Inauguration 2025: Progress, but the Real Fight Is Just Beginning
Trump’s executive orders may bring relief, but lasting change depends on us.
Tomorrow, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States and the Village People have agreed to perform at the inauguration. For many of us who began this journey as progressives, this moment is bittersweet. It’s not about loyalty to Trump but about necessity—a fight to protect children, restore fairness, and defend reality against the tide of gender ideology. This isn’t a time for smugness or hostility. It’s a moment to stand firm, guided by common sense and compassion.
Executive orders are expected to address some of the most damaging policies of recent years. Protecting children from harmful medical interventions, ensuring fairness in sports, and preserving safety in women’s spaces are critical first steps. These actions will provide relief, but they’re only part of the solution. Policies can shift overnight; enduring change requires more than governance—it requires a cultural transformation.
Already, activists and media are preparing to frame these protective measures as part of a so-called “trans genocide.” Countering this false narrative demands careful engagement, not reactive anger.
Corinna Cohn recently showed what this engagement looks like. At a NY school board meeting last week, Cori faced protesters but didn’t respond with outrage. Instead, Cori thanked them for showing up, listened to their concerns, and shared personal insights. This wasn’t about scoring points; it was about laying the groundwork for mutual understanding. Standing firm doesn’t mean aggression—it means clarity, patience, and a willingness to connect.
As we witness tomorrow’s inauguration, let it serve as a reminder of how much remains to be done. Winning this fight requires not only changing laws but also reaching hearts and minds. It’s a daunting task, but it’s the only way to ensure today’s progress becomes tomorrow’s foundation.
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Cori displayed an-all-too rare maturity in the face of the protestors. Thank you for being an example of what is needed - on all sides!! - to move the needle forward in protecting women and children.
Yes, "It’s a moment to stand firm, guided by common sense and compassion." There is much work yet to be done.
The new administration and possible policy changes are too late for my family and my daughter, but I continue to write and stand firm in hopes that other families will avoid the tragedy that occurred in my family.