Eric Paul Ruiz
@ericpaul.bsky.social
LICSW
DSW candidate at the University at Buffalo
Leader in mental health
Implementation scientist
Fitness enthusiast
DSW candidate at the University at Buffalo
Leader in mental health
Implementation scientist
Fitness enthusiast
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“Much about what Ezra Klein argues is objectionable,”—including “the appeal to debate as ’persuasion,’ which confuses the mere appearance of giving and responding to reasons with the substance of good-faith rational inquiry,” writes columnist @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social.
How Can We Live Together? - Boston Review
Ezra Klein is wrong: shame is essential.
www.bostonreview.net
October 3, 2025 at 7:04 PM
“Much about what Ezra Klein argues is objectionable,”—including “the appeal to debate as ’persuasion,’ which confuses the mere appearance of giving and responding to reasons with the substance of good-faith rational inquiry,” writes columnist @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social.
I’d love to hear a taco voter reflect on how they would react if Biden or Obama said “if you don’t like what I’m saying, you can leave the room—of course, there goes your rank and your future” to military leaders. This spoiled snob’s ego is obscene.
Trump Signals Greater Use of Military in U.S. Cities
In a deeply political address to top generals, Trump warned he would make greater use of the U.S. military in American cities.
time.com
October 1, 2025 at 1:10 AM
I’d love to hear a taco voter reflect on how they would react if Biden or Obama said “if you don’t like what I’m saying, you can leave the room—of course, there goes your rank and your future” to military leaders. This spoiled snob’s ego is obscene.
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BREAKING: President Trump signed an executive order directing states to criminalize and institutionalize people experiencing homelessness, addiction, and mental health disabilities.
July 24, 2025 at 9:20 PM
BREAKING: President Trump signed an executive order directing states to criminalize and institutionalize people experiencing homelessness, addiction, and mental health disabilities.
Let’s normalize this please.
From the chaoticgood community on Reddit: San Diego neighborhood forces ICE officers to run the fuck away
Explore this post and more from the chaoticgood community
www.reddit.com
June 2, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Let’s normalize this please.
Trump is a weak president and a bully. This is how you stand up to bullies.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills beats Donald Trump, gets school meal funds restored while defending trans kids
She said she would see him in court. She did. She won.
www.advocate.com
May 6, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Trump is a weak president and a bully. This is how you stand up to bullies.
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If you see “El Salvador” on the package—don’t buy it. Check every label. Let’s send a message. Asking or international supporter to join in also.
April 14, 2025 at 9:50 PM
If you see “El Salvador” on the package—don’t buy it. Check every label. Let’s send a message. Asking or international supporter to join in also.
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- Bon Appetit (snack foods)
- Livsmart (beverages)
- Jumex (juice and drinks)
- Laboratorios Vijosa (pharmaceuticals)
- Salvaplastic (plastic goods)
- Olimpia Beds (furniture)
- Livsmart (beverages)
- Jumex (juice and drinks)
- Laboratorios Vijosa (pharmaceuticals)
- Salvaplastic (plastic goods)
- Olimpia Beds (furniture)
April 14, 2025 at 9:50 PM
- Bon Appetit (snack foods)
- Livsmart (beverages)
- Jumex (juice and drinks)
- Laboratorios Vijosa (pharmaceuticals)
- Salvaplastic (plastic goods)
- Olimpia Beds (furniture)
- Livsmart (beverages)
- Jumex (juice and drinks)
- Laboratorios Vijosa (pharmaceuticals)
- Salvaplastic (plastic goods)
- Olimpia Beds (furniture)
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Here is a start:
- Hanes (underwear, T-shirts)
- Fruit of the Loom (apparel)
- Gildan (basic clothing)
- Diana (snacks and candy)
- Capri (mattresses and furniture)
- Indufoam (bedding and mattresses)
- Hanes (underwear, T-shirts)
- Fruit of the Loom (apparel)
- Gildan (basic clothing)
- Diana (snacks and candy)
- Capri (mattresses and furniture)
- Indufoam (bedding and mattresses)
April 14, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Here is a start:
- Hanes (underwear, T-shirts)
- Fruit of the Loom (apparel)
- Gildan (basic clothing)
- Diana (snacks and candy)
- Capri (mattresses and furniture)
- Indufoam (bedding and mattresses)
- Hanes (underwear, T-shirts)
- Fruit of the Loom (apparel)
- Gildan (basic clothing)
- Diana (snacks and candy)
- Capri (mattresses and furniture)
- Indufoam (bedding and mattresses)
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Many products sold in the U.S. are made in El Salvador. In response to the El Salvador president’s statements today, we’re calling for an immediate boycott of all Salvadoran-made goods. Please help by listing any products or brands made in El Salvador in the comments below.
