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“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.
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Bob Jackson @bobjackson.bsky.social · Nov 13
“The modern conservative is engaged in one of man's oldest exercises in moral philosophy; that is, the search for a superior moral justification for selfishness.” ― John Kenneth Galbraith
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“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.

#MLK
January 20, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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Global Temperature Anomalies from 1880 to 2024

Earth’s average surface temperature in 2024 was the warmest on record, according to an analysis led by NASA scientists.

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#climatechange
NASA Scientific Visualization Studio | Global Temperature Anomalies from 1880 to 2024
This color-coded map in Robinson projection displays a progression of changing global surface temperature anomalies. Normal temperatures are shown in white. Higher than normal temperatures are shown i...
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January 16, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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2025 Los Angeles Fires

Resources for Californians Impacted by Los Angeles Fires

www.ca.gov/LAfires/

#LosAngelesFires
2025 Los Angeles Fires | CA.gov
Resources for Californians Impacted by 2025 Early January Los Angeles County Fires.
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January 13, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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Republicans have posted their priority programs to slash.

Biggest item?

Medicaid

It's likely the success or failure of Trump will hinge on the Medicaid fight.

I want to talk a little bit about why Medicaid is so important, so everyone can be prepared to fight 🧵

www.politico.com/f/?id=000001...
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January 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Anti-Indian Hate on X: How the Platform Amplifies Racism and Xenophobia

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Anti-Indian Hate on X: How the Platform Amplifies Racism and Xenophobia
This report highlights a surge in anti-Indian racism and xenophobia on X (formerly Twitter), sparked by the appointment of Indian-origin technologist Sriram Krishnan by the Trump administration and Vi...
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January 10, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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Jimmy Carter funeral LIVE: Former president honored in Washington, D.C.

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#JimmyCarter #PresidentCarter
Jimmy Carter funeral LIVE: Former president honored in Washington, D.C.
YouTube video by Associated Press
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January 9, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Fact check: Why is Trump blaming the LA fires on Newsom’s water policies?

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Fact check: Why is Trump blaming the LA fires on Newsom's water policies?
Fires in Los Angeles County ignited because of fierce winds and extremely dry conditions. President-elect Donald Trump blamed California water policies for the blazes.
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January 9, 2025 at 8:59 AM
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Unsolved Homicide: Jessica Mitchell

A blog about the unsolved murder of Jessica Mitchell in San Antonio, Texas.

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January 3, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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How to Help: Attack in New Orleans

A verified, powerful, and trusted way to help people in crisis.

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#NewOrleans
How to Help: Attack in New Orleans
You can donate to verified fundraisers on this page for the people and families affected by the New Orleans attack
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January 2, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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ATTENTION:

The Greater New Orleans Foundation is collecting donations at the request of Mayor Latoya Cantrell for victims and their families of the New Orleans New Year’s Day Tragedy

You can click here to donate: #NewOrleansAttack #NewOrleans 2014givenow.kimbia.com/nola-newyear...
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January 1, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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FBI: Seeking Information on New Orleans Bourbon Street Attack

We are seeking photos and video footage of the event leading up to, the actual crash, and the events immediately following.

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#NewOrleans
FBI — Seeking Information on New Orleans Bourbon Street Attack
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January 1, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Happy New Year!

Technotronic - Pump Up The Jam (Official Music Video)

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#NewYear #HappyNewYear
Technotronic - Pump Up The Jam (Official Music Video)
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January 1, 2025 at 6:02 AM
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Health Care as a Human Right - Medicare For All

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Medicare for All | Bernie Sanders Official Website
We say to the private health insurance companies: whether you like it or not, the United States will join every other major country on earth and guarantee healthcare to all people as a right. All Amer...
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January 1, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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What experts see in the ‘shocking & disturbing’ video of #NewYork #RobertBrooks fatal beating in #prison The #Officers basically Punched & Kicked him in the Groin Face & Chest until he was Dead all while he was handcuffed www.cnn.com/2024/12/30/u...
What experts see in the ‘shocking and disturbing’ video of New York man’s fatal beating in prison | CNN
Body camera footage documenting the fatal beating of Robert Brooks at the hands of New York state correctional officers has triggered an outpouring of rage and condemnations – and analysis from expert...
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December 31, 2024 at 6:36 PM
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Office of the New York State Attorney General: Investigation into the death of Robert Brooks.

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#RobertBrooks
Investigation into the death of Robert Brooks
Investigation into the death of Robert Brooks Back to camera footage and release policy OSI is currently conducting an investigation into the death of Robert
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December 31, 2024 at 10:04 PM
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National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) Text "START" to 88788

Everyone deserves healthy relationships. When you're ready, we're here to listen.

www.thehotline.org

#DomesticViolence
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free...
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December 31, 2024 at 9:47 PM
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FBI reviewing Marcy prison beating death of Robert L. Brooks as charges considered

The N.Y. attorney general's office and U.S. Justice Department are reviewing evidence in Dec. 9 beating of Robert L. Brooks; he died hours later

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#RobertBrooks
FBI reviewing Marcy prison beating death of Robert L. Brooks as charges considered
The N.Y. attorney general's office and U.S. Justice Department are reviewing evidence in Dec. 9 beating of Robert L. Brooks; he died hours later.
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December 31, 2024 at 1:50 AM
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Today, we mourn the loss of a true American hero, President Jimmy Carter. A champion of human rights, urban renewal, and peace, his legacy will forever inspire.
December 29, 2024 at 10:31 PM
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James Earl Carter Jr.

1924-2024

39th President of the United States

www.jimmycartertribute.org

#JimmyCarter
Official Jimmy Carter Memorial Site | Remembering the 39th U.S. President
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December 30, 2024 at 3:20 AM
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Rest in peace, President Carter. 

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100
Dec. 29, 2024

www.cartercenter.org/news/pr/2024...

#JimmyCarter #PresidentCarter
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100
Jimmy Carter, 39th president of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died peacefully Sunday, Dec. 29, at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. He was 100, the l...
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December 29, 2024 at 10:04 PM
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Can we just admit that we NEED immigrants for our economy to run, from agriculture to high tech?

We’re a goddamn nation of immigrants, aren’t we? Let’s be proud of our immigrant heritage!
December 28, 2024 at 9:28 PM
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US homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many people

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US homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many people
Federal officials say the United States saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness, a dramatic rise driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing as well as devastating natural disasters and a surge of mig...
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December 28, 2024 at 9:33 AM
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988 Lifeline.

If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.

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Logic - 1-800-273-8255 ft. Alessia Cara & Khalid (Official Audio)

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Logic - 1-800-273-8255 ft. Alessia Cara & Khalid (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Visionary Music Group
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December 28, 2024 at 9:17 AM
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US nerve center to combat China and Russia global propaganda shut down by GOP opposition

The State Department's Global Engagement Center called out Moscow and Beijing for disinformation efforts. But the pro-Trump GOP said it became politicized.

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US nerve center to combat China and Russia global propaganda shut down by GOP opposition
The center called out Moscow and Beijing for global disinformation efforts. But the pro-Trump GOP said it became politicized.
www.usatoday.com
December 28, 2024 at 7:26 AM
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I spoke with Ben Mueller @nytimes.com about the H5N1 sequences from the severely ill case in Louisiana.

The specific mutations don't concern me as much as the increase in human cases around the country coupled with a surge in seasonal flu. Short thread on why 👇
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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/27/health/bird-flu-mutations-louisiana.html?unlocked_article_code=1.kk4.huVX.HHl0mEgquwZE&smid=url-share
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December 27, 2024 at 11:54 PM