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eliothiggins.bsky.social
The “white genocide” myth began as a far-right conspiracy, but has been gradually mainstreamed through right-wing media, populist rhetoric, and selective focus on farm attacks, stripped of overt white nationalist framing but still rooted in the same distorted narrative.
atrupar.com Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · May 12
REPORTER: Why are you creating an expedited path into the country for Afrikaners but not others?

TRUMP: Because they're being killed. And we don't want to see people be killed ... it's a genocide that's taking place. Farmers are being killed. They happen to be white.
May 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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threnody.bsky.social
so, this is that. KOSA, SCREEN, internet obscenity definition act—whatever you call it—this is where trans people are declared inherently obscene.

can they do that? trans troops were just kicked out of the armed forces for being inherently deceitful & dishonorable, so probably! unless people fight.
Stop Project 2025 comic with the following speech bubbles: HI. I'M LUCY. THAT'S NOT MY REAL NAME, AND THIS ISN'T WHAT I LOOK LIKE. BUT THAT'S FINE, BECAUSE WHILE THIS IS MY STORY... IT'S ONE THAT THOUSANDS OF OTHER TRANS PEOPLE HAVE LIVED THROUGH, AT LEAST A LITTLE BIT. IT'S OUR STORY TOO. I'M HERE TO TELL YOU HOW NIGHTMARISH PROJECT 2025 WILL BE FOR TRANS LIVES. BEFORE WE GET TO THE MAIN EVENT, LET ME SET THE STAGE. I'VE BEEN OUT AND MEDICALLY TRANSITIONING AS A TRANS WOMAN FOR SEVERAL YEARS. IT COSTS ME THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN MEDICAL EXPENSES EACH YEAR. I ALSO HAD TO FLEE MY HOME STATE DUE TO BIGOTED LAWS AND FACED DISCRIMINATION EVERYWHERE FROM MY OWN FAMILY TO MY JOB. IT'S PRETTY BAD. AND IF TRUMP GETS REELECTED AND PROJECT 2025 IS BROUGHT INTO ACTION, IT'S ONLY GOING TO GET MUCH WORSE. "TRANSGENDER," "GENDER IDENTITY" AND "BIOLOGICAL SEX" ARE USED OVER THIRTY TIMES IN THIS PHONE BOOK OF HATE, SO I'M GOING TO KEEP IT SIMPLE. THREE POLICIES. JUST THREE. THAT'S ALL THEY NEED. LET'S START AT THE TOP. PAGE FIVE. "PORNOGRAPHY, MANIFESTED TODAY IN THE OMNIPRESENT PROPAGATION OF TRANSGENDER IDEOLOGY." ANY TRANS PERSON'S STORY WOULD BE LABELED AS PORNOGRAPHY, OUR LIVES. OUR EXPERIENCES. EVERY PART OF US. IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY, "PORNOGRAPHY SHOULD BE OUTLAWED. THE PEOPLE WHO PRODUCE AND DISTRIBUTE IT SHOULD BE IMPRISONED." I THINK YOU CAN SEE WHERE THIS IS GOING... Stop Project 2025 Comic with the following speech bubbles: THAT MEANS THAT ANY TRANS PERSON TALKING ABOUT THEIR TRANSITION COULD BE IMPRISONED. EVERY STATEMENT ABOUT OUR LIVES, A POTENTIAL OFFENSE. HELL, THE STORY YOU'RE READING RIGHT NOW WOULD QUALIFY. NEXT. "RESCIND REGULATIONS PROHIBITING DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF L...J GENDER IDENTITY, TRANSGENDER STATUS, AND SEX CHARACTERISTICS." PAGE 584. PAIRED WITH PAGE 495, "A GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICY SPECIFYING THAT IT WILL NOT ENFORCE ANY PROHIBITION ON L...] GENDER IDENTITY DISCRIMINATION" IT PAINTS A PICTURE. DISCRIMINATION TOWARDS