The Aware Advocate
@cristeniris.bsky.social
All meaningful communication—written, verbal, visual, or physical—is advocacy. We're advocating for ourselves, for others, for an idea or ideal. And the higher the stakes the more aware, competent, and cooperative we must be.
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This account reflects my ongoing commitment to competent communication and participatory democracy because in times of peace and crisis our individual and collective voices can and must pierce the darkness in a celebration of life and in defiance of anyone who would silence or restrain us.
Calls to attend local protests & town hall meetings are great, but some combine the call to action with criticism of those who do not & label online advocacy as performative.
There are SO many reasons an individual may not be able to show up in person.
Don't assume your reality is their reality.
There are SO many reasons an individual may not be able to show up in person.
Don't assume your reality is their reality.
March 2, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Calls to attend local protests & town hall meetings are great, but some combine the call to action with criticism of those who do not & label online advocacy as performative.
There are SO many reasons an individual may not be able to show up in person.
Don't assume your reality is their reality.
There are SO many reasons an individual may not be able to show up in person.
Don't assume your reality is their reality.
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Research shows that autistic people can have very different motor skills and processing than non-autistic people. One more reason to not apply neurotypical expectations to autistic people's experiences and actions.
hussmanautism.org/praxis-and-a... #neurodiversity #autism
hussmanautism.org/praxis-and-a... #neurodiversity #autism
Praxis and Autism: Bridging the gap between intention and action - Hussman Institute for Autism
People with autism may know exactly what they want to say, but may be unable to say it. They may know every answer on a quiz, but have only written down a few by the time the teacher collects the pape...
hussmanautism.org
March 2, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Research shows that autistic people can have very different motor skills and processing than non-autistic people. One more reason to not apply neurotypical expectations to autistic people's experiences and actions.
hussmanautism.org/praxis-and-a... #neurodiversity #autism
hussmanautism.org/praxis-and-a... #neurodiversity #autism
"If I can do it, you can do it," is a phrase we must strike from use because it's a claim based on a false premise.
It assumes that everyone has an equal to or "better" combination of resources, abilities, and traits that have allowed you to do what you've done.
#NoAbleism #FindYourZoneOfCompetence
It assumes that everyone has an equal to or "better" combination of resources, abilities, and traits that have allowed you to do what you've done.
#NoAbleism #FindYourZoneOfCompetence
February 27, 2025 at 6:09 PM
"If I can do it, you can do it," is a phrase we must strike from use because it's a claim based on a false premise.
It assumes that everyone has an equal to or "better" combination of resources, abilities, and traits that have allowed you to do what you've done.
#NoAbleism #FindYourZoneOfCompetence
It assumes that everyone has an equal to or "better" combination of resources, abilities, and traits that have allowed you to do what you've done.
#NoAbleism #FindYourZoneOfCompetence
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No individual can do all the things we want or feel we should do. This is especially true for individuals with disabilities or who must work more hours to financially survive.
That's okay. Do what you can, and trust others with more bandwidth & ability in those areas to do what they can. #solidarity
That's okay. Do what you can, and trust others with more bandwidth & ability in those areas to do what they can. #solidarity
February 27, 2025 at 4:23 PM
No individual can do all the things we want or feel we should do. This is especially true for individuals with disabilities or who must work more hours to financially survive.
That's okay. Do what you can, and trust others with more bandwidth & ability in those areas to do what they can. #solidarity
That's okay. Do what you can, and trust others with more bandwidth & ability in those areas to do what they can. #solidarity
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They're lying to you about their budget plans because they know nobody wants to slash funding for Medicaid to fund tax cuts for the wealthy.
🔥📞🔥 NEW CALL SCRIPT directed to both House & Senate w/ additional responses in case you face gaslighting push back from staffers 👉 5calls.org/issue/house-...
🔥📞🔥 NEW CALL SCRIPT directed to both House & Senate w/ additional responses in case you face gaslighting push back from staffers 👉 5calls.org/issue/house-...
