Monika Nayak (she/her)
@monikayak.bsky.social
she/her/hers | Reproductive Health Policy Researcher and Ph.D. Candidate at UCLA | Abortion is healthcare. | #SexEdForAll | Opinions are my own.
StL⚡️BOS⚡️DC⚡️LA ⚡️now Sunnyvale, CA
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The primary objective of journalism is supposed to be telling the truth. It is a DECISION on the part of USA Today to know that new details have emerged about this case and to refuse to update an old story that is still circulating and still shaming Jane Doe.
October 2, 2026 at 7:37 PM
The primary objective of journalism is supposed to be telling the truth. It is a DECISION on the part of USA Today to know that new details have emerged about this case and to refuse to update an old story that is still circulating and still shaming Jane Doe.
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I'm not linking the piece because I'd like for as few people to read it as possible. I'm writing about it here because:
- I want to be clear about what happened to anyone who saw that article and felt betrayed to see me associated with it.
- These are bad decisions that deserve public shame.
- I want to be clear about what happened to anyone who saw that article and felt betrayed to see me associated with it.
- These are bad decisions that deserve public shame.
October 2, 2026 at 7:37 PM
I'm not linking the piece because I'd like for as few people to read it as possible. I'm writing about it here because:
- I want to be clear about what happened to anyone who saw that article and felt betrayed to see me associated with it.
- These are bad decisions that deserve public shame.
- I want to be clear about what happened to anyone who saw that article and felt betrayed to see me associated with it.
- These are bad decisions that deserve public shame.
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Science shows medication abortion could be offered more widely. And support for and interest in over-the-counter abortion pills is high. Spread the word and follow us for more updates on MiMi. #MiMi4All
October 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Science shows medication abortion could be offered more widely. And support for and interest in over-the-counter abortion pills is high. Spread the word and follow us for more updates on MiMi. #MiMi4All
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That's why we created MiMi, a conceptual design for a future over-the-counter medication abortion kit containing instructions, abortion pills, and a pregnancy test.
MiMi is not yet available—but it’s a dream that could one day be reality. mimi4all.com
MiMi is not yet available—but it’s a dream that could one day be reality. mimi4all.com
MiMi4All | The Future of Abortion Pills
Discover MiMi, a new concept for a future over-the-counter medication abortion kit, supported by reproductive health science and research.
mimi4all.com
October 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM
That's why we created MiMi, a conceptual design for a future over-the-counter medication abortion kit containing instructions, abortion pills, and a pregnancy test.
MiMi is not yet available—but it’s a dream that could one day be reality. mimi4all.com
MiMi is not yet available—but it’s a dream that could one day be reality. mimi4all.com
Feeling like everything political is terrible and a downward spiral? This @thenation.com episode was a lil boost this AM open.spotify.com/episode/3wf2...
The Amazing Movement Against Data Centers, plus How to be a Dissident / Start Making Sense
The Nation Podcasts · Episode
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September 9, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Feeling like everything political is terrible and a downward spiral? This @thenation.com episode was a lil boost this AM open.spotify.com/episode/3wf2...
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Buckingham Palace band playing 9 to 5 for Dolly Parton
August 26, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Buckingham Palace band playing 9 to 5 for Dolly Parton
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What a life Dolly Parton led. Has anyone ever done more good while having more fun?
May we each honor her by continually finding out who we are and doing it on purpose.
May we each honor her by continually finding out who we are and doing it on purpose.
August 26, 2026 at 12:16 AM
What a life Dolly Parton led. Has anyone ever done more good while having more fun?
May we each honor her by continually finding out who we are and doing it on purpose.
May we each honor her by continually finding out who we are and doing it on purpose.
Why does the chicken think that going to nursing school makes her an optometrist? #LoveIslandUSA
June 17, 2026 at 2:56 AM
Why does the chicken think that going to nursing school makes her an optometrist? #LoveIslandUSA
I'm seeing a lot of slander for the #loveislandus intro song.
Those of us with a lifetime of Bollywood exposure know an item song when we see one and the stranger or more awkward the move, the more iconic
Those of us with a lifetime of Bollywood exposure know an item song when we see one and the stranger or more awkward the move, the more iconic
Chunari Chunari Song | Biwi No 1 | Anuradha Sriram | Abhijeet Bhattacharya
ALT: Chunari Chunari Song | Biwi No 1 | Anuradha Sriram | Abhijeet Bhattacharya
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June 4, 2026 at 8:23 PM
I'm seeing a lot of slander for the #loveislandus intro song.
