Sharon Shewmake
@sharonshewmake.bsky.social
State Senator, mom, economics professor, loves Bellingham is meh on broccoli
Holy cow
BREAKING:
TIM WALZ: "If you see these ICE agents in your neighborhood, take out that phone and hit record."
"Help us create a database of the atrocities against Minnesotans, not just to establish a record for posterity, but to bank evidence for future prosecution."
TIM WALZ: "If you see these ICE agents in your neighborhood, take out that phone and hit record."
"Help us create a database of the atrocities against Minnesotans, not just to establish a record for posterity, but to bank evidence for future prosecution."
January 15, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Holy cow
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If you feel like you're losing your mind as this administration plays footsy with the idea of INVADING GREENLAND, then you're not alone.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
TAPPER: Can you rule out the US is going to take Greenland by force?
MILLER: Greenland should be part of the US. By what right does Denmark assert control over Greenland? The US is the power of NATO
T: So force is on the table?
M: Nobody is gonna fight the US militarily over future of Greenland
MILLER: Greenland should be part of the US. By what right does Denmark assert control over Greenland? The US is the power of NATO
T: So force is on the table?
M: Nobody is gonna fight the US militarily over future of Greenland
January 6, 2026 at 5:31 PM
If you feel like you're losing your mind as this administration plays footsy with the idea of INVADING GREENLAND, then you're not alone.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
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It's an old and obvious pattern. An unpopular president - failing on the economy and losing his grip on power at home - decides to launch a war for regime change abroad.
The American people don’t want to “run” a foreign country while our leaders fail to improve life in this one.
The American people don’t want to “run” a foreign country while our leaders fail to improve life in this one.
January 3, 2026 at 5:08 PM
It's an old and obvious pattern. An unpopular president - failing on the economy and losing his grip on power at home - decides to launch a war for regime change abroad.
The American people don’t want to “run” a foreign country while our leaders fail to improve life in this one.
The American people don’t want to “run” a foreign country while our leaders fail to improve life in this one.
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No tears shed for Maduro, an illegitimate authoritarian ruler. But what comes next? Trump unilaterally sent American servicemembers to remove a foreign ruler and his plan is that the U.S. will run Venezuela?
There are serious concerns about the risk this poses to American lives + national security.
There are serious concerns about the risk this poses to American lives + national security.
January 3, 2026 at 7:44 PM
No tears shed for Maduro, an illegitimate authoritarian ruler. But what comes next? Trump unilaterally sent American servicemembers to remove a foreign ruler and his plan is that the U.S. will run Venezuela?
There are serious concerns about the risk this poses to American lives + national security.
There are serious concerns about the risk this poses to American lives + national security.
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It is outrageous for a President who is tanking our economy here at home to suggest that the American taxpayer spend a fortune to “run” another country while doing nothing to make life better in America. I opposed the war in Iraq from the outset—and the parallels here are glaring.
January 3, 2026 at 6:24 PM
It is outrageous for a President who is tanking our economy here at home to suggest that the American taxpayer spend a fortune to “run” another country while doing nothing to make life better in America. I opposed the war in Iraq from the outset—and the parallels here are glaring.
May the Lord protect Rick Steves 💚♥️
It’s the “season of love and giving”…but this year, doesn’t it seem more like a “season of fear and taking”? Like many of you, I’ve been saddened by the human impact of draconian government budget cuts and how angry many housed Americans are at unhoused Americans.
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December 21, 2025 at 6:38 AM
May the Lord protect Rick Steves 💚♥️
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The last thing our veterans need is FEWER people making sure they get the health care they need.
This is a grossly short-sighted decision by Secretary Collins. We need answers and accountability.
This is a grossly short-sighted decision by Secretary Collins. We need answers and accountability.
VA plans to abruptly eliminate tens of thousands of health care jobs
Strains on the Veterans Affairs system could grow with the elimination of as many as 35,000 mostly unfilled health care positions, including doctors and nurses.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 15, 2025 at 6:29 PM
The last thing our veterans need is FEWER people making sure they get the health care they need.
This is a grossly short-sighted decision by Secretary Collins. We need answers and accountability.
This is a grossly short-sighted decision by Secretary Collins. We need answers and accountability.
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I told Trump's trade ambassador that Trump's insults and trade war have driven away Canadian visitors and dealt a serious blow to Washington state's economy.
There is quite simply NO reason for this.
We should not be picking fights with our close friends and allies. 🇺🇸🇨🇦
There is quite simply NO reason for this.
We should not be picking fights with our close friends and allies. 🇺🇸🇨🇦
December 9, 2025 at 11:50 PM
I told Trump's trade ambassador that Trump's insults and trade war have driven away Canadian visitors and dealt a serious blow to Washington state's economy.
There is quite simply NO reason for this.
We should not be picking fights with our close friends and allies. 🇺🇸🇨🇦
There is quite simply NO reason for this.
We should not be picking fights with our close friends and allies. 🇺🇸🇨🇦
Very confused December berry.
December 6, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Very confused December berry.
