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joanna spaghetti
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She/her. Disabled spoonie, hEDS, Crohn's. Sociology, racial justice, disability justice. Nerd. Always learning. Finally got tired of how increasingly bad twitter has gotten.
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A report published in a CDC journal reaffirms the effectiveness of COVID vaccines at preventing severe disease in children
COVID Vaccines Slashed Kids’ ER Visits by 76 Percent, Study Finds
A report published in a CDC journal reaffirms the effectiveness of COVID vaccines at preventing severe disease in children
www.scientificamerican.com
December 11, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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reichlinmelnick.bsky.social
🚨Judge Xinis finds that, incredibly, Mr. Abrego Garcia was never ordered deported in 2019. She notes that every since this saga began all the way back in March, the government has NEVER been able to produce any evidence that the immigration judge actually issued a removal order.
B. No Order of Removal Exists for Abrego Garcia No such order of removal exists for Abrego Garcia. When Abrego Garcia was first wrongly expelled to El Salvador, the Court struggled to understand the legal authority for even seizing him in the first place. At the first hearing in Abrego I, the Court inquired of Respondents’ counsel: The Court: I want to ask, though, the very specific question, if there is a final order of removal, what . . . document got this process started? There is no warrant for his arrest by an order of removal. There is no statement of probable cause. There’s no charge. There’s no report that says that anyone saw Mr. Abrego Garcia doing anything illegal or criminal. So what is the actual document that gave these officers the authority to start this process? Counsel: That is not in the record, and the government has not put that into the record. And that’s the best I can do. Abrego I, ECF No. 33 at 21:11–22. The Court continued to press counsel about the existence of a removal order and was told plainly that none can be found: The Court: Okay. So if there’s a Title 8 removal order, there would be an order of removal that’s being executed, and we don’t have one for Mr. Abrego Garcia, right? . . . Do you have that order? . . . Is it in the record? Counsel: I do not have that order. It is not in the record. Id. at 23:7–24:4. Since that time, Respondents have never produced an order of removal despite Abrego Garcia hinging much of his jurisdictional and legal arguments on its non-existence. ECF No. 1 ¶¶ 68–69; ECF No. 32 at 10, 15–17, 27; ECF No. 87 at 11–12. Indeed, Respondents twice sponsored the testimony of ICE officials whose job it is to effectuate removal orders, and who candidly admitted to having never seen one for Abrego Garcia. See ECF No. 107 at 30:16–22 (testimony of Cantú) (“Q: Based upon your many years of experience you described to us, you know what a final order of removal looks like, right, sir? Cantú: I do. Q: And have you seen a final order of removal in regard to Mr. Abrego Garcia? Cantú: I have not.”). See also Abrego I, ECF No. 234 at 46:6–12 (testimony of interim Assistant Director for ICE Removal Operations, Thomas Giles (“Giles”)) (“Q: You have not seen the final order of removal, have you, sir? Giles: What do you mean by that? Q: I mean, you have not seen a piece of paper that represents the final order of removal vis-a-vis Mr. Abrego Garcia, correct? Giles: No, I have not.”).15 Based on this, the Court concludes that no order of removal exists.
December 11, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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walkerbragman.bsky.social
SCOOP: Academy Award-nominee Liam Neeson narrated a recent anti-vaccine documentary that glorifies RFK Jr.’s rise to power.

In the film, Neeson—a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador—calls the COVID-19 vaccines “dangerous experiments.”

www.importantcontext.news/p/liam-neeso...
Liam Neeson Narrates Anti-Vax, Pro-RFK Documentary
The Taken actor can be heard calling mRNA COVID vaccines “dangerous experiments.”
www.importantcontext.news
December 11, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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romatowski.bsky.social
If ACA subsidies aren’t extended, the CBO estimates 2.2 million people will lose their health insurance in the first year, and even more thereafter (www.cbo.gov/system/files...).

Some of those people will die.
mskellymhayes.bsky.social Puff the Magic Hater @mskellymhayes.bsky.social · 6d
People are going to die because of the pending insurance premium hikes. I know the terrain of discourse is inconsistent and goes through a tumble cycle every 24 hours, but I really think we need to hone in on this reality and drive it home for people.
December 10, 2025 at 2:57 AM
joannaspaghetti.bsky.social
Movie you’ve watched more than six times with a gif. Hard mode: no Stars (Wars nor Trek), LOTR, or Marvel, Disney Animated or Pixar.
December 8, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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sarahseeandersen.bsky.social
The image is of a comic. Panel one depicts a young girl in bed. She hears "CLOP CLOP CLOP" noises. Panel two depicts the same girl with an excited expression. She thinks, "That must be santa on the roof!" Panel three depicts the girl smiling. Panel four depicts a possum on the roof in heels making the "CLOP CLOP CLOP" noises.
December 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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silverlightzoi.bsky.social
never raised anything towards this and had to pay for one day so now the goal is $380 for a week tent by tmrw and literally anything i can get for meds and groceries - i have about a day and a half left of my meal shakes for my feeding tube!

ko-fi.com/katimcf
December 6, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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samlmontano.bsky.social
Amnesty International released findings from its investigation into the Everglades Concentration Camp (Alligator Alcatraz), which was built by the Florida Division of Emergency Management.

