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Updated post with more context. DSM school district says:
-"third-party comprehensive background check was conducted" when Roberts was hired
-Roberts "completed the I-9 employment eligibility verification form and submitted the required documentation" 1/
www.bleedingheartland.com/2025/09/26/i...
ICE detains Des Moines Superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts
Iowa's largest school district had "no confirmed information" on why ICE detained Dr. Ian Roberts, the superintendent since 2023.
www.bleedingheartland.com
September 26, 2025 at 11:07 PM
sue-andersen.bsky.social
I'm attending Indivisible's event, “Frontline in the Fight: Why Fascists Fear Teachers - A Conversation w/ Randi Weingarten” - sign up now to jo www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
Frontline in the Fight: Why Fascists Fear Teachers - A Conversation w/ Randi Weingarten · Indivisible
Across history, authoritarian regimes have feared educators—because teaching truth and critical thinking empowers students and communities to resist oppression. Today, public education is under attack...
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September 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
sue-andersen.bsky.social
August 21, 2025 at 3:14 AM
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MAINE RESISTANCE EVENTS
AUG 17 - AUG 23, 2025
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#RESIST through #PEACEFULProtest
#STOPtheCUTS-HEALtheWOUNDS
#NONViolence is Power
#EveryEffortCounts

REPOST & SHARE!
Updated Aug 17, 9:30AM
#Maine #MEPolitics
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PINE TREE ACTIVISM CALENDAR Events for Aug 17 – Aug 23, 2025 pg 1/20 Details confirmed as of Sun Aug 17, 9:30AM Share/Repost so Mainers know where to #RESIST! Submit events to: ptactivism@gmail.com SUN AUG 17 ----------------- AUG 17, Sun 10-2:30PM – Bangor This event's gathering address is private. Please sign up for more details. Knock Doors with the Maine Dems in Bangor! Join Us for a Day of Action with the Maine Democratic Party! Help us build back Democratic power in Maine—one conversation at a time. We're hitting the streets to talk with our neighbors and lay the groundwork for future victories (training provided). This community canvassing event is part of our ongoing effort to strengthen Democratic infrastructure and mobilize support ahead of critical elections. Sign up today and be part of the movement to strengthen Democratic power in Maine. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/819485/ AUG 17, Sun 11-2:00PM – Biddeford This event's gathering address is private. Please sign up for more details. Knock Doors with the Maine Dems in Biddeford! In November, Mainers will face Question 1, a critical referendum that will dismantle our popular absentee voting program — a cornerstone of accessible elections in our state. Join fellow Maine Democrats as we work to canvass our friends and neighbors in Biddeford and fight back against this voter suppression referendum. https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/825416/ AUG 17, Sun 11-2:00PM – Brunswick This event's gathering address is private. Please sign up for more details. Knock Doors with the Maine Dems in Brunswick! In November, Mainers will face Question 1, a critical referendum that will dismantle our popular absentee voting program — a cornerstone of accessible elections in our state. Join fellow Maine Democrats as we work to canvass our friends and neighbors in Brunswick and fight back against this voter suppression referendum. https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/827271/ AUG 17,…
August 17, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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AUG 15, Friday, 7:00PM
Cumberland County Jail
St John & Congress St
Portland, Maine
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A VIGIL IN SOLIDARITY WITH THOSE IN CAGES
Please join us in standing together w/all who are detained by ICE

Prisons do not disappear problems.
They disappear human beings. ~ADavis
A poster with same text as the post, with an outline of the state of Maine with fists separating bars & the Angela Davis quote (below), and logos at the bottom for presented by: Maine Greens, Maine Coalition for Palestine, NO I.C.E., Maine USA, & PRESENTE! Maine. ================= AUG 15, Friday, 7:00PM Cumberland County Jail St John & Congress St Portland, Maine ================= A VIGIL IN SOLIDARITY WITH THOSE IN CAGES Please join us in standing together w/all who are detained by ICE Prisons do not disappear problems. They disappear human beings. ~ADavis ---
August 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM
sue-andersen.bsky.social
August 9, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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pinetreeactivism.org
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AUG 10, Sun Sunrise-Sunset
1563 Post Rd, Wells, Maine
NO I.C.E. in WELLS!
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All Day Standout.
Take Action! Sign up for time slot here:
signup.com/go/oJTbBpE
August 6, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Public pressure for Maine’s largest jail to end its contract with federal immigration authorities has continued to grow but so far elected officials have not taken action to reconsider the agreement. mainemorningstar.com/2025/07/22/m...
Maine’s largest jail faces mounting pressure to end contract with federal immigration authorities • Maine Morning Star
Public pressure for Maine’s largest jail to end its contract with federal immigration authorities has continued to grow but so far elected officials have not taken action to reconsider the…
mainemorningstar.com
July 22, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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JULY 21, Monday 5:30PM
Sebago Conference Room
21 Northport Dr, Portland
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END the CONTRACT WITH ICE
Join the Cumberland County Commissioners' meeting to demand that we end our local jail's contract with I.C.E.

NO ICE – Protect Our Neighbors – Cancel the Contract
END THE CONTRACT WITH ICE JULY 21, Monday 5:30PM Sebago Conference Room 21 Northport Dr, Portland Join the Cumberland County Commissioners' meeting to demand that we end our local jail's contract with I.C.E. – Give testimony about I.C.E. – Learn about what's going on at your jail – Find ways to get involved NO ICE – Protect Our Neighbors – Cancel the Contract
July 19, 2025 at 2:14 PM
sue-andersen.bsky.social
I'm attending Indivisible's event, “Avelo: End Your Partnership with ICE” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
Avelo: End Your Partnership with ICE · Indivisible
Avelo Airlines is partnering with ICE to deport our friends, neighbors, and loved ones. Now that they’re flying out of Portland, we’re showing up to make sure Mainers know exactly who they’re doing bu...
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June 23, 2025 at 7:45 PM
sue-andersen.bsky.social
May 29, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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NEA member and @laschools.bsky.social teacher Angelica Reyes is breaking barriers and inspiring students as an undocumented educator. Her story is a powerful reminder of the vital role immigrant teachers play in shaping our future.
19thnews.org/2025/05/undo...
She's devoted her life to teaching your kids — in a country that now wants to deport her
15,000 immigrant educators rely on temporary permission to live and work in the U.S. But they fear for their futures under Trump.
19thnews.org
May 9, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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pinetreeactivism.org
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PORTLAND MAINE
MAY DAY MARCH
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Our 3hr March Through the City, about 1.75 miles with speakers, music, and massive turnout. All very well coordinated, impressively marshaled , huge public support from drivers, and perfect spring weather.
#RESIST through #PeacefulProtest
May 2, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Portland Maine May Day
March Through the City
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One of many great speeches, this one in front of Portland HS, a fiery speech by Rowe Elementary teacher about t2 and McMahon tearing things down. . .

#STOPtheCUTS-HEALtheWOUNDS
#RESIST through #PeacefulProtest
May 2, 2025 at 1:24 AM
sue-andersen.bsky.social
I'm attending May Day Strong's event, “May Day - Strength in Solidarity” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...
May Day - Strength in Solidarity · Mobilize
We will march across Portland to demonstrate solidarity with community and union struggles against Trump's attacks. We'll start at USM at 3:30, then march to the Post Office, Portland High School and ...
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April 28, 2025 at 1:42 AM