TRANS PEOPLE AT PLACES LIKE THEIR JOBS WILL BE FULLY LEGAL, LEAVING US OPEN TO UNMITIGATED HARASSMENT AND HATE. PAGE 485. "WITHDRAW ALL GUIDANCE ENCOURAGING RYAN WHITE HIV/AIDS PROGRAM SERVICE PROVIDERS TO PROVIDE CONTROVERSIAL 'GENDER TRANSITION' PROCEDURES OR 'GENDER-AFFIRMING CARE'." PAGE 462. "FUND STUDIES INTO THE SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF CROSS-SEX INTERVENTIONS, INCLUDING 'AFFIRMATION,' PUBERTY BLOCKERS, CROSS-SEX HORMONES AND SURGERIES." PAGE... TAKE YOUR PICK. THERE'S A DOZEN MORE. BY CUTTING FEDERAL FUNDING FROM ANY MEDICAL FACILITY THAT OFFERS TRANS HEALTHCARE, AND STANDING AGAINST IT AS OFFICIAL POLICY... HORMONES AND GENDER CARE WILL BECOME ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND. FOR THOSE OF US WHO ARE ALREADY ON THEM. IT'LL WREAK HAVOC. OUR MENTAL HEALTH. OUR BODIES. DAMAGE THAT WILL RUIN LIVES. AND FOR TRANS FOLKS WHO CAN NO LONGER PRODUCE A SAFE LEVEL OF HORMONES... IT COULD KILL THEM. I KNOW THERE'S A LOT TO KEEP TRACK OF. I HAVEN'T EVEN COVERED ALL THE ANTI-TRANS PROPOSALS IN PROJECT 2025. IF YOU TAKE NOTHING ELSE FROM HERE TAKE THIS: FOR TRANSGENDER PEOPLE ACROSS AMERICA, DEFEATING TRUMP AND PROJECT 2025 ISN'T JUST A POLITICAL RACE. IT'S A FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL. AND WE NEED ALL OF YOU FIGHTING WITH US.
May 8, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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science.org
Exclusive: National Science Foundation staff were told today that the agency’s 37 divisions—across all eight directorates—are being abolished and the number of programs within those divisions will be drastically reduced.
Exclusive: NSF faces radical shake-up as officials abolish its 37 divisions
Changes seen as a response to presidential directives on what research to fund
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May 8, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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allinwithchris.bsky.social
Rep. Jasmine Crockett: “I cannot wait until voters have an opportunity to say, “You took food out of my mouth. You took a roof from over my head. You are responsible for making sure that I do not have health care. I'm going to make sure you don't have a job.”
Crockett: GOP ‘running late and running scared’ over Trump budget bill
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May 8, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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warren.senate.gov
Democrats should stand together and use our power to fix the GENIUS Act before the vote tomorrow. There is no excuse to facilitate Trump's crypto corruption.
May 8, 2025 at 12:48 AM
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crockett.house.gov
Imagine being so bad at running the country that you waste time banning the 0.2% of troops who are trans instead of fixing the economy like you promised on day one. The eggs are still HIGH, Donnie. We are headed straight for a recession. If folks want to serve, LET THEM.
cnn.com CNN @cnn.com · May 6
The Supreme Court said the Trump administration can begin immediately enforcing a ban on transgender service members in the military.

