Martha
@saaremartha.bsky.social
Semi-retired English teacher, tourism guide, and practical anarchist. I became an lifelong activist shortly after my 20th birthday on August 28, 1963 when I stood in the sun and heard Martin Luther King tell us about dreams.
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Martha
@saaremartha.bsky.social
· Jan 8
Renee Nicole Good, was shot & killed by an ICE agent
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This morning I visited Cibola Detention Center and met with people who were recently detained and being held there. I left angry. I left heartbroken. (1/4)
February 13, 2026 at 8:23 PM
This morning I visited Cibola Detention Center and met with people who were recently detained and being held there. I left angry. I left heartbroken. (1/4)
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London’s Ramadan Lights are shining once again in the West End. A beautiful celebration of the holy month and a reminder that our city is a beacon of hope, unity, and inclusivity.
A city where diversity is a strength, and where everyone is loved and wanted ✨💛
A city where diversity is a strength, and where everyone is loved and wanted ✨💛
February 13, 2026 at 9:05 PM
London’s Ramadan Lights are shining once again in the West End. A beautiful celebration of the holy month and a reminder that our city is a beacon of hope, unity, and inclusivity.
A city where diversity is a strength, and where everyone is loved and wanted ✨💛
A city where diversity is a strength, and where everyone is loved and wanted ✨💛
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Noem adviser Lewandowski sought to carry a firearm at DHS, alarming officials www.ms.now/news/noem-le...
Noem adviser Lewandowski sought to carry a firearm at DHS, alarming officials
A lawyer who refused the request was reassigned, according to two people familiar with the matter.
www.ms.now
February 13, 2026 at 10:36 PM
Noem adviser Lewandowski sought to carry a firearm at DHS, alarming officials www.ms.now/news/noem-le...
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: “I was literally begging the agent who was holding me back to let me do CPR,” she told The Intercept.
The Woman Alex Pretti Was Killed Trying to Defend Is an EMT. Federal Agents Stopped Her From Giving First Aid.
One of the women Alex Pretti was killed trying to defend is an EMT. Federal agents stopped her from giving him first aid.
interc.pt
February 13, 2026 at 3:25 PM
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: “I was literally begging the agent who was holding me back to let me do CPR,” she told The Intercept.
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This morning I posted our petition to get Palantir out of our NHS and our public services.
Over 40,000 people have now signed it - thank you.
Please do keep sharing!
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
Over 40,000 people have now signed it - thank you.
Please do keep sharing!
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
Stop Palantir taking over our public services!
Our public services aren’t for a secretive profit-hungry US tech firm. Sign the petition to tell the Government to scrap all contracts with secretive US tech firm Palantir.
you.38degrees.org.uk
February 13, 2026 at 8:35 PM
This morning I posted our petition to get Palantir out of our NHS and our public services.
Over 40,000 people have now signed it - thank you.
Please do keep sharing!
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
Over 40,000 people have now signed it - thank you.
Please do keep sharing!
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
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WCK’s Pavlo is checking in from Odesa, where a drone attack struck critical infrastructure and homes.
For the past two days, our teams have been distributing hot meals to families as they begin to recover from these strikes. #ChefsForUkraine
For the past two days, our teams have been distributing hot meals to families as they begin to recover from these strikes. #ChefsForUkraine
February 14, 2026 at 2:42 AM
WCK’s Pavlo is checking in from Odesa, where a drone attack struck critical infrastructure and homes.
For the past two days, our teams have been distributing hot meals to families as they begin to recover from these strikes. #ChefsForUkraine
For the past two days, our teams have been distributing hot meals to families as they begin to recover from these strikes. #ChefsForUkraine
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“They were hellbent on not allowing anybody to help him until he was dead,” she said. “I was right there, and they — all of them — made the decision to deny me access to give him the best possible chance of survival.”
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: “I was literally begging the agent who was holding me back to let me do CPR,” she told The Intercept.
The Woman Alex Pretti Was Killed Trying to Defend Is an EMT. Federal Agents Stopped Her From Giving First Aid.
One of the women Alex Pretti was killed trying to defend is an EMT. Federal agents stopped her from giving him first aid.
interc.pt
February 13, 2026 at 7:14 PM
“They were hellbent on not allowing anybody to help him until he was dead,” she said. “I was right there, and they — all of them — made the decision to deny me access to give him the best possible chance of survival.”
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It’s #Caturday, so I wanted to try something a little different.
If you’re posting your cat today and feel like it, I’d love if you could add a little love for Luna. She’s a my kitty who needs surgery, and the support has meant everything.
Even just sharing or mentioning her helps 💛
#CaturdayForLuna
If you’re posting your cat today and feel like it, I’d love if you could add a little love for Luna. She’s a my kitty who needs surgery, and the support has meant everything.
Even just sharing or mentioning her helps 💛
#CaturdayForLuna
February 7, 2026 at 3:22 PM
It’s #Caturday, so I wanted to try something a little different.
If you’re posting your cat today and feel like it, I’d love if you could add a little love for Luna. She’s a my kitty who needs surgery, and the support has meant everything.
Even just sharing or mentioning her helps 💛
#CaturdayForLuna
If you’re posting your cat today and feel like it, I’d love if you could add a little love for Luna. She’s a my kitty who needs surgery, and the support has meant everything.
Even just sharing or mentioning her helps 💛
#CaturdayForLuna
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Never in the history of the United States of America has there been a more destructive president than the current occupant in the White House.
