BREAKING: Indiana legislators just snuck an amendment into HB 1608 to make it even more dangerous.
The bill already seeks to erase LGBTQ people in Indiana schools, but a new amendment would also force teachers to "out" trans students — risking their safety at both school & home.
reasons. i should be your valentine:
6. lots of cuddle experience
2. i have been told. i am cute
9. i will protect you. from evildoers
3. convenience. i am right here
5. i don’t have a valentine yet
A story in 4 parts:
- RW politicians/influencers stoke fear about LGBTQ people, calling us groomers/pedophiles
- News agencies launder the talking points, "legitimizing" fear
- Someone believes them; decides to kill us
- RW politician feigns empathy while we're left to grieve
May you never know the fear of having your human rights challenged every time there is an election, and may you never know the pain of watching loved ones vote against your right to exist fully, equally, and authentically. 🏳️🌈
Years ago, before verified accounts were a thing, back when I was on Eastenders, I was contacted multiple times by parents of children who had been “conversing” with me online. 11-15 year old children that had been talking with a fake me.
I was informed one of these children-