Heather LaGarde
@heatherlagarde.bsky.social
Founder, Haw River Ballroom. All things Saxapahaw. Producer, Counterpoint Underground & SwitchPoint. Formerly War Child, Human Rights Watch. Kayaks a lot. https://www.hawriverballroom.com/ https://counterpointunderground.com/
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Gaza’s Sick And Wounded Await a Lifeline in Rafah www.nytimes.com/video/world/...
Video: Gaza’s Sick And Wounded Await a Lifeline in Rafah
The Rafah crossing, a key passage between Gaza and Egypt, is set to reopen after Hamas and Israel agreed to a ceasefire in October. The New York Times visited two hospitals in Gaza to meet some of the...
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January 31, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Gaza’s Sick And Wounded Await a Lifeline in Rafah www.nytimes.com/video/world/...
Seeing these signs all over North Carolina as I drive home feels inordinately good…….. #abolishice
January 23, 2026 at 3:21 AM
Seeing these signs all over North Carolina as I drive home feels inordinately good…….. #abolishice
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We've removed the paywall from this guide so everyone can access it. 👇 Stay safe.
Just days into 2026, the killing of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has sparked protests around the US.
If you’re planning to protest, here’s how to safeguard your digital security.
If you’re planning to protest, here’s how to safeguard your digital security.
How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance
Law enforcement has more tools than ever to track your movements and access your communications. Here’s how to protect your privacy if you plan to protest.
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January 8, 2026 at 6:35 PM
We've removed the paywall from this guide so everyone can access it. 👇 Stay safe.
They Seek to Curb Online Hate. The U.S. Accuses Them of Censorship. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/24/b...
They Seek to Curb Online Hate. The U.S. Accuses Them of Censorship.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:25 PM
They Seek to Curb Online Hate. The U.S. Accuses Them of Censorship. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/24/b...
Solstice Sunsets
December 23, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Solstice Sunsets
Here are a few press pieces on the activities.
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
truthout.org/articles/sur...
insideclimatenews.org/news/1512202...
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
truthout.org/articles/sur...
insideclimatenews.org/news/1512202...
December 17, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Here are a few press pieces on the activities.
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
truthout.org/articles/sur...
insideclimatenews.org/news/1512202...
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
truthout.org/articles/sur...
insideclimatenews.org/news/1512202...
In DC with 80 inspiring leaders from all over the US who are natural disaster survivors and organizers. Heartbreaking, moving, & powerful stories told today & so much strength, grief, determination, organizing power and energy. The fate of FEMA & disaster survivors is being decided right now in D.C.
December 15, 2025 at 1:22 PM
In DC with 80 inspiring leaders from all over the US who are natural disaster survivors and organizers. Heartbreaking, moving, & powerful stories told today & so much strength, grief, determination, organizing power and energy. The fate of FEMA & disaster survivors is being decided right now in D.C.
Heading to DC this week w/ 80+ climate disaster organizers & survivors from all over the US to speak with our representatives about FEMA, disaster relief, strategic future planning for “natural” disasters & support for those impacted, especially the most vulnerable.
indyweek.com/news/culture...
indyweek.com/news/culture...
At the River’s Edge
Several months out from Tropical Storm Chantal, two arts organizations take stock of what was lost—and how they’ll adapt to what lies ahead.
indyweek.com
December 12, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Heading to DC this week w/ 80+ climate disaster organizers & survivors from all over the US to speak with our representatives about FEMA, disaster relief, strategic future planning for “natural” disasters & support for those impacted, especially the most vulnerable.
indyweek.com/news/culture...
indyweek.com/news/culture...
“As three immigrants claim Nobel Prizes in science for the United States this year, experts warn that immigration crackdowns could undo American innovation.” www.nytimes.com/2025/12/10/s...
A Scientific Pipeline to the Nobel Prize Fueled by Immigrants
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December 10, 2025 at 2:24 PM
“As three immigrants claim Nobel Prizes in science for the United States this year, experts warn that immigration crackdowns could undo American innovation.” www.nytimes.com/2025/12/10/s...
Got to see the swearing in of Chelsea Dickey the new mayor of Graham,NC tonight who won in a big way - very inspiring —and I’m very proud as my daughter was her Campaign Manager - what a great win for the future ❤️ we need young people in office - support them!
December 10, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Got to see the swearing in of Chelsea Dickey the new mayor of Graham,NC tonight who won in a big way - very inspiring —and I’m very proud as my daughter was her Campaign Manager - what a great win for the future ❤️ we need young people in office - support them!
#Raleigh tonight after a day on safety patrol - follow Siembra NC for information and ways to help keep our neighbors, colleagues, families and friends supported.
November 19, 2025 at 4:12 AM
#Raleigh tonight after a day on safety patrol - follow Siembra NC for information and ways to help keep our neighbors, colleagues, families and friends supported.
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‼️Today ICE comes to the NC Triangle
To report activity &/or request support, call Siembra NC’s hotline:
📞 336-543-0352
It’s a 1st line of contact for collective fights & resources for our community
Please share
indyweek.com/news/northca...
