Deb Pastner
@dpastner.bsky.social
Doctoral student, University of Texas at Austin. Proud alumna of the Missouri School of Journalism, Minnesota Star Tribune, Nieman Fellowship, and Wellesley College.
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Pretty consistent pro-genocide politics, though
Wild to think that just a few months ago this administration was cracking down on universities for not doing enough to root out antisemitism www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
U.S. Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses as hate symbols
The military service, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has drafted a new policy that classifies such items “potentially divisive.”
www.washingtonpost.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Pretty consistent pro-genocide politics, though
With the Second Lady of the United States I wish we’d ended up with. @texastribune.org
November 13, 2025 at 10:16 PM
With the Second Lady of the United States I wish we’d ended up with. @texastribune.org
Kevin P. Eltife, UT Board of Regents chair: “We enthusiastically look forward to engaging with university officials and reviewing the compact immediately.” www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/u...
Trump Administration Asks Colleges to Sign ‘Compact’ to Get Funding Preference
www.nytimes.com
October 2, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Kevin P. Eltife, UT Board of Regents chair: “We enthusiastically look forward to engaging with university officials and reviewing the compact immediately.” www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/u...
As the United States contends with a government intent on erasing liberties and identities, it was a salve on my soul to see Harvey Milk’s name and photo at the San Francisco airport. A reminder to never give up the fight for what is right.
August 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM
As the United States contends with a government intent on erasing liberties and identities, it was a salve on my soul to see Harvey Milk’s name and photo at the San Francisco airport. A reminder to never give up the fight for what is right.
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20,000 strong in Austin, Texas this evening at the #nokingsprotest
June 15, 2025 at 1:23 AM
20,000 strong in Austin, Texas this evening at the #nokingsprotest
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If you’ve ever wondered what you would’ve done in 1930s Germany — look around. You’re doing it now.
We are so proud of the people rising up in nonviolent defiance — in LA, in #Chicago, and in cities nationwide.
❌👑 Join us Saturday, June 14 to protest Trump’s fascist regime: NoKings.org
#NoKings
We are so proud of the people rising up in nonviolent defiance — in LA, in #Chicago, and in cities nationwide.
❌👑 Join us Saturday, June 14 to protest Trump’s fascist regime: NoKings.org
#NoKings
June 11, 2025 at 1:47 AM
If you’ve ever wondered what you would’ve done in 1930s Germany — look around. You’re doing it now.
We are so proud of the people rising up in nonviolent defiance — in LA, in #Chicago, and in cities nationwide.
❌👑 Join us Saturday, June 14 to protest Trump’s fascist regime: NoKings.org
#NoKings
We are so proud of the people rising up in nonviolent defiance — in LA, in #Chicago, and in cities nationwide.
❌👑 Join us Saturday, June 14 to protest Trump’s fascist regime: NoKings.org
#NoKings
Trump’s actions since January have led to this moment: his desire to establish an authoritarian state. It’s time for Americans to decide what kind of country they want to live in.
Trump praises ‘great job’ by national guard in calming LA protests, as mayor says troops are not in the city – US politics live
Mayor Karen Bass disputes president’s claim as she thanks local law enforcement for dealing with unrest following immigration crackdown
www.theguardian.com
June 8, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Trump’s actions since January have led to this moment: his desire to establish an authoritarian state. It’s time for Americans to decide what kind of country they want to live in.
M. Gessen capturing the moment we are living in — the normalization of the unconscionable. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/28/o...
Opinion | Beware: We Are Entering a New Phase of the Trump Era
www.nytimes.com
May 30, 2025 at 11:45 AM
M. Gessen capturing the moment we are living in — the normalization of the unconscionable. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/28/o...
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Breaking News: The Trump administration halted Harvard’s ability to enroll international students, a major escalation in its battle with the school.
Trump Administration Halts Harvard’s Ability to Enroll International Students
www.nytimes.com
May 22, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Breaking News: The Trump administration halted Harvard’s ability to enroll international students, a major escalation in its battle with the school.
Vermont is the best state, full stop.
In these difficult times building community, and support for each other, is extremely important. That’s why I’m holding community dances around Vermont.
We just had a great event in Hardwick. People of all ages danced the night away.
We just had a great event in Hardwick. People of all ages danced the night away.
May 18, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Vermont is the best state, full stop.
Prolife party, indeed.
This line is going to stick with me for a very long time.
“One of them is a 4-year-old with Stage 4 cancer who was deported without medication or the ability to contact their doctors…”
“One of them is a 4-year-old with Stage 4 cancer who was deported without medication or the ability to contact their doctors…”
Three U.S. citizens, ages 2, 4 and 7, swiftly deported from Louisiana
The cases have renewed concerns that the Trump administration’s expedited deportations are violating the rights of both citizens and noncitizens.
