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Erin Splaine (she/her)
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Erin Splaine (she/her) @erinsp.bsky.social · Feb 22
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rockinrevrobin.bsky.social
ICE melts in the South y’all! Let’s learn and apply across the country. Go Charlotte and Durham 🔥🤜🤛
November 21, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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wolfiesmom.bsky.social
This is me at 15. I’m a child.
I’m a CHILD.
November 15, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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aaronhuertas.bsky.social
Earnest post: there is increasingly direct evidence that Trump participated in child sex trafficking or at least knew about it.

He should resign, be impeached and removed from office, and prosecuted.

Even if you don’t think that WILL happen it’s important to say publicly that it SHOULD happen.
November 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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charlotteclymer.bsky.social
Don't forget that Zohran Mamdani spent his entire campaign standing proudly beside the trans community. He went to trans rights rallies just to show support. He proudly waved trans rights flags without hesitation. He refused to back down in support of trans rights. That makes me happy.
November 5, 2025 at 2:35 AM
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david.noll.org
It occurred to me that, with his demolition of the White House's East Wing, Trump has orchestrated attacks on the symbolic homes of two out of three branches of the federal government. Is One First Street next?
October 23, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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indivisible.org
😍 Boston, you are beautiful. #NoKings
October 18, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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davidcorn.bsky.social
NEW: No, Charlie Kirk was not practicing politics the right way. That's what Ezra Klein said. We can condemn this heinous assassination but also recognize that with his 2020 election denialism and extremist rhetoric, Kirk built his movement with falsehoods and in a wrong and divisive manner.
No, Charlie Kirk was not practicing politics the right way
His assassination deserves full condemnation; his full impact should not be sidestepped.
www.motherjones.com
September 11, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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joanwalsh.bsky.social
We can, and should, deplore Charlie Kirk's murder, without whitewashing who he was. ttps://www.thenation.com/article/society/charlie-kirk-assassination-tragedy/
Let’s Not Forget Who Charlie Kirk Really Was
The right-wing influencer did not deserve to die, and we shouldn’t forget the many despicable things he said and did.
www.thenation.com
September 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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thefarce.org
"The refusal of much of the press to name what is taking place, or to do so only after it can no longer be denied, is beyond the level of Gorky’s betrayal."
Why journalists ignore reality. Play "Spot the Con" in this week's NEXT COMES WHAT.
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September 7, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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onlyinbos.bsky.social
The Boston Public Library offers $20 worth of free printing every month.

Black and White: $0.20/page

Color: $0.75/page

RT TO SAVE LIVES.
August 15, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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uua.org
🚨 The UUA condemns the National Guard deployment in DC — an alarming escalation of force against civilians. We will keep resisting state overreach + organizing for justice.