February 27, 2025 at 5:10 PM
They're lying to you about their budget plans because they know nobody wants to slash funding for Medicaid to fund tax cuts for the wealthy.
🔥📞🔥 NEW CALL SCRIPT directed to both House & Senate w/ additional responses in case you face gaslighting push back from staffers 👉 5calls.org/issue/house-...
🔥📞🔥 NEW CALL SCRIPT directed to both House & Senate w/ additional responses in case you face gaslighting push back from staffers 👉 5calls.org/issue/house-...
Remember: The goal of #EconomicBlackoutDay is to send a message to politicians and billionaires, not further harm small businesses that are a vital part of our economy and communities. We must financially support them tomorrow as part of our protest. #solidarity #StrategyAndTactics #ShopIndie
February 27, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Remember: The goal of #EconomicBlackoutDay is to send a message to politicians and billionaires, not further harm small businesses that are a vital part of our economy and communities. We must financially support them tomorrow as part of our protest. #solidarity #StrategyAndTactics #ShopIndie
Sign up for @idaho50501.bsky.social event emails (and check out their inspirational and empowering photo gallery) here:
idaho50501.com/be-the-chang...
#Idaho50501 #50501 #Resist #IdahoActivism #WeThePeople
idaho50501.com/be-the-chang...
#Idaho50501 #50501 #Resist #IdahoActivism #WeThePeople
Be the Change: A Gallery of Action & Inspiration
This is what democracy looks like. Faces filled with determination. Voices raised in defiance. Hands gripping signs that demand justice, equality, and a future worth fighting for. We are average Am…
idaho50501.com
February 26, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Sign up for @idaho50501.bsky.social event emails (and check out their inspirational and empowering photo gallery) here:
idaho50501.com/be-the-chang...
#Idaho50501 #50501 #Resist #IdahoActivism #WeThePeople
idaho50501.com/be-the-chang...
#Idaho50501 #50501 #Resist #IdahoActivism #WeThePeople
If you're able, rally and/or march in #Boise #Idaho on March 4th to show our elected officials what their mandate really is and who they really serve.
There will be a sign-making station on site.
#50501 #Resist #EndOligarchy #EndImpunity #EndAutogenicide #Democracy
events.pol-rev.com/events/01a7e...
There will be a sign-making station on site.
#50501 #Resist #EndOligarchy #EndImpunity #EndAutogenicide #Democracy
events.pol-rev.com/events/01a7e...
February 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM
If you're able, rally and/or march in #Boise #Idaho on March 4th to show our elected officials what their mandate really is and who they really serve.
There will be a sign-making station on site.
#50501 #Resist #EndOligarchy #EndImpunity #EndAutogenicide #Democracy
events.pol-rev.com/events/01a7e...
There will be a sign-making station on site.
#50501 #Resist #EndOligarchy #EndImpunity #EndAutogenicide #Democracy
events.pol-rev.com/events/01a7e...
A powerful week-in-the-life-of perspective and message to the powers that be from one of my physician clients.
#SupportFederalWorkers
#MoralInjury
#PhysicianBurnout
#ProtectHeakthcareWorkers
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
#SupportFederalWorkers
#MoralInjury
#PhysicianBurnout
#ProtectHeakthcareWorkers
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
Opinion: What did I do last week? I took care of your family, friends and fellow citizens
Elon Musk demands that I justify my work in writing. Here's what a San Diego critical care physician does at federal, local and rural facilities.
www.latimes.com
February 25, 2025 at 10:42 PM
A powerful week-in-the-life-of perspective and message to the powers that be from one of my physician clients.
#SupportFederalWorkers
#MoralInjury
#PhysicianBurnout
#ProtectHeakthcareWorkers
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
#SupportFederalWorkers
#MoralInjury
#PhysicianBurnout
#ProtectHeakthcareWorkers
www.latimes.com/opinion/stor...
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Murphy: "The destruction of our democracy is part of this story ... this is super unpopular, what they are doing. Nobody wants their healthcare to disappear ... so how do you get away with it? You try to destroy our democracy. You try to crush dissent. You threaten members of Congress with arrest."
