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aka houselessness.
Text: Everyone deserves a bathroom. Image: comic pop style art with fair-skinned person with shoulder length dark blonde hair pointing at blurb with text. Blue background with yellow attributes. Though the Earth's population is high, we actually have enough resources to feed, clothe, and house everybody. The problem isn't how many people we have, but how we are allocating our resources. Text: Hosting is a human right. Image: Light pink background with illustrated green/blue hermit crab w/mostly pink shell. Image of black & white stamp on wooden post outside with black text reading if you don't want to see people on the street house them in all caps.
September 22, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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Author of Towers Falling Jewell Parker Rhodes read by Miles Harvey * Unabridged Ghost Boys Red background with stoplight silhouettes and at the bottom - an illustrated image of a boy with a dark complexion from the eyes up with 2 smaller (of the same) more transparent on either side and looking up
September 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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Eainbow paint smudged background when they call you a terrorist a black lives matter memoir patrice khan-cullors and asha bandele with a forward by angela davis
September 19, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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Audiobook cover with off white background and feminine back silhouette outline with sections (chuck, rib, loin, round) wearing a country hat. Round orange circle with text: Carol J. Adams The sexual politics of meat A feminist-vegetarian critical theory Additional text Bloomsbury revelations in top right corner, Bloomsbury on the bottom
September 19, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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The Humane Gardener Nurturing a backyard habitat for wildlife Nancy Lawson Yellow background with a border of dark green foliage, a hummingbird, a bunny, with butterflies in the middle.
August 21, 2025 at 12:06 AM
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LEGAL RIGHTS SALISH SEA WHAT RIGHTS DO THEY HAVE NOW? No legal right to life Not considered a party or stakeholder in policy decisions that may affect their health and life Protected without rights SOUTHERN RESIDENT ORCAS There are fewer than 75 remaining = human interests outweigh the orcas' right to life WHAT WOULD RECOGNIZING THE INHERENT RIGHTS OF THE ORCAS MEAN? Enable the defense of the orcas in court Giving them the same basic rights as people WHAT RIGHTS SHOULD THEY HAVE? • Life • Autonomy Free and safe passage •Adequate food supply from naturally Representation in decisions that affect their health and the health of the Salish Sea Occurring sources Freedom from considerations causing physical, emotional or mental harm, including a habitat degraded by noise, pollution and contamination. Recognizing the inherent rights of the Southern Resident Orcas shows that we value them as living beings and respect the sacred relationships we have with them. Photo of Shachi by Jill Hein
July 30, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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The New York Times bestseller The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Doctors took her cells without asking. Those cells never died. They launched a medical revolution and multimillion-dollar industry. More than 20 years later, her children found out. Their lives would never be the same. Rebecca Skloot Image includes a b&w photo of Henrietta Lacks standing with her hands on her hips with a red/orange/pink background.
July 11, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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 Fireworks explode like magnified gunfire in the exquisitely sensitive ears of all creatures. Bees become so disoriented they don't go back to their hives Birds have panic attacks at night, causing mass deaths Wild animals raising babies abandon their dens in fear Fish & other animals perish after ingesting firework debris Companion animals have anxiety & panic attacks Humans have PTSD #Silent Fireworks THE FOREVER DOG  FIREWORKS & YOUR PETS Bonfire Night can be a very distressing time for your pet. With the likelihood of fireworks being set off in your area, it is important to prepare as much as possible to provide a calm and relaxed environment for your pet on the night. Animals can become easily startled by sudden loud noises and flashes, so making sure that they are microchipped or wearing an ID tag gives you a better chance of being reunited should they escape. Whether you have a dog, cat, horse or smaller pet, these tips will provide you with all the information you need to know about keeping your pet at ease on Bonfire Night. HORSE O Ensure that fireworks are not set off near your horse's field or stable. O Let neighbours and event organisers know that there will be horses close by. Try and keep your horses in their normal environment, whether it is a stable or a field, to keep them in their normal routine. If they have a companion, it is best to keep them together. น CATE Keep your cat indoors with windows, doors and cat flap shut and secured so they can't escape if spooked. 2 O Give your horse plenty of hay to keep them occupied. O Remain calm and relaxed around your horse to keep them at ease. Do not risk riding your horse while fireworks are being set off. Try to keep your horse calm but remain a safe distance from your horse; a spooked horse can be dangerous. Ensure you, or someone experienced is present with your horse when fireworks are being set off. Have a fire procedure in place if there are any bonfires nearby. O In the morning check your field for any stray fireworks. O Draw the curtains so your cat isn't startled by any sudden flashes. DOG O Try to walk your dog in daylight hours before the fireworks start. O Keep them indoors with dog flap or gate shut. If your dog needs to go to the toilet later on in the evening, go out with them to help them feel more secure. O Draw the curtains so your dog isn't startled by any…
June 28, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Some people don't trust either.
