Colleen Bayerl Simmons
@cbayerlsimmons.bsky.social
Wordsmith. Social Justice. Creative. Organizer.
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MINNEAPOLIS: “We kept yelling ‘she’s pregnant! She’s pregnant!’ — they put their knees in her… the handcuffed woman was dragged on the ground…”
Lawless.
Lawless.
December 16, 2025 at 3:29 AM
MINNEAPOLIS: “We kept yelling ‘she’s pregnant! She’s pregnant!’ — they put their knees in her… the handcuffed woman was dragged on the ground…”
Lawless.
Lawless.
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Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled one of the Bondi killers, became an Australian citizen 3 years ago.
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
December 15, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled one of the Bondi killers, became an Australian citizen 3 years ago.
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
His deed was "his way of conveying his gratitude for staying in Australia, for being granted citizenship."
He took 5 bullets, and fears he'll lose his left arm.
www.smh.com.au/national/nsw...
I was THERE! #ALightInTheStorm
🌟 On Dec 13, 5,000+ Minnesotans from every race, faith, and corner of our state gathered for #ALightInTheStorm.
📣 In a year of rising costs, ICE raids, and authoritarian attacks, we chose each other — and a People’s Agenda rooted in dignity, affordability, and hope for all.
📣 In a year of rising costs, ICE raids, and authoritarian attacks, we chose each other — and a People’s Agenda rooted in dignity, affordability, and hope for all.
December 16, 2025 at 4:57 AM
I was THERE! #ALightInTheStorm
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Big announcement from Gov. Newsom:
December 15, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Big announcement from Gov. Newsom:
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Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's son was pulled over by ICE and forced to prove he is an American.
Two options:
1) ICE deliberately targeted him.
2) ICE is stopping all non-White people without any probable cause and forcing them to prove they are citizens.
Hard to say which option is scarier.
Two options:
1) ICE deliberately targeted him.
2) ICE is stopping all non-White people without any probable cause and forcing them to prove they are citizens.
Hard to say which option is scarier.
December 15, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's son was pulled over by ICE and forced to prove he is an American.
Two options:
1) ICE deliberately targeted him.
2) ICE is stopping all non-White people without any probable cause and forcing them to prove they are citizens.
Hard to say which option is scarier.
Two options:
1) ICE deliberately targeted him.
2) ICE is stopping all non-White people without any probable cause and forcing them to prove they are citizens.
Hard to say which option is scarier.
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*Postman Pat music*
🎶Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke and his black and white bike.
🎶Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke and his black and white bike.
December 15, 2025 at 5:40 PM
*Postman Pat music*
🎶Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke and his black and white bike.
🎶Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke,
Dick Van Dyke and his black and white bike.
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Young American men volunteer for military service, knowing they may have to sacrifice their lives for their country.
But they didn't volunteer to sacrifice their futures to protect the President or Secretary of Defense from being convicted of crimes.
That's not the service for which we thank them.
But they didn't volunteer to sacrifice their futures to protect the President or Secretary of Defense from being convicted of crimes.
That's not the service for which we thank them.
December 14, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Young American men volunteer for military service, knowing they may have to sacrifice their lives for their country.
But they didn't volunteer to sacrifice their futures to protect the President or Secretary of Defense from being convicted of crimes.
That's not the service for which we thank them.
But they didn't volunteer to sacrifice their futures to protect the President or Secretary of Defense from being convicted of crimes.
That's not the service for which we thank them.
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Make Congress take action and unmask ICE!
Tell Congress: Require ICE to unmask and display clear identification
Contact Congress today!
actionnetwork.org
December 13, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Make Congress take action and unmask ICE!
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Maybe someone could ask the president not to post the all-clear on mass shootings before the suspect is in custody.
December 14, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Maybe someone could ask the president not to post the all-clear on mass shootings before the suspect is in custody.
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Fact-check: true
December 14, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Fact-check: true
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✍️ Dear Somali Minnesotans: We love you, and we’ve got you. 🤝
We’re not buying the scare tactics — not now, not ever.
We’ll stand with you and protect you while you pray.
📣 Because in Minnesota, we show up for our neighbors in times of need. No exceptions. #GreaterThanFear
We’re not buying the scare tactics — not now, not ever.
We’ll stand with you and protect you while you pray.
📣 Because in Minnesota, we show up for our neighbors in times of need. No exceptions. #GreaterThanFear
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
✍️ Dear Somali Minnesotans: We love you, and we’ve got you. 🤝
We’re not buying the scare tactics — not now, not ever.
We’ll stand with you and protect you while you pray.
📣 Because in Minnesota, we show up for our neighbors in times of need. No exceptions. #GreaterThanFear
We’re not buying the scare tactics — not now, not ever.
We’ll stand with you and protect you while you pray.
📣 Because in Minnesota, we show up for our neighbors in times of need. No exceptions. #GreaterThanFear
👊👊👊YOU GO!
Rep. Jasmine Crockett is running for US Senate.
