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Another one caves. (Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego has followed suit, as described in Reed's article.) History will judge their completely unnecessary pre-compliance justifiably harshly.
January 22, 2026 at 3:43 AM
Another one caves. (Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego has followed suit, as described in Reed's article.) History will judge their completely unnecessary pre-compliance justifiably harshly.
This ruling is hardly surprising. Reed is right to describe Kacsmaryk as “far right.“
Judge Kacsmaryk Compares Drag To Blackface, Allows College Campus Drag Ban In Texas • The judge also ruled that drag shows do not convey any message about gender subversion, exempting it from first amendment protections.
Judge Kacsmaryk Compares Drag To Blackface, Allows College Campus Drag Ban In Texas
The judge also ruled that drag shows do not convey any message about gender subversion, exempting it from first amendment protections.
www.erininthemorning.com
January 22, 2026 at 3:26 AM
This ruling is hardly surprising. Reed is right to describe Kacsmaryk as “far right.“
UW Health in Wisconsin has made the wrong decision.
Trans teen, advocates: UW Health pausing gender-affirming care 'damaging' for trans youth
MADISON, Wis. — UW Health will pause gender-affirming care for patients under 18, a move local advocates and members of the trans community say can put a pause
fox47.com
January 18, 2026 at 6:58 AM
UW Health in Wisconsin has made the wrong decision.
The best thing about this terrible situation is that this article only interviews one person who supports this ruling, the state attorney general, whereas numerous advocates for trans youth are interviewed and there are a few resources shared at the end.
Missouri Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth
Missouri's Supreme Court has upheld a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
www.kctv5.com
January 17, 2026 at 6:34 AM
The best thing about this terrible situation is that this article only interviews one person who supports this ruling, the state attorney general, whereas numerous advocates for trans youth are interviewed and there are a few resources shared at the end.
New from Louisiana.
State judge set to hear arguments over Louisiana's trans youth health care ban • Louisiana Illuminator
A judge is expected to rule as soon as this week on a lawsuit against Louisiana's ban on transgender health care for minors.
lailluminator.com
January 17, 2026 at 6:26 AM
New from Louisiana.
HUGE kudos and thanks to the schools and school districts standing up to Trump's transphobic, sexist bullying.
"No Investigation Will Stop Us From Taking Care Of Our Kids": School Districts Respond To Latest Anti-Trans Threats From Trump Admin • School districts in CA, CT, HI, ME, MA, NV, NY, PA, VT, and WA received word that they would be placed under investigation for trans-supportive policies.
"No Investigation Will Stop Us From Taking Care Of Our Kids": School Districts Respond To Latest Anti-Trans Threats From Trump Admin
School districts in CA, CT, HI, ME, MA, NV, NY, PA, VT, and WA received word that they would be placed under investigation for trans-supportive policies.
www.erininthemorning.com
January 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM
HUGE kudos and thanks to the schools and school districts standing up to Trump's transphobic, sexist bullying.
If you’re in New Jersey, follow Reed’s suggestions at the end of this article for actions to take. If you’re not, please forward to the New Jersey folks you know.
New Jersey Remains Among Last Blue States Without Trans Shield Law As Democrats Punt To Next Session • There’s a new governor, a new legislature, and a new call to action. Will New Jersey lawmakers finally protect trans kids’ care?
New Jersey Remains Among Last Blue States Without Trans Shield Law As Democrats Punt To Next Session
There’s a new governor, a new legislature, and a new call to action. Will New Jersey lawmakers finally protect trans kids’ care?
www.erininthemorning.com
January 15, 2026 at 2:16 AM
If you’re in New Jersey, follow Reed’s suggestions at the end of this article for actions to take. If you’re not, please forward to the New Jersey folks you know.
This case was heard yesterday (Tuesday). But this remains an important summary of why this case is so critical.
