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“Right now, the answer to authoritarianism isn’t to be quiet." - @katmabu.bsky.social
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'We Are in an Emergency': Progressive TikTok Star Launches Bid to Unseat Old Guard Dem
The progressive TikTok star is running for Congress in a Democratic district that hasn’t had a competitive primary in decades.
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March 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
“Right now, the answer to authoritarianism isn’t to be quiet." - @katmabu.bsky.social
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Suggestion to Americans: If you used a current bank account with funds on a recent tax return, it may be wise to contact your bank and request a change. Account and routing numbers are accessible, and Elon Musk’s staff have access to this information. Stay safe and protect your assets.
February 5, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Suggestion to Americans: If you used a current bank account with funds on a recent tax return, it may be wise to contact your bank and request a change. Account and routing numbers are accessible, and Elon Musk’s staff have access to this information. Stay safe and protect your assets.
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"No one ever thought this would happen" is dishonest and journalists not pointing that out are doing you all a disservice. Many people said word for word this would happen. You just didn't respect those people. And you need to be honest instead of the feigned surprise for sympathy.
February 2, 2025 at 8:44 PM
"No one ever thought this would happen" is dishonest and journalists not pointing that out are doing you all a disservice. Many people said word for word this would happen. You just didn't respect those people. And you need to be honest instead of the feigned surprise for sympathy.
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The same day Trump screamed about "DEI" causing the deadly D.C. plane crash, a Department of Transportation memo called for “preference” to be given “to communities with marriage and birth rates higher than the national average.”
www.jezebel.com/why-did-demo...
www.jezebel.com/why-did-demo...
Why Did Democrats Ever Stop Calling These Natalist Freaks Weird?
The same day Trump screamed about "DEI" causing the deadly D.C. plane crash, a Department of Transportation memo called for “preference” to be given “to communities with marriage and birth rates highe...
www.jezebel.com
January 31, 2025 at 9:40 PM
The same day Trump screamed about "DEI" causing the deadly D.C. plane crash, a Department of Transportation memo called for “preference” to be given “to communities with marriage and birth rates higher than the national average.”
www.jezebel.com/why-did-demo...
www.jezebel.com/why-did-demo...
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Just days after Elon Musk did his "hand gesture," as the media liked to call it, racists took to the streets of Canada calling for mass deportations.
Some of them did the same Nazi salute.
Let's talk about this rising problem -- one that's very real in Canada, too:
Some of them did the same Nazi salute.
Let's talk about this rising problem -- one that's very real in Canada, too:
Canada's got a problem with something that rhymes with "Yahtzees"
YouTube video by Rachel Gilmore
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January 29, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Just days after Elon Musk did his "hand gesture," as the media liked to call it, racists took to the streets of Canada calling for mass deportations.
Some of them did the same Nazi salute.
Let's talk about this rising problem -- one that's very real in Canada, too:
Some of them did the same Nazi salute.
Let's talk about this rising problem -- one that's very real in Canada, too:
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If you’re in an institution doing any kind of DEI work, the most important thing to do right now is simply call it something else. Change it to “Community Outreach” & then keep on doing the same important work. When they outlaw Community Outreach rebrand it as “Strategic Partnerships,” rinse/repeat.
January 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
If you’re in an institution doing any kind of DEI work, the most important thing to do right now is simply call it something else. Change it to “Community Outreach” & then keep on doing the same important work. When they outlaw Community Outreach rebrand it as “Strategic Partnerships,” rinse/repeat.
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"Harvard University has laid off its staff in the Harvard Slavery Remembrance Program, the unit of its $100 million Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery initiative tasked with identifying the direct descendants of those enslaved by Harvard affiliates."
Harvard just fired me and all of my colleagues. www.thecrimson.com/article/2025...
Harvard Outsources Program to Identify Descendants of Those Enslaved by University Affiliates, Lays Off Internal Staff | News | The Harvard Crimson
Harvard University has laid off staff in the Harvard Slavery Remembrance Program, the unit of its $100 million Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery initiative tasked with identifying direct descendants of ...
www.thecrimson.com
January 23, 2025 at 6:39 PM
"Harvard University has laid off its staff in the Harvard Slavery Remembrance Program, the unit of its $100 million Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery initiative tasked with identifying the direct descendants of those enslaved by Harvard affiliates."