Those of us with a lifetime of Bollywood exposure know an item song when we see one and the stranger or more awkward the move, the more iconic
Those of us with a lifetime of Bollywood exposure know an item song when we see one and the stranger or more awkward the move, the more iconic
What a wonderful way to celebrate my successful defense with some moments alone at the Madonna Inn listening to live jazz and reading dozens of beautiful messages from my loved ones
May 15, 2026 at 2:41 AM
What a wonderful way to celebrate my successful defense with some moments alone at the Madonna Inn listening to live jazz and reading dozens of beautiful messages from my loved ones
My whole timeline is the change to PMOS, summer house discourse, and side eyeing other mayors for not keeping their billionaires in check like @mayor.nyc.gov
Exactly what I want right now
Exactly what I want right now
May 14, 2026 at 6:31 PM
My whole timeline is the change to PMOS, summer house discourse, and side eyeing other mayors for not keeping their billionaires in check like @mayor.nyc.gov
Exactly what I want right now
Exactly what I want right now
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This incident (not isolated, BTW) was part of why I was unsurprised to see health systems capitulating and allowing I C E access to patients admitted to wards/units.
The criminalization of disabled and chronically ill patients is ripe ground for further violations of patients' privacy and rights.
The criminalization of disabled and chronically ill patients is ripe ground for further violations of patients' privacy and rights.
My best friend died an eminently preventable death after being ignored by doctors and nurses and accused of being a "seeker" (they had security toss her bags and throw out her medications). Turned out she had a pulmonary embolism.
April 25, 2026 at 3:50 PM
This incident (not isolated, BTW) was part of why I was unsurprised to see health systems capitulating and allowing I C E access to patients admitted to wards/units.
The criminalization of disabled and chronically ill patients is ripe ground for further violations of patients' privacy and rights.
The criminalization of disabled and chronically ill patients is ripe ground for further violations of patients' privacy and rights.
Look what was waiting for me outside on the evening I submitted my dissertation to my committee
April 23, 2026 at 9:51 PM
Look what was waiting for me outside on the evening I submitted my dissertation to my committee
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We cannot solve the maternal health crisis without midwives—they are a key part of the solution in Georgia and nationwide.
Yet under Georgia law, they are treated like criminals. That’s why we’re suing. https://bit.ly/48DsbOm
Yet under Georgia law, they are treated like criminals. That’s why we’re suing. https://bit.ly/48DsbOm
Black women in Georgia turn to midwives for safer births – so why does the state criminalize many of them?
A new lawsuit seeks to decriminalize the work of midwives banned from providing care amid a worsening maternal health crisis
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April 19, 2026 at 11:23 PM
We cannot solve the maternal health crisis without midwives—they are a key part of the solution in Georgia and nationwide.
Yet under Georgia law, they are treated like criminals. That’s why we’re suing. https://bit.ly/48DsbOm
Yet under Georgia law, they are treated like criminals. That’s why we’re suing. https://bit.ly/48DsbOm
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It seems to me like a lot of people haven't followed the details of why folks have issues with Substack, and basically assume that leaving the platform for moral or social reasons just automatically means giving up money.
But I don't think that's supported by the actual math.
But I don't think that's supported by the actual math.
There's a lot of talk about leaving Substack & whether it will be the death-knell of your newsletter. I have been on Beehiiv for 7 months now & @tlpavlich.gay helped me run some numbers. So, was leaving Substack worth it? The answer, for me, has been a resounding "yes."
Here are the hard numbers:
Here are the hard numbers:
seven months on beehiiv, by the numbers
was leaving substack worth it?
www.thefrankiedlc.news
April 19, 2026 at 9:34 PM
It seems to me like a lot of people haven't followed the details of why folks have issues with Substack, and basically assume that leaving the platform for moral or social reasons just automatically means giving up money.
But I don't think that's supported by the actual math.
But I don't think that's supported by the actual math.
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This woman is a handpicked Trump supporter from Arkansas and she is less anti-trans than the median Atlantic columnist
TRUMP: Do you think men should play in women's sports?
DOORDASH DRIVER: I really don't have an opinion on that. I'm here about no tax on tips.
DOORDASH DRIVER: I really don't have an opinion on that. I'm here about no tax on tips.
April 13, 2026 at 6:47 PM
This woman is a handpicked Trump supporter from Arkansas and she is less anti-trans than the median Atlantic columnist
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Cherise Doyley, a mother of three, was in labor at a Florida hospital when she had to attend a virtual court hearing to decide how she'd give birth.
