Mandy Tempel
@atempel.bsky.social
Disability Rights Activist, Mom & Nerd. Follows & RPs are not endorsements. HR, IT Accessibility, Non Profit + Civil Service Engagement, DEIA, Soccer, & Science.
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Alice Wong, the activist, MacArthur Genius Award recipient, and author known for the Disability Visibility Project, has sadly passed away at the age of 51. May her memory be a blessing and the legacy...
https://www.npr.org/2025/11/15/nx-s1-5609903/disability-rights-activist-author-alice-wong-dies-51
https://www.npr.org/2025/11/15/nx-s1-5609903/disability-rights-activist-author-alice-wong-dies-51
Disability rights activist and author Alice Wong dies at 51
The MacArthur "Genius" Award-winner was best known as the founder of the Disability Visibility Project, which highlights disabled people and disability culture through storytelling projects, social media and other channels.
www.npr.org
November 16, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Alice Wong, the activist, MacArthur Genius Award recipient, and author known for the Disability Visibility Project, has sadly passed away at the age of 51. May her memory be a blessing and the legacy...
https://www.npr.org/2025/11/15/nx-s1-5609903/disability-rights-activist-author-alice-wong-dies-51
https://www.npr.org/2025/11/15/nx-s1-5609903/disability-rights-activist-author-alice-wong-dies-51
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"A luminary of disability justice mvt” who wanted to see a world where people w disabilities, esp those of marginalized demographics who were people of color, LGBTQ+ people & immigrants, could live freely and have full autonomy over their lives and decisions."
* www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
* www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
November 17, 2025 at 2:58 AM
"A luminary of disability justice mvt” who wanted to see a world where people w disabilities, esp those of marginalized demographics who were people of color, LGBTQ+ people & immigrants, could live freely and have full autonomy over their lives and decisions."
* www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
* www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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R.I.P. Alice Wong. Rereading this wonderful piece by Sonja Sharp (is she on Bluesky?)
For ‘disabled oracle’ Alice Wong, rest is a radical act www.latimes.com/california/s...
For ‘disabled oracle’ Alice Wong, rest is a radical act www.latimes.com/california/s...
For 'disabled oracle' Alice Wong, rest is a radical act
Disability rights activist Alice Wong's debut memoir is out Tuesday. But don't expect to see her on a book tour, read from her work or sign copies.
www.latimes.com
November 17, 2025 at 3:20 AM
R.I.P. Alice Wong. Rereading this wonderful piece by Sonja Sharp (is she on Bluesky?)
For ‘disabled oracle’ Alice Wong, rest is a radical act www.latimes.com/california/s...
For ‘disabled oracle’ Alice Wong, rest is a radical act www.latimes.com/california/s...
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Men just realizing why women walk around so enraged all the time is hilarious.
So the occupant of our White House is cool with pedophilia and we’re just going to carry on like everything is normal?
November 17, 2025 at 4:58 AM
Men just realizing why women walk around so enraged all the time is hilarious.
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RIP Alice Wong, author, #HumanRights activist, disabled warrior and fierce with it! Farewell @sfdirewolf.bsky.social
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If you haven't heard of Alice Wong, here's an interview from earlier in 2025 on her receiving a 2024 MacArthur ‘genius’ award.
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www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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If you haven't heard of Alice Wong, here's an interview from earlier in 2025 on her receiving a 2024 MacArthur ‘genius’ award.
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www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Disability advocate Alice Wong on resistance in the new year: ‘Life is a dumpster fire, but I’m not alone’
The activist, who received a 2024 MacArthur ‘genius’ grant, reflects on a moment that changed her life – and why she finds hope in sci-fi
www.theguardian.com
November 15, 2025 at 8:30 AM
RIP Alice Wong, author, #HumanRights activist, disabled warrior and fierce with it! Farewell @sfdirewolf.bsky.social
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If you haven't heard of Alice Wong, here's an interview from earlier in 2025 on her receiving a 2024 MacArthur ‘genius’ award.
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www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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If you haven't heard of Alice Wong, here's an interview from earlier in 2025 on her receiving a 2024 MacArthur ‘genius’ award.