April 14, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Many products sold in the U.S. are made in El Salvador. In response to the El Salvador president’s statements today, we’re calling for an immediate boycott of all Salvadoran-made goods. Please help by listing any products or brands made in El Salvador in the comments below.
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The Vermont Agency of Education’s guidance alarmed local officials and advocacy groups, who felt that it passed the buck to already-stressed local districts and risked sending mixed messages about the state’s commitments to equity work.
Vt. Education Secretary Zoie Saunders told schools to sign Trump’s anti-DEI pledge — and then reversed herself
With millions of dollars under threat, Vermont Education Secretary Zoie Saunders instructed the state’s superintendents on Friday evening to individually certify compliance with a new directive from t...
www.vermontpublic.org
April 8, 2025 at 1:11 PM
The Vermont Agency of Education’s guidance alarmed local officials and advocacy groups, who felt that it passed the buck to already-stressed local districts and risked sending mixed messages about the state’s commitments to equity work.
The first cabinet meeting of President Musk’s administration.
February 26, 2025 at 8:23 PM
The first cabinet meeting of President Musk’s administration.
We must not abide this administration's attacks on life-saving public benefits.
February 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
We must not abide this administration's attacks on life-saving public benefits.
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Russia invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine. Vladimir Putin is the aggressor. I’m not going to let Trump rewrite history.
Balint: And now the United States stands with Russia and North Korea against Ukraine and all of our allies in Europe? It’s sick
February 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Russia invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine. Vladimir Putin is the aggressor. I’m not going to let Trump rewrite history.
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BREAKING: Steve Bannon just did a Nazi salute at CPAC.
THEY ARE TELLING YOU WHO THEY ARE!
THEY ARE TELLING YOU WHO THEY ARE!
February 21, 2025 at 1:40 AM
BREAKING: Steve Bannon just did a Nazi salute at CPAC.
THEY ARE TELLING YOU WHO THEY ARE!
THEY ARE TELLING YOU WHO THEY ARE!
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Kaine: "He let Musk force the resignation of the FAA administrator. He disbanded an aviation safety committee... he's got an OMB director who's pushing a hiring freeze & saying 'I want to traumatize the federal workforce'"... he's got an anti-safety agenda..that's why he went the race-baiting route"
January 31, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Kaine: "He let Musk force the resignation of the FAA administrator. He disbanded an aviation safety committee... he's got an OMB director who's pushing a hiring freeze & saying 'I want to traumatize the federal workforce'"... he's got an anti-safety agenda..that's why he went the race-baiting route"
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If you are arrested by ICE, say that you wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.
You also have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.
You also have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.
Know Your Rights | Immigrants' Rights | ACLU
Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them.
www.aclu.org
January 27, 2025 at 10:49 PM
If you are arrested by ICE, say that you wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.
You also have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.
You also have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.
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Historian of fascism here. It was a Nazi salute and a very belligerent one too.
The Nazis think this was a Nazi salute, but, hey, what would they know?
Right-Wing Extremists Are Abuzz Over Musk's Straight-Arm Salute
Right-wing extremists are abuzz over Elon Musk giving an awkward straight-armed salute during an inauguration rally for Donald Trump.
www.rollingstone.com
January 20, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Historian of fascism here. It was a Nazi salute and a very belligerent one too.
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Day 1 under Trump. We must face these challenges and attacks with courage and clarity. I’m ready for the work ahead to defend our Constitution and will be working tirelessly to address the urgent needs of Vermonters and working people across America.
January 20, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Day 1 under Trump. We must face these challenges and attacks with courage and clarity. I’m ready for the work ahead to defend our Constitution and will be working tirelessly to address the urgent needs of Vermonters and working people across America.
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Stay strong. For us, this is more than just a job-it’s a calling. Together, we will stand to protect our parks, environment, and wildlife. Four years… we remain hopeful that the attack on our public lands will be less brutal this time.
January 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Stay strong. For us, this is more than just a job-it’s a calling. Together, we will stand to protect our parks, environment, and wildlife. Four years… we remain hopeful that the attack on our public lands will be less brutal this time.