Doyley had no lawyer or advocate — no one to explain to her what, exactly, was going on.
Read our full investigation: propub.li/3PRyLuf
Doyley had no lawyer or advocate — no one to explain to her what, exactly, was going on.
Read our full investigation: propub.li/3PRyLuf
April 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Cherise Doyley, a mother of three, was in labor at a Florida hospital when she had to attend a virtual court hearing to decide how she'd give birth.
Doyley had no lawyer or advocate — no one to explain to her what, exactly, was going on.
Read our full investigation: propub.li/3PRyLuf
Doyley had no lawyer or advocate — no one to explain to her what, exactly, was going on.
Read our full investigation: propub.li/3PRyLuf
A close friend is facing an imminent water shut off in their southeast D.C. condo complex.
Please help if you can. Details from the tenants in the linked video clip and description.
www.gofundme.com/f/urgent-aid...
Please help if you can. Details from the tenants in the linked video clip and description.
www.gofundme.com/f/urgent-aid...
Donate to Help Amber Overlook Residents Keep Their Homes, organized by Stewart Gray III
On March 19th, the residents of Amber Overlook received a notice from … Stewart Gray III needs your support for Help Amber Overlook Residents Keep Their Homes
www.gofundme.com
March 27, 2026 at 5:02 PM
A close friend is facing an imminent water shut off in their southeast D.C. condo complex.
Please help if you can. Details from the tenants in the linked video clip and description.
www.gofundme.com/f/urgent-aid...
Please help if you can. Details from the tenants in the linked video clip and description.
www.gofundme.com/f/urgent-aid...
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There are at least three major news stories about sexual assault and abuse of power by men in prominent positions this week. Government, labor, academia; the culture is everywhere, and women disproportionally bear the weight of the consequences.
If this week feels extra heavy, be kind to yourself.
If this week feels extra heavy, be kind to yourself.
March 19, 2026 at 12:16 PM
There are at least three major news stories about sexual assault and abuse of power by men in prominent positions this week. Government, labor, academia; the culture is everywhere, and women disproportionally bear the weight of the consequences.
If this week feels extra heavy, be kind to yourself.
If this week feels extra heavy, be kind to yourself.
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For centuries, midwives and doulas have provided reproductive health care in their communities, informed by ancestral expertise and cultural knowledge.
NIRH works with our partners towards policy solutions that increase access to midwifery care and improve pregnancy outcomes.
🎥: @reshmasaujani.com
NIRH works with our partners towards policy solutions that increase access to midwifery care and improve pregnancy outcomes.
🎥: @reshmasaujani.com
March 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM
For centuries, midwives and doulas have provided reproductive health care in their communities, informed by ancestral expertise and cultural knowledge.
NIRH works with our partners towards policy solutions that increase access to midwifery care and improve pregnancy outcomes.
🎥: @reshmasaujani.com
NIRH works with our partners towards policy solutions that increase access to midwifery care and improve pregnancy outcomes.
🎥: @reshmasaujani.com
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There are reports of ICE activity on the north side of Chicago happening now.
Please share so people in the area can be aware and take precautions.
If you’re in the area please come by our office at 7016 N Clark St for ICE whistles.
We protect each other. Chinga la migra.
Please share so people in the area can be aware and take precautions.
If you’re in the area please come by our office at 7016 N Clark St for ICE whistles.
We protect each other. Chinga la migra.
March 12, 2026 at 4:50 PM
There are reports of ICE activity on the north side of Chicago happening now.
Please share so people in the area can be aware and take precautions.
If you’re in the area please come by our office at 7016 N Clark St for ICE whistles.
We protect each other. Chinga la migra.
Please share so people in the area can be aware and take precautions.
If you’re in the area please come by our office at 7016 N Clark St for ICE whistles.
We protect each other. Chinga la migra.
Spent too much of today watching Noem play dumb to Congress. I can’t stand that people continue to be tortured and are dying in her hands
March 5, 2026 at 6:48 AM
Spent too much of today watching Noem play dumb to Congress. I can’t stand that people continue to be tortured and are dying in her hands
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I don’t even know anymore. War, the senseless murder of civilians, pedophiles in power, just a whole lot of fuckshit.
February 28, 2026 at 3:44 PM
I don’t even know anymore. War, the senseless murder of civilians, pedophiles in power, just a whole lot of fuckshit.
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Unidos somos América.
February 9, 2026 at 2:16 AM
Unidos somos América.