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www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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Want to honor Alice Wong and her work? Wear a damn mask!
November 15, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Want to honor Alice Wong and her work? Wear a damn mask!
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Alice Wong, a writer and activist who was born with muscular dystrophy and who fought relentlessly for equal rights and access for people with disabilities, died on Friday. She was 51. nyti.ms/4r9WqEr
November 15, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Alice Wong, a writer and activist who was born with muscular dystrophy and who fought relentlessly for equal rights and access for people with disabilities, died on Friday. She was 51. nyti.ms/4r9WqEr
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"I'm honored to be your ancestor" - Alice Wong
Thank you, Alice.
Thank you, Alice.
I don’t want to formulate words yet, but my friend Alice Wong, @sfdirewolf.bsky.social of the Disability Visibility Project, has passed.
Here are the words she left behind:
www.instagram.com/p/DREMDNBjnq...
Here are the words she left behind:
www.instagram.com/p/DREMDNBjnq...
Alice Wong on Instagram: "ID: Yellow background with black text "This is Alice's friend Sandy Ho, posting. Per Alice's wishes, this message is being shared at the time of her passing. Hi everyone, it ...
423 likes, 73 comments - alicatsamurai on November 14, 2025: "ID: Yellow background with black text "This is Alice's friend Sandy Ho, posting. Per Alice's wishes, this message is being shared at the t...
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November 15, 2025 at 6:09 AM
"I'm honored to be your ancestor" - Alice Wong
Thank you, Alice.
Thank you, Alice.
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“Don’t let the bastards grind you down. I love you all.”
November 15, 2025 at 6:15 AM
“Don’t let the bastards grind you down. I love you all.”
@sfdirewolf.bsky.social may your memory be for a blessing and a continued call for disability justice.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:18 PM
@sfdirewolf.bsky.social may your memory be for a blessing and a continued call for disability justice.
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I moved to Minnesota in June 2023 during a day when the air smelled like a campfire. When I’ve asked longtime Minnesotans about the increasingly severe smoke during our summers, they all say it was never a problem until a few years ago. And wow, this graph has got the receipts.
November 14, 2025 at 9:17 PM
I moved to Minnesota in June 2023 during a day when the air smelled like a campfire. When I’ve asked longtime Minnesotans about the increasingly severe smoke during our summers, they all say it was never a problem until a few years ago. And wow, this graph has got the receipts.
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This is a statement I received from a Epstein survivor who is a Jane Doe.
Share it widely.
Share it widely.
November 14, 2025 at 10:45 PM
This is a statement I received from a Epstein survivor who is a Jane Doe.
Share it widely.
Share it widely.
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Trump admin Is attempting to massive cut federal transit funds, seeking to:
1–Eliminate transit account, which funds billions of $ in capital expenses for transit agencies
2–Prevent state DOTs from “flexing” funds for transit
These changes, if they occurred, would be devastating for US transit.
1–Eliminate transit account, which funds billions of $ in capital expenses for transit agencies
2–Prevent state DOTs from “flexing” funds for transit
These changes, if they occurred, would be devastating for US transit.
POLITICO Pro: Trump administration proposals seek to eliminate transit funding
DOT recently sent two proposals to the White House budget office seeking to pare back transit money.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Trump admin Is attempting to massive cut federal transit funds, seeking to:
1–Eliminate transit account, which funds billions of $ in capital expenses for transit agencies
2–Prevent state DOTs from “flexing” funds for transit
These changes, if they occurred, would be devastating for US transit.
1–Eliminate transit account, which funds billions of $ in capital expenses for transit agencies
2–Prevent state DOTs from “flexing” funds for transit
These changes, if they occurred, would be devastating for US transit.
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Important viewpoint for everyone that puts on outdoor events in winter. “Accessibility can also mean something softer, more personal: being capable of participating fully without discomfort, fear, or exhaustion. Weather affects this aspect, particularly for fans with mobility challenges.”
Please read this take on the #MLS proposed season switch from an @accessiloons.bsky.social founder @iscsupporters.bsky.social wheelsondown.com/when-the-sea...
