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A win for truth and history: A National Park Service page(removed by Musk) on the Underground Railroad has been restored to prominently feature Harriet Tubman, after her image and quote were removed earlier this year. Now, her legacy as a fearless champion for freedom has rightfully been restored. ✊
April 8, 2025 at 1:52 AM
A win for truth and history: A National Park Service page(removed by Musk) on the Underground Railroad has been restored to prominently feature Harriet Tubman, after her image and quote were removed earlier this year. Now, her legacy as a fearless champion for freedom has rightfully been restored. ✊
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We fight to give hope — a reminder that there are still those within the government standing up for what’s right. Since Saturday, we’ve faced relentless attacks. We know there will be consequences for our actions, but we will not back down.
April 8, 2025 at 3:10 AM
We fight to give hope — a reminder that there are still those within the government standing up for what’s right. Since Saturday, we’ve faced relentless attacks. We know there will be consequences for our actions, but we will not back down.
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By a 5-4 vote, the justices allowed the administration to freeze millions of dollars in grant funding for diversity and instructional programs at public and private universities.
Supreme Court sides with administration over Education Department grants
By a 5-4 vote, the justices allowed the administration to freeze millions of dollars in grant funding for diversity and instructional programs at public and private universities.
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April 4, 2025 at 9:17 PM
By a 5-4 vote, the justices allowed the administration to freeze millions of dollars in grant funding for diversity and instructional programs at public and private universities.
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We just want to say—we’re sorry. We know how emotionally exhausting all of this is, and we truly understand. But you’re not alone. We’re in this together.
April 5, 2025 at 4:38 AM
We just want to say—we’re sorry. We know how emotionally exhausting all of this is, and we truly understand. But you’re not alone. We’re in this together.
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We see you all! Incredible turnout so far across the country — current estimates put participation at around 750,000 and counting! More accurate numbers are still coming in, with many events yet to begin.
April 5, 2025 at 5:56 PM
We see you all! Incredible turnout so far across the country — current estimates put participation at around 750,000 and counting! More accurate numbers are still coming in, with many events yet to begin.
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“The prospect of such limited development is another reason to simply leave the oil in the ground, many other commenters noted. Why risk environmental contamination of a national forest for limited economic benefit, they asked.”
Conecuh National Forest, which lines the Alabama-Florida border, is a biodiversity hotspot. Could oil and gas development put that at risk?
Should Oil and Gas Drilling Expand in This Biodiverse National Forest? The Public Overwhelmingly Says No - Inside Climate News
CONECUH NATIONAL FOREST, Ala.—Jimmy Stiles knows Conecuh National Forest. He lives in it. Stiles, a field biologist, has lived in his home in the northern section of the forest, which lines the Alaba...
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April 2, 2025 at 2:20 AM
“The prospect of such limited development is another reason to simply leave the oil in the ground, many other commenters noted. Why risk environmental contamination of a national forest for limited economic benefit, they asked.”
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Whether you're a shopper or a seller, a worker or a business owner, you likely have a lot on your mind when it comes to budgeting, planning trips or big purchases. And we want to hear all about it.
How are inflation or tariffs affecting your shopping and budget? NPR wants to know
Whether you're a shopper or a seller, a worker or a business owner, you likely have a lot on your mind when it comes to budgeting, planning trips or big purchases. And we want to hear all about it.
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March 24, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Whether you're a shopper or a seller, a worker or a business owner, you likely have a lot on your mind when it comes to budgeting, planning trips or big purchases. And we want to hear all about it.
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This administration is incompetent and endangering our troops. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared war plans in an encrypted chat—including a journalist—two hours before strikes on the Houthis in Yemen, the White House confirmed.
March 24, 2025 at 7:25 PM
This administration is incompetent and endangering our troops. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared war plans in an encrypted chat—including a journalist—two hours before strikes on the Houthis in Yemen, the White House confirmed.
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Billionaire Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick: “Let’s say Social Security didn’t send out their checks this month. My mother, who’s 94, wouldn’t call and complain,” he said. “Whoever screams is the one stealing.”
March 23, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Billionaire Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick: “Let’s say Social Security didn’t send out their checks this month. My mother, who’s 94, wouldn’t call and complain,” he said. “Whoever screams is the one stealing.”
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Who's ready for the #Walmart boycott?
Mark your calendars for April 7-14. But forever is better! Feel free to start NOW, no need to wait!
