Sheila Packa
@sheilapacka.com
Writer & teacher. Poet. Loves eco-writing, libraries, rivers, wilderness, archives, and languages. Books include Surface Displacements, Night Train Red Dust: Poems of the Iron Range, Cloud Birds, Echo & Lightning, & Mother Tongue. https://sheilapacka.com/
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ICE taunts and uses pepper spray at Roosevelt High School later on the same the day that ICE agent Ross killed Renee Nicole Good. www.startribune.com/what-happene...
What happened when Border Patrol agents showed up at Minneapolis’ Roosevelt High School
The confrontation occurred a few miles and just hours after the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent.
www.startribune.com
January 10, 2026 at 5:03 PM
ICE taunts and uses pepper spray at Roosevelt High School later on the same the day that ICE agent Ross killed Renee Nicole Good. www.startribune.com/what-happene...
Beautiful prose poem by Victoria Chang.
January 12, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Beautiful prose poem by Victoria Chang.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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"There’s a reason DHS and its counterparts keep getting humiliated in court when they pretend to be victims," @adamrose.bsky.social told @san.com.
"They’re losing in front of juries, judges are calling them not credible."
"They’re losing in front of juries, judges are calling them not credible."
Filming ICE agents is a First Amendment right. So why might it land you in jail?
ProPublica tracked at least 130 Americans who’ve been arrested for allegedly interfering with and filming agents.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:10 PM
"There’s a reason DHS and its counterparts keep getting humiliated in court when they pretend to be victims," @adamrose.bsky.social told @san.com.
"They’re losing in front of juries, judges are calling them not credible."
"They’re losing in front of juries, judges are calling them not credible."
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It's no longer left versus right or even Democrat versus Republican.
It’s now democracy versus oligarchy. Freedom versus dictatorship. Right versus wrong.
People are awakening to this new reality — and they're speaking up.
The sleeping giant of America is roaring.
It’s now democracy versus oligarchy. Freedom versus dictatorship. Right versus wrong.
People are awakening to this new reality — and they're speaking up.
The sleeping giant of America is roaring.
January 12, 2026 at 6:23 PM
It's no longer left versus right or even Democrat versus Republican.
It’s now democracy versus oligarchy. Freedom versus dictatorship. Right versus wrong.
People are awakening to this new reality — and they're speaking up.
The sleeping giant of America is roaring.
It’s now democracy versus oligarchy. Freedom versus dictatorship. Right versus wrong.
People are awakening to this new reality — and they're speaking up.
The sleeping giant of America is roaring.
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America is now at the heavily armed secret police doing warrantless door-to-door house raids in search of undesirable ethnicities and/or political dissenters stage. The difference from well known historical cases is down to scale.
A video of ICE agents conducting door-to-door searches today in Minneapolis
The homeowner requests a warrant repeatedly, is told they don't require one, then is told they're getting it, then the agents storm in anyway
They also point a taser at her to try and disrupt filming
The homeowner requests a warrant repeatedly, is told they don't require one, then is told they're getting it, then the agents storm in anyway
They also point a taser at her to try and disrupt filming
January 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM
America is now at the heavily armed secret police doing warrantless door-to-door house raids in search of undesirable ethnicities and/or political dissenters stage. The difference from well known historical cases is down to scale.
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Protests have taken place nationwide following the shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, January 7. Tens of thousands took to the street in Minneapolis on Saturday, while other rallies and protests were held in multiple other cities.
January 12, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Protests have taken place nationwide following the shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, January 7. Tens of thousands took to the street in Minneapolis on Saturday, while other rallies and protests were held in multiple other cities.
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Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth have tried to silence me for speaking out.
Today, I’m fighting back because this isn’t just about me. This is about the rights of all retired veterans and all Americans, and I’m not going to let this Administration take those away.
Today, I’m fighting back because this isn’t just about me. This is about the rights of all retired veterans and all Americans, and I’m not going to let this Administration take those away.
January 12, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth have tried to silence me for speaking out.
Today, I’m fighting back because this isn’t just about me. This is about the rights of all retired veterans and all Americans, and I’m not going to let this Administration take those away.
Today, I’m fighting back because this isn’t just about me. This is about the rights of all retired veterans and all Americans, and I’m not going to let this Administration take those away.
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The judge ordered the restoration of nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the identification of disabilities in children.
A judge orders HHS to restore children's health funding as a lawsuit continues
The judge ordered the restoration of nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the identification of disabilities in children.
n.pr
January 12, 2026 at 8:18 PM
The judge ordered the restoration of nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the identification of disabilities in children.
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It already exists in the House. It’s called the No Secret Police Act. It was written by Rep. Dan Goldman who has also been working on legislation to strip ICE agents of qualified immunity. 0 Republicans are cosponsoring it.
www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
thehill.com/homenews/hou...
