MA Transgender Equality Lobby Days 1/21/10, 2PM-5PM, Nurses Hall in MA State House

Thanks for blogging about this important topic, Becki.

Here’s a quick report from the frontlines …

We had what looked like a great turnout. It was hard to compare with last time because we were in a smaller space, but there were lots of people there in support of the legislation. Gunner did a great job again of lining up inspiring speakers. My favorite was the mom of a trans woman, introduced by her daughter, who just laid it on the line very simply – she just wants her daughter to be happy, why does it have to be so hard?? Attendees had lots of energy to navigate the maze of the state house to find their reps and senators. I had a great chat with my senator’s aide, who helped draft the legislation when she was with Mass Equality and said it is her senator’s “top legislative priority” (thank you Senator Eldridge!!!!). I also had a great chat with my rep’s aide, who remembered me instantly from the past few times we met. Kristyn said to say hi to you, Becki .

For anybody who couldn’t make it, or met with an aide instead of your pol – check out your pols web site for office hours in your town. They can hear from you any day of the year, not just lobby day!!

If you live in one of the 36 other states with no explicit trans protection, start screaming for change! I’m sure that Gunner can connect you with like-minded activists (visit masstpc.org).