#BoycottWalmart #WalmartBoycott
Mark your calendars for April 7-14. But forever is better! Feel free to start NOW, no need to wait!
#BoycottWalmart #WalmartBoycott
March 23, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Who's ready for the #Walmart boycott?
Mark your calendars for April 7-14. But forever is better! Feel free to start NOW, no need to wait!
#BoycottWalmart #WalmartBoycott
Mark your calendars for April 7-14. But forever is better! Feel free to start NOW, no need to wait!
#BoycottWalmart #WalmartBoycott
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The death toll reached the milestone just days after Israel resumed its military campaign in Gaza, breaking a ceasefire with Hamas.
Palestinian deaths in Gaza rise above 50,000 as Israel expands its military campaign
The death toll reached the milestone just days after Israel resumed its military campaign in Gaza, breaking a ceasefire with Hamas.
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March 23, 2025 at 12:23 PM
The death toll reached the milestone just days after Israel resumed its military campaign in Gaza, breaking a ceasefire with Hamas.
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Americans are going hungry under Trump. Food banks across the country — already strained by deep cuts to locally grown food programs — the U.S. Department of Agriculture is canceling $500 million in expected food deliveries, further disrupting aid as demand continues to grow.
March 22, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Americans are going hungry under Trump. Food banks across the country — already strained by deep cuts to locally grown food programs — the U.S. Department of Agriculture is canceling $500 million in expected food deliveries, further disrupting aid as demand continues to grow.
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This is absolutely impacting us. No paper for the copier, returning to the office (but no supplies, monitors, or chairs), and no field equipment.
The DOGE cuts are wasting taxpayer money, not saving it.
At the same time Elon’s companies continue to get contracts.
Conservation over corporations.
The DOGE cuts are wasting taxpayer money, not saving it.
At the same time Elon’s companies continue to get contracts.
Conservation over corporations.
How cuts and $1 payment limits are making federal jobs harder
Interior Department employees say they have been scrambling to keep the lights on and do their jobs as budget cuts driven by the Department of Government efficiency team start to bite.
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March 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
This is absolutely impacting us. No paper for the copier, returning to the office (but no supplies, monitors, or chairs), and no field equipment.
The DOGE cuts are wasting taxpayer money, not saving it.
At the same time Elon’s companies continue to get contracts.
Conservation over corporations.
The DOGE cuts are wasting taxpayer money, not saving it.
At the same time Elon’s companies continue to get contracts.
Conservation over corporations.
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The Trump administration's efforts to end DEI programs is hitting some unexpected targets, including a nationwide effort planting shade trees in neighborhoods to reduce extreme heat.
Is planting trees 'DEI'? Trump administration cuts nationwide tree-planting effort
The Trump administration's efforts to end DEI programs is hitting some unexpected targets, including a nationwide effort planting shade trees in neighborhoods to reduce extreme heat.
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March 22, 2025 at 8:35 PM
The Trump administration's efforts to end DEI programs is hitting some unexpected targets, including a nationwide effort planting shade trees in neighborhoods to reduce extreme heat.
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If you call because your social security check didn't arrive you are a "fraudster".
Unbelievable. You paid into SSA your whole life. That money is yours.
In 2025 SSA benefits represented ~31% of income of people over 65. Seniors NEED this.
#factcheckfriday #eattherich
www.ssa.gov/news/press/f...
Unbelievable. You paid into SSA your whole life. That money is yours.
In 2025 SSA benefits represented ~31% of income of people over 65. Seniors NEED this.
#factcheckfriday #eattherich
www.ssa.gov/news/press/f...
March 21, 2025 at 9:38 PM
If you call because your social security check didn't arrive you are a "fraudster".
Unbelievable. You paid into SSA your whole life. That money is yours.
In 2025 SSA benefits represented ~31% of income of people over 65. Seniors NEED this.
#factcheckfriday #eattherich
www.ssa.gov/news/press/f...
Unbelievable. You paid into SSA your whole life. That money is yours.
In 2025 SSA benefits represented ~31% of income of people over 65. Seniors NEED this.
#factcheckfriday #eattherich
www.ssa.gov/news/press/f...
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Updated guidance for the unlawfully terminated employees.
Update on terminated employee status and the national grievance. #unionstrong #unionsmatter #nffestrong #holdtheline #bettertogether www.nffe-fsc.org/downloads/ab...
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March 21, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Updated guidance for the unlawfully terminated employees.
