I've been gradually crossposting my @TexasObserver stories onto my website. Using a history book as a jumping off point, this article illuminates how decades of queer activism in #Texas ushered in a landmark #SCOTUS ruling that changed people's lives. https://kitoconnell.com/2023/02/09/lawrence-v-texas-phelps-review/

#LGBTQIA+ #history #law #HumanRights #CriminalJustice #activism #Dallas #books #bookstodon

Hey everyone, I'm sending my free newsletter, #GonzoNotes this weekend.

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How do we keep joy alive during dark times? On election night last year, I attended Democrasexy's "Carnival of Care" party, which helped ease the pain with drag queens, educational speakers, even a petting zoo.

Soon after I caught up with the founder of Democrasexy for her perspective on making #politics playful, spiritual and even... sexy.

This post is locked for my Patreon members only until April 18. https://www.patreon.com/posts/126463274

#Texas #TXlege #activism #LGBTQIA+ #women #feminism #news #Trump

“The revolution isn’t happening if it’s not accessible. The revolution isn’t happening if you don’t listen to some of your most vulnerable members.”

Out today in Deceleration: "Mask blocs" in #Texas support the sick, #disabled and otherwise COVID-Conscious communities, providing vital mutual aid amid attacks on public health. https://deceleration.news/texas-mask-blocs-covid-19-federal-and-state-attacks/

#COVID #COVIDIsNotOver #LongCOVID #disability #health #MutualAid #news #politics #USpol #TXlege #Austin #Houston #SanAntonio

Fibromyalgia kicked my ass today. Has been rough couple of weeks but standing around for hours yesterday in the chill got me. Tomorrow will be better.