Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

January 13, 2021 at 8:40 PM

WORK WITH US: Shape the future for transgender people

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   The year ahead of us is brimming with new challenges and opportunities for our country and for our communities. We must act strategically to shape the future for transgender people. The stakes a…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

January 8, 2021 at 6:57 PM

This week was too many things

National Center for Transgender Equality     John, We get it. This week (read: year) has been the gift that just keeps giving. So far, 2021 has felt a lot like a roller coaster we can’t get off of. One day, we are elated and more hopeful than we’v…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

January 8, 2021 at 6:57 PM

This week was too many things

National Center for Transgender Equality     John, We get it. This week (read: year) has been the gift that just keeps giving. So far, 2021 has felt a lot like a roller coaster we can’t get off of. One day, we are elated and more hopeful than we’v…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

January 4, 2021 at 7:32 PM

Congratulations John, you made it!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   (GIF credit: Taskforce's Into Action Lab) Share GIF on FB | MP4 for IG | GIF for TW Ever look up the word “change” in the dictionary? Change is defined as a verb first, and a noun second. You an…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

January 4, 2021 at 7:32 PM

Congratulations John, you made it!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   (GIF credit: Taskforce's Into Action Lab) Share GIF on FB | MP4 for IG | GIF for TW Ever look up the word “change” in the dictionary? Change is defined as a verb first, and a noun second. You an…

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  Team NCTE · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 9:46 PM

There is still time to make a tax-deductible donation to NCTE

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   While we are all ready to leave 2020 in the rearview mirror, we can’t forget the impact your commitment to supporting transgender people made this year. So, from NCTE to you, thank you. Contribut…

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  Team NCTE · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 9:46 PM

There is still time to make a tax-deductible donation to NCTE

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   While we are all ready to leave 2020 in the rearview mirror, we can’t forget the impact your commitment to supporting transgender people made this year. So, from NCTE to you, thank you. Contribut…

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 11:31 PM

We are ready for 2021, but we need your support

National Center for Transgender Equality     John,   After years of pain, fear, and attacks on marginalized people, the country made clear it will no longer tolerate bigotry, hatred, and discrimination. In record numbers, voters spoke up and deman…

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 11:31 PM

We are ready for 2021, but we need your support

National Center for Transgender Equality     John,   After years of pain, fear, and attacks on marginalized people, the country made clear it will no longer tolerate bigotry, hatred, and discrimination. In record numbers, voters spoke up and deman…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 27, 2020 at 4:01 PM

2020 had its challenges, but we emerge stronger than ever

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   As I sat down to write this email to you all, I found it hard to start it like those in year’s past. 2020 has been a year unlike any other. We have collectively faced challenges like the COVID h…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 27, 2020 at 4:01 PM

2020 had its challenges, but we emerge stronger than ever

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   As I sat down to write this email to you all, I found it hard to start it like those in year’s past. 2020 has been a year unlike any other. We have collectively faced challenges like the COVID h…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 21, 2020 at 4:00 PM

We celebrate the wins and prepare for the fights

National Center for Transgender Equality John,   Twenty-seven years ago today, Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell was signed into law, restricting LGBTQ people from serving openly in the military. And it was only 10 years ago when it was overturned. In the ti…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 21, 2020 at 4:00 PM

We celebrate the wins and prepare for the fights

National Center for Transgender Equality John,   Twenty-seven years ago today, Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell was signed into law, restricting LGBTQ people from serving openly in the military. And it was only 10 years ago when it was overturned. In the ti…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 16, 2020 at 5:54 PM

Make a difference and increase your tax refund at the same time

National Center for Transgender Equality John, We’ll be honest, this has been a hard year and we know you’ve felt it, too. With so many things going on around us, we know your focus has been elsewhere, and we understand that. But with the news that…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 12:47 AM

Hurry! There's only a few hours left in #GivingTuesday!

National Center for Transgender Equality       Dear John,   If you haven’t already, there is still time to help support NCTE this #GivingTuesday! Your generous donation will help us finish 2020 strong and head into 2021 with the resources we need to…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 12:47 AM

Hurry! There's only a few hours left in #GivingTuesday!

