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US conservatives have screamed and yelled about “free speech” for years to allow the propagation of hateful rhetoric. Now they are silent when the US government erases entire words and concepts from their publications. They care only for the speech they agree with.

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“For the master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house. They may allow us to temporarily beat him at his own game, but they will never enable us to bring about genuine change. Racism and homophobia are real conditions of all our lives in this place and time…

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We will keep up the pressure. This cruel and unnecessary barrier to care will cause harm to vulnerable young people. Thank you for all of the participants in these rallies! #transrights 🌈🎓 www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...

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Project 491 is an initiative led by AusPATH in response to the Queensland Government’s unacceptable restrictions on gender affirming care (GAC) for trans and gender diverse (TGD) children. Please support access to evidence-based gender affirming care. 🌈🎓 #transrights auspath.org.au/project-491/

submitted 16 days ago • 1 comment

Babe, wake up. Godwin just dropped a new law.

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It is not surprising that people who espouse bigoted hierarchical belief systems also feel justified in using power and violence to oppress those who don’t conform to their worldview. It all comes down to power and control. www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...

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So many people were far too ready and enthusiastic to strip any mask of civility and politeness off and just go full on rascist/misogynist/transphobe/bigoted arsehole. People were clearly that beforehand, but it would seem all restraints have been removed. Such anger, hate, and pettiness.

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The United States is rapidly descending into an authoritarian hellscape with kleptocrats looking to strip it for parts while people suffer. The idea of the United States as a shining beacon of democratic ideals was always a piece of fiction but even that illusion is crumbling.

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Terminology and Framing used by Anti-Trans Bigots Some allies are accidentally adopting the terminology used by those who seek to harm trans people. Here are some to avoid.

submitted 22 days ago • 6 comments

I am looking for therapists and practitioners with 5+ years of experience working with Sexual Orientation and/or Gender Diverse children and adolescents who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSEA) to take part in a Delphi study. griffithuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... 🌈🎓 🦘🎓

submitted 22 days ago • 1 comment

This stinks of wanting to do a Cass style review. The most recent review found no issues so they are going to demand another until they get the answer they want. This will hurt gender diverse kids who were already on extensive wait lists for affirming treatment. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-01...

submitted 26 days ago • 1 comment

Do not forget the people and organisations who were all too ready to sell out to tyranny and fascism. Do not forget how quickly they dropped any pretence of caring for the vulnerable and marginalised when it was no longer politically expedient. Remember.

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So very excited! My first study has been granted conditional ethics approval. I had been sweating on the application, fretting that it would need serious revision. Now the hard work can begin! 🌈🎓 #academicsky

submitted 38 days ago • 1 comment

I feel that this is a trick question.

submitted 41 days ago • 0 comments

Rufio feels that 2025 is off to a rough start after being stalked and harassed by a tiny dinosaur.

submitted 53 days ago • 0 comments

Rufio anticipating 2025 (and bacon).

submitted 54 days ago • 0 comments

So putting on “Brick” by Ben Folds Five is apparently the wrong choice when told to, “play some Christmas music.”

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submitted 61 days ago • 3 comments

Happy McClanemas to all those who celebrate.

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Our lovely boy, Scooter, crossed the Rainbow Bridge last night. He had been struggling with kidney and liver problems but we had got that under control. Sadly he went into heart failure after a day out with the family. We will miss you Scooter, you are loved and such a good boy.

submitted 63 days ago • 0 comments

Found this in my waiting room. It is good to know that the youth uphold the ancient traditions.

submitted 66 days ago • 0 comments

I fear that this pretty much seals the fate for federal Labor. Around the world we have seen incumbents lose to their opponents due to perceived poor economic conditions. I just hope the independents and minor parties benefit more than the coalition. www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12...

submitted 67 days ago • 0 comments

It sure looks like an authoritarian response to limiting protests. Putting a lid on a boiling pot of water doesn’t make it simmer down.

submitted 67 days ago • 0 comments

A lot of current discourse and conflict centres around identity which leads to intractable positions and entrenched resentment. It is very hard to have a productive discussion or change when identity is the “issue.” We should instead focus on behaviour as the issue to be addressed or changed.

submitted 68 days ago • 1 comment

“Mum, Dad, can we get Bluey?” “We have Bluey at home.” Bluey at home vvv

submitted 69 days ago • 0 comments

Authoritarians often seek to place the blame of their society’s ills on “others.” Migrants, minorities, etc. By getting people to focus on a scapegoat, they divert attention and focus away from the broader social inequalities. They “need” the other; if they don’t have one, they will create one.

submitted 70 days ago • 1 comment

“Women know how difficult and necessary it is to struggle for autonomy. So why would they not support trans struggles for health care and to live free of the fear of violence?” To support others does not deprive you. We should support others in solidarity. english.elpais.com/culture/2024...

submitted 70 days ago • 0 comments

Ethics approval is in, and now we wait. Let’s see how many corrections or changes they will want. 🌈🎓

submitted 70 days ago • 0 comments

Perhaps they can redevelop the Gabba to be the new Olympic swimming venue for 2032. #AusvsInd #3rdTest #Weatherforducks

submitted 71 days ago • 0 comments