Brooke Mels
@brookemelz.bsky.social
Jurisprudence nerd and Georgia legislative advocate
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LIFE OR DEATH URGENT: Does anyone have ANY wheelchair accessible housing I can stay at in the DC area so I don't have to live on the street and die?
I'm going to be kicked out onto the street in 2 days
Made an official fundraiser:
Keep a Disabled Trans Woman Housed
givebutter.com/iG0zWz
(More info in the link)
Keep a Disabled Trans Woman Housed
givebutter.com/iG0zWz
(More info in the link)
February 18, 2026 at 6:31 PM
LIFE OR DEATH URGENT: Does anyone have ANY wheelchair accessible housing I can stay at in the DC area so I don't have to live on the street and die?
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🧵 THREAD: 🚨The Prairieland Case is a five-alarm fire for the right to protest in America🚨
If you care about your neighbors being terrorized by ICE — and about your own freedom to dissent — you need to understand what's happening in Texas right now. /1
If you care about your neighbors being terrorized by ICE — and about your own freedom to dissent — you need to understand what's happening in Texas right now. /1
February 17, 2026 at 4:54 PM
🧵 THREAD: 🚨The Prairieland Case is a five-alarm fire for the right to protest in America🚨
If you care about your neighbors being terrorized by ICE — and about your own freedom to dissent — you need to understand what's happening in Texas right now. /1
If you care about your neighbors being terrorized by ICE — and about your own freedom to dissent — you need to understand what's happening in Texas right now. /1
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The concentration camps will not only be for immigrants, documented or otherwise. They already aren't.
They won't only be for brown and Black people.
The targets will keep expanding. It will not end.
The only way it will is if we stop it. Both in and out of the system. There is no other way.
They won't only be for brown and Black people.
The targets will keep expanding. It will not end.
The only way it will is if we stop it. Both in and out of the system. There is no other way.
February 17, 2026 at 10:49 PM
The concentration camps will not only be for immigrants, documented or otherwise. They already aren't.
They won't only be for brown and Black people.
The targets will keep expanding. It will not end.
The only way it will is if we stop it. Both in and out of the system. There is no other way.
They won't only be for brown and Black people.
The targets will keep expanding. It will not end.
The only way it will is if we stop it. Both in and out of the system. There is no other way.
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Democrats are endlessly debating about trans girls in sports, while the right is narrowing in on trying to ban HRT for all ages.
And then liberals get angry at trans people who shut down their concern trolling about "polls."
How much polling do you need to oppose genocidal policies?
And then liberals get angry at trans people who shut down their concern trolling about "polls."
How much polling do you need to oppose genocidal policies?
Kevin Roberts, President of The Heritage Foundation, claims that evidence suggests a correlation between undergoing Trans Medical Care and acts of violence.
He states Heritage's public policy solution is to ban it for all ages and they're willing to work towards this goal on an incremental basis.
He states Heritage's public policy solution is to ban it for all ages and they're willing to work towards this goal on an incremental basis.
February 18, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Democrats are endlessly debating about trans girls in sports, while the right is narrowing in on trying to ban HRT for all ages.
And then liberals get angry at trans people who shut down their concern trolling about "polls."
How much polling do you need to oppose genocidal policies?
And then liberals get angry at trans people who shut down their concern trolling about "polls."
How much polling do you need to oppose genocidal policies?
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They raided the jailed children to steal their letters.
The problem, in federal officials' minds, wasn't confining children in prison-camp conditions; it was that the children could tell the public about it.
The problem, in federal officials' minds, wasn't confining children in prison-camp conditions; it was that the children could tell the public about it.
“I don’t want to be in this place I want to go to my school.”
- 7 year old imprisoned by ICE for 70 days in a concentration camp in Texas.
Today, after @propublica.org published this story, the camp was raided to confiscate letters from the children.
www.propublica.org/article/ice-...
- 7 year old imprisoned by ICE for 70 days in a concentration camp in Texas.
Today, after @propublica.org published this story, the camp was raided to confiscate letters from the children.
www.propublica.org/article/ice-...
February 17, 2026 at 8:01 PM
They raided the jailed children to steal their letters.
The problem, in federal officials' minds, wasn't confining children in prison-camp conditions; it was that the children could tell the public about it.
The problem, in federal officials' minds, wasn't confining children in prison-camp conditions; it was that the children could tell the public about it.
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I don't think many cis people realize how much...
