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Trans women are women.
Trans men are men.
Non-binary people are non-binary.
CC: JK Rowling.
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Sandy Hook.
Virginia Tech.
Aurora.
San Bernardino
Pulse.
Las Vegas.
Countless others.
Congress must act to finally end gun violence.
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Kate McKinnon gets emotional at #GoldenGlobes honoring Ellen DeGeneres....and we did too.
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BREAKING: President Biden has ended the ban on transgender military service set in place under the Trump administration.
A grateful nation salutes all who have served and hoped for this moment.
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BREAKING: The Senate has confirmed @PeteButtigieg as Transportation Secretary, making him the first-ever openly LGBTQ person to be confirmed by the Senate to a Cabinet-level position.
Another barrier broken for our community.
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Preach @TarajiPHenson!
Project 2025 is a REAL threat to all of us. Every part of it is a wrecking ball for our lives, our families, and our rights. #BETAwards
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BREAKING: The House of Representatives has passed the historic #EqualityAct.
It’s the first time a chamber of Congress has approved a comprehensive LGBTQ civil rights bill that would finally provide clear, nationwide protections for LGBTQ people throughout daily life.
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‘You have passed a polygraph...Judge Kavanaugh has not.
You have called for outside witnesses to testify...Judge Kavnauagh has not.
You have called for an FBI investigation into the facts. Judge Kavnauagh has not.’
Senator @KamalaHarris to Dr. Blasey Ford. #BelieveSurvivors
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"I love that I am trans. And I love that I am queer."
Sending you all the love in the world, Elliot. 💙💖⚪
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✨✨✨ It's Pride Month ✨✨✨
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need all trans people to know that they are loved.
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Visibility matters. This is a historic moment, but we're just getting started.
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Thank you Ellen (@TheEllenShow) for inspiring us to live openly for the past 20 years. You are a hero to #LGBTQ people everywhere.
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BREAKING NEWS: In a landmark decision, #SCOTUS affirms that sexual orientation and gender identity are protected characteristics under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
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Trans women are women.
Trans women are women.
Trans women are women.
Trans women are women.
Trans women are women.
Trans women are women.
Trans women are women.
#EqualityAct
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.@RepMondaire, one of the first openly LGBTQ Black members of Congress, supports the #EqualityAct on the House floor:
"To grow up poor, Black and gay is to not see yourself anywhere. It is also to feel completely unseen as so many people around invalidate your very existence."
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This is deeply troubling. Plainclothes NYPD officers yanked a protester off the street — identified by her friends as an 18-year old homeless trans person. Where is she? #WhereIsNikki
Cc: @NYCMayor
NYC is taking after Portland - a trans femme protestor was pulled into an unmarked van at the Abolition Park protest - this was at 2nd Ave and 25th Street
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On #NationalComingOutDay, we celebrate Ellen DeGeneres (@theEllenShow), a true trailblazer who came out publicly on TV 20 years ago.
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No matter how you identify, you are affirmed and valid. #TransDayOfVisibility
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The New York Times published an article titled “In Defense of J.K. Rowling” today.
Here's what exactly they're "defending" 👇
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Join @HRC in urging @WhiteHouse to take immediate action to stop the murder & detention of #LGBTQ people in #Russia j.mp/2nF9SUF
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For #NationalComingOutDay we’d like to thank @LaurenJauregui for speaking out and living her truth!
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President Biden just issued an executive order protecting Americans against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity — a turning point in our fight for equality under the law. hrc.org/press-releases/presi…
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🎉BREAKING: Danica Roem wins!
@pwcdanica is the first trans person to win reelection to a state legislature. #HD13 #VALeg
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Columbine.
Virginia Tech.
Aurora.
Sandy Hook.
Charleston.
San Bernardino.
Pulse.
Las Vegas.
Sutherland Springs.
Parkland.
Countless others.
We need #GunReformNow.
