Westrada
@westrada.bsky.social
Mental health counselor, social justice advocate, and libertarian socialist. I do wildlife photography, too.
This. The ongoing struggle of the left is winning people over to the side of marginalized groups. This can not be reconciled by abandoning the marginalized to make a platform that is only about economic class. Until this issue is addressed, there will be no realistic path forward.
America Hates The Left & We Need A Plan
YouTube video by Olurinatti
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December 12, 2024 at 11:39 AM
This. The ongoing struggle of the left is winning people over to the side of marginalized groups. This can not be reconciled by abandoning the marginalized to make a platform that is only about economic class. Until this issue is addressed, there will be no realistic path forward.
He was ousted less than a week ago, and governments are genuinely sending people back? Syria hasn't even formed a new government yet.
Austria says it will begin deporting Syrian refugees following the toppling of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Several other European governments, including Belgium, France, Greece, Germany and the United Kingdom, say they will pause asylum applications despite the power vacuum and instability in Syria.
As European Nations Freeze Asylum Applications, Austria Will Begin Deporting Syrian Refugees
The government of Austria says it will begin deporting Syrian refugees following the revolution that toppled Bashar al-Assad’s regime. About 100,000 Syrians have resettled in Austria in the 13 years…
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December 11, 2024 at 12:50 AM
He was ousted less than a week ago, and governments are genuinely sending people back? Syria hasn't even formed a new government yet.
Among Us being set up as the scapegoat was not on my bingo card
December 11, 2024 at 12:27 AM
Among Us being set up as the scapegoat was not on my bingo card
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Bashar al-Assad’s biggest mistake? Not going on Joe Rogan.
December 7, 2024 at 8:13 PM
Bashar al-Assad’s biggest mistake? Not going on Joe Rogan.
Few, if any, people who have lived on benefits would believe the qualifications are not strict enough. I remember needing food stamps in Florida, and I only qualified for $25/month. That's not enough for a week of food for most individuals, much less one month.
TW Benefits
Toxic newspaper storylines and political speeches have a very real impact on public attitudes, which, in turn, influence not only what policies are passed but also the lived experience—often a distressing one—of being on benefits. Please complain whenever you encounter toxic press.
Toxic newspaper storylines and political speeches have a very real impact on public attitudes, which, in turn, influence not only what policies are passed but also the lived experience—often a distressing one—of being on benefits. Please complain whenever you encounter toxic press.
December 5, 2024 at 11:58 PM
Few, if any, people who have lived on benefits would believe the qualifications are not strict enough. I remember needing food stamps in Florida, and I only qualified for $25/month. That's not enough for a week of food for most individuals, much less one month.
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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield on Thursday dropped a controversial change to its coverage after widespread backlash. The health insurance giant had previously announced it would stop paying for patients’ anesthesia for the full length of surgeries if the procedure went over an allotted time limit.
December 5, 2024 at 10:33 PM
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield on Thursday dropped a controversial change to its coverage after widespread backlash. The health insurance giant had previously announced it would stop paying for patients’ anesthesia for the full length of surgeries if the procedure went over an allotted time limit.
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"Democrats Will Keep Losing Until They Cut Ties With Billionaires and Corporations"
Justice Democrats' @alexandrasiera pens a powerful op-ed for @zeteo.com
Justice Democrats' @alexandrasiera pens a powerful op-ed for @zeteo.com
Democrats Will Keep Losing Until They Cut Ties With Billionaires and Corporations
Progressive movement leader Alexandra Rojas writes for Zeteo that those in charge of the Democrats’ 2024 campaign should have been fired a long time ago.
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December 5, 2024 at 6:59 PM
"Democrats Will Keep Losing Until They Cut Ties With Billionaires and Corporations"
Justice Democrats' @alexandrasiera pens a powerful op-ed for @zeteo.com
Justice Democrats' @alexandrasiera pens a powerful op-ed for @zeteo.com
Republican bills are like Monkey's Paws. What's the catch on this one? Maybe they just haven't added the kicking puppies clause yet. Broken clocks are right twice a day sometimes.
#congress #legislation
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
#congress #legislation
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
www.congress.gov
December 4, 2024 at 8:13 PM
Republican bills are like Monkey's Paws. What's the catch on this one? Maybe they just haven't added the kicking puppies clause yet. Broken clocks are right twice a day sometimes.
#congress #legislation
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
#congress #legislation
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
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Unless Congress acts in the next three weeks, Medicare will stop covering telehealth.
For people too sick to leave home for months, including millions who have been disabled by Covid, this will mean losing all access to healthcare.
Please sign this petition urging your representatives to act
For people too sick to leave home for months, including millions who have been disabled by Covid, this will mean losing all access to healthcare.
Please sign this petition urging your representatives to act
Preserving Telehealth
Preserving Telehealth Many U.S. telehealth benefits are set to expire shortly at the end of this year (December 31, 2024). With this email campaign, you can simply fill out your information and it wi...
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December 4, 2024 at 4:35 AM
Unless Congress acts in the next three weeks, Medicare will stop covering telehealth.
For people too sick to leave home for months, including millions who have been disabled by Covid, this will mean losing all access to healthcare.
Please sign this petition urging your representatives to act
For people too sick to leave home for months, including millions who have been disabled by Covid, this will mean losing all access to healthcare.
Please sign this petition urging your representatives to act
Today, I learned that the KKK historically opposed Flouride because of the potential benefits provided to black children.