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January 12, 2026 at 8:43 PM
It already exists in the House. It’s called the No Secret Police Act. It was written by Rep. Dan Goldman who has also been working on legislation to strip ICE agents of qualified immunity. 0 Republicans are cosponsoring it.
www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
thehill.com/homenews/hou...
www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
thehill.com/homenews/hou...
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"The veteran said he saw volunteering as an ICE observer as another way of serving his country.
'It’s the most American thing to do: not to be scared of people trying to scare you...
This is a pivotal moment we’ll be asked about by our kids, "Where were you?"
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
'It’s the most American thing to do: not to be scared of people trying to scare you...
This is a pivotal moment we’ll be asked about by our kids, "Where were you?"
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
They say they’re monitoring ICE arrests. Feds say they’re breaking the law.
The fatal shooting of Renée Good last week, as ICE officers and residents faced off on a Minneapolis street here, has brought new attention to ICE monitoring.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:12 PM
"The veteran said he saw volunteering as an ICE observer as another way of serving his country.
'It’s the most American thing to do: not to be scared of people trying to scare you...
This is a pivotal moment we’ll be asked about by our kids, "Where were you?"
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
'It’s the most American thing to do: not to be scared of people trying to scare you...
This is a pivotal moment we’ll be asked about by our kids, "Where were you?"
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
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MN Lt Gov Peggy Flanagan details some more horrors ICE has inflicted on the state in last three days www.tiktok.com/t/ZThY9Vf8T/
I want to tell you about what's happening here in Minnesota.
TikTok video by Peggy Flanagan for Minnesota
www.tiktok.com
January 11, 2026 at 5:57 AM
MN Lt Gov Peggy Flanagan details some more horrors ICE has inflicted on the state in last three days www.tiktok.com/t/ZThY9Vf8T/
Send documentation to Wikipedia.
January 8, 2026 at 1:47 AM
Send documentation to Wikipedia.
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What happened in Minneapolis today is an inexcusable tragedy. My heart is with the victim's family and loved ones.
One thing is clear: ICE is out of control. We have to listen to local leaders warning that ICE is putting communities in danger.
ICE must leave Minneapolis now.
One thing is clear: ICE is out of control. We have to listen to local leaders warning that ICE is putting communities in danger.
ICE must leave Minneapolis now.
January 7, 2026 at 9:40 PM
What happened in Minneapolis today is an inexcusable tragedy. My heart is with the victim's family and loved ones.
One thing is clear: ICE is out of control. We have to listen to local leaders warning that ICE is putting communities in danger.
ICE must leave Minneapolis now.
One thing is clear: ICE is out of control. We have to listen to local leaders warning that ICE is putting communities in danger.
ICE must leave Minneapolis now.
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Trump can't even run America and now he wants to run Venezuela?
Join our emergency organizing call TONIGHT to find ways to mobilize to stop more endless war: MoveOn.org/NoWarfare
Join our emergency organizing call TONIGHT to find ways to mobilize to stop more endless war: MoveOn.org/NoWarfare
January 7, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Trump can't even run America and now he wants to run Venezuela?
Join our emergency organizing call TONIGHT to find ways to mobilize to stop more endless war: MoveOn.org/NoWarfare
Join our emergency organizing call TONIGHT to find ways to mobilize to stop more endless war: MoveOn.org/NoWarfare
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It was not "domestic terrorism.” It was state sanctioned violence.
A family will forever live with the pain caused by the admin's reckless and deadly actions.
Abolishing ICE is not enough. They must be held accountable.
A family will forever live with the pain caused by the admin's reckless and deadly actions.
Abolishing ICE is not enough. They must be held accountable.
Rep. Omar: Trump admin’s take on MN shooting is ‘delusional,’ ‘we’ve all seen the video’ | CNN
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar joins The Lead.
www.cnn.com
January 8, 2026 at 12:50 AM
It was not "domestic terrorism.” It was state sanctioned violence.
A family will forever live with the pain caused by the admin's reckless and deadly actions.
Abolishing ICE is not enough. They must be held accountable.
A family will forever live with the pain caused by the admin's reckless and deadly actions.
Abolishing ICE is not enough. They must be held accountable.
ICE has murdered Renee Nicole Good, mother of a 6 year old, who was not leading a protest nor attempting to run over ICE officers.
Full video also showing the shooter flee the scene. Saw most of this video on tonight's evening news and BBC Newsnight. #Minneapolis #ICE
www.instagram.com/reel/DTOLkko...
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January 8, 2026 at 1:32 AM
ICE has murdered Renee Nicole Good, mother of a 6 year old, who was not leading a protest nor attempting to run over ICE officers.
Banned Books Week highlights books that have been banned. Several important pieces of literature have been banned in the past. Learn what books they are, and then read them! Open your mind and let in understanding and empathy. www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/s...
St. Louis County Schools reportedly pulled books from library during Banned Book Week
The News Tribune investigated St. Louis County Schools' library policies following reports that the district had pulled books from the North Woods School in Cook in October 2025. A library assistant r...
www.duluthnewstribune.com
January 8, 2026 at 1:21 AM
Banned Books Week highlights books that have been banned. Several important pieces of literature have been banned in the past. Learn what books they are, and then read them! Open your mind and let in understanding and empathy. www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/s...
