Third Act Ohio
@thirdactoh.bsky.social
Experienced Ohioans over 60 working to stabilize our climate and democracy. A working group in @thirdact.org
Globally, more than 400 million tons of plastic are produced each year with a significant portion of that being for single-use items. Plastic production volume has double in the last 2 decades and is projected to triple by 2060.
November 13, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Globally, more than 400 million tons of plastic are produced each year with a significant portion of that being for single-use items. Plastic production volume has double in the last 2 decades and is projected to triple by 2060.
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COP 30 is "greatest opportunity of the century, and those who those opting out of climate action risk stagnation while “other economies surge ahead.” CNBC TV18: bit.ly/4ozL4HS
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COP 30 Day 1: UN stresses cooperation, claims Paris Agreement is working, highlights AI innovation - CNBC TV18
The gathering of world leaders also drew activists who believe the issue of climate change needs to be treated with more urgency. “Global leaders are taking so small steps, like they’re sleeping and n...
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November 12, 2025 at 10:38 AM
COP 30 is "greatest opportunity of the century, and those who those opting out of climate action risk stagnation while “other economies surge ahead.” CNBC TV18: bit.ly/4ozL4HS
@jobsohio.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social @indivcentraloh.bsky.social @thirdactoh.bsky.social @repmarcykaptur.bsky.social
@jobsohio.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social @indivcentraloh.bsky.social @thirdactoh.bsky.social @repmarcykaptur.bsky.social
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Third Act's Union working group is hosting an important call Wednesday night with Bill Fletcher discussing labor's role in the fight for democracy
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thirdact.org/union/events...
Unions and the Fight for Democracy
Join Third Act Union and guest speaker Bill Fletcher on November 12th at 7pm ET as we get back together, share our resistance work, and discuss labor’s role in the...
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November 11, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Third Act's Union working group is hosting an important call Wednesday night with Bill Fletcher discussing labor's role in the fight for democracy
thirdact.org/union/events...
thirdact.org/union/events...
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Third Act Educators--big national call coming up with Ron Berger on the roots of fascism in this country!
thirdact.org/educators/20...
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American Fascism — Exposing Its Roots
“Fascism, American Style” – Exposing Its Roots Visiting Munich and Berlin in recent years, I’ve been puzzled by how fascism could have taken hold in what are now such livable,...
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November 11, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Third Act Educators--big national call coming up with Ron Berger on the roots of fascism in this country!
thirdact.org/educators/20...
thirdact.org/educators/20...
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The exciting talent @katiewilson.bsky.social has taken a narrow lead as ballots are still being counted in the Seattle mayoral race.
If you want a sense of why this is very cool news, here's something of mine from earlier this fall
www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
If you want a sense of why this is very cool news, here's something of mine from earlier this fall
www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
Can Progressive Mayors Redeem the Democratic Party?
Zohran Mamdani isn’t the only candidate challenging the status quo—and having fun doing it.
www.newyorker.com
November 11, 2025 at 1:53 AM
The exciting talent @katiewilson.bsky.social has taken a narrow lead as ballots are still being counted in the Seattle mayoral race.
If you want a sense of why this is very cool news, here's something of mine from earlier this fall
www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
If you want a sense of why this is very cool news, here's something of mine from earlier this fall
www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
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"If we want stability, we must invest where people are most at risk. To prevent further displacement, climate financing needs to reach the communities already living on the edge."
Climate disasters displaced 250 million people in past 10 years, UN report finds
Floods, storms and droughts have uprooted people across the globe as rising temperatures intensify conflict and hunger
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:58 AM
"If we want stability, we must invest where people are most at risk. To prevent further displacement, climate financing needs to reach the communities already living on the edge."
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After federal rules nixed their plans to offer food-insecure people a discount, I found three Oregon grocery stores that are using the honor system to help SNAP recipients. My story today: www.oregonlive.com/business/202...
Feds told Oregon grocers they couldn’t offer 10% off to SNAP recipients, so they got creative
The honor system is in place at three Oregon stores, now offering discounts to all who need it.
www.oregonlive.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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Schools should be safe havens, not training grounds for surviving government violence. Thank you PPS for putting our students & their safety first.
If you see ICE in your neighborhood call PIRC (1-888-622-1510). Call my office (503-231-2300) if your friend or family member has been detained.
If you see ICE in your neighborhood call PIRC (1-888-622-1510). Call my office (503-231-2300) if your friend or family member has been detained.
Portland schools heighten security due to immigration enforcement activity
The district wrote to parents and staff that school leaders are developing dismissal plans to ensure students can return home safely this afternoon.
www.oregonlive.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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David Goeßmann interviewing Bill McKibben, asks what gives him the hope and strength to continue, and McKibben responds:
"Hey, lots of people are suffering badly, mostly in places that did nothing to cause climate change. If they can keep fighting, I guess I can too!"