February 25, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Murphy: "The destruction of our democracy is part of this story ... this is super unpopular, what they are doing. Nobody wants their healthcare to disappear ... so how do you get away with it? You try to destroy our democracy. You try to crush dissent. You threaten members of Congress with arrest."
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This is what courage looks like. While so many stay silent, these people took a stand. We need more of that—right now.
📌 21 civil service employees resigned from DOGE
📌 21 civil service employees resigned from DOGE
February 25, 2025 at 4:26 PM
This is what courage looks like. While so many stay silent, these people took a stand. We need more of that—right now.
📌 21 civil service employees resigned from DOGE
📌 21 civil service employees resigned from DOGE
Absolutely. And I look forward to the day when neurotypical children and adults are encouraged by teachers, employers, and community leaders to learn about autistic culture and expression so friendships and other relationships can be deeper and more sustainable.
#ActuallyAutistic #AutismAppreciation
#ActuallyAutistic #AutismAppreciation
Social skills programs tend to teach autistic people "that they have to become normal in order to have friends. It’s not true. There are a lot of autistic people who have friends without becoming remotely normal. Oddness and friendship are entirely compatible."
realsocialskills.org/2017/10/04/a...
realsocialskills.org/2017/10/04/a...
Autistic people can have friends – Real Social Skills
realsocialskills.org
February 25, 2025 at 5:58 AM
Absolutely. And I look forward to the day when neurotypical children and adults are encouraged by teachers, employers, and community leaders to learn about autistic culture and expression so friendships and other relationships can be deeper and more sustainable.
#ActuallyAutistic #AutismAppreciation
#ActuallyAutistic #AutismAppreciation
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Those of us who are active in protests (and apparently attending local town halls), need to practice how we’ll intervene when something goes sideways. #Idaho
Especially true for those of us with 🤚🏻 privilege. Lots of resources to help you prepare; here’s one: www.nsvrc.org/sites/defaul...
Especially true for those of us with 🤚🏻 privilege. Lots of resources to help you prepare; here’s one: www.nsvrc.org/sites/defaul...
www.nsvrc.org
February 25, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Those of us who are active in protests (and apparently attending local town halls), need to practice how we’ll intervene when something goes sideways. #Idaho
Especially true for those of us with 🤚🏻 privilege. Lots of resources to help you prepare; here’s one: www.nsvrc.org/sites/defaul...
Especially true for those of us with 🤚🏻 privilege. Lots of resources to help you prepare; here’s one: www.nsvrc.org/sites/defaul...
I've watched the video of the event discussed in this article twice and reserved judgment until I could determine if the meeting agenda included time for public comments.
Per Newsweek, it did not.
This is what exercising #FirstAmendment rights looks like in #Idaho.
www.newsweek.com/protesters-r...
Per Newsweek, it did not.
This is what exercising #FirstAmendment rights looks like in #Idaho.
www.newsweek.com/protesters-r...
Protesters at Republican event told "your voice is meaningless"
A protester at an Idaho town hall hosted by a Republican committee made remarks from the audience to several legislative members on stage.
www.newsweek.com
February 24, 2025 at 5:05 PM
I've watched the video of the event discussed in this article twice and reserved judgment until I could determine if the meeting agenda included time for public comments.
Per Newsweek, it did not.
This is what exercising #FirstAmendment rights looks like in #Idaho.
www.newsweek.com/protesters-r...
Per Newsweek, it did not.
This is what exercising #FirstAmendment rights looks like in #Idaho.
www.newsweek.com/protesters-r...
Opting out of oligarch-owned tech?
I'm switching from The Big M office suite to @libreoffice.bsky.social --free, open-source, nonprofit.
It may not be an option for everyone, but it with a few other process tweaks has been a great alternative for me so far.
www.libreoffice.org
#EconomicBlackoutDay
I'm switching from The Big M office suite to @libreoffice.bsky.social --free, open-source, nonprofit.
