Katherine Rooks
@ottelia.bsky.social
Voter. Mother. Planet lover. 🌎 Bikes not guns. Words in @pdxreview @thehkreview @MastersReview & elsewhere She/Her
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I pulled Denver's traffic incident data into a DB and loaded it all up into Metabase. Very much a work in progress, but this is pretty bleak stuff. COVID skews the trend quite a bit if you go back to the beginning of the data, so these charts start in ~March 2020.
April 27, 2025 at 5:52 PM
I pulled Denver's traffic incident data into a DB and loaded it all up into Metabase. Very much a work in progress, but this is pretty bleak stuff. COVID skews the trend quite a bit if you go back to the beginning of the data, so these charts start in ~March 2020.
March 22, 2025 at 4:07 AM
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Congressman @beyer.house.gov will be going to USAID today with colleagues to shine a light on what is happening there, I think others will join us. Figuring out details now and will share but flagging now for press and public in the area
February 3, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Congressman @beyer.house.gov will be going to USAID today with colleagues to shine a light on what is happening there, I think others will join us. Figuring out details now and will share but flagging now for press and public in the area
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America is under attack.
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An Act of War
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February 3, 2025 at 1:46 AM
America is under attack.
youtu.be/2B6gS_WyXKo
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When I was a Hill staffer in 2009, a Dem trifecta was trying to pass universal healthcare. In response, Senate GOP released a memo detailing all of the tactics they in the minority could use to delay the effort as much as possible. I'm recirculating that 2009 GOP memo here. Take inspiration from it.
February 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
When I was a Hill staffer in 2009, a Dem trifecta was trying to pass universal healthcare. In response, Senate GOP released a memo detailing all of the tactics they in the minority could use to delay the effort as much as possible. I'm recirculating that 2009 GOP memo here. Take inspiration from it.
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February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025
Billionaire Elon Musk’s team yesterday took control of the Treasury’s payment system, thus essentially gaining access to the checkbook with which the United States handles about $6 trillion annually a...
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February 3, 2025 at 6:17 AM
February 2, 2025
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Listen up! @indivisible.org protest at Treasury Building, Washington DC, Tuesday February 4, at 5 pm EST. If you are able to get there, go!
But first call senators and tell them to vote no on Project 2025 author Russell Vought for OMB. #NobodyWantsThis
But first call senators and tell them to vote no on Project 2025 author Russell Vought for OMB. #NobodyWantsThis
February 3, 2025 at 5:37 AM
Listen up! @indivisible.org protest at Treasury Building, Washington DC, Tuesday February 4, at 5 pm EST. If you are able to get there, go!
But first call senators and tell them to vote no on Project 2025 author Russell Vought for OMB. #NobodyWantsThis
But first call senators and tell them to vote no on Project 2025 author Russell Vought for OMB. #NobodyWantsThis
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It’s official: Elon Musk’s staffers have now illegally obtained classified information from the USAID office.
Here’s a recap of what’s happening:
Here’s a recap of what’s happening:
February 3, 2025 at 1:09 AM
It’s official: Elon Musk’s staffers have now illegally obtained classified information from the USAID office.
Here’s a recap of what’s happening:
Here’s a recap of what’s happening:
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@warren.senate.gov we need you to use cameras and physical bodies.
No secrets. Schumer is weak. You, @sanders.senate.gov , @aoc.bsky.social and @jasmineforus.bsky.social along with an honorable mention for my home state dudes @wyden.senate.gov and @jeff-merkley.bsky.social need to band together
No secrets. Schumer is weak. You, @sanders.senate.gov , @aoc.bsky.social and @jasmineforus.bsky.social along with an honorable mention for my home state dudes @wyden.senate.gov and @jeff-merkley.bsky.social need to band together
If a Black child took a candy bar from a supermarket without paying, 10 cops would have them face down on the pavement.
Elon and his Hitler Youth Brigade are literally ransacking the government as we speak and NOT A SINGLE SENATOR has gone over with security and with media to stop them.
Elon and his Hitler Youth Brigade are literally ransacking the government as we speak and NOT A SINGLE SENATOR has gone over with security and with media to stop them.
