Joanne Gores
@mindofmoss.bsky.social
Retired HS Liteature teacher, writer of fiction, lover of books, mother, grandmother. Research is my favorite pastime; that and long walks, travel.
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"There's a reason you separate military and the police. One fights the enemies of the state, the other serves and protects the people. When the military becomes both, then the enemies of the state tend to become the people."
- Commander William Adama, Battlestar Galactica
- Commander William Adama, Battlestar Galactica
May 11, 2025 at 6:24 PM
"There's a reason you separate military and the police. One fights the enemies of the state, the other serves and protects the people. When the military becomes both, then the enemies of the state tend to become the people."
- Commander William Adama, Battlestar Galactica
- Commander William Adama, Battlestar Galactica
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Trump is literally trying to fly around on a plane from a foreign government while serving as President. That’s a violation of the Constitution.
The Emoluments Clause wasn’t a suggestion. It’s the LAW.
The Emoluments Clause wasn’t a suggestion. It’s the LAW.
Trump defends the prospect of Qatar gifting him a plane to use as Air Force One
U.S. officials say it could be converted into a potential presidential aircraft to replace the 40 year old Air Force One. The Qatari government said a final decision hadn’t been made.
apnews.com
May 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Trump is literally trying to fly around on a plane from a foreign government while serving as President. That’s a violation of the Constitution.
The Emoluments Clause wasn’t a suggestion. It’s the LAW.
The Emoluments Clause wasn’t a suggestion. It’s the LAW.
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I had legit completely forgotten this.
March 25, 2025 at 11:37 PM
I had legit completely forgotten this.
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JUST IN: American Oversight is suing Hegseth, Gabbard, Ratcliffe et al, saying their messaging via Signal is a violation of the Federal Records Act.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
March 25, 2025 at 9:40 PM
JUST IN: American Oversight is suing Hegseth, Gabbard, Ratcliffe et al, saying their messaging via Signal is a violation of the Federal Records Act.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
So proud of my granddaughter, Cora. These are some great pieces! She's a sophomore at U of Mich Ann Arbor.
specials.michigandaily.com/bside/2025/c...
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February 8, 2025 at 4:55 PM
So proud of my granddaughter, Cora. These are some great pieces! She's a sophomore at U of Mich Ann Arbor.
specials.michigandaily.com/bside/2025/c...
specials.michigandaily.com/bside/2025/c...
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This is how the world views the US.
Australia calling out fascism, then adding that "Trump is a disaster for humanity and he belongs behind bars, not the oval office."
Australia calling out fascism, then adding that "Trump is a disaster for humanity and he belongs behind bars, not the oval office."
February 7, 2025 at 7:25 PM
This is how the world views the US.
Australia calling out fascism, then adding that "Trump is a disaster for humanity and he belongs behind bars, not the oval office."
Australia calling out fascism, then adding that "Trump is a disaster for humanity and he belongs behind bars, not the oval office."
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There is still beauty in this world
Judge rules that Black church in DC, which won a $2.8 million default judgment against the Proud Boys, now gains control over the trademark “Proud Boys.” The far-right group is barred from selling any related merchandise or symbols without the consent of the church. Gift link:
Proud Boys Lose Control of Their Name to a Black Church They Vandalized (Gift Article)
A judge awarded the trademarked name and symbols to a Washington church to help satisfy a $2.8 million judgment against the far-right group.
www.nytimes.com
February 4, 2025 at 5:38 PM
There is still beauty in this world
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Idgaf I’m still fighting for guaranteed healthcare.
Aspiration is the answer. Not just “we’re not the bad guys.”
We need something more meaningful than that. I want a future worth fighting for. They have no vision. We do. Lean into our strengths and knock them out. 👊🏽
Aspiration is the answer. Not just “we’re not the bad guys.”
We need something more meaningful than that. I want a future worth fighting for. They have no vision. We do. Lean into our strengths and knock them out. 👊🏽
January 31, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Idgaf I’m still fighting for guaranteed healthcare.
Aspiration is the answer. Not just “we’re not the bad guys.”
We need something more meaningful than that. I want a future worth fighting for. They have no vision. We do. Lean into our strengths and knock them out. 👊🏽
Aspiration is the answer. Not just “we’re not the bad guys.”
We need something more meaningful than that. I want a future worth fighting for. They have no vision. We do. Lean into our strengths and knock them out. 👊🏽
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Congress is to blame, too: for over-loading air traffic onto RR Airport, when a larger airport was nearby...all to have an airport, closer to their Congressional offices. www.democracynow.org/2025/1/30/po...