They found evidence of torture, among other human rights violations.

www.amnesty.org/en/documents...
According to Article 1(1) of the UN Convention against Torture, an act constitutes torture if four elements are present: (1) intention, (2) infliction of severe physical or mental pain or suffering, (3) a purpose such as coercion, intimidation, obtaining information or a confession, or discrimination and (4) a degree of official involvement.254 State agents at “Alligator Alcatraz” use the ‘box’ as a form of punishment. The conditions of the ‘box’ – an extremely small space that prevents sitting, lying or changing position –, combined with high temperatures and humidity levels, and the deprivation of water, sanitation and protection from harsh weather conditions and insects, would likely cause severe physical and psychological pain and suffering.255 Amnesty International considers that the use of the ‘box’ as a form of punishment at “Alligator Alcatraz” constitutes torture.
December 7, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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louisathelast.bsky.social
If you want to make a very tangible difference in the lives of unhoused people in DC during a nasty cold snap, Remora House is where to put your money. I just bought a tent off their wishlist for them. It’s easy
remorahousedc.bsky.social Remora House DC ❄️ @remorahousedc.bsky.social · 11d
‼️Donations Needed‼️

Extreme cold & snow incoming as the city continues to clear camps during hypothermia alerts.

We need tents!!! If able order from our WL or donate so we an order

WL: tinyurl.com/remorahousew...

Cashap: $RemoraHouseDC

Givebutter:
givebutter.com/remorahouse

Love & solidarity
Support Remora House
By Remora House
givebutter.com
December 6, 2025 at 5:05 AM
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taniel.bsky.social
I'm not exaggerating when I say following @boltsmag.org rn will unlock money for our journalism.

A generous reader, @russ41.bsky.social, has offered to donate $1 for every 1-person increase to our follower count.

If you're not following @boltsmag.org yet, it'll directly help fund our reporting!
December 6, 2025 at 12:07 AM
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silverlightzoi.bsky.social
need to sleep but still at $300 left to go by tomorrow morning to do a full week of rent so I don’t have to keep going day by day - I think the stress of that is giving me migraines and neck tension so anything helps 😭🫡

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December 6, 2025 at 4:05 AM
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juliametraux.bsky.social
For the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, I spoke with advocates about how this law is crucial–and the ways in which disability education can be made better as its under attack from the Trump administration at @motherjones.com. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
This disability education law turned 50 today. Disability advocates want more.
"Our civil rights are not up for negotiations," Rep. Lateefah Simon said.
www.motherjones.com
November 29, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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theflytrapmedia.com
In honor of @sfdirewolf.bsky.social's legacy as a disability activist and writer, today we are republishing Bitch Magazine's Access Series, which was originally curated by Alice Wong. Worker-owner and former Bitch editor-in-chief Evette Dionne updated the intro to the series here:
Honoring Alice Wong: Reprinting Bitch Magazine's Access Series
Alice Wong, who reshaped the world of disability media, joined our ancestors on November 14, 2025. The Flytrap is proud to reprint her curated Access Series for Bitch Magazine.
the-flytrap.ghost.io
November 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
joannaspaghetti.bsky.social
My @inaturalist.bsky.social Year in Review 2025! (Tl;dr I saw a lot of spotted lanternflies this year 😬)
www.inaturalist.org/stats/2025/r...
rapunzel5's 2025 iNaturalist Year in Review
Joanna's highlights and stats from 2025 on iNaturalist
www.inaturalist.org
November 26, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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silverlightzoi.bsky.social
hello friends! i got enough for the last few days housing but never for a week, Crohn’s flare isn’t responding to meds, so i still need to raise 🚨 $475 rent by 11am tmrw and the rest for phone and other bills asap 🚨 AND i have an appt tmrw 😵‍💫 anything helps

ko-fi.com/katimcf
November 23, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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abstracttruth.bsky.social
Anyone remember that cease fire?