Full statement: www.uua.org/pressroom/pr...
Dark blue background with a large light blue rectangle in the center. At the top in bold white capital letters: “THE UUA CONDEMNS THE DEPLOYMENT OF NATIONAL GUARD IN WASHINGTON, DC.” Inside the light blue rectangle is a large white quotation mark icon on the left, a thin horizontal white line, and bold white text reading: “We know that governments which turn their military against their own people betray the core principles of liberty and justice. In the face of escalating state overreach, we will continue to resist.” In the lower right corner is the white UUA flaming chalice logo. Along the bottom edge in white text: “UUA.ORG/PRESSROOM” on the left and “1/3” on the right. Dark blue background with a large light blue rectangle in the center. At the top in bold white capital letters: “THE UUA CONDEMNS THE DEPLOYMENT OF NATIONAL GUARD IN WASHINGTON, DC.” Inside the light blue rectangle is a large white quotation mark icon on the left, a thin horizontal white line, and bold white text reading: “We reject the continued targeting and vilification of communities made vulnerable by generations of systemic oppression and we will continue to uplift the inherent worthiness and dignity of all people in accordance with our shared values and principles.” In the lower right corner is the white UUA flaming chalice logo. Along the bottom edge in white text: “UUA.ORG/PRESSROOM” on the left and “2/3” on the right. Dark blue background with a large light blue rectangle in the center. At the top in bold white capital letters: “THE UUA CONDEMNS THE DEPLOYMENT OF NATIONAL GUARD IN WASHINGTON, DC.” Inside the light blue rectangle is a large white quotation mark icon on the left, a thin horizontal white line, and bold text in black on a yellow highlight reading: “We will keep organizing.” Below, in bold white text: “We will stake a claim for who we are – as people of faith, as residents of our cities, and as Americans committed to equity, dignity, and the common good.” In the lower right corner is the white UUA flaming chalice logo. Along the bottom edge in white text: “UUA.ORG/PRESSROOM” on the left and “3/3” on the right.
August 13, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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davidcorn.bsky.social
Not “overblown.” False.
July 28, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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sifill.bsky.social
Many big & alarming stories last week marking an acceleration in the unraveling of this country, but one not getting enough outrage is Trump accusing former President Obama of treason. Despicable, sick, unconscionable. A major line-crossing action that warranted loud & widespread denunciation.
July 27, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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parkermolloy.com
July 25, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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uua.org
📚 As we mark 200 years of the American Unitarian Association, we honor Frances Ellen Watkins Harper—abolitionist, author, and Unitarian trailblazer. Her call for liberatory faith still resonates today. Read more: bit.ly/4eWuMoq

#AUA200 #History #UU #UnitarianUniversalist #Faith #Anniversary
A graphic featuring a quote from Frances Ellen Watkins Harper alongside a black-and-white woodcut portrait of her. The quote, in dark red serif font, reads: “We are all bound up together in one great bundle of humanity, and society cannot trample on the weakest and feeblest of its members without receiving the curse in its own soul.” — Frances Ellen Watkins Harper. In the upper right corner is the circular logo of the American Unitarian Association (AUA), with the words “200 Years” on a yellow banner beneath it. In the bottom left corner is a dark blue rectangle with white text reading “UU World,” and below it, in matching blue text: “http://UUWorld.org .” The portrait of Harper, placed in the lower right, shows her with braided hair pulled back, wearing a collared dress with a bow at the neck. Along the right edge is a vertical credit line: “Image courtesy House Divided Project, Dickinson College.” The background is a pale cream color.
July 21, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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kenjennings.bsky.social
This is correct. Any candidate cynically “triangulating” on trans kids is a non-starter, and now is the time to say so. There’s still so much time to advance candidates that DON’T suck.
parkermolloy.com Parker Molloy @parkermolloy.com · Jul 15
I will never, ever vote for Gavin Newsom. Ever, under any circumstances. I don't care if he becomes the Dem nominee, he's still not getting my vote.
julierei.bsky.social Julie Rei Goldstein @julierei.bsky.social · Jul 15
On a recent podcast Gavin Newsom tells Shawn Ryan how the Trans sports issue opened the door for him to change his mind on GAC for Trans Youth.

As someone who adored him since 2004 and voted for him 5 times, I can't wait for him to leave office.

There is no way I will be voting for him a 6th time.
July 17, 2025 at 1:03 AM
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parkermolloy.com
Democrats did not talk about trans issues... at all... during the 2024 campaign. They didn't talk about them in 2020, either. At no point in human history has the Democratic Party obsessed over trans issues. It's simply never happened.
July 10, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social
John Leguizamo: "We feed this country, we serve this country, we build this country, and then we get treated this way."
July 6, 2025 at 9:43 PM
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altnps.bsky.social
We’re calling for a Florida boycott over the inhumane “Alligator Alcatraz” detention site. Cancel your family vacation and choose a different destination this summer.
July 5, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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erininthemorning.com
Mamdani did what so many Democrats need to learn how to do: provide a real vision for a future worth fighting for, a real alternative to politics as usual.

