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Skimm’d while catching up with our favorite TikToker June 4, 2022 [Read in browser]( [theSkimm Logo] Daily Skimm [Weekend Lounging Koala with a Drink]( Skimm’d while catching up with [our favorite TikToker]( What's Happening …in your watchlist: An [LGBTQ+ rom-com]( that puts the ‘fire’ in “Fire Island.” …in your weekend plans: [Drag brunch]( at Taco Bell. …in your summer wardrobe: [Swimwear]( for every body. …in your cup: [Three ways]( to raise a glass to Pride Month. They’re Not ‘Just Like Us' Design: Camille Rapay | Photo: Getty Images Depp v. Heard: The trial nobody could avoid [is over](. The conversations that it triggered about abuse, domestic violence, and #MeToo will continue. But let’s not make a movement of millions about two celebrities. The Story From every angle, the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial was a spectacle. And thanks to the live courtroom cameras — [rare]( during trials centering on allegations of domestic abuse — every glance and gesture could be spliced, captioned, and shared on all corners of [social media](. Which, domestic violence orgs warn, could have a “[chilling effect](” on survivors. Let’s talk about it... We don’t have to tell you that Heard was [vilified on social media](. A [staggering]( level of hate toward the actress, from men’s rights ‘activists’ and [Depp’s fans](, flooded TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter for weeks. And the virality was unrelenting. The Depp-Heard trial seemed to end largely in Depp’s favor. While the jury found defamation on both sides, Depp was awarded more money. Still, some experts have [brought up inconsistencies]( in the verdict, and Heard plans to appeal. Regardless of what happens, damage has [already been done](. Go on. Reminder: The Depp-Heard trial was a pair of defamation lawsuits. It wasn't a criminal domestic violence case. But retaliation — even just [the threat of it]( — has [long been]( a textbook part of abusers’ playbooks, according to experts. Now, advocates worry that after watching the Depp-Heard trial, abuse survivors will be [even more afraid]( to come forward publicly. Not just because they might not be believed. But because they fear being mocked, humiliated, and maligned. [Even sued](. Particularly if similar headline-making defamation cases move forward. See: [Marilyn Manson]( suing Evan Rachel Wood. And [Dave Portnoy]( suing Insider. Yikes. You said it. Some fear that the Depp-Heard trial could [set a dangerous precedent]( for defamation cases. But others say survivors [shouldn’t be deterred]( from speaking the truth (or reporting it to the authorities) because of one sensational celebrity case. Legally, [defamation is defined]( as a person knowingly publishing or communicating lies about someone else to hurt their reputation (which can include [social media](). Though in reality, even when the accusations are true, an alleged abuser can still [drag you into court](. It’s just one more tool that [abusers can wield](. But survivors can also [take abusers to court]( if they're accused of making things up. theSkimm The staggering fact is that 1 in 3 women — and 1 in 4 men — in the US experience domestic violence. Those numbers are almost certainly higher, since it’s estimated that nearly half of all incidents might go unreported, according to [the DOJ](. Remember: There are [resources]( and laws in place to [protect survivors](. And the movement to speak out has come too far to start taking steps back. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=A movement of millions is about more than two celebrities #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23they-re-not-just-like-us) Bookmark'd The weekend means more time to do the things you love. For many of us, that’s reading. But we can’t Skimm it all for you. So instead, we’re giving you a look at the reads we’ve saved, texted, and emailed to our friends… [The Euphoria of Elliot Page](…in his own words, the Oscar-nominated actor offers an intimate look into his life as one of the world’s most famous transgender men. [How Bodegas Became Cultural Centers for Beauty](…an ode to coming of age, and New York's most special stores. [The Women of 'The Janes' Risked It All](…a new documentary shines a light on the underground network of women who provided affordable and safe abortions in the days before Roe v. Wade. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=Here are your weekend long reads #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23custom) Downtime Design: theSkimm | Photo: Getty Images Downtime doesn’t have to mean doing nothing. Here’s one idea for making the most of your weekend. Summer is (unofficially) here. And after two years of pandemic-related postponements and delays, you might be ready to make up for lost time with an adventure far from home. It’s a trend that experts are describing as “[revenge travel](.” And to help make sure your revenge is sweet, here are travel itineraries for just about every interest. (Don't forget these [smart travel accessories]( or [flying essentials](.) Love to get lost in a great TV show? Consider a trip that’ll let you [live out your favorite stories](. You could attend a tea fit