual community is still growing — which is why our visibility is more important than ever: hrc.im/millionvoices
Gradient purple and gray text reads “Ace Week.” Ace symbol appears in the “A.” HRC logo appears.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 13d
Across the country, millions of peaceful protestors took to the streets to make a simple declaration: No Thrones. No Crowns. NO KINGS.

The pro-democracy, pro-equality majority is growing. Keep the momentum by getting involved in your area: hrc.im/InYourArea
On a translucent yellow background, the "NO KINGS" logo appears behind a collage of 15 photos of diverse protestors and signs, blue icons of the states Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maine, Illinois, Florida, Kentucky, Indiana, Delaware, Arkansas, Texas, Georgia, Kansas, Missouri, Massachusetts, DC.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 12d
That’s who he is. The morally corrupt candidate for Lt. Governor in Virginia.

Help get out the vote in Virginia to stop anti-equality politicians from attacking our freedoms: hrc.im/Volunteer
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 12d
Allies — we need you to show up now more than ever.

When we advocate for each other, our spaces become safer for EVERYONE.

Here are more key takeaways from the legendary Ginger Minj on advocacy, allyship, and protecting queer spaces: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSzGa7OASHQ
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 13d
No Thrones. No Crowns. NO KINGS.

Today, in big cities and small towns alike, millions of nonviolent protestors will take to the streets to remind Donald Trump and his authoritarian regime who holds the power: THE PEOPLE.

Make a sign, grab a friend, and find an event near you: hrc.im/Volunteer
Yellow background with No Kings logo and black text, " NO KINGS." Transgender pride flag with white and blue text, "PROTECT TRANS PEOPLE." HRC logo appears. Black background with a progressive pride flag leading to bold, white letters, "THESE COLORS DON'T RUN." HRC logo appears above pride flag. Navy blue background with off-white text reading, "WE ARE THE AMERICAN DREAM." Off-white version of the HRC logo appears.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 14d
​​Tomorrow, we take to the streets to non-violently and peacefully protest the Trump regime’s abuse of power and crackdown on our freedoms.

When we know our rights, we can defend our rights. Before attending a #NoKings rally this weekend, share this with your protest pals: hrc.im/ProtestSafety
Navy blue background with gradient photo of person holding HRC flag in front of the Supreme Court with white text reading, "Protect your safety and well-being while peacefully protesting: Preparation is Key; Know Your Environment; Stay Aware, Stay Secure; Observe, Orient, Decide, Act; Stay Informed, Stay Safe." Yellow text reading, "hrc.im/ProtectSafety." HRC logo appears. Yellow background with No Kings logo and text below reading "Know Your Rights." The bottom half of the graphic reads, "The U.S. Constitution grants all people rights. I am proud to be exercising mine. I do NOT wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign any documents. I do NOT consent to you searching me, my vehicle, or my belongings, or to you entering my home or place of business. If you have warrant by a judge or magistrate, please show it to me. If you are at my home, slide it under the door. Are you detaining me? If not, I would like to leave. If so, I would like to speak to a lawyer. Please tell me your name, the agency you work for, and your badge number. NoKings.org/KYR." Un fondo amarillo con el logo de "No Kings." debajo texto que leé "Conozca sus derechos." Debajo hay texto que leé "La Constitución otorga derechos a todas las personas. Orgullosamente ejerzo los míos. No quiero hablar con usted, ni contestar sus preguntas, ni fimar nungún documento. No consiento que registre mi persona, ni mi vehículo, ni mis cosas, ni a que entre a mi casa ni a mi negocio. Si tience una orden firmada por un juez o un magistrado, por favor muéstramela. Si está en mi casa, pásela por debajo de la puerta. ¿Me está deteniendo? Si no, quiero irme. Si sí, quiero hablar con un abogado. Por favor deme su nombre, la agencia para la que trabaja, y su número de placa." El texto inferior leé "nokings.org/KYR"
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 15d
There is nothing more American than taking to the streets to demand freedom.

Find your local No Kings action: hrc.im/volunteer
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 16d
We are daring to #DreamOutLoud.

Young Black queer students are leading this country forward. Their work is rooted in the rich legacy of HBCUs and their communities.

The American Dream is a collective vision for a world where dignity and justice belong to all of us: https://bit.ly/47aQcL6
Group of young African American sorority sisters of Sigma Gamma Rho in front a step-and-repeat poster on the campus green. A black gradient with cursive white letters with rainbow board reads, "DREAM OUT LOUD." Below in white letters, "HBCU OutLoudDay 2025." HRC Foundation logo appears. Students looking at an African American woman speaking at panel discussion. A black gradient with cursive white letters with rainbow board reads, "DREAM OUT LOUD." Below in white letters, "HBCU OutLoudDay 2025." HRC Foundation logo appears. Young African American trans woman speaks at panel discussion next to young African American man who is listening. Image is framed by a black board with text above reading "HBCU OutLoud Day 2025," and text below reading "Dream Out Loud." HRC Foundation logo appears. Group of four young African American students with HRC and Rainbow pride flags. Image is framed by a black board with text above reading "HBCU OutLoud Day 2025," and text below reading "Dream Out Loud." HRC Foundation logo appears.
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Human Rights Campaign @hrc.org · 18d
We remember trans icon and civil rights advocate Miss Major Griffin-Gracy. A pillar in our community, Miss Major's lifetime of challenging work fundamentally changed and improved the lives of so many — especially Black trans women.

Our statement from HRC President @kelleyjrobinson.bsky.social:
"All of us at the Human Rights Campaign feel a profound sense of loss at the passing of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy. She held many roles throughout her life: prison reform and civil rights activist, HIV outreach and prevention educator, executive director, executive producer. To many, though, she was best known as 'Mom' — as she mentored and looked over so many younger trans women in the community. A pillar in our community, Miss Major's lifetime of challenging work fundamentally changed and improved the lives of so many, especially Black transgender women. From Stonewall to her HIV activism to her support of so many transgender and gender nonconforming folks in the South, her legacy is powerful and lasting. We owe her a debt that can never be repaid." — Kelley Robinson. President, Human Rights Campaign
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