1) Blatant transphobia and harassment by the "you have to support Newsom" crowd.
2) UK tearing apart trans rights under a centrist/liberal gov.
3) Blue state govs refusing to enforce trans protections.
Is reshaping how we see liberals and Dems.
1) Blatant transphobia and harassment by the "you have to support Newsom" crowd.
2) UK tearing apart trans rights under a centrist/liberal gov.
3) Blue state govs refusing to enforce trans protections.
Is reshaping how we see liberals and Dems.
February 15, 2026 at 4:38 PM
I don't think many cis people realize how much...
1) Blatant transphobia and harassment by the "you have to support Newsom" crowd.
2) UK tearing apart trans rights under a centrist/liberal gov.
3) Blue state govs refusing to enforce trans protections.
Is reshaping how we see liberals and Dems.
1) Blatant transphobia and harassment by the "you have to support Newsom" crowd.
2) UK tearing apart trans rights under a centrist/liberal gov.
3) Blue state govs refusing to enforce trans protections.
Is reshaping how we see liberals and Dems.
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Thanks for having me on @joyannreid.bsky.social to talk about the Fulton county raids and my visit to Stewart Detention Center.
On this #obamaday TJRS: the right believed in conspiracy theories, right up until their side was the one creating the police state. @ruwaromman.bsky.social & @deanobeidallah.bsky.social join the show! www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKCU...
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February 17, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Thanks for having me on @joyannreid.bsky.social to talk about the Fulton county raids and my visit to Stewart Detention Center.
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Out On Film announces spring mini fest lineup
Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ film festival, has announced the line-up for the fourth annual Spring Mini Fest. From March 17-19, five LGBTQ+ films will come to Landmark Midtown Arts Cinema as part of Out On Film’s Queer All Year initiative. Tickets are…
Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ film festival, has announced the line-up for the fourth annual Spring Mini Fest. From March 17-19, five LGBTQ+ films will come to Landmark Midtown Arts Cinema as part of Out On Film’s Queer All Year initiative. Tickets are…
Out On Film announces spring mini fest lineup
Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ film festival, has announced the line-up for the fourth annual Spring Mini Fest. From March 17-19, five LGBTQ+ films will come to Landmark Midtown Arts Cinema as part of Out On Film’s Queer All Year initiative. Tickets are available for each film, or attendees can purchase a festival pass to watch all five films for the price of four. Out On Film 2026 Mini Fest Schedule A Deeper Love: the Story of Miss PeppermintMarch 17, 7 p.m. A Deeper Love is an award-winning documentary following nearly a decade in the life of Miss Peppermint, a Black trans artist and activist whose decision to come out publicly as trans marked a turning point for trans representation on stage and screen.
roughdraftatlanta.com
February 17, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Out On Film announces spring mini fest lineup
Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ film festival, has announced the line-up for the fourth annual Spring Mini Fest. From March 17-19, five LGBTQ+ films will come to Landmark Midtown Arts Cinema as part of Out On Film’s Queer All Year initiative. Tickets are…
Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ film festival, has announced the line-up for the fourth annual Spring Mini Fest. From March 17-19, five LGBTQ+ films will come to Landmark Midtown Arts Cinema as part of Out On Film’s Queer All Year initiative. Tickets are…
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The SAVE Act isn’t a voter ID bill.
It goes far beyond that – mandating specific government documents that take time and money to obtain, like a birth certificate or passport.
Very telling when they compare voting – a RIGHT – to everyday activities that require ID.
It goes far beyond that – mandating specific government documents that take time and money to obtain, like a birth certificate or passport.
Very telling when they compare voting – a RIGHT – to everyday activities that require ID.
Waiting for the press conference to start at 10:30 am. These are set up in the conference room we are at. Voter ID has been required in Az for 20 years.
February 13, 2026 at 5:20 PM
The SAVE Act isn’t a voter ID bill.
It goes far beyond that – mandating specific government documents that take time and money to obtain, like a birth certificate or passport.
Very telling when they compare voting – a RIGHT – to everyday activities that require ID.
It goes far beyond that – mandating specific government documents that take time and money to obtain, like a birth certificate or passport.
Very telling when they compare voting – a RIGHT – to everyday activities that require ID.
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Today we met with detainees including Rodney Taylor to hear from them directly about the conditions in Stewart Detention Center. This detention center is notorious and accounts for the majority of deaths in ICE custody.