3-paned lion king scene 1) Mufasa and Simba facing the sunset "Every Kingdom the light touches has access to a credit union." 2) Simba " But what's that shadowy place over there?" 3) Mufasa and Simba in front of a blue sky "Those are the banks."
June 17, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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Dog behavior modern science and our canine companions James C. Ha Tracy L. Campion Image of large breed dog outside with a blue sky
May 30, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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New York Times Best Seller The New Jim Crow Mass incarceration in the age of colorblindness Michelle Alexander with a new forward by Cornel West
May 30, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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Preschool+
Children's book cover LOVELY JESS HONG Blue background with clouds 5 people representing different appearances, cultures, ages, sizes, and styles.
May 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Crying in H Mart Michelle Zauner A Memoir Image red background with set of chopsticks on either side holding noodles
May 17, 2025 at 4:23 AM
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 WHY SAVE PBS? LESS THAN 1% OF AMERICANS HAVE TAKEN AN ASTRONOMY COURSE 3 MILLION PEOPLE TRAVEL THE WONDERS OF THE UNIVERSE EACH WEEK WITH NOVA ON PBS THE AMERICAN PUBLIC HAS NAMED PBS THE MOST TRUSTED PUBLIC INSTITUTION FOR CONSECUTIVE YEARS LAST YEAR, PBS OFFERED MORE THAN 500 HOURS OF ARTS AND CULTURAL PROGRAMMING WATCHED BY MORE THAN 94,000,000 PEOPLE SESAME STREET CHILDREN WHO WATCHED SESAME STREET IN PRE-SCHOOL SPEND MORE TIME READING FOR FUN IN HIGH SCHOOL AND OBTAIN HIGHER GRADES IN ENGLISH, MATH, AND SCIENCE (A+ PBS IS THE #1 SOURCE OF MEDIA CONTENT FOR PRE-SCHOOL TEACHERS BO FOR EVERY 1 DOLLAR IN FEDERAL FUNDING INVESTED IN PBS MEMBER STATIONS, THEY RAISE 6 KIDS WHO PLAYED THE MARTHA SPEAKS 31% APP INCREASED THEIR VOCABULARY AS MUCH AS 31% IN TWO WEEKS IN 2003, PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH MADE AUSTIN CITY LIMITS THE ONLY TV SHOW EVER TO BE AWARDED THE NATIONAL MEDAL OF ARTS WHILE THE FEDERAL APPROPRIATION EQUALS ABOUT 15% OF THE SYSTEM'S REVENUE, THAT'S AN AGGREGATE NUMBER 360 STATIONS FOR MANY PBS STATIONS, INCLUDING THOSE THAT SERVE PEOPLE WHO MAY NEED IT MOST, THIS COUNTS FOR AS MUCH AS 40-50% 000 EACH MONTH 117 MILLION PEOPLE WATCH PBS & 20 MILLION PEOPLE EXPLORE ONLINE NON-COMMERCIAL, LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED COST PER PERSON PER YEAR PBS is America's largest classroom, the nation's largest stage for the arts and a trusted window to the world Be more PBS
May 10, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Cows don't make milk because they are cows... they make milk because they are MOTHERS. . @plantswillsaveus B&W drawing of a calf on grass being cleaned by mother cow.
