William Battersby
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Today was Palestinian Independence Day.
As Trump and Netanyahu’s disastrous postwar plans become clear, the U.S. must recognize and respect Palestinian statehood — as 81% of the world already does.
Agency and dignity are the only ways we can achieve lasting peace.
As Trump and Netanyahu’s disastrous postwar plans become clear, the U.S. must recognize and respect Palestinian statehood — as 81% of the world already does.
Agency and dignity are the only ways we can achieve lasting peace.
November 16, 2025 at 5:41 AM
Today was Palestinian Independence Day.
As Trump and Netanyahu’s disastrous postwar plans become clear, the U.S. must recognize and respect Palestinian statehood — as 81% of the world already does.
Agency and dignity are the only ways we can achieve lasting peace.
As Trump and Netanyahu’s disastrous postwar plans become clear, the U.S. must recognize and respect Palestinian statehood — as 81% of the world already does.
Agency and dignity are the only ways we can achieve lasting peace.
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#SocialistSunday No5 @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social @councilestatemedia.uk @communicipalist.bsky.social @daiwright.bsky.social @johnsensible.bsky.social
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A Personal Update thephilosophicalmuse.blog/2025/11/14/a...
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A Personal Update
Organising my routine work has made it easier for me to remove a lot of old stuff and prioritise what remains. It gives me more time in the afternoon to do something else, usually sleeping. So many…
thephilosophicalmuse.blog
November 16, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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I just finished this fabulous book by:
@ianpattersonauthor.bsky.social
Recommended read.
I lost today to it, and will lose tonight and tomorrow to book two, "Trancendence".
Just when I was mired in that post-book-series hangover when nothing appeals, I found it.
Happy days 😀
amzn.eu/d/f6ChYKp
@ianpattersonauthor.bsky.social
Recommended read.
I lost today to it, and will lose tonight and tomorrow to book two, "Trancendence".
Just when I was mired in that post-book-series hangover when nothing appeals, I found it.
Happy days 😀
amzn.eu/d/f6ChYKp
November 16, 2025 at 7:50 PM
I just finished this fabulous book by:
@ianpattersonauthor.bsky.social
Recommended read.
I lost today to it, and will lose tonight and tomorrow to book two, "Trancendence".
Just when I was mired in that post-book-series hangover when nothing appeals, I found it.
Happy days 😀
amzn.eu/d/f6ChYKp
@ianpattersonauthor.bsky.social
Recommended read.
I lost today to it, and will lose tonight and tomorrow to book two, "Trancendence".
Just when I was mired in that post-book-series hangover when nothing appeals, I found it.
Happy days 😀
amzn.eu/d/f6ChYKp
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Beyond Burning | Narrated by Emma Thompson youtu.be/dvMVcbkUCB8
Labour have pledged further BILLIONS in subsidies to Drax, the dirtiest power station in the UK. This is a disaster for the climate, and we will pay the price.
actionnetwork.org/forms/step-u...
Labour have pledged further BILLIONS in subsidies to Drax, the dirtiest power station in the UK. This is a disaster for the climate, and we will pay the price.
actionnetwork.org/forms/step-u...
November 16, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Beyond Burning | Narrated by Emma Thompson youtu.be/dvMVcbkUCB8
Labour have pledged further BILLIONS in subsidies to Drax, the dirtiest power station in the UK. This is a disaster for the climate, and we will pay the price.
actionnetwork.org/forms/step-u...
Labour have pledged further BILLIONS in subsidies to Drax, the dirtiest power station in the UK. This is a disaster for the climate, and we will pay the price.
actionnetwork.org/forms/step-u...
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UN says Israel committing genocide: What happens next? youtu.be/GqJnTqY_JdU?...
URGENT: Sanction Israel NOW. action.eko.org/a/urgent-no-...
URGENT: Sanction Israel NOW. action.eko.org/a/urgent-no-...
