She's showing trans people love during a tough political time.

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18 October 2025

Here are this week's most popular positive stories. Like this newsletter? Share it with a friend. Everyone could use a little good news.

While political news looms large in this week's Good News Roundup, there's also an outspoken celebrity, some sweet ice cream, and this great History Month piece about a massively influential transgender video game designer. And by the way, did you know that New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani used to make funny rap videos about his grandma & spice? Oh, and if you're a parent of trans kids, we want to hear from you!

AOC assures trans kids, “You are fine just the way you are” She's showing trans people love during a tough political time. Read More

The sweet queer history of ice cream you have probably never heard "We fed each other because there was nothing else to do—it was the last language of love we had left."

Virgin Islands make history by allowing trans & intersex people to change their gender markers The governor's executive order marks the first official recognition of trans people in the U.S. territory.

Zohran Mamdani honors trans activist Sylvia Rivera, says NYC will be a pro-trans “sanctuary city” The New York City mayoral candidate gave his followers an important history lesson while pledging to fight for all trans people.

Harry Potter actress says she’s a “left-wing dyke” who has “great fun” being a lesbian Miriam Margolyes has long stood up for LGBTQ+ rights.

New York schools are fighting back in defense of trans students They're not backing down from threats made by the Department of Education.

Why more LGBTQ+ parents are choosing midwives. Even in hospital births. Midwifery & medicine can absolutely mix. And families often find that the payoff — a provider who truly understands and respects them — is worth it.

Pete Buttigieg still believes in America & says gay rights movement shows how quickly tides can turn "One day will not be active in American politics. The sooner we spend our energy thinking about what to do next... the sooner that day will come."

Even most Republicans support conversion therapy bans A new poll found that majorities of both parties support banning the harmful practice.

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