@atomicvenus.bsky.social
Oregonian. Gen X Goth nerd, progressive union member.
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A free and democratic society cannot silence comedians because the President doesn’t like what they say.
This is an attack on free speech and cannot be allowed to stand.
All elected officials need to speak up and push back on this undemocratic act.
This is an attack on free speech and cannot be allowed to stand.
All elected officials need to speak up and push back on this undemocratic act.
September 17, 2025 at 11:22 PM
A free and democratic society cannot silence comedians because the President doesn’t like what they say.
This is an attack on free speech and cannot be allowed to stand.
All elected officials need to speak up and push back on this undemocratic act.
This is an attack on free speech and cannot be allowed to stand.
All elected officials need to speak up and push back on this undemocratic act.
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NO KINGS 2.0 Salem · No Kings
**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.**
SAVE THE DATE!
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September 12, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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No Kings: Event Attendee Pre-Mobilization Call · Indivisible
Join us, Thursday, June 12th at 8:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm PT for a No Kings strategic prep call designed specifically for No Kings event attendees! During the call, we will provide timely updates, walk thr...
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June 10, 2025 at 2:11 AM
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Will your phone company warn you if the government wants your data?
For journalists, it could mean the difference between protecting a source and exposing one.
For journalists, it could mean the difference between protecting a source and exposing one.
Phone companies keep press surveillance secret
A new letter from Sen. Ron Wyden reveals which wireless carriers inform customers about government surveillance requests
freedom.press
May 28, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Will your phone company warn you if the government wants your data?
For journalists, it could mean the difference between protecting a source and exposing one.
For journalists, it could mean the difference between protecting a source and exposing one.
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We fully support @trahan.house.gov's efforts to reform the Privacy Act of 1974, specifically to protect American's data from the abuse we're seeing today. That reform is long overdue.
trahan.house.gov/news/documen...
trahan.house.gov/news/documen...
Trahan Announces Effort to Reform Privacy Act of 1974, Protect Americans’ Data from Government Abuse
trahan.house.gov
May 3, 2025 at 4:26 AM
We fully support @trahan.house.gov's efforts to reform the Privacy Act of 1974, specifically to protect American's data from the abuse we're seeing today. That reform is long overdue.
trahan.house.gov/news/documen...
trahan.house.gov/news/documen...
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BREAKING: this is the big one!
We @sddaction.bsky.social are proud to be part of a coalition of labor orgs, non-profits, & cities & counties suing to challenge the Trump admin’s reorganization of the entire federal gov.
It's against the law!
statedemocracydefenders.org/fund/massive...
We @sddaction.bsky.social are proud to be part of a coalition of labor orgs, non-profits, & cities & counties suing to challenge the Trump admin’s reorganization of the entire federal gov.
It's against the law!
statedemocracydefenders.org/fund/massive...
Massive Coalition of Unions, Non-Profit Groups, and Local Governments File Omnibus Challenge to Unconstitutional Reorganization of Federal Government - State Democracy Defenders Action
Press ReleaseApril 28, 2025 Reorganization and Massive Reductions in Force Across Federal Agencies Violate Core Constitutional Concepts of Separation of Powers WASHINGTON – A coalition that includes n...
statedemocracydefenders.org
April 29, 2025 at 1:55 AM
BREAKING: this is the big one!
We @sddaction.bsky.social are proud to be part of a coalition of labor orgs, non-profits, & cities & counties suing to challenge the Trump admin’s reorganization of the entire federal gov.
It's against the law!
statedemocracydefenders.org/fund/massive...
We @sddaction.bsky.social are proud to be part of a coalition of labor orgs, non-profits, & cities & counties suing to challenge the Trump admin’s reorganization of the entire federal gov.
It's against the law!
statedemocracydefenders.org/fund/massive...
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There are two Americas.
April 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM
There are two Americas.
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This fails the common sense test.
Tax the rich. Invest in families. Lower costs for working people.
And reject this Republican trickle-down economic nonsense.
Tax the rich. Invest in families. Lower costs for working people.
And reject this Republican trickle-down economic nonsense.
April 23, 2025 at 10:38 PM
This fails the common sense test.
Tax the rich. Invest in families. Lower costs for working people.
And reject this Republican trickle-down economic nonsense.
Tax the rich. Invest in families. Lower costs for working people.
