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The War on Trans Lives: How Fear Became a Political Strategy
Weaponizing Identity America is once again at war with itself, and transgender people have become the chosen battleground. In the run-up to the 2024 election, the GOP and MAGA movement poured tens of millions of dollars into one of the most coordinated attacks on a marginalized group in modern history. The target wasn’t crime, inflation, or national security. It was trans kids, trans athletes, and anyone whose existence dared to challenge rigid ideas of gender. The ads were
Garry Haraveth
3 days ago3 min read


Time of Death: When Democracy Died in America
Democracy rarely dies in one decisive moment. It decays in fragments, stripped away one right, one safeguard, one illusion at a time. In...
Garry Haraveth
Aug 283 min read


Does Good Always Win in the End?
Does Good Always Win in the End? This past week, we witnessed what many of us feared and expected: the signing of the budget bill,...
Garry Haraveth
Jul 53 min read


Bleak, But Is It Broken? Can America Rebuild After Crisis?
“We’ve been here before. The question is: what will we do now?” There have been times in America’s history when the road ahead looked...
Garry Haraveth
May 114 min read


Live and Let Live: A New Umbrella for the Democratic Party
At a time when America feels more divided than ever, it’s fair to ask: what happened to the party that once championed the working class,...
Garry Haraveth
Apr 183 min read


Democracy on the Edge - When Money Comes First: How the Pursuit of Wealth Can Undermine Democracy
In a society that often equates success with financial gain, it’s not uncommon for individuals to prioritize money above all else....
Garry Haraveth
Apr 92 min read


No Confidence: The Democratic Capitulation to the Trump-Musk Regime
The ten Democratic senators who voted for the latest budget continuing resolution (CR) are facing an intense backlash from the left—and...
Garry Haraveth
Mar 154 min read


The Domino Effect of Erasure—Why Trans People Belong in the LGBTQ+ Community
The LGBTQ+ community has always been about advocacy, inclusion, and the fight for equality. Progress has been made for decades, hard-won...
Garry Haraveth
Feb 154 min read


Why Trump and White "Christian" Nationalism Are Attacking Trans People
Trans Identity Shatters Their Delicate Illusions of Gender Roles Over the past several years, attacks on transgender, genderqueer, and...
Garry Haraveth
Jan 224 min read


Bouncing Back with Flair: Resilience Tips A Drag Diva Would Approve Of
Resilience is like a fabulous runway strut: it’s all about confidence, adaptability, and flair. For LGBTQ+ individuals, the journey to...
Garry Haraveth
Dec 15, 20243 min read


Democracy on the Edge: You're Not Going to Like This… But We Need to Talk
It’s hard to imagine something more gut-wrenching for some of us than seeing Donald Trump reelected. For those who see his leadership as...
Garry Haraveth
Nov 24, 20245 min read


Building a Healthy Relationship with Anxiety
Anxiety is a common experience that can affect anyone, but for LGBTQ+ individuals, the unique pressures of identity, societal...
Garry Haraveth
Nov 20, 20244 min read


Democracy on the Edge: How Core Values Shape—and Threaten—Our Nation’s Future
In every democracy, an unspoken but vital agreement, known as the social contract , serves as the foundation upon which society is built....
Garry Haraveth
Nov 11, 20246 min read


Finding Empowerment & Community After the 2024 Election
The news hit like a cold wave: Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election. As an LGBTQ+ individual, I feel shaken, dismayed,...
Garry Haraveth
Nov 11, 20242 min read


Unlocking Motivation: A Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Empowerment
As an empowerment coach, my work centers around helping others find the drive to live their best, most authentic lives. But, if I’m being...
Garry Haraveth
Oct 22, 20244 min read


Purpose & Pride: Discovering Your LGBTQ+ True North
In a world where societal expectations often dictate our choices and paths, discovering and aligning with your true life’s purpose can be...
Garry Haraveth
Sep 15, 20244 min read


Reclaiming Agency: How I Took Control of My Life
For a long time, it felt like my life was beyond my control. Each day seemed like a reaction to whatever was happening around me. I...
Garry Haraveth
Aug 18, 20244 min read


Building Confidence: “I think I can. I think I can. I think I can.”
As someone who has navigated the ups and downs of personal and professional growth, I’ve learned a lot about the importance of...
Garry Haraveth
Jul 19, 20242 min read


Navigating Empowerment in the LGBTQ+ Community
Let's explore the multifaceted concept of empowerment within the LGBTQ+ community, delving into its nuanced significance and offering...
Garry Haraveth
Mar 2, 20243 min read


Embracing Authenticity: A Guide to Being True to Yourself
I am sure most of us in the LGBTQ+ Community know all too well what it feels like to live in a world that often encourages conformity,...
Garry Haraveth
Feb 3, 20243 min read
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