Michael Lehrer
@michaellehrer.bsky.social
Sports data person. Chicagoan. Night owl.
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Illinois is launching a first-of-its-kind legal hotline for LGBTQ+ individuals — Illinois Pride Connect.
As the only state in the nation that will provide free legal advice to protect the LGBTQ+ community, we'll help fight ignorance with information and cruelty with compassion.
As the only state in the nation that will provide free legal advice to protect the LGBTQ+ community, we'll help fight ignorance with information and cruelty with compassion.
August 22, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Illinois is launching a first-of-its-kind legal hotline for LGBTQ+ individuals — Illinois Pride Connect.
As the only state in the nation that will provide free legal advice to protect the LGBTQ+ community, we'll help fight ignorance with information and cruelty with compassion.
As the only state in the nation that will provide free legal advice to protect the LGBTQ+ community, we'll help fight ignorance with information and cruelty with compassion.
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This is correct. Any candidate cynically “triangulating” on trans kids is a non-starter, and now is the time to say so. There’s still so much time to advance candidates that DON’T suck.
I will never, ever vote for Gavin Newsom. Ever, under any circumstances. I don't care if he becomes the Dem nominee, he's still not getting my vote.
On a recent podcast Gavin Newsom tells Shawn Ryan how the Trans sports issue opened the door for him to change his mind on GAC for Trans Youth.
As someone who adored him since 2004 and voted for him 5 times, I can't wait for him to leave office.
There is no way I will be voting for him a 6th time.
As someone who adored him since 2004 and voted for him 5 times, I can't wait for him to leave office.
There is no way I will be voting for him a 6th time.
July 17, 2025 at 1:03 AM
This is correct. Any candidate cynically “triangulating” on trans kids is a non-starter, and now is the time to say so. There’s still so much time to advance candidates that DON’T suck.
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We have always been here, we are here, we will always be here. So let's keep advocating and keep fighting!
so off that Supreme Court decision, we offer you a guide on how to advocate for trans rights in your community:
How to Advocate for Trans Rights in Your Community
Want to push back against the bigoted attacks targeting trans and gender-nonconforming people? Here are specific ways you can help—with your time, money, and everyday actions.
www.wired.com
June 18, 2025 at 6:24 PM
We have always been here, we are here, we will always be here. So let's keep advocating and keep fighting!
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One time someone asked me about what I do Jewishly and I started talking about a bunch of different things
She said, "wow, you must really believe in G-d"
I was like, "huh, that's never really come up"
She said, "wow, you must really believe in G-d"
I was like, "huh, that's never really come up"
Since we’re talking about Jewish atheism! It’s actually a very common thing and extremely in line with Jewish belief systems as we believe STRONGLY in skepticism and questioning. Atheism is extremely common among us and even many Rabbis are atheists.
May 23, 2025 at 11:45 PM
One time someone asked me about what I do Jewishly and I started talking about a bunch of different things
She said, "wow, you must really believe in G-d"
I was like, "huh, that's never really come up"
She said, "wow, you must really believe in G-d"
I was like, "huh, that's never really come up"
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🚨 In addition to banning gender affirming medical treatment through Medicaid, Trump's reconciliation bill PROHIBITS health insurance purchased through Obamacare exchanges from offering transition care.
Detransition care, though, is specifically protected. CALL YOUR HOUSE REPS!
Detransition care, though, is specifically protected. CALL YOUR HOUSE REPS!
May 22, 2025 at 4:39 AM
🚨 In addition to banning gender affirming medical treatment through Medicaid, Trump's reconciliation bill PROHIBITS health insurance purchased through Obamacare exchanges from offering transition care.
Detransition care, though, is specifically protected. CALL YOUR HOUSE REPS!
Detransition care, though, is specifically protected. CALL YOUR HOUSE REPS!
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My first-ever op-ed for MSNBC has gone live:
Opinion | I am a Jew. I am a woman. But to Trump, I’m the wrong kind of both and not worth protecting.
The administration’s claims to zealously protect women and Jews don’t apply to me.
