The Democratic Party is far from perfect, but they are the coalition that has invited us in. To lose what we have won inside the Democratic Party would be catastrophic . I am a democrat and I will never stop fighting for trans liberation both in this country and in our party.

Folks, @leighfinke.bsky.social joined us for a full episode. We talked about: 1) After losing last week, will MAGA lay off the anti-trans ads? 2) MN DFL delivered for working class families, but voters think Dems don't care about affordability? 3) SCOTUS 4) Trump 5) And more youtu.be/YpmKw3aifjo

This is a beautiful and powerful statement of affirmation and love for transgender, non-binary, and intersex people. it doesn’t always feel true, but there is so much love for our communities. There are so many people out there who see our value and our inherent worth.

Northern lights as seen through the clouds in Ontario, Canada.

Visible northern lights in the Twin Cities tonight. If you can’t see them clearly use your phone camera. It’s beautiful.

Update: Because Holman airfield has international flights they must have a customs office. The building project reported by the city is a replacement of an existing customs office. I have seen no indication that this project is anything other than a replacement for a very old facility.

The 8 democrats who betrayed our party would rather have a MAGA government in charge than a thriving progressive movement in this nation.

I reached out to federal delegation to get some answers on this project. It’s a surprise and a very unwelcome one. No home for ICE and CBP in Saint Paul.

totally. I am grateful I got laser loon when I had the chance.

good news.

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It doesn't matter who you think I am, Representative. And, again: I am not trying to change your mind. I am just trying to live this life I love. I am working to ensure that other trans and nonbinary folks can live a life they love, too. I know who I am. I love being trans. I am whole.

I did not get involved in the politics of the Saint Paul mayoral race. I respect both candidates and their efforts to better our city. Now that we have results, I just want to say congratulations to mayor elect @kaohlyforstp. Kaohly and her team ran an incredible campaign, in only 90 days.

kareem murphy, dewayne davis’ husband, with rep leigh finke at lush @dewayneskareem.bsky.social @dewayneforminneapolis.com @leighfinke.bsky.social

I can’t vote in Minneapolis. But if I could, I would vote for DeWayne Davis.

I love that this article opens with the ambivalence of Zack Stephenson. I expect many many voters will share his ambivalence about guv candidate Lisa Demuth.

are you sure got everyone there @startribune.com ?????? this is beyond absurd.

there is no hierarchy of citizenship. there are only citizens. All citizens are imbued with the same legal protections and rights in the U.S. Some citizens born, some citizens are naturalized, both are fully and equally citizens. the end.

really excellent piece by @shoeleatherkate.bsky.social. and a reminder that queer liberation is always the side of justice in this world. those who would see us erased and eradicated are always, always, always not.

Don't listen to the GOP. DFL is building a state that WORKS.

we know this is a lie. she knows that it is a lie. the media knows that it is a lie. if we don't acknowledge that it is a lie at least amongst ourselves, then their nihilistic fascism becomes complete.

Every major medical association and leading world health authority supports health care for transgender people and youth. Here are excerpts from 30+ organizations’ statements ⤵️ glaad.org/medical-asso...

this is not to say the threat is not real and urgent. It absolutely is. we must be prepared for the outcomes Trump seeks. But we are still not powerless. We are never powerless. And in Minnesota we will fight like hell to protect what we have built. Stay safe keep fighting.

This morning, NPR posted the rules the Trump administration intends to end gender affirming care for minors across the nation. This is really scary. There’s no doubt about it. I’ll have more to say about it later, but this morning I just want to let folks know these are proposed rules...

Rest In Peace Lia Smith. You deserved a whole, full, beautiful life.

The USDA has funding set aside to keep food assistance programs running during emergencies. Trump just won’t release it. 440,000 Minnesotans - and millions more Americans - will pay the price.

I’m letting the haters know now: stay mad. We will continue to exist and thrive in Minnesota. 😘 @aurinmpls.bsky.social @omarfatehmn.com sahanjournal.com/democracy-po...

It’s the last day to vote for the @victoryinstitute.bsky.social's Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award. I'm nominated and I'd love to have your vote! vote until midnight, and let your friends know! (Had to delete and repost cuz the link was broken) secure.ngpvan.com/G7Tvd52Aa0yS...

just in case your not tracking: cis women taking testosterone: medical magic trans mascs taking testosterone: end of civilization

The Trump White House ballroom is planned for 90,000 square feet. ➡️The existing White House (w the east wing is 55,000 sf ➡️An nfl football field is 57,000 sf ➡️A pro soccer field is about 75,000 sf It will be a monstrous memorial to the whims of a dictator, and So much gold leaf.

was watching the Timberwolves play last night and have to admit I have no idea what the rules are for traveling. Like is that not a rule anymore? They’re allowed to just walk with the ball? Seems….dumb.

I stand with our immigrant neighbors, and against the actions of the Trump regime and the secret police tactics of ICE.

I know that laws, and other such annoyances, are no longer of concern to the federal government. but isn't this just....murder?

Let's help the Minnesota's fantastic @leighfinke.bsky.social win @victoryinstitute.bsky.social Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough Award 🌈 Voting closes on the 27th! secure.ngpvan.com/G7Tvd52Aa0yS...?

"right away when session starts" we will be ready to defend the law and the rights of all our kids.

Honored to be nominated for the Tammy Baldwin Breakthrough award by LGBTQ Victory Institute. Please consider heading to the Victory site and voting for me! Voting ends midnight on Oct 27. Appreciate you all!!!🩵🩷🤍🖤🤎 Vote here: secure.ngpvan.com/G7Tvd52Aa0yS...

Very powerful Win at the Minnesota Supreme Court today in Jaycee Cooper versus USA powerlifting. The law in Minnesota is clear: Transgender people have a right in Minnesota under the Minnesota human rights access to full inclusion and the Supreme Court has upheld that fact.

Just witnessed someone trying to fireb*mb Fletcher’s Ice Cream in NE. Saw a dude acting weird next to a parked car in front of the place. I walked by, heard a smash through my earbuds, smelled gasoline/kerosine. Turned around, snapped some photos instinctively. Thankfully they suck at molot*vs.

Trump released a video of him shitting all over the American people. Which is…accurate.

Small portion of my remarks to the Duluth DFL this weekend. We must see the human spark in everyone. We must remember why we do the work we do. If we can’t do that, we’re all cooked.

They’re saying 100-150,000 in Minneapolis today. A great rally. An important moment. Let’s ake it forward.

Freedom of the Press.

Great reporting from @erininthemorning.com. If anything mattered anymore, this kind of analysis, and the overzealous misuse of the data would be humiliating.

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy has died. She was 78. As an activist for our shared liberation, I am so grateful I had the opportunity to share space with her on this earth, even a handful of times. Miss Major showed us how to do this work. Our fight is just, and lifelong; let her light lead us onward.

Rest in peace. It was an honor to simply walk the earth at the same time as Miss Major.

I love seeing this from Stephanopoulos. These men are liars and propagandists, and if they will not participate in an interview they should have their mics cutoff.

This is the first political ad I have ever seen that recognizes transgender voters, understands we are human, and asks for our support. It’s remarkable.

Everybody’s in this fight together. Solidarity is the only way out. I am so grateful to know that our DV advocates are fighting, unwaveringly, for all of us.

If you can, please help.

This is hateful and it has no place in Minnesota. www.startribune.com/temple-israe...