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WOW! AN HONOR! — GCN
December 6, 2025 at 4:16 AM
WOW! AN HONOR! — GCN
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The AEA has imposed a lifetime ban on Lawrence H. Summers’ membership and participation in AEA activities. See the full statement here. www.aeaweb.org/news/aea-sta...
Statement from the American Economic Association
www.aeaweb.org
December 2, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The AEA has imposed a lifetime ban on Lawrence H. Summers’ membership and participation in AEA activities. See the full statement here. www.aeaweb.org/news/aea-sta...
One of the strangest things I have seen.
Greene: I will be resigning from office, with my last day being January 5, 2026.
November 22, 2025 at 1:47 AM
One of the strangest things I have seen.
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The most corrupt administration in American history.
November 7, 2025 at 12:46 AM
The most corrupt administration in American history.
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Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates who won tonight. It’s a reminder that when we come together around strong, forward-looking leaders who care about the issues that matter, we can win. We’ve still got plenty of work to do, but the future looks a little bit brighter.
November 5, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates who won tonight. It’s a reminder that when we come together around strong, forward-looking leaders who care about the issues that matter, we can win. We’ve still got plenty of work to do, but the future looks a little bit brighter.
I have a bill! I picked Saturday but am open to a friendly amendment. 👻https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5159&Year=2025&Initiative=False
November 1, 2025 at 4:54 PM
I have a bill! I picked Saturday but am open to a friendly amendment. 👻https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5159&Year=2025&Initiative=False
That is like half a ballroom!
Paul Ingrassia says he filed a $150 million defamation suit against Politico over he media outlet's report that he has been investigated for allegedly harassing a lower-ranking colleague
October 28, 2025 at 2:58 AM
That is like half a ballroom!
Not generally a Ronald Reagan fan but he was right about tariffs. Canada is a good neighbor, has been for years but especially now is that friend who points out when we are in a relationship with a narcissistic economically illiterate baby.
www.seattletimes.com/business/tru...
www.seattletimes.com/business/tru...
Trump says he’s ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads
President Donald Trump is complaining again about Canada because of recent television ads protesting U.S. tariffs, which he calls “egregious behavior” aimed at influencing U.S. court decisions.
www.seattletimes.com
October 24, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Not generally a Ronald Reagan fan but he was right about tariffs. Canada is a good neighbor, has been for years but especially now is that friend who points out when we are in a relationship with a narcissistic economically illiterate baby.
www.seattletimes.com/business/tru...
www.seattletimes.com/business/tru...
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Wow. Sidney Reid, the DC woman just found not guilty of assaulting an FBI agent, issues a withering and gutsy statement on Trump through her attorneys.
"I feel sorry for the prosecutors really, who must be burdened by Trump's irrational and unfounded hatred for his fellow man."
It's a must-read:
"I feel sorry for the prosecutors really, who must be burdened by Trump's irrational and unfounded hatred for his fellow man."
It's a must-read:
October 16, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Wow. Sidney Reid, the DC woman just found not guilty of assaulting an FBI agent, issues a withering and gutsy statement on Trump through her attorneys.
"I feel sorry for the prosecutors really, who must be burdened by Trump's irrational and unfounded hatred for his fellow man."
It's a must-read:
"I feel sorry for the prosecutors really, who must be burdened by Trump's irrational and unfounded hatred for his fellow man."
It's a must-read:
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On Day 8 of the Republican shutdown I want to be clear: Democrats are still here. We are still at the table. And we are still ready to work together on a deal to reopen the government and address this health care crisis.
October 8, 2025 at 1:50 PM
On Day 8 of the Republican shutdown I want to be clear: Democrats are still here. We are still at the table. And we are still ready to work together on a deal to reopen the government and address this health care crisis.
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Goodall transcribes field notes by lamplight in Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park c.1960
October 2, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Goodall transcribes field notes by lamplight in Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park c.1960
Think of the 79 year olds in your life. How would you feel? I am shaking.
September 28, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Think of the 79 year olds in your life. How would you feel? I am shaking.
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Californians — don’t take medical advice from President Bleach.
Trust your doctor.
Trust your doctor.
September 26, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Californians — don’t take medical advice from President Bleach.
Trust your doctor.
Trust your doctor.
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Many people are saying
September 25, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Many people are saying
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My personal Pro-Urban Bellingham City Council Endorsements:
Ward 2: Hollie Huthman
Ward 4: Edwin "Skip" Williams
Ward 6: Andrew Reding
At-Large: Jace Cotton
Ward 2: Hollie Huthman
Ward 4: Edwin "Skip" Williams
Ward 6: Andrew Reding
At-Large: Jace Cotton
September 23, 2025 at 1:12 AM
My personal Pro-Urban Bellingham City Council Endorsements:
Ward 2: Hollie Huthman
Ward 4: Edwin "Skip" Williams
Ward 6: Andrew Reding
At-Large: Jace Cotton
Ward 2: Hollie Huthman
Ward 4: Edwin "Skip" Williams
Ward 6: Andrew Reding
At-Large: Jace Cotton