“President Donald Trump, who campaigned on a promise to put America First, just proposed the wildest and most improbable intervention by the United States in overseas affairs since the invasion of and occupation of Iraq,” writes @jonlemire.bsky.social: theatln.tc/lLhsbF44

DOGE is perhaps the greatest threat we have ever faced in our Democracy! Musk is seizing unbridled power. Where are the systems of restraint that protect our personal freedoms? What I’d love right now is some creative conversation of how we can disrupt, resist, and overcome.

This morning just before 1:30 AM, my Mom took her last breath. I’m of course sad about her passing, yet grateful to know she is no longer suffering. I will hold the memory of her close in my heart. She will forever be an integral part of who I am.

R.I.P Lori ❤️ March 24, 1940 - January 31, 2025

I stumbled upon this quote again today. It leaves me thinking about the challenging road ahead. One that along which we will clearly be faced with great adversity. I can not predict exactly how we will navigate it. I’m reminded, however, that there is a fierce fighter in me that will persevere.