It is code red for American leadership in the fight against the climate crisis.
It is code red for American leadership in the fight against the climate crisis.
February 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Never in the history of the United States of America has there been a more destructive president than the current occupant in the White House.
It is code red for American leadership in the fight against the climate crisis.
It is code red for American leadership in the fight against the climate crisis.
Instead, let us strive to measure our words and cultivate kindness and respect in our families, among our friends, at work, on social media, in political debates, in the media and in Christian communities. In this way, words of hatred will give way to words of hope and peace."
February 13, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Instead, let us strive to measure our words and cultivate kindness and respect in our families, among our friends, at work, on social media, in political debates, in the media and in Christian communities. In this way, words of hatred will give way to words of hope and peace."
Let us begin by disarming our language, avoiding harsh words and rash judgement, refraining from slander and speaking ill of those who are not present and cannot defend themselves.
February 13, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Let us begin by disarming our language, avoiding harsh words and rash judgement, refraining from slander and speaking ill of those who are not present and cannot defend themselves.
Pope Leo XIV on Lent, "I would like to invite you to a very practical and frequently unappreciated form of abstinence: that of refraining from words that offend and hurt our neighbor.
February 13, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Pope Leo XIV on Lent, "I would like to invite you to a very practical and frequently unappreciated form of abstinence: that of refraining from words that offend and hurt our neighbor.
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Happy birthday Sarojini Naidu.
February 13, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Happy birthday Sarojini Naidu.
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Wait what this seems important
MERZ SAYS I HAVE BEGUN CONFIDENTIAL TALKS WITH THE FRENCH PRESIDENT ON EUROPEAN NUCLEAR DETERRENCE
February 13, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Wait what this seems important
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OPINION by Lt. Col. Rachel E. VanLandingham, ret. (USAF)
"Kelly winning his lawsuit is important for all of us retirees whose voices are vital to our nation."
READ MORE: www.ms.now/opinion/judg...
"Kelly winning his lawsuit is important for all of us retirees whose voices are vital to our nation."
READ MORE: www.ms.now/opinion/judg...
Opinion | Sen. Mark Kelly's legal win over Pete Hegseth is a First Amendment victory for all military veterans
Retired Lt. Col. Rachel E. VanLandingham: Hegseth’s campaign against Kelly is extraordinary, and Judge Leon outlined its breathtaking consequences for all of us who have served our nation in uniform.
www.ms.now
February 13, 2026 at 1:35 PM
OPINION by Lt. Col. Rachel E. VanLandingham, ret. (USAF)
"Kelly winning his lawsuit is important for all of us retirees whose voices are vital to our nation."
READ MORE: www.ms.now/opinion/judg...
"Kelly winning his lawsuit is important for all of us retirees whose voices are vital to our nation."
READ MORE: www.ms.now/opinion/judg...
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It was believed in medieval times that hedgehogs had spikes so they could roll over fruit to carry home to their children, which is not true but is a really cute idea
February 13, 2026 at 11:26 AM
It was believed in medieval times that hedgehogs had spikes so they could roll over fruit to carry home to their children, which is not true but is a really cute idea
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Are you one of nearly 70 million American women who changed their names when they got married? 🙋♀️
Republicans in Congress want to make it harder for you to vote.
Tell your senator to oppose the SAVE Act. indivisible.org/actions/stop...
Republicans in Congress want to make it harder for you to vote.
Tell your senator to oppose the SAVE Act. indivisible.org/actions/stop...
February 13, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Are you one of nearly 70 million American women who changed their names when they got married? 🙋♀️
Republicans in Congress want to make it harder for you to vote.
Tell your senator to oppose the SAVE Act. indivisible.org/actions/stop...
Republicans in Congress want to make it harder for you to vote.
Tell your senator to oppose the SAVE Act. indivisible.org/actions/stop...
Nammi-nammi! Sounds eggstactically deliscious.
February 13, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Nammi-nammi! Sounds eggstactically deliscious.
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The High Court does its job. This is an excellent example of why the State and the Judiciary should be kept separate. Italy take care in March!
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
Met police say they will stop arresting people for supporting Palestine Action after high court ruling – live
Police acknowledge ‘unusual circumstances’ around the ruling and say they will focus on gathering evidence
www.theguardian.com
February 13, 2026 at 2:16 PM
The High Court does its job. This is an excellent example of why the State and the Judiciary should be kept separate. Italy take care in March!
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
Smart boy. Can you blame him?
February 13, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Smart boy. Can you blame him?
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The Border Patrol agents lied. They always lie. And they lie to destroy other people's lives for fun.
www.huffpost.com/entry/border...
www.huffpost.com/entry/border...
Agents Who Shot Marimar Martinez Caught On Video Saying 'Do Something, Bitch'
Newly released body camera footage shows Border Patrol agents swerving their car into the Chicago woman before shooting her five times.
www.huffpost.com
February 13, 2026 at 4:49 AM
The Border Patrol agents lied. They always lie. And they lie to destroy other people's lives for fun.
www.huffpost.com/entry/border...
www.huffpost.com/entry/border...
That sounds wonderful. Putting it on to my Birthday present list
February 13, 2026 at 6:43 PM
That sounds wonderful. Putting it on to my Birthday present list
I hope you all are going to be OK.
February 13, 2026 at 6:39 PM
I hope you all are going to be OK.