National Center for Transgender Equality       Dear John,   If you haven’t already, there is still time to help support NCTE this #GivingTuesday! Your generous donation will help us finish 2020 strong and head into 2021 with the resources we need to…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 3:21 PM

#GivingTuesday is here! Your generosity makes all the difference

National Center for Transgender Equality       Dear John,   We know there are dozens of emails just like this one in your inbox right now. And we know how lucky we are that we are the one you have chosen to read. So, we’ll make this quick and to the…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 3:20 PM

#GivingTuesday is here! Your generosity makes all the difference

National Center for Transgender Equality       Dear John,   We know there are dozens of emails just like this one in your inbox right now. And we know how lucky we are that we are the one you have chosen to read. So, we’ll make this quick and to the…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 27, 2020 at 9:01 PM

We've got a new spin on #GivingTuesday

National Center for Transgender Equality       Dear John,   If there’s one thing we’ve learned throughout the years, it’s that you are our best ambassadors. When we need your voice, you speak up. When we need your strength, you carry our message. Wh…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 27, 2020 at 9:01 PM

We've got a new spin on #GivingTuesday

National Center for Transgender Equality       Dear John,   If there’s one thing we’ve learned throughout the years, it’s that you are our best ambassadors. When we need your voice, you speak up. When we need your strength, you carry our message. Wh…

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

November 26, 2020 at 7:02 PM

In tough times, we are even more grateful

National Center for Transgender Equality   Dear John, In a year filled with many challenges, losses, and disappointments, it might be hard to see the good 2020 has brought. Despite the struggles, there is plenty to be grateful for this year. This y…

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

November 26, 2020 at 7:01 PM

In tough times, we are even more grateful

National Center for Transgender Equality   Dear John, In a year filled with many challenges, losses, and disappointments, it might be hard to see the good 2020 has brought. Despite the struggles, there is plenty to be grateful for this year. This y…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 20, 2020 at 3:59 PM

We honor their memories with action

National Center for Transgender Equality Dear John, Today, transgender people and our allies stop and pause to honor the lives of those in our community lost to hate-based violence. Established over 20 years ago, this solemn day - the Transgender …

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 20, 2020 at 3:59 PM

We honor their memories with action

National Center for Transgender Equality Dear John, Today, transgender people and our allies stop and pause to honor the lives of those in our community lost to hate-based violence. Established over 20 years ago, this solemn day - the Transgender …

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 17, 2020 at 8:17 PM

Our dream team includes more trans people

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   In the weeks since his historic election, President-elect Biden has spent his time putting plans in place and assembling the team who will help navigate our country through one of the toughest tim…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 17, 2020 at 8:17 PM

Our dream team includes more trans people

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   In the weeks since his historic election, President-elect Biden has spent his time putting plans in place and assembling the team who will help navigate our country through one of the toughest tim…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 10, 2020 at 4:55 PM

We've got plans for the future, but we need your help

National Center for Transgender Equality     John,   After four years of pain, fear, and attacks on transgender people, a new dawn has come with fresh hope for the future. The people have spoken and the country has resoundingly decided we will no …

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 10, 2020 at 4:55 PM

We've got plans for the future, but we need your help

National Center for Transgender Equality     John,   After four years of pain, fear, and attacks on transgender people, a new dawn has come with fresh hope for the future. The people have spoken and the country has resoundingly decided we will no …

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

November 7, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Today is a momentous day

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,     This week, almost 160 million Americans spoke by casting their ballot. Then, countless election officials carefully began the task of counting every vote to ensure that those 160 million Americ…

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

November 7, 2020 at 4:59 PM

Today is a momentous day

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,     This week, almost 160 million Americans spoke by casting their ballot. Then, countless election officials carefully began the task of counting every vote to ensure that those 160 million Americ…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 4, 2020 at 9:51 PM

Where things stand right now

National Center for Transgender Equality John, As we emerge from the Election Day haze of yesterday, the outcome may not be confirmed yet, but our mission remains the same. We are committed to fighting for transgender people and their rights. As w…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 4, 2020 at 9:50 PM

Where things stand right now

National Center for Transgender Equality John, As we emerge from the Election Day haze of yesterday, the outcome may not be confirmed yet, but our mission remains the same. We are committed to fighting for transgender people and their rights. As w…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 3:35 PM

We're Going to Make History

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   We have a lot to be proud of today. No matter the outcome, the American public made their voices heard and came out in record numbers to choose their leaders. That’s the core of our democracy, an…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 3:35 PM

