Leslie Ihrig
@leslieihrig.bsky.social
I’m a retired teacher, lifelong democrat, and art creator.
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Tales of a Retired Elementary School Teacher and Reasons Why We Need Public Educators
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Tales of a Retired Elementary School Teacher and Reasons Why We Need Public Educators
by Leslie Ihrig
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August 21, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Tales of a Retired Elementary School Teacher and Reasons Why We Need Public Educators
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The problem would be solved if we just counted the popular vote. 🗳️ #gerrymandering #getridoftheelectoralcollege
August 4, 2025 at 2:21 AM
The problem would be solved if we just counted the popular vote. 🗳️ #gerrymandering #getridoftheelectoralcollege
Kaya is beginning to come out of her shell (bit by bit). She’s very timid and had two hiding places where she retreats. We have time. She found the right home.
July 29, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Kaya is beginning to come out of her shell (bit by bit). She’s very timid and had two hiding places where she retreats. We have time. She found the right home.
@governor.pa.gov I would vote for you for President #2028
July 26, 2025 at 1:56 AM
@governor.pa.gov I would vote for you for President #2028
Welcoming Kaya to our family. She’s a Spaniel mix and rescued from Mexico. She’s very, very shy and anxious, but it’s probably due to ICE threats. We think we can provide a good home and protect her from deportation.
July 20, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Welcoming Kaya to our family. She’s a Spaniel mix and rescued from Mexico. She’s very, very shy and anxious, but it’s probably due to ICE threats. We think we can provide a good home and protect her from deportation.
@cbsnews.com Why is your network canceling @colbertlateshow.bsky.social when it’s the top late night show? Why are you participating in silencing a voice and perspective that half of our country appreciates during this time of partisan politics?
July 18, 2025 at 8:14 PM
@cbsnews.com Why is your network canceling @colbertlateshow.bsky.social when it’s the top late night show? Why are you participating in silencing a voice and perspective that half of our country appreciates during this time of partisan politics?
Losing The Late Show with @colbertlateshow.bsky.social along with @npr.org is a sad reminder of how quickly Americans are be silenced.
July 18, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Losing The Late Show with @colbertlateshow.bsky.social along with @npr.org is a sad reminder of how quickly Americans are be silenced.
I’m so tired of this Season’s episode of The Apprentice. I’ve tried very hard to turn it off, but every week, a new episode begins (like it or not). #thisweekepsteinfiles
July 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM
I’m so tired of this Season’s episode of The Apprentice. I’ve tried very hard to turn it off, but every week, a new episode begins (like it or not). #thisweekepsteinfiles
California needs to stop funding red states and pool our funds to boost Medi-Cal. @governor.ca.gov @gavinnewsom.bsky.social
July 3, 2025 at 11:26 PM
California needs to stop funding red states and pool our funds to boost Medi-Cal. @governor.ca.gov @gavinnewsom.bsky.social
Hard to know how to feel about the 4th this year. My dad’s flag. Country in distress.
July 3, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Hard to know how to feel about the 4th this year. My dad’s flag. Country in distress.
Congratulations to @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social for his primary win in NYC! We need his younger perspective in the Democratic Party!
June 25, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Congratulations to @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social for his primary win in NYC! We need his younger perspective in the Democratic Party!
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con... Tina Smith says she confronted Mike Lee over 'cruel' social media posts on the Minnesota shootings
Sen. Tina Smith says she confronted Sen. Mike Lee about his 'cruel' social media posts on the Minnesota shootings
The posts by Lee, R-Utah, were condemned by other Democrats as well, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota.
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June 17, 2025 at 1:47 AM
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con... Tina Smith says she confronted Mike Lee over 'cruel' social media posts on the Minnesota shootings
Nice coverage @pressdemo.bsky.social Washington parade was way back on page A10! (As it should be!) #nokings #democracyisontheline
June 15, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Nice coverage @pressdemo.bsky.social Washington parade was way back on page A10! (As it should be!) #nokings #democracyisontheline
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I’m already hearing the #NoKings rallies across the country have surpassed expectations. The largest protest in American history. Incredible!
June 14, 2025 at 5:42 PM
I’m already hearing the #NoKings rallies across the country have surpassed expectations. The largest protest in American history. Incredible!
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Watch this - incredibly well done.
So proud to be a part of this amazing morning. Location ocean beach San Francisco
#nokings
#nokings
June 14, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Watch this - incredibly well done.
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The bleachers are empty LOL
Our military deserves better than this empty charade. Yikes. The tank squeaking over silence is incredible.
June 15, 2025 at 1:49 AM
The bleachers are empty LOL
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Donald Trump does NOT want you to share this footage of his pathetically tiny birthday parade crowd.
June 14, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Donald Trump does NOT want you to share this footage of his pathetically tiny birthday parade crowd.
June 13, 2025 at 11:04 PM
I have so much respect for our governor @governor.ca.gov @gavinnewsom.bsky.social You are fighting for not only Angelinos, but for all of us! Thank you! @nytimes.com
June 13, 2025 at 2:26 AM
I have so much respect for our governor @governor.ca.gov @gavinnewsom.bsky.social You are fighting for not only Angelinos, but for all of us! Thank you! @nytimes.com
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/11/c... E.P.A. Axes Biden’s Climate and Pollution Limits on Power Plants - The New York Times
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/11/c... E.P.A. Axes Biden’s Climate and Pollution Limits on Power Plants - The New York Times
E.P.A. Axes Biden’s Climate and Pollution Limits on Power Plants
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June 12, 2025 at 1:16 AM
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/11/c... E.P.A. Axes Biden’s Climate and Pollution Limits on Power Plants - The New York Times
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/11/c... E.P.A. Axes Biden’s Climate and Pollution Limits on Power Plants - The New York Times
Wow, @thedailyshow.com FANTASTIC!
Jon Stewart Slams CNN’s “Bombshell” Biden Book Promo Amidst Cancer Diagnosis | The Daily Show
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May 21, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Wow, @thedailyshow.com FANTASTIC!