November 16, 2025 at 7:51 PM
UN says Israel committing genocide: What happens next? youtu.be/GqJnTqY_JdU?...
URGENT: Sanction Israel NOW. action.eko.org/a/urgent-no-...
URGENT: Sanction Israel NOW. action.eko.org/a/urgent-no-...
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The Prime Minister said in September that we are at a fork in the road. These asylum proposals suggest we have taken the wrong turning.
The idea that recognised refugees need to be deported is wrong.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
The idea that recognised refugees need to be deported is wrong.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Asylum system in UK ‘out of control’ and dividing country, home secretary says
Shabana Mahmood to unveil new proposals modelled on Denmark’s controversial system
www.theguardian.com
November 16, 2025 at 5:45 PM
The Prime Minister said in September that we are at a fork in the road. These asylum proposals suggest we have taken the wrong turning.
The idea that recognised refugees need to be deported is wrong.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
The idea that recognised refugees need to be deported is wrong.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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Is this losing? Feels like losing
November 16, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Is this losing? Feels like losing
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I'm not religious at all but appreciate that their Christian beliefs have meant that Candace Owen & Tucker Carlson continue to speak up powerfully about Gaza. They have large platforms & are very influential. Plus I love seeing Harry Cole getting his arse handed to him😊
youtu.be/dnMBjuQC9I8?...
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Tucker Confronts Anchor on Live TV: Antisemitism Accusation Backfires
YouTube video by Tucker Carlson Network
youtu.be
November 16, 2025 at 4:47 PM
I'm not religious at all but appreciate that their Christian beliefs have meant that Candace Owen & Tucker Carlson continue to speak up powerfully about Gaza. They have large platforms & are very influential. Plus I love seeing Harry Cole getting his arse handed to him😊
youtu.be/dnMBjuQC9I8?...
youtu.be/dnMBjuQC9I8?...
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If I came from a family that has held a seat in House of Lords for 7 generations and used it to protect their vast empire from Tax and Inheritance Tax.
I probably wouldn't be complaining about free bus passes for Senior Citizens.
You'd look ridiculous.
I probably wouldn't be complaining about free bus passes for Senior Citizens.
You'd look ridiculous.
November 14, 2025 at 6:47 PM
If I came from a family that has held a seat in House of Lords for 7 generations and used it to protect their vast empire from Tax and Inheritance Tax.
I probably wouldn't be complaining about free bus passes for Senior Citizens.
You'd look ridiculous.
I probably wouldn't be complaining about free bus passes for Senior Citizens.
You'd look ridiculous.
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People on the 'far' Left want Healthcare, Housing and good wages for all.
People on the Far Right want to deport or exterminate all the groups they don't like.
Not the same.
People on the Far Right want to deport or exterminate all the groups they don't like.
Not the same.
November 16, 2025 at 5:26 PM
People on the 'far' Left want Healthcare, Housing and good wages for all.
People on the Far Right want to deport or exterminate all the groups they don't like.
Not the same.
People on the Far Right want to deport or exterminate all the groups they don't like.
Not the same.
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Today In 1973: The Grateful Dead Live At Winterland Arena (~);} archive.org/details/gd73... @marigold420.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Today In 1973: The Grateful Dead Live At Winterland Arena (~);} archive.org/details/gd73... @marigold420.bsky.social
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Good morning, I’ve seen my light come shining,,, have a peaceful day my friends
Good morning, I’ve seen my light come shining,,, have a peaceful day my friends
Jerry Garcia Band - I Shall Be Released
YouTube video by bigbeahner
youtu.be
November 11, 2025 at 12:13 PM
youtu.be/fFiIJ4vW2IU
Good morning, I’ve seen my light come shining,,, have a peaceful day my friends
Good morning, I’ve seen my light come shining,,, have a peaceful day my friends
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Have a Grate One folks 🌹 youtu.be/zlEaeXmLCVE?...
