Being an ally, whether you're LGBTQ+ yourself or not, is crucial to respecting and supporting us. Here's how to be a good ally to trans people. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/how-to-be-a-...

If you are dating someone and you are non-binary, "girlfriend" or "boyfriend" may or may not fit your gender identity. Check out some gender-neutral words for dating and relationships: www.amplifyrespect.com/non-binary-r...

For the third year in a row, let's dig into my favorite memoir, nonfiction, and novels. Check out some interesting books and perhaps find an excellent holiday gift! Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/my-favorite-...

An older lesbian asked me recently what 'cis' means, which inspired me to share an explanation of the meaning of cis or cisgender. Cis is not an insult and not a slur, despite being banned on 'X'. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/whats-the-me...

Cocona, rapper in the XG pop group from Japan, just came out as transmasculine non-binary. So what do those identities mean, and what are good and bad ways to try to explain people's gender? Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/what-does-tr...

Someone just upgraded to a paid subscription for Amplify Respect! Thank you so much for your support, and welcome! Why go paid: www.amplifyrespect.com/why-go-paid/

I'm so pleased to welcome Esther Lemmens, founder and host of the Fifty Shades of Gender podcast, to Amplify Respect today. Multiple people recommended that I should talk to her, and I'm honored by the opportunity to share her insights and expertise. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/you-are-disc...

Ever wonder why the New York Times abandoned balance and impartiality to lead an old-fashioned newspaper crusade against trans equal rights? In one of our most read stories for the year, @evanurquhart.bsky.social took readers behind the scenes at NYT. www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-new...

If you're an entrepreneur or freelancer considering your healthcare options for next year, check out this guide that @lexroman.com and I researched: www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base... If you want some ideas for how you can spend less money on healthcare next year, check this out!

We don’t know what’s happening with healthcare subsidies in the US, but "work harder and pay more" seems like a bad plan. Rey Katz and I pulled together a range of options from individual underwriting to Association Health Plans www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base... @reywrites.bsky.social

Is your health insurance going up next year? @reywrites.bsky.social and I researched your options and came up with some alternatives to consider and ways to lower your healthcare costs. Now live on Revenue Rulebreaker www.revenuerulebreaker.com/what-us-base...

Frustrated that gender-affirming care isn't covered under your health plan? We share options and resources for trans-inclusive healthcare in the United States. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/affordable-a...

'Tis the season for ... accidental gay and trans bird representation. It's hilarious to watch people who don't know anything about birds design things. www.amplifyrespect.com/lets-chuckle...

Real writing about trans experiences is more important than ever. Help us share advocacy and true facts to uplift and inform trans folks and allies. www.amplifyrespect.com/you-support-...

Have you noticed this? If someone else misgenders a person, you are more likely to accidentally misgender them too. Let me explain. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/oh-no-mimick...

Being a supportive trans ally can be difficult, because if you're not trans, you may not realize what is helpful or not helpful. I've collected a number of helpful and not helpful behaviors that I'd like to share with you. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/helpful-not-...

Love NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts. Fabiola Méndez is incredible! youtu.be/1yJjALda0X4?...

I am so excited to share my conversation with Kari Ginsburg, coach and author of Hey Glitterbomb! A No-BS Guide to Being Too Much, Taking Up Space, and Loving the Legacy You Create. Read: www.amplifyrespect.com/your-best-is...

"Your best is more than good enough." Don't miss this!! Tomorrow, I am honored to publish this conversation with Kari Ginsburg, author of Hey Glitterbomb! Kari's joy and enthusiasm shines as we talk about how to fight burnout. Subscribe to get this delivered to your inbox: www.amplifyrespect.com

As you might know, I'm currently suing the Utah Legislature over their refusal to issue me a press credential to cover the Capitol. A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit in September. We just filed an appeal with the 10th Circuit in Denver. Let's break down some of the key arguments 🧵

Expert, respectful trans healthcare is so important!! Help Point of Pride collect data to support joyful, hopeful healthcare initiatives for trans people. Open to all trans and non-binary people age 18+ who live within the United States. d2qjdd04.na1.hs-sales-engage.com/Ctc/UB+23284...

NBC, The New York Times, and most importantly @hellgatenyc.com call the NYC mayoral race for Zohran Mamdani.

You deserve to eat, whether or not you have the cash to do so comfortably. So let's review some options! www.amplifyrespect.com/you-deserve-...

The Flytrap is a worker-owned, community-focused feminist media group founded by journalists, writers, and artists. Our motto is "fuck the algorithm." Because fuck the algorithm.

With SNAP benefits for 750,000 Oregonians at risk, here's how we can help each other — starting with free Savers Club memberships to those in need and the best grocery deals across Portland.

