Amanda Beltràn
@daintynebulaa.bsky.social
Collector of strange facts. Personification of “How do you know that?”
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🚨BREAKING: New York appellate court UPHOLDS John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York. This reverses a lower court decision in a case from Newburgh, NY.
This is a big victory for the minority voters who brought suit and voting rights in the Empire State. www.democracydocket.com/cases/new-yo...
This is a big victory for the minority voters who brought suit and voting rights in the Empire State. www.democracydocket.com/cases/new-yo...
🚨 Clarke v. Town of Newburgh
Learn more.
www.democracydocket.com
January 30, 2025 at 6:51 PM
🚨BREAKING: New York appellate court UPHOLDS John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York. This reverses a lower court decision in a case from Newburgh, NY.
This is a big victory for the minority voters who brought suit and voting rights in the Empire State. www.democracydocket.com/cases/new-yo...
This is a big victory for the minority voters who brought suit and voting rights in the Empire State. www.democracydocket.com/cases/new-yo...
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Women deserve to know the TRUTH about the impact of Texas' total abortion ban.
Today, I along with Rep. Gerry Connolly, Rep. Summer Lee, and Rep. Ayanna Pressley sent ANOTHER letter calling on
Texas to explain why it won't release maternal mortality data from the past 2 years after Dobbs.
Today, I along with Rep. Gerry Connolly, Rep. Summer Lee, and Rep. Ayanna Pressley sent ANOTHER letter calling on
Texas to explain why it won't release maternal mortality data from the past 2 years after Dobbs.
January 30, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Women deserve to know the TRUTH about the impact of Texas' total abortion ban.
Today, I along with Rep. Gerry Connolly, Rep. Summer Lee, and Rep. Ayanna Pressley sent ANOTHER letter calling on
Texas to explain why it won't release maternal mortality data from the past 2 years after Dobbs.
Today, I along with Rep. Gerry Connolly, Rep. Summer Lee, and Rep. Ayanna Pressley sent ANOTHER letter calling on
Texas to explain why it won't release maternal mortality data from the past 2 years after Dobbs.
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Today in US History: On January 31, 1865, "Congress passed the Thirteenth Amendment which, on ratification, abolished slavery in America. The vote in the House was 121 to 24."
www.archives.gov/milestone-do...
www.archives.gov/milestone-do...
January 31, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Today in US History: On January 31, 1865, "Congress passed the Thirteenth Amendment which, on ratification, abolished slavery in America. The vote in the House was 121 to 24."
www.archives.gov/milestone-do...
www.archives.gov/milestone-do...
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The single greatest thing about modern gaming is Autosave… but I’ll die before I trust it.
January 31, 2025 at 7:16 PM
The single greatest thing about modern gaming is Autosave… but I’ll die before I trust it.
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I’m sad to learn that my law school classmate, Kiah Duggins, died in the DC plane crash last night.
Kiah was an exceptionally talented civil rights lawyer and aspiring legal scholar.
I hope you’ll read about her work and the causes she cared about, some of which I’ll 🧵 below.
What an immense loss
Kiah was an exceptionally talented civil rights lawyer and aspiring legal scholar.
I hope you’ll read about her work and the causes she cared about, some of which I’ll 🧵 below.
What an immense loss
January 31, 2025 at 4:12 AM
I’m sad to learn that my law school classmate, Kiah Duggins, died in the DC plane crash last night.
Kiah was an exceptionally talented civil rights lawyer and aspiring legal scholar.
I hope you’ll read about her work and the causes she cared about, some of which I’ll 🧵 below.
What an immense loss
Kiah was an exceptionally talented civil rights lawyer and aspiring legal scholar.
I hope you’ll read about her work and the causes she cared about, some of which I’ll 🧵 below.
What an immense loss
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A regional jet carrying 64 people collided in midair with a Black Hawk helicopter as the plane was approaching a runway at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, according to federal aviation officials.
Here's what we know:
Here's what we know:
Live updates: Crews search for survivors after a passenger jet and a Black Hawk helicopter collided near D.C.
A regional jet carrying 64 people collided in midair with a Black Hawk helicopter as the plane was approaching a runway at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night.
www.npr.org
January 30, 2025 at 11:45 AM
A regional jet carrying 64 people collided in midair with a Black Hawk helicopter as the plane was approaching a runway at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, according to federal aviation officials.
Here's what we know:
Here's what we know:
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I’m embarrassed for the New York Times.
January 30, 2025 at 1:09 AM
I’m embarrassed for the New York Times.
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ANYWAY, sorry, here's a bird. Pause and regard the bird. The bird is happy, for the bird has found a peanut. May we all find the small joy of finding a tasty snack today.
(photo by me)
(photo by me)
January 29, 2025 at 3:09 PM
ANYWAY, sorry, here's a bird. Pause and regard the bird. The bird is happy, for the bird has found a peanut. May we all find the small joy of finding a tasty snack today.
(photo by me)
(photo by me)
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H5N1 Bird Flu Spreads Rapidly Through California Dairy Herds
The USDA has confirmed that five more dairy herds in California are infected, bringing the total number to 732.
As of now, 74% of the state's dairy herds have tested positive for the virus.
The USDA has confirmed that five more dairy herds in California are infected, bringing the total number to 732.
As of now, 74% of the state's dairy herds have tested positive for the virus.
January 29, 2025 at 3:12 PM
H5N1 Bird Flu Spreads Rapidly Through California Dairy Herds
The USDA has confirmed that five more dairy herds in California are infected, bringing the total number to 732.
As of now, 74% of the state's dairy herds have tested positive for the virus.
