Sophie Hayssen
@shayssen.bsky.social
journalist & a pleasure to have in class
previously: Mother Jones editorial fellow/personality hire
Email: sahayssen (at) gmail dot com
https://www.sophiehayssen.com/portfolio
previously: Mother Jones editorial fellow/personality hire
Email: sahayssen (at) gmail dot com
https://www.sophiehayssen.com/portfolio
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
Last September, Silverio Villegas was gunned down by an ICE officer near Franklin Park, Chicago. The United States has already forgotten his name. Even the New York Times, the paper of record, recently identified him only as “a Mexican immigrant.” beta.elfaro.net/en/ef-photo-...
The ICE Killing the U.S. Has Already Forgotten
Last September, Silverio Villegas was gunned down by an ICE officer near Franklin Park, Chicago. The United States has already forgotten his name. Even the New York Times, the paper of record, recentl...
beta.elfaro.net
February 9, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Last September, Silverio Villegas was gunned down by an ICE officer near Franklin Park, Chicago. The United States has already forgotten his name. Even the New York Times, the paper of record, recently identified him only as “a Mexican immigrant.” beta.elfaro.net/en/ef-photo-...
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
I’m not sure how it’s possible not to speak a word of Spanish in America in 2026 but it sounds like a lot of you have work to do ✨
February 9, 2026 at 5:58 PM
I’m not sure how it’s possible not to speak a word of Spanish in America in 2026 but it sounds like a lot of you have work to do ✨
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
nevermind spanish, some of you have three days to learn how to dance
February 5, 2026 at 9:12 PM
nevermind spanish, some of you have three days to learn how to dance
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About 500 BYU students, alumni and others protested Thursday against Border Patrol’s presence at a job fair on the Provo campus, chanting “BYU get ICE out” and “Border Patrol has got to go.”
(Video by The Tribune’s Francisco Kjolseth)
Read more here: www.sltrib.com/news/educati...
(Video by The Tribune’s Francisco Kjolseth)
Read more here: www.sltrib.com/news/educati...
February 5, 2026 at 7:40 PM
About 500 BYU students, alumni and others protested Thursday against Border Patrol’s presence at a job fair on the Provo campus, chanting “BYU get ICE out” and “Border Patrol has got to go.”
(Video by The Tribune’s Francisco Kjolseth)
Read more here: www.sltrib.com/news/educati...
(Video by The Tribune’s Francisco Kjolseth)
Read more here: www.sltrib.com/news/educati...
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
i am very much of the view that undermining the court’s secrecy is a necessary part of remaking it into something like an actual court (and not some guardian council) www.nytimes.com/2026/02/02/u...
How the Supreme Court Secretly Made Itself Even More Secretive
www.nytimes.com
February 2, 2026 at 1:56 PM
i am very much of the view that undermining the court’s secrecy is a necessary part of remaking it into something like an actual court (and not some guardian council) www.nytimes.com/2026/02/02/u...
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Taxpayer-funded ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities are part of the effort to push conservative ideology on college students in the guise of civics education, @shayssen.bsky.social reports. Despite their heated political origins, the centers are expanding.
Right-wing plot to set up ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities
UNC-Chapel Hill and the University of Florida are part of the effort to push conservative ideology on college students in the guise of civics education
prismreports.org
February 1, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Taxpayer-funded ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities are part of the effort to push conservative ideology on college students in the guise of civics education, @shayssen.bsky.social reports. Despite their heated political origins, the centers are expanding.
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They say to understand politics follow the money. This excellent article does that for the expanding 'civic institute' scam. Tracing the money trail leads back to a shadowy network of right-wing billionaires like the Koch family.
prismreports.org/2026/01/27/c...
prismreports.org/2026/01/27/c...
Right-wing plot to set up ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities
UNC-Chapel Hill and the University of Florida are part of the effort to push conservative ideology on college students in the guise of civics education
prismreports.org
January 28, 2026 at 12:04 PM
They say to understand politics follow the money. This excellent article does that for the expanding 'civic institute' scam. Tracing the money trail leads back to a shadowy network of right-wing billionaires like the Koch family.
prismreports.org/2026/01/27/c...
prismreports.org/2026/01/27/c...
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Please read Sophie’s investigation about the right wing “civic centers” sprouting up at universities nationwide!
For about a year, I've been digging into the growing number of right-wing funded civic centers teaching "informed patriotism" and "Western civilization" at public universities. Today, @prismreports.org published my investigation. Big thanks to my editor @tinavasquez.bsky.social & the Prism team.
What's behind the right-wing plot to set up taxpayer-funded ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities?
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
January 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Please read Sophie’s investigation about the right wing “civic centers” sprouting up at universities nationwide!
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
Some of the same supposed pro-free speech groups, donors, and legislators championing these centers simultaneously cheer on the end of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and rail against critical race theory.
