A. J. Lee
@byajlee.myatproto.social
Korean American, near Chicago
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Considering they regulated masks this isn’t an absurd statement.
They’re going to regulate whistles before guns aren’t they?
November 18, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Considering they regulated masks this isn’t an absurd statement.
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Noem is mad about the whistles. Good job everyone.
November 18, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Noem is mad about the whistles. Good job everyone.
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icarus, literally
A #Skydiver Appears to Fall from the #Sun in a Stunning Image
#photography #Icarus Credit: Andrew McCarthy
Link for more: www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/11/andr...
#photography #Icarus Credit: Andrew McCarthy
Link for more: www.thisiscolossal.com/2025/11/andr...
November 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
icarus, literally
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One of the many things I love about my fellow Chicagoans. Also, we often let the elders who weren’t first in line board first anyway.
I totally forgot that Chicagoans outside of the Loop will, when approaching a bus stop, mentally note the order of who got there when, and then patiently wait in line in the rain once the bus arrives so everyone can board in arrival order.
November 18, 2025 at 8:06 PM
One of the many things I love about my fellow Chicagoans. Also, we often let the elders who weren’t first in line board first anyway.
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Deeply bone tired of all the wickedness.
But working with @bkindivisible.bsky.social and @nywfp.bsky.social and @handsoffnyc.bsky.social, among many other fantastic groups in NYC, keeps me going.
Action absorbs anxiety, folks. And community beats fascism.
blacksky.community/profile/did:...
But working with @bkindivisible.bsky.social and @nywfp.bsky.social and @handsoffnyc.bsky.social, among many other fantastic groups in NYC, keeps me going.
Action absorbs anxiety, folks. And community beats fascism.
blacksky.community/profile/did:...
One of the most TRUE signs I have ever seen at a march. Write this down and act upon it, friends.
#NoKings #Manhattan
#NoKings #Manhattan
November 18, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Deeply bone tired of all the wickedness.
But working with @bkindivisible.bsky.social and @nywfp.bsky.social and @handsoffnyc.bsky.social, among many other fantastic groups in NYC, keeps me going.
Action absorbs anxiety, folks. And community beats fascism.
blacksky.community/profile/did:...
But working with @bkindivisible.bsky.social and @nywfp.bsky.social and @handsoffnyc.bsky.social, among many other fantastic groups in NYC, keeps me going.
Action absorbs anxiety, folks. And community beats fascism.
blacksky.community/profile/did:...
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Things fall apart and the center cannot hold when billionaires use all of their influence to push for a culture, a government, and an economy that regularly bestow the highest rewards on literally the worst people in the world.
November 18, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Things fall apart and the center cannot hold when billionaires use all of their influence to push for a culture, a government, and an economy that regularly bestow the highest rewards on literally the worst people in the world.
Just found out my friend has a surgery date for her kidney transplant. 😭
I have a relative who had a transplant, and I know the feeling of waiting for this. A relief for my friend and now anticipation. Sending her all the goodness and support in the world.
I have a relative who had a transplant, and I know the feeling of waiting for this. A relief for my friend and now anticipation. Sending her all the goodness and support in the world.
November 18, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Just found out my friend has a surgery date for her kidney transplant. 😭
I have a relative who had a transplant, and I know the feeling of waiting for this. A relief for my friend and now anticipation. Sending her all the goodness and support in the world.
I have a relative who had a transplant, and I know the feeling of waiting for this. A relief for my friend and now anticipation. Sending her all the goodness and support in the world.
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As someone in residential construction in Charlotte I can testify that the neighborhoods are empty. No one is working. They are saying they won't be back until border patrol is gone. Not like we are already struggling with unaffordable housing.
November 18, 2025 at 6:39 PM
As someone in residential construction in Charlotte I can testify that the neighborhoods are empty. No one is working. They are saying they won't be back until border patrol is gone. Not like we are already struggling with unaffordable housing.
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Over 20,000 students stayed home from school Monday in Charlotte amid ICE raids, representing 15% of enrollment
The district is nearly one-third Hispanic, per WBTV
www.wbtv.com/2025/11/18/n...
The district is nearly one-third Hispanic, per WBTV
www.wbtv.com/2025/11/18/n...
Nearly 21,000 Charlotte-Mecklenburg students absent from school on Monday, officials say
Officials did not make it clear if the absences were connected to the on-going immigration operation in the city.
www.wbtv.com
November 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Over 20,000 students stayed home from school Monday in Charlotte amid ICE raids, representing 15% of enrollment
The district is nearly one-third Hispanic, per WBTV
www.wbtv.com/2025/11/18/n...
