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this has gotta be it www.nytimes.com/2024/11/29/u...

Twitter didn't gain relevance by being the biggest platform, it gained relevancy through the quality of the content and individuals. The main goal for everyone here should be to encourage global defender, media, and establishment accounts to transition to #BlueSky. That'll provide legitimacy.

Billionaires are bowing down.
Media figures are bending a knee.
Public figures want to accommodate.

It is up to us to form a new opposition.
We will not back down. We must not obey.

Spending a month on Bluesky has created a whole new model of a fight we need to be having right now. Not liberal vs. conservative or whatever, but respect vs manipulation.

I am tired of being manipulated everywhere I go. That’s why I like it here, I feel like I’m in charge for once.

Being on Bluesky is like that weird time when you go from 8th to 9th grade at a new school and you pray you can find both old and new friends….

I ask the people in power, with large platforms and public profiles: For the last few years, you have been saying what everyday Americans need to do. With Trump coming:

Isn't it your time to stand up?
Isn't it your time to show some heroism?
Isn't it your time to do what you expected from others?

@naacp.bsky.social so are we going to talk about #HR9495 #killnonprofitsbill

a tiny brown dachshund puppy with tan a snoot and eyebrows, and adorably wrinkly ankles sits on a black countertop. next to him is a chalk sign that reads, "My first visit at Vets 4 Paws in Irvine." the sign indicates the wide-eyed puppy's name is Otis, he is 2.2 kilograms, and he's 10 weeks old.

This is Otis. He just had his very first vet appointment. Even got to take a picture like it was his first day of school. 12/10 we're proud of you, Otis

Trump officials to receive immediate clearances and easier FBI vetting Exclusive: president-elect’s team planning for background checks to occur only after administration takes over bureau

NEW — Trump’s transition team is planning for all cabinet picks to receive sweeping security clearances from the president-elect and only face FBI background checks after the incoming administration takes over the bureau @guardian exclusive www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...

What are some accessible Infosec & Opsec resources that activists, journalists, and organizers can turn to in preparation for the Trump admin?

Preparing for a fascist regime can feel scary and paralyzing. This seems like an area where people can take control w/ concrete steps.

Please share below 👇🏽

Once again, it’s time to Fork Over the Facts about gun violence prevention!

Be prepared for your lively holiday gathering discussions with these Myths vs. Facts.

@momsdemand.bsky.social
@everytown.bsky.social
@studentsdemand.bsky.social

www.everytown.org/debunking-gu...

VICTORY! New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the SAVE Act today, authorizing the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to fund public school anti-violence education programs! #NYPol

UPDATE — 🇲🇽 president Claudia Sheinbaum writes to Trump saying:

-border crossings are down 75%
-🇺🇸 should spend more on peace, less on war
-70% of illegal guns in 🇲🇽 come from 🇺🇸
-🇲🇽 will respond with more tariffs which hurt everyone

FULL LETTER: www.threads.net/@thetnholler...

Whistleblowing doctors need better protection | Letters Wes Streeting’s move is welcome, but the entire law in this area requires revisiting, say Dr David E Ward and Prof Jane Somerville We are encouraged to note that Wes Streeting is taking serious steps to stop NHS managers persecuting whistleblowing…

Whistleblowing doctors need better protection | Letters

This 👇👇👇👇

Your baby is adorable by design.

Those big eyes. Those chubby little cheeks. That sweet smile…

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Bluesky Is Turning Into a Strong X Alternative Bluesky has a hint of the old Twitter magic, but the feeling of freedom it offers might be even better.

Pass it on: Bluesky is fast becoming a powerhouse.

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The other exploding area of dark money in politics is the crypto lobby.

They have dumped insane sums in elections in both parties (Dem primaries + GOP general elections).

It’s pretty bad

Rock climbing, bracelet making, henna tats, a runway walk off hosted by Miss Maryland.

We did it, Joe!

Feminist Action Network (FAN) | Meetup **Turn Your Rage into Action and Fight Back.***This is a PRIVATE network and support group for the marginalized and their allies.*If you are furious about the rolling back of civil rights and the rise...

If you’re in #CecilCounty or #Baltimore and into #communitybuilding, I started this group called The Feminist Action Network.

We are talking about things like free speech vs hate speech and how to respond to hateful language and toxic behavior.

11 AM, North East Library www.meetup.com/cecilfan

A photo of a box of menstrual products

A photo of 4 boxes filled with menstrual products

Today I am dropping off 1,536 organic menstrual products to the parish prison on behalf of my nonprofit The Thurman Perry Foundation.

New grand total of donations: 284,841 thurmanperryfoundation.org

Numerous times this week, I’ve learned of news breaking on Bluesky before Twitter. In the past, it’s only ever been Twitter. Bodes well for the future of this site.

Small note: I wish there was a way to segment notifications (people I follow, mentions, etc).

cc @jay.bsky.team

lincolnlawyernetflix is the only legal show that even approaches an accurate presentation of trial examination -direct & cross. And the judges are on point as well. I really am charmed by Manuel Garcia-Rufo (Mickey Haller). And I love seeing @yayadacosta as Andrea, Mickey’s nemesis. She’s terrific.

a woman in a pink shirt and black jacket is eating a brown apple Alt: a woman in a pink shirt and black jacket is eating a brown apple

Rewatching #TheCloser

Not to self: wear mittens to your next doctor's appointment [an illustration of someone waving to another person, but with a mitten on, underneath the mitten is a middle finger]

chronic illness
#chronicillnessmemes #chronicillnesshumor #chronicillness

YouTube video by 60 Minutes Bhutan building Mindfulness City to create jobs, lure young Bhutanese home from abroad

Gross National Happiness 🤩

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