Shawn Skelly
@sskelly.bsky.social
Public servant. Veteran. Not going anywhere quietly. Live rock shows are life.
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Our landmark 2020 Supreme Court case, Bostock v. Clayton County, guarantees that transgender people can't be fired because of our gender identity.
Now, the Trump administration wants to abandon protecting workers who are trans — but federal law is on our side.
Now, the Trump administration wants to abandon protecting workers who are trans — but federal law is on our side.
The Agency That Protects US Worker Rights Isn’t Helping Trans People
Under the Trump administration, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has thwarted nearly all cases filed by trans workers.
www.bloomberg.com
December 4, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Our landmark 2020 Supreme Court case, Bostock v. Clayton County, guarantees that transgender people can't be fired because of our gender identity.
Now, the Trump administration wants to abandon protecting workers who are trans — but federal law is on our side.
Now, the Trump administration wants to abandon protecting workers who are trans — but federal law is on our side.
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In the 1950s, LGBTQ+ public servants were pushed out of government due to their identity.
As HRC’s Jonathan Lovitz illustrates, the recent dismissal of David Maltinsky for displaying a Pride flag is a warning sign that those days may return. https://bit.ly/49Fc18x
As HRC’s Jonathan Lovitz illustrates, the recent dismissal of David Maltinsky for displaying a Pride flag is a warning sign that those days may return. https://bit.ly/49Fc18x
November 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
In the 1950s, LGBTQ+ public servants were pushed out of government due to their identity.
As HRC’s Jonathan Lovitz illustrates, the recent dismissal of David Maltinsky for displaying a Pride flag is a warning sign that those days may return. https://bit.ly/49Fc18x
As HRC’s Jonathan Lovitz illustrates, the recent dismissal of David Maltinsky for displaying a Pride flag is a warning sign that those days may return. https://bit.ly/49Fc18x
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Today, MAP honors Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR). Established nationally in 1999, TDoR remembers the lives of transgender and nonbinary people that have been lost to unconscionable violence. 🏳️⚧️
November 21, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Today, MAP honors Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR). Established nationally in 1999, TDoR remembers the lives of transgender and nonbinary people that have been lost to unconscionable violence. 🏳️⚧️
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Today is the Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day of mourning, our hearts are with the loved ones of trans people taken from us this year. As our government normalizes transphobia, our opposition must be crystal clear. To our trans community: We will not stop fighting alongside you.
November 20, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Today is the Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day of mourning, our hearts are with the loved ones of trans people taken from us this year. As our government normalizes transphobia, our opposition must be crystal clear. To our trans community: We will not stop fighting alongside you.
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Ending fatal violence against our trans community requires more than tracking data — it calls for action.
Join us in honoring the memory of each life lost by supporting the safety, dignity, and belonging of our entire trans community: hrc.im/transdayofremembrance
Join us in honoring the memory of each life lost by supporting the safety, dignity, and belonging of our entire trans community: hrc.im/transdayofremembrance
November 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Ending fatal violence against our trans community requires more than tracking data — it calls for action.
Join us in honoring the memory of each life lost by supporting the safety, dignity, and belonging of our entire trans community: hrc.im/transdayofremembrance
Join us in honoring the memory of each life lost by supporting the safety, dignity, and belonging of our entire trans community: hrc.im/transdayofremembrance
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On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, we mourn those whose lives were lost to anti-trans violence.
We honor those we lost by continuing our fight for justice.
We honor those we lost by continuing our fight for justice.
On Trans Day of Remembrance, My Grief is My Power | ACLU
As the trans community remembers those we’ve lost, I find strength in understanding why the grievous injustices that continue to harm our community must be stopped.
www.aclu.org
November 20, 2025 at 4:02 PM
On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, we mourn those whose lives were lost to anti-trans violence.
We honor those we lost by continuing our fight for justice.
We honor those we lost by continuing our fight for justice.
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On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we grieve and celebrate the lives of transgender, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, and gender-nonconforming people taken by anti-trans violence. We won’t stop working until all trans people are safe, protected, and respected. Visit the digital memorial:https://bit.ly/482z3nm
November 20, 2025 at 3:53 PM
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we grieve and celebrate the lives of transgender, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, and gender-nonconforming people taken by anti-trans violence. We won’t stop working until all trans people are safe, protected, and respected. Visit the digital memorial:https://bit.ly/482z3nm
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On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor and remember the lives lost to anti-trans violence.
Transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming people deserve to live safe, authentic lives free of violence. We will keep fighting in court for a world where this is a reality for everyone.
Transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming people deserve to live safe, authentic lives free of violence. We will keep fighting in court for a world where this is a reality for everyone.