It may not be an option for everyone, but it with a few other process tweaks has been a great alternative for me so far.
www.libreoffice.org
#EconomicBlackoutDay
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February 24, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Opting out of oligarch-owned tech?
I'm switching from The Big M office suite to @libreoffice.bsky.social --free, open-source, nonprofit.
It may not be an option for everyone, but it with a few other process tweaks has been a great alternative for me so far.
www.libreoffice.org
#EconomicBlackoutDay
I'm switching from The Big M office suite to @libreoffice.bsky.social --free, open-source, nonprofit.
It may not be an option for everyone, but it with a few other process tweaks has been a great alternative for me so far.
www.libreoffice.org
#EconomicBlackoutDay
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JOIN THE FIGHT! The time to act is now.
#ECONOMICBLACKOUTDAY FRIDAY FEB. 28
Download this image today and spread the word!
#art4democracy www.fiftyfifty.one
#ECONOMICBLACKOUTDAY FRIDAY FEB. 28
Download this image today and spread the word!
#art4democracy www.fiftyfifty.one
February 20, 2025 at 3:17 PM
JOIN THE FIGHT! The time to act is now.
#ECONOMICBLACKOUTDAY FRIDAY FEB. 28
Download this image today and spread the word!
#art4democracy www.fiftyfifty.one
#ECONOMICBLACKOUTDAY FRIDAY FEB. 28
Download this image today and spread the word!
#art4democracy www.fiftyfifty.one
Funny coming from an unconstitutional department created to increase efficiency. How about letting the competent professionals spend their time, energy, and cognitive bandwidth on doing the actual work.
#SupportFederalWorkers
#StopTheCoup
#CongressDoYourJob
#SupportFederalWorkers
#StopTheCoup
#CongressDoYourJob
February 23, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Funny coming from an unconstitutional department created to increase efficiency. How about letting the competent professionals spend their time, energy, and cognitive bandwidth on doing the actual work.
#SupportFederalWorkers
#StopTheCoup
#CongressDoYourJob
#SupportFederalWorkers
#StopTheCoup
#CongressDoYourJob
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Family includes everyone! ❤️
November 17, 2024 at 9:40 PM
Family includes everyone! ❤️
Whenever we see/hear a proposal to "improve efficiency," we should ask:
1. Improve efficiency for whom?
2. To what end?
3. How will improving efficiency in this area and by these means potentially negatively effect other areas?
4. How high are the stakes?
5. Who stands to benefit and lose the most?
1. Improve efficiency for whom?
2. To what end?
3. How will improving efficiency in this area and by these means potentially negatively effect other areas?
4. How high are the stakes?
5. Who stands to benefit and lose the most?
February 21, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Whenever we see/hear a proposal to "improve efficiency," we should ask:
1. Improve efficiency for whom?
2. To what end?
3. How will improving efficiency in this area and by these means potentially negatively effect other areas?
4. How high are the stakes?
5. Who stands to benefit and lose the most?
1. Improve efficiency for whom?
2. To what end?
3. How will improving efficiency in this area and by these means potentially negatively effect other areas?
4. How high are the stakes?
5. Who stands to benefit and lose the most?
Want more info?
Here's a fact sheet put out by the Idaho Center for Fiscal Policy, whose work is "non-partisan, fact-based, and Idaho-specific."
And they cite sources, so you can verify context and test whether their statements are accurate and conclusion trustworthy.
idahofiscal.org/medicaid-exp...
Here's a fact sheet put out by the Idaho Center for Fiscal Policy, whose work is "non-partisan, fact-based, and Idaho-specific."
And they cite sources, so you can verify context and test whether their statements are accurate and conclusion trustworthy.
idahofiscal.org/medicaid-exp...
February 21, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Want more info?
Here's a fact sheet put out by the Idaho Center for Fiscal Policy, whose work is "non-partisan, fact-based, and Idaho-specific."
And they cite sources, so you can verify context and test whether their statements are accurate and conclusion trustworthy.
idahofiscal.org/medicaid-exp...
