Kathryn Drago
@ktothedizzo.bsky.social
Wife, cat servant, striving for kindness and connection, progressive, community organizer, defender of the good in Alabama, non-practicing science and science education reseacher
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🚨 w/today's news that Trump/MAGA/GOP have shut down Medicaid portals nationally, here's a breakout of total Medicaid & CHIP enrollment in every state by Congressional District.
Total enrollment data is as of Oct. 2024. ACA expansion data is as of June 2024.
#ALABAMA: 15% of the total population.
Total enrollment data is as of Oct. 2024. ACA expansion data is as of June 2024.
#ALABAMA: 15% of the total population.
January 28, 2025 at 9:11 PM
🚨 w/today's news that Trump/MAGA/GOP have shut down Medicaid portals nationally, here's a breakout of total Medicaid & CHIP enrollment in every state by Congressional District.
Total enrollment data is as of Oct. 2024. ACA expansion data is as of June 2024.
#ALABAMA: 15% of the total population.
Total enrollment data is as of Oct. 2024. ACA expansion data is as of June 2024.
#ALABAMA: 15% of the total population.
Cool, cool, cool...
Alabama Medicaid portal temporarily closed, pending federal guidance
Closure comes after federal loan, grant funding freeze
www.wbrc.com/2025/01/28/a...
Closure comes after federal loan, grant funding freeze
www.wbrc.com/2025/01/28/a...
Alabama Medicaid portal temporarily closed, pending federal guidance
Access to the State of Alabama’s Medicaid portal has been temporarily closed.
www.wbrc.com
January 29, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Cool, cool, cool...
Let's take a look at why the Alabama prison system has been ruled unconstitutional. Cruel and unusual punishment.
www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
With shocking secret footage, prison doc ‘The Alabama Solution' should outrage the nation
Directors Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman sat down at our studio in Park City to discuss their remarkable investigative documentary.
www.latimes.com
January 28, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Let's take a look at why the Alabama prison system has been ruled unconstitutional. Cruel and unusual punishment.
www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
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Again, if you're new to #Alabama, you're going to hear about the "Big Mules" I decided to read up on them. (No, I did not get to the bottom of my email.)
"The coalition blocked major economic and social change by constraining labor movements and disenfranchising African Americans and poor whites."
"The coalition blocked major economic and social change by constraining labor movements and disenfranchising African Americans and poor whites."
Black Belt-Big Mule Coalition - Encyclopedia of Alabama
The label Black Belt-Big Mule Coalition refers to a political coalition of businessmen and politicians who represented and promoted the interests of large‑scale agriculture and industry and dominated ...
encyclopediaofalabama.org
January 28, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Again, if you're new to #Alabama, you're going to hear about the "Big Mules" I decided to read up on them. (No, I did not get to the bottom of my email.)
"The coalition blocked major economic and social change by constraining labor movements and disenfranchising African Americans and poor whites."
"The coalition blocked major economic and social change by constraining labor movements and disenfranchising African Americans and poor whites."
Have you seen our other Representatives speak out for #Alabama? Thanks @repterrisewell.bsky.social
www.al.com/news/2025/01...
www.al.com/news/2025/01...
Sewell calls on Air Force to reinstate Tuskegee Airmen video: ‘not DEI,’ but history
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell says removing the video is a "betrayal of our values as Americans" and wants the decision reversed.
www.al.com
January 27, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Have you seen our other Representatives speak out for #Alabama? Thanks @repterrisewell.bsky.social
www.al.com/news/2025/01...
www.al.com/news/2025/01...
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I am making a documentary about a Black physician who was denied hospital admitting privileges in the Jim Crow era, co-founded and led a Black hospital for decades, and was the first African American to run for public office in Alabama since Reconstruction. www.docgoodefilm.com
Mobile Medical Museum | museum | 1664 SpringHill Avenue, Mobile, AL, USA
Documentary produced by the Mobile Medical Museum.
www.docgoodefilm.com
January 26, 2025 at 5:37 PM
I am making a documentary about a Black physician who was denied hospital admitting privileges in the Jim Crow era, co-founded and led a Black hospital for decades, and was the first African American to run for public office in Alabama since Reconstruction. www.docgoodefilm.com
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Alabama leads the nation—in the worst way—for maternal mortality. HB 89 changes that by ensuring immediate access to prenatal and postpartum care. We need solutions like this now. #MaternalHealth #ProgressiveSolutions
www.fox10tv.com/2025/01/24/a...
www.fox10tv.com/2025/01/24/a...
