@steven-haden.bsky.social
Steven (he/him) is a dedicated advocate for social justice and mental health, committed to enhancing the well-being of individuals and communities. He resides in Denver with his partner and their two dogs. *Views are my own and do not reflect my employer.*
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Thousands march to the White House united in our demand. We want federal forces out of DC Now!! Free DC! Free DC! #WeAreAllDC #FreeDC
September 6, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Thousands march to the White House united in our demand. We want federal forces out of DC Now!! Free DC! Free DC! #WeAreAllDC #FreeDC
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Medicare for all, paid leave, universal childcare.
Busting up big corporations and tackling Wall Street’s greed.
Getting big money out of politics.
Supporting unions and fighting for higher wages.
If Dems want to win back working people, this is the agenda they must support.
Busting up big corporations and tackling Wall Street’s greed.
Getting big money out of politics.
Supporting unions and fighting for higher wages.
If Dems want to win back working people, this is the agenda they must support.
August 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Medicare for all, paid leave, universal childcare.
Busting up big corporations and tackling Wall Street’s greed.
Getting big money out of politics.
Supporting unions and fighting for higher wages.
If Dems want to win back working people, this is the agenda they must support.
Busting up big corporations and tackling Wall Street’s greed.
Getting big money out of politics.
Supporting unions and fighting for higher wages.
If Dems want to win back working people, this is the agenda they must support.
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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
The Cracker Barrel and Sydney Sweeney controversies “perfectly represent the way in which right-wing media both mobilizes its base and bends political reality,” our columnist David French writes.
The Cracker Barrel and Sydney Sweeney controversies “perfectly represent the way in which right-wing media both mobilizes its base and bends political reality,” our columnist David French writes.
Opinion | The Corporate Logo That Broke the Internet
How to bend political reality in two easy steps.
nyti.ms
September 1, 2025 at 1:45 AM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
The Cracker Barrel and Sydney Sweeney controversies “perfectly represent the way in which right-wing media both mobilizes its base and bends political reality,” our columnist David French writes.
The Cracker Barrel and Sydney Sweeney controversies “perfectly represent the way in which right-wing media both mobilizes its base and bends political reality,” our columnist David French writes.
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A group of global civil society organizations have placed the US on a watchlist for urgent concern over the health of its civic society, alongside Turkey, Serbia, El Salvador, Indonesia and Kenya.
July 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
A group of global civil society organizations have placed the US on a watchlist for urgent concern over the health of its civic society, alongside Turkey, Serbia, El Salvador, Indonesia and Kenya.
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The number of extreme weather disasters has jumped fivefold worldwide over the past 50 years, and the number of deaths has nearly tripled, according to the World Meteorological Organization.
The Texas Flash Flood Is a Preview of the Chaos to Come
Climate change is making disasters more common, more deadly and far more costly, even as the federal government is running away from the policies that might begin to protect the nation.
www.propublica.org
July 14, 2025 at 3:00 AM
The number of extreme weather disasters has jumped fivefold worldwide over the past 50 years, and the number of deaths has nearly tripled, according to the World Meteorological Organization.
I do not like the world as it is; so I am trying to make it a little more as I want it.” – Helen Keller, 1927
Her words are a timeless reminder that change begins with engagement. If we want a more just, inclusive, and compassionate world, we have to be part of shaping it. Show up. Speak out.
Her words are a timeless reminder that change begins with engagement. If we want a more just, inclusive, and compassionate world, we have to be part of shaping it. Show up. Speak out.
July 10, 2025 at 7:47 PM
I do not like the world as it is; so I am trying to make it a little more as I want it.” – Helen Keller, 1927
Her words are a timeless reminder that change begins with engagement. If we want a more just, inclusive, and compassionate world, we have to be part of shaping it. Show up. Speak out.
Her words are a timeless reminder that change begins with engagement. If we want a more just, inclusive, and compassionate world, we have to be part of shaping it. Show up. Speak out.
Pride is not just a celebration—it is a call to action. A reminder to stand together, defend our hard-won rights, and protect the most vulnerable among us.
Let our joy be our resistance, our history our strength, and our unity our shield. Happy Pride, my chosen family. Let’s make it count. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Let our joy be our resistance, our history our strength, and our unity our shield. Happy Pride, my chosen family. Let’s make it count. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
June 27, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Pride is not just a celebration—it is a call to action. A reminder to stand together, defend our hard-won rights, and protect the most vulnerable among us.
Let our joy be our resistance, our history our strength, and our unity our shield. Happy Pride, my chosen family. Let’s make it count. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Let our joy be our resistance, our history our strength, and our unity our shield. Happy Pride, my chosen family. Let’s make it count. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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This more than 1,000-page report — that Utah Republican leaders DEMANDED — confirms what we already knew: Gender-affirming care benefits trans youth. www.advocate.com/news/utah-go...
Utah Republicans ignore study supporting gender-affirming care for trans youth. It's research they demanded
In 2023, the state legislature banned care for transgender youth “pending research.” The research is in — and inconvenient for Republicans.
www.advocate.com
May 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This more than 1,000-page report — that Utah Republican leaders DEMANDED — confirms what we already knew: Gender-affirming care benefits trans youth. www.advocate.com/news/utah-go...
It was a pleasure to join 9NEWS Anchor Jordan Chavez this morning to talk about LGBTQ+ mental health 🧠💚 and our upcoming annual Envision:You Garden Party on Saturday, May 31st at the Denver Botanic Gardens. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit envision-you.org/events.
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May 29, 2025 at 4:20 PM
It was a pleasure to join 9NEWS Anchor Jordan Chavez this morning to talk about LGBTQ+ mental health 🧠💚 and our upcoming annual Envision:You Garden Party on Saturday, May 31st at the Denver Botanic Gardens. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit envision-you.org/events.
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Trump’s mental health and addiction problem www.statnews.com/2025/04/21/s... via @statnews.com
Trump’s mental health and addiction problem
“What this does is reduce the profile and priority of mental health and addictions in America”: The former director of SAMHSA on the consequences of eliminating the agency.
www.statnews.com
May 8, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Trump’s mental health and addiction problem www.statnews.com/2025/04/21/s... via @statnews.com
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has abruptly canceled over $12B in SAMHSA grants, cutting funds for mental health, addiction treatment, and disease tracking. These cuts strain already underfunded state public health and mental health departments.
March 30, 2025 at 8:57 PM
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has abruptly canceled over $12B in SAMHSA grants, cutting funds for mental health, addiction treatment, and disease tracking. These cuts strain already underfunded state public health and mental health departments.
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March is #WomensHistoryMonth, and we honor the resilience, strength, and brilliance of women who have shaped history, including the LGBTQ women, Black women, and women of color who have led movements, broken barriers, and paved the way for a more just world.
Tag a woman who inspires you 💗💛☁️
Tag a woman who inspires you 💗💛☁️
March 1, 2025 at 3:19 PM
March is #WomensHistoryMonth, and we honor the resilience, strength, and brilliance of women who have shaped history, including the LGBTQ women, Black women, and women of color who have led movements, broken barriers, and paved the way for a more just world.
Tag a woman who inspires you 💗💛☁️
Tag a woman who inspires you 💗💛☁️
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Nearly one in 10 adults in the U.S. identifies as LGBTQ, according to a large analysis from Gallup released Thursday — almost triple the share since Gallup began counting in 2012, and up by two-thirds since 2020. nyti.ms/42ZZGIN
February 20, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Nearly one in 10 adults in the U.S. identifies as LGBTQ, according to a large analysis from Gallup released Thursday — almost triple the share since Gallup began counting in 2012, and up by two-thirds since 2020. nyti.ms/42ZZGIN
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Government reports show that fraudulent spending is a measurable problem for the federal government. But the evidence that DOGE has uncovered new examples has not yet been proved. (via @politifact.bsky.social)
Fact-checking Trump and Musk's claims that they are cutting government 'fraud and abuse'
Elon Musk and President Donald Trump say they have uncovered massive "fraud" in the federal government. But the projects the White House points to are largely ones that the administration disagrees…
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February 16, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Government reports show that fraudulent spending is a measurable problem for the federal government. But the evidence that DOGE has uncovered new examples has not yet been proved. (via @politifact.bsky.social)
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NEW: The Department of Education told employees late Friday that they must review and terminate all programs, contracts and policies that affirm the existence of transgender people.
By @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social
By @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social
The Department of Education Told Employees to End Support for Transgender Students
The directive, which continues the Trump administration’s efforts to curb transgender rights, could end school-based mental health services and support for homeless students.
propub.li
February 8, 2025 at 9:31 PM
NEW: The Department of Education told employees late Friday that they must review and terminate all programs, contracts and policies that affirm the existence of transgender people.
By @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social
By @jodiscohen.bsky.social and @jsmithrichards.bsky.social
In a world that often feels divided, choosing to pursue good—through kindness, advocacy, and action—has never been more important. Small acts of compassion create ripples that drive lasting change. Let us uplift one another, stand for justice, and make an impact where it is needed most.
February 8, 2025 at 7:06 PM
In a world that often feels divided, choosing to pursue good—through kindness, advocacy, and action—has never been more important. Small acts of compassion create ripples that drive lasting change. Let us uplift one another, stand for justice, and make an impact where it is needed most.
I've been reflecting on the devastation caused by the new administration’s actions at USAID. Children denied life-saving vaccines, HIV/AIDS treatment halted, and critical supplies unused. In this NYT Op-Ed, Samantha Power makes a strong case for this work.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
Opinion | Samantha Power: Killing U.S.A.I.D. Is a Win for Autocrats Everywhere
The attacks on the agency are cruel and counterproductive.
www.nytimes.com
February 8, 2025 at 6:23 PM
I've been reflecting on the devastation caused by the new administration’s actions at USAID. Children denied life-saving vaccines, HIV/AIDS treatment halted, and critical supplies unused. In this NYT Op-Ed, Samantha Power makes a strong case for this work.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
🏳️🌈 Grateful for an incredible first annual Pride in Public Health Summit! 🏳️⚧️ More than 250 people joined us at CU Anschutz, in partnership with the Colorado School of Public Health and Envision:You, to explore the intersection of public health, behavioral health, and community well-being. #LGBTQ
February 8, 2025 at 4:55 PM
🏳️🌈 Grateful for an incredible first annual Pride in Public Health Summit! 🏳️⚧️ More than 250 people joined us at CU Anschutz, in partnership with the Colorado School of Public Health and Envision:You, to explore the intersection of public health, behavioral health, and community well-being. #LGBTQ
With the recent news that Denver Health, UC Health, and Colorado Children's Hospital have halted gender-affirming care for adolescents in Colorado, we appreciate Attorney General Phil Weiser's commitment to ensuring that this essential, life-saving care remains accessible to those who need it.
February 7, 2025 at 12:46 PM
With the recent news that Denver Health, UC Health, and Colorado Children's Hospital have halted gender-affirming care for adolescents in Colorado, we appreciate Attorney General Phil Weiser's commitment to ensuring that this essential, life-saving care remains accessible to those who need it.
Belonging and equity are not just ideals—they are essential in our workplaces, schools, and communities. When we create spaces where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported, we foster innovation, resilience, and stronger connections.
January 31, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Belonging and equity are not just ideals—they are essential in our workplaces, schools, and communities. When we create spaces where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported, we foster innovation, resilience, and stronger connections.
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Holocaust survivor Reva Kibort remembered when the German soldiers came to Warsaw, Poland.
At first, she said, "they weren't so bad." But, she was later transported to a concentration camp.
She shared her experience in a 2018 episode of Brief But Spectacular.
At first, she said, "they weren't so bad." But, she was later transported to a concentration camp.
She shared her experience in a 2018 episode of Brief But Spectacular.
'Whenever you see injustices at all, you have to speak up'
Holocaust survivor Reva Kibort remembers when the German soldiers came to Warsaw, Poland, and at first, she says, "they weren't so bad." But soon enough she ...
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January 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Holocaust survivor Reva Kibort remembered when the German soldiers came to Warsaw, Poland.
At first, she said, "they weren't so bad." But, she was later transported to a concentration camp.
She shared her experience in a 2018 episode of Brief But Spectacular.
At first, she said, "they weren't so bad." But, she was later transported to a concentration camp.
She shared her experience in a 2018 episode of Brief But Spectacular.
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"If it feels like an insurmountable amount of garbage is being dumped on us, that's by design. It’s creating such an avalanche of disappointment that we're left feeling disheartened, disillusioned, and discouraged. He wants us to become so numb to injustice that it becomes our new normal."
Trump's intentional avalanche of garbage
Just because we knew the deluge was coming...doesn't make it any less alarming to behold
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January 28, 2025 at 12:02 AM
"If it feels like an insurmountable amount of garbage is being dumped on us, that's by design. It’s creating such an avalanche of disappointment that we're left feeling disheartened, disillusioned, and discouraged. He wants us to become so numb to injustice that it becomes our new normal."