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‪Phillips OBrien‬
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Once again, the only way the actions of Trump and his supporters makes sense is if you accept that they have no intention of willingly giving up power, regardless of what happens in any democratic process.>>

Because that is where “furiners” are

They would just shoot him

My wife would like to try it- care to share the recipe? It looks delish

Been doing this for years…. Love it

Revolutionary optimism is a profound and unwavering belief & practice in the potential for radical change even amidst systems of oppression. It is not blind hope or passive faith rather it is rooted in a deep understanding of historical struggle, collective resilience, and the transformative power of organized resistance.

Revolutionary optimism emerges from the conviction that oppressed peoples, through solidarity and struggle, have the capacity to dismantle exploitative structures and build a just society. It represents the refusal to accept the permanence of oppression and the commitment to envisioning and creating a liberated future.

Revolutionary optimism is an act of resistance because it directly confronts the despair and nihilism that systems of domination seek to impose. By cultivating hope and determination, oppressed individuals and communities undermine the pathological control of their oppressors.

This mindset, this practice fuels action, sustains movements, and inspires generations to continue the fight for liberation. In essence, revolutionary optimism is resistance because it denies the oppressor the ultimate victory: the surrender of the human spirit. It transforms hope into a weapon, reminding us that the struggle for justice is not only necessary but inevitable.

Revolutionary Optimism:

A must read.

Please repost for visibility.

'Drink.' (c1999) The stark simplicity of the surrounding space provides no distractions to this eye-catching painting by Wayne Thiebaud where we are invited to appreciate the beauty of light reflecting through whatever liquid is in the glass.

Election denialism.

Them: storm the Capitol

Us: leave that lawn sign up just a little too long.

who wrote this?

KINSELLA: Weak political will allowing anti-Semitism to rise in Montreal In a city previously known for arts and cuisine and a decided European flair, things have gone from bad to worse.

Synagogues and community centers firebombed, Jewish schools shot up: why has Montreal experienced the worst anti-Semitic violence in North America since Oct. 7?

it is very funny

the highly anticipated (by me at the very least) sequel