DanaMPatton
@danampatton.bsky.social
Involved Jersey City community member. Pushing fully funded & equitable schools, deconstructing Florida lies we were raised with, moving further to the left every day. Writing, teaching, organizing.
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DanaMPatton
@danampatton.bsky.social
· Nov 17
conservative christians: you liberals just live in an echo chamber on bluesky
me: ummm i spent the first 19 years of my life literally not knowing there were christians who didn’t hate gay people soooooo.....
me: ummm i spent the first 19 years of my life literally not knowing there were christians who didn’t hate gay people soooooo.....
Baby I was you. I was full of self-righteousness and desperate to be good enough. Let it go. Let ppl be who they really are. Throw open your arms wide and actually love people. Really truly love your community. All of it.
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Democrats are on a wild streak of radicalizing liberals by demonstrating that in its current form their party is either uninterested in or incapable of protecting people’s lives.
November 10, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Democrats are on a wild streak of radicalizing liberals by demonstrating that in its current form their party is either uninterested in or incapable of protecting people’s lives.
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Don't call the cops on someone in a mental health crisis unless you want them dead.
Three former San Antonio police officers were acquitted on Monday of all charges related to the fatal shooting of a woman who appeared to be having a mental health crisis when they were dispatched to her apartment in 2023. nyti.ms/4qRnvvT
3 San Antonio Officers Acquitted in Fatal Shooting of Woman in 2023
Melissa Perez, 46, swung a hammer in their direction and appeared to be in distress in her home when the officers arrived, officials said.
nyti.ms
November 10, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Don't call the cops on someone in a mental health crisis unless you want them dead.
There's been an increase in ICE activity in Jersey, so if you haven't already please join your local rapid response. Even if you just save the number and look out. The more ppl trained & participating the more neighbors we can keep safe.
November 11, 2025 at 12:07 AM
There's been an increase in ICE activity in Jersey, so if you haven't already please join your local rapid response. Even if you just save the number and look out. The more ppl trained & participating the more neighbors we can keep safe.
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"When I picked my granddaughter from the federal agents, she had a dirty diaper, a bruise on her face, and was developing a rash," Maria Avalos said in a statement after her son was released.
"I fear for my grandkids growing up in a country that targets and profiles dark-skinned people."
"I fear for my grandkids growing up in a country that targets and profiles dark-skinned people."
Viral Videos Show Toddlers Caught Up in ICE Arrests
Children are increasingly coming into harm’s way as immigration agents step up aggressive arrests and raids across the country.
time.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:35 PM
"When I picked my granddaughter from the federal agents, she had a dirty diaper, a bruise on her face, and was developing a rash," Maria Avalos said in a statement after her son was released.
"I fear for my grandkids growing up in a country that targets and profiles dark-skinned people."
"I fear for my grandkids growing up in a country that targets and profiles dark-skinned people."
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"Do you think taxes should be raised on billionaires?"
Democrats:
🟢 Yes: 95%
⚫️ No: 2%
Independents:
🟢 Yes: 75%
⚫️ No: 12%
Republicans:
🟢 Yes: 48%
⚫️ No: 32%
Read it here: usapolling.substack.com/p/americans-...
Democrats:
🟢 Yes: 95%
⚫️ No: 2%
Independents:
🟢 Yes: 75%
⚫️ No: 12%
Republicans:
🟢 Yes: 48%
⚫️ No: 32%
Read it here: usapolling.substack.com/p/americans-...
Americans Unite Against Billionaire Influence
Voters across party lines say billionaire power has gone too far and demand higher taxes
usapolling.substack.com
November 10, 2025 at 10:26 PM
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I had one cider with a shot in it at 6:30pm, went to bed at 8:30, up at 11:30 needing a gallon of water. I just can't drink any amount of alcohol anymore. I'm diet sodas are my alcohol now old.
November 10, 2025 at 5:41 AM
I had one cider with a shot in it at 6:30pm, went to bed at 8:30, up at 11:30 needing a gallon of water. I just can't drink any amount of alcohol anymore. I'm diet sodas are my alcohol now old.
Even the mild ppl are outraged now.
