Participated in the “Disappeared in America Day of Action” (of which there have been several), this one on Sat, Nov. 1. All dressed in black, walking in silence (except for our drummer), carrying signs with names of Massachusetts people recently disappeared by ICE. A smaller demo, deeply meaningful.

(First 4 of 20, that is.)

Fifth 4 (of 20) favorite signs from October 18, 2025 No Kings Day that I’d like to share!

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Second 4 (of 20) favorite signs from October 18, 2025 No Kings Day that I’d like to share!

First 10 (of 20) favorite signs from October 18, 2025 No Kings Day that I’d like to share!

@democracydocket.com First Felon, who cannot be prosecuted for job-related actions, preceded medical comments with “I’m not a doctor.” RFK, who CAN be prosecuted for job-related actions, did NOT precede medical comments with “I’m not a doctor.” Expect lawsuits when unvaccinated children start dying?

@glennkirschner.bsky.social First Felon who cannot be prosecuted for job-related actions preceded medical comments with“I’m not a doctor.” RFK who CAN be prosecuted for job-related actions did NOT precede medical comments with “I’m not a doctor.” Expect lawsuits as unvaccinated children start dying?

@legalafmtn.bsky.social First Felon, who cannot be prosecuted for job-related actions, preceded medical comments with“I’m not a doctor.” RFK, who CAN be prosecuted for job-related actions, did NOT precede medical comments with “I’m not a doctor.” Expect lawsuits as unvaccinated children start dying?

Yay! Finally got my second lengthy, detailed message out to Governor Gavin Newsom! (My earlier one was July 11, almost 3 months ago.) I like letting him know what I appreciate about his actions and statements (I keep notes!) and I also like conveying to him my ideas, understandings, and suggestions.

@colbertlateshow.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/hike...

I had to pause Stephen Colbert to go into the kitchen, and the TV landed on this exquisite image of him in this most charming and delightful moment — so delightful that I simply had to photograph my TV! I love that man soooooooo much.  He truly saves my life on an almost daily basis. 

@colbertlateshow.bsky.social
Since Trump’s humiliating speech at the UN (talking to West Point grads about trophy wives is at least to US citizens, not foreign heads of state!), been researching 25th Amendment. Seems Vance must initiate. From Pence’s experience, he knew this job would take courage.

@jimmykimmellive.bsky.social
Since Trump’s humiliating speech at the UN (talking to West Point grads about trophy wives is at least to US citizens, not foreign heads of state!), been researching 25th Amendment. Seems Vance must initiate. From Pence’s experience, he knew this job would take courage.

@latenightseth.bsky.social

Since Trump’s humiliating speech at the UN (talking to West Point grads about trophy wives was at least to US citizens, not foreign heads of state!), been researching 25th Amendment. Seems Vance must initiate. From Pence’s experience, he knew this job would take courage.

@meidastouch.com
Since Trump’s humiliating speech at the UN (talking to West Point grads about trophy wives is at least to US citizens, not foreign heads of state!), been researching 25th Amendment. Seems Vance must initiate action. But from Pence’s experience, he knew this job would take courage.

@briantylercohen.bsky.social
Since Trump’s humiliating speech at the UN (talking to West Point grads about trophy wives is at least to US citizens, not foreign heads of state!), been researching 25th Amendment. Seems Vance must initiate. From Pence’s experience, he knew this job would take courage.

@briantylercohen.bsky.social
Hey Brian,
I love this whole thing about how the Nobel Peace Prize committee is interrogating Trump about his statements targeting those he labels as “enemies.” Would love to see more exploration and coverage on this!!
Thanks for all that you do!
~HikerWithDogs

@meidastouch.com
Hey Ben et al,
I love this whole thing about how the Nobel Peace Prize committee is interrogating Trump about his statements targeting those he labels as “enemies.” Would love to see more exploration and coverage on this!!
Thanks for all that you do!
~HikerWithDogs

@colbertlateshow.bsky.social
Hey Stephen!
I love this whole thing about how the Nobel Peace Prize committee is interrogating Trump about his statements targeting those he labels as “enemies.” Would love to see more exploration and coverage on this!!
Thanks for all that you do!
~HikerWithDogs

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I signed. We need Colbert’s bold, frank commentary now as much as ever, and need to stop corporations like CBS from cowing to political intimidation of The First Felon regime. Add your name to the petition to demand they reverse their decision and keep Colbert on air! sign.moveon.org/petitions/co...

I’m so impressed by Canada, when its primary trading partner became unreliable, diversifying to create new trading relationships. When the First Felon was threatening & bullying, Canada went out, did the on-the-ground slog work of respectful negotiations, and obtained trade deals, eg with Greenland.

Basic high school civics: The core American principle of the “loyal opposition.” Why you call them “opponents” and NOT “enemies.” Freedom of speech delivers best policy thru rigorous discussion between people who disagree, all seeing opponents as loyal opposition, never questioning anyone’s loyalty.

I suppose it’s a logical progression. Start with, “Don’t want European friends,” then follow that with, “Don’t want Asian friends.” And earlier, with the destruction of USAID, “Don’t want friends in the developing world.” A logical progression.

How to reinforce the age-old “Ugly American” stereotype around the world.

I wonder if First Felon & minions have the *faintest* idea what a HUGE bad impression the USA has now made, not only on the 317 Korean engineers, but on *all* of Korean society, how widespread the discussion is throughout Korea! — even just on how bad the *food* was while while they were imprisoned!

I love-love-love-love-LOVE the creativity of Korean commentators, who are talking about “rounding up all the Americans who are in Korea teaching English on tourist visas,” stating, “Diplomacy should be reciprocal.” Brilliant!!
(Got this re Korean commentators from Katie Phang.)

People have been raving about Heather Cox Richardson for a long time, but I’m only just discovering her myself now. Wow, she just piles amazing insight, upon amazing insight, upon amazing insight, until before you realize it she’s done like 15 amazing insights in a row! Wowee-ka-zowee!!!! 😯🤔🥰

(After all, I came to Bluesky as part of leaving Facebook, so I need Bluesky to fulfill some of the functions that Facebook provided.)