Laurel Sharmer
@lsharmer.bsky.social
I’m an Emeritus Professor of Public Health and retired city councilor. I’m 77 years old, with twin sons and four grandkids. I live in the PNW. I registered to vote on my 21st birthday, never once missed voting, never once voted for a Republican.
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The pedophile Epstein and Maxwell case is mostly treated as a political story.
For survivors like Maria Farmer, it’s an ongoing trauma, every image of the two criminals another reminder.
I’m so moved by her courage, and her desire to protect the other victims & survivors.
We need to center them.
For survivors like Maria Farmer, it’s an ongoing trauma, every image of the two criminals another reminder.
I’m so moved by her courage, and her desire to protect the other victims & survivors.
We need to center them.
"I've been waiting to testify." Jeffrey Epstein accuser Maria Farmer tells Jen Psaki that she wants to tell her story to Congress. "It's my turn."
July 25, 2025 at 4:55 AM
The pedophile Epstein and Maxwell case is mostly treated as a political story.
For survivors like Maria Farmer, it’s an ongoing trauma, every image of the two criminals another reminder.
I’m so moved by her courage, and her desire to protect the other victims & survivors.
We need to center them.
For survivors like Maria Farmer, it’s an ongoing trauma, every image of the two criminals another reminder.
I’m so moved by her courage, and her desire to protect the other victims & survivors.
We need to center them.
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Trump's first overseas visit wasn't to our main allies, it was to the three countries most willing to pay him. Trump is the very definition of corruption and is trading our national security for outright bribes.
May 18, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Trump's first overseas visit wasn't to our main allies, it was to the three countries most willing to pay him. Trump is the very definition of corruption and is trading our national security for outright bribes.
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The Boss - telling it like it is.
Since Donald Trump is freaking out about Bruce Springsteen calling this the most corrupt, incompetent and treasonous administration, it would be a shame if this video was shared even more widely....
May 17, 2025 at 1:39 AM
The Boss - telling it like it is.
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💥 BREAKING: Coca-Cola shareholders voted to reject two anti-DEI proposals at their annual meeting today both 99-1 percent. Proposal called DEI programs are 'so anti-American... neo-racist and neo-Marxist'
Coke: Diversity, equity and inclusion play an important part in our company's success
Coke: Diversity, equity and inclusion play an important part in our company's success
April 30, 2025 at 1:13 PM
💥 BREAKING: Coca-Cola shareholders voted to reject two anti-DEI proposals at their annual meeting today both 99-1 percent. Proposal called DEI programs are 'so anti-American... neo-racist and neo-Marxist'
Coke: Diversity, equity and inclusion play an important part in our company's success
Coke: Diversity, equity and inclusion play an important part in our company's success
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The world is on Zelensky’s side.
Zelensky applauded by world leaders upon entering church.
Zelensky applauded by world leaders upon entering church.
April 27, 2025 at 1:45 PM
The world is on Zelensky’s side.
Zelensky applauded by world leaders upon entering church.
Zelensky applauded by world leaders upon entering church.
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I want politics to be about a better everyday life.
Here's what that can look like:
Here's what that can look like:
April 24, 2025 at 7:20 PM
I want politics to be about a better everyday life.
Here's what that can look like:
Here's what that can look like:
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Michelle Obama doesn't owe an explanation to ANYONE for skipping out on the inauguration of a Russian asset. The idea that she would...is f*cking insane.
April 23, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Michelle Obama doesn't owe an explanation to ANYONE for skipping out on the inauguration of a Russian asset. The idea that she would...is f*cking insane.
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Happy Easter to all who are celebrating today.
This season of renewal invites us all to believe in the triumph of light over darkness, life over death, love over hate.
This season of renewal invites us all to believe in the triumph of light over darkness, life over death, love over hate.
April 20, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Happy Easter to all who are celebrating today.
This season of renewal invites us all to believe in the triumph of light over darkness, life over death, love over hate.
This season of renewal invites us all to believe in the triumph of light over darkness, life over death, love over hate.
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Van Hollen: I should also just say, I mentioned the fake margarita, they actually wanted to have the meeting by the side of the pool in the hotel. They want to create this appearance that life was just lovely for Kilmar. Which of course is a big, fat lie.
April 18, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Van Hollen: I should also just say, I mentioned the fake margarita, they actually wanted to have the meeting by the side of the pool in the hotel. They want to create this appearance that life was just lovely for Kilmar. Which of course is a big, fat lie.
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Biden: One called it a Ponzi scheme. A Ponzi scheme? What the hell are they talking about? People earned these benefits. They paid into that benefit. They rely on that benefit.
April 15, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Biden: One called it a Ponzi scheme. A Ponzi scheme? What the hell are they talking about? People earned these benefits. They paid into that benefit. They rely on that benefit.
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April 6, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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This is a @benwikler.bsky.social appreciation post. Great job in Wisconsin. Great job on Maddow. Great job for democracy. Someday I will get a cheese hat.
April 3, 2025 at 2:17 AM
This is a @benwikler.bsky.social appreciation post. Great job in Wisconsin. Great job on Maddow. Great job for democracy. Someday I will get a cheese hat.
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I'm voting NO on Frank Bisignano, the Administration’s nominee to head the Social Security Administration. He has made a name for himself in business slashing and burning to find efficiencies.
Social Security is no place to slash and burn. It's a contract with the American people.
Social Security is no place to slash and burn. It's a contract with the American people.