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Homelessness is a physically and mentally punishing condition. Ken Sims plan is reckless and cruel.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Vancouver mayor plans freeze on new supportive housing in Downtown Eastside as part of revitalization bid | CBC News
A plan to put a freeze on new supportive housing units in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside is drawing criticism from those who live and work in the community.
www.cbc.ca
January 25, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Homelessness is a physically and mentally punishing condition. Ken Sims plan is reckless and cruel.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Getting rid of FEMA would absolutely devastate red states with climate change getting worse. It won't be the liberal enclaves being economically destroyed.
January 24, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Getting rid of FEMA would absolutely devastate red states with climate change getting worse. It won't be the liberal enclaves being economically destroyed.
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Firing independent watchdogs is straight out of the authoritarian playbook. Removes another obstacle to corruption and abuse of power www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...
Trump fires at least 12 independent inspectors general, Washington Post reports
U.S. President Donald Trump's administration fired the independent inspectors general of at least 12 major federal agencies late on Friday, the Washington Post reported.
www.reuters.com
January 25, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Firing independent watchdogs is straight out of the authoritarian playbook. Removes another obstacle to corruption and abuse of power www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...
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It’s very interesting to me that the smartest person in the room when it comes to the economy in the Canadian Federal election is also “racking up endorsements” related to addressing the #ClimateCrisis. It reinforces the obvious truth: smart economic policy & smart climate policy are the same thing.
“The climate wing of the Liberal Party is rallying around Mark Carney, offering the former central banker credibility on a file the Grits see as their competitive advantage over Conservatives.” Via @nationalobserver.com #ClimateCrisis
Liberals’ climate wing backs Carney for leader
Mark Carney is racking up endorsements from the Liberals' climate wing to take the helm of the party, but he's still a far cry from the climate warrior advocates say is needed.
www.nationalobserver.com
January 25, 2025 at 3:48 AM
It’s very interesting to me that the smartest person in the room when it comes to the economy in the Canadian Federal election is also “racking up endorsements” related to addressing the #ClimateCrisis. It reinforces the obvious truth: smart economic policy & smart climate policy are the same thing.
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Get ready for the most corrupt administration since Warren Harding.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Trump fires at least 12 independent inspectors general in late-night purge
The dismissals could clear the way for the president to install loyalists in the crucial role of identifying fraud, waste and abuse in the government.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 25, 2025 at 4:42 AM
Get ready for the most corrupt administration since Warren Harding.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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Pete Hegseth is the most unqualified nominee for Secretary of Defense in modern history.
He should be rejected by the Senate.
He should be rejected by the Senate.
January 24, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Pete Hegseth is the most unqualified nominee for Secretary of Defense in modern history.
He should be rejected by the Senate.
He should be rejected by the Senate.
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the church pete hegseth is a part of, the CREC, is led by a lunatic who gives talks about "the lost value of sexism" and wants to drive women out of public life. this fully accords with hegseth's public comments. and he's been selected to run the largest corporation on earth
January 25, 2025 at 3:21 AM
the church pete hegseth is a part of, the CREC, is led by a lunatic who gives talks about "the lost value of sexism" and wants to drive women out of public life. this fully accords with hegseth's public comments. and he's been selected to run the largest corporation on earth
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A U.S. military veteran was reportedly among those detained
ICE Raid in New Jersey Sweeps Up U.S. Citizens Along With Undocumented Immigrants
A U.S. military veteran was reportedly among those detained
meidasnews.com
January 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A U.S. military veteran was reportedly among those detained
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Trump has terminated the security detail for Dr. Anthony Fauci that was being provided and paid for by the National Institutes of Health, source says
Trump has pulled Fauci’s security detail, source says | CNN Politics
President Donald Trump has terminated Dr. Anthony Fauci’s security detail that was being provided and paid for by the National Institutes of Health, a source familiar with the situation tells CNN. It ...
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January 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Trump has terminated the security detail for Dr. Anthony Fauci that was being provided and paid for by the National Institutes of Health, source says
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"A whopping 82% of people who used the library’s physical space and 79% of people who physically attended programs reported more optimism regarding the future, compared to only 58% of digital-only users."
Our physical space and resources matter *greatly!*
bookriot.com/innovative-s...