Read more: cnn.it/4m9fdx6
May 6, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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govpritzker.illinois.gov
When Americans put on the uniform, what matters is their ability to do the job.

Being transgender has no bearing on their dedication to our nation or their commitment to their unit.

Decisions like today's aren't just deeply concerning, they set our armed forces back.
Divided Supreme Court allows Trump administration to begin enforcing ban on transgender service members | CNN Politics
The Supreme Court said Tuesday that the Trump administration can begin immediately enforcing a ban on transgender service members in the military.
www.cnn.com
May 6, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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joyurcaba.bsky.social
Navy Cmdr. Emily Shilling, lead plaintiff in the case against Trump's trans military ban, responds to SCOTUS' decision allowing it to take effect:

"We are not a policy debate. We are real people, doing real jobs, in defense of a nation we still believe in, even when it struggles to believe in us."
A screenshot of a statement from Navy Commander Emily Shilling in response to the Supreme Court allowing Trump's transgender military ban to take effect while a court case proceeds. It reads: Today’s decision by the Supreme Court to stay the injunction in Shilling v. United States is a heavy blow—not just to me, but to every transgender service member who has worn the uniform with honor and integrity. We asked for clarity. We asked for stability. Instead, we received uncertainty. The protections granted by the District Court, which affirmed our right to serve openly and authentically, are now paused while this case continues its journey through the courts. But let me be perfectly clear: this is not defeat. This is delay. Transgender service members have served this nation with courage, skill, and selflessness for years. We’ve flown combat missions, led sailors, commanded troops, and stood watch. We are not a theory. We are not a policy debate. We are real people, doing real jobs, in defense of a nation we still believe in, even when it struggles to believe in us. I know this decision will cause fear and doubt in the ranks. To those feeling shaken, I say this: stand tall. You are not alone. You are part of a community that will fight for you, stand beside you, and never stop pushing forward. This case isn’t over. The truth is still on our side. And history, like it always has, will find in favor of those who choose courage over cowardice, service over exclusion, and unity over fear. We carry on and fight forward.
May 6, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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pressley.house.gov
This shameful ruling will only harm military readiness and block brave Americans from serving our country.

And Trump's action was never about making America safer—it was always about attacking our trans community and advancing his hateful agenda.
May 6, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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jaywillis.net
The upshot of this order is that in the Court's view, Trump's desire to purge the military of trans people ASAP is a more urgent crisis than servicemembers losing their jobs and their careers due to a policy that is *likely unconstitutional*. Unhinged reimagining of the PI standard. Legal gibberish.
kyledcheney.bsky.social Kyle Cheney @kyledcheney.bsky.social · May 6
BREAKING: The Supreme Court will allow the Trump administration's transgender military ban to take effect.
May 6, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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erininthemorning.com
In an absolutely devastating ruling, the Supreme Court has allowed the transgender military ban to go into effect.

This is shocking - the ban explicitly called transgender people dishonorable for being transgender. It is as clear as day soaked in animus.

www.supremecourt.gov/docket/docke...
May 6, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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governorwalz.mn.gov
There’s nothing patriotic about attacking those who raise their hand to serve.

www.cnn.com/2025/05/06/p...
Divided Supreme Court allows Trump administration to begin enforcing ban on transgender service members | CNN Politics
The Supreme Court said Tuesday that the Trump administration can begin immediately enforcing a ban on transgender service members in the military.
www.cnn.com
May 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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reichlinmelnick.bsky.social
The masked ICE agents are in DC today, as rumored, whisking people off the street while covering their faces completely.
dcmigrantmutualaid.org Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid @dcmigrantmutualaid.org · May 6
🚨ALERT 🚨ICE reported at 5300 South Dakota Ave NE in the last couple of hours. 4 agents and 2 cars confirmed. At least one person detained.

🚨ALERTA🚨ICE/La Migra reportado en 5300 South Dakota Ave NE en las últimas dos horas. 4 agentes and 2 carros confirmados. Al menos una persona detenida. 1/
May 6, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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jeisinger.bsky.social
Amid all the other news, it's easy to become inured to the basic facts here. Öztürk:

-Is not accused of committing any crime

-Is nonviolent

-Was in this country legally

-Merely engaged in speech that the administration objects to

-Has been locked up for six weeks
uebey.bsky.social Erik Uebelacker @uebey.bsky.social · May 6
Now from Öztürk’s ACLU lawyer Esha Bhandari:

“Rümeysa Öztürk’s case is unprecedented and shocking. She has been held behind bars for six weeks while her health deteriorates for writing an op-ed.”
May 6, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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kristinmink.bsky.social
🚨Reports of planned ICE activity in DC: restaurant & food delivery (May 6 -10)

🚨Informes sobre la próxima actividad de ICE en DC dirigida a trabajadores de restaurantes y delivery de comida.
(del 6 al 10 de mayo)