Yes, we can too.
"Hey, lots of people are suffering badly, mostly in places that did nothing to cause climate change. If they can keep fighting, I guess I can too!"
Yes, we can too.
COP30: 'A Real Opening for Quicker Progress' | Common Dreams
Why it's not all bad news for Bill McKibben regarding the climate crisis. Five questions to one of the leading environmentalists in the US.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:28 PM
David Goeßmann interviewing Bill McKibben, asks what gives him the hope and strength to continue, and McKibben responds:
"Hey, lots of people are suffering badly, mostly in places that did nothing to cause climate change. If they can keep fighting, I guess I can too!"
Yes, we can too.
"Hey, lots of people are suffering badly, mostly in places that did nothing to cause climate change. If they can keep fighting, I guess I can too!"
Yes, we can too.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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If I'm doing the math correctly, Musk's big pay packet yesterday could have made each of these now-dead people millionaires instead.
He is among the sickest men the world has ever produced.
He is among the sickest men the world has ever produced.
One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
The short documentary “Rovina’s Choice” tells the story of what goes when aid goes.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:52 PM
If I'm doing the math correctly, Musk's big pay packet yesterday could have made each of these now-dead people millionaires instead.
He is among the sickest men the world has ever produced.
He is among the sickest men the world has ever produced.
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If we had the same cheap, instant access to rooftop solar systems, not only could we power the homes of 18.2 million families, but we could also save $1.2 trillion in the process 💸
🔗 Read the full Permit Power report here: permitpower.org/resources/as...
🔗 Read the full Permit Power report here: permitpower.org/resources/as...
November 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
If we had the same cheap, instant access to rooftop solar systems, not only could we power the homes of 18.2 million families, but we could also save $1.2 trillion in the process 💸
🔗 Read the full Permit Power report here: permitpower.org/resources/as...
🔗 Read the full Permit Power report here: permitpower.org/resources/as...
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🤯 This new @permitpower.bsky.social report reveals that if we cut down on red tape for solar installations, we could unlock solar power for almost 20 MILLION families across the U.S. 🇺🇸 If it’s already working in countries like Australia & Germany, why can’t it work here? 👇🧵
November 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
🤯 This new @permitpower.bsky.social report reveals that if we cut down on red tape for solar installations, we could unlock solar power for almost 20 MILLION families across the U.S. 🇺🇸 If it’s already working in countries like Australia & Germany, why can’t it work here? 👇🧵
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.@saveohioparks.bsky.social friend Nate Murray created an inspiring docu film on two friends traveling the country talking to people helping to save the planet.
Help him raise $20,000 to finish. Trailer: bit.ly/3JyDtKD
@thirdactoh.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.social @cincynature.bsky.social
Help him raise $20,000 to finish. Trailer: bit.ly/3JyDtKD
@thirdactoh.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.social @cincynature.bsky.social
Support Us — Local Motives
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November 7, 2025 at 1:39 PM
.@saveohioparks.bsky.social friend Nate Murray created an inspiring docu film on two friends traveling the country talking to people helping to save the planet.
Help him raise $20,000 to finish. Trailer: bit.ly/3JyDtKD
@thirdactoh.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.social @cincynature.bsky.social
Help him raise $20,000 to finish. Trailer: bit.ly/3JyDtKD
@thirdactoh.bsky.social @ccbecker271.bsky.social @cincynature.bsky.social
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A year ago today, we had a really terrible election night, and because I know how people fall into despair I sat down at 11pm and wondered what I could tell you. I told you:
November 5, 2025 at 6:26 PM
A year ago today, we had a really terrible election night, and because I know how people fall into despair I sat down at 11pm and wondered what I could tell you. I told you:
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Colorado is not alone: www.newsweek.com/map-states-f...
Map shows states offering free school meals
Only nine states have universal free meal programs for pupils, but others are actively introducing or debating legislation that could expand access.
www.newsweek.com
November 5, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Colorado is not alone: www.newsweek.com/map-states-f...
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If I were running in next year's midterms, I'd be saying: Aussies are getting free electricity, and we're getting huge price spikes.
Because they built solar, and Trump is blocking it.
open.substack.com/pub/billmcki...
Because they built solar, and Trump is blocking it.
open.substack.com/pub/billmcki...
Free Electricity. Like, at no cost. For everyone. Now.
Let's talk about affordability, abundance, and Australia--and why thanks to Trump we can't have nice things
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November 5, 2025 at 10:10 PM
If I were running in next year's midterms, I'd be saying: Aussies are getting free electricity, and we're getting huge price spikes.
Because they built solar, and Trump is blocking it.
open.substack.com/pub/billmcki...
Because they built solar, and Trump is blocking it.
open.substack.com/pub/billmcki...