And reject this Republican trickle-down economic nonsense.
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The protests are not for Trump to see, they are so you can all see each other and grow. It's not the protest itself that tyrants are afraid of, but the networks and community you can grow from them. Your strength is your unity and that's why the enemy thrives by demoralizing and dividing you. #3E
April 20, 2025 at 12:57 AM
The protests are not for Trump to see, they are so you can all see each other and grow. It's not the protest itself that tyrants are afraid of, but the networks and community you can grow from them. Your strength is your unity and that's why the enemy thrives by demoralizing and dividing you. #3E
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I want to tell you why the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia should matter to you.
The one power you cannot give the executive is the ability to imprison or expel anyone regardless of their legal rights. That is our key check against autocracy. And we are watching it disappear.
The one power you cannot give the executive is the ability to imprison or expel anyone regardless of their legal rights. That is our key check against autocracy. And we are watching it disappear.
April 15, 2025 at 9:05 PM
I want to tell you why the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia should matter to you.
The one power you cannot give the executive is the ability to imprison or expel anyone regardless of their legal rights. That is our key check against autocracy. And we are watching it disappear.
The one power you cannot give the executive is the ability to imprison or expel anyone regardless of their legal rights. That is our key check against autocracy. And we are watching it disappear.
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Locking down your phone, being mindful of what you're wearing, and coming up with plans to communicate with others are all key steps to take before attending a protest.
Attending a Protest
For quick reference, we've created a handy guide designed to be printed, folded, and carried in your pocket (PDF download).
Now, more than ever, citizens must be able to hold those in power accountab...
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April 15, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Locking down your phone, being mindful of what you're wearing, and coming up with plans to communicate with others are all key steps to take before attending a protest.
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American democracy depends on a free press.
It’s no surprise the fascist assaults by Trump-Musk on news organizations and journalists is so intense.
Press freedom IS democracy.
Important event 4/16 by
@freedom.press
bsky.app/profile/free...
It’s no surprise the fascist assaults by Trump-Musk on news organizations and journalists is so intense.
Press freedom IS democracy.
Important event 4/16 by
@freedom.press
bsky.app/profile/free...
Join us for an urgent discussion on the AP ban, White House press pool, and other attacks on the press by the Trump administration, featuring @briankarem.bsky.social, @stephaniesugars.bsky.social, and @caitlinvogus.bsky.social.
🗓️ April 16, 2pm ET/11am PT
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🗓️ April 16, 2pm ET/11am PT
freedom.press/access-denied
April 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
American democracy depends on a free press.
It’s no surprise the fascist assaults by Trump-Musk on news organizations and journalists is so intense.
Press freedom IS democracy.
Important event 4/16 by
@freedom.press
bsky.app/profile/free...
It’s no surprise the fascist assaults by Trump-Musk on news organizations and journalists is so intense.
Press freedom IS democracy.
Important event 4/16 by
@freedom.press
bsky.app/profile/free...
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20 important lessons
"On Tyranny" is a #1 NYT bestseller again. I wish the moment were different. But I’m glad the book is useful. And grateful for all the kind words about putting the 20 lessons to work.
snyder.substack.com/p/twenty-les...
snyder.substack.com/p/twenty-les...
Twenty Lessons, read by John Lithgow
Key selections from On Tyranny, for viewing and sharing
snyder.substack.com
April 12, 2025 at 10:58 PM
20 important lessons
Every day, I ask myself: Is the entire Administration made up of those with end stage syphilis?
“We need to get better at treating this like a business,” Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons said, explaining he wants to see a deportation process “like (Amazon) Prime, but with human beings.”
ICE director envisions Amazon-like mass deportation system: ‘Prime, but with human beings’ • Michigan Advance
The leader of Immigration and Customs Enforcement said that his dream for the agency is squads of trucks rounding up immigrants for deportation the same way that Amazon trucks crisscross American citi...
michiganadvance.com
April 9, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Every day, I ask myself: Is the entire Administration made up of those with end stage syphilis?
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🛑 No Republican healthcare cuts. Period.