So-Called “Intellectual Freedom Centers” Spread Right-Wing Ideologies on Campus
The push to reshape education has gained considerable momentum under the second Trump administration.
buff.ly
January 29, 2026 at 12:45 AM
Some of the same supposed pro-free speech groups, donors, and legislators championing these centers simultaneously cheer on the end of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and rail against critical race theory.
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
I have hit 200 articles at MoJo 😎
January 28, 2026 at 7:50 PM
I have hit 200 articles at MoJo 😎
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“Incarceration for profit is still the model. Why are we building jails in neighborhoods & they’re always bigger & never smaller?”
Mamdani administration moves forward with building a “jailscraper” in Chinatown, which residents have pushed back against for years, Morgan Gu reports.
Mamdani administration moves forward with building a “jailscraper” in Chinatown, which residents have pushed back against for years, Morgan Gu reports.
Mamdani administration moves forward with megajail in Chinatown
Chinatown residents have pushed back for years against the Manhattan “jailscraper,” which is part of the city’s plan to shut down Rikers Island
prismreports.org
January 28, 2026 at 8:01 PM
“Incarceration for profit is still the model. Why are we building jails in neighborhoods & they’re always bigger & never smaller?”
Mamdani administration moves forward with building a “jailscraper” in Chinatown, which residents have pushed back against for years, Morgan Gu reports.
Mamdani administration moves forward with building a “jailscraper” in Chinatown, which residents have pushed back against for years, Morgan Gu reports.
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
So-Called “Intellectual Freedom Centers” Spread Right-Wing Ideologies on Campus
truthout.org
So-Called “Intellectual Freedom Centers” Spread Right-Wing Ideologies on Campus
twp.ai
January 28, 2026 at 9:07 PM
So-Called “Intellectual Freedom Centers” Spread Right-Wing Ideologies on Campus
For about a year, I've been digging into the growing number of right-wing funded civic centers teaching "informed patriotism" and "Western civilization" at public universities. Today, @prismreports.org published my investigation. Big thanks to my editor @tinavasquez.bsky.social & the Prism team.
What's behind the right-wing plot to set up taxpayer-funded ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities?
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
Right-wing plot to set up ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities
UNC-Chapel Hill and the University of Florida are part of the effort to push conservative ideology on college students in the guise of civics education
prismreports.org
January 28, 2026 at 12:19 AM
For about a year, I've been digging into the growing number of right-wing funded civic centers teaching "informed patriotism" and "Western civilization" at public universities. Today, @prismreports.org published my investigation. Big thanks to my editor @tinavasquez.bsky.social & the Prism team.
hell freaking yeah! congrats @juliametraux.bsky.social
Please join us in welcoming Julia Métraux to the #JAWS Board of Directors!
JAWS Welcomes Julia Métraux to Board of Directors — JAWS
GRANDVILLE, Mich. (Jan. 26, 2026) - Journalism & Women Symposium (JAWS) is pleased to welcome Julia Métraux to the 2026 Board of Directors to fill a seat vacated earlier in the month. Julia...
www.jaws.org
January 28, 2026 at 12:08 AM
hell freaking yeah! congrats @juliametraux.bsky.social
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😁
Please join us in welcoming Julia Métraux to the #JAWS Board of Directors!
JAWS Welcomes Julia Métraux to Board of Directors — JAWS
GRANDVILLE, Mich. (Jan. 26, 2026) - Journalism & Women Symposium (JAWS) is pleased to welcome Julia Métraux to the 2026 Board of Directors to fill a seat vacated earlier in the month. Julia...
www.jaws.org
January 27, 2026 at 5:47 PM
😁
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
What's behind the right-wing plot to set up taxpayer-funded ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities?
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
Right-wing plot to set up ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities
UNC-Chapel Hill and the University of Florida are part of the effort to push conservative ideology on college students in the guise of civics education
prismreports.org
January 27, 2026 at 10:33 PM
What's behind the right-wing plot to set up taxpayer-funded ‘intellectual freedom centers’ at public universities?
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life & Leadership & the University of Florida’s Hamilton School are part of the effort to push conservative ideology, @shayssen.bsky.social reports.
Reposted by Sophie Hayssen
I wonder whether rare disease organizations will start speaking up. Some disability orgs definitely have. www.wfaa.com/article/news...
Disabled son of ICE detainee dies after 30 days of hospitalization
It had been months since Wael Tarabishi seen his father. The family is calling on ICE to release Maher Tarabishi so he may attend his son's funeral.
www.wfaa.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:14 AM
I wonder whether rare disease organizations will start speaking up. Some disability orgs definitely have. www.wfaa.com/article/news...
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Today, @motherjones.com got a donation from me specifically because the work of reporter @juliametraux.bsky.social.
Disability coverage by disabled folks is crucial.
Each donation (admittedly small though it is) has come after another piece covered by Julia Métraux.
#disability #pwME #press
Disability coverage by disabled folks is crucial.