February 3, 2025 at 1:33 AM
@warren.senate.gov we need you to use cameras and physical bodies.
No secrets. Schumer is weak. You, @sanders.senate.gov , @aoc.bsky.social and @jasmineforus.bsky.social along with an honorable mention for my home state dudes @wyden.senate.gov and @jeff-merkley.bsky.social need to band together
No secrets. Schumer is weak. You, @sanders.senate.gov , @aoc.bsky.social and @jasmineforus.bsky.social along with an honorable mention for my home state dudes @wyden.senate.gov and @jeff-merkley.bsky.social need to band together
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my big take-away from the indivisible call is that blocking vought's nomination is possible—4 republicans need to flip, & they are nervous. they know project 2025 is unpopular and will adversely affect their constituents. turn up the heat, make them sweat.
February 3, 2025 at 2:31 AM
my big take-away from the indivisible call is that blocking vought's nomination is possible—4 republicans need to flip, & they are nervous. they know project 2025 is unpopular and will adversely affect their constituents. turn up the heat, make them sweat.
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What the right wing REALLY means:
February 2, 2025 at 4:20 PM
What the right wing REALLY means:
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All of your most sensitive data and our country’s checkbook are in the hands of an unelected billionaire.
This is the most corrupt administration in history and it’s putting our economy & government in serious jeopardy.
It’s time to speak out and fight back.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/01/u...
This is the most corrupt administration in history and it’s putting our economy & government in serious jeopardy.
It’s time to speak out and fight back.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/01/u...
Elon Musk’s Team Now Has Full Access to Treasury’s Payments System
www.nytimes.com
February 1, 2025 at 10:52 PM
All of your most sensitive data and our country’s checkbook are in the hands of an unelected billionaire.
This is the most corrupt administration in history and it’s putting our economy & government in serious jeopardy.
It’s time to speak out and fight back.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/01/u...
This is the most corrupt administration in history and it’s putting our economy & government in serious jeopardy.
It’s time to speak out and fight back.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/01/u...
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It’s a coup. That’s what’s happening. It doesn’t matter if it’s only been two weeks. Impeachable offenses aren’t like wine. They don’t need to age.
If Dems don’t call it impeachable now, it won’t be effective to call it impeachable later. Go on record now.
February 3, 2025 at 3:21 AM
It’s a coup. That’s what’s happening. It doesn’t matter if it’s only been two weeks. Impeachable offenses aren’t like wine. They don’t need to age.
Doug Burgum Is Confirmed by Senate as Interior Secretary
by a vote of 79-18!
Really disappointed to see Democrats vote yes on this guy who will savage public lands for profit. Particularly looking at my senators @bennet.senate.gov and @hickenlooper.bsky.social What the hell guys?
by a vote of 79-18!
Really disappointed to see Democrats vote yes on this guy who will savage public lands for profit. Particularly looking at my senators @bennet.senate.gov and @hickenlooper.bsky.social What the hell guys?
January 31, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Doug Burgum Is Confirmed by Senate as Interior Secretary
by a vote of 79-18!
Really disappointed to see Democrats vote yes on this guy who will savage public lands for profit. Particularly looking at my senators @bennet.senate.gov and @hickenlooper.bsky.social What the hell guys?
by a vote of 79-18!
Really disappointed to see Democrats vote yes on this guy who will savage public lands for profit. Particularly looking at my senators @bennet.senate.gov and @hickenlooper.bsky.social What the hell guys?
“Do not go gentle into that good night” apps.apple.com/us/app/5-cal...
5 Calls: Contact Your Congress
**As seen on MSNBC...**
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January 28, 2025 at 7:54 PM
“Do not go gentle into that good night” apps.apple.com/us/app/5-cal...
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Congressional appropriations bills are the law and President Trump does not have the power to unilaterally block these funds from being spent.
This maneuver is blatantly illegal and will harm every state, city, organization and individual in the country.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
This maneuver is blatantly illegal and will harm every state, city, organization and individual in the country.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
White House pauses all federal grants, sparking confusion
The Trump administration has put a hold on all federal financial grants and loans, affecting tens of billions of dollars in payments.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 28, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Congressional appropriations bills are the law and President Trump does not have the power to unilaterally block these funds from being spent.
