Trump administration backtracks on eliminating thousands of national parks employees

www.latimes.com/california/s...

Many are asking: “What can I do now?”

Here’s a revised and expanded list of actions you can take, in rough order of importance. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/more-on-what-you-can-do

Make no mistake: Trump’s first week was a catastrophe for many vulnerable people. But the biggest story was his startling initial moves from democracy to oligarchy.

My hope lies in Americans noticing this. robertreich.substack.com/p/trumps-fir...

And now for some GOOD news. First 100 packs of LOVE BUGS valentines have been sold! 10% of the way to the goal.

Trying to get *lots* of animal facts into mailboxes, classrooms, and offices this Valentines day (while supporting @skypeascientist.bsky.social!)

Get 'em here:
squidfacts.bigcartel.com

A word of caution for the months and years to come:

Outrage is anger which arises from fear which is a deep-seated human response, and farming outrage for attention is not a partisan phenomenon.

Before you spread it, double check your sources.

Happy National Popcorn Day!! Let's celebrate with this 1943 treat for Popcorn Balls. Did you make these as a kid, or did you make them with your kids? Let me know below. 🍽️ 🍜 #FoodSky #Cooking #Recipes #RecipeOfTheDay #Foodies #Menuoftheday #foodhistory

If you’re feeling despair today, I understand.

But Trump’s second term will expose a reality that's been hidden from many Americans: the raw, stinking power of the American oligarchy.

I’m hopeful that America will see this reality for what it is and respond to it. youtu.be/bepjl3orz1A?...