Shel
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Though chaos seems to reign, We remain. Grounded. Resistant. Persistent. Seeking joy. Pursuing justice. Following Jesus. #embracingmystery
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The schism within MAGA does not mean that the Right will simply destroy itself and that things will automatically get better.
Unless we embrace collective action to address the material conditions that got us here, MAGA will birth a more extreme, even more fascist and Neo-Nazi movement.
Unless we embrace collective action to address the material conditions that got us here, MAGA will birth a more extreme, even more fascist and Neo-Nazi movement.
It’s true that some MAGA supporters are losing faith in Trump and expressing frustration. But evidence and trends suggest they’re flocking to explicit Fascists and growing more radicalized.
We can’t just sit back and hope. We have to fight.
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We can’t just sit back and hope. We have to fight.
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Where It's All Heading: The Fascist Right Post-Trump
Watching parts of the Right grow weary of Trump might be hopeful, but without needed change the situation will only worsen
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November 23, 2025 at 6:21 PM
The schism within MAGA does not mean that the Right will simply destroy itself and that things will automatically get better.
Unless we embrace collective action to address the material conditions that got us here, MAGA will birth a more extreme, even more fascist and Neo-Nazi movement.
Unless we embrace collective action to address the material conditions that got us here, MAGA will birth a more extreme, even more fascist and Neo-Nazi movement.
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This is so horrifying. We need justice. And answers. Shut these brutal ICE facilities down.
November 21, 2025 at 11:28 PM
This is so horrifying. We need justice. And answers. Shut these brutal ICE facilities down.
The only question is why the President of the United States of America would threaten government officials with violence, because they are reminding military they have a choice to not follow illegal orders.
November 20, 2025 at 10:39 PM
The only question is why the President of the United States of America would threaten government officials with violence, because they are reminding military they have a choice to not follow illegal orders.
We resist this regime not just because they’re petty and mean, not just because they break laws and target minorities, but because their intentions are dangerous - to everyone.
Click through for the full thread. The’re going to take away protections for ALL GROUNDWATER.
Click through for the full thread. The’re going to take away protections for ALL GROUNDWATER.
The Trump administration just unveiled a plan to significantly narrow which bodies of water qualify for protection under the Clean Water Act. They proposed a new definition of what counts as a “water of the United States,” a change that would
November 19, 2025 at 3:26 PM
We resist this regime not just because they’re petty and mean, not just because they break laws and target minorities, but because their intentions are dangerous - to everyone.
Click through for the full thread. The’re going to take away protections for ALL GROUNDWATER.
Click through for the full thread. The’re going to take away protections for ALL GROUNDWATER.
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The Epstein Files Transparency Act passed the United States House of Representatives by 427-1! 👏
November 18, 2025 at 9:12 PM
The Epstein Files Transparency Act passed the United States House of Representatives by 427-1! 👏
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BREAKING: I just interviewed Annie Farmer, an Epstein survivor, ahead of today's historic vote in the House, and she had a clear message to Donald Trump and Republicans: stop hiding, release the files.
Spread her story and her voice everywhere. It's time to get the full files.
Spread her story and her voice everywhere. It's time to get the full files.
EXCLUSIVE: Epstein Survivor has a Critical Message to Donald Trump and House Republicans Today
This morning, I interviewed Annie Farmer, a survivor of Epstein and Maxwell's horrific crimes. She has a clear message to Donald Trump and House Republicans: release the files. Spread her voice.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:51 PM
BREAKING: I just interviewed Annie Farmer, an Epstein survivor, ahead of today's historic vote in the House, and she had a clear message to Donald Trump and Republicans: stop hiding, release the files.
Spread her story and her voice everywhere. It's time to get the full files.
Spread her story and her voice everywhere. It's time to get the full files.
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NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
November 16, 2025 at 11:43 PM
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Walking school bus! ✊🏼
Chicago also had a walking school bus. Volunteers walked to school with kids of immigrants so the parents wouldn’t get picked up at the school. The organizers said they walked 80-100 kids each day. That’s community!!! I hope charlotte is looking into this now!