The USDA has confirmed that five more dairy herds in California are infected, bringing the total number to 732.
As of now, 74% of the state's dairy herds have tested positive for the virus.
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Raise your hand if you have restarted Stardew Valley/Animal Crossing/insert cozy game of choice here because… *gestures broadly* and escapism is real.
January 28, 2025 at 3:57 AM
Raise your hand if you have restarted Stardew Valley/Animal Crossing/insert cozy game of choice here because… *gestures broadly* and escapism is real.
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January 28, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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Other things that libraries do or have:
1. Host citizenship classes
2. Host ESL classes.
3. Have seed libraries.
4. Have autism support kits.
5. Have Narcan on hand for overdoses.
6. Have developmental toys
7. Have language learning databases.
8. Lend laptops & hotspots.
#booksky
1. Host citizenship classes
2. Host ESL classes.
3. Have seed libraries.
4. Have autism support kits.
5. Have Narcan on hand for overdoses.
6. Have developmental toys
7. Have language learning databases.
8. Lend laptops & hotspots.
#booksky
January 28, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Other things that libraries do or have:
1. Host citizenship classes
2. Host ESL classes.
3. Have seed libraries.
4. Have autism support kits.
5. Have Narcan on hand for overdoses.
6. Have developmental toys
7. Have language learning databases.
8. Lend laptops & hotspots.
#booksky
1. Host citizenship classes
2. Host ESL classes.
3. Have seed libraries.
4. Have autism support kits.
5. Have Narcan on hand for overdoses.
6. Have developmental toys
7. Have language learning databases.
8. Lend laptops & hotspots.
#booksky
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Emotional Support Cat---her markings are stunning.
January 28, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Emotional Support Cat---her markings are stunning.
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Jim Acosta announces on air that he's leaving CNN and says, "it is never a good time to bow down to a tyrant ... don't give in to the lies."
January 28, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Jim Acosta announces on air that he's leaving CNN and says, "it is never a good time to bow down to a tyrant ... don't give in to the lies."
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Hey, while we're talking about erasing history:
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
January 27, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Hey, while we're talking about erasing history:
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
In 1949 the US military held its first Aeriel Gunnery Competition, later known as "Top Gun."
The best of the best competed in dogfighting and other skills. The team that won, was the 332nd: The Tuskegee airmen.
So they refused to announce a winner🤡
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This beautiful barred owl 🪶 in our side yard was sizing me up. It probably didn't know what to make of the camera. After hearing about owl attacks in our area, I wasn't sure if I should have been afraid or not. 🦉 🇺🇸
#photography #birds #birdphotography #owls
#photography #birds #birdphotography #owls
January 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
This beautiful barred owl 🪶 in our side yard was sizing me up. It probably didn't know what to make of the camera. After hearing about owl attacks in our area, I wasn't sure if I should have been afraid or not. 🦉 🇺🇸
#photography #birds #birdphotography #owls
#photography #birds #birdphotography #owls
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"Baby fox are born with blue eyes. As they grow up, they quickly turn orange or yellow, so this moment is very precious. Seeing a fox with beautiful blue eyes is a special experience.” 📸 This sweet photo was captured by @yokko_graphy ~ full video: www.instagram.com/yokko_graphy/reel/DCjEZuGvuol/
January 28, 2025 at 4:09 AM
"Baby fox are born with blue eyes. As they grow up, they quickly turn orange or yellow, so this moment is very precious. Seeing a fox with beautiful blue eyes is a special experience.” 📸 This sweet photo was captured by @yokko_graphy ~ full video: www.instagram.com/yokko_graphy/reel/DCjEZuGvuol/
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damn you can’t even offer anyone an egg in these trying times
January 26, 2025 at 11:17 PM
damn you can’t even offer anyone an egg in these trying times
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Here is 55 seconds of Latourell Falls if you need to zone out for a while.
January 28, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Here is 55 seconds of Latourell Falls if you need to zone out for a while.
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Do not, I repeat, DO NOT CRASH OUT.
Folks are relying on you to be overstimulated, overwhelmed, & overcome so you won't resist.
Take breaks,
Take a breath,
Be intentional with how you spend your time.
Be effective with how you spend your energy.
Support each other
Rest, live, & fight another day.
Folks are relying on you to be overstimulated, overwhelmed, & overcome so you won't resist.
Take breaks,
Take a breath,
Be intentional with how you spend your time.
Be effective with how you spend your energy.
Support each other
Rest, live, & fight another day.
January 28, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Do not, I repeat, DO NOT CRASH OUT.
Folks are relying on you to be overstimulated, overwhelmed, & overcome so you won't resist.
Take breaks,
Take a breath,
Be intentional with how you spend your time.
Be effective with how you spend your energy.
Support each other
Rest, live, & fight another day.
Folks are relying on you to be overstimulated, overwhelmed, & overcome so you won't resist.
Take breaks,
Take a breath,
Be intentional with how you spend your time.
Be effective with how you spend your energy.
Support each other
Rest, live, & fight another day.
Making BlueSky my go to social media app. With TT full of bots, crypto adds, and fear mongering, it no longer feels like home. The tone here is much more logical, reasonable, and educational. Looking forward to learning more on this new adventure.
January 28, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Making BlueSky my go to social media app. With TT full of bots, crypto adds, and fear mongering, it no longer feels like home. The tone here is much more logical, reasonable, and educational. Looking forward to learning more on this new adventure.
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The only celebrity drama I follow is Elmo's beef with that rock
January 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
The only celebrity drama I follow is Elmo's beef with that rock