And yet the hardest thing we can do is to remain hopeful.

I lived in Memphis for 30 years and still call it my second home. It is a big blue dot in an otherwise red state. The National Guard won’t solve Memphis’s problems, but funds for food, housing, jobs and education might.

My husband and I split our time between Sacramento and Memphis. We don’t plan to give our money to In-N-Out in either location. We’ve learned to vote with our dollars, supporting local businesses that give back to their communities.

And they’re trying to edit history to conform with their fantasies. These men are racist, sexist bullies who believe they are above the law. I only hope I live long enough to see them held accountable for the crimes they’re committing along the way.

Rep. Doris Matsui has shared this data on how the BBB will affect household energy costs. Looks like Californians face a midrange increase of 10-12%. (The map seems to be a tad geographically challenged, but I’m grateful for the info.)

Trump views the economy as a zero-sum game — hence, his addition-by-subtraction scheme: Deport people; take away healthcare and benefits so the poor and sick and old die. Then there’s a bigger share of the pie left for Trump and his rich cronies. The strategy is as sick as it is narcissistic.

According to this graphic shared by Senator Warren, 2.4 million Californians are projected to lose their healthcare if the BBB passes. I have seen no info from Schiff or Padilla.

The sun was inches away when the Rivercats found a way to win. I had kinda forgotten “win” but I’ll take it where I can get it.

I’m worried about you, Holler. It feels like Social Media ICE kidnapped you and we don’t know where you’ve gone or why.