@foggypaxton.bsky.social
Everyone should care about what is happening in education and this sums up how banning DEI will impact many students. www.upworthy.com/superintende... #education
District superintendent shares powerful letter against banning DEI from public schools
Read every word of this, no matter what you think you know about DEI.
www.upworthy.com
April 23, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Everyone should care about what is happening in education and this sums up how banning DEI will impact many students. www.upworthy.com/superintende... #education
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California joins group of states suing Trump over plan ‘gutting’ education department
California joins group of states suing Trump over plan ‘gutting’ education department
The plan to fire about 1,378 employees will undermine the Education Department’s ability to perform work mandated by federal law, states said in a suit filed Thursday in federal.
www.eastbaytimes.com
March 13, 2025 at 8:19 PM
California joins group of states suing Trump over plan ‘gutting’ education department
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LOUSIANA:
When you go to the polls this weekend, you're going to see language on Constitutional Amendment 2 that alludes to a teacher pay raise, reduced taxes for 65+ yr olds, & more.
Teachers oppose this CA.
But Americans for Prosperity endorses it.
They were founded by the Koch brothers. 🧵
When you go to the polls this weekend, you're going to see language on Constitutional Amendment 2 that alludes to a teacher pay raise, reduced taxes for 65+ yr olds, & more.
Teachers oppose this CA.
But Americans for Prosperity endorses it.
They were founded by the Koch brothers. 🧵
March 11, 2025 at 8:18 PM
LOUSIANA:
When you go to the polls this weekend, you're going to see language on Constitutional Amendment 2 that alludes to a teacher pay raise, reduced taxes for 65+ yr olds, & more.
Teachers oppose this CA.
But Americans for Prosperity endorses it.
They were founded by the Koch brothers. 🧵
When you go to the polls this weekend, you're going to see language on Constitutional Amendment 2 that alludes to a teacher pay raise, reduced taxes for 65+ yr olds, & more.
Teachers oppose this CA.
But Americans for Prosperity endorses it.
They were founded by the Koch brothers. 🧵
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@schwellenbach.bsky.social with another scoop about conflicts of interest with DOGE/OPM/Musk's businesses. www.pogo.org/investigatio...
Musk's Deep Financial Ties to Top Feds Revealed
Office of Personnel Management political appointees linked to recent controversies and artificial intelligence efforts have significant ties to Elon Musk’s companies.
www.pogo.org
March 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM
@schwellenbach.bsky.social with another scoop about conflicts of interest with DOGE/OPM/Musk's businesses. www.pogo.org/investigatio...
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The more you know…
February 24, 2025 at 12:26 AM
The more you know…
Oh this is leadership…https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-meidastouch-podcast/id1510240831?i=1000695124403
Arizona AG Kris Mayes Exclusive Interview on Legal Battle Against Trump and Musk’s 'Coup'
Podcast Episode · The MeidasTouch Podcast · 02/22/2025 · 20m
podcasts.apple.com
February 22, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Oh this is leadership…https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-meidastouch-podcast/id1510240831?i=1000695124403
25 years married and still my best friend who makes me laugh and keeps me from going crazy during times like this.
February 22, 2025 at 4:16 AM
25 years married and still my best friend who makes me laugh and keeps me from going crazy during times like this.
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Trump Fires Scientists Fighting Bird Flu as Egg Prices Soar
A quarter of USDA scientists tracking the bird flu outbreak were laid off as Trump cuts federal jobs. Experts warn slower testing could worsen outbreaks, while egg prices jumped 11%. 100M birds dead since 2022—how does this fix inflation?
A quarter of USDA scientists tracking the bird flu outbreak were laid off as Trump cuts federal jobs. Experts warn slower testing could worsen outbreaks, while egg prices jumped 11%. 100M birds dead since 2022—how does this fix inflation?
February 18, 2025 at 3:36 AM
Trump Fires Scientists Fighting Bird Flu as Egg Prices Soar
A quarter of USDA scientists tracking the bird flu outbreak were laid off as Trump cuts federal jobs. Experts warn slower testing could worsen outbreaks, while egg prices jumped 11%. 100M birds dead since 2022—how does this fix inflation?
A quarter of USDA scientists tracking the bird flu outbreak were laid off as Trump cuts federal jobs. Experts warn slower testing could worsen outbreaks, while egg prices jumped 11%. 100M birds dead since 2022—how does this fix inflation?
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ATTN FEDERAL WORKERS: I’ll say this again: download all your SF-50s, performance evals, and your eOPF.
Now.
Print hard copies.
And make sure you file an informal grievance with your supervisor within 15 days of any adverse action. Here is a template: www.muellershewrote.com/p/informal-g...
Now.
Print hard copies.