April 2, 2025 at 5:43 PM
I'm voting NO on Frank Bisignano, the Administration’s nominee to head the Social Security Administration. He has made a name for himself in business slashing and burning to find efficiencies.
Social Security is no place to slash and burn. It's a contract with the American people.
Social Security is no place to slash and burn. It's a contract with the American people.
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Elon Musk went to Wisconsin where he said the "destiny of humanity" rested on the election. Tonight the voters agreed and rejected his and Trump's undemocratic vision for the country.
April 2, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Elon Musk went to Wisconsin where he said the "destiny of humanity" rested on the election. Tonight the voters agreed and rejected his and Trump's undemocratic vision for the country.
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Ummmm
SEIU is standing up for their members big time.
Following ICE’s snatching of an @SEIU worker, they’re not f*cking around.
It would be a shame if everyone shared this and embarrassed ICE. #4The1st
SEIU is standing up for their members big time.
Following ICE’s snatching of an @SEIU worker, they’re not f*cking around.
It would be a shame if everyone shared this and embarrassed ICE. #4The1st
April 2, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Ummmm
SEIU is standing up for their members big time.
Following ICE’s snatching of an @SEIU worker, they’re not f*cking around.
It would be a shame if everyone shared this and embarrassed ICE. #4The1st
SEIU is standing up for their members big time.
Following ICE’s snatching of an @SEIU worker, they’re not f*cking around.
It would be a shame if everyone shared this and embarrassed ICE. #4The1st
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I may be tired and a little hoarse, but as I said again and again on the Senate floor, this is a moment where we cannot afford to be silent, when we must speak up.
April 2, 2025 at 1:09 AM
I may be tired and a little hoarse, but as I said again and again on the Senate floor, this is a moment where we cannot afford to be silent, when we must speak up.
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Please join me in thanking Senator @corybooker.com for holding the Senate floor for 25 hours and bringing the chamber to a halt to highlight Trump’s attacks on America.
This is the energy we need right now.
win.newmode.net/votersoftomo...
This is the energy we need right now.
win.newmode.net/votersoftomo...
April 2, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Please join me in thanking Senator @corybooker.com for holding the Senate floor for 25 hours and bringing the chamber to a halt to highlight Trump’s attacks on America.
This is the energy we need right now.
win.newmode.net/votersoftomo...
This is the energy we need right now.
win.newmode.net/votersoftomo...
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Nights of BLUE SKIES
(sound up)
DAY 28 MARCH 2025
"When Will the Lesson Be Learned "
If I could be in a room with @schumer.senate.gov
I would play this
Senator Schumer, how many times must a dictator be wooed & appeased?
I thank you for your service
But Senator Schumer, STEP DOWN NOW
(sound up)
DAY 28 MARCH 2025
"When Will the Lesson Be Learned "
If I could be in a room with @schumer.senate.gov
I would play this
Senator Schumer, how many times must a dictator be wooed & appeased?
I thank you for your service
But Senator Schumer, STEP DOWN NOW
March 29, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Nights of BLUE SKIES
(sound up)
DAY 28 MARCH 2025
"When Will the Lesson Be Learned "
If I could be in a room with @schumer.senate.gov
I would play this
Senator Schumer, how many times must a dictator be wooed & appeased?
I thank you for your service
But Senator Schumer, STEP DOWN NOW
(sound up)
DAY 28 MARCH 2025
"When Will the Lesson Be Learned "
If I could be in a room with @schumer.senate.gov
I would play this
Senator Schumer, how many times must a dictator be wooed & appeased?
I thank you for your service
But Senator Schumer, STEP DOWN NOW
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These men behind bars are not in prison after being charged with crimes. They are "enemy combatants" being detained in a concentration camp.
As such, Kristi Noem's crass photo-op using them as props violates the Geneva Convention's prohibition of ‘exposure to public curiosity’ of those captured.
As such, Kristi Noem's crass photo-op using them as props violates the Geneva Convention's prohibition of ‘exposure to public curiosity’ of those captured.
March 28, 2025 at 2:21 PM
These men behind bars are not in prison after being charged with crimes. They are "enemy combatants" being detained in a concentration camp.
As such, Kristi Noem's crass photo-op using them as props violates the Geneva Convention's prohibition of ‘exposure to public curiosity’ of those captured.
As such, Kristi Noem's crass photo-op using them as props violates the Geneva Convention's prohibition of ‘exposure to public curiosity’ of those captured.
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The Trump regime will arrest a student for publishing an op-ed but then defends Pete Hegseth for putting classified material in an illegal group chat with a reporter.
This is the most corrupt administration in American history.
This is the most corrupt administration in American history.
March 28, 2025 at 2:03 PM
The Trump regime will arrest a student for publishing an op-ed but then defends Pete Hegseth for putting classified material in an illegal group chat with a reporter.
This is the most corrupt administration in American history.
This is the most corrupt administration in American history.
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The #TeslaTakedown Global Day of Action on March 29 needs you! Even if you don’t live near a showroom, you can plan an action & fight back. Pick a Supercharger station, a busy corner, a park—just get out there & make your voice heard with a peaceful protest.
Info:
actionnetwork.org/event_campai...
Info:
actionnetwork.org/event_campai...
March 27, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The #TeslaTakedown Global Day of Action on March 29 needs you! Even if you don’t live near a showroom, you can plan an action & fight back. Pick a Supercharger station, a busy corner, a park—just get out there & make your voice heard with a peaceful protest.
Info:
actionnetwork.org/event_campai...
Info:
actionnetwork.org/event_campai...