Our physical space and resources matter *greatly!*
bookriot.com/innovative-s...
Innovative Study by UPenn and NYPL Finds That Public Libraries Positively Impact Community Health and Well-Being
"Our research found that patrons experience refuge, joy, connection, purpose, and expansion through their library use"
bookriot.com
January 7, 2025 at 7:08 PM
"A whopping 82% of people who used the library’s physical space and 79% of people who physically attended programs reported more optimism regarding the future, compared to only 58% of digital-only users."
Our physical space and resources matter *greatly!*
bookriot.com/innovative-s...
Our physical space and resources matter *greatly!*
bookriot.com/innovative-s...
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This is really interesting. Groundbreaking study on the value of libraries and “third places.”
“A whopping 82% of people who used the library’s physical space and 79% of people who physically attended programs reported more optimism regarding the future, compared to only 58% of digital-only users.”
“A whopping 82% of people who used the library’s physical space and 79% of people who physically attended programs reported more optimism regarding the future, compared to only 58% of digital-only users.”
Innovative Study by UPenn and NYPL Finds That Public Libraries Positively Impact Community Health and Well-Being
"Our research found that patrons experience refuge, joy, connection, purpose, and expansion through their library use"
bookriot.com
January 24, 2025 at 5:45 AM
This is really interesting. Groundbreaking study on the value of libraries and “third places.”
“A whopping 82% of people who used the library’s physical space and 79% of people who physically attended programs reported more optimism regarding the future, compared to only 58% of digital-only users.”
“A whopping 82% of people who used the library’s physical space and 79% of people who physically attended programs reported more optimism regarding the future, compared to only 58% of digital-only users.”
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"Officials are drafting a proposal to defund and potentially 'disestablish' the Civilian Protection Center of Excellence, though Congress would have to approve doing so."
Trump moves to close Pentagon office focused on curbing civilian deaths
The Trump administration is laying groundwork to wind down efforts to reduce civilian harm in U.S. military operations.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 24, 2025 at 5:10 AM
"Officials are drafting a proposal to defund and potentially 'disestablish' the Civilian Protection Center of Excellence, though Congress would have to approve doing so."
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For clarity, Sim's quoted intent is no net new supportive housing in Vancouver, period (not just DTES).
Vancouver has a growing need — not a diminishing need — for supportive housing. Sim's promised approach is reckless and cruel.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Vancouver has a growing need — not a diminishing need — for supportive housing. Sim's promised approach is reckless and cruel.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Vancouver mayor's revitalization plan calls for no new supportive housing in Downtown Eastside | CBC News
A plan to allow no new supportive housing units in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside is drawing criticism from those who live and work in the community.
www.cbc.ca
January 24, 2025 at 1:25 AM
For clarity, Sim's quoted intent is no net new supportive housing in Vancouver, period (not just DTES).
Vancouver has a growing need — not a diminishing need — for supportive housing. Sim's promised approach is reckless and cruel.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Vancouver has a growing need — not a diminishing need — for supportive housing. Sim's promised approach is reckless and cruel.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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NEW - Vancouver mayor Ken Sim will be bringing forward a motion to council to pause approving net new supportive housing units in Vancouver until other municipalities take on more supportive housing. #bcpoli
January 23, 2025 at 9:24 PM
NEW - Vancouver mayor Ken Sim will be bringing forward a motion to council to pause approving net new supportive housing units in Vancouver until other municipalities take on more supportive housing. #bcpoli
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The past several days have proven without a shadow of a doubt that Project 2025 is real and underway.
And those who warned America about it were right.
And those who warned America about it were right.
January 23, 2025 at 9:22 PM
The past several days have proven without a shadow of a doubt that Project 2025 is real and underway.
And those who warned America about it were right.
And those who warned America about it were right.
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The bottom 50% of households hold just 2.4% of U.S. wealth.
The top 1% control 42% of the wealth.
The top 1% control 42% of the wealth.
January 23, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The bottom 50% of households hold just 2.4% of U.S. wealth.
The top 1% control 42% of the wealth.
The top 1% control 42% of the wealth.
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Thou shalt accept that DEI didn't hold your career back -- you're just mid, bro.
January 23, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Thou shalt accept that DEI didn't hold your career back -- you're just mid, bro.