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Making things better since 1998. Started by @scottstowell.bsky.social. Enjoyed by you (we hope). Also: http://designforpeople.com

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Tactical Frivolity #bandnamelist

18.10.2025 13:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
"KNOW YOUR PROTEST RIGHTS
You don’t need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don’t need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you’re not obstructing traffic or access to buildings.
When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police.
If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries.
If you get stopped by the police, ask if you’re free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away.
If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don’t sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present.
If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you’ll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney — no matter your citizenship or immigration status."

"KNOW YOUR PROTEST RIGHTS You don’t need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don’t need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you’re not obstructing traffic or access to buildings. When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police. If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries. If you get stopped by the police, ask if you’re free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away. If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don’t sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present. If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you’ll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney — no matter your citizenship or immigration status."

If you're taking to the streets to protest today, know your rights.

18.10.2025 12:11 — 👍 3287    🔁 2182    💬 20    📌 42

Hopecore #bandnamelist

24.07.2025 14:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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04.07.2025 15:35 — 👍 194    🔁 56    💬 3    📌 2

Austrian Dorm Room #bandnamelist

07.07.2025 16:10 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
20% of government grantees would run out of cash in 3 months if their funding ends.

20% of government grantees would run out of cash in 3 months if their funding ends.

1 in 5 nonprofits that are government grantees would have to close their doors after 3 months if their federal funding stops. That means they would stop providing valuable services to their communities.

Learn more: blog.candid.org/post/how-lon...

16.06.2025 11:50 — 👍 3    🔁 4    💬 0    📌 0

Cuomover #bandnamelist

25.06.2025 19:58 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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"Know Your Protest Rights.
You don't need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don't need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you're not obstructing traffic or access to buildings.When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police.If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries.If you get stopped by the police, ask if you're free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away.If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present.If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you'll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney-no matter your citizenship or immigration status.”Know Your Rights. White ACLU logo.

Black graphic with text: "Know Your Protest Rights. You don't need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don't need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you're not obstructing traffic or access to buildings.When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police.If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries.If you get stopped by the police, ask if you're free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away.If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present.If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you'll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney-no matter your citizenship or immigration status.”Know Your Rights. White ACLU logo.

Dark blue background with text: "Know Your Rights When Interacting With Immigration Agents.
If you’re in a public space, you can ask if you're free to leave. If so, you can calmly walk away.You have the right to remain silent, even if you’re arrested. You do not have to discuss your immigration status with anyone. If you’re arrested, you can say that you wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.You have the right to refuse consent to a search.If you have valid immigration documents, you’re required to show them. Never provide fake documents.You have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.If you’re at home, you do not have to open the door. ICE agents may not enter unless they have a warrant signed by a judge (have them slip it under the door). If they force their way in, do not resist, but you can remain silent."Know Your Rights. White ACLU logo.

Dark blue background with text: "Know Your Rights When Interacting With Immigration Agents. If you’re in a public space, you can ask if you're free to leave. If so, you can calmly walk away.You have the right to remain silent, even if you’re arrested. You do not have to discuss your immigration status with anyone. If you’re arrested, you can say that you wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.You have the right to refuse consent to a search.If you have valid immigration documents, you’re required to show them. Never provide fake documents.You have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.If you’re at home, you do not have to open the door. ICE agents may not enter unless they have a warrant signed by a judge (have them slip it under the door). If they force their way in, do not resist, but you can remain silent."Know Your Rights. White ACLU logo.

If you're protesting this weekend, know your rights when interacting with law enforcement, including immigration agents.

04.04.2025 22:47 — 👍 4394    🔁 2794    💬 38    📌 88

Mutual Aid #bandnamelist

18.02.2025 19:38 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The American Civil Liberties Union logo: bold red letters joined together that say “ACLU” on a dark blue background, plus the words “WE THE PEOPLE” in white.

The American Civil Liberties Union logo: bold red letters joined together that say “ACLU” on a dark blue background, plus the words “WE THE PEOPLE” in white.

The WNYC logo: bold red letters that say “WNYC” inside a series of rectangles that recall buildings or a graphic equalizer, on a red background.

The WNYC logo: bold red letters that say “WNYC” inside a series of rectangles that recall buildings or a graphic equalizer, on a red background.

While we’re here: It’s always a good time to support the @aclu.org (action.aclu.org/give/now) and @wnyc.org (www.wnyc.org/support/), but right now is a particularly good time to do it!

18.02.2025 19:27 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The A.C.L.U. v. Trump 2.0 | The New Yorker Radio Hour | WNYC Studios Anthony Romero, the head of the A.C.L.U., says that the United States is on the brink of a constitutional crisis. “We’re at the Rubicon. Whether we’ve crossed it remains to be seen.&...

On Friday, Anthony Romero from the @aclu.org talked to @wnyc.org about where we’re going (if we’re not there already) and what we’re going to have to do next. www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/tny... #clientcoincidences

18.02.2025 19:20 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0

Extinction Burst #bandnamelist

14.02.2025 00:05 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Why the social sector is vital to healthy, thriving communities | Candid insights Get the facts on public charities, which make up a majority of NGOs—a broad umbrella term that was the subject of a recent White House memo—and what they do, who works at them, and how they're funded.

