Cllr Holly Burton 🔶
@hollylburton.bsky.social
London/Kent lass in Yorkshire | Lib Dem Cllr in Hull's University ward | studying MA Public Policy at Leeds Beckett | social liberal | humanist | particularly passionate about HE & EDIA policy | also likes running, collecting vinyl & cats | she/her
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SCOOP: WaPo Opinion editor David Shipley is out. Jeff Bezos emails staff about a change to Post Opinions: "We are going to be writing every day in support and defense of two pillars: personal liberties and free markets."
I've realised recently that some people have very different ideas of what "personal liberties" actually are. See, I thought it was being able to love whoever you might love, live an authentic life with an identity that fits you & bodily autonomy. Turns out it's just about cash, property & guns.
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British politics really needs to wake up to what is happening in America given we have imported a huge amount of its culture war politics. Maybe there are some clues about what would be on the cards here under a Reform government?
September 17, 2025 at 10:56 PM
British politics really needs to wake up to what is happening in America given we have imported a huge amount of its culture war politics. Maybe there are some clues about what would be on the cards here under a Reform government?
I have ADHD and I'm in awe of how poor is attention span is
Q: My condolences on the loss of your friend Charlie Kirk. How are you holding up?
TRUMP: I think very good. And by the way, right there you see all the trucks. They just started construction of the new ballroom for the White House, which is something they've been trying to get for about 150 years.
TRUMP: I think very good. And by the way, right there you see all the trucks. They just started construction of the new ballroom for the White House, which is something they've been trying to get for about 150 years.
September 12, 2025 at 9:54 PM
I have ADHD and I'm in awe of how poor is attention span is
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This is one line from our letter - Not In Our Name: Women in support of the trans+ community.
If it speaks to you, please read the full letter and sign in solidarity with trans+ people: change.org/nion_women
If it speaks to you, please read the full letter and sign in solidarity with trans+ people: change.org/nion_women
Sign the Petition
Not in our name: Women in support of the trans+ community
change.org
September 10, 2025 at 5:54 PM
This is one line from our letter - Not In Our Name: Women in support of the trans+ community.
If it speaks to you, please read the full letter and sign in solidarity with trans+ people: change.org/nion_women
If it speaks to you, please read the full letter and sign in solidarity with trans+ people: change.org/nion_women
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This'll be very telling when he comes to speak. If Farage uses his appearance in front of that committee to encourage a foreign state to bully his own country, he'll have crossed a very specific line.
Politico: "The Sun has seen evidence to [a US] committee submitted by Nigel Farage in which he suggests the White House should use “diplomacy and trade” in the free speech battle, which sounds like calling for Britain to be bullied into a law change."
Is Farage calling for sanctions AGAINST the UK?
Is Farage calling for sanctions AGAINST the UK?
September 3, 2025 at 6:51 AM
This'll be very telling when he comes to speak. If Farage uses his appearance in front of that committee to encourage a foreign state to bully his own country, he'll have crossed a very specific line.
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I don't want to hear another goddamned word about Kamala not running a good enough campaign, not having primaries, etc.
She tried to warn everyone and now all those people who wouldn't lift a finger to preserve democracy in the election are demanding democrats "dO sOmEtHiNg!"
She tried to warn everyone and now all those people who wouldn't lift a finger to preserve democracy in the election are demanding democrats "dO sOmEtHiNg!"
August 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
I don't want to hear another goddamned word about Kamala not running a good enough campaign, not having primaries, etc.
She tried to warn everyone and now all those people who wouldn't lift a finger to preserve democracy in the election are demanding democrats "dO sOmEtHiNg!"
She tried to warn everyone and now all those people who wouldn't lift a finger to preserve democracy in the election are demanding democrats "dO sOmEtHiNg!"
They don't want immigration, yet they object to projects aiming to tackle the climate crisis & improve quality of life in other countries - you know, things that might make people go, "You know what? Maybe I won't spend all I have to make a perilous journey & start again completely from scratch."
August 12, 2025 at 8:40 AM
They don't want immigration, yet they object to projects aiming to tackle the climate crisis & improve quality of life in other countries - you know, things that might make people go, "You know what? Maybe I won't spend all I have to make a perilous journey & start again completely from scratch."
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We don't actually NEED the Epstein files. Most of his victims are still alive today.
The truth is not dead. All we need to do is LISTEN to them.
The truth is not dead. All we need to do is LISTEN to them.
July 28, 2025 at 3:49 AM
We don't actually NEED the Epstein files. Most of his victims are still alive today.
The truth is not dead. All we need to do is LISTEN to them.
The truth is not dead. All we need to do is LISTEN to them.
Not only did she USE THE N-WORD, it was at the EAST INDIA CLUB, a place that apparently STILL EXISTS?
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Reform UK hires ex-Tory MP who was suspended for using racist language
Anne Marie Morris, twice suspended while an MP between 2010 and 2024, will lead Reform’s social care policy
www.theguardian.com
July 3, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Not only did she USE THE N-WORD, it was at the EAST INDIA CLUB, a place that apparently STILL EXISTS?