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April 27, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Prolife party, indeed.
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The pro life party is summarily sentencing toddlers to exile
April 26, 2025 at 3:54 AM
The pro life party is summarily sentencing toddlers to exile
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I just heard from a *Canadian* journalist traveling to the US that he is using a burner phone for the first time ever. Says he feels like he’s lost a best friend. Same, I said. cpj.org/2025/04/cpj-...
CPJ issues safety advisory for journalists traveling to the United States - Committee to Protect Journalists
The Committee to Protect Journalists today released a safety advisory covering a wide range of digital, physical, and legal tips aimed at journalists and media workers who plan to visit the United Sta...
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April 17, 2025 at 10:06 PM
I just heard from a *Canadian* journalist traveling to the US that he is using a burner phone for the first time ever. Says he feels like he’s lost a best friend. Same, I said. cpj.org/2025/04/cpj-...
Tens of thousands walk down 5th Avenue in the Hands Off march in Manhattan on Saturday.
April 5, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Tens of thousands walk down 5th Avenue in the Hands Off march in Manhattan on Saturday.
So let me get this straight: you can vandalize the US Capitol and physically attack police officers, and you’ll be celebrated by this administration. But if you dare *verbalize* your opinions, you’ll be deported. Makes sense.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the government revoked the visa of Rumeysa Ozturk, an international student at Tufts University who was detained by U.S. immigration agents on Tuesday. Ozturk, a Turkish citizen and a Muslim, has written essays in support of Palestinian rights. nyti.ms/4janPRO
March 27, 2025 at 9:51 PM
So let me get this straight: you can vandalize the US Capitol and physically attack police officers, and you’ll be celebrated by this administration. But if you dare *verbalize* your opinions, you’ll be deported. Makes sense.
This is the same person who recounted killing a pet dog and goat in her autobiography, so we know she lacks both empathy and common sense.
Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem making content in front of the imprisoned men of El Salvador's notorious Terrorism Confinement Center mega-prison www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
March 27, 2025 at 2:47 AM
This is the same person who recounted killing a pet dog and goat in her autobiography, so we know she lacks both empathy and common sense.
I wish I could say I’m surprised. www.nytimes.com/2025/03/24/u...
Top Trump Officials Discussed Secret War Plans in Group Chat With Atlantic Journalist
The conversation among the defense secretary and other national security officials on a commercial messaging app mistakenly included the editor in chief of The Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg.
www.nytimes.com
March 24, 2025 at 8:41 PM
I wish I could say I’m surprised. www.nytimes.com/2025/03/24/u...
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we believe we are special and we simply are not
March 21, 2025 at 9:29 PM
we believe we are special and we simply are not
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The Trump administration moved one large step closer to a constitutional showdown with the judicial branch of government when airplane-loads of Venezuelan detainees deplaned in El Salvador even though a federal judge had ordered that the planes reverse course and return the detainees to the U.S.
With Deportations, Trump Steps Closer to Showdown With Judicial Branch
“Oopsie … Too late,” El Salvador’s president said, mocking a court order that deportation flights to his country turn back to the United States. Top administration officials thanked him.
www.nytimes.com
March 17, 2025 at 9:32 AM
The Trump administration moved one large step closer to a constitutional showdown with the judicial branch of government when airplane-loads of Venezuelan detainees deplaned in El Salvador even though a federal judge had ordered that the planes reverse course and return the detainees to the U.S.
I too often wistfully think back to the good ol’ days when you could be lucky enough to catch mumps, measles and rubella.
RFK Jr: "It used to be that everybody got measles. And the measles gave you lifetime protection against measles infection. The vaccine doesn't do that ... it used to be that very young kids were protected by breast milk. Women who get vaccinated do not provide that level of immunity."
March 12, 2025 at 4:16 AM
I too often wistfully think back to the good ol’ days when you could be lucky enough to catch mumps, measles and rubella.
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The detention of Mahmoud Khalil puts all Americans fundamental rights at risk. And if you can’t see that because you oppose his politics, well that’s exactly the reaction Trump and his cronies are counting on. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
Mahmoud Khalil’s Detention Is a Trial Run
The pro-Palestine student was arrested without due process for exercising his right to free speech. He will not be the last.
www.theatlantic.com
March 11, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The detention of Mahmoud Khalil puts all Americans fundamental rights at risk. And if you can’t see that because you oppose his politics, well that’s exactly the reaction Trump and his cronies are counting on. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...