That’s the party we need and it’s the party New York voters want.
kenklippenstein.bsky.social Ken Klippenstein @kenklippenstein.bsky.social · Jul 2
Democratic congressman Tom Suozzi slams Zohran Mamdani as "a bad example" who made "lofty, utopian promises: free public transit, free college tuition, more public housing"
July 3, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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mskellymhayes.bsky.social
True story.
A meme. In the first frame there is a T-Rex from Jurassic Park pictured with the words "DEMOCRATS FIGHTING ZOHRAN MAMDANI." In the second frame there is an image of Barney the Dinosaur shrugging along with text that reads "DEMOCRATS FIGHTING DONALD TRUMP."
June 29, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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halpernalex.bsky.social
A fun thing about American politics is that more people voted in New York City in a June primary than live in five states that get two senators.
chrisgeidner.bsky.social Chris Geidner @chrisgeidner.bsky.social · Jun 25
thanks, new yorkers.
LIVE 2m ago Mamdani Takes Lead Over Cuomo in Initial Tally Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state assemblyman, built a significant advantage over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo with a strong showing in Brooklyn and Manhattan. See more updates › New York Democratic Mayoral Primary > Candidate Votes Pct. Zohran Mamdani 420,748 43.5% Andrew M. Cuomo 351,025 36.3 Brad Lander 110,388 11.4 Adrienne Adams 39,786 4.1 Other candidates 44,970 4.7 90% of votes in Sources: AP and N.Y.C. Board of Elections. Ranked-choice tallies expected
June 25, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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ezralevin.bsky.social
It’s hard to overstate how angry rank and file Dems are at the Dem establishment right now. And if I were a self-preservationist incumbent I would take note.
June 25, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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uua.org
✨ Imara Jones delivered a Ware Lecture that laid bare how anti-trans politics fuel authoritarianism—and called us to live our values with courage.

💛 Thank you, Imara, for your truth and brilliance.

“Let this be the lecture that changes us.” —Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt
#UUAGA #MeeTheMoment #UU
Imara Jones, a Black trans woman with long pink and purple braids, stands behind a clear podium with the UUA flaming chalice logo during the 2025 Ware Lecture at the Unitarian Universalist Association's General Assembly. She wears a flowing white dress and gestures passionately as she speaks. The background is lit in deep purple, and potted plants sit on the stage beside her, along with a guitar leaning against a chair. A quote on the image reads, “You have to remain steadfast at the darkest of times.” Additional text includes “Imara Jones, Ware Lecturer, GA 2025” and “http://UUA.ORG .” Imara Jones, delivering the 2025 Ware Lecture at the UUA’s General Assembly, speaks from behind a podium marked with the UUA flaming chalice logo. She wears a white dress and has long braids dyed in pink and purple. A row of potted plants is arranged at the front of the stage, and a guitar rests beside a chair. The background glows in purple light. Text on the image reads, “From an ad buying standpoint, the Trump campaign was an anti-trans campaign.” The image also includes “Imara Jones, Ware Lecturer, GA 2025,” “http://UUA.ORG ,” and the UUA flaming chalice logo. Imara Jones walks down a wide aisle inside the 2025 Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly venue. She wears a white dress and high heels, with long pink and purple braids trailing down her back. A glowing overhead sign reads “2025 UUA General Assembly ✨” and “#WareLecture.” A quote on the right side of the image reads, “Justice is a verb. Democracy is a verb. Righteousness is a verb.” — Imara Jones, Ware Lecturer, GA 2025. The UUA flaming chalice logo and “http://UUA.ORG ” are also displayed.
June 22, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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katiephang.bsky.social
➡️ WE DO NOT FORGET:

*a Trump-loving MAGA assassin murdered Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman, her husband, Mark, and shot others

*ICE agents are kidnapping and disappearing immigrants off of the streets of America

*Trump/the GOP are destroying working American families to benefit the ultra-rich
June 22, 2025 at 8:46 PM