When the Season Shifts - Wheels On Down the Road
When I first became a soccer fan, I never thought much about the weather. It was just part of the experience. The game and I have evolved. I’ve started thinking about how changing seasons shape wha…
wheelsondown.com
November 13, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Important viewpoint for everyone that puts on outdoor events in winter. “Accessibility can also mean something softer, more personal: being capable of participating fully without discomfort, fear, or exhaustion. Weather affects this aspect, particularly for fans with mobility challenges.”
Please read this take on the #MLS proposed season switch from an @accessiloons.bsky.social founder @iscsupporters.bsky.social wheelsondown.com/when-the-sea...
When the Season Shifts - Wheels On Down the Road
When I first became a soccer fan, I never thought much about the weather. It was just part of the experience. The game and I have evolved. I’ve started thinking about how changing seasons shape wha…
wheelsondown.com
November 13, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Please read this take on the #MLS proposed season switch from an @accessiloons.bsky.social founder @iscsupporters.bsky.social wheelsondown.com/when-the-sea...
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Almost all soccer leagues are on “some random streaming service” in the US. I have to pay for Peacock to watch the PL and still don’t get all the games. ESPN for Bundesliga and La Liga. Paramount for Serie A. So why is it weird for MLS to be on a streaming service?
November 12, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Almost all soccer leagues are on “some random streaming service” in the US. I have to pay for Peacock to watch the PL and still don’t get all the games. ESPN for Bundesliga and La Liga. Paramount for Serie A. So why is it weird for MLS to be on a streaming service?
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MLS wants to go to a winter schedule but can’t deal with college and NFL game conflicts already? How about a whole season of Tuesday and Wednesday games so we avoid the “big $” leagues? Are they realizing this makes the case for staying in spring/summer schedule?
November 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
MLS wants to go to a winter schedule but can’t deal with college and NFL game conflicts already? How about a whole season of Tuesday and Wednesday games so we avoid the “big $” leagues? Are they realizing this makes the case for staying in spring/summer schedule?
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Yesterday afternoon #MNUFC did what seemed impossible for many years, defeating the Sounders in the #MLSCupPlayoffs. Our recap of last night's huge win.
Northland Soccer Journal | Once again it takes penalties, but Minnesota drops Seattle to advance in the playoffs
In a match that absolutely nobody expected, Minnesota United came out on top in a crazy match followed by a crazier series of penalties. Two early goals
northlandsoccer.com
November 9, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Yesterday afternoon #MNUFC did what seemed impossible for many years, defeating the Sounders in the #MLSCupPlayoffs. Our recap of last night's huge win.
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#MNUFC will host Portland if the Timbers make the conference semifinals. Minnesota can't host the conference finals, but could host MLS Cup if NYCFC (and the Loons, obviously) make it through to the final.
November 9, 2025 at 4:07 AM
#MNUFC will host Portland if the Timbers make the conference semifinals. Minnesota can't host the conference finals, but could host MLS Cup if NYCFC (and the Loons, obviously) make it through to the final.
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Closing some #MNUFC loops here:
- Joseph Rosales is suspended for the conference semifinal.
- Dayne St. Clair, Michael Boxall, and Joaquín Pereyra all got their second yellows of the playoffs but aren't suspended - and can get a third in the semis without being suspended for the conference final.
- Joseph Rosales is suspended for the conference semifinal.
- Dayne St. Clair, Michael Boxall, and Joaquín Pereyra all got their second yellows of the playoffs but aren't suspended - and can get a third in the semis without being suspended for the conference final.
November 9, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Closing some #MNUFC loops here:
- Joseph Rosales is suspended for the conference semifinal.
- Dayne St. Clair, Michael Boxall, and Joaquín Pereyra all got their second yellows of the playoffs but aren't suspended - and can get a third in the semis without being suspended for the conference final.
- Joseph Rosales is suspended for the conference semifinal.
- Dayne St. Clair, Michael Boxall, and Joaquín Pereyra all got their second yellows of the playoffs but aren't suspended - and can get a third in the semis without being suspended for the conference final.
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Minnesota United with the most Minnesota United 10-man performance.
November 9, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Minnesota United with the most Minnesota United 10-man performance.