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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In case you can't tell what just happened, JK Rowling instructed her followers to take photos of anyone in a women's restroom who doesn't match their idea of Western feminine beauty standards. Short hair? Thick cheekbones/jaw? Too tall or broad-shouldered? You're now "a man" and will be harassed.
If you're still buying wizard book shit, you are no friend to the trans community. Here's the wizard book bigot inciting harassment against innocent people to her 14 million followers on the nazi app.
And no, they can't Always Tell.
And no, they can't Always Tell.
June 23, 2025 at 4:06 AM
In case you can't tell what just happened, JK Rowling instructed her followers to take photos of anyone in a women's restroom who doesn't match their idea of Western feminine beauty standards. Short hair? Thick cheekbones/jaw? Too tall or broad-shouldered? You're now "a man" and will be harassed.
I s c r e m in great frustration and anguish.
June 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM
I s c r e m in great frustration and anguish.
My partner and I were talking about the by-election in Scotland last night - I googled at least the forst 5 articles were about how well Reform (who lost) have apparently done. Labour (who won) barely mentioned - another Google and the first mention of him is parroting Reform criticism.
When did you ever hear the BBC stating that it must alter “story selection” and “other types of output, such as drama”, to win the trust of Green voters, or of unrepresented people on the left?
All the shifts are in just one direction.
bylinetimes.com/2025/06/09/b...
All the shifts are in just one direction.
bylinetimes.com/2025/06/09/b...
BBC Bosses Draw Up Plans to Win Over Reform Voters by Changing News and Drama Output
The Director General Tim Davie and other executives discussed altering BBC “story selection” in order to secure the "trust" of supporters of Nigel Farage’s party
bylinetimes.com
June 10, 2025 at 10:06 AM
My partner and I were talking about the by-election in Scotland last night - I googled at least the forst 5 articles were about how well Reform (who lost) have apparently done. Labour (who won) barely mentioned - another Google and the first mention of him is parroting Reform criticism.
An incredible man, so wronged.
On the 7th of June, 1954, Alan Turing died. He was discovered the following day. His birthday would have been the 23rd of June. He had opted for chemical castration following his conviction for homsexuality and indecency.
Now, of course, we celebrate June as Pride Month.
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Now, of course, we celebrate June as Pride Month.
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June 8, 2025 at 12:34 AM
An incredible man, so wronged.
American far-right “Christians” are funding groups here who want to see reproductive rights rolled back you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/decriminalise-abortion-and-make-it-a-protected-human-right
Decriminalise abortion and make it a protected human right.
Women’s rights are under threat from the far right.
Nigel Farage just called our current abortion provisions “utterly ludicrous” – and others in power are paying attention.
A vote in Parliament could ...
you.38degrees.org.uk
June 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM
American far-right “Christians” are funding groups here who want to see reproductive rights rolled back you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/decriminalise-abortion-and-make-it-a-protected-human-right
I know this has happened before, but it is incredibly chilling, nonetheless. One cannot ignore how emboldened some sort of people have become. My thoughts are with those affected, and scared.
Reproductive rights should not up for debate, wherever you are.
Reproductive rights should not up for debate, wherever you are.
One dead after large explosion from a bomb “in or near a vehicle” parked at a reproductive health clinic in Palm Springs www.latimes.com/california/s...
One dead after large explosion near reproductive health clinic in Palm Springs
Authorities are investigating after a blast severely damaged American Reproductive Centers, a fertility clinic that offers IVF treatments in the Coachella Valley, along with other nearby buildings.
www.latimes.com
May 18, 2025 at 1:57 AM
I know this has happened before, but it is incredibly chilling, nonetheless. One cannot ignore how emboldened some sort of people have become. My thoughts are with those affected, and scared.
Reproductive rights should not up for debate, wherever you are.
Reproductive rights should not up for debate, wherever you are.
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For over ten weeks, Israeli forces have blocked food, water and medicine from entering Gaza.
With over two million facing famine and the Netanyahu Government planning to seize all of Gaza, will the PM back a joint plan to recognise Palestine and end this appalling blockade?
With over two million facing famine and the Netanyahu Government planning to seize all of Gaza, will the PM back a joint plan to recognise Palestine and end this appalling blockade?
May 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
For over ten weeks, Israeli forces have blocked food, water and medicine from entering Gaza.
With over two million facing famine and the Netanyahu Government planning to seize all of Gaza, will the PM back a joint plan to recognise Palestine and end this appalling blockade?
With over two million facing famine and the Netanyahu Government planning to seize all of Gaza, will the PM back a joint plan to recognise Palestine and end this appalling blockade?
Obligatory mention of the indiscriminate NI hike, that has impacted the voluntary sector and others vital for prevention and community care. Have they spoken to anyone in local government?
Yvette Cooper repeatedly refused to give a straight answer just now on Today to straight Q “Will councils get more money to pay care workers more?” She repeatedly committed to higher carer pay but wouldn’t commit to money so councils can fund it. Think that speaks volumes about the mess we are in.