www.msnbc.com
May 1, 2025 at 6:12 PM
My first-ever op-ed for MSNBC has gone live:
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cis friends this is a RED ALERT
read Erin’s entire thread
and when you see ANYONE believing the unscientific lies in this you we need you to shut it down
EVERY major medical association in the US approves of transition care for kids
MAKE THEM READ THIS AND LISTEN TO ACTUAL DOCTORS
read Erin’s entire thread
and when you see ANYONE believing the unscientific lies in this you we need you to shut it down
EVERY major medical association in the US approves of transition care for kids
MAKE THEM READ THIS AND LISTEN TO ACTUAL DOCTORS
May 1, 2025 at 7:22 PM
cis friends this is a RED ALERT
read Erin’s entire thread
and when you see ANYONE believing the unscientific lies in this you we need you to shut it down
EVERY major medical association in the US approves of transition care for kids
MAKE THEM READ THIS AND LISTEN TO ACTUAL DOCTORS
read Erin’s entire thread
and when you see ANYONE believing the unscientific lies in this you we need you to shut it down
EVERY major medical association in the US approves of transition care for kids
MAKE THEM READ THIS AND LISTEN TO ACTUAL DOCTORS
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We need to stand up for our trans siblings now, yesterday, and every day. Trans rights are human rights 🏳️⚧️
April 17, 2025 at 3:36 PM
We need to stand up for our trans siblings now, yesterday, and every day. Trans rights are human rights 🏳️⚧️
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jupiter wishes you a very happy trans day of visibility 🏳️⚧️
March 31, 2025 at 3:57 PM
jupiter wishes you a very happy trans day of visibility 🏳️⚧️
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There are trans Americans right now looking out at this world and wondering if anyone is going to stand up for them and for their simple right to exist.
Well, I am. We are. We will.
Well, I am. We are. We will.
March 31, 2025 at 4:16 PM
There are trans Americans right now looking out at this world and wondering if anyone is going to stand up for them and for their simple right to exist.
Well, I am. We are. We will.
Well, I am. We are. We will.
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Thousands gathered in Chicago’s Federal Plaza for the Rally for Trans Visibility, sending a clear message: trans rights are non-negotiable. 🏳️⚧️
On assignment for @windycitytimes.com
#TDOV
On assignment for @windycitytimes.com
#TDOV
‘We’re not going anywhere’: Chicago rally draws thousands to defend trans rights - Windy City Times
Thousands of transgender people and their allies took to the streets of Chicago on March 30 in a powerful celebration of the trans community and call to action amid growing attacks on its rights. The ...
windycitytimes.com
March 31, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Thousands gathered in Chicago’s Federal Plaza for the Rally for Trans Visibility, sending a clear message: trans rights are non-negotiable. 🏳️⚧️
On assignment for @windycitytimes.com
#TDOV
On assignment for @windycitytimes.com
#TDOV
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In front of Lurie children’s hospital in Chicago, hundreds of people are showing up to defend access to gender-affirming care for trans youth!!
❤️❤️❤️
❤️❤️❤️
February 15, 2025 at 7:36 PM
In front of Lurie children’s hospital in Chicago, hundreds of people are showing up to defend access to gender-affirming care for trans youth!!
❤️❤️❤️
❤️❤️❤️
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Roses are red,
Elon's a knob,
Elon's a knob,
February 15, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Roses are red,
Elon's a knob,
Elon's a knob,
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6️⃣ Helping trans people isn’t theoretical. It’s urgent.
So if you’ve ever asked, How can I help?—this is your answer. Give money. Give time. Show up.
The people trying to make life impossible for trans people aren’t waiting. And neither should you. open.substack.com/pub/aridrenn...
So if you’ve ever asked, How can I help?—this is your answer. Give money. Give time. Show up.
The people trying to make life impossible for trans people aren’t waiting. And neither should you. open.substack.com/pub/aridrenn...
As Trump takes aim at trans people, here's how you can help
A list of actions that individuals and elected officials can take
open.substack.com
February 4, 2025 at 10:34 PM
6️⃣ Helping trans people isn’t theoretical. It’s urgent.
So if you’ve ever asked, How can I help?—this is your answer. Give money. Give time. Show up.
The people trying to make life impossible for trans people aren’t waiting. And neither should you. open.substack.com/pub/aridrenn...
So if you’ve ever asked, How can I help?—this is your answer. Give money. Give time. Show up.
The people trying to make life impossible for trans people aren’t waiting. And neither should you. open.substack.com/pub/aridrenn...
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wrote this in the trans tuesday essay after the election and it bears repeating today
my trans siblings, i love you
we need you 🩷
my trans siblings, i love you
we need you 🩷
January 29, 2025 at 4:58 AM
wrote this in the trans tuesday essay after the election and it bears repeating today
my trans siblings, i love you
we need you 🩷
my trans siblings, i love you
we need you 🩷
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8/ Every day you live as your authentic self is a small act of rebellion, a quiet reminder that no law or order can erase who we are. Stand tall, support each other, and remember: we’re not going anywhere. aridrennen.substack.com/p/sound-and-...
Sound and Fury: Some Initial Thoughts on Trump's Scary Anti-Trans Executive Orders
The Trump administration’s flurry of executive orders targeting trans rights is meant to scare you.
aridrennen.substack.com
January 23, 2025 at 9:38 PM
8/ Every day you live as your authentic self is a small act of rebellion, a quiet reminder that no law or order can erase who we are. Stand tall, support each other, and remember: we’re not going anywhere. aridrennen.substack.com/p/sound-and-...