And make sure you file an informal grievance with your supervisor within 15 days of any adverse action. Here is a template: www.muellershewrote.com/p/informal-g...
Informal Grievance Template for Adverse Personnel Actions
There is a limited amount of time to oppose personnel actions. Time is short.
www.muellershewrote.com
February 14, 2025 at 5:34 AM
ATTN FEDERAL WORKERS: I’ll say this again: download all your SF-50s, performance evals, and your eOPF.
Now.
Print hard copies.
And make sure you file an informal grievance with your supervisor within 15 days of any adverse action. Here is a template: www.muellershewrote.com/p/informal-g...
Now.
Print hard copies.
And make sure you file an informal grievance with your supervisor within 15 days of any adverse action. Here is a template: www.muellershewrote.com/p/informal-g...
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Some higher ed organizations who are loudly circling the wagons against federal funding cuts were oddly silent or circumspect about the earlier attacks on CRT and DEI.
I wish there was a better understanding that these attacks are coming because we failed to repel those.
I wish there was a better understanding that these attacks are coming because we failed to repel those.
February 11, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Some higher ed organizations who are loudly circling the wagons against federal funding cuts were oddly silent or circumspect about the earlier attacks on CRT and DEI.
I wish there was a better understanding that these attacks are coming because we failed to repel those.
I wish there was a better understanding that these attacks are coming because we failed to repel those.
“Do not understand the power of this issue.” youtu.be/krcr7k0fHG8?...
#history #protectdemocracy #endracism
#history #protectdemocracy #endracism
Ron Dellums closing the debate on Anti-apartheid sanctions to South Africa.
YouTube video by rbro3001
youtu.be
February 9, 2025 at 7:18 PM
“Do not understand the power of this issue.” youtu.be/krcr7k0fHG8?...
#history #protectdemocracy #endracism
#history #protectdemocracy #endracism
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How You Can Protect Democracy (29 concrete actions)
#ProtectDemocracy #Democracy #NonPartisan #Volunteer #Authoritarianism #Trump #Musk #MAGA #Project2025 #Nationalism #NewApostolicReformation #Plutocracy #Obscurantism
@protectdemocracy.org
How You Can Protect Democracy (29 concrete actions)
⏬ Bluesky article thread (30 min) with extra links 📖
@protectdemocracy.org
How You Can Protect Democracy (29 concrete actions)
⏬ Bluesky article thread (30 min) with extra links 📖
How You Can Protect Democracy
29 concrete actions you can take right now to protect democracy.
protectdemocracy.org
February 6, 2025 at 5:25 PM
How You Can Protect Democracy (29 concrete actions)
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If you’d like here is a quick and easy list of things to ask your senators to do.
Please sir/ma’am,
Please ask @chuckschumer.com to stop negotiating with Republicans immediately and do these things:
Please sir/ma’am,
Please ask @chuckschumer.com to stop negotiating with Republicans immediately and do these things:
February 3, 2025 at 3:35 AM
If you’d like here is a quick and easy list of things to ask your senators to do.
Please sir/ma’am,
Please ask @chuckschumer.com to stop negotiating with Republicans immediately and do these things:
Please sir/ma’am,
Please ask @chuckschumer.com to stop negotiating with Republicans immediately and do these things:
Leadership.
🏆 Governor Pritzker- Illinois - has signed an order prohibiting all J6 rioters from state employment.
February 1, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Leadership.
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During Black History Month, California celebrates the rich history, culture & contributions of Black Americans.
Let this month — and every month following — inspire our unified voices as we continue together on the path toward equality, liberty, and opportunity for all.
Let this month — and every month following — inspire our unified voices as we continue together on the path toward equality, liberty, and opportunity for all.
February 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
During Black History Month, California celebrates the rich history, culture & contributions of Black Americans.
Let this month — and every month following — inspire our unified voices as we continue together on the path toward equality, liberty, and opportunity for all.
Let this month — and every month following — inspire our unified voices as we continue together on the path toward equality, liberty, and opportunity for all.
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When you worry about the risks to our democracy, imagine if you were in high school. thecivicscenter.substack.com/p/smoothing-...
Smoothing the On-ramp to Democracy: Voter Registration as a Staple of American High Schools
4 million Americans turn 18 every year. Let's welcome and celebrate them.
thecivicscenter.substack.com
December 13, 2024 at 2:27 AM
When you worry about the risks to our democracy, imagine if you were in high school. thecivicscenter.substack.com/p/smoothing-...
Took my youngest to the community farmers market and he was in heaven!Love that he is willing to try new food. He is excited about the Reed avocado! #foodie #farmersmarket #dragonfruit
November 10, 2024 at 10:54 PM
Took my youngest to the community farmers market and he was in heaven!Love that he is willing to try new food. He is excited about the Reed avocado! #foodie #farmersmarket #dragonfruit