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Aug 26, 2026
The Battle Against Proposed Estrogen Restrictions Was Fought By The Needle’s Readers
Anti-trans politics aren’t popular, and they aren't supported by the will of the people.
For coverage of things "from the grassroots"
Interview
Jun 22, 2026
“Titans”: Inside Operation Lifeboat’s work getting trans Kansans to safety
“If there's a team to root on, to vote for, it's us. We're going to do everything we can to make sure that every single person that needs help gets help to the best of our abilities. And our abilities are pretty great! So, trust in us.”
Politics
Apr 21, 2026
A deep-dive with Isaiah Upton, Case Manager at Operation Lifeboat
“My impression of the organization, and my work as a case manager, is [that I am] putting out as many little dinghies as I can. The lifeboats are going out as fast as possible.” - Isaiah Upton
News
Apr 3, 2026
Why me and my friends went tits out in front of Trump Tower
When speaking to the public, [comedian Ashley Ryan] called the march our “gender reveal party”, where all the women present would reveal our genders (as designated by the federal government) “for the very third time”.
Interview
Mar 18, 2026
“Somebody’s Daughter” talks punk, the Do-It-Yourself spirit, and playing the biggest trans music festival in the country
You can't promise that the world's going to get better, but you can promise that for a couple of hours, you're going to have a good fucking time. And there's something to be said for that.
Opinion
Dec 3, 2025
Brazil: Rio's Pride Parade Isn't What It Should Be, But There's Some Value In Fun
So, I went to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's 30th Pride Parade in November...
Opinion
Oct 21, 2025
It’s Possible to Leave the US If You Want To
Every trans woman who gets out of the US or UK is a victory, not a betrayal. Here are a few ways the author knows of to facilitate "getting out."
Opinion
Oct 20, 2025
It Is Morally OK to Flee the United States
“If you as a trans woman remove yourself from danger, you have done more invaluable work than most will to protect the life of a trans woman.” - Willow Theatre