Tomorrow's SCOTUS Case Is Not Just About Transgender Sports; Ruling Could Impact All Trans Rights • Though much of the reporting on the Little v. Hecox court case is about transgender sports participation, the SCOTUS ruling could impact all rights of transgender people.
Tomorrow's SCOTUS Case Is Not Just About Transgender Sports; Ruling Could Impact All Trans Rights
Though much of the reporting on the Little v. Hecox court case is about transgender sports participation, the SCOTUS ruling could impact all rights of transgender people.
www.erininthemorning.com
January 14, 2026 at 8:08 AM
This case was heard yesterday (Tuesday). But this remains an important summary of why this case is so critical.
THIS is how you use your billions to make the world a better place. All those billionaire men need to take a lesson from MacKenzie Scott. Huge gratitude to her for this amazing gift.
January 14, 2026 at 8:02 AM
THIS is how you use your billions to make the world a better place. All those billionaire men need to take a lesson from MacKenzie Scott. Huge gratitude to her for this amazing gift.
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Op-Ed: With KOSA, Elizabeth Warren is Betraying the Trans Youth She Claims to Protect • Evan Greer writes for EITM: "KOSA’s re-emergence comes during a moment of existential crisis for the Democratic party."
Op-Ed: With KOSA, Elizabeth Warren is Betraying the Trans Youth She Claims to Protect
Evan Greer writes for EITM: "KOSA’s re-emergence comes during a moment of existential crisis for the Democratic party."
www.erininthemorning.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Op-Ed: With KOSA, Elizabeth Warren is Betraying the Trans Youth She Claims to Protect • Evan Greer writes for EITM: "KOSA’s re-emergence comes during a moment of existential crisis for the Democratic party."
The stats here are better than i thought they'd be.
Majority of Americans think GOP has a transphobia problem
A YouGov poll has found the majority of Americans believe Republican politicians have a transphobia problem.
www.thepinknews.com
January 13, 2026 at 2:46 AM
The stats here are better than i thought they'd be.
The evidence in favor of puberty blockers is large and overwhelming. It is not an exaggeration to say that they do, in fact, save lives.
Yet another study proves puberty blockers are life-saving
Yet another study, published in the Journal of Paediatrics, has proved puberty blockers are life-saving for trans youth.
www.thepinknews.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:29 AM
The evidence in favor of puberty blockers is large and overwhelming. It is not an exaggeration to say that they do, in fact, save lives.
This is how ridiculous this is getting.
Texas A&M Bans Philosophy Prof. From Teaching Plato Because of "Gender Ideology" • “Silencing 2,500-year-old ideas from one of the world’s most influential thinkers betrays the mission of higher education.”
Texas A&M Bans Philosophy Prof. From Teaching Plato Because of "Gender Ideology"
“Silencing 2,500-year-old ideas from one of the world’s most influential thinkers betrays the mission of higher education.”
www.erininthemorning.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:26 AM
This is how ridiculous this is getting.
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Over 400,000 Transgender People Have Moved States Since Trump's Election • The large migration builds on earlier movements of transgender people in response to anti-transgender legislation.
Over 400,000 Transgender People Have Moved States Since Trump's Election
The large migration builds on earlier movements of transgender people in response to anti-transgender legislation.
www.erininthemorning.com
January 10, 2026 at 12:36 AM
If your family needs resources as you figure out how to proceed -- or if you want more info on what's going on -- check out this R2T2 page: reflectingrainbowtweensandteens.lgbt/restriction.....
If you know people in New Jersey, please spread the word right away. If you live in New Jersey, please contact your representatives and senators immediately. There's a link to do so in Erin Reed's article.
As Lameduck Inches Towards End, NJ Trans Rights Bill Could Die
“I don't understand how leadership can decide to go against their own caucus.”
www.erininthemorning.com
January 8, 2026 at 12:11 AM
If you know people in New Jersey, please spread the word right away. If you live in New Jersey, please contact your representatives and senators immediately. There's a link to do so in Erin Reed's article.