Next Time You See Me (Live at Jahrhundert Halle, Frankfurt, Germany, April 26, 1972)
YouTube video by Grateful Dead - Topic
youtu.be
November 11, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Have a Grate One folks 🌹 youtu.be/zlEaeXmLCVE?...
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Good Morning Deadheads 🌹
It's cold af on the East coast this morning, check on your old people, they like to lie & say all's well.... please see for yourself 💜
Happy #TerrapinTuesday you crazy kids 🐢🐢🐢🐢
The Phil Lesh Quintet 💔⚡💙
Phil always had the coolest friends 🤟
youtu.be/cMlD-FzrFGI?...
It's cold af on the East coast this morning, check on your old people, they like to lie & say all's well.... please see for yourself 💜
Happy #TerrapinTuesday you crazy kids 🐢🐢🐢🐢
The Phil Lesh Quintet 💔⚡💙
Phil always had the coolest friends 🤟
youtu.be/cMlD-FzrFGI?...
Terrapin Station - Phil Lesh Quintet "Q" Jimmy Herring Warren Haynes Grahame Lesh Capitol Theatre NY
YouTube video by Matt Frazier
youtu.be
November 11, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Good Morning Deadheads 🌹
It's cold af on the East coast this morning, check on your old people, they like to lie & say all's well.... please see for yourself 💜
Happy #TerrapinTuesday you crazy kids 🐢🐢🐢🐢
The Phil Lesh Quintet 💔⚡💙
Phil always had the coolest friends 🤟
youtu.be/cMlD-FzrFGI?...
It's cold af on the East coast this morning, check on your old people, they like to lie & say all's well.... please see for yourself 💜
Happy #TerrapinTuesday you crazy kids 🐢🐢🐢🐢
The Phil Lesh Quintet 💔⚡💙
Phil always had the coolest friends 🤟
youtu.be/cMlD-FzrFGI?...
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Today In 1971: The Grateful Dead Live At The San Antonio Civic Auditorium (~);} archive.org/details/gd19... @marigold420.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Today In 1971: The Grateful Dead Live At The San Antonio Civic Auditorium (~);} archive.org/details/gd19... @marigold420.bsky.social
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Today In 1987: The Grateful Dead Live At Long Beach Arena (~);} archive.org/details/gd19... @marigold420.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Today In 1987: The Grateful Dead Live At Long Beach Arena (~);} archive.org/details/gd19... @marigold420.bsky.social
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#GratefulDead
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall, Kansas City, KS, 11/13/72
archive.org/details/gd19... Bear tape
The best example of Philo Stomp is followed by a Feelin' Groovy jam that rockets into "Morning Dew"
speechlessly!
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall, Kansas City, KS, 11/13/72
archive.org/details/gd19... Bear tape
The best example of Philo Stomp is followed by a Feelin' Groovy jam that rockets into "Morning Dew"
speechlessly!
November 13, 2025 at 5:03 AM
#GratefulDead
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall, Kansas City, KS, 11/13/72
archive.org/details/gd19... Bear tape
The best example of Philo Stomp is followed by a Feelin' Groovy jam that rockets into "Morning Dew"
speechlessly!
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall, Kansas City, KS, 11/13/72
archive.org/details/gd19... Bear tape
The best example of Philo Stomp is followed by a Feelin' Groovy jam that rockets into "Morning Dew"
speechlessly!
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Today In 1987: The Grateful Dead Live At Long Beach Arena (~);} archive.org/details/gd19... @marigold420.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Today In 1987: The Grateful Dead Live At Long Beach Arena (~);} archive.org/details/gd19... @marigold420.bsky.social
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Stop That Train (Live)
YouTube video by Jerry Garcia - Topic
music.youtube.com
November 14, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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Grateful Dead / Shakedown Street / Alpine Valley 6/29/86
YouTube video by Frankie Barton
youtu.be
November 14, 2025 at 10:46 AM