for Queen Charlotte in “Bridgerton.” You could traverse the Scottish Highlands à la lovestruck time travelers in “Outlander.” Or you could take a “Yellowstone”-inspired trip to, yes, Yellowstone. More in tune with nature than TV? Try [a birding excursion](. Think: days filled with IDing wingspans and the calls of the wild (don’t [forget your bins](!) and nights spent [sleeping in the trees](. Or you could take [a star trek]( to one of the country’s stellar Dark Sky Preserves. Traveling during Pride Month? Visit the landmarks where LGBTQ+ history was made, either in the [US]( or [abroad](. (If you’re staying stateside, make sure to support [queer-owned businesses]( along the way.) And if you consider meals to be the highlight of any trip, visit the best diners [in every state](, which are guaranteed to leave you feeling full. Ready, set, away you go! PS: We [answered your Qs]( about summer travel — from dealing with COVID-19 testing requirements, to whether flight and gas costs will go down, and more. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=The best vacations to take this summer #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23custom) Eyes On: The 2022 Midterms Design: theSkimm The midterm elections have a big impact on the policies that affect our day-to-day lives. So we’re here to help you [Skimm Your Ballot](. And Skimm what’s going on next week… State(s) of Play: On [Tuesday, June 7](, there are [primary elections]( in [California]( (Senate, House, Governor), [Iowa]( (Senate, House, Governor), [Mississippi]( (House), [Montana]( (House), [New Jersey]( (House), and [New Mexico]( (House, Governor). The Talkers: There are some buzzy Senate (see: [Iowa]() and Gov (see: [New Mexico]() primaries this week. But most of the attention is on House races, thanks to newly redrawn congressional maps after [redistricting](. Like in… - California, where most of the House primaries have an incumbent Dem running for re-election. That’s part of what makes the state so appealing to the GOP, as it attempts to [retake control of the House](. - Iowa, due to redistricting, [Republicans]( think they might have a chance to unseat the [only Dem]( in the state’s congressional delegation. - Montana, which snagged [a second House rep](, after only having one for decades. Meaning, it doubled the size of its delegation. That change is expected to benefit Republicans, who seem likely to pick former [Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke]( as their nom. - New Jersey, where Dems flipped a few seats during the Trump presidency. But after [a closer-than-expected gov race]( last year, some Republicans are looking at the state's House seats with fresh eyes. And using the primary to test how competitive some could be. PS: The results of these elections are up to the voters. Click [here]( to learn more about how to make your vote count. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=All eyes on the 2022 midterm elections #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23custom) Skimm Picks 1. What our readers kept adding to cart last month. From a bug-bite suction tool to a gorgeous sheath dress, [here's everything]( that Skimm'rs (hey, that's you) were totally obsessed with. 2. Buzzy books to dive into this summer. There’s just something about a light breeze and sunshine that makes reading [the perfect book]( all the more satisfying. Let's start turning pages. 3. The best sales to shop this week. Like Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale and an extra 50% off sale items at J.Crew. Our [shopping carts]( are filled. *PS: This is a sponsored post. Skimm More More Skimm, more knowledge. Here’s what else we covered this week… - Everything that you need to [know about breastfeeding]( - 5 (very real) reasons it's hard for millennials to [buy a home]( - How [high-functioning depression]( gets overlooked - An [advocate]( and a [mom]( share their stories about abortion Save the Date Like ours, your work and personal calendars are probably hectic. So here are some events you should know about... The [2022 French Open Finals](. Tune in to see who gets served: The women’s finals are Saturday AM (ICYMI, [recap here](), and the men play Sunday. The [2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards](. The only show that gives prizes for both Best Kiss and Best Fight. The [2022 Tribeca Festival]( begins. Start [stockpiling your popcorn](. “[Ms. Marvel](” premieres on Disney+. Marvel-ous. PS: Want more events like this on your cal? theSkimm App gives you a heads-up on when everything from holidays to sports games to awards shows are going down. Download it [here](. [Facebook]([Twitter]([Email](mailto:?body=Four things to add to your cal this week #theSkimm%0A3Ftype%3Demailurl%26r%3DSKIMM%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Ddsshare%23custom) theSkimm Loyalty Program Design: theSkimm Psst...Triple the sign up points* ends soon. [Sign up for theSkimm Loyalty Program]( between now and June 7th and 3x the points* are yours. Hello, fast-tracked rewards. *Sign up promotion limited to new member enrollments occurring between May 23, 2022 and June 7, 2022. Contact loyalty@theSkimm.com for questions. 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