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DO NOT PANIC
the immediate impact this will have on you is small, they have to enforce it, and there will likely be lawsuits and ways to fight it
it will be a developing story
and cis friends? no shit:
NOW’S THE TIME TO NOT STAND FOR THIS SHIT
be ready to step up and say NO
the immediate impact this will have on you is small, they have to enforce it, and there will likely be lawsuits and ways to fight it
it will be a developing story
and cis friends? no shit:
NOW’S THE TIME TO NOT STAND FOR THIS SHIT
be ready to step up and say NO
🚨 Trump will instruct the federal government tomorrow via an executive order to not recognize that transgender people exist and exclusively recognize people as their sex assigned at birth.
www.thefp.com/p/trumps-day...
www.thefp.com/p/trumps-day...
EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s Day One Executive Order on ‘Male and Female’
The White House strikes out at gender ideology and pronouns. Also: ends housing of biological men in women’s prisons; self-ID on passports; and more.
www.thefp.com
January 20, 2025 at 3:47 AM
DO NOT PANIC
the immediate impact this will have on you is small, they have to enforce it, and there will likely be lawsuits and ways to fight it
it will be a developing story
and cis friends? no shit:
NOW’S THE TIME TO NOT STAND FOR THIS SHIT
be ready to step up and say NO
the immediate impact this will have on you is small, they have to enforce it, and there will likely be lawsuits and ways to fight it
it will be a developing story
and cis friends? no shit:
NOW’S THE TIME TO NOT STAND FOR THIS SHIT
be ready to step up and say NO
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Star Trek TNG, S2E9: Picard schools a bigot on bodily autonomy, fundamental rights, and respecting people's pronouns
10/10 this is the reason people like Star Trek
10/10 this is the reason people like Star Trek
December 6, 2024 at 10:09 PM
Star Trek TNG, S2E9: Picard schools a bigot on bodily autonomy, fundamental rights, and respecting people's pronouns
10/10 this is the reason people like Star Trek
10/10 this is the reason people like Star Trek
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I would like to speak up today for the trans community.
You see, I know a bit of what it’s like to be politically scapegoated. When Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, suddenly anyone in America who had any amount of Japanese ancestry became suspect. Politicians preyed upon ignorance and fear. /1
You see, I know a bit of what it’s like to be politically scapegoated. When Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, suddenly anyone in America who had any amount of Japanese ancestry became suspect. Politicians preyed upon ignorance and fear. /1
November 17, 2024 at 6:19 PM
I would like to speak up today for the trans community.
You see, I know a bit of what it’s like to be politically scapegoated. When Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, suddenly anyone in America who had any amount of Japanese ancestry became suspect. Politicians preyed upon ignorance and fear. /1
You see, I know a bit of what it’s like to be politically scapegoated. When Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, suddenly anyone in America who had any amount of Japanese ancestry became suspect. Politicians preyed upon ignorance and fear. /1
Good morning Wrigley Field
November 16, 2024 at 3:04 PM
Good morning Wrigley Field
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I really want to survive. It kept me closeted for so long. It's left me fearful of the upcoming election.
If you're debating whether to vote or who to vote for, I'd ask that you please vote for Harris…because I want to survive and thrive.
If you're debating whether to vote or who to vote for, I'd ask that you please vote for Harris…because I want to survive and thrive.
October 28, 2024 at 12:47 AM
I really want to survive. It kept me closeted for so long. It's left me fearful of the upcoming election.
If you're debating whether to vote or who to vote for, I'd ask that you please vote for Harris…because I want to survive and thrive.
If you're debating whether to vote or who to vote for, I'd ask that you please vote for Harris…because I want to survive and thrive.
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its okay everyone, for the first time ever, my mom settled the debate
November 28, 2023 at 5:13 AM
its okay everyone, for the first time ever, my mom settled the debate
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Once again:
WAR SHOULD NOT BE TREATED AS A SPORT IN WHICH WE WAVE OUR FLAGS AND ROOT FOR OUR TEAM.
THE ONLY WINNER IS PEACE.
Everyone and everything else loses.
Is loss.
Is lost.
WAR SHOULD NOT BE TREATED AS A SPORT IN WHICH WE WAVE OUR FLAGS AND ROOT FOR OUR TEAM.
THE ONLY WINNER IS PEACE.
Everyone and everything else loses.
Is loss.
Is lost.
October 13, 2023 at 10:23 PM
Once again:
WAR SHOULD NOT BE TREATED AS A SPORT IN WHICH WE WAVE OUR FLAGS AND ROOT FOR OUR TEAM.
THE ONLY WINNER IS PEACE.
Everyone and everything else loses.
Is loss.
Is lost.
WAR SHOULD NOT BE TREATED AS A SPORT IN WHICH WE WAVE OUR FLAGS AND ROOT FOR OUR TEAM.
THE ONLY WINNER IS PEACE.
Everyone and everything else loses.
Is loss.
Is lost.