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Floridians, join us in Miami. Third Act Florida representatives will attend, say hello to us!
www.miamibookfair.com/event/an-eve...
www.miamibookfair.com/event/an-eve...
An Evening With Bill McKibben on Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization - Miami Book Fair
Our climate is melting down. But Bill McKibben, one of the first to sound the climate crisis alarm, insists that the moment is also full of possibility. Here Comes the Sun tells the story of the sudde...
www.miamibookfair.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Floridians, join us in Miami. Third Act Florida representatives will attend, say hello to us!
www.miamibookfair.com/event/an-eve...
www.miamibookfair.com/event/an-eve...
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“Here in New Jersey, we know that this nation has not ever been, nor will it ever be ruled by kings. We take oaths to a Constitution, not a king.” - Governor-elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social #NoKings
November 5, 2025 at 4:32 AM
“Here in New Jersey, we know that this nation has not ever been, nor will it ever be ruled by kings. We take oaths to a Constitution, not a king.” - Governor-elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social #NoKings
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The path to protecting democracy runs through empowered voters and a movement that refuses to back down. We need leaders who will meet the moment, and we’ll be there on the ground and at the polls when they do.
November 5, 2025 at 4:10 AM
The path to protecting democracy runs through empowered voters and a movement that refuses to back down. We need leaders who will meet the moment, and we’ll be there on the ground and at the polls when they do.
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This morning Ohio Senators are in committee deciding on a bill that would throw away valid votes from eligible voters that were mailed on time because of mail delays outside of a voter's control. That's not right.
Urge your state senator to vote "No", here:
lwvohio.salsalabs.org/urgentstopsb293
Urge your state senator to vote "No", here:
lwvohio.salsalabs.org/urgentstopsb293
November 5, 2025 at 12:11 PM
This morning Ohio Senators are in committee deciding on a bill that would throw away valid votes from eligible voters that were mailed on time because of mail delays outside of a voter's control. That's not right.
Urge your state senator to vote "No", here:
lwvohio.salsalabs.org/urgentstopsb293
Urge your state senator to vote "No", here:
lwvohio.salsalabs.org/urgentstopsb293
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Maybe dumping poop on voters from an airplane is not a surefire electoral strategy
November 5, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Maybe dumping poop on voters from an airplane is not a surefire electoral strategy
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GEORGIANS!
WELL DONE!
Alicia Johnson & Peter Hubbard HAVE BEEN ELECTED TO THE PSC!!!!
AND Y’ALL DID IT!!!!
So give yourselves a big hug,…
But we’re not done yet.
This spring there is another PSC election, and we have to work hard for it.
So, enjoy the win, rest up, and we’ll be in touch.
WELL DONE!
Alicia Johnson & Peter Hubbard HAVE BEEN ELECTED TO THE PSC!!!!
AND Y’ALL DID IT!!!!
So give yourselves a big hug,…
But we’re not done yet.
This spring there is another PSC election, and we have to work hard for it.
So, enjoy the win, rest up, and we’ll be in touch.
November 5, 2025 at 3:26 AM
GEORGIANS!
WELL DONE!
Alicia Johnson & Peter Hubbard HAVE BEEN ELECTED TO THE PSC!!!!
AND Y’ALL DID IT!!!!
So give yourselves a big hug,…
But we’re not done yet.
This spring there is another PSC election, and we have to work hard for it.
So, enjoy the win, rest up, and we’ll be in touch.
WELL DONE!
Alicia Johnson & Peter Hubbard HAVE BEEN ELECTED TO THE PSC!!!!
AND Y’ALL DID IT!!!!
So give yourselves a big hug,…
But we’re not done yet.
This spring there is another PSC election, and we have to work hard for it.
So, enjoy the win, rest up, and we’ll be in touch.
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Despite vile Islamophobic campaigning, Muslims won historic victories in NY and VA, the targets of the 9/11 attacks
Perhaps Trump hasn’t permanently halted America’s slow march towards a true multi-ethnic democracy
Perhaps Trump hasn’t permanently halted America’s slow march towards a true multi-ethnic democracy
November 5, 2025 at 3:32 AM
Despite vile Islamophobic campaigning, Muslims won historic victories in NY and VA, the targets of the 9/11 attacks
Perhaps Trump hasn’t permanently halted America’s slow march towards a true multi-ethnic democracy
Perhaps Trump hasn’t permanently halted America’s slow march towards a true multi-ethnic democracy
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We go to sleep in a better country than we woke up in. Thank you to everyone who worked for these coast-to-coast victories, for this utter repudiation of Trumpism, for economic justice and a country for all of us, not for white supremacy.
November 5, 2025 at 6:22 AM
We go to sleep in a better country than we woke up in. Thank you to everyone who worked for these coast-to-coast victories, for this utter repudiation of Trumpism, for economic justice and a country for all of us, not for white supremacy.