Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention were ordered to withdraw any pending publications, at any scientific journal, that mention terms such as “transgender,” “immigrant,” “L.G.B.T.” or “pregnant people.”

The Black Panther Party were trailblazers in public health. The Free Breakfast Program fed more kids than the State of California.

Black History is American History.

Another thing I made this year: Real and implied birds.

The holidays can look different for everyone, and it’s okay if they don’t always feel like the happiest time. Connection, community, and showing up for each other are most important no matter how you spend this time.

We send love and strength your way.