AL Rep. Marilyn Lands introduces bill aimed at tackling maternal, infant mortality rates
House Bill 89, also known as the Alabama Maternal Healthcare Act, would extend presumptive Medicaid eligibility to pregnant women.
www.fox10tv.com
January 26, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Alabama leads the nation—in the worst way—for maternal mortality. HB 89 changes that by ensuring immediate access to prenatal and postpartum care. We need solutions like this now. #MaternalHealth #ProgressiveSolutions
www.fox10tv.com/2025/01/24/a...
www.fox10tv.com/2025/01/24/a...
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People are seeking books to teach their kids about diversity & belonging. What I hear: They're looking for books from a plethora of perspectives! Here are a few books, you & your kids may already be reading them ☺️
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January 26, 2025 at 4:14 PM
People are seeking books to teach their kids about diversity & belonging. What I hear: They're looking for books from a plethora of perspectives! Here are a few books, you & your kids may already be reading them ☺️
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This is exactly how I feel. It's a moment to practice radical kindness.
This has been an exceptionally difficult and frightening week. Check in with the people around you. You never know who might need that kindness.
January 26, 2025 at 5:43 PM
This is exactly how I feel. It's a moment to practice radical kindness.
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Today and in the coming days, remember
January 20, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Today and in the coming days, remember
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Crucial piece by @astra.bsky.social on how MAGA deployed the tactics of basic community organizing to base build, which beats a lot of knocks on doors from strangers and endless texts... www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
Democrats should stop mocking Trump’s ground game and start learning from it
Cable ads and bussed-in volunteers don’t cut it any more. If the party wants to win, it must engage voters in a collective push for change
www.theguardian.com
November 26, 2024 at 12:55 AM
Crucial piece by @astra.bsky.social on how MAGA deployed the tactics of basic community organizing to base build, which beats a lot of knocks on doors from strangers and endless texts... www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
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Through my activism, I’ve realized it’s organizing, not public protesting, that forces lawmakers to act. So I’m not alarmed that people aren’t in the streets (yet). The most effective resistance isn’t en masse, but underground—and it starts in communities.
Small groups of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world
The most effective resistance to the Trump administration won’t be en masse, but underground—and it will start in small communities
shannonwatts.substack.com
November 27, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Through my activism, I’ve realized it’s organizing, not public protesting, that forces lawmakers to act. So I’m not alarmed that people aren’t in the streets (yet). The most effective resistance isn’t en masse, but underground—and it starts in communities.
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Democrats would probably benefit from long-term investment in community organizing. But that’s not “ground game” and it’s not something a campaign can do. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Column | The Harris campaign’s ground game was not the problem
A recent assessment of the 2024 presidential contest suggested that Democrats needed to emulate right-wing outreach. But that’s different from turning out voters.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 28, 2024 at 4:00 AM
Democrats would probably benefit from long-term investment in community organizing. But that’s not “ground game” and it’s not something a campaign can do. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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NEW VIDEO: For the first time, Alabama will have two Black members in the U.S. House at the same time. Representative-elect Shomari Figures joins @marcelias.bsky.social to discuss his district and how he plans to fight for his constituents in Congress.
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December 6, 2024 at 3:30 PM
NEW VIDEO: For the first time, Alabama will have two Black members in the U.S. House at the same time. Representative-elect Shomari Figures joins @marcelias.bsky.social to discuss his district and how he plans to fight for his constituents in Congress.
Watch here:
Watch here:
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A reminder that gender affirming healthcare is legal for anyone 19 or older in Alabama (yes, you are still considered a minor at 18), & that we don't just offer hormones but also wrap around care for trans patients w/insurance. (Often that's subsidizing counseling sessions) givebutter.com/WAWCtrans
Trans Health Support
By West Alabama Women's Center
givebutter.com
December 6, 2024 at 3:51 PM
A reminder that gender affirming healthcare is legal for anyone 19 or older in Alabama (yes, you are still considered a minor at 18), & that we don't just offer hormones but also wrap around care for trans patients w/insurance. (Often that's subsidizing counseling sessions) givebutter.com/WAWCtrans
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You deserve senators that take their article two section two responsibility seriously
Tommy Tuberville tells CNN that he doesn't think Republican senators should really vet Trump's nominees at all because Trump did it for them
December 5, 2024 at 6:30 PM
You deserve senators that take their article two section two responsibility seriously
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Join us in preserving history and accelerating economic opportunity in Gee’s Bend, Alabama by contributing to the restoration of an historic Roosevelt House. donorbox.org/the-roosevel...