The district is nearly one-third Hispanic, per WBTV
www.wbtv.com/2025/11/18/n...
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The federal blitz moved to Charlotte, but the trauma and damage in Chicago are still with us—and DHS says 1,000 agents will hit our streets in March. I wrote about what this moment demands of us: care, clarity, and preparation.
What Now, Chicago? Regrouping After Midway Blitz
Let’s make this a winter of fortification, of learning, and bonding together like the winter snow that federal agents are so afraid of.
organizingmythoughts.org
November 17, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The federal blitz moved to Charlotte, but the trauma and damage in Chicago are still with us—and DHS says 1,000 agents will hit our streets in March. I wrote about what this moment demands of us: care, clarity, and preparation.
Chicago in the distance (taken a few nights ago)... Good night.
November 17, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Chicago in the distance (taken a few nights ago)... Good night.
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I actually think it's funny they used "Operation Charlotte's Web."
The smart female protecting her home wins.
It's about solidarity.
The vicious murderers are thwarted by creativity.
Are none of these goons literate, even at a third grade level?
The smart female protecting her home wins.
It's about solidarity.
The vicious murderers are thwarted by creativity.
Are none of these goons literate, even at a third grade level?
Charlotte arrests rising, protesters detained in Border Patrol Day 2. Department of Homeland Security said it’s “surging resources” for “Operation Charlotte’s Web.” Border Patrol says 81 people arrested Saturday. (Via Desiree Mathurin & Mary Ramsey) www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a... #ncpol
Live updates: Charlotte arrests rising, protesters detained in Border Patrol Day 2
Homeland Security said it was “surging resources” for “Operation Charlotte’s Web” but didn’t say how long agents would remain in Charlotte.
www.charlotteobserver.com
November 16, 2025 at 11:43 PM
I actually think it's funny they used "Operation Charlotte's Web."
The smart female protecting her home wins.
It's about solidarity.
The vicious murderers are thwarted by creativity.
Are none of these goons literate, even at a third grade level?
The smart female protecting her home wins.
It's about solidarity.
The vicious murderers are thwarted by creativity.
Are none of these goons literate, even at a third grade level?
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I didn't have to meet Jeffrey Epstein to be a victim. I was 15.
This issue won't die because these survivors, and survivors of other predators worldwide, will not let it.
We do it for who we are now, and for the girl we lost back then.
This issue won't die because these survivors, and survivors of other predators worldwide, will not let it.
We do it for who we are now, and for the girl we lost back then.
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
November 16, 2025 at 11:49 PM
I didn't have to meet Jeffrey Epstein to be a victim. I was 15.
This issue won't die because these survivors, and survivors of other predators worldwide, will not let it.
We do it for who we are now, and for the girl we lost back then.
This issue won't die because these survivors, and survivors of other predators worldwide, will not let it.
We do it for who we are now, and for the girl we lost back then.
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Bears are the funniest team in football rn
honestly one of the funniest games I’ve seen. can’t make this up.
November 16, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Bears are the funniest team in football rn
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Went for a waterfall; fell in love with a puddle
#Stunday #OrangeSun #EastCoastKin #Autumn #NaturePhotography
#Stunday #OrangeSun #EastCoastKin #Autumn #NaturePhotography
November 16, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Went for a waterfall; fell in love with a puddle
#Stunday #OrangeSun #EastCoastKin #Autumn #NaturePhotography
#Stunday #OrangeSun #EastCoastKin #Autumn #NaturePhotography
Haven't walked over here in some time, but it is my favorite place by the lake. Waves are particularly rough now... Good morning.
#LakeMichigan #Morning #Chicago
#LakeMichigan #Morning #Chicago
November 16, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Haven't walked over here in some time, but it is my favorite place by the lake. Waves are particularly rough now... Good morning.
#LakeMichigan #Morning #Chicago
#LakeMichigan #Morning #Chicago
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These motherfuckers moved to Charlotte and immediately started the same shit they've been up to here
5 headlines tonight on Charlotte Observer’s homepage:
“Manolo's Bakery closes to protect customers”
“Church members flee as federal agents arrive”
“Super G executive describes agents dragging out teen employee”
“Border Patrol questions people at Walmart”
“Border Patrol sweep sparks fear”
“Manolo's Bakery closes to protect customers”
“Church members flee as federal agents arrive”
“Super G executive describes agents dragging out teen employee”
“Border Patrol questions people at Walmart”
“Border Patrol sweep sparks fear”
November 16, 2025 at 4:34 AM
These motherfuckers moved to Charlotte and immediately started the same shit they've been up to here
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This is the only painting of mine that uses this color palette. I want to use these colors more.
