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Ms Magma
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msmagma.bsky.social
Can we make the DFL better? I hope so, because the state party SUCKS. The refusal to protect our trans siblings as a clearly stated part of our party platform (and internal code of conduct) is one glaring example.
dexanderson.com Dex Anderson @dexanderson.com · 7d
Hi Minnesotan Bluesky:

The DFL has a well-known transphobia problem. I'm organizing to change the party platform in 2026 to be explicitly supportive of trans people in Minnesota. This will provide a basis for expelling transphobia from our party.

Join me: abetterdfl.org.
A blue and white gradient with the words "The DFL has a transphobia problem. And we're gonna fix it."
November 9, 2025 at 10:44 PM
msmagma.bsky.social
In contrast to Richard Carlbom’s substance-free, platitude-heavy email, MN DFL Outreach Officer Quentin Wathum-Ocama sent a real response; one which echoes the frustration that many of us feel.
stargays.bsky.social luna stargays 🏳️‍⚧️ @stargays.bsky.social · Sep 20
(1/2) MN DFL Outreach and Inclusion Officer @quentinocama.bsky.social just sent a much, much better response to this situation. We're lucky to have him and I hope his hard work has positive results.
I wanted to add my own words to what has already been said, because this matters deeply to me I want to be unequivocal when I say: transphobia has no place in our party. Trans and non-binary people are under unprecedented assault, politically, legally, and personally, which makes it all the more important that we walk the walk, not just talk the talk, as a party. I was not a participant at the Feminist Caucus annual meeting, but to any and all trans and non-binary DFLers who walked away from that meeting (and the subsequent follow-up communications) feeling disrespected, unseen, and discriminated against, I want to offer my sincere apology as a leader in this party. I want to acknowledge that rea party. I want to acknowledge that real and lasting harm was caused by some of the conduct of the Feminist Caucus leadership, and that it is incumbent upon all of us, as leaders of the party, to create an environment where that harm can be addressed and where healing is possible. I also offer my commitment—as Outreach Officer and Co-Chair of the Outreach and Inclusion Committee—to work in conjunction with our trans and non-binary activists, Stonewall DFL, staff, other party officers, and party leadership to ensure the DFL is a more welcoming and inclusive space for all. As stated, I’m already working on several steps to increase inclusivity, and next week I plan to have an in-depth conversation with Stonewall DFL to plan next steps with the caucus. I’m always willing to work with any of you all—listening to your input and lived experience to guide my work carefully—and I’ll be the first to acknowledge that I have blind spots. If there’s something I’m missing, please tell me; I will listen, learn, and act where I can. For me, this work looks like ongoing education and training, clear accountability when respect is violated, intentional inclusion of trans and non-binary voices at every level, and practical supports that make sure every DFLer can fully belong.
September 20, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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stargays.bsky.social
(1/2) MN DFL Outreach and Inclusion Officer @quentinocama.bsky.social just sent a much, much better response to this situation. We're lucky to have him and I hope his hard work has positive results.
I wanted to add my own words to what has already been said, because this matters deeply to me I want to be unequivocal when I say: transphobia has no place in our party. Trans and non-binary people are under unprecedented assault, politically, legally, and personally, which makes it all the more important that we walk the walk, not just talk the talk, as a party. I was not a participant at the Feminist Caucus annual meeting, but to any and all trans and non-binary DFLers who walked away from that meeting (and the subsequent follow-up communications) feeling disrespected, unseen, and discriminated against, I want to offer my sincere apology as a leader in this party. I want to acknowledge that rea party. I want to acknowledge that real and lasting harm was caused by some of the conduct of the Feminist Caucus leadership, and that it is incumbent upon all of us, as leaders of the party, to create an environment where that harm can be addressed and where healing is possible. I also offer my commitment—as Outreach Officer and Co-Chair of the Outreach and Inclusion Committee—to work in conjunction with our trans and non-binary activists, Stonewall DFL, staff, other party officers, and party leadership to ensure the DFL is a more welcoming and inclusive space for all. As stated, I’m already working on several steps to increase inclusivity, and next week I plan to have an in-depth conversation with Stonewall DFL to plan next steps with the caucus. I’m always willing to work with any of you all—listening to your input and lived experience to guide my work carefully—and I’ll be the first to acknowledge that I have blind spots. If there’s something I’m missing, please tell me; I will listen, learn, and act where I can. For me, this work looks like ongoing education and training, clear accountability when respect is violated, intentional inclusion of trans and non-binary voices at every level, and practical supports that make sure every DFLer can fully belong.
September 20, 2025 at 12:16 AM
msmagma.bsky.social
Richard Carlbom, MN DFL Chair has responded to the Open Letter to State DFL Leadership in Response to Transphobic Behavior by Leadership of the Feminist Caucus. It sounded like AI wrote it, so I’m wondering if you can pick the real one from Chat GPT’s versions (here are my prompts).
September 19, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Reposted by Ms Magma
hsilsbee.bsky.social
Update for signers: we'll be collecting signatures through the rest of the weekend and sending the letter and evidence to DFL Party Leadership on Monday morning!

We are at more than 700 signers from across the state, including several elected officials. We are *truly* blown away, y'all! 😭💜🥰
stargays.bsky.social luna stargays 🏳️‍⚧️ @stargays.bsky.social · Sep 13
Thank you to everyone who's signed our letter to the DFL so far! The response has blown me away! If you live in MN, are aligned with DFL principles, and would like to condemn transphobia within the party, please sign here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
September 13, 2025 at 5:08 PM
msmagma.bsky.social
I can’t quite grapple with this fully yet…
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August 29, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Fellow late-diagnosis ADHDers:
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August 29, 2025 at 6:36 PM
msmagma.bsky.social
Is there some kind of joke to be made from Trump being a convicted FELON and us being able to also say F ELON to his anointed government-dismantler? I feel like there should be, but I can’t quite get there.

Surely someone has already come up with something from that?
February 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM
msmagma.bsky.social
Nothing says “Make America Great Again” like fucking over our veterans (who are served by the federal agency that employs the most people) and employs a significantly higher share of vets than the general workforce… 1/2
January 29, 2025 at 5:37 AM
msmagma.bsky.social
THIS OMG
January 23, 2025 at 4:33 AM
msmagma.bsky.social
Job creator! Amirite?!?
(I mean…civil servants aren’t actually people, right?)
January 23, 2025 at 3:23 AM
msmagma.bsky.social
And this is just sad.
IMLS: he’s still gonna do his best to gut you if not downright dismantle you… but I guess it was worth a shot.
January 23, 2025 at 3:21 AM
msmagma.bsky.social
A story in three parts
January 23, 2025 at 3:16 AM