Staying well hydrated is a privilege. Trans people in the US have more cause to avoid public bathrooms than the general population, and that means they are more likely to be habitually dehydrated. Read more: www.amplifyrespect.com/were-a-bit-d...

I was shocked that Fenway Health stopped prescribing gender-affirming care for patients under 19. Massachusetts still has strong trans healthcare, but we can’t take it for granted. Read more here: www.amplifyrespect.com/we-need-heal...

Fenway Health, a nationally recognized LGBTQ+ health center in Massachusetts, announced that they stopped prescribing gender-affirming hormone therapy or puberty blockers for patients younger than 19 years old, as of October 1st. Get this in your inbox tomorrow: www.amplifyrespect.com

I've never been in a room with so many other creator journalists! I was honored by the opportunity to attend #ONA25 as part of the Project C ONA25 Creator Cohort. www.amplifyrespect.com/video-newsro...

Let's learn LGBTQ+ Spanish words together! This week, we focus on representation, respectful language, and pride: learning inclusive Spanish words inspired by Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl moment. Check out the whole post right here: www.amplifyrespect.com/lets-learn-l...

Tomorrow!! - Let's learn LGBTQ+ Spanish words together in my next newsletter post. Subscribe now to get this delivered to your inbox! Subscribe here: www.amplifyrespect.com

So honored to collaborate with Chris Musei-Sequeira and learn from his insights on the apologizing process. There's no perfect words to form an apology, but by working together with care and respect, we can learn how to interact better. newsletters.cjscllc.com/p/how-to-rea...

I'm launching something for us. Not-Ship: a newsletter using data and visuals to navigate our turbulent world. Everything feels like A LOT lately. It's all so uncertain. And the way I try to make sense of things is with data. So, that's what Not-Ship is all about. Come chart the chaos with me.

It's been quite a week for trans people and the news, as we process the fallout from the murder of Charlie Kirk, conservative influencer. The problem when news outlets publish misinformation is it legitimizes the incorrect info. Read the rest here: www.amplifyrespect.com/what-even-is...

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Apologizing is difficult! The secret is that there are no perfectly correct words. I'm so thrilled to share my collaboration with Chris Musei-Sequeira with you! I also want to thank Jax Bayne. Don't miss our complete interview! www.amplifyrespect.com/learn-how-to...

Apologizing is hard, right? That’s why I asked Chris Musei-Sequiera to share his insights on authentic apologies and guilt with our readers. I learned so much!! I'm so excited to publish this collaboration tomorrow! Don't miss this. Subscribe at www.amplifyrespect.com to receive it in your inbox.

Someone just became a paid subscriber to Amplify Respect! Thank you so much for backing indie journalism for trans folks and allies. Yay!!

Tired: comparing the cost of your subscription to coffee or pizza Wired: comparing it to tipping at a drag show Nice work @reywrites.bsky.social www.amplifyrespect.com/what-does-it...

Someone just contributed to Amplify Respect! Yay! I really appreciate you helping us continue indie creator journalism and providing uplifting and informative resources for trans people and allies. 🧡

Sending emails and running a website is actually not free! Dig into my exact expenses and learn how you can help support independent indie journalism: www.amplifyrespect.com/what-does-it...

Who do I know who is a trans person and/or ally, and, is fluent in Spanish? I would love to collaborate on a resource for parents and grandparents who have a trans kid and would like to learn more.

"I use they/them in non-queer spaces, but in queer spaces sometimes I prefer she/her. She/her feels good tonight." I think a lot of allies don't realize many of us who use "they" and "them" are trying to make it a little easier for you. www.amplifyrespect.com/clothes-do-n...

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Trans allies should know why it's scary for trans people that Charlie Kirk, conservative influencer and public speaker, was shot dead yesterday. This is a heavy topic, but we'll keep it brief. I appreciate your attention, as this is important. www.amplifyrespect.com/violence-is-...

I believe it's important for trans people to be able to share their true experiences and be represented with true facts and stories in the media. I'm excited to share a guide with you today about how trans people are experts in our own experience. www.amplifyrespect.com/trans-people...

Welcome to the new new media! I take a close look at Project C’s — that’s @lizkellynelson.com and @lexroman.com — Back Indie Media Drive, a collaborative case study in growth outside a venture-backed platform’s walled garden. That includes me. And you. Vroom vroom! 🏎️ 💨

Very excited for the Back Indie Media Drive by Project C. Check out these fantastic publishers, find your next read, and choose one to back! Our goal is 20 new paid subscribers for Amplify Respect, and we already have one new paid subscriber!! www.amplifyrespect.com/outsmart-big...

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