This maneuver is blatantly illegal and will harm every state, city, organization and individual in the country.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
This maneuver is blatantly illegal and will harm every state, city, organization and individual in the country.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
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Dude. I'm Pissed.
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What The F***?!
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January 26, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Dude. I'm Pissed.
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I know a lot of you are asking us or talking about the 12 IGs (Inspector Generals) being fired. They aren't stepping down until it's done correctly. This is how you #Resist
January 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
I know a lot of you are asking us or talking about the 12 IGs (Inspector Generals) being fired. They aren't stepping down until it's done correctly. This is how you #Resist
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Great day to watch "Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President"
RIP 🙏
RIP 🙏
January 4, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Great day to watch "Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President"
RIP 🙏
RIP 🙏
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Every American should listen to this:
@theweeklyshow.bsky.social: Trump Won. What Now? with @hcrichardson.bsky.social
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@theweeklyshow.bsky.social: Trump Won. What Now? with @hcrichardson.bsky.social
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Trump Won. What Now? with Heather Cox Richardson
Podcast Episode · The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart · 11/08/2024 · 1h 11m
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November 24, 2024 at 9:08 PM
Every American should listen to this:
@theweeklyshow.bsky.social: Trump Won. What Now? with @hcrichardson.bsky.social
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
@theweeklyshow.bsky.social: Trump Won. What Now? with @hcrichardson.bsky.social
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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I had major writer's block after having a baby. My life had changed and writing about it seemed at once too profound and too mundane. Eventually this is the story that came out. Would love it if you gave it a read! swamp-pink.charleston.edu/featured/an-...
An Implicit Comparison Between Two Unlike Things – swamp pink
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November 15, 2024 at 11:48 AM
I had major writer's block after having a baby. My life had changed and writing about it seemed at once too profound and too mundane. Eventually this is the story that came out. Would love it if you gave it a read! swamp-pink.charleston.edu/featured/an-...
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I just got word that Adam Schiff flipped to our side! He'll vote against HR 9495 - the nonprofit killer bill up in the House today. Keep calling - we are successfully unifying Dems against this! indivisible.org/resource/tel...
Tell your Representative to Vote NO on H.R. 9495 to Stop Trump From Attacking Dissenting Organizations
indivisible.org
November 21, 2024 at 2:43 PM
I just got word that Adam Schiff flipped to our side! He'll vote against HR 9495 - the nonprofit killer bill up in the House today. Keep calling - we are successfully unifying Dems against this! indivisible.org/resource/tel...
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FRENCH GIRL is a @washingtonpost.com 10 Best Graphic Novels of 2024!!! "Not quite a memoir and not quite fiction, FRENCH GIRL consists of vignettes drawn from Kercheval’s childhood, stories that obey the sidewise logic of dreams more often than they do the mechanics of memory."
The 10 best graphic novels of 2024
These beautifully designed and illustrated books take readers into forgotten insurrections, the dreamy depths of childhood, a lost Sunday and more.
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November 21, 2024 at 3:20 PM
FRENCH GIRL is a @washingtonpost.com 10 Best Graphic Novels of 2024!!! "Not quite a memoir and not quite fiction, FRENCH GIRL consists of vignettes drawn from Kercheval’s childhood, stories that obey the sidewise logic of dreams more often than they do the mechanics of memory."
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So, I got starter-pack FOMO and decided to make one for writing people who know stuff and pass it on through courses, workshops, newsletters etc.
It includes all the savants who teach me stuff. I've probably missed people but these were the ones who sprung to my head.
go.bsky.app/K7ftxtv
It includes all the savants who teach me stuff. I've probably missed people but these were the ones who sprung to my head.
go.bsky.app/K7ftxtv
November 20, 2024 at 9:23 AM
So, I got starter-pack FOMO and decided to make one for writing people who know stuff and pass it on through courses, workshops, newsletters etc.
It includes all the savants who teach me stuff. I've probably missed people but these were the ones who sprung to my head.
go.bsky.app/K7ftxtv
It includes all the savants who teach me stuff. I've probably missed people but these were the ones who sprung to my head.
go.bsky.app/K7ftxtv