November 10, 2025 at 5:37 AM
Even the mild ppl are outraged now.
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i think it's true that republicans suck shit and are totally responsible for this *and* we need a better opposition party
November 10, 2025 at 4:06 AM
i think it's true that republicans suck shit and are totally responsible for this *and* we need a better opposition party
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The translation of this is; "I was told by donors that they would literally cut off my ass and hand it to me if I didn't throw in the towel immediately."
MSNBC reported Schumer's office felt that the longer that shutdown went on, the more likely it was that people would start to blame the Dems.
My kingdom for Democrats that don't govern out of fear. I've said it before and I'll say it again: The American people are far braver than their reps.
My kingdom for Democrats that don't govern out of fear. I've said it before and I'll say it again: The American people are far braver than their reps.
November 10, 2025 at 4:47 AM
The translation of this is; "I was told by donors that they would literally cut off my ass and hand it to me if I didn't throw in the towel immediately."
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look I know being an engaged citizen IS the work of democracy but it is also the work of elected officials not to create situations where everyone has to be mobilized all the time to prevent them from allowing some kind of Dickensian horror on a Sunday night while you're in between loads of laundry
November 9, 2025 at 11:37 PM
look I know being an engaged citizen IS the work of democracy but it is also the work of elected officials not to create situations where everyone has to be mobilized all the time to prevent them from allowing some kind of Dickensian horror on a Sunday night while you're in between loads of laundry
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Sending love to everyone whose health care has been jeopardized by the Democratic cave-in. These Democratic elites will not be part of the solution. We must proceed with that understanding.
November 10, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Sending love to everyone whose health care has been jeopardized by the Democratic cave-in. These Democratic elites will not be part of the solution. We must proceed with that understanding.
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If your position is that Democrats have no choice but to agree, than you are impliedly admitting the Democrats are no longer an opposition party because the cost of opposition is too high, and we are effectively a one party fascist state.
November 10, 2025 at 1:37 AM
If your position is that Democrats have no choice but to agree, than you are impliedly admitting the Democrats are no longer an opposition party because the cost of opposition is too high, and we are effectively a one party fascist state.
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If I keep the same plan, it goes up $203 to $850 a month. I can’t go without health insurance, cancer, ongoing meds, mental health everything- I don’t know how any of us are going to survive. It’s so fucking bleak.
So every freelancer you know is going to lose their insurance or be bankrupted by premiums because Schumer is an invertebrate
November 10, 2025 at 4:49 AM
If I keep the same plan, it goes up $203 to $850 a month. I can’t go without health insurance, cancer, ongoing meds, mental health everything- I don’t know how any of us are going to survive. It’s so fucking bleak.
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There is no excuse for giving in to a bad deal —
especially after voters turned out in record numbers last week to elect Democrats on the promise that they would stand up and fight for working families.
especially after voters turned out in record numbers last week to elect Democrats on the promise that they would stand up and fight for working families.
November 10, 2025 at 4:06 AM
There is no excuse for giving in to a bad deal —
especially after voters turned out in record numbers last week to elect Democrats on the promise that they would stand up and fight for working families.
especially after voters turned out in record numbers last week to elect Democrats on the promise that they would stand up and fight for working families.
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so it seems like Senate Dems aren't actually agreed on anything; Thune leaked a terrible deal and got Axios to cover it as if Dems were on board?
November 9, 2025 at 8:35 PM
so it seems like Senate Dems aren't actually agreed on anything; Thune leaked a terrible deal and got Axios to cover it as if Dems were on board?
I'm watching this round table about the NJ gov election turnout, and no one is bringing up the Latinx vote and ppl being kidnapped by ICE.
November 9, 2025 at 8:18 PM
I'm watching this round table about the NJ gov election turnout, and no one is bringing up the Latinx vote and ppl being kidnapped by ICE.
This guy is notarious in comedy circles in NY. They would make him the big heel in wrestling improv shows. Just such an ass.
You don't have any profit margins because your grocery stores suck ass
www.forbes.com/sites/martin...
www.forbes.com/sites/martin...
November 9, 2025 at 5:09 PM
This guy is notarious in comedy circles in NY. They would make him the big heel in wrestling improv shows. Just such an ass.