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January 6, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Women, like men, have the right to control their own body.
Abortions will remain legal in Wyoming. The state’s supreme court ruled Jan. 6 that two near-total abortion bans are unconstitutional. (via @wyomingpublicmedia.bsky.social)
Wyoming Supreme Court protects abortion access
The state’s highest court ruled that two near-total state abortion bans violate the constitution.
n.pr
January 6, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Women, like men, have the right to control their own body.
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Mobile Fortify, the #ICE facial app:
where it gets data, how it is being used on American streets, and DHS's plan to roll out a stripped down version to local police.
www.404media.co/ice-is-using...
www.404media.co/you-cant-ref...
www.404media.co/inside-ices-...
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where it gets data, how it is being used on American streets, and DHS's plan to roll out a stripped down version to local police.
www.404media.co/ice-is-using...
www.404media.co/you-cant-ref...
www.404media.co/inside-ices-...
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ICE Is Using a New Facial Recognition App to Identify People, Leaked Emails Show
The new tool, called Mobile Fortify, uses the CBP system which ordinarily takes photos of people when they enter or exit the U.S., according to internal ICE emails viewed by 404 Media. Now ICE is usin...
www.404media.co
January 6, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Mobile Fortify, the #ICE facial app:
where it gets data, how it is being used on American streets, and DHS's plan to roll out a stripped down version to local police.
www.404media.co/ice-is-using...
www.404media.co/you-cant-ref...
www.404media.co/inside-ices-...
www.404media.co/cbp-quietly-...
where it gets data, how it is being used on American streets, and DHS's plan to roll out a stripped down version to local police.
www.404media.co/ice-is-using...
www.404media.co/you-cant-ref...
www.404media.co/inside-ices-...
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IT’S ALL ABOUT THE MONEY
It’s not about what’s best for the Earth, the people & animals on the Earth, our climate or our environment. It’s all about the $$$.
Donald Trump promised 20 execs at Mar-a-Lago to increase drilling & reverse pollution rules if they donated $1 Billion to his campaign.
It’s not about what’s best for the Earth, the people & animals on the Earth, our climate or our environment. It’s all about the $$$.
Donald Trump promised 20 execs at Mar-a-Lago to increase drilling & reverse pollution rules if they donated $1 Billion to his campaign.
January 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE MONEY
It’s not about what’s best for the Earth, the people & animals on the Earth, our climate or our environment. It’s all about the $$$.
Donald Trump promised 20 execs at Mar-a-Lago to increase drilling & reverse pollution rules if they donated $1 Billion to his campaign.
It’s not about what’s best for the Earth, the people & animals on the Earth, our climate or our environment. It’s all about the $$$.
Donald Trump promised 20 execs at Mar-a-Lago to increase drilling & reverse pollution rules if they donated $1 Billion to his campaign.
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What do these companies have in common?
-Cigna
-Comcast
-General Mills
-Allstate
-Marriott
-Hilton
-Walmart
-Amazon
-Microsoft
-Meta
All promised after January 6, 2021 to stop funding lawmakers who tried to overturn the 2020 election.
And all have broken that promise.
-Cigna
-Comcast
-General Mills
-Allstate
-Marriott
-Hilton
-Walmart
-Amazon
-Microsoft
-Meta
All promised after January 6, 2021 to stop funding lawmakers who tried to overturn the 2020 election.
And all have broken that promise.
January 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM
What do these companies have in common?
-Cigna
-Comcast
-General Mills
-Allstate
-Marriott
-Hilton
-Walmart
-Amazon
-Microsoft
-Meta
All promised after January 6, 2021 to stop funding lawmakers who tried to overturn the 2020 election.
And all have broken that promise.
-Cigna
-Comcast
-General Mills
-Allstate
-Marriott
-Hilton
-Walmart
-Amazon
-Microsoft
-Meta
All promised after January 6, 2021 to stop funding lawmakers who tried to overturn the 2020 election.
And all have broken that promise.
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More than half of Minnesota's power comes from wind, solar, nuclear, and other non-fossil fuel sources. But the road to 100% carbon-free electricity in 2040 is rocky, especially as energy demand rises. minnesotareformer.com/2026/01/05/m...
Minnesota doesn't have an easy path to 100% carbon-free electricity • Minnesota Reformer
Minnesota already gets more than half of its electricity from wind, solar, nuclear and other resources that don’t emit planet-warming carbon dioxide or air pollutants that harm human health. Power pla...
minnesotareformer.com
January 5, 2026 at 2:50 PM
More than half of Minnesota's power comes from wind, solar, nuclear, and other non-fossil fuel sources. But the road to 100% carbon-free electricity in 2040 is rocky, especially as energy demand rises. minnesotareformer.com/2026/01/05/m...