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As the #TransMilitaryBan goes into effect today, every transgender patriot should know that a grateful nation supports you.
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BREAKING: Danica Roem (@pwcdanica) makes history as #Virginia’s first out #transgender public official! #VaPol hrc.org/blog/danica-roem-mak…
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“It’s easy to be an ally when it’s easy to be an ally. What really matters is knowing who’s going to be at your side and stand up when it’s hard.” — Governor @Tim_Walz
Governor Walz is the DEFINITION of an ally and has shown up for our community since the 90s.
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Congrats to Adam Rippon (@AdaRipp), the first openly gay American athlete to medal at the Winter Olympics! 🇺🇸 🥉 🏳️🌈
ALT Adam Rippon earned Bronze in the Olympic figure skating team event.
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BREAKING NEWS: Costa Rica has made marriage equality the law of the land. 🏳️🌈🇨🇷 Thank you, Costa Rica, for reaffirming that #LoveIsLove! hrc.org/blog/hrc-celebrates-…
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BREAKING: On the first day of #Pride, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law a bill banning trans kids in the state from playing sports.
We will be filing a lawsuit to block this arbitrary, discriminatory ban. #LetKidsPlay
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This #HolocaustMemorialDay, @HRC honors the more than six million Jews & victims, including #LGBTQ people, whose lives were viciously taken.
#WeRemember and celebrate survivor Elie Wiesel, whose legacy of fighting to end bigotry and hate around the world endures.
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BREAKING! Court blocks @realDonaldTrump’s discriminatory #transgender troop ban. #ProtectTransTroops
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She made the @RuPaulsDragRace runway her stage while affirming #BlackLivesMatter and #BlackTransLivesMatter.
Thank you for your art and advocacy, @the_symonee.
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BREAKING: The Biden administration will enforce federal policy to protect LGBTQ people from discrimination in health care based on gender identity & sexual orientation.
We successfully sued the Trump admin for stripping health care protections away from LGBTQ people.
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"No ban, no wall. Sanctuary for all!" #LoveConquersHate
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Happy International Pronouns Day!
She/Her/Hers.
He/Him/His.
They/Them/Theirs.
Calling people by the correct pronouns matters. #PronounsDay
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"To all the young kids out there: You are smarter than you think. You hold more strength than you may ever know. You are powerful." - @HRC Visibility Award Recipient Olympian Adam Rippon (@AdaRipp) at the #HRCLADinner
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Pete Buttigieg says that coming out as gay & “acknowledging who I was” could’ve been the most career-ending professional setback.
Thank you, @PeteButtigieg for your bravery, and for showing LGBTQ youth across the country what is possible when you live authentically. #DemDebate
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In sweeping ruling, #marriageequality to begin nationwide: hrc.org/scotus hrc.org/lovewins #LoveWins
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BREAKING: The #EqualityAct has passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. We are one step closer to ensuring that every person in America is treated equally under the law.
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Since the start of 2021, legislators in more than 30 states have introduced bills that would ban transgender kids from playing sports.
Few of them have bothered to get to know the kids who would be impacted.
Meet Rebekah. #LetKidsPlay
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“There is absolutely nothing wrong with being a queer person of color.”
Openly gay Asian American producer, actor and @TryGuys member @EugeneLeeYang delivered a powerful speech upon receiving the HRC Visibility Award at the 2019 HRC San Francisco Bay Area Gala.
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#Election2020 #ElectionDay
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We see JK Rowling is at it again.
🗣️Helpful reminder:
If your feminism isn’t trans-inclusive, then it’s not feminism.
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Now is the time for every single person to stand up for transgender kids under attack by the Trump Administration. #ProtectTransKids
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History made: Dr. Rachel Levine was just confirmed as the next Assistant Secretary for Health, becoming the first-ever openly transgender federal official confirmed by the Senate.
Trans people are leaders, innovators and change-makers — and we deserve a seat at every table.