February 13, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Today we met with detainees including Rodney Taylor to hear from them directly about the conditions in Stewart Detention Center. This detention center is notorious and accounts for the majority of deaths in ICE custody.
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ATTN: South Georgia folks! We are so excited to host our first virtual volunteer night specifically for residents of south Georgia.
Our south Georgia Virtual Volunteer Night is happening THIS Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 6-7pm.
Register at: tinyurl.com/southgavolun...
Our south Georgia Virtual Volunteer Night is happening THIS Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 6-7pm.
Register at: tinyurl.com/southgavolun...
February 16, 2026 at 6:38 PM
ATTN: South Georgia folks! We are so excited to host our first virtual volunteer night specifically for residents of south Georgia.
Our south Georgia Virtual Volunteer Night is happening THIS Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 6-7pm.
Register at: tinyurl.com/southgavolun...
Our south Georgia Virtual Volunteer Night is happening THIS Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 6-7pm.
Register at: tinyurl.com/southgavolun...
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Not one more cent should be going to concentration camps.
February 16, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Not one more cent should be going to concentration camps.
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TODAY is RUN-OFF ELECTION DAY for Senate District 18– covering parts of Macon, Warner Robins, and surrounding areas!
Polls will be open today until 7pm.
GA Equality has endorsed LeMario Brown for this race due to his commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights. Learn more: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd18
Polls will be open today until 7pm.
GA Equality has endorsed LeMario Brown for this race due to his commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights. Learn more: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd18
February 17, 2026 at 2:01 PM
TODAY is RUN-OFF ELECTION DAY for Senate District 18– covering parts of Macon, Warner Robins, and surrounding areas!
Polls will be open today until 7pm.
GA Equality has endorsed LeMario Brown for this race due to his commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights. Learn more: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd18
Polls will be open today until 7pm.
GA Equality has endorsed LeMario Brown for this race due to his commitment to defending LGBTQ+ rights. Learn more: georgiaequalitypac.org/sd18
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STOP THE SAVE ACT.
Call your Senators. 202-224-3121
Call your Senators. 202-224-3121
February 14, 2026 at 10:36 PM
STOP THE SAVE ACT.
Call your Senators. 202-224-3121
Call your Senators. 202-224-3121
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Remember if you watch this show or buy this merch, no trans person will like or trust you ever again. Sorry but those are the rules.
Hasbro and Warner Bros. Discovery have signed a multi-year deal starting in 2027 to produce Harry Potter film and television series dolls, role play, action figures, collectibles, interactive plush, board games, and more to be revealed later this year - bwnews.pr/45UKdKL
February 10, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Remember if you watch this show or buy this merch, no trans person will like or trust you ever again. Sorry but those are the rules.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:19 AM
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I, meanwhile, am working with a nonprofit organization to improve access to courts.
If you want to subscribe to Law Dork — www.lawdork.com — and/or support Public Justice — www.publicjustice.net — in our efforts, we would so appreciate it.
If you want to subscribe to Law Dork — www.lawdork.com — and/or support Public Justice — www.publicjustice.net — in our efforts, we would so appreciate it.
February 13, 2026 at 12:58 AM
I, meanwhile, am working with a nonprofit organization to improve access to courts.
If you want to subscribe to Law Dork — www.lawdork.com — and/or support Public Justice — www.publicjustice.net — in our efforts, we would so appreciate it.
If you want to subscribe to Law Dork — www.lawdork.com — and/or support Public Justice — www.publicjustice.net — in our efforts, we would so appreciate it.
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The Kansas State Legislature just passed SB 244, an extremist bill which cruelly targets trans people and their access to restrooms and accurate identity documents.
Kansans: The time to act is NOW. 🚨
Contact your legislators and urge them to SUPPORT the veto of SB 244: tinyurl.com/2m77hbkk
Kansans: The time to act is NOW. 🚨
Contact your legislators and urge them to SUPPORT the veto of SB 244: tinyurl.com/2m77hbkk
February 13, 2026 at 1:00 AM
The Kansas State Legislature just passed SB 244, an extremist bill which cruelly targets trans people and their access to restrooms and accurate identity documents.
Kansans: The time to act is NOW. 🚨
Contact your legislators and urge them to SUPPORT the veto of SB 244: tinyurl.com/2m77hbkk
Kansans: The time to act is NOW. 🚨
Contact your legislators and urge them to SUPPORT the veto of SB 244: tinyurl.com/2m77hbkk
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We have the many and can absolutely raise the money. Chip in today for a Georgia we deserve. A Georgia where we reopen hospitals, take homes back from corporate landlords, raise the minimum wage, and press pause on data centers.
