Maia Duerr

my friend Kristin Barendsen is there too, perhaps you will run into each other! she's on Substack though not Bluesky.

How to protest ICE with your tax dollars 2026 war tax resistance guide

Super helpful if you're considering tax resistance in response to federal spending and policies (such as they are) for ICE and the U.S. military: www.queerandtranswealth.org/p/2026-war-t...

that looks kinda scary!

well maybe I'll just have to pause my federal tax payments because of ethical concerns.

This is one of the essential requirements for the position: "Comfortable using AI tools to maximise impact."

does anyone think tax resistance makes sense in a situation like this, or would it just be a useless strategy since this gov't will probably do whatever it wants with whatever money it's got?

yes to Cato! and ooops, i'm breaking my digital fast : )

who?

Going to do a #digitalfast for #Lent -- off of Bluesky and other social media starting tomorrow.

Everyone be well! See you around Easter, April 5!

Roshi Joan teaching today, where she shared about the Bodhisattva path: It takes selfless determination and tenderness toward life.

I look at the headlines and all I can think is there is no short term fix. Not crowds coming to a #NoKings march, not mid-term elections, not judges, not even #Buddhist monks walking with their sweet dog. I’m not dismissing these things, they're some tools to throw wrenches into the process.
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The Love We See in Minneapolis Isn’t Exceptional — It’s How We Survive Together A beautiful web is being woven in Minnesota: not with new materials but with wisdom that was already here.

A beautiful and deeply important piece. Please read.

We can't fall into right-wing populism’s lie that the most vulnerable in society are to blame for wealth inequality in our countries. We need to build movements that tell the truth: the story of wealth inequality is not a cultural one, but a class one.

ACTION ALERT
Please oppose the re-opening of a uranium mine in Cibola County, #NewMexico, by Feb 17. The proposed mine is in close proximity to Mt. Taylor, a site of deep spiritual significance to Native peoples. @paa505.bsky.social put together a toolkit: files.constantcontact.com/e64dc9ac901/...

what's up with SB 53, CHISPA data privacy?

we need a hell of a lot more than an investigation.

JFC, cut that shit in half and you’ve eradicated hunger, provided healthcare for all and made education free for all Americans. What the fuck are we doing?

One of the funniest (laugh-to-keep-from-crying) linguistic aspects of this strange era on Earth is that the literal meaning of the term "anti-woke" is ASLEEP.

Yesterday morning kids were sent running from their bus stop in panic because ICE showed up. This guy at today’s ICE Out of Lindenwold protest is a must watch 😭. @maddow.bsky.social

This gets the prize for sexiest alt text on Bluesky.

@thanissara.bsky.social is never superficial! Her Dharma practice has deep roots, her critical thinking skills are robust, her commitment to liberation is unwavering. Glad you read it through, John.

timeline cleanse...

It's unfortunate you've bought into the AI paradigm.

... Getting a solid understanding of race, class, gender, and intersectionality. Boundless patience and forbearance. Add some joy in there, however hard earned it may be.

Thank you for attending my TED talk ; ) Please add to it if you’d like.

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Being with not knowing and staying open and connected with each other is foundational. As is developing an inviolable relationship with the land you live on, and the people who were/are indigenous to it. Listening. Taking skillful action in solidarity with others.
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We're up against some huge forces, and we’re in a MAJOR falling apart process. It will get worse before it gets better. But we're not helpless. We are not without agency. The outcome may look entirely different than what you thought or hoped or expected, and that’s okay. We’re in a PROCESS.
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I look at the headlines and all I can think is there is no short term fix. Not crowds coming to a #NoKings march, not mid-term elections, not judges, not even #Buddhist monks walking with their sweet dog. I’m not dismissing these things, they're some tools to throw wrenches into the process.
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This is where a big chunk of our tax money is going.

Buddhist Monks Complete Historic Walk for Peace to Washington, DC - Buddhistdoor Global The monks' 108-day journey ended with interfaith ceremonies at the Washington National Cathedral and a planned gathering at the Lincoln Memorial

BDG News: Buddhist Monks Complete Historic Walk for Peace to Washington, DC

🔗 Read more: tinyurl.com/mr37jsu6

#Buddhism #BuddhistMonk #Pilgrimage #Peace #Compassion #WashingtonDC #EngagedBuddhism #Theravada #WashingtonNationalCathedral #WalkForPeace

Beautiful reminders.