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Boycotts work. Keep up the pressure on Nestle this week (and beyond!)
EVENT LINK: www.facebook.com/share/17aN7B...
#BoycottNestle #NestleBoycott
#TargetBoycott
EVENT LINK: www.facebook.com/share/17aN7B...
#BoycottNestle #NestleBoycott
#TargetBoycott
March 22, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Boycotts work. Keep up the pressure on Nestle this week (and beyond!)
EVENT LINK: www.facebook.com/share/17aN7B...
#BoycottNestle #NestleBoycott
#TargetBoycott
EVENT LINK: www.facebook.com/share/17aN7B...
#BoycottNestle #NestleBoycott
#TargetBoycott
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NPR talked to the families of four men believed to be in El Salvador. None of them had a serious criminal record in the U.S. Only some had been charged with illegal entry. Three
Families of deported Venezuelans dispute gang claims after deportations under Alien Enemies Act
NPR talked to the families of four men believed to be in El Salvador. None of them had a serious criminal record in the U.S. Only some had been charged with illegal entry. Three had signed their volun...
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March 21, 2025 at 5:55 PM
NPR talked to the families of four men believed to be in El Salvador. None of them had a serious criminal record in the U.S. Only some had been charged with illegal entry. Three
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The lawsuit includes a photo of a notebook found in John Barnett's truck when he died by suicide, bearing the message, "I pray Boeing Pays!!!" In response to the new lawsuit, Boeing said in a statement, "We are saddened by John Barnett's death and extend our condolences to his family."
Whistleblower John Barnett's family files wrongful death suit against Boeing
The lawsuit includes a photo of a notebook found in John Barnett's truck when he died by suicide, bearing the message, "I pray Boeing Pays!!!" In response to the new lawsuit, Boeing said in a statemen...
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March 21, 2025 at 9:10 PM
The lawsuit includes a photo of a notebook found in John Barnett's truck when he died by suicide, bearing the message, "I pray Boeing Pays!!!" In response to the new lawsuit, Boeing said in a statement, "We are saddened by John Barnett's death and extend our condolences to his family."
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Apparently Gweneth Paltrow is back to touting raw milk.
Here are some common infectious diseases you can get from raw milk: Salmonella, Campylobacter, E. coli, Listeria, tuberculosis, brucellosis, and avian flu. Among others.
Here are some common infectious diseases you can get from raw milk: Salmonella, Campylobacter, E. coli, Listeria, tuberculosis, brucellosis, and avian flu. Among others.
March 21, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Apparently Gweneth Paltrow is back to touting raw milk.
Here are some common infectious diseases you can get from raw milk: Salmonella, Campylobacter, E. coli, Listeria, tuberculosis, brucellosis, and avian flu. Among others.
Here are some common infectious diseases you can get from raw milk: Salmonella, Campylobacter, E. coli, Listeria, tuberculosis, brucellosis, and avian flu. Among others.
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The IRS says some Americans who have not filed their 2021 tax returns could be eligible for a pandemic-era relief payment, as long as they do so by April 15. Here's what to know as Tax Day approaches.
It's your last chance to claim pandemic-era stimulus checks, the IRS says. Here's how
The IRS says some Americans who have not filed their 2021 tax returns could be eligible for a pandemic-era relief payment, as long as they do so by April 15. Here's what to know as Tax Day approaches.
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March 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The IRS says some Americans who have not filed their 2021 tax returns could be eligible for a pandemic-era relief payment, as long as they do so by April 15. Here's what to know as Tax Day approaches.
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Vance will be the first sitting vice president to serve as party finance chairman, according to the RNC. The move places a top Trump ally within the party's campaign wing ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Vice President Vance has a new gig: fundraising for the Republican National Committee
Vance will be the first sitting vice president to serve as party finance chairman, according to the RNC. The move places a top Trump ally within the party's campaign wing ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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March 18, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Vance will be the first sitting vice president to serve as party finance chairman, according to the RNC. The move places a top Trump ally within the party's campaign wing ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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A federal judge has found that the Trump administration likely violated the Constitution when it effectively shuttered the U.S. Agency for International Development.
A federal judge says the USAID shutdown likely violated the Constitution
A federal judge has found that the Trump administration likely violated the Constitution when it effectively shuttered the U.S. Agency for International Development.
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March 18, 2025 at 7:56 PM
A federal judge has found that the Trump administration likely violated the Constitution when it effectively shuttered the U.S. Agency for International Development.