Y'all this is super scary. We need to protect each other.

Photojournalist @harmonli.bsky.social captured this "cute" photo of me, while we were on assignment for @texasobserver.org at Barking Springs. I wrote about a trans "takeover" day that took place after a brutal attack. Look for the story and photos in the Postcard feature in the Nov/Dec 2025 issue.

NOW: A small group of protesters briefly blockaded the entrance to the Tesla Gigafactory in Austin to demand shareholders reject a $1T pay package for the world’s richest man, Elon Musk. The blockade dispersed after a Travis Co. Sheriff threatened to arrest protesters without any official warning.

This podcast is absolutely worth the price. Every episode is a fascinating 2+ hour deep dive into antifeminist currents in modern society.

Exactly... fewer trans people making editorial choices just when we most need them in these kinds of positions.

Two of the most significant politics editors in Teen Vogue’s history were working class trans people from Ohio and Philly, and their tireless, fearless work is a huge part of why so many people are mourning its demise now. @satansjacuzzi.bsky.social and @leximcmenamin.com you will always be famous

📚 Does your audio book app support Donald Trump? 💁‍♀️ And, if so, have you considered the alternatives? ⚠️Read more here: spendingspotlight.org/the-spot/pos...

I'm getting to this late but the news about the destruction of @teenvogue.com and the eradication of its political viewpoint is gutting. It's so disgusting to watch the rich destroy platform after platform like this in the second Trump era. They're deliberately hollowing out journalism.

Reluctantly removing my Halloween mask a couple of daysd late, and going back to the normal, genderfluid alien sort-of-girl creature I exist as in day-to-day life.

today’s information came out piecemeal, and people should be able to share their own situations on their own time, but I could share this much ^ as it is pretty cut and dry on the facts. Teen Vogue also no longer has any trans staffers as of today.

thank you for all the support; the statement from our union is now live here with some more reporting. now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.

I am significantly more troubled and wounded by the layoffs of my colleagues than my own, in truth, and am struggling with minding my tongue as everything gets sorted out this week

as my fellow Teen Voguers come over here I’ll be sharing their accounts, throw them a follow, offer them work, and we’ll be launching a gofundme/something similar soon!

I was laid off from Teen Vogue today along with multiple other staffers, and today is my last day. certainly more to come from me when the dust has settled more, but to my knowledge, after today, there will be no politics staffers at Teen Vogue.

I'm getting to this late but the news about the destruction of @teenvogue.com and the eradication of its political viewpoint is gutting. It's so disgusting to watch the rich destroy platform after platform like this in the second Trump era. They're deliberately hollowing out journalism.

Photojournalist @harmonli.bsky.social captured this "cute" photo of me, while we were on assignment for @texasobserver.org at Barking Springs. I wrote about a trans "takeover" day that took place after a brutal attack. Look for the story and photos in the Postcard feature in the Nov/Dec 2025 issue.

Celebrating the 10 year birthday of the Festival Beach Food Forest in Austin with Blowcomotion marching band.

I'm working on a story about queer social clubs as an alternative to bars and drinking for our community. What are some of your favorite groups in Texas?

"We have to create like our hair's on fire. We are witnessing the erasure of history and creativity." Spooky: This article explores more of the damage Trump has done to our country. Send a message by making a switch, and support creativity!

Finally fall weather in Austin. I got my bike tuned up for the season and the ride home was like a dream. 🚴‍♀️

Every podcast I listen to: Damn AI is scary and hurting humanity Every ad on every podcast: Convert your entire workforce to clankers today!

NEW: ICE remains mum regarding prosecutor exposed as white supremacist. "They want to signal to the other white supremacists...out there that under this administration things are going to be different and you’re not going to have to worry about losing your job" www.texasobserver.org/ice-white-su...

“It is a 100% bluff. It just creates another bogeyman for them to fire up their base. Because really, when Stephen Miller says that s**t, he’s talking to a very limited amount of people in the United States. He’s not talking to the majority of people in the U.S.”