We're Going to Make History

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   We have a lot to be proud of today. No matter the outcome, the American public made their voices heard and came out in record numbers to choose their leaders. That’s the core of our democracy, an…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 5:37 PM

.FWD: Set your clocks back, and move your country forward!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, Just in case Daylight Saving has left you discombobulated, we’re sending this email again to make sure you have everything you need to vote. Election Day is TOMORROW.You’re running out of time if you…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 5:37 PM

.FWD: Set your clocks back, and move your country forward!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, Just in case Daylight Saving has left you discombobulated, we’re sending this email again to make sure you have everything you need to vote. Election Day is TOMORROW.You’re running out of time if you…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 9:28 PM

We've Got 70 Real Reasons to Vote

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, There are only 72 hours left until the country chooses our next President. And as we look back on the last four years, we know just how much is at stake in the final hours of this election. We kno…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 9:28 PM

We've Got 70 Real Reasons to Vote

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, There are only 72 hours left until the country chooses our next President. And as we look back on the last four years, we know just how much is at stake in the final hours of this election. We kno…

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  NCTE Team · [email protected]

October 28, 2020 at 3:41 PM

NCTE is looking for people-persons to join our team, is one of them you?

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, Our community is changing, our needs are changing, and the challenges we face are changing. We are learning to adapt and finding new ways to face those challenges and fight the battles. The only …

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 27, 2020 at 4:38 PM

Let's help Joe and Kamala finish this race strong

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, Seven days is all we’ve got left until the polls close and the ballots get counted. Millions of us, more than ever before at this point, have already cast our votes, whether by mail or early voting i…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 27, 2020 at 4:38 PM

Let's help Joe and Kamala finish this race strong

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, Seven days is all we’ve got left until the polls close and the ballots get counted. Millions of us, more than ever before at this point, have already cast our votes, whether by mail or early voting i…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 23, 2020 at 10:06 PM

Not to be pushy, but do you have a voting plan?

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   We are seeing record turnout already this election season, showing just how important this election is. There is so much on the line, and we can’t sit this one out. There is power in our collectiv…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 23, 2020 at 10:06 PM

Not to be pushy, but do you have a voting plan?

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   We are seeing record turnout already this election season, showing just how important this election is. There is so much on the line, and we can’t sit this one out. There is power in our collectiv…

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

October 20, 2020 at 10:31 PM

Trans rights are on the ballot - and we have 14 Days!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   There are only two weeks left until the election ends. Millions of us have already gone to the polls in person, dropped our ballots off at ballot boxes, or put them in the mail. And, of course, th…

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  Mara Keisling, Executive Director · [email protected]

October 20, 2020 at 10:31 PM

Trans rights are on the ballot - and we have 14 Days!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   There are only two weeks left until the election ends. Millions of us have already gone to the polls in person, dropped our ballots off at ballot boxes, or put them in the mail. And, of course, th…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 15, 2020 at 9:20 PM

Before Joe Biden takes the stage tonight, he has a special message for you

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   Voters like you and I were supposed to have had the opportunity to hear from the two men who want to be our next president, but apparently having to use Zoom wasn’t good enough for one of them, e…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 15, 2020 at 9:20 PM

Before Joe Biden takes the stage tonight, he has a special message for you

National Center for Transgender Equality   John,   Voters like you and I were supposed to have had the opportunity to hear from the two men who want to be our next president, but apparently having to use Zoom wasn’t good enough for one of them, e…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 13, 2020 at 6:43 PM

Got a phone? Good, put it to work!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, The most consequential election of our generation ends in exactly three weeks. That means we have 21 days to ensure Donald Trump is a one term president. We all know we can’t afford another four ye…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 13, 2020 at 6:43 PM

Got a phone? Good, put it to work!

National Center for Transgender Equality   John, The most consequential election of our generation ends in exactly three weeks. That means we have 21 days to ensure Donald Trump is a one term president. We all know we can’t afford another four ye…

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  Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Deputy Executive Director for Policy & Action · [email protected]

October 4, 2020 at 2:25 PM

Election Day is in 30 Days - But People Are Voting Now

National Center for Transgender Equality     John,   There may only be 30 days left until the election, but our work doesn’t stop on November 3. The day after Election Day, for us, will be a day to launch brand-new strategies for equality for our …

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