Here's a fact sheet put out by the Idaho Center for Fiscal Policy, whose work is "non-partisan, fact-based, and Idaho-specific."
And they cite sources, so you can verify context and test whether their statements are accurate and conclusion trustworthy.
idahofiscal.org/medicaid-exp...
If you haven't yet signed this petition to protect Medicare Expansion in #Idaho, here you go. It took me less than 5 minutes, including the time I took to add my comments (which is optional).
Take action NOW: Sign the petition urging senators & the governor to Protect Medicaid Expansion:
actionnetwork.org/petitions/te...
actionnetwork.org/petitions/te...
February 21, 2025 at 1:02 AM
If you haven't yet signed this petition to protect Medicare Expansion in #Idaho, here you go. It took me less than 5 minutes, including the time I took to add my comments (which is optional).
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Idaho friends, please call Gov. Brad Little's office at 208-334-2100. There's a recorded survey set up, asking the caller to enter 1 if you want it to pass and 2 for him to veto the bill. Please call and select 2 to VETO H93. We don't need school vouchers. Thank you! It just takes a minute.
a cartoon drawing of a roll of paper with the word bill written on it
Alt: The Bill character from Schoolhouse Rock is stamping the word VETO on the wall.
media.tenor.com
February 20, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Idaho friends, please call Gov. Brad Little's office at 208-334-2100. There's a recorded survey set up, asking the caller to enter 1 if you want it to pass and 2 for him to veto the bill. Please call and select 2 to VETO H93. We don't need school vouchers. Thank you! It just takes a minute.
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The Implications of a 504 Rollback on Disability and Economic Justice | The Century Foundation tcf.org/content/comm...
The Implications of a 504 Rollback on Disability and Economic Justice
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is a cornerstone of U.S. disability rights legislation. It was one of the first laws passed that directly supported
tcf.org
February 20, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The Implications of a 504 Rollback on Disability and Economic Justice | The Century Foundation tcf.org/content/comm...
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🚨IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!🚨
50501 is a PEACEFUL movement dedicated to positive change through nonviolent action. We unequivocally condemn any form of violence, threats of violence, or the suggestion of using weapons in connection with our movement.
#50501movement #FiftyFiftyOne @polrev.bsky.social
50501 is a PEACEFUL movement dedicated to positive change through nonviolent action. We unequivocally condemn any form of violence, threats of violence, or the suggestion of using weapons in connection with our movement.
#50501movement #FiftyFiftyOne @polrev.bsky.social
February 20, 2025 at 9:22 PM
🚨IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!🚨
50501 is a PEACEFUL movement dedicated to positive change through nonviolent action. We unequivocally condemn any form of violence, threats of violence, or the suggestion of using weapons in connection with our movement.
#50501movement #FiftyFiftyOne @polrev.bsky.social
50501 is a PEACEFUL movement dedicated to positive change through nonviolent action. We unequivocally condemn any form of violence, threats of violence, or the suggestion of using weapons in connection with our movement.
#50501movement #FiftyFiftyOne @polrev.bsky.social
If you're confused by conflicting information about #autism and vaccines, here's an excellent summary that includes the origin story of the claim that vaccines cause autism.
#EvidenceBasedMedicine #AuDHD #AutismAwareness #NoStigma #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic
youtu.be/BwfqNkuSfZ4?...
#EvidenceBasedMedicine #AuDHD #AutismAwareness #NoStigma #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic
youtu.be/BwfqNkuSfZ4?...
The real reason people believe VACCINES cause AUTISM
YouTube video by Autistic AF
youtu.be
February 20, 2025 at 1:51 PM
If you're confused by conflicting information about #autism and vaccines, here's an excellent summary that includes the origin story of the claim that vaccines cause autism.
#EvidenceBasedMedicine #AuDHD #AutismAwareness #NoStigma #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic
youtu.be/BwfqNkuSfZ4?...
#EvidenceBasedMedicine #AuDHD #AutismAwareness #NoStigma #Neurodiversity #ActuallyAutistic
youtu.be/BwfqNkuSfZ4?...