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Avery Quinn
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Elder millennial. Fat. Queer 🏳️‍🌈 (They/Them). Polyamorous. Disabled. AuDHD. BPD. College Student. 420. 🍃 ACAB. BLM. Trans rights are human rights. #MeToo 💙
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X Black Influencers You Need to Follow for Black History Month

The origin of Black History Month is traceable back to 1915 when historian Carter G. Woodson created the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. By 1926, the foundation declared that "Negro History Week" was the second…
X Black Influencers You Need to Follow for Black History Month
The origin of Black History Month is traceable back to 1915 when historian Carter G. Woodson created the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. By 1926, the foundation declared that "Negro History Week" was the second week of February. Finally, in 1976, the celebration was expanded to include the entire month of February. Black people deserve to be celebrated all the time, but it is especially important during Black History Month.
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February 17, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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zanyzenny.bsky.social
This administration is trying to kill us from every angle I stg. My antidepressants keep me here. They're gonna get so many people killed, I genuinely hope they drop dead from heart attacks jfc I will pray for it. This shit can't go on.
marisakabas.bsky.social Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · Feb 14
Trump’s latest executive order (that was no doubt written by psychopath RFK Jr.) goes after antidepressants.

As someone whose life was saved by them, you will pry my prozac from my cold dead hands.

www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
Sec. 5. Initial Assessment and Strategy from the Make America Healthy Again Commission. (a) Make our Children Healthy Again Assessment. Within 100 days of the date of this order, the Commission shall submit to the President, through the Chair and the Executive Director, the Make Our Children Healthy Again Assessment, which shall: (i) identify and describe childhood chronic disease in America compared to other countries; (ii) assess the threat that potential over-utilization of medication, certain food ingredients, certain chemicals, and certain other exposures pose to children with respect to chronic inflammation or other established mechanisms of disease, using rigorous and transparent data, including international comparisons; (iii) assess the prevalence of and threat posed by the prescription of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, stimulants, and weight-loss drugs; (iv) identify and report on best practices for preventing childhood health issues, including through proper nutrition and the promotion of healthy lifestyles;
February 14, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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actioncookbook.com
looking back, AOL had it right. 30 hours of internet per month was the right amount.
February 13, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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sundaedivine.bsky.social
Caution - salmon crossing.
February 14, 2025 at 4:05 AM
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nytimes.com
Issa Rae said that she was canceling an upcoming appearance at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts because of an “infringement” on its values. Renée Fleming, Ben Folds and Shonda Rhimes all left posts there.
Issa Rae Cancels Kennedy Center Appearance After Trump’s Takeover
Ms. Rae said that she was canceling an upcoming appearance at the center because of an “infringement” on its values. Renée Fleming, Ben Folds and Shonda Rhimes all left posts there.
www.nytimes.com
February 14, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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finchfrii.bsky.social
If you’ve followed me for any period of time, you’ve seen me talk about how critical it is to engage locally.

This is a perfect example why.

A group of regular people got together, figured out a way to help their community, and did what elected leaders wouldn’t 👇🏾
finchfrii.bsky.social Crystal Fincher @finchfrii.bsky.social · Feb 14
“We’ve shown that we can create the changes we want to see, and not wait for those in power to create it for us. We have the power to stand up to the oligarchs and corporations who don’t want to pay a dollar more in taxes to solve the housing crisis affecting the community that foster their success”
February 14, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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ononoip.bsky.social
Bouquet 💐

Drew this for this monthly vgen challenge! It was a good oportunity to draw my pookies

#vgen #queerart
February 13, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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🌈📚 LGBTQIA friends and allies, please join us on Wednesday, February 26th at 6:30pm in our DeMayo Room for our first meeting of Prism Book Club, a book club specifically for our LGBTQIA community and their allies! We'll be discussing "Broken People" by Sam Lansky.
February 13, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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rickylongthread.bsky.social
February 13, 2025 at 10:13 PM
averyquinnx.bsky.social
I keep forgetting this place exists.
February 13, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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January 28, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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“The bottom line is that if you are a person with a disability, the impacts of climate change are significantly more challenging and dangerous for you.”
#ChronicIllness #Disability #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #ClimateChange #ClimateAction
www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/h...
How Persons with Disabilities Are Uniquely Vulnerable To Climate Change
Learn more about the challenges climate change brings for persons with disabilities.
www.globalcitizen.org
January 19, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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diveintodiscovery.bsky.social
On January 18, 1980, Pink Floyd’s album The Wall reached #1 on the Billboard charts. A powerful exploration of isolation and loss, it became one of the best-selling albums ever and was later adapted into a film, solidifying its legacy in rock history.