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Why RFK Wants to Ban Fluoride
YouTube video by Rebecca Watson (Skepchick)
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December 3, 2024 at 7:05 AM
Today, I learned that the KKK historically opposed Flouride because of the potential benefits provided to black children.
youtu.be/nfsqcGzuUYY?...
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More shook than when I found out that green tea and black tea are from the same plant.
… just learned that canned black olives are just unripe green olives that have been chemically softened and then dyed black with food coloring
what the fuck
what the fuck
December 3, 2024 at 7:03 AM
More shook than when I found out that green tea and black tea are from the same plant.
So frustrating to live in the heart of one of America's largest urban cores yet have to walk 15 minutes up or down a steep hill in either direction to have access to fresh produce. It's an #accessibility issue and an urban food desert.
December 2, 2024 at 3:01 AM
So frustrating to live in the heart of one of America's largest urban cores yet have to walk 15 minutes up or down a steep hill in either direction to have access to fresh produce. It's an #accessibility issue and an urban food desert.
If you choose to visit family for the holidays and have concerns, think about what disengaging looks like for you. What helps you feel better when you're feeling distressed? What options for places to disengage to are accessible to you? If necessary, what does an early exit plan look like for you?
From navigating tough conversations to determining whether it's safe at all.
How to Go Home for the Holidays Amid Election Tension, According to Therapists
From navigating tough conversations to determining whether it's safe at all.
www.teenvogue.com
December 2, 2024 at 2:43 AM
If you choose to visit family for the holidays and have concerns, think about what disengaging looks like for you. What helps you feel better when you're feeling distressed? What options for places to disengage to are accessible to you? If necessary, what does an early exit plan look like for you?
During the 2024 election cycle, I was taken aback by how much of a backseat universal healthcare has taken in public discourse. We didn't stop wanting it. Instead, the two positions were maintaining the status quo and abolishing the Affordable Care Act.
Childbirth is already unaffordable for many. Now some are being asked to pay the bill before they even go into labor.
Parents Are Being Asked to Pay the Cost of Delivering Their Babies in Advance
Childbirth is already unaffordable for many. Now some are being asked to pay the bill before they even go into labor.
truthout.org
December 2, 2024 at 2:29 AM
During the 2024 election cycle, I was taken aback by how much of a backseat universal healthcare has taken in public discourse. We didn't stop wanting it. Instead, the two positions were maintaining the status quo and abolishing the Affordable Care Act.
Remember this: Macron appointed a conservative prime minister because the left party won bigger than his in a coordinated effort with his party to beat the right, and he decided that he would rather let the right win than have leftists in power.
Marine Le Pen’s ultimatum to French Prime Minister Michel Barnier, even after he caved on a key demand from her party, lays bare the unprecedented clout the far-right leader now wields in Paris’ halls of power.
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen has never been so powerful in France
Marine Le Pen is now the ultimate power broker in Paris.
buff.ly
December 2, 2024 at 2:09 AM
Remember this: Macron appointed a conservative prime minister because the left party won bigger than his in a coordinated effort with his party to beat the right, and he decided that he would rather let the right win than have leftists in power.
There's surprisingly few studies on the mental health benefits of third places, but from the ones I have read, it is clear that access to a safe place outside of home is desirable and, unfortunately, it is missing in many places.
December 1, 2024 at 9:19 AM
There's surprisingly few studies on the mental health benefits of third places, but from the ones I have read, it is clear that access to a safe place outside of home is desirable and, unfortunately, it is missing in many places.
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life is a highway I’m going to add lanes to it to relieve congestion and it’s not going to work
December 1, 2024 at 12:52 AM
life is a highway I’m going to add lanes to it to relieve congestion and it’s not going to work
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It never stops being weird watching homophobes dance to YMCA, the most popular gay anthem of all time.
November 29, 2024 at 11:39 PM
It never stops being weird watching homophobes dance to YMCA, the most popular gay anthem of all time.
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Roses are Red
Justice is Divine…
Justice is Divine…
February 21, 2024 at 12:46 AM
Roses are Red
Justice is Divine…
Justice is Divine…
Hmm, a bill dressed up to prevent eating disorders and self harm actually designed to censor topics about LGBTQIA+ and race? Why can't we have a good thing without an hidden insidious agenda?
Marsha Blackburn’s Dangerous Internet Censorship Bill VERY Likely to Pass in the Senate
The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) has amassed more than 60 cosponsors in the U.S. Senate. KOSA is bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senators Marsha Blackbu...
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February 21, 2024 at 3:45 AM
Hmm, a bill dressed up to prevent eating disorders and self harm actually designed to censor topics about LGBTQIA+ and race? Why can't we have a good thing without an hidden insidious agenda?
I was hoping @keffals.gg would migrate to Bluesky. Tis a good day.
February 20, 2024 at 2:49 AM
I was hoping @keffals.gg would migrate to Bluesky. Tis a good day.
As a future therapist, my oath to do no harm comes before any legislation mandating that I abuse my trans clients.
truthout.org/articles/wes...
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West Virginia Bill Would Mandate Conversion Therapy for Trans People Under 21
One of a slew of anti-trans bills released January 10, the bill also bans gender affirming care up to the age of 21.
truthout.org
February 7, 2024 at 10:01 AM
As a future therapist, my oath to do no harm comes before any legislation mandating that I abuse my trans clients.
truthout.org/articles/wes...
truthout.org/articles/wes...
Who's ready to see these things on literally everyone over the next decade?
February 7, 2024 at 9:05 AM
Who's ready to see these things on literally everyone over the next decade?