Siembra NC Hotline: www.siembranc.org/la-migra-hot...
To report activity &/or request support, call Siembra NC’s hotline:
📞 336-543-0352
It’s a 1st line of contact for collective fights & resources for our community
Please share
indyweek.com/news/northca...
Siembra NC Hotline: www.siembranc.org/la-migra-hot...
Immigration Agents Coming to Raleigh Tuesday, Sources Say
‘It is the city of Raleigh’s understanding that the Border Patrol and ICE are already in Raleigh and that they will be active’ said Mayor Janet Cowell.
indyweek.com
November 18, 2025 at 12:54 PM
‼️Today ICE comes to the NC Triangle
To report activity &/or request support, call Siembra NC’s hotline:
📞 336-543-0352
It’s a 1st line of contact for collective fights & resources for our community
Please share
indyweek.com/news/northca...
Siembra NC Hotline: www.siembranc.org/la-migra-hot...
To report activity &/or request support, call Siembra NC’s hotline:
📞 336-543-0352
It’s a 1st line of contact for collective fights & resources for our community
Please share
indyweek.com/news/northca...
Siembra NC Hotline: www.siembranc.org/la-migra-hot...
LISTEN to this —> “We Followed the Rules. ICE Jailed Us Anyway.” www.nytimes.com/2025/11/17/o...
Opinion | We Followed the Rules. ICE Jailed Us Anyway.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:23 PM
LISTEN to this —> “We Followed the Rules. ICE Jailed Us Anyway.” www.nytimes.com/2025/11/17/o...
Border Patrol Fans Out Across Charlotte, N.C., Arresting 81 People on First Day www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/u...
Border Patrol Fans Out Across Charlotte, N.C., Arresting 81 People on First Day
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November 17, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Border Patrol Fans Out Across Charlotte, N.C., Arresting 81 People on First Day www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/u...
“If you stand for the truth and for learning and all the virtues of a serious education and an examined life and you believe in the idea of justice, you have to act.” - Leon Botstein, Bard College. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/n...
Church and College Leaders Work to Free a Detained Afghan Student
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November 16, 2025 at 12:17 PM
“If you stand for the truth and for learning and all the virtues of a serious education and an examined life and you believe in the idea of justice, you have to act.” - Leon Botstein, Bard College. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/n...
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Watching Mamdani's victory speech, I'm struck by his—and his campaign's—unabashed vision of the US as an immigrant society, a culture built from the ground up from diversity. It is a complete rejection and reversal of the search for a white-washed homogeneity that the political right projects.
November 5, 2025 at 4:47 AM
Watching Mamdani's victory speech, I'm struck by his—and his campaign's—unabashed vision of the US as an immigrant society, a culture built from the ground up from diversity. It is a complete rejection and reversal of the search for a white-washed homogeneity that the political right projects.
SO PROUD OF OUR DAUGHTER Hadden who headed up the campaign for Chelsea Dickey for Mayor of Graham -who just WON!!!!!!!!!! Thrilled at all the wins in Alamance tonight and NJ, VA, NYC etc !!!!!! #HOPE !! Congratulations Chelsea and team❗️#proudmama
November 5, 2025 at 5:18 AM
SO PROUD OF OUR DAUGHTER Hadden who headed up the campaign for Chelsea Dickey for Mayor of Graham -who just WON!!!!!!!!!! Thrilled at all the wins in Alamance tonight and NJ, VA, NYC etc !!!!!! #HOPE !! Congratulations Chelsea and team❗️#proudmama
More from this beautiful music weekend in Saxapahaw at @hawriverballroom.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:00 AM
More from this beautiful music weekend in Saxapahaw at @hawriverballroom.com
For Shame, North Carolina. For Shame. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/27/o...
Opinion | For Shame, North Carolina. For Shame.
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October 29, 2025 at 12:57 AM
For Shame, North Carolina. For Shame. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/27/o...
Great shows this weekend @hawriverballroom.com @saxapahaw.bsky.social with SG Goodman, Fust and Jensen McRae
October 27, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Great shows this weekend @hawriverballroom.com @saxapahaw.bsky.social with SG Goodman, Fust and Jensen McRae
How Politics Is Changing the Way History Is Taught www.nytimes.com/2025/10/27/u...
How Politics Is Changing the Way History Is Taught
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October 27, 2025 at 12:04 PM
How Politics Is Changing the Way History Is Taught www.nytimes.com/2025/10/27/u...
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Beautiful day at #nokings w/ thousands of people standing together for a country we love & want to believe in - w liberty & justice for all! Thank you @revdrbarber for your inspiring words & thank you to people all over the world for coming together to stand up- vote in those midterms people ❤️
October 19, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Beautiful day at #nokings w/ thousands of people standing together for a country we love & want to believe in - w liberty & justice for all! Thank you @revdrbarber for your inspiring words & thank you to people all over the world for coming together to stand up- vote in those midterms people ❤️