Lock up your libraries if you like; but there is no gate, no lock, no bolt that you can set upon the freedom of my mind.

“You have strength. It doesn’t come from your government. It doesn’t come from your media. It comes from you.” @dlj.bsky.social, Founder and ED, @onepeoplesproject.bsky.social GLOBAL WARNING, Ep 1 On US anti-fascism, from the 80s through 2025, and beyond — and what YOU can do to make a difference

Are you interested in covering politics in the Lone Star State? The Texas Observer is hiring an intern to help us cover the 2026 elections! Apply here:

Previously: An attorney called SB 8 “the most plainly unlawful, undemocratic legislation I’ve seen in recent history. It tries to shut down the basic right of every citizen to seek relief in our courts, which is one of the basic principles of American democracy.”

Just change apps! 🚗 Want one simple switch you can make to take money away from a supporter of Donald Trump? Switch from Uber to Lyft. Read more here: spendingspotlight.org/the-spot/pos... and here: spendingspotlight.org/the-spot/pos...

Uber, Postmates and DoorDash have all supported Donald Trump. Uber and DoorDash even backed the devastating budget cuts in the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill." Remember where your money's going next time you order yourself that little treat. Read more here: spendingspotlight.org/the-spot/pos...

Bern Notice: Building A Material Force In An Age Of Trumpism By @igd.bsky.social

This is devastating. RIP @igd.bsky.social.

No Kings, San Diego

I quickly ducked into a hotel to get these shots and I’m so glad I did. It’s so hard to get a sense of how big the crowd is when you’re on the ground.

TODAY — At the No Kings rally in Chicago, organizers recognized the work of independent news outlets including The TRiiBE and Unraveled Press, and nonprofit newsroom Block Club Chicago. Video: CBS Chicago

If you're feeling the love of frogs, it's a perfect time to watch Over me Garden Wall.

At the Texas State Capitol in Austin for the No Kings protest. Looks like a bigger turnout than the one in June

I hear from informed sources that these #NoKings rallies are more than twice as big as last time, making them easily the largest protests in US history. Thanks to everyone and especially organizers.

Fort Bend County, Texas showed up in support of democracy and the rule of law instead of the rule of man. Doggo sez #NoKings

This is a beautiful and very accessible hike, depending on how you go. Don't miss it if you ever get the chance.

90 FUCKING PERCENT i’d love for cis folks to remember what the nyt, atlantic, guardian, daily mail, times of london, ny post, cnn, wall street journal, & economist took from your transgender neighbors & loved ones before the next time you consider giving them money or listening to a word they say.

“That’s why we’re about fostering safety. We can’t just be for the butch queens and the gays. We have to be inclusive for the girls, the thems, and the not able-bodied folks.”

Austin has a long history of LGBTQ+ activism and active leadership from local groups like allgo, Out Youth, and Austin Pride. Yet Pride in Black ATX is one of the city’s few coalitions creating events that center the Black LGBTQ+ community. austinfreepress.org/black-queer-...

Austin #NoKings march to Auditorium Shores has started. Hundreds still at Capitol lawn finishing up speeches. Thousands here today.

Yes. Blue Austin shows up at the State Capitol of Red Texas’ #NoKings

No Kings-Austin,TX

#NoKings Austin tagging in. Massive crowd at the Texas State Capitol despite Gov. Greg Abbott’s activation of the National Guard.

Marketing for Christmas stuff before Halloween is homophobic. I won't be taking any questions on this.

Cannabis is still illegal, meanwhile people are absolutely ruining their lives in kratom drinks they buy at a gas station.

I love Alienated Majesty Books and this great story by @michellepitcher.bsky.social at @texasobserver.org ...

Earlier: The new Texas "bathroom bill" not only makes it harder for trans people to exist in public, it also attempts to grant immunity from prosecution to those enforcing it, even if they violate the constitution.