Join Senator Wyden, Senate Democrats, SEIU and others for a virtual town hall to stop attacks on Medicaid and affordable care. #SaveMedicaid
🗓️ Tues, April 9 | 🕔 5–6:30 PM
📍 Register here: seiu.co/3EmdPWD
Join Senator Wyden, Senate Democrats, SEIU and others for a virtual town hall to stop attacks on Medicaid and affordable care. #SaveMedicaid
🗓️ Tues, April 9 | 🕔 5–6:30 PM
📍 Register here: seiu.co/3EmdPWD
April 8, 2025 at 5:27 PM
🛑 No Republican healthcare cuts. Period.
Join Senator Wyden, Senate Democrats, SEIU and others for a virtual town hall to stop attacks on Medicaid and affordable care. #SaveMedicaid
🗓️ Tues, April 9 | 🕔 5–6:30 PM
📍 Register here: seiu.co/3EmdPWD
Join Senator Wyden, Senate Democrats, SEIU and others for a virtual town hall to stop attacks on Medicaid and affordable care. #SaveMedicaid
🗓️ Tues, April 9 | 🕔 5–6:30 PM
📍 Register here: seiu.co/3EmdPWD
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The Center for Artistic Activism and Project Pericles are hosting a webinar about how creativity is a powerful tool for civic engagement and inspiring social good. Thursday, April 17.
#artactivism
c4aa-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#artactivism
c4aa-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
April 6, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The Center for Artistic Activism and Project Pericles are hosting a webinar about how creativity is a powerful tool for civic engagement and inspiring social good. Thursday, April 17.
#artactivism
c4aa-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#artactivism
c4aa-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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One man just wiped out $10 trillion in wealth, is destroying centuries-old legal protections, and seems determined to unravel humanity’s greatest public health achievement. In 3 months.
I don’t know how we get out of this. But if we do, one person can never have that kind of power again.
I don’t know how we get out of this. But if we do, one person can never have that kind of power again.
April 7, 2025 at 3:31 AM
One man just wiped out $10 trillion in wealth, is destroying centuries-old legal protections, and seems determined to unravel humanity’s greatest public health achievement. In 3 months.
I don’t know how we get out of this. But if we do, one person can never have that kind of power again.
I don’t know how we get out of this. But if we do, one person can never have that kind of power again.
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This!
I joined my local Indivisible chapter. You can too. Just attending weekly Zoom meetings so you know what’s going on is really, really helpful. Check mobilize.us for what’s happening in your area.
We can surrender to the forces of autocracy, bigotry, xenophobia, and minoritarian rule.
Or we can organize the pro-democracy majority to reclaim its power.
We choose to organize: indivisible.org/groups
Or we can organize the pro-democracy majority to reclaim its power.
We choose to organize: indivisible.org/groups
April 6, 2025 at 6:53 PM
This!
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See you today at the Oregon State Capitol at Noon. Make new friends and protest and march with them. Stop by our table and say hello!
Lesson 13: "Practice corporeal politics... Put your body in unfamiliar places with unfamiliar people. Make new friends and march with them."
***There will be chances to practice corporeal politics all over the USA on April 5th.***
Find yours here: handsoff2025.com
***There will be chances to practice corporeal politics all over the USA on April 5th.***
Find yours here: handsoff2025.com
Here is my best guidance for action, rendered beautifully by the great John Lithgow. I first published these lessons more than eight years ago, in late 2016. They open the twenty chapters of "On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century."
snyder.substack.com/p/twenty-les...
snyder.substack.com/p/twenty-les...
April 5, 2025 at 2:55 PM
See you today at the Oregon State Capitol at Noon. Make new friends and protest and march with them. Stop by our table and say hello!
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March 30, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Absolutely not! Oregonians, preserve our successful mail voting system. Shut this bill down.
Known as SB 210, the bill would end mail-in voting, require voter ID and ensure in-person voting on Election Day in the state of Oregon.
https://www.koin.com/news/politics/new-bill-proposes-repealing-vote-by-mail-in-oregon-public-invited-to-testify/
https://www.koin.com/news/politics/new-bill-proposes-repealing-vote-by-mail-in-oregon-public-invited-to-testify/
New bill proposes repealing vote-by-mail in Oregon, public invited to testify
A public hearing on a proposed bill to repeal Oregon’s standard vote-by-mail system is set to take place in Salem on Monday.
www.koin.com
March 31, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Absolutely not! Oregonians, preserve our successful mail voting system. Shut this bill down.