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In the growing violent rhetoric about trans people and our allies, particularly in Damariscotta, I wrote an open letter to all trans children in Maine and beyond:
Hey you,
These times are not normal. Yes, they are indeed unprecedented. You’ve been hearing that for almost three years, and I’m sure it’s getting old, but it’s the truth.
And as I’m sure that’s exhausting to hear, it’s probably more exhausting when your identity is discussed over and over again in the news. I am so deeply sorry for that. You don’t have to worry about being anything other than a kid. Your identity is valid no matter what the news or politicians say. I wanted to let you know that you are incredibly powerful. I mean, you have these legislators shaking in their boots because of how liberating your mere existence is. Wow!
I want you to know that there are so many people in this world who care about you and fight for you. Their hatred may seem loud, but our trans joy is louder. You have transceivers that fought tooth and nail from before the Stonewall riots even happened so you could wear that pride flag around your shoulders like a cape. I hope you wear it with pride because you are my hero for being so unapologetically yourself! And those of us adults who admire you so much are still fighting for your future.
With love,
Samson Spadafore
Portland
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