February 12, 2026 at 6:25 PM
We have the many and can absolutely raise the money. Chip in today for a Georgia we deserve. A Georgia where we reopen hospitals, take homes back from corporate landlords, raise the minimum wage, and press pause on data centers.
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We can! We’ve got 3,036 volunteers signed up and the only statewide field program. Chip in to fund it: www.ruwaforgeorgia.com/pledge
February 12, 2026 at 11:22 PM
We can! We’ve got 3,036 volunteers signed up and the only statewide field program. Chip in to fund it: www.ruwaforgeorgia.com/pledge
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Today, the GA Senate shoved 2 pieces of anti-trans legislation into an otherwise GOOD bill. The 1st is a ban on puberty blockers, but only for trans youth.
The 2nd prevents ANY state funds from being used for gender affirming care, including adults.
Taking a page from the abortion ban playbook.
The 2nd prevents ANY state funds from being used for gender affirming care, including adults.
Taking a page from the abortion ban playbook.
February 11, 2026 at 2:50 AM
Today, the GA Senate shoved 2 pieces of anti-trans legislation into an otherwise GOOD bill. The 1st is a ban on puberty blockers, but only for trans youth.
The 2nd prevents ANY state funds from being used for gender affirming care, including adults.
Taking a page from the abortion ban playbook.
The 2nd prevents ANY state funds from being used for gender affirming care, including adults.
Taking a page from the abortion ban playbook.
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Georgia folks - call your legislators.
Republicans in the Georgia Senate hijacked a bill aimed at increasing access to home health care services by adding two last-minute amendments that would further restrict access to gender-affirming care for transgender Georgians. Both amendments and the bill passed in a party-line vote Tuesday.
Senate Republicans move to restrict gender-affirming care access • Georgia Recorder
House Bill 54 now prevents doctors from prescribing puberty blockers to children and bars Georgia’s state health insurance plan from covering gender-affirming care.
georgiarecorder.com
February 11, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Georgia folks - call your legislators.
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THIS ISNT A FUCKING JOKE GEORGIA REPUBLICANS ARE TRYING TO TAKE AWAY OUR HEALTHCARE FOR ALL AGES
#gapol #galeg
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#gapol #galeg
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We need your help NOW! This is being crammed through very quickly.
Please take a minute to message both your State Senator and House Rep NOW before they vote: secure.ngpvan.com/ro2Ljem8bkWJ...
This is yet another shameless attempt to play politics at the expense of transgender Georgians.
Please take a minute to message both your State Senator and House Rep NOW before they vote: secure.ngpvan.com/ro2Ljem8bkWJ...
This is yet another shameless attempt to play politics at the expense of transgender Georgians.
Action Alert: Tell your Reps to Reject Anti-Trans Medical Bans
secure.ngpvan.com
February 10, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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State Senate amends bill to include ban on trans medical care
LGBTQ+ advocacy group Georgia Equality is urging voters to message their House Representative after the State Senate voted to approve an amendment restricting transgender medical care. HB 54, which Georgia Equality describes as a…
LGBTQ+ advocacy group Georgia Equality is urging voters to message their House Representative after the State Senate voted to approve an amendment restricting transgender medical care. HB 54, which Georgia Equality describes as a…
State Senate amends bill to include ban on trans medical care
LGBTQ+ advocacy group Georgia Equality is urging voters to message their House Representative after the State Senate voted to approve an amendment restricting transgender medical care. HB 54, which Georgia Equality describes as a “previously good bill,” was amended by the State Senate on Feb. 10 to include a ban on medical care for transgender Georgians, including youth and those of all ages covered by the State Employee Health Benefit Plan. The State Employee Health Benefit Plan currently covers over half a million Georgians. “Because of this unprecedented backdoor maneuver, Georgians were not given any opportunity to review the amendment language or to provide testimony,” the organization said.
roughdraftatlanta.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:44 PM
State Senate amends bill to include ban on trans medical care
LGBTQ+ advocacy group Georgia Equality is urging voters to message their House Representative after the State Senate voted to approve an amendment restricting transgender medical care. HB 54, which Georgia Equality describes as a…
LGBTQ+ advocacy group Georgia Equality is urging voters to message their House Representative after the State Senate voted to approve an amendment restricting transgender medical care. HB 54, which Georgia Equality describes as a…