A personal reflection on faith, LGBTQ+ rights, and living together in a free society. From Bible verses to bathrooms, sports, conversion therapy, and kids, this post looks at what it really means to love your neighbor and let adults live their lives.
Tag: civil rights
Raids, History, and the Lines We Refuse to Cross
I’m just getting this down. After reading Heather Delaney Reese—and seeing reporting on the Chicago raid—I’m thinking hard about how cruelty gets normalized: raids that humiliate families, detention buildouts, and civil-rights rollbacks. We’re not Weimar, but the warning lights are on. Here’s why, what research says, and where my line is.
It Hit Me Today: It Can Happen Here
I used to think it was dramatic to worry about dictatorship. But today it hit me: our safeguards are cracking, and the warning signs are here. Once fascism takes root, history shows it’s almost never stopped early. We need to start paying attention before it’s too late.
Protests in America: Our Right, Our Voice — Why Speaking Out Still Matters
Why do protests matter in America today? This post explores the real story behind recent demonstrations, the power of peaceful protest—from the Civil Rights Movement to the ADA—and why protecting the right to speak out is vital for democracy. Includes personal stories, history, and what’s at stake for us all.
Disability Rights Are Under Attack—Here’s What You Should Know
Hello everyone, I haven’t posted here in a while, but I thought it was time to share a few thoughts. Here’s the deal: a lot of things are happening in our country right now that just aren’t okay. Some of what I’ve been seeing is deeply concerning. Back in 2016, Donald Trump was running against… Continue reading Disability Rights Are Under Attack—Here’s What You Should Know
Notes from the edge of the system 