Mansfield Equality Coalition

Working to create a more welcoming, accepting, and fair Mansfield.

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Still out here arguing that @mansfieldisd can do better by our kids. The librarians know how to do their jobs, and the panic over bad books is bigotry in disguise. Come read with us!
https://t.co/ZJLeZD2HQB

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

A petition against censorship in @mansfieldisd: https://t.co/R1QoFRKi4l

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Thread. Yikes. @mansfieldisd #schoolboard members supported by Patriot Mobile's PAC were present at this event. They're literally *hoping* to get sued for their aggressive #christiannationalism

[Mike Hixenbaugh @Mike_Hixenbaugh]

WATCH: Last month, at an event hosted by Patriot Mobile, David Barton urged North Texas school boards to seize on recent SCOTUS decisions to "go on the offensive" and impose Christian values in public schools:

"We can now go back to singing the traditional Christmas carols."

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Whoa. She really live-tweeted the whole thing, including every public comment and the board discussion.

[Katie Hays @katiehhays]

I’m going to try live-tweeting the @mansfieldisd #schoolboard meeting where a #bookbanning policy that prohibits library books that portray or discuss #genderdiversity is being introduced tonight. Meeting was called to order at 6 pm; they went immediately to closed session.

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Feels like old times. Back at @mansfieldisd #schoolboard to say you can’t erase #LGBTQ+ people, no matter how hard you try.

[ACLU of Texas @ACLUTx]

TONIGHT: DFW-area school district Mansfield ISD will vote on a new library policy banning books that contain “gender fluidity.”

We just sent a letter explaining why this policy would bully and erase trans and nonbinary students — and violate students’ First Amendment rights.

[Katie Hays @katiehhays]

The book banners have wormed their way into @mansfieldisd, proposing a ban on portrayal or discussion of gender diversity in library books at every level. See y'all at the #schoolboard meeting tonight.

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Hm. Wonder how many of those 40K are #LGBTQ, and thus unprotected from discrimination, harassment, and bullying in @mansfieldisd policy? 🤔 #WeAreMISD

[Mansfield ISD @mansfieldisd]

Mansfield ISD is made up of more than 40,000 students, teachers and staff. We may be strong on our own, but together, we are UNSTOPPABLE! Wear your spirit shirt on MISD Day, Wednesday, Sept. 28 and post on social media at #WeAreMISD or send to [email protected].

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

This gathering for #mansfieldtx #educators is hosted by @pastors4txkids, a #publiceducation advocacy group we appreciate.
https://t.co/zHhOXTqnxF

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

#txlege #HB25 anti-trans-kids-in-sports law went into effect today. @EqualityTexas asks anyone who experiences discrimination in UIL sports to fill out this form -- info to help them fight this unjust law in court. https://t.co/XYZx8vIesn

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

We're happy to learn about @elevate_texas and their mission to house homeless LGBTQ+ young adults (18-24 years). Sign up for their newsletter and lend them your support! https://t.co/59Ru1N2Gpe

[Katie Hays @katiehhays]

#txlege, remember this open letter from @TXCompetes? Conserving business interests don't want #HB25. Don't pass it. @RepStanLambert @DavidCookTexas https://t.co/8yFi9Kkq95

[Katie Hays @katiehhays]

No wonder we're tired. We've been pushing back against this bullshit for so long. Trans and gender-diverse beloveds -- please hold on tight. We're still with you, working.
https://t.co/l80nPS9X4W

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Work fast, y'all. Bigotry doesn't take much time, and they know we're tired. Stand with #trans kids and their families. #txlege #HB25

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Let's flood #txlege with opposition to #HB25, an anti-trans-kids-in-sports that's up for a committee hearing tomorrow. Email or PHONE CALL these legislators to register your opposition: https://t.co/RWaPbDLldg

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

AND AND AND see this #txlege Notice of Public Hearing for info on submitting public comments for tomorrow's hearing on #HB25: https://t.co/MCSyv4fV2R

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

.@mansfieldisd #schoolboard and admins are here, too. Because we’re united to keep #publiceducation *public*. But listen y’all — some families consider opting out of public schools that don’t protect/support #lgbtq students/staff. If they find more inclusion in charters, well…

[Katie Hays @katiehhays]

I am UP at oh-dark-thirty to attend an early thing with @pastors4txkids, an org that works tirelessly to keep public education *public* (and beat back vouchers and charter schools that rob $$ from public schools). I mean, I’ve got SHOES on. TEETH brushed. This is important.

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Reality wins.
https://t.co/3AYFGOaove

[Mansfield Equality Coalition @MansfieldEqual1]

Meanwhile, if you're being bullied or harassed at school for being #LGBTQ, check out this guide to your protections: "Confronting Anti-LGBTQI+ Harassment in Schools: A Resource for Students and Families." https://t.co/KmeQbQDT81