(Painting is therapeutic. Something healing, and it makes me happy. ❤️)
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
(Painting is therapeutic. Something healing, and it makes me happy. ❤️)
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
October 31, 2025 at 3:20 AM
This is the only painting of mine that uses this color palette. I want to use these colors more.
(Painting is therapeutic. Something healing, and it makes me happy. ❤️)
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
(Painting is therapeutic. Something healing, and it makes me happy. ❤️)
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
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Also my ghostly figure paintings or the glimmering memories ones (not shown)...
This 1st one shown is abt an island where some who were not cared for in life travel to after death. An island where they will be fed, sheltered, cared for. It shares similar colors w/ 2nd one.
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
This 1st one shown is abt an island where some who were not cared for in life travel to after death. An island where they will be fed, sheltered, cared for. It shares similar colors w/ 2nd one.
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
October 31, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Also my ghostly figure paintings or the glimmering memories ones (not shown)...
This 1st one shown is abt an island where some who were not cared for in life travel to after death. An island where they will be fed, sheltered, cared for. It shares similar colors w/ 2nd one.
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
This 1st one shown is abt an island where some who were not cared for in life travel to after death. An island where they will be fed, sheltered, cared for. It shares similar colors w/ 2nd one.
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
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I usually group my paintings based on theme or color. My 5 water lilies theme, which I do when I am unsure what to paint.
The 5 flowers each represent different things--love, faith, hope, etc. These were pandemic paintings. Ideas to hold onto during rough times...
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
The 5 flowers each represent different things--love, faith, hope, etc. These were pandemic paintings. Ideas to hold onto during rough times...
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
October 31, 2025 at 3:20 AM
I usually group my paintings based on theme or color. My 5 water lilies theme, which I do when I am unsure what to paint.
The 5 flowers each represent different things--love, faith, hope, etc. These were pandemic paintings. Ideas to hold onto during rough times...
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
The 5 flowers each represent different things--love, faith, hope, etc. These were pandemic paintings. Ideas to hold onto during rough times...
#acrylicpaint #art #heal
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It is very funny that this Pope is just going to get jerseys from now on. Everyone decided that's what this Pope likes and that is it. It's like if your grandmother got you a puzzle for Christmas one year and you said you liked it so your entire extended family is like "oh that's the puzzle kid"
Spike Lee just blessed Pope Leo with a custom Knicks jersey during his visit to the Vatican, just one week after the Pope was gifted a custom Chicago Bulls one.
Spike Lee Blesses Pope Leo with Knicks Jersey
Spike Lee just blessed Pope Leo with a custom Knicks jersey during his visit to the Vatican, just one week after the Pope was gifted a custom Chicago Bulls one.
www.vulture.com
November 16, 2025 at 3:07 AM
It is very funny that this Pope is just going to get jerseys from now on. Everyone decided that's what this Pope likes and that is it. It's like if your grandmother got you a puzzle for Christmas one year and you said you liked it so your entire extended family is like "oh that's the puzzle kid"
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Also in here: DHS responded to the faith-led protest yesterday, calling participants “violent rioters” and “imbecilic morons” who need to “get a job.”
Asked about the statement, one UMC pastor who participated in the protest told me: "This is our job." religionnews.com/2025/11/15/a...
Asked about the statement, one UMC pastor who participated in the protest told me: "This is our job." religionnews.com/2025/11/15/a...
November 15, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Also in here: DHS responded to the faith-led protest yesterday, calling participants “violent rioters” and “imbecilic morons” who need to “get a job.”
Asked about the statement, one UMC pastor who participated in the protest told me: "This is our job." religionnews.com/2025/11/15/a...
Asked about the statement, one UMC pastor who participated in the protest told me: "This is our job." religionnews.com/2025/11/15/a...
Moving local performance, The Baldwin | Giovanni Experience... the actor who played Baldwin even had the cadence of the voice right.
November 16, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Moving local performance, The Baldwin | Giovanni Experience... the actor who played Baldwin even had the cadence of the voice right.
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SUPPORT YOUR LIBRARY
November 15, 2025 at 8:23 PM
SUPPORT YOUR LIBRARY
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November 15, 2025 at 9:36 PM