#StayCurious #Skystorians #DiveIntoDiscovery
A black-and-white photo of Pink Floyd in their formative years, showcasing the original five members: Syd Barrett, Roger Waters, Richard Wright, Nick Mason, and David Gilmour. Taken in the late 1960s, this photo captures the band at the cusp of their rise as pioneers of psychedelic rock. Syd Barrett, seen at the back, was the band’s initial creative force, responsible for their unique sound and artistic vision. Barrett’s experimentation with music, combined with his personal struggles, marked an era of innovation that later transitioned into darker, more conceptual works when David Gilmour joined. This photo represents a turning point for the band, as Barrett’s deteriorating mental health led to his departure, leaving Roger Waters to assume creative leadership. This evolution eventually culminated in monumental works like The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, and The Wall. The group’s camaraderie in this photo contrasts with the themes of isolation and disconnection that would define their later works. It’s a snapshot of a band whose experimental sound laid the groundwork for their status as cultural icons, bridging the countercultural ethos of the 1960s with the introspective profundity of the 1970s and beyond. The album cover of The Wall, featuring a stark white brick wall with the album title in jagged red script, is a minimalist yet profound visual that symbolizes the central themes of isolation, alienation, and psychological walls in Pink Floyd’s narrative. Designed by Gerald Scarfe, a frequent collaborator of the band, the cover embodies the conceptual depth of the album. Each brick represents the barriers the protagonist, Pink, builds around himself in response to traumatic life events, ranging from overbearing authority figures to personal loss. This image is more than an album cover—it is an extension of the album’s storytelling, where the visual simplicity contrasts with the complex emotions and societal critiques embedded in the music. The design’s stripped-down aesthetic became iconic, reinforcing the idea that less can often communicate more. The starkness of the cover parallels the raw emotional tone of tracks like “Another Brick in the Wall” and “Comfortably Numb.” As a visual counterpart to the album’s auditory experience, the cover set the stage for the multimedia nature of The Wall, including its theatrical concerts and eventual adaptation into an acclaimed film. A juxtaposed image of Pink Floyd highlights the band’s enduring legacy over decades. The top half, a casual black-and-white photo from their prime in the 1970s, contrasts with the bottom half, a color image of their reunion performance at Live 8 in 2005. The top image features the band in their creative peak, a period that gave rise to transformative albums like The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall. It represents the era when Pink Floyd was redefining rock with their innovative approach to concept albums, blending haunting lyrics, experimental sounds, and rich storytelling. The bottom image, taken at Live 8, captures the poignant reunion of David Gilmour, Roger Waters, Nick Mason, and Richard Wright after years of estrangement. Their Live 8 performance marked one of the rare times they performed together following their initial breakup, making it a deeply emotional moment for fans and the band members alike. This reunion symbolized not only their shared musical legacy but also a fleeting reconciliation, as Richard Wright passed away three years later. The contrast between these images underscores their journey from young innovators to revered legends, whose music remains timeless. A surreal and haunting poster from the 1982 film adaptation of The Wall, featuring Gerald Scarfe’s striking illustration of a screaming face, encapsulates the psychological torment central to the album’s narrative. Directed by Alan Parker and visually enhanced by Scarfe’s distinctive art, the film took Pink Floyd’s concept album to new dimensions, blending music, animation, and live-action to explore themes of war, trauma, and emotional detachment. The screaming face symbolizes the protagonist Pink’s mental breakdown, as he isolates himself behind a metaphorical wall built from the traumas of his life. The film’s narrative, like the album, critiques societal structures, overbearing authority, and the scars of personal loss. Scarfe’s artwork intensifies these themes, capturing the visceral emotions that defined both the music and the story. This image also speaks to the multimedia artistry that Pink Floyd embraced, transcending the boundaries of traditional rock music. By merging cinema, music, and visual art, The Wall became a cultural touchstone, reflecting not just one man’s inner struggle but the collective anxieties of a generation. The poster stands as a testament to the band’s ability to create art that resonates deeply across multiple mediums.
January 19, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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theverge.com
TikTok says it’s going offline in the US
TikTok says it’s going offline in the US
TikTok failed to avoid a federal ban.
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January 19, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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January 18, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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sundaedivine.bsky.social
Donald Trump will be 78 when he's inaugurated as president next month, making him the first president whose age exceeds his IQ.
December 28, 2024 at 4:52 PM
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sundaedivine.bsky.social
🤣🤣🤣
January 18, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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January 18, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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georgetakei.bsky.social
This is heartening to see! The resistance is beginning.

I know we are tired. I know we are fearful. But we will make ourselves heard and reclaim this country from the grip of MAGA fascism.

I’ve seen the inside of barbed wire prison camps in America. We came back from that and shall overcome this.
aletakesphotos.bsky.social Alejandro Alvarez @aletakesphotos.bsky.social · Jan 18
The People’s March is moving through the streets of Washington: “We won’t go back!”

A broad coalition of activists — among them climate, women’s rights, immigration, anti-war, LGBT, D.C. statehood, racial justice — are mobilizing in unison against Trump, three days before his inauguration. 🧵
January 18, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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January 18, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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Fuck Snoop Dogg
January 18, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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courtneykistheway.bsky.social
You should be as excited for your friends success and achievements just as much as your own. This society has made us all believe that there isn't enough money to go around, so we can't support our friends and have them "take up a seat". Money is an enigma, but your friends aren't #writersky #author
January 18, 2025 at 6:37 PM
averyquinnx.bsky.social
This is adorable. 💕
January 18, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Exciting news for #LymeDisease treatment: Hygromycin A, an antibiotic discovered in 1953, targets Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria causing Lyme. With fewer microbiome side effects, it’s now in trials. Could this be a game-changer? Read more: news.northeastern.edu/2024/02/28/l... #Lyme
Experimental antibiotic treatment for Lyme heads for human safety trials
A novel Lyme antibiotic treatment developed by Kim Lewis is being screened for toxicity in healthy people during a phase 1 trial.
news.northeastern.edu
January 18, 2025 at 3:36 PM