Sara
@asimilarkite.bsky.social
I watch significantly too many movies, eat far more than my fair share of cheese, and spend an inordinate amount of time knitting.
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The Library of Congress will be a shell of what it is.
Trump naming Todd Blanche — the former defense attorney from his hush money trial — as acting Librarian of Congress
Trump naming his former defense attorney as acting Librarian of Congress
Todd Blanche already holds the number two position at the Justice Department.
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May 12, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The Library of Congress will be a shell of what it is.
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While you're distracted by a SCOTUS case about inclusive books in schools, the new leader at the IMLS is demanding that state librarians share what their grant money is being used for.
I told you this would happen, and here it is.
I told you this would happen, and here it is.
April 22, 2025 at 4:40 PM
While you're distracted by a SCOTUS case about inclusive books in schools, the new leader at the IMLS is demanding that state librarians share what their grant money is being used for.
I told you this would happen, and here it is.
I told you this would happen, and here it is.
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Look at these fucking assholes celebrating defunding libraries.
April 3, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Look at these fucking assholes celebrating defunding libraries.
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New — Institute of Museum and Library Sciences employees were allowed back in the building this morning to gather belongings after all being put on admin leave by DOGE yesterday. Supporters have gathered in front of the building and staffers inside have posted a visible sign that says "SOS IMLS."
April 1, 2025 at 3:14 PM
New — Institute of Museum and Library Sciences employees were allowed back in the building this morning to gather belongings after all being put on admin leave by DOGE yesterday. Supporters have gathered in front of the building and staffers inside have posted a visible sign that says "SOS IMLS."
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This is the email just received by IMLS staffers placing them on paid administrative leave for up to 90 days.
“Please understand that this action is not punitive but rather is taken to facilitate the work and operations of the agency.”
“Please understand that this action is not punitive but rather is taken to facilitate the work and operations of the agency.”
March 31, 2025 at 6:56 PM
This is the email just received by IMLS staffers placing them on paid administrative leave for up to 90 days.
“Please understand that this action is not punitive but rather is taken to facilitate the work and operations of the agency.”
“Please understand that this action is not punitive but rather is taken to facilitate the work and operations of the agency.”
Now that I have seen Nickel
boys, I can verify that it is absolutely a travesty that it wasn’t nominated for directing or cinematography. How?
boys, I can verify that it is absolutely a travesty that it wasn’t nominated for directing or cinematography. How?
January 27, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Now that I have seen Nickel
boys, I can verify that it is absolutely a travesty that it wasn’t nominated for directing or cinematography. How?
boys, I can verify that it is absolutely a travesty that it wasn’t nominated for directing or cinematography. How?
I have seen 75 movies that came out in 2024, yet somehow I have only seen five of the Best Picture nominees (six after this weekend).
January 23, 2025 at 3:31 PM
I have seen 75 movies that came out in 2024, yet somehow I have only seen five of the Best Picture nominees (six after this weekend).
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I will continue to report on emerging public health threats, no matter the circumstances.
Rest assured, I’ll keep you updated on bird flu and COVID-19.
I’ll share the latest data from trusted CDC contacts as soon as it’s available.
Please spread the word and follow us for updates.
Rest assured, I’ll keep you updated on bird flu and COVID-19.
I’ll share the latest data from trusted CDC contacts as soon as it’s available.
Please spread the word and follow us for updates.
January 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
I will continue to report on emerging public health threats, no matter the circumstances.
Rest assured, I’ll keep you updated on bird flu and COVID-19.
I’ll share the latest data from trusted CDC contacts as soon as it’s available.
Please spread the word and follow us for updates.
Rest assured, I’ll keep you updated on bird flu and COVID-19.
I’ll share the latest data from trusted CDC contacts as soon as it’s available.
Please spread the word and follow us for updates.
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This action will deliver a devasting blow to America's commitment to preserving museum and library services.
We know this won't end here.
action.everylibrary.org/trump_has_al...
We know this won't end here.
action.everylibrary.org/trump_has_al...
Trump Has ALREADY Attacked Libraries
This action is the first step in dismantling the Institute of Museum and Library Services and eliminating federal funding for libraries.
action.everylibrary.org
January 21, 2025 at 3:33 PM
This action will deliver a devasting blow to America's commitment to preserving museum and library services.
We know this won't end here.
action.everylibrary.org/trump_has_al...
We know this won't end here.
action.everylibrary.org/trump_has_al...
Hello. I am a librarian. For now. My position is entirely funded by IMLS. Maybe write your elected officials and tell them you want IMLS to still exist?
January 22, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Hello. I am a librarian. For now. My position is entirely funded by IMLS. Maybe write your elected officials and tell them you want IMLS to still exist?