March 24, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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WHAT I HAVE LEARNED ABOUT SISTERHOOD Fill your life with women who empower you, who help you believe in your magic, and help them believe in their own exceptional power and incredible magic too. Women who believe in each other can survive anything. Women who believe in each other create armies that will win kingdoms and wars. Remember always, the only people who can save us are each other, the only people who can love us are ourselves. Nikita Gill WOMEN'S ANTHEM Women are fierce. They are powerful. No matter what language they speak, how they dress or the work they choose to do. What matters is they have a choice, and the freedom to carve out a life for themselves. As long as we know women, who are strong and resilient, we must respect them, carry them forward, lift them up. For they are the product of all our other selves, the women we were, the ones we strive to be, the collective struggle of our mothers, our sisters, our daughters. Our salvation will only come if we stand together. -LANG LEAV Free Palestine Free Congo Free Sudan @mamamuralista Text is above each countries flag held up by a mother sihouette, each with a baby. NONE OF US ARE FREE UNTIL WE ARE ALL FREE 6 humans representing intersectional feminism holding a rainbow banner with logos as follows - anarchy wheelchair, BLM fist, transgender symbol/flag, lesbian/wlw symbol, pink and black anarchy symbol. Artist unknown
March 9, 2025 at 3:59 AM
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March 8, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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I'm going to post these in a couple places. I'm sure instructions would help and meetings held by the tech saavy.
Do you want to BUY NOTHING and get EVERYTHING?! Buy Nothing offers people a way to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through a worldwide gift economy network in which the true wealth is the web of connections formed between people. We believe that communities are more resilient, Buy Nothing sustainable, equitable, and joyful when they have functional gift economies. GIVE. ASK. GRATITUDE. There may be neighbors in your community that are looking to share with you, so download the FREE mobile app today. All are welcome! Download on the App Store GET IT ON Google Play www.buynothingproject.org Courtesy of David Baker GIVE ASK GRATITUDE BUY NOTHING PROJECT Meet your neighbors, build friendships, strengthen your community, reduce your carbon footprint, and participate in the joy of giving and receiving gifts. Download the app on iOS/Android to join your local gifting economy today! Scan the QR code to find out more at buynothingproject.org Courtesy of Amber Neff Buy Nothing Project Give. Ask. Gratitude. Meet your neighbors, build friendships, strengthen your community, reduce your carbon footprint, and participate in the joy of giving and receiving gifts. Download the app on iOS/Android to join your local gifting economy today! Scan the QR code to find out more at buynothingproject.org Courtesy of Amber Neff
March 8, 2025 at 4:26 AM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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BLEED Destroying myths and misogyny in endometriosis care Tracy Lindeman Read by Courtney Patterson
March 2, 2025 at 5:26 AM
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February 28th is #rarediseaseday
Neutropenia Facts What Is Neutropenia? Neutropenia is a very rare blood condition that causes a reduced number or complete lack of neutrophils. Neutrophils are a type of blood cell that defends the body against bacterial infections. 38 101.3F/38.5C Any fever at this or above must seek medical attention The lower the neutrophil count the greater the risk of infection. Severe Neutropenia is at risk for severe to life threatening infection 1991 Filgrastim approved for medical treatment. Still only Rx treatment available * All routine immunizations and good mouth care are highly recommended Most infections in neutropenic patients come from their own bacteria No Known Cure Types: Congenital Autoimmune Cyclic Idiopathic Associated Rare Diseases: Cohen's Syndrom Fanconi's Anemi SDS Barth Syndrome
March 2, 2025 at 5:23 AM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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How we can reject self blame culture and reclaim our power Unlearning Shame Devon Price PhD author of unmasking autism Yellow background with white being authors name
February 24, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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If "violent" means acting in ways that result in hurt or harm, then much of how we communicate could indeed be called "violent" communication. Non-violent Communication A language of life Empathy Collaboration Authenticity Freedom 3rd edition Words and the way we think matters. Find common ground with anyone, anywhere, at any time, both personally and professionally. Marshall B Rosenberg PhD forward by Deepak Chopra Endorsed by Satya Nadella Arun Gandhi Tony Robbins mar Ann Williamson John Gray Jack can't feel Doctor Thomas Gordon and others.
February 23, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

4/20 💙📚 #ya
Stuck in Neutral Terry Trueman In italics: My name is Shawn Mcdaniel. I'm 14 years old. I think my father is trying to kill me. Scholastic
February 21, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews.

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#neurodivergent #spd
Making Sense A Guide to Sensory Issues Rachel S. Schneider M.A. M.H.C. Foreword by Sharon Heller Blue background with outline of stars and human sitting on the earth with a ? above their head.
February 20, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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"Never be deceived that the rich will allow you to vote away their wealth." Lucy Parsons
February 20, 2025 at 3:53 PM