November 17, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Walking school bus! ✊🏼
Check out The Justice Briefing weekly by @jemartisby.bsky.social
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The Justice Briefing
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November 15, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Check out The Justice Briefing weekly by @jemartisby.bsky.social
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This picture says everything about the state of our nation right now, peaceful clergy being arrested and forced face-down on the pavement.
November 15, 2025 at 3:22 PM
This picture says everything about the state of our nation right now, peaceful clergy being arrested and forced face-down on the pavement.
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What is the most reliable way to divert the American media’s attention from the Epstein files? You go to war. @aaronparnas.bsky.social
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NEWS: Hegseth Announces Major Military Operation as More Republicans in Congress Break from Trump
Ask yourselves a simple question: What is the most reliable way to divert the American media’s attention from the Epstein files? You go to war.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:20 AM
What is the most reliable way to divert the American media’s attention from the Epstein files? You go to war. @aaronparnas.bsky.social
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November 13, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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Finally! Speaker Mike Johnson just swore Representative Adelita Grijalva.
November 12, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Finally! Speaker Mike Johnson just swore Representative Adelita Grijalva.
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Dems. Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory
November 10, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Dems. Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory
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Replace Schumer.
November 10, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Replace Schumer.
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It is somehow both “this has been the longest year in recorded history” and also “how is it the middle of November already” right now
November 10, 2025 at 3:49 PM
It is somehow both “this has been the longest year in recorded history” and also “how is it the middle of November already” right now
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Jeffries: "These Republicans have tried to repeal the ACA more than 70 different times. They're not acting in good faith in dealing w/healthcare crisis they're visiting on the American people. This is the same group who just enacted the largest cut to Medicaid in history in their big ugly bill."
November 9, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Jeffries: "These Republicans have tried to repeal the ACA more than 70 different times. They're not acting in good faith in dealing w/healthcare crisis they're visiting on the American people. This is the same group who just enacted the largest cut to Medicaid in history in their big ugly bill."
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To be an elected official and still support Trump is to support a man who is spending money taxpayer money provided by your constituents to starve your constituents. If you still can't stand up, at least have the honesty to admit you are the problem. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/11...
Trump Administration Live Updates: Officials Demand States ‘Undo’ Work to Send Full Food Stamps
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November 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM
To be an elected official and still support Trump is to support a man who is spending money taxpayer money provided by your constituents to starve your constituents. If you still can't stand up, at least have the honesty to admit you are the problem. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/11...
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Fixed that for him
November 6, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Fixed that for him
Huge election results. Many are elated and relieved.
For those of us with MAGA or GOP family members, I keep thinking about how stunned and anxious they must be feeling. Mixed emotions which we can relate to and acknowledge.
For those of us with MAGA or GOP family members, I keep thinking about how stunned and anxious they must be feeling. Mixed emotions which we can relate to and acknowledge.
November 5, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Huge election results. Many are elated and relieved.
For those of us with MAGA or GOP family members, I keep thinking about how stunned and anxious they must be feeling. Mixed emotions which we can relate to and acknowledge.
For those of us with MAGA or GOP family members, I keep thinking about how stunned and anxious they must be feeling. Mixed emotions which we can relate to and acknowledge.
CA voter info.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:42 PM
CA voter info.
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If you’re turned away at the polls (in Virginia or anywhere in the U.S.), here’s what to do:
- Request a written explanation: If poll workers deny your regular ballot, ask them to put in writing why they refused it.
- Request a written explanation: If poll workers deny your regular ballot, ask them to put in writing why they refused it.
November 4, 2025 at 3:06 PM
If you’re turned away at the polls (in Virginia or anywhere in the U.S.), here’s what to do:
- Request a written explanation: If poll workers deny your regular ballot, ask them to put in writing why they refused it.
- Request a written explanation: If poll workers deny your regular ballot, ask them to put in writing why they refused it.