May 13, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Obligatory mention of the indiscriminate NI hike, that has impacted the voluntary sector and others vital for prevention and community care. Have they spoken to anyone in local government?
Understand this sentiment as LGBTQ+ Lib Dems and LD Women in particular have been excellent, and the national party have been decent. However, perhaps there is some worthwhile feedback in the comments and statements could be stronger. I get that criticising judges isn't a road we want to go down...
STATEMENT ON PRIDE:
While we understand #Pride organisers' frustrations with Labour and the Conservatives' swithering on LGBT+ and especially trans+ rights of late, we are sickened to our core to be lumped together with them in a blanket suspension on parties attending major Prides this year.
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While we understand #Pride organisers' frustrations with Labour and the Conservatives' swithering on LGBT+ and especially trans+ rights of late, we are sickened to our core to be lumped together with them in a blanket suspension on parties attending major Prides this year.
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May 12, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Understand this sentiment as LGBTQ+ Lib Dems and LD Women in particular have been excellent, and the national party have been decent. However, perhaps there is some worthwhile feedback in the comments and statements could be stronger. I get that criticising judges isn't a road we want to go down...
Shame on the Observer for this. I've never seen anything quite like it?
It's not Bake Off. It's a global far-right insurgency.
To normalise Nigel Farage, is to normalise Donald Trump.
We, the media, have to wise up fast.
broligarchy.substack.com/p/springtime...
To normalise Nigel Farage, is to normalise Donald Trump.
We, the media, have to wise up fast.
broligarchy.substack.com/p/springtime...
Springtime for Hitler
It's not Bake Off. It's a global far-right insurgency.
broligarchy.substack.com
May 7, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Shame on the Observer for this. I've never seen anything quite like it?
The mainstream media have platformed Farage when he was basically a nobody for years, and now Reform get disproportionate coverage since last year’s GE despite the Lib Dem’s 70+ seats. They are responsible for this situation.
May 4, 2025 at 7:20 PM
The mainstream media have platformed Farage when he was basically a nobody for years, and now Reform get disproportionate coverage since last year’s GE despite the Lib Dem’s 70+ seats. They are responsible for this situation.
"The renewable energy sector is the single biggest influence on the local economy for generations. The energy sector creates thousands of new jobs. It brings a wealth of opportunity for local people and businesses." - Greenport Hull
The death cult of extremist tin pot capitalism is upon us - the repeated failure of the mass media to hold these people to account is disastrous and as they destroy the world for the profit of the few they will cause pain and poverty for multitudes
May 4, 2025 at 10:34 AM
"The renewable energy sector is the single biggest influence on the local economy for generations. The energy sector creates thousands of new jobs. It brings a wealth of opportunity for local people and businesses." - Greenport Hull
Looking forward to this!
'Historically, this has proven to be a popular service, and we anticipate that our residents will enjoy its return over the summer'
'Popular bus service' to North York Moors returns
www.hulldailymail.co.uk
May 3, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Looking forward to this!
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We know the threat Reform poses – to our communities, our democracy and our precious liberal values. We know where their divisive, destructive brand of politics could lead.
Other parties can't or won't stand up to them. It's up to us to be the antidote to Reform's hate and division.
Other parties can't or won't stand up to them. It's up to us to be the antidote to Reform's hate and division.
May 3, 2025 at 9:13 PM
We know the threat Reform poses – to our communities, our democracy and our precious liberal values. We know where their divisive, destructive brand of politics could lead.
Other parties can't or won't stand up to them. It's up to us to be the antidote to Reform's hate and division.
Other parties can't or won't stand up to them. It's up to us to be the antidote to Reform's hate and division.
Today, I learned that I am not over this silly cat from like 2018. I came across these photos while looking for something else…
He had a fever, we nursed him back to health. One of my housemates didn’t want a cat though, which is fair, but I came back from work to find him gone and I’m still upset.
He had a fever, we nursed him back to health. One of my housemates didn’t want a cat though, which is fair, but I came back from work to find him gone and I’m still upset.
April 30, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Today, I learned that I am not over this silly cat from like 2018. I came across these photos while looking for something else…
He had a fever, we nursed him back to health. One of my housemates didn’t want a cat though, which is fair, but I came back from work to find him gone and I’m still upset.
He had a fever, we nursed him back to health. One of my housemates didn’t want a cat though, which is fair, but I came back from work to find him gone and I’m still upset.
Listening to some MCR Three Cheers/Black Parade tonight & really caught off guard by the realisation that those albums are 20 years old, as old (almost) as the OMD, Tears For Fears, XTC & Peter Gabriel albums my dad put on my first iPod were then 😭 (thanks to my dad for having good music taste tho)
April 23, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Listening to some MCR Three Cheers/Black Parade tonight & really caught off guard by the realisation that those albums are 20 years old, as old (almost) as the OMD, Tears For Fears, XTC & Peter Gabriel albums my dad put on my first iPod were then 😭 (thanks to my dad for having good music taste tho)