"Gaza hospitals running out of supplies as airstrikes continue"
Gaza hospitals running out of supplies as airstrikes continue, medics say
‘Severe lack’ in territory where Israeli strikes have killed more than 50 people and injured over 100 in recent days
www.theguardian.com
November 23, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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aoiferocksitout.bsky.social
This piece by @thellpsx.bsky.social and @pipagaopoetry.bsky.social is the most beautiful tribute to Alice, from two friends who loved her.
Skip the articles in big media like the Times, which didn't even mention Alice's work with Crips for eSims.
If you don't know about Alice, check it out.✨
November 19, 2025 at 8:57 PM
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dreanyc123.bsky.social
I invite folks to join me in honoring #TDOR by contributing to trans led life affirming & sustaining orgs Grammy’s Place: www.grammysplaces.net
My Sistah’s House: www.mshmemphis.org
Outlaw Project: www.theoutlawprojectinc.org
TransLifeLine: translifeline.org
Gender Liberation Movement: genderlib.org
Grammy's Place | Transgender Women | Birmingham, AL, USA
Safe housing for Black transgender women experiencing homelessness in a non-traditional, not religious based-communal housing community program. 18 and older, no drug testing or curfews. Grammy's Pla...
www.grammysplaces.net
November 20, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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walkerbragman.bsky.social
The CDC has updated its vaccine safety page to promote long-discredited claims about vaccines—namely that they cause autism.

The page links to a number of studies, including one by anti-vax allies of Robert Kennedy Jr.

www.importantcontext.news/p/cdc-change...
CDC Changes Vaccine Safety Page to Promote Vaccine Misinformation
It is the latest move by Robert Kennedy Jr.’s Department of Health and Human Services to attack vaccines.
www.importantcontext.news
November 20, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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mskellymhayes.bsky.social
615 of the estimated 3,000+ detained immigrants who were kidnapped in Chicagoland during Midway Blitz are expected to be eligible for bond this week. The Midwest Immigration Bond Fund shows up for people in detention who need bond, but it costs, at minimum, $1,500 per person. Pls help them.
A Midwest Bond Fund Is Helping Detained Chicago Immigrants Return To Their Families
The Midwest Immigration Bond Fund launched in 2020 to provide bond assistance to people navigating the complex immigration legal system. That mission has become more difficult under the second Trump a...
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November 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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marisakabas.bsky.social
NEW—US Park Police w/ DHS officers near DC are increasingly pulling over Black and brown men, leaving their work vans on the side of the parkway + immediately calling a local towing company to take them. Families who just lost their breadwinner are stuck with the bill.

@melbuer.bsky.social reports:
Families of DC-area immigrant drivers snatched by feds stuck with tow bill
Elected officials and activists note work vehicles removed lightning fast, resulting in hundreds in fees.
www.thehandbasket.co
November 17, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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pipagaopoetry.bsky.social
www.gofundme.com/f/alice-wong...

here’s where to send funds to continue Alice’s legacy <3
Donate to Help finish Alice’s work, organized by yomi wrong
Our comrade, friend, collaborator and fierce Tiger Mischief Maker, Alice Wong, needs us. As yo… yomi wrong needs your support for Help finish Alice’s work
www.gofundme.com
November 16, 2025 at 3:30 AM
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elea.fyi
For those not on Instagram, here is the statement from Alice Wong’s family:
Screenshot of Alice’s Instagram post. It has a statement from Alice’s family, reading: “"Alice Wong passed away on Friday, November 14th at UCS Hospital due to an infection. She was 51 years old. Alice lived in San Francisco and grew up in Indiana. Alice was the daughter to Henry and Bobby. The elder sister to Emily and Grace. The cat mom to Bert and Ernie, and a dear friend to many. She will be remembered as being a fierce luminary in disability justice, a brilliant writer, editor and community organizer. Her work can be found at Disability Visibility Project. As we mourn the incomprehensible loss of Alice, we share the words she gifted us with from her memoir, Year of the Tiger. "The real gift any person can give is a web of connective tissue. If we love fiercely, our ancestors live among and speak to us through these incandescent filaments glowing from the warmth of memories." We would like to invite her friends, community, and her many fans to contribute to Alice's GoFundMe to continue the legacy of her work." The caption for the image clarifies that it was posted by Sandy Ho.
November 15, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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silverlightzoi.bsky.social
almost 5pm and I’m still stuck at $330 left to go for food, meds, and replacing my glasses, and i only have a few meal shakes left! can anyone match $15 or $20?

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November 14, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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nicole-lee-sch.bsky.social
While Alice has become an ancestor, her work continues! If you want to share her wisdom with others, you can purchase copies of her books for your local library, share her dazzling array of digital media from DVP, or donate to her legacy fund: www.gofundme.com/f/alice-wong...
Donate to Help finish Alice’s work, organized by yomi wrong
Our comrade, friend, collaborator and fierce Tiger Mischief Maker, Alice Wong, needs us. As yo… yomi wrong needs your support for Help finish Alice’s work
www.gofundme.com
November 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM