Sad to hear of the passing of Jane Goodall, who was a real hero. I was fortunate to meet her once prior to giving her an award. We sat backstage here in DC and she was not only mesmerizing...she was hilarious. Brilliant, a trailblazer, fearless and funny is not a bad epitaph. She will be missed.

I hope those Flag Officers who got lectured to yesterday are paying attention.

Zipties on elderly in wheelchairs? Cruelty is the point. Oh USofA, you have lost your soul as a Country. Fight for it!

People in wheelchairs are getting arrested right now in the Russell Senate Office Building in DC. They showed up to tell Congress not to cut their Medicaid, because they cant afford health care without it. If you look closely you can see the zip ties on their hands. #WeWontGetOverLosingMedicaid

We’ve truly lost our way in this country.

An 80-year-old vet who fought for this country just got arrested protesting Trump‘s parade. He deserves respect, not handcuffs.

The news isn’t being clear about this but to people hearing about these Minnesota shootings: Melissa Hortman is the Dem leader in the Minnesota House and was Speaker of the House 2019-2025. She’s probably the most influential state-level Democrat barring the governor.

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I've heard execs/Wall St analysts take comfort in fact that consumer spending has held up even as consumer views of the economy are tanking. After all, revealed preferences matter!

But I wonder how much of that disconnect could be explained by cases like this (from a reader):

Graphic of Washington Post poll from April 18-22, 2025, showing "Majorities of Americans oppose various Trump proposals" highlighting two lines in particular: "Increasing the Federal Government's role in how private universities operate" - 28 percent support, 70 percent oppose "Reducing federal funding for medical research" - 21 percent support, 77 percent oppose

University leaders need to understand: they are holding INCREDIBLY good cards.

It is so rare in today's polarized era to have the support of 70+ percent of the public against the Trump admiministration on anything. Universities have that—AND winning legal arguments.

You’re a gem @katiephang.bsky.social! Wishing you an amazing next chapter. No doubt you’ll be in the trenches continuing to make a difference!

I hope you'll add bluesky. It isn't on this list.

LinkedIn post: On January 24th I formally resigned from my position with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). I started at CDC in 2010, and I have spent 20 years in public service, including my 15 years in service at the federal level. Here is a little bit of what I wrote in my resignation, because I'm not sure that anyone is actually going to read it. "I feel honored to be among the public health professionals that have had the privilege to work at CDC. As I reflect on my own experiences and accomplishments during my time here, I am humbled by the magnitude and the importance of our work. To my colleagues: we have worked together through chaos and uncertainty, transition, reorganization, preparation, and response. You are the most selfless, dedicated, and passionate people I know. I have watched you work around the clock, take additional details, deployments, and responsibilities, try to balance work and family, forego self-care, and keep pushing and work together to protect the public’s health. I’ve seen your sacrifice. I want you to know that your support and guidance has been invaluable, and I am proud of the work we have accomplished together." While I was backing up files I found my oath that I signed in 2010. I believe in our work, and I am sad to be leaving federal service. But I have immense gratitude for all of the opportunities that I've had and the connections that I've made. I will continue to protect the public's health in a different capacity (stay tuned...) but for now, thank you for trusting me.

The policy lead for CDC's H5N1 response has abruptly resigned.

Sources tell me CDC's response to the bird flu pandemic has been severely hobbled by the chaos of the past two weeks.

Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.

Cryptocurrency and meme coins are for criminals.
Don't be a criminal.
Don't support criminals.

Substack is also a good place to stay informed.

If you aren't already, you should be following bsky.app/profile/joyc...

Leaving the Paris Accord, eh?

@lisamundahlgreene.bsky.social If I have determined not to cross the border for the next 4 years... does flying to Hawaii count? Is there some way I can justify that?

@cherylenek.bsky.social I bet you loved adding "Grandmother"! ❤️

I hope it doesn't take 4 years.

"All white people"??? Maybe all "white supremacists". Most of us are revolted by this. (I say that with assurance!)

Other stories are already coming out with Musk and Trump butting heads, so hopefully this bromance (gag) is over after New Year's. That's a popular time for breakups anyway.

I was waiting for a place to post and follow once EM bought the other platform. I will try this, but so far, it feels right.