November 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor and remember the lives lost to anti-trans violence.
Transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming people deserve to live safe, authentic lives free of violence. We will keep fighting in court for a world where this is a reality for everyone.
Transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming people deserve to live safe, authentic lives free of violence. We will keep fighting in court for a world where this is a reality for everyone.
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Transgender Day of Remembrance honors the trans people whose lives were taken by anti-trans violence. We remember them and continue the fight for safety, dignity, and justice.
#TheMarchContinues #YallMeansAll
#TheMarchContinues #YallMeansAll
November 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Transgender Day of Remembrance honors the trans people whose lives were taken by anti-trans violence. We remember them and continue the fight for safety, dignity, and justice.
#TheMarchContinues #YallMeansAll
#TheMarchContinues #YallMeansAll
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On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the trans people lost to violence in the U.S. this year.
Widespread poverty, homelessness, and discrimination makes trans people 4x more likely to experience violence than the average person.
We shouldn’t have to live in fear to be who we are.
Widespread poverty, homelessness, and discrimination makes trans people 4x more likely to experience violence than the average person.
We shouldn’t have to live in fear to be who we are.
November 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM
On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the trans people lost to violence in the U.S. this year.
Widespread poverty, homelessness, and discrimination makes trans people 4x more likely to experience violence than the average person.
We shouldn’t have to live in fear to be who we are.
Widespread poverty, homelessness, and discrimination makes trans people 4x more likely to experience violence than the average person.
We shouldn’t have to live in fear to be who we are.
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On #TransDayOfRemembrance, we honor our trans siblings lost to fatal violence and their impact.
We will not stop fighting until trans people are not just able to survive, but thrive and live safe, full, and joyful lives. May our collective grief, reflection, and action lead to a better future.
We will not stop fighting until trans people are not just able to survive, but thrive and live safe, full, and joyful lives. May our collective grief, reflection, and action lead to a better future.
November 20, 2025 at 2:18 PM
On #TransDayOfRemembrance, we honor our trans siblings lost to fatal violence and their impact.
We will not stop fighting until trans people are not just able to survive, but thrive and live safe, full, and joyful lives. May our collective grief, reflection, and action lead to a better future.
We will not stop fighting until trans people are not just able to survive, but thrive and live safe, full, and joyful lives. May our collective grief, reflection, and action lead to a better future.
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Today is Trans Day of Remembrance.🕯️🤍💐This day is always bittersweet, as we mourn those we’ve lost and celebrate their lives. (1/3)
November 20, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Today is Trans Day of Remembrance.🕯️🤍💐This day is always bittersweet, as we mourn those we’ve lost and celebrate their lives. (1/3)
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Music is a powerful tool to unpack, understand, and honor our identities.
Vibe out to our curated selection of trans & nonbinary artists and related songs to celebrate Transgender Awareness Week: hrc.im/transawarenesstunes
#Trans #TransAwarenessWeek
Vibe out to our curated selection of trans & nonbinary artists and related songs to celebrate Transgender Awareness Week: hrc.im/transawarenesstunes
#Trans #TransAwarenessWeek
November 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Music is a powerful tool to unpack, understand, and honor our identities.
Vibe out to our curated selection of trans & nonbinary artists and related songs to celebrate Transgender Awareness Week: hrc.im/transawarenesstunes
#Trans #TransAwarenessWeek
Vibe out to our curated selection of trans & nonbinary artists and related songs to celebrate Transgender Awareness Week: hrc.im/transawarenesstunes
#Trans #TransAwarenessWeek
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Exciting news! We’re partnering with @americanprogress.bsky.social to launch the Transgender Veterans Toolkit—a practical, state-focused resource for policymakers
If you work on state policy, know folks who do, or want to be part of the solution, SHARE this video.
Learn more here: lnkd.in/gXFMYeQe
If you work on state policy, know folks who do, or want to be part of the solution, SHARE this video.
Learn more here: lnkd.in/gXFMYeQe
November 12, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Exciting news! We’re partnering with @americanprogress.bsky.social to launch the Transgender Veterans Toolkit—a practical, state-focused resource for policymakers
If you work on state policy, know folks who do, or want to be part of the solution, SHARE this video.
Learn more here: lnkd.in/gXFMYeQe
If you work on state policy, know folks who do, or want to be part of the solution, SHARE this video.
Learn more here: lnkd.in/gXFMYeQe
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Transgender Awareness Week is a time to celebrate and uplift the transgender and gender-nonconforming community. Trans rights are human rights. 🏳️⚧️
The SPLC resolves to continue to work to make our democracy and country inclusive and safe for all. #LGBTQRights
The SPLC resolves to continue to work to make our democracy and country inclusive and safe for all. #LGBTQRights
November 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Transgender Awareness Week is a time to celebrate and uplift the transgender and gender-nonconforming community. Trans rights are human rights. 🏳️⚧️
The SPLC resolves to continue to work to make our democracy and country inclusive and safe for all. #LGBTQRights
The SPLC resolves to continue to work to make our democracy and country inclusive and safe for all. #LGBTQRights
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From November 13-19 we recognize Transgender Awareness Week - a time to especially focus on understanding trans people and the issues that this community faces. On November 20 we mourn our trans siblings lost due to violence and discrimination.
November 13, 2025 at 8:03 PM
From November 13-19 we recognize Transgender Awareness Week - a time to especially focus on understanding trans people and the issues that this community faces. On November 20 we mourn our trans siblings lost due to violence and discrimination.
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Transgender Awareness Week is about more than visibility – it’s about action. Transgender people deserve safety, dignity, and equality in every aspect of life – from schools and health care to work and public spaces. GLAD Law is proud to fight for transgender rights and justice for all. 🏳️⚧️
November 13, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Transgender Awareness Week is about more than visibility – it’s about action. Transgender people deserve safety, dignity, and equality in every aspect of life – from schools and health care to work and public spaces. GLAD Law is proud to fight for transgender rights and justice for all. 🏳️⚧️
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"Trans people are the canary in the coal mine, but the air is getting thin for everyone," former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Readiness Shawn Skelly told The Advocate.
Before No Kings rally, ex-Pentagon official warns Trump's anti-trans agenda threatens democracy
"Trans people are the canary in the coal mine, but the air is getting thin for everyone," former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Readiness Shawn Skelly told The Advocate.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:55 PM
"Trans people are the canary in the coal mine, but the air is getting thin for everyone," former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Readiness Shawn Skelly told The Advocate.
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Happy National Coming Out Day! 🏳️🌈
Whether you’re coming out, inviting in, or exploring, telling your story is an act of resistance in this moment.
Share your story today: hrc.im/millionvoices
#NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQ #Equality
Whether you’re coming out, inviting in, or exploring, telling your story is an act of resistance in this moment.
Share your story today: hrc.im/millionvoices
#NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQ #Equality
October 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Happy National Coming Out Day! 🏳️🌈
Whether you’re coming out, inviting in, or exploring, telling your story is an act of resistance in this moment.
Share your story today: hrc.im/millionvoices
#NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQ #Equality
Whether you’re coming out, inviting in, or exploring, telling your story is an act of resistance in this moment.
Share your story today: hrc.im/millionvoices
#NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQ #Equality
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Here’s a primer on ‘primer.’
It’s pronounced ‘PRIMM-er’ if you mean “a small book” or “a short informative piece of writing.”
It’s pronounced ‘PRY-mer’ if you mean “an initial coat of paint.”
It’s pronounced ‘PRIMM-er’ if you mean “a small book” or “a short informative piece of writing.”
It’s pronounced ‘PRY-mer’ if you mean “an initial coat of paint.”
October 9, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Here’s a primer on ‘primer.’
It’s pronounced ‘PRIMM-er’ if you mean “a small book” or “a short informative piece of writing.”
It’s pronounced ‘PRY-mer’ if you mean “an initial coat of paint.”
It’s pronounced ‘PRIMM-er’ if you mean “a small book” or “a short informative piece of writing.”
It’s pronounced ‘PRY-mer’ if you mean “an initial coat of paint.”
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Word. In the 1960s chapter of Of Thee I Sing I feature both the attacks on Fonda as mythic patriotism & @janefonda.com herself as an inspiring example of critical patriotism--something that has clearly endured & deepened over the six decades since.
www.bloomsbury.com/us/of-thee-i...
www.bloomsbury.com/us/of-thee-i...
October 1, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Word. In the 1960s chapter of Of Thee I Sing I feature both the attacks on Fonda as mythic patriotism & @janefonda.com herself as an inspiring example of critical patriotism--something that has clearly endured & deepened over the six decades since.
www.bloomsbury.com/us/of-thee-i...
www.bloomsbury.com/us/of-thee-i...
All I can hear is China's silence and it is deafening.
September 30, 2025 at 2:16 PM
All I can hear is China's silence and it is deafening.
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Virginia, there’s no time to waste. For the future of our Commonwealth, make your plan to vote today:
abigailspanberger.com/vote
abigailspanberger.com/vote
September 29, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Virginia, there’s no time to waste. For the future of our Commonwealth, make your plan to vote today:
abigailspanberger.com/vote
abigailspanberger.com/vote