Deadly D.C. Plane Crash Comes Months After Congress Ignored Warnings
Rescue workers in Washington, D.C., have launched a massive recovery operation in the Potomac River after a regional passenger jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided midair late Wednesday, wit...
www.democracynow.org
January 30, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Congress is to blame, too: for over-loading air traffic onto RR Airport, when a larger airport was nearby...all to have an airport, closer to their Congressional offices. www.democracynow.org/2025/1/30/po...
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Not just the National Institutes of Health, now the National Science Foundation is put on pause.
Reminder: research is a multi-step process. Pausing the peer review panels by itself creates months of delay.
Reminder: research is a multi-step process. Pausing the peer review panels by itself creates months of delay.
I’m an NSF panel reviewer that was scheduled to meet today. Just got notice that all NSF panels were canceled today. I reviewed some innovative proposals in support of students. Devastating if these scholars don’t get to do this work. For the love of science & students I hope this is just a delay.💔
January 27, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Not just the National Institutes of Health, now the National Science Foundation is put on pause.
Reminder: research is a multi-step process. Pausing the peer review panels by itself creates months of delay.
Reminder: research is a multi-step process. Pausing the peer review panels by itself creates months of delay.
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Please watch this entire video. We need to focus on the positive future we want and not just react.
Everyone needs to hear this.
This is not about opposing Trump and the GOP agenda.
This is about fighting for the future and what can be.
"The way out of survival mode is to imagine a positive vision of the future."
This is not about opposing Trump and the GOP agenda.
This is about fighting for the future and what can be.
"The way out of survival mode is to imagine a positive vision of the future."
January 26, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Please watch this entire video. We need to focus on the positive future we want and not just react.
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Hey, while we're talking about erasing history:
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
January 27, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Hey, while we're talking about erasing history:
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
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This is how you say “go fuck yourself sideways with a porcupine” in inspector general speak.
Going to be interesting to see how the administration responds
Going to be interesting to see how the administration responds
January 25, 2025 at 11:50 PM
This is how you say “go fuck yourself sideways with a porcupine” in inspector general speak.
Going to be interesting to see how the administration responds
Going to be interesting to see how the administration responds
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This has become a popular metaphor on the Right and it captures their political project so precisely:
The unruly kids, that’s everyone who dares to deviate from white Christian patriarchal rule; the only way to deal with them is via coercion and violence – the Leader must punish them.
The unruly kids, that’s everyone who dares to deviate from white Christian patriarchal rule; the only way to deal with them is via coercion and violence – the Leader must punish them.
Mel Gibson: I’m glad Trump is here. It’s like daddy arrived and he’s taking his belt off
January 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM
This has become a popular metaphor on the Right and it captures their political project so precisely:
The unruly kids, that’s everyone who dares to deviate from white Christian patriarchal rule; the only way to deal with them is via coercion and violence – the Leader must punish them.
The unruly kids, that’s everyone who dares to deviate from white Christian patriarchal rule; the only way to deal with them is via coercion and violence – the Leader must punish them.
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The Capitol Switchboard is open 24/7
All calls must be reported and logged.
You can make a difference!
202-224-3121
The Capitol Switchboard is open 24/7
All calls must be reported and logged.
You can make a difference!
202-224-3121
![Hello, my name is [Your Namel, and I'm a constituent from [City, State].
I'm calling to express my outrage at reports of ICE agents harassing and detaining Indigenous peoples, including U.S. citizens, during enforcement actions. Indigenous individuals, like Navajo citizens, have been wrongfully detained even when presenting valid tribal IDs.
This is unacceptable and a violation of their rights. I urge [Representative/Senator Name] to:
• Demand an investigation into these actions.
• Push for ICE training to ensure recognition of tribal identification documents.
• Advocate for protections to prevent further targeting of Indigenous peoples.
I expect [Representative/Senator Name] to take a strong stand against this injustice. Thank you for your time and attention to this critical issue.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:quu4h7b5nl6ktn4cqq65b3ja/bafkreidgmyuhpihetyz7m4iwjkzldxalmpbhajdxpdjfqmoemkeflihqra@jpeg)
January 25, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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The Capitol Switchboard is open 24/7
All calls must be reported and logged.
You can make a difference!
202-224-3121
The Capitol Switchboard is open 24/7
All calls must be reported and logged.
You can make a difference!
202-224-3121
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@moderntherapy.bsky.social hey, girlfriend!!
January 24, 2025 at 10:15 PM
@moderntherapy.bsky.social hey, girlfriend!!