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Powerful words from Mayor @PeteButtigieg on the diversity of the LGBTQ community and the need for marginalized communities to join together at the @HRCLasVegas #HRCGala.
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Transphobic legislators have no place in our states.
A Missouri lawmaker attacks a 14-year-old with an incredibly inappropriate and invasive line of questioning about their body.
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Happy International Pronouns Day!
She/Her/Hers.
He/Him/His.
They/Them/Theirs.
Every pronoun.
No pronouns at all.
Calling people by who they say they are matters. #PronounsDay
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These moments don’t just change opinions — they save lives. We couldn’t be more proud of the queens of @RuPaulsDragRace helping create a brighter, better future for generations to come.
RuPaul's Drag Race
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NEW: VP Kamala Harris has chosen MN Gov. Tim Walz as her VP. From advising a gay-straight alliance as a teacher to banning “conversion therapy” as governor, Walz has been a lifelong champion of LGBTQ+ rights.
VP Harris and Gov. Walz will fight for equality and justice for ALL.
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In Alabama, we just saw the worst day of attacks against transgender kids, with bills that would:
- Make gender-affirming care a felony
- Restrict school restroom access
- Force school staff to out LGBTQ+ kids
- Ban discussion of LGBTQ+ issues in schools
So we’re suing.
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.@KaramoBrown, one of the hosts of @QueerEye and a graduate of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, shared the story of his friend Aaron Feis, one of the 17 lives taken in Parkland ahead of the #MarchForOurLives today.
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.@taylorswift13, you’ve made Tennessee and us PROUD. 🏳️🌈
No one should be discriminated against because of who they are or who they love. That’s why the Senate has to pass the #EqualityAct now. HRC.org/EqualityAct
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If you live in:
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Then there has been an anti-trans bill introduced in your state in 2021.
On this #TransDayOfVisibility, let's uplift each other — but also commit to action. Call your legislators.
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This beautiful story touches so many of us, Governor @Tim_Walz. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
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The attempt to amend the COVID relief bill to ban trans kids from sports has failed, 49-50.
To everyone who spoke out over the last 24 hours: We fight on thanks to you. #LetKidsPlay
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#ThursdayThoughts: Ellen DeGeneres came to symbolize what it means to live life authentically.
@TheEllenShow’s courageous move to come out 20+ years ago on national TV helped change hearts and minds, and inspired countless other LGBTQ people to live their truth. #ComingOutDay
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.@jameelajamil, you are not alone. For many Asian and Pacific Islander Americans, coming out is a lifelong process. Welcome to the family!
For those who need it, find support, seek out solidarity & be uniquely you with @HRC’s API Coming Out Guide. hrc.org/resources/coming-out…
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"Ellen counters what too often divides us with things that bind us together. One joke, one dance at a time." -@BarackObama #MedalofFreedom
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This #TransDayOfVisibility, as we celebrate the people who are visible and proud, we also remember those who have been targeted and killed because of who they are. #TDOV hrc.org/resources/violence-a…
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For the first time ever, we're declaring a national state of emergency as LGBTQ+ Americans face extremist attempts to roll back our rights. It's more important than ever we have the necessary resources to stay safe no matter where we are. hrc.im/warning
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Trans Rights Are Human Rights
Trans Rights Are Human Rights
Trans Rights Are Human Rights
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Trans Rights Are Human Rights
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Harry Potter himself affirms, “Transgender women are women.” 1 million points to Gryffindor!
Thank you, Daniel Radcliffe and @TrevorProject. 💙💓⚪️ thetrevorproject.org/2020/06…
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#LoveIsLove ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Gus Kenworthy spent the last Olympics closeted. This time he kissed his boyfriend on NBC: slate.me/2ofGrGa
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Columbine.
Virginia Tech.
Aurora.
Sandy Hook.
Charleston.
San Bernardino.
Pulse.
Las Vegas.
Parkland.
El Paso.
Dayton.
Countless more.
#EnoughIsEnough. We need commonsense gun violence prevention legislation now. #DaytonStrong #ElPasoStrong
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Congratulations, @EllenPage for taking the steps to live openly and come out as lesbian. #comingout #timetoTHRIVE hrc.org/blog/entry/hrc-congr…
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"She helped change hearts and minds. Including mine" - @HillaryClinton remembers the life of civil rights hero Edie Windsor.
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Trans rights are human rights.
Trans rights are human rights.
Trans rights are human rights.
Trans rights are human rights.
Trans rights are human rights.
Trans rights are human rights.
Trans rights are human rights.
Trans rights are human rights.
We #WontBeErased.
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Thank you Don Cheadle for using your visibility to stand up for trans youth and being an ally to #ProtectTransKids. #SNL
ALT Don Cheadle makes statement during Saturday Night Live to protect trans kids.
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BREAKING: @RitchieTorres has won #NY-15 and will become the first openly LGBTQ Afro-Latino member of Congress. @HRC looks forward to working with Representative-elect Torres to advance equality for ALL. #ElectionNight #UnityWins
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Congratulations to the cast and crew of @MoonlightMov on your #Oscars win for Best Picture! #Moonlight
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WATCH: 49 celebrities pay tribute to the Orlando victims in new Ryan Murphy produced video with @HRC #StoptheHate
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Congratulations to LGBTQ icon Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) on receiving the Carol Burnett Award at the #GoldenGlobes tonight. We’re honored to call you a member of the @HRC family.
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On the 30th anniversary of #NationalComingOutDay, @HRC salutes the amazing cultural influencers who have come out the past three decades as members of the LGBTQ family and inspired others to do the same.
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.@HillaryClinton is our steadfast champion each and every day. We are honored to have her at the #HRCNationalDinner.
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1/ Hey Twitter! This is Stephanie Beatriz (@iamstephbeatz). I’m here today for an #HRCTwitterTakeover to talk about my journey as a Latina, bisexual actor for the 30th anniversary of National #ComingOutDay.
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.@JoeBiden has fought for the LGBTQ community throughout his career -- which is why @HRC will fight with everything we have and mobilize Equality Voters to elect him as the next president of the United States. hrc.org/blog/hrc-endorses-vi…
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Five years ago today, the Supreme Court affirmed what we’ve always known to be true - #LoveIsLove. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤 We are proud to be on the forefront of the fight for LGBTQ rights every day and won’t stop until we achieve equality for all.
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.@SchittsCreek for Best Musical or Comedy? Yes, please.
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This fall, we have the opportunity to vote for the most historic, pro-equality ticket in history. We’re proud to support @KamalaHarris and elect her as our next vice president. @JoeBiden
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OH SHE BROUGHT UP THE LEGIT CRIMINAL CHARGES?!?! GATHER HIM! #Debate2024
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“My name is Jacob and I’m a 9-year-old transgender American. What will you do to make sure kids like me are safe in schools?”
@HRC Foundation Parents for Transgender Equality Council member Mimi Lemay & her son Jacob ask @ewarren about protecting trans kids at #EqualityTownHall.
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15K+ transgender Americans bravely serve our country. By attacking them, @realdonaldtrump is undermining our military #ProtectTransTroops
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Happy birthday, Mr. President @JoeBiden!
We look forward to working with a pro-equality White House that will defend the rights of all LGBTQ people.
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.@ColtonLHaynes’ coming out story was one of our favorite moments from 2016. Thank you Colton for sharing your story with @HRC
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“Regardless of what the president says, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞.” - a tearful @RepDebHaaland at a congressional hearing on the #TransMilitaryBan.
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Today we mark five years since 49 people were killed at Pulse nightclub. It has been 1,826 days since this tragedy, yet nothing has changed. We demand our elected officials pass commonsense gun safety legislation. #Pulse5YearsLater #HonorThemWithAction hrc.org/StopTheHate
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