December 6, 2024 at 6:45 PM
Join us in preserving history and accelerating economic opportunity in Gee’s Bend, Alabama by contributing to the restoration of an historic Roosevelt House. donorbox.org/the-roosevel...
Exciting news for treating your LGBTQ neighbor as they'd like to be treated - the platinum rule - in Alabama.
www.alreporter.com/2024/12/04/a...
www.alreporter.com/2024/12/04/a...
Alabama Equality launches to champion LGBTQ+ Rights and fight discrimination
Alabama Equality officially launched its mission to advance the rights, dignity, and safety of LGBTQ+ individuals across Alabama.
www.alreporter.com
December 4, 2024 at 10:39 PM
Exciting news for treating your LGBTQ neighbor as they'd like to be treated - the platinum rule - in Alabama.
www.alreporter.com/2024/12/04/a...
www.alreporter.com/2024/12/04/a...
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It’s such a privilege to serve as President of Central Alabama Pride! Bringing our community together for events like this is truly my favorite part of what we do. 🏳️🌈💜
Central Alabama Pride hosts inclusive Thanksgiving for LGBTQ+ community
Attendees can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal served in an affirming and inclusive environment.
www.alreporter.com
November 28, 2024 at 2:49 AM
It’s such a privilege to serve as President of Central Alabama Pride! Bringing our community together for events like this is truly my favorite part of what we do. 🏳️🌈💜
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Across the country, people are starting meal preparations and traveling to be with friends and family.
Tell us your favorite dish on the Thanksgiving table, and we’ll share our knowledge about the work behind the ingredients. #WeFeedYou
Tell us your favorite dish on the Thanksgiving table, and we’ll share our knowledge about the work behind the ingredients. #WeFeedYou
November 27, 2024 at 8:40 PM
Across the country, people are starting meal preparations and traveling to be with friends and family.
Tell us your favorite dish on the Thanksgiving table, and we’ll share our knowledge about the work behind the ingredients. #WeFeedYou
Tell us your favorite dish on the Thanksgiving table, and we’ll share our knowledge about the work behind the ingredients. #WeFeedYou
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I love that people think about @blueskydirectory.com when they want to find starter packs, but it's already so much more than that.
Excited to add even more to it:
blueskydirectory.com
If you have any suggestions, please let me know...
Excited to add even more to it:
blueskydirectory.com
If you have any suggestions, please let me know...
The Ultimate Directory of tools and applications for Bluesky
A curated collection of all things relating to the Blue Sky social media platform.
blueskydirectory.com
November 27, 2024 at 6:49 PM
I love that people think about @blueskydirectory.com when they want to find starter packs, but it's already so much more than that.
Excited to add even more to it:
blueskydirectory.com
If you have any suggestions, please let me know...
Excited to add even more to it:
blueskydirectory.com
If you have any suggestions, please let me know...
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Via @alander.bsky.social: While Alabama Medicaid plans to seek an increase in state aid, the federal government pays for about 73% of the program.
Alabama Medicaid cites inflation in seeking budget increase • Alabama Reflector
Alabama Medicaid is requesting one of its largest recent budget increases due to rising health care costs, inflation and the end of pandemic-era funds.
alabamareflector.com
November 27, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Via @alander.bsky.social: While Alabama Medicaid plans to seek an increase in state aid, the federal government pays for about 73% of the program.
What in the #Blacksky is happening? Read up. And follow @michaelharriot.bsky.social.
November 28, 2024 at 1:33 AM
What in the #Blacksky is happening? Read up. And follow @michaelharriot.bsky.social.
Did you all listen to the podcast Earwitness? It's a must listen about this case.
#CriminalJusticeReform #DeathPenalty #InnocenceProject #Alabama
#CriminalJusticeReform #DeathPenalty #InnocenceProject #Alabama
Alabama death row inmate Toforest Johnson seeks new hearing on conviction
please read and share
alabamareflector.com/2024/11/18/a...
please read and share
alabamareflector.com/2024/11/18/a...
Alabama death row inmate Toforest Johnson seeks new hearing on conviction • Alabama Reflector
Attorneys for Johnson cite a district attorney's report that found grave issues with his conviction, in particular witness testimony.
alabamareflector.com
November 28, 2024 at 12:39 AM
Did you all listen to the podcast Earwitness? It's a must listen about this case.
#CriminalJusticeReform #DeathPenalty #InnocenceProject #Alabama
#CriminalJusticeReform #DeathPenalty #InnocenceProject #Alabama