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Dr. Kellene Isom

@drkelleneisom.bsky.social

Professor of Nutrition Science, Registered Dietitian, Science supporter

18 Followers  |  26 Following  |  23 Posts  |  Joined: 26.01.2025  |  1.9666

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‘Heinous actions’: opposition to Trump, slow to energize, shakes off its slumber — Guardian US The slash-and-burn approach of Trump and his ‘Doge’ head Elon Musk has reinvigorated resistance to the administration

‘Heinous actions’: opposition to Trump, slow to energize, shakes off its slumber - The
Guardian

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I don’t understand how Ken Calvert keeps making it back in office. I wish I could vote for that region again and bring my votes that way.

23.02.2025 21:38 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Opinion | Married women could face new obstacles to vote. This is what conservatives want. | Opinion — USA TODAY Republicans are fast-tracking the SAVE Act under the guise of ensuring only US citizens are voting. But who does this bill hurt most? Married women.

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23.02.2025 04:50 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Opinion: Donald Trump doesn’t deserve to be celebrated on Presidents’ Day — Advocate Today is a day of mourning for an America that turned away from its founding ideals and into the grip of authoritarianism, writes John Casey.

Today is Not My President Day! Join those who believe in Democracy at your city halls and capitol to support!

For those who feel alone, you are not!
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17.02.2025 20:13 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The New Authoritarianism — The Atlantic This isn’t single-party rule, but it’s not democracy either. February 10, 2025 With the leader of a failed coup back in the White House and pursuing an unprecedented assault on the constitutional orde...

The New Authoritarianism - The Atlantic

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11.02.2025 05:18 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Federal judge blocks Trump from slashing NIH funding in 22 states that sued — The Washington Post Universities filed an additional lawsuit Monday that seeks to halt the cuts nationally.

Federal judge blocks Trump from slashing NIH funding in 22 states that sued - The Washington Post

Now people care! We’ve been telling you that cutting federal funds for research would hurt people—jobs included!

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11.02.2025 05:08 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

These beliefs of his are horrifying!

Staffer at Musk's DOGE resigns after racist social media posts exposed - CNBC

06.02.2025 23:33 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

“At least 2% of federal workers have said yes, according to the Trump administration.” They were planning to retire anyway.

Judge delays deadline for federal workers to accept Trump administration’s resignation offer - NPR

06.02.2025 23:26 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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How Bill Cassidy, a lifelong vaccination advocate, wound up voting for RFK Jr. as health secretary A look at how Kennedy convinced Sen. Cassidy, a doctor and vaccination advocate, that he should become health secretary.

Dr. Cassidy admits he is up for reelection and was worried if he didn’t vote for a Kennedy Trump would retaliate against him. I love your dedication to you medical oath of do no harm Dr. Cassidy! 😟

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06.02.2025 02:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

I think this is a fair action by Orange man. The council should have kicked us out in November because they saw that Americans don’t believe in human rights for all.

03.02.2025 21:07 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Food, health, and nutrition is always political. Our whole system is based on politics whether people like it or not. 🤦‍♀️ Keep posting!

02.02.2025 20:25 — 👍 4    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Canada and Mexico hit back after Trump signs order for punishing tariffs — Guardian US Justin Trudeau, Canada’s prime minister, announces tit-for-tat 25% tariffs and warns of impeded access to ‘vital goods critical to US security’

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02.02.2025 08:52 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Canada and Mexico hit back after Trump signs order for punishing tariffs - The Guardian

Other countries’ leaders have to explain to Trump how to properly do international relations. 😂

02.02.2025 08:50 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

Crap. I will have to keep an eye on this for the criteria they are using. 🤦‍♀️

01.02.2025 23:25 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

I agree!

01.02.2025 23:06 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

So she really will be the scapegoat!

01.02.2025 23:04 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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The Damage to Federal Medical Research Is Already Done Clinical trials may have to be scrapped, research applications will be pushed back, and unpaid researchers will quickly leave the sector—even if the Trump administration’s funding pause is only tempor...

Im quoted in this @wired.com story about the effects of the NIH mess, written by a journalist using a pseudonym for their own safety 💔#AcademicSky 🧪

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01.02.2025 20:17 — 👍 290    🔁 135    💬 11    📌 8

So disrespectful!

01.02.2025 22:56 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

There is Trump’s DEI scapegoat! The female! She should have been home pregnant and barefoot washing dishes as a trad wife. Shame on her!

01.02.2025 22:54 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

There is Trump’s DEI scapegoat! The female! She should have been home pregnant and barefoot washing dishes as a trad wife. Shame on her!

01.02.2025 22:52 — 👍 5    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Diversity, equity, inclusion are words that have positive meaning and should not be demonized.

01.02.2025 22:48 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Trump Freezes Trillions. Chaos Ensues. The Daily · Episode

helpful summary of the OMB chaos
... @nytimes.com "The Daily" podcast
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29.01.2025 13:12 — 👍 3    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0

Is this real?

30.01.2025 08:29 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

there are people who will ignore or perhaps even defend what is happening until it directly affects them or a family member...whether it is job loss, a grant or loan or research freeze...

28.01.2025 14:05 — 👍 9    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Among monarchs and presidents, focus of Auschwitz anniversary is on 50 survivors Former inmates of Nazi concentration camp in Poland will speak at ceremony marking 80 years since its liberation


Don’t forget the past because history will repeat itself.
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28.01.2025 00:50 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Among monarchs and presidents, focus of Auschwitz anniversary is on 50 survivors Former inmates of Nazi concentration camp in Poland will speak at ceremony marking 80 years since its liberation

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...

27.01.2025 09:40 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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How to Declutter Your Home (and Mind) This Year A tidy space can yield major mental health benefits, so we covered three ways you can declutter your home (and mind) this year.

I’ve been on a decluttering and deep cleaning binge!

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27.01.2025 00:42 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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How do I stay healthy in my 60s? People in their 60s are living longer today than in previous generations. We asked experts how they can best prepare

“One huge thing we underplay for people in their 60s is that they’re really going through a period of change,” says Dr Angela Sanford, a care provider.

We spoke with experts about health in your 60s and how to best prepare:

26.01.2025 12:45 — 👍 47    🔁 11    💬 2    📌 0

Updated DEI list of companies committed to DEI
Costco, Meijer,Kroger,Giant Grocery,Ben & Jerry’s,Ulta,Macy’s, Old Navy,Nordstrom’s,TJ Maxx,GoTo Foods (includes Moe’s Southwest Grill, Mcalister’s, Auntie Anne’s, Jamba, Cinnabon, and more…),Dollar Tree, Walgreens, Wegmans (for those on the east coast)

25.01.2025 20:42 — 👍 31504    🔁 7757    💬 1168    📌 573

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