| Forwarded this newsletter? Subscribe here. | Good morning and happy Father’s Day! To me, it’s fitting that the No Kings protests, a nationwide call to rally against Trump’s authoritarian regime, were held the same weekend. At a time when we honor the role that fathers play in family and society, we’re reckoning with how unchecked masculinity and power can lead to undue violence and destruction, leaving broken families in its wake. | This is clearly evident in how the current administration’s policies – from the ICE raids and unlawful deportations, to a reversal of reproductive rights – limit the extent to which anyone can father effectively. Trump, Musk, Vance, and other leaders perpetuating this harm are also all fathers. Their actions as politicians mirror the critiques lodged against their approach to parenthood, and speaks volumes to what type of protection, safety and support we can expect them to prioritize in their policies. | There’s also two high-profile fathers on trial right now – literally and figuratively. Harvey Weinstein and Diddy’s court cases are giving the public an unfettered view on how destructive unchecked power is in entertainment. Through the testimonies by survivors and other brave advocates, we can see how our ideas of safety, trust and care are deeply informed by father roles in our lives, and how fatherhood can change how well new fathers carry that responsibility. | I was at the No Kings protest in New Orleans yesterday, and was touched by the number of families marching, especially the fathers setting an example for their children. These moments offer an opportunity to set new standards for how we seek justice and liberation through fatherhood, and evolve tired standards of masculinity into ones that help us steward and protect the vulnerable with care and grace. Fatherhood is a necessary and urgent role worth reimagining, and we deserve more respectful examples of that in the public eye. | This newsletter is powered by our readers. Here’s how you can support me and my team’s work: | Make a one-time or monthly donation on our website, PayPal or Venmo (@reimaginednews). You can always manage your subscription here. Sponsor an upcoming issue
| In solidarity,
Nicole
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| | | |  | Photograph of protestors walking down the streets of Brooklyn during the 2020 march for Black Trans Lives, an event that signifies the long history of protest for LGBTQ+ communities. Photo Source: NYTimes |
| It’s Pride Month, an annual celebration and call to action to protect LGBTQ+ communities both in the U.S. and abroad. This month wouldn’t exist without the Stonewall Riots, a forceful protest that underscored the urgency of addressing state-sanctioned violence against LGBTQ people, particularly trans communities and trans people of color. | Right now, protests are growing to address the violence perpetuated by the current administration. From immigration sweeps to restrictions on reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ communities are disproportionately impacted by these harsh policies and practices. And, LGBTQ+ people are at increased risk for violence while protesting the issues that affect them. | Black & Pink National is a prison abolitionist organization dedicated to abolishing the criminal punishment system. Through through advocacy, support, and organizing, they aim to both protect and LGBTQ+ communities and ensure our voices are heard. They offer ways to support, including a pen pal program and a monthly giving program.& | | | | | Spark Resilience: Tools for Underrepresented Leaders | Thursday, June 26 | 3-4:30pm EST | Navigating workplace dynamics while facing systemic barriers requires real resilience. This 90-minute workshop gives you practical tools to maintain your energy, manage stress, and thrive—not just survive—as an underrepresented professional in any industry. $49 | |
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