One year ago, my neighbors in District Four put their faith in me to serve as their Councilwoman. It remains the honor of my life. Our campaign dared to believe that Lexington can be a city that works for ALL of us—not just a select few. One day at a time, we’re making that belief a reality. 💙

Please join me in praying for our neighbors in Louisville and everyone affected by this tragedy…

I’m humbled and grateful (and, admittedly, super geeked) to be formally commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel 💙

Happy Halloween! I hope your day is filled with spooky fun, festive friendship, and lots of fresh black coffee 🍂☕️

Had a great time passing out candy to students at Southern Elementary’s (indoor) trunk-or-treat tonight! 🎃👻 Many thanks to the remarkable teachers, staff, parents, and volunteers who came out to give our kids a wonderful night of Halloween fun.

One of my predecessors often said “you ought to be proud of the place you live and live so that place is proud of you.” To me, what’s most inspiring about @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social’s rise is how much love and pride he shows for his city and his neighbors. It’s something we should all aspire to.

“There’s a power in a union, there’s a power inside” Had a great time speaking at the KY AFL-CIO’s Young Workers Summit this morning about how we can build a future that works for ALL of us—not just the ultra-wealthy. 💙✊

Today, Council unanimously approved funding for a roundabout feasibility study, traffic circle quick build program, and crosswalk signal improvement study. I couldn’t be more proud. I know it’s hard to feel right now, but I promise—we can still do good things when we show up and do the work. 💙

Rather than show one iota of respect for trans students, the University of Kentucky is choosing to throw them to the wolves. These changes exceed state and federal requirements, pushing trans students off campus and accelerating the housing crisis in our city that UK helped create. Truly shameful.

I was interviewed by @lemonde.fr, a leading international newspaper, about trans life in a “red state.” I spoke of the manufactured dehumanization of trans folks—but also of the need to fix Lexington’s broken roads and lower our rental costs. These issues aren’t contradictory—they’re inseparable.

No.

I have no room in my heart for hate 💙

Shanah Tovah to every Lexingtonian celebrating Rosh Hashanah! Wishing y’all a happy and healthy new year 🍎🍯

In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death, political leaders have rightfully called for an end to political and gun violence. But many have done so while, in the same breath, whitewashing the violent rhetoric that Kirk espoused and calling for more violence. That is unconscionable and it’s dangerous.

Political violence is never acceptable. We can never allow it to become acceptable. Never. Period. End of story. Praying for everyone impacted by today’s tragic shooting in Utah.

It was a blessing to attend the Bluegrass Central Labor Council’s annual #LaborDay picnic. Working people are what make our city and our commonwealth great. I’ll always stand shoulder-to-shoulder with them in the fight for fairness, safety, and dignity for all workers. #ItsBetterInAUnion 💙✊

Here in Lexington, we love our neighbors—even when the President of the United States tells us not to. Lexington belongs to ALL of us.

Last night, Council passed my Solar ZOTA amendments, which will help prevent pollution, protect our soil, and preserve our land. Today, I met with local ag leaders to tour their facilities and discuss their needs. You can take the girl out of the farm, but you can’t take the farm out of the girl💙🌾

I spent the first 25 years of my life living someone else’s life. Now I’m living the life that I want. Nights like these remind me how lucky I am and I wouldn’t trade this little life of mine for the world. Thanks for the memories and immaculate vibes @emmacurtis.bsky.social!

This week, Council returned from the summer recess period and I got to keep doing what I love most—showing up to fight for my neighbors in South Lexington. Swipe through to see some of what I’ve been up to this week 👉 (1/2)

As a kid, I always struggled to sleep. Usually, I’d lay awake watching The Black Parade is Dead!, in awe as Gerard Way sang “you should have raised a baby girl, I could’ve been a better son.” That kid is still a part of me—and she can’t believe she gets to see The Black Parade in person tonight 🖤🤘

There’s nothing like the first day of school. I was grateful to join the students, teachers, and staff at Southern Elementary today to welcome everyone back—I even got to help out with lunchroom duty! Wishing our FCPS students, teachers, and support staff a phenomenal first day and school year 📚💙

Throughout my campaign, I promised that I would fight to give renters, young folks, and everyone who’d been left out of Lexington’s government a seat at the table. As a member of the newly-formed Boards & Commissions Subcommittee, I’ll continue to keep that promise. Lexington belongs to ALL of us.

There is nothing patriotic about this, nothing that makes our military stronger, nothing that helps our veterans. It is a cruel betrayal of distinguished service members—and it won’t end here. Whatever we allow them to do to trans people, they will do to any group of people that they do not like.