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Hi, I’m Ruaa, a translator and language student from Gaza
Since the genocide began I’ve been trapped here unable to continue my master’s studies
I’m simply asking for a chance to return and complete my education to use language to heal and inspire
Please consider donating to help me reach this goal.
Since the genocide began I’ve been trapped here unable to continue my master’s studies
I’m simply asking for a chance to return and complete my education to use language to heal and inspire
Please consider donating to help me reach this goal.
We are in urgent need of protection and a safe place to live. We’re raising support to help us escape danger and rebuild our lives in safety. Every contribution, no matter how small, brings us one step closer to security and hope. 💛
kindly give :
#BringRuaaHome #SafetyForRuaa #HumanitarianAid
kindly give :
#BringRuaaHome #SafetyForRuaa #HumanitarianAid
Project Bring Ruaa and Her Family to Safety
I'm helping my friend, Ruaa Naji, raise funds to help her family survive.
chuffed.org
November 8, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Hi, I’m Ruaa, a translator and language student from Gaza
Since the genocide began I’ve been trapped here unable to continue my master’s studies
I’m simply asking for a chance to return and complete my education to use language to heal and inspire
Please consider donating to help me reach this goal.
Since the genocide began I’ve been trapped here unable to continue my master’s studies
I’m simply asking for a chance to return and complete my education to use language to heal and inspire
Please consider donating to help me reach this goal.
What is the non AI version of the steaming cup of coffee videos. Maybe I should just make a steaming cup of coffee and watch my living room.
November 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
What is the non AI version of the steaming cup of coffee videos. Maybe I should just make a steaming cup of coffee and watch my living room.
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You wouldn't know it from talking to most public officials, watching TV news, or reading the Post, but the 2019 reforms drove recidivism down, making everyone safer.
Bail Reform Has Made NYC Safer, Yet Another Study Confirms
You wouldn't know it from talking to most public officials, but the 2019 reforms drove recidivism down.
hellgatenyc.com
November 9, 2025 at 4:53 PM
You wouldn't know it from talking to most public officials, watching TV news, or reading the Post, but the 2019 reforms drove recidivism down, making everyone safer.
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“Families know that the water they get from the wells and from the containers or from the water trucks is polluted and contaminated … but they don’t have any other choice.”
Gaza’s water turns poisonous as Israel’s genocide leaves toxic aftermath
As the homes of Gaza’s families lie in ruins, its farmlands and water supply now pose lethal risks.
www.aljazeera.com
November 9, 2025 at 2:19 PM
“Families know that the water they get from the wells and from the containers or from the water trucks is polluted and contaminated … but they don’t have any other choice.”
I can't believe DeSantis banning books and bailing out developers and painting over rainbows hasn't addressed affordability
November 9, 2025 at 4:54 PM
I can't believe DeSantis banning books and bailing out developers and painting over rainbows hasn't addressed affordability
Today i'll be at Cafe Monticello at an art build for Gaza event. There will be lots of community groups there like SOL JC and Food Not Bombs if you want to get off these phones and get active. 4-7pm ❤️
November 9, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Today i'll be at Cafe Monticello at an art build for Gaza event. There will be lots of community groups there like SOL JC and Food Not Bombs if you want to get off these phones and get active. 4-7pm ❤️
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If you never heard clips of him it might seem like a got ya, but he actually emphasizes the love and acceptance of Jesus and denounces judgement. He still scares me bc he looks like a right wing podcaster, but he's saying compassionate anti fascist things.
James Talarico, a Texas Democrat running for U.S. Senate who has put his faith at the forefront of his campaign, follows several adult film performers, escorts and OnlyFans models on Instagram, according to an Axios review.
Faith-forward Texas Senate candidate follows porn actors, escorts online
James Talarico has become a sensation in Texas politics by talking about how his Christianity is the basis for his progressive politics.
www.axios.com
November 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
If you never heard clips of him it might seem like a got ya, but he actually emphasizes the love and acceptance of Jesus and denounces judgement. He still scares me bc he looks like a right wing podcaster, but he's saying compassionate anti fascist things.