A dizzying flow of executive orders and memos has led to confusion and anxiety for nonprofits. Let's cut through the noise and focus on facts that show the real impact of nonprofits (and what happens if they cease to exist).

13.02.2025 13:20 — 👍 3    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0

Cute Winter Boots #bandnamelist

27.01.2025 20:54 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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How to Take Action on Inauguration Day and Beyond | ACLU Our civil liberties and civil rights are on the line. The ACLU’s guide helps to connect you with ways to advocate for our freedoms.

Our civil liberties and civil rights are on the line — but together, we are powerful.

Our new guide helps connect you with ways to advocate for our freedoms.

18.01.2025 18:11 — 👍 259    🔁 70    💬 5    📌 7

Thanks for considering supporting any or all of these nonprofit organizations. And thanks to all of these organizations for deciding to work with us! [12 of 12]

04.12.2024 03:04 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The WQXR logo: bold dark blue letters that say “WQXR” (only the Q is white) with the musical notation for “repeat” in black, on a light blue background.

The WQXR logo: bold dark blue letters that say “WQXR” (only the Q is white) with the musical notation for “repeat” in black, on a light blue background.

WQXR was the first commercial classical music radio station in the United States. Now they’re 100% non-commercial—and listener-supported. wqxr.org [11 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The WNYC logo: bold red letters that say “WNYC” inside a series of rectangles that recall buildings or a graphic equalizer, on a red background.

The WNYC logo: bold red letters that say “WNYC” inside a series of rectangles that recall buildings or a graphic equalizer, on a red background.

WNYC (@wnyc.org) FM and AM are New York City’s flagship radio stations. Originally owned by the city, they’re now totally independent. wnyc.org [10 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The Westport Library logo: bold black typography that says “The Westport Library” with an ellipsis (three dots) after it on a light green background.

The Westport Library logo: bold black typography that says “The Westport Library” with an ellipsis (three dots) after it on a light green background.

The Westport Library is constantly redefining what a public library can be and do—their maker space was one of the first in the U.S. westportlibrary.org [9 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The New York Public Radio logo: open-ended letters that say “PUBLIC” in many colors, with “NEW YORK” and “RADIO” in white above and below, on a black background.

The New York Public Radio logo: open-ended letters that say “PUBLIC” in many colors, with “NEW YORK” and “RADIO” in white above and below, on a black background.

New York Public Radio runs WNYC, WQXR, @gothamist.com, and more. They’re also our next-door neighbor! nypublicradio.org [8 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The New 42 logo: blocky geometric lettering that says “NEW 42” with a photo of kids in the audience of a theater inside, on a light blue background.

The New 42 logo: blocky geometric lettering that says “NEW 42” with a photo of kids in the audience of a theater inside, on a light blue background.

New 42, the organization behind the New Victory (@newvictorytheater.bsky.social) believes access to the performing arts is every child’s right. new42.org [7 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society logo(s): the letters “MS” in white, repeated many times and crossed out in black differently each time on an orange background.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society logo(s): the letters “MS” in white, repeated many times and crossed out in black differently each time on an orange background.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society is the largest MS organization in the world. Their vision is “a world free of MS.” nationalmssociety.org [6 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The Jewish Board logo: a starburst in two shades of orange made from overlapping six-pointed stars, with the words “The Jewish Board” in white, on a purple background.

The Jewish Board logo: a starburst in two shades of orange made from overlapping six-pointed stars, with the words “The Jewish Board” in white, on a purple background.

The Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services (@jewishboard.bsky.social) is the biggest mental-health provider in New York City. jewishboard.org [5 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The Candid logo: bold black typography that says “Candid” with a period after it on a warm yellow background.

The Candid logo: bold black typography that says “Candid” with a period after it on a warm yellow background.

Candid (@candiddotorg.bsky.social) “connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it.” candid.org [4 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
The ARChive of Contemporary Music logo: a series of concentric white arcs that recall a vinyl record, a CD, and/or radiating sound waves.

The ARChive of Contemporary Music logo: a series of concentric white arcs that recall a vinyl record, a CD, and/or radiating sound waves.

The Archive of Contemporary Music (@arcmusicny.bsky.social) collects every version of all recordings—three million so far! arcmusic.org [3 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 2    🔁 2    💬 1    📌 0
The American Civil Liberties Union logo: bold red letters joined together that say “ACLU” on a dark blue background, plus the words “WE THE PEOPLE” in white.

The American Civil Liberties Union logo: bold red letters joined together that say “ACLU” on a dark blue background, plus the words “WE THE PEOPLE” in white.

American Civil Liberties Union (@aclu.bsky.social) is “the nation’s premier defender of the rights enshrined in the U.S. Constitution.” aclu.org [2 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

It’s #GivingTuesday. But any day is a good day to try to make things better, especially these days. May we suggest supporting these fine nonprofit organizations we’ve been fortunate to work with? #makingthingsbetter [1 of 12]

04.12.2024 02:59 — 👍 7    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0

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