📞 ¿Vio a ICE?
Did you see ICE?
MSMA (DC/MD): 202-335-1183
CASA (MD/VA): 888-214-6016
May 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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adamserwer.bsky.social
They're all drinking from the same slop hose and regurgitating the same half-masticated propaganda thinking they are having original and interesting thoughts. It's genuinely incredible. bsky.app/profile/gbbr...
gbbranstetter.bsky.social Gillian Branstetter @gbbranstetter.bsky.social · May 5
I heard Stephen A. Smith tell CNN yesterday that "people are afraid they're going to lose their job for messing up a pronoun" and it really amazes me how many people don't realize they are awash in intentional propaganda designed to make them afraid of the wrong things and angry at the wrong people
michaelhobbes.bsky.social Michael Hobbes @michaelhobbes.bsky.social · May 5
Men are not constantly being told “you’re bad,” they are constantly being told “LEFT WING SJWS THINK YOU’RE BAD” by conservative propaganda. There’s a huge difference.
May 5, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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audrelawdamercy.bsky.social
long answer: Due Process doesn't protect only citizens, or only law-abiding citizens, or only law-abiding people w/ lawful immigration status. It protects people. & no matter how much it upsets Miller, immigrants are in fact people

short answer: absolutely tf not
ballsandstrikes.org/legal-cultur...
May 5, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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lebassett.bsky.social
They're maniacally obsessed with policing women's bodies. www.dallasnews.com/news/texas/2...
Texas bill would monitor wastewater for the abortion medication mifepristone
Supporters say a Texas bill, which would monitor wastewater for medication abortion, is about environmental concerns. Opponents say it's an attack on abortion...
www.dallasnews.com
May 5, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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reichlinmelnick.bsky.social
Hearing a lot of chatter about a possible ICE operation tomorrow and Wednesday in the DC area specifically targeting restaurants and delivery drivers.
May 5, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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atrupar.com
I don't think it's fully appreciated just how much Trumpism is a celebration of ignorance. Trump not only never learns but proactively avoids it. It's a braindead movement from the top down.
May 5, 2025 at 12:58 AM
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chrismurphyct.bsky.social
Here it is. A timetable of 100 days of corruption.

Breathtaking. Heartbreaking.

We cannot let this stand.
May 1, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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aclu.org
If you're protesting this May Day, know your rights.
"Know Your Protest Rights. You don't need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don't need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you're not obstructing traffic or access to buildings.When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police.If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries.If you get stopped by the police, ask if you're free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away.If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present.If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you'll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney-no matter your citizenship or immigration status.” Dark blue background with text: "Know Your Rights When Interacting With Immigration Agents. If you’re in a public space, you can ask if you're free to leave. If so, you can calmly walk away.You have the right to remain silent, even if you’re arrested. You do not have to discuss your immigration status with anyone. If you’re arrested, you can say that you wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.You have the right to refuse consent to a search.If you have valid immigration documents, you’re required to show them. Never provide fake documents.You have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.If you’re at home, you do not have to open the door. ICE agents may not enter unless they have a warrant signed by a judge (have them slip it under the door). If they force their way in, do not resist, but you can remain silent."Know Your Rights. White ACLU logo.
May 1, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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sloanelysbeth.bsky.social
jk rowling funded a case going before the supreme court that argues it should be legal to discriminate against and persecute trans ppl.

yet still we have to listen to ‘centrists’ claiming she isn’t bigoted she just has ‘a difference of opinion’.

no trans ppl have a voice in these proceedings.
November 26, 2024 at 10:14 AM
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tedleo.bsky.social
This is all going to get harder, but they literally cannot legislate you out of existence. When tomorrow arrives, you will still be here, you will still be who you are, and we will all still be here with you.
apnews.com The Associated Press @apnews.com · Apr 16
The U.K. Supreme Court rules that Britain's equalities law defines a woman as someone born biologically female. The ruling means a transgender person with a certificate that recognizes them as female should not be considered a woman for equality purposes.
UK Supreme Court rules that equalities law defines a woman as someone born biologically female
The Supreme Court has ruled that the U.K. equalities law defines a woman as someone born biologically female.
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April 16, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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hedgewizardly.bsky.social
JKR funded the campaign group behind all this btw. This is why we beg you to stop engaging with Harry Potter media.
jessothomson.co.uk Jess O'Thomson @jessothomson.co.uk · Apr 16
The UK Supreme Court has unanimously decided that the definition of sex under the Equality Act 2010 refers solely to biological sex, and does not include people with a Gender Recognition Certificate.
April 16, 2025 at 9:39 AM