Erasure Continues

May 2025

The Trojan Horse Has Arrived

House Spending Bill Now Bans Medicaid For Transition Care For AdultsThe provision was stricken late at night to appeal to hardline conservatives.

Erin in the Morning May 22, 2025

THIS...

"Even routine hormone therapy and necessary bloodwork could become financially out of reach. For countless trans adults, this would mean either turning to unsafe alternative care or being forcibly taken off treatment—a process known as medical detransition. The effects can be severe, particularly for those who’ve already undergone surgery and require ongoing hormone supplementation, putting both mental and physical health at serious risk."

Please click image on left to read Erin's entire post.

Click below to read the update in the Boston Globe May 23, 2025

Trump’s sweeping bill targets gender-affirming health care for all ages - The Boston GlobeProvisions buried in a bill Washington lawmakers approved early Thursday would strip gender-affirming care for transgender Americans. The measure now goes to the Senate.

and THIS...

"In terms of endgame, why are we allowing these practices for anyone? If we are going to stop this for anyone under 18, why not apply it for anyone over 18? It's harmful across the board, and that's something we need to take into consideration in terms of the endgame."

"The wave of legislation targeting transgender youth, athletes, and school policies was never the endgame—it was the opening act."

Juneteenth Holiday at Risk

Is Juneteenth next on Trump's DEI chopping block?After the rollback of the DEI initiatives in the federal government and corporations like Google removing cultural celebrations, Juneteenth could be next.

Houston Chron. February 14, 2025

Pallone Says Cancellation of Edison Juneteenth Event Latest Example of Trump-Era CensorshipWashington, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) issued the following statement in response to the cancellation of a NAACP Juneteenth celebration in Edison, New Jersey—an annual event scrapped due to fear of violating a Trump-era executive order targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion:

Click above for March 26, 2025 Press Release

Frank Pallone, Jr. New Jersey's 6th District

Multiple cities cancel Juneteenth celebrations: What to knowJuneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery after the Civil War, became a federal holiday in 2021.

Newsweek May 1, 2025

Juneteenth Ptown | 6/19

This won't stop the 2025 celebration in Provincetown!!

This year's commemoration (June 13-22) embodies Power, Joy, & Resilience through a series of events, including a special Art Show & Receptions, our 5th Annual Community Celebration & Cookout, and live music & cabaret performances.

Hoping to see you there!!

Click on the graphic to see the full week's schedule...

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