Thinkin’ that Lexington doesn’t belong to ALL of us? Oh, you better believe you’re goin’ on the bitin’ list… #emmaforlex #bitinlist #tylerchilders

I used to be afraid of birthdays, but with time I’ve realized what a gift it is to be able to put another year under my belt. Thank you so much to everyone who’s made this past year so unforgettable! And friendly reminder—the only “trans agenda” is an average life expectancy. 💙

No matter what circumstances we’re born into, we are all children of God. Whether in Lexington or in Gaza, no child deserves to go hungry. If we can’t agree on that, what is it that we can agree on?

Crime has gone down in Lexington because we’ve invested in housing-first programs and built mental health services into our public safety strategy. This EO threatens that progress, while laying the groundwork for the mass internment of our neighbors. Don’t let anybody tell you that this is normal.

We have to fight this crap at every level. In May, Council unanimously approved my legislation requiring a review of the City of Lexington’s AI Policy. You can bet your ass that this trans elected official will fight to stop any of our city’s resources going towards the erasure of trans existence.

Not just cowardly, but cruel. Mayor Greenberg should be ashamed.

As a scared kid in a hostile environment, I found Ozzy Osbourne’s music at just the right time. It gave me a healthy outlet to express the fear, anger, and hurt I struggled with but couldn’t put into words. I’m forever grateful for that gift. Blaring my favorite Sabbath tune today in his memory 🖤🤘

There is nothing more punk rock in the world than empathy and kindness. You will never convince me otherwise.

This morning, two of our neighbors lost their lives and three more—including a State Trooper—were injured in a series of shootings that took place at Bluegrass Airport and Richmond Road Baptist Church. (1/3)

Last week, Council had our final meetings before adjourning for the summer recess. Swipe through to see some highlights 👉 (1/2)

This July 4th, we can’t mistake nationalism for patriotism. We can’t allow the weaponization of power to be disguised as “love of country.” And we can’t let American flags hide the unimaginable assault that GOP extremists and President Trump are unleashing on our neighbors today.

I represent tens of thousands of my neighbors in Fayette County. I couldn’t live with myself if I stripped away their access to food and healthcare. Our Congressmen feel differently. They don’t give a damn about you or me—they only give a damn about themselves and their billionaire donors.

I spent my week working to improve our roads, preserve our city’s story, and uplift our LGBTQ+ community as Pride Month comes to an end. Swipe to see some of what I’ve been up to 👉 (1/2)

I love my neighbors and I love our city 💙

Ten years ago today, marriage equality became the law of the land—in large part, due to six KY couples who stood up to a system that refused to recognize their humanity. Without them, my partner and I would not be afforded the privileges we are today. They proved that #LoveAlwaysWins. 🏳️‍🌈

A better politics is possible. A better Democratic Party is possible. A better future is possible.

It was such a joy to celebrate 10 years of marriage equality and 25 years of Kentuckiana Pride this past weekend in Louisville. It was also a deeply needed reminder that while progress is not linear, nor is it without conflict, it is possible through persistence and resilience.

Congratulations to the Emerge KY Class of 2025! It was a joy to attend your graduation ceremony yesterday and an honor to get to know you these past 6 months. You’ll do remarkable things for our commonwealth and I can’t wait to support y’all as we build a Kentucky that works for all of us. 💙

Blessed to join Mayor Gorton, Gov. @andybeshearky.bsky.social, and community leaders to honor Juneteenth by unveiling Lexington’s newest monument. “Towards Freedom” honors Lewis and Harriet Hayden—abolitionists, born into slavery in Lexington, who escaped and helped thousands achieve their freedom.

Today, the Supreme Court issued a ruling in #Skrmetti v. Tennessee. It upholds SB150’s ban on medically necessary healthcare for trans youth in KY. While this ruling is a setback—and a painful one—it’s NOT the end of this fight. We will weather this storm together and, eventually, we will win. 💙

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Republicans’ cruel crusade against trans kids literally IS ripping away healthcare from millions of Americans, Chuck. It’s the public’s job to fight and march. It’s your job to protect us. Do your job or step aside and let someone else do it.

It was a busy week, with Council heading into our final stretch of meetings before we adjourn for the summer recess period. Swipe through to see some of what I’ve been up to 👉 (1/2)

Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads and father figures out there—but especially to my stepdad, Allan!

SUNDAY on “In Focus Kentucky”: We discuss #PrideMonth 🌈 in the Commonwealth. MY GUESTS: Lexington-Fayette Urban Councilemember Emma Curtis & Fairness Campaign executive director Chris Hartman HOW TO WATCH ⏰: 10am & 3pm ET 📺: Spectrum cable channel 1 💻: SpectrumNews1.com 📱: Spectrum News app

At the @kydemocrats.org convention today, I was elected to represent the 6th Congressional District on our State Central Executive Committee. I’m grateful to my fellow delegates for putting their faith in me and ready to get to work electing Democratic candidates who are ready to meet this moment 💙