Each donation (admittedly small though it is) has come after another piece covered by Julia Métraux.
#disability #pwME #press
December 30, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Today, @motherjones.com got a donation from me specifically because the work of reporter @juliametraux.bsky.social.
Disability coverage by disabled folks is crucial.
Each donation (admittedly small though it is) has come after another piece covered by Julia Métraux.
#disability #pwME #press
Disability coverage by disabled folks is crucial.
Each donation (admittedly small though it is) has come after another piece covered by Julia Métraux.
#disability #pwME #press
Henry is one of the most thoughtful, compassionate and dedicated people I’ve worked with. Hire him!
& that is a wrap on fellowship no.2 with @motherjones.com !! I am so grateful for the now 2+ years I got to contribute to MoJo!
This round I produced and edited videos that garnered millions of views, grew our socials, helped launched @climatedesk.org 's weekly newsletter, and reported a lot.
This round I produced and edited videos that garnered millions of views, grew our socials, helped launched @climatedesk.org 's weekly newsletter, and reported a lot.
December 30, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Henry is one of the most thoughtful, compassionate and dedicated people I’ve worked with. Hire him!
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Condé Nast finally achieved its dream of wrecking Teen Vogue and killing its politics section.
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
Teen Vogue Is Folding Into Vogue.com
According to Condé Nast’s announcement, the outlet will keep its “unique editorial identity and mission.”
www.thecut.com
November 3, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Condé Nast finally achieved its dream of wrecking Teen Vogue and killing its politics section.
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
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The nominee to lead DHS’s intel arm (I&A) says officers may use fake identities to enter private chats. His comfort with this type of covert entry should alarm Congress before it votes, warns @sreynolds.bsky.social.
www.justsecurity.org/116094/dhs-i...
www.justsecurity.org/116094/dhs-i...
Incoming DHS Intelligence Lead Promotes Unlawful Activities
The public, Congress, and the media should insist that the DHS's domestic intelligence practices be sunset, rather than expanded.
www.justsecurity.org
July 3, 2025 at 2:47 PM
The nominee to lead DHS’s intel arm (I&A) says officers may use fake identities to enter private chats. His comfort with this type of covert entry should alarm Congress before it votes, warns @sreynolds.bsky.social.
www.justsecurity.org/116094/dhs-i...
www.justsecurity.org/116094/dhs-i...
So excited to share that the package @katieherchenroeder.bsky.social and I fact checked for @motherjones.com is listed a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize 😆
May 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
So excited to share that the package @katieherchenroeder.bsky.social and I fact checked for @motherjones.com is listed a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize 😆
My latest for @teenvogue.com. It was a joy to write and a nice reminder of the power we all have to advocate within our communities. Thank you to my editor @allegrak.bsky.social for making this story possible.
For years, students hosted tours that cover some darker aspects of UVA's history, like the Unite the Right rally + how enslaved workers built the institution
After backlash from a conservative alumni group, the school ended the student group's special status
www.teenvogue.com/story/uva-hi...
After backlash from a conservative alumni group, the school ended the student group's special status
www.teenvogue.com/story/uva-hi...
UVA Tried To Shut Down Its Historical Tours Discussing Slavery. These Students Resisted.
A conservative alumni group took issue with the discussion of difficult parts of UVA’s history.
www.teenvogue.com
May 6, 2025 at 4:34 PM
My latest for @teenvogue.com. It was a joy to write and a nice reminder of the power we all have to advocate within our communities. Thank you to my editor @allegrak.bsky.social for making this story possible.
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Friends, I know you're excited to try protesting, but under no circumstances should you ever sign up to attend one. I'm suspicious of any org asking people to put their name on a list that is easily accessible via warrant or may even be public. You can just show up day of.
April 4, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Friends, I know you're excited to try protesting, but under no circumstances should you ever sign up to attend one. I'm suspicious of any org asking people to put their name on a list that is easily accessible via warrant or may even be public. You can just show up day of.
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Wisconsin! Judge Susan Crawford will work to protect your rights and freedoms. So get out there and vote today by 8pm. You can find your polling place at wisdems.org/vote.
If you have any questions about voting, call or text the Voter Assistance Hotline at 608-336-3232.
If you have any questions about voting, call or text the Voter Assistance Hotline at 608-336-3232.
Find Your Voting Locations | WISDEMS Voter Protection Team
This searchable map shows you early voting and dropbox info for hundreds of villages, towns, and cities across Wisconsin. Enter the address you're registered at and your options will pop up!
wisdems.org
April 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Wisconsin! Judge Susan Crawford will work to protect your rights and freedoms. So get out there and vote today by 8pm. You can find your polling place at wisdems.org/vote.
If you have any questions about voting, call or text the Voter Assistance Hotline at 608-336-3232.
If you have any questions about voting, call or text the Voter Assistance Hotline at 608-336-3232.