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FULL: Texas State Rep. Jasmine Crockett announces run for Texas Senate
YouTube video by FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth
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December 9, 2025 at 4:46 AM
👊👊👊YOU GO!
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🚨MAJOR BREAKING: Rep. Jasmine Crockett just LAUNCHED her bid for the United States Senate, shaking up the entire Texas race.
Let’s do this, Jasmine! 😎✨
Let’s do this, Jasmine! 😎✨
December 9, 2025 at 12:29 AM
🚨MAJOR BREAKING: Rep. Jasmine Crockett just LAUNCHED her bid for the United States Senate, shaking up the entire Texas race.
Let’s do this, Jasmine! 😎✨
Let’s do this, Jasmine! 😎✨
#Heroes #minnesota
These are real heroes. Thank you for your courage and dedication.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
These are real heroes. Thank you for your courage and dedication.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
‘Tinted windows and out-of-state plates’: How ICE watchers look for agents in their neighborhoods
Across the Twin Cities, ICE agents and activists are playing a high stakes cat-and-mouse game. The goal is to make their job as difficult as possible and protect their immigrant neighbors.
www.mprnews.org
December 8, 2025 at 1:33 AM
#Heroes #minnesota
These are real heroes. Thank you for your courage and dedication.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
These are real heroes. Thank you for your courage and dedication.
www.mprnews.org/story/2025/1...
Can’t stand in his shoes. #MarkKelly
December 7, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Can’t stand in his shoes. #MarkKelly
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Just imagine Mike Johnson’s face when we get this done.
Tell Congress to force a vote on extending ACA tax credits!
Tell Congress to force a vote on extending ACA tax credits!
Tell Congress: Support discharge petition to force vote on ACA tax credits
Contact Congress today!
actionnetwork.org
November 30, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Just imagine Mike Johnson’s face when we get this done.
Tell Congress to force a vote on extending ACA tax credits!
Tell Congress to force a vote on extending ACA tax credits!
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Tell Congress: in the war against Putin’s aggression, there are not “fine people on both sides.”
Stand with Ukraine. Not with Putin.
Stand with Ukraine. Not with Putin.
Tell Congress: Stand with Ukraine over Russia
Contact Congress today!
actionnetwork.org
November 29, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Tell Congress: in the war against Putin’s aggression, there are not “fine people on both sides.”
Stand with Ukraine. Not with Putin.
Stand with Ukraine. Not with Putin.
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November 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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I cried when I heard this. National Guard—Not regular soldier. Not police. “Weekend warrior” serving in Washington DC to “help clean it up” per the whims of head of state who makes decisions based on knee jerk reactions and gut feelings. Has made our guard a symbol of oppression.
I am so sad.
I am so sad.
20 year-old National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom has died from her gunshot wounds. May she rest in peace.
November 28, 2025 at 9:29 PM
I cried when I heard this. National Guard—Not regular soldier. Not police. “Weekend warrior” serving in Washington DC to “help clean it up” per the whims of head of state who makes decisions based on knee jerk reactions and gut feelings. Has made our guard a symbol of oppression.
I am so sad.
I am so sad.
Aaaawwwwkkkward. Just walked out of a fancy liquor store where I had a spritzer sample from a bald white guy. As I entered the parking lot, I saw him and said “hey are you trying to get away from the crowd?“ The guy nodded his head. I’m 99% sure it was a different white bald guy.🙄🤷🏻♀️
November 26, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Aaaawwwwkkkward. Just walked out of a fancy liquor store where I had a spritzer sample from a bald white guy. As I entered the parking lot, I saw him and said “hey are you trying to get away from the crowd?“ The guy nodded his head. I’m 99% sure it was a different white bald guy.🙄🤷🏻♀️
Pardoning Turkeys. Oh yes, and the birds. 🦃
November 26, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Pardoning Turkeys. Oh yes, and the birds. 🦃
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Sen. Kelley is a highly decorated Naval aviator and astronaut.
Hegseth is a notorious drunk. He is most notable for his time as a weekend anchor on Fox.
Attempting to court martial Sen. Kelley will be a major embarrassment for Trump
Good read from Robert Reich
Sen. Kelley is a highly decorated Naval aviator and astronaut.
Hegseth is a notorious drunk. He is most notable for his time as a weekend anchor on Fox.
Attempting to court martial Sen. Kelley will be a major embarrassment for Trump
Good read from Robert Reich
Senator Mark E. Kelly, Patriot of Patriots
The contrast between him and Pete Hegseth or Trump couldn't be more larger
open.substack.com
November 26, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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Sen. Kelley is a highly decorated Naval aviator and astronaut.
Hegseth is a notorious drunk. He is most notable for his time as a weekend anchor on Fox.
Attempting to court martial Sen. Kelley will be a major embarrassment for Trump
Good read from Robert Reich
Sen. Kelley is a highly decorated Naval aviator and astronaut.
Hegseth is a notorious drunk. He is most notable for his time as a weekend anchor on Fox.
Attempting to court martial Sen. Kelley will be a major embarrassment for Trump
Good read from Robert Reich