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Katharine
@kwspeechie.bsky.social
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SLP, advocate for inclusion and equity #bskySpeechies #EduSky
Mom by choice FOR choice, advocate for bodily autonomy, Abortion IS Healthcare
Ally, advocate for love and justice
#AbolishTrumpRegime
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Happy Friday #edusky
💙A "woke" special educator

#YourWordsMatter
#YouAreSafeWithMe
Woman wearing a blue t shirt with the writing " your words matter" and a yellow blazer, includes a lapel pin in the shape of a safety pin that says " you are safe with me"
April 25, 2025 at 11:51 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
We are fighting for the soul of our nation, the heart of our democracy, for the here, now, and beyond. 💙✊

When rich men look sad and ruffians dance and leap, we will know the death and fall of "kings" is nye.

#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Quote from Richard II by Shakespeare
March 30, 2025 at 6:21 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Giving a PD on evidence based vocabulary instruction today. Wearing a key word of the day. #EduSky

#AbolishTrumpRegime
Woman wearing a T-shirt with text: defy, verb, to openly resist or refuse to obey
March 18, 2025 at 4:04 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
I would rather it say "Who aren't you" in general, but yeah.
We are stronger BECAUSE of our DIVERSITY, not in spite of it.
EQUITY IMPROVES independence by ensuring everyone has what they need to succeed.
INCLUSION is a fundamental HUMAN RIGHT.

This abomination of a regime has got to go.
Text: normalize caring about people who are different than you Picture:a group of people of all shapes, sizes, colors, and abilities
March 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
It is abundantly clear that the rebellion is up to us. We the people need to make this happen.
I am reading a book with great info for protecting yourself while rebelling and protesting, as well as being an active bystander and ally. I will be sharing some key points in the coming posts.
Book cover: road map for revolutionaries: resistance activity and advocacy for all By Elisa Camahort Page, Carolyn Gerin, Jamia Wilson
March 14, 2025 at 8:16 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
I wrote this, it's called Unprecedented Undoing and helped me put into words what's happening. But really, please don't sugar coat- things are shitty, describe them as such. ✊💙
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
We are in a time of unprecedented upheaval Unbalanced equilibrium, unlawful dismissals Unelected oligarch undoing democracy We are in a time of unilateral impositions Executive orders stripping freedoms, illegal disenfranchisement Unprecedented demands carried out by the inept and uncaring We the people are called into unprecedented action Have the duty enshrined by the founders To unseat any government undoing our rights. We are called to stop this unprecedented undoing and save our democracy. #AbolishTrumpRegime
March 13, 2025 at 9:06 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Take to the Streets🔥✊💙 We take to the streets with souls ablaze, Demand a change in these darkened days Strike the match, ignite the flame of liberty. We take to the streets where truths convene, Our patriotic duty, sharp and keen. Fight for rights returned and justice upheld. We take to the streets where hearts collide, Our rage and passion reflects a surging tide. To wrestle the power from their greedy hand. We take to the streets where chants ascend Diverse in our lives but united voices transcend. Expose their hatred and speak truth in our cries. We take to the streets to reclaim our nation with iron will To refuse their calls for silence and chains that hold us still. We the people take to the streets because we must.
March 13, 2025 at 8:10 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Poetry Flow 🔥💙✊
Take to the Streets
#WriterSky #EduSky
#AbolishTrumpRegime
Take to the Streets🔥✊💙 We take to the streets with souls ablaze, Demand a change in these darkened days Strike the match, ignite the flame of liberty. We take to the streets where truths convene, Our patriotic duty, sharp and keen. Fight for rights returned and justice upheld. We take to the streets where hearts collide, Our rage and passion reflects a surging tide. To wrestle the power from their greedy hand. We take to the streets where chants ascend Diverse in our lives but united voices transcend. Expose their hatred and speak truth in our cries. We take to the streets to reclaim our nation with iron will To refuse their calls for silence and chains that hold us still. We the people take to the streets because we must.
March 13, 2025 at 1:36 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Poetry Flow 🔥💙✊
Unprecedented Undoing
#WriterSky #EduSky
#AbolishTrumpRegime
We are in a time of unprecedented upheaval Unbalanced equilibrium, unlawful dismissals Unelected oligarch undoing democracy We are in a time of unilateral impositions Executive orders stripping freedoms, illegal disenfranchisement Unprecedented demands carried out by the inept and uncaring We the people are called into unprecedented action Have the duty enshrined by the founders To unseat any government undoing our rights. We are called to stop this unprecedented undoing and save our democracy. #AbolishTrumpRegime
March 13, 2025 at 1:35 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Take to the streets 🔥💙✊
Use your freedom to speak, assemble, and petition!
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
March 13, 2025 at 2:57 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Free Mahmoud!
Use your freedom to speak, assemble, and petition!
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Take to the Streets🔥✊💙 We take to the streets with souls ablaze, Demand a change in these darkened days Strike the match, ignite the flame of liberty. We take to the streets where truths convene, Our patriotic duty, sharp and keen. Fight for rights returned and justice upheld. We take to the streets where hearts collide, Our rage and passion reflects a surging tide. To wrestle the power from their greedy hand. We take to the streets where chants ascend Diverse in our lives but united voices transcend. Expose their hatred and speak truth in our cries. We take to the streets to reclaim our nation with iron will To refuse their calls for silence and chains that hold us still. We the people take to the streets because we must.
March 13, 2025 at 2:53 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Take to the Streets🔥✊💙
Enjoy another rebellion based creative flow from yours truly. See you there! 🤟
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Take to the Streets🔥✊💙 We take to the streets with souls ablaze, Demand a change in these darkened days Strike the match, ignite the flame of liberty. We take to the streets where truths convene, Our patriotic duty, sharp and keen. Fight for rights returned and justice upheld. We take to the streets where hearts collide, Our rage and passion reflects a surging tide. To wrestle the power from their greedy hand. We take to the streets where chants ascend Diverse in our lives but united voices transcend. Expose their hatred and speak truth in our cries. We take to the streets to reclaim our nation with iron will To refuse their calls for silence and chains that hold us still. We the people take to the streets because we must.
March 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
@albany50501.bsky.social
Wrote some resistance poetry 👇 feel free to share at the next event.

#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Today we must recognize that our protest is patriotic & rebellion is required; as we the people are being wronged, rights stripped, & democracy mired. We need no permission to be a sister resister, nor to step out & take down "the man". It's our duty to fight for our rights doing whatever we can. It won't be easy to stay the course, but nevertheless persist we must; armed with courage, compassion, & pride, & a drive toward all that is just. Today we must recognize that our protest is patriotic & rebellion is required; we have to see the resistance through to the top until every last fascist is fired 🔥 #ResistLOUDLY #RebelCONFIDENTLY #DefyFIRMLY #DivestFULLY #ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
March 11, 2025 at 1:04 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Treated myself to new earrings on Etsy on International Women's Day! ✊💙
#SmashThePatriarchy #AbolishOligarchs
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Mini guillotines made into earrings displayed on a decorative piece of marble with greenery
March 10, 2025 at 12:05 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Save Medicaid. STOP the cuts!
Support people with disabilities, children, financial security, improved healthare outcomes and access for tens of millions of Americans! 💙✊

#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Text Sign PEFMHM to 50409 Save Medicaid. STOP the cuts!
March 7, 2025 at 12:55 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Save Medicaid. STOP the cuts! Send this letter to you MOCs now! #resistbot #edusky
@schumer.senate.gov @reppaultonko.bsky.social
Text Sign PEFMHM to 50409 Tell your officials Save Medicaid. STOP the cuts!
March 7, 2025 at 12:22 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
#WomensHistoryMonth bulletin board #edusky
Purposefully taking up space. Don't put us in a box. ✊💙
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Overflowing bulletin board with 24 women from history in celebration of women's history month.
March 5, 2025 at 4:44 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
A quote attributed to Dorothy Day says "Everyone wants revolution but no one wants to wash the dishes." I say let's roll up our sleeves, wash the dishes, and take out the trash while we are at it!
#ResistLOUDLY
#RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DefyFIRMLY
#DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Purple background with white text. "Action is the antidote to despair." - Joan Baez
March 4, 2025 at 8:25 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
After that absolute shit show in the Oval Office today, this Harvey Milk quote felt appropriate.
Ukraine is not for sale.

#AbolishTrumpRegion
#StandWithUkraine
Harvey Milk resist 1972 "It takes no compromising to give people their rights. It takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no political deal to give people freedom. It takes no survey to remove repression."
February 28, 2025 at 11:35 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Several of these stood out- especially Oskar Schindler. My takeaway is a call to use privilege to fight for those without the same privilege.
This feels especially relevant with the removal of civil rights protections for our #trans loved ones, among other current atrocities to #AbolishTrumpRegime
Book cover: Resist: 40 profiles of ordinary people who rose up against tyranny and injustice By Veronica Chambers foreword by Senator Corey Booker
February 28, 2025 at 11:27 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
BE the thunder. BE the lightning. MAKE DEMANDS.
#ResistLOUDLY #RebelCONFIDENTLY #DefyPROUDLY #DivestFULLY
#ABOLISHtrumpREGIME
Those who profess to favor freedom and yet depreciate agitation... Want rain without thunder and lightning.... Power concedes nothing without a demand. -Frederick Douglas
February 28, 2025 at 12:05 AM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
1/3🧵I have posted a number of times about how our emotions and feelings in response to what is happening, are valid and grounded in reality.

A few quotes from "Beautiful Trouble" assembled by Alexander Boyd on #anger

"Anger works best when you have the moral high ground"
Book cover, writing in multi color text Beautiful Trouble: A toolbox for revolution from the people who brought you the yes men, billionaires for bush, etc. Assembled by Andrew Boyd
February 27, 2025 at 10:52 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
Tomorrow, 2/28, buy NOTHING.
Be the thunder and lightning, make demands.

#ResistLOUDLY #RebelCONFIDENTLY
#DivestCOMPLETELY
#AbolisbTrumlRegime
Black background with white text. A quote: Those who progress to favor freedom, and yet depreciate agitation... Want rain without thunder and lightning. This struggle may be a moral one; or it may be a physical one; or it may be both moral and physical; but it must be a struggle. Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. - Frederick Douglas
February 27, 2025 at 10:13 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
We will be considered violent for telling the truth.
Quote "Who controls the past controls the future. Who controls the present controls the past." George Orwell, 1984
February 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
kwspeechie.bsky.social
I spotted this sticker on a building at the @albany50501.bsky.social protest in #Albany this week, just in case you need a reminder. 💙✊
#Resist #Rebel #Divest #Defy
#AbolishTrumpRegime
Gold sticker on granite block of State building. Sticker writing says: Hang in there, we need you - heart trans elders
February 24, 2025 at 4:03 AM