Sari Fordham

I lived in Riverside for 15 years and attended a lot of marches there for climate, women's rights, BLM, etc. It's a great place. And Trump +1.26 is just sad. As is Chad Bianco. The IE deserves better.

I voted in person today. Took my daughter. We used to get doughnuts after voting, but I forgot all about that tradition.

I need to revive it. The resistance needs to be fed.

But really IE went for Trump?

Glad to see Prop50 trending, but so sad that so many folks in working class communities see Trump and think 'that guy is going to do something for me.'

In my dreams, academia invites us to add pumpkin carving to our tenure dossier.

🐟 Over 75% of the total volume of fish caught by UK vessels in 2023 was landed by the largest vessels. But those larger vessels make up just 4% of the UK fleet by number 🚢 How is this fair?!

Take action with us to end industrial overfishing: https://bit.ly/3Wxi2MI

Russia arrests Ukrainian biologist for backing curbs on Antarctic krill fishing ‘Trumped-up’ charges spark diplomatic row as scientists express fears for health of 70-year-old Leonid Pshenichnov

After years of research, scientist Leonid Pshenichnov concluded Russia + China cannot continue fishing krill, the main food source of many marine creatures, at current rates without risking breakdown of entire ocean ecosystems. Russia had him arrested:

www.theguardian.com/environment/...

I can find many images OF grocery stores

digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/ebca20...

but I want to find images OF advertising circulated BY grocery stores

where can I start

it's Friday night. help me party

"That gap, that enormous gap, is always there. One day, we're laughing at the comical side of life in hiding, and the next day (and there are many such days), we're frightened, and the fear, tension, and despair can be read on our face."
Anne Frank, Friday, May 26, 1944

Oh no I’ve been attacked

New York Times: Scott Perry Says Democrats ‘Hate the Military,’ Echoing Trump’s attacks. The remarks by the Republican House member from Pennsylvania align with efforts by the president and G.O.P. leaders to portray the political left as un-American.

If given the chance, I'd lose my legs all over again to serve in our great military.

The leader of your party is a five-time draft dodger who has fired more Veterans than any other president in our history.

Square that circle then tell me who really hates our military.

Senator Merkley Warns of Authoritarianism Under Trump in Nearly 23-Hour Speech The Oregon Democrat achieved a goal of topping the previous longest speech by a senator from his state.

Senator Jeff Merkley, Democrat of Oregon, concluded a marathon speech on the Senate floor Wednesday evening after 22 hours and 37 minutes, saying he was “ringing the alarm bells” on the arrival of authoritarianism under President Trump.

Woman holding sign that says "We are the granddaughters of the witches you couldn't burn" at No Kings protest

No Kings in DeWitt, NY with @sarifordham.bsky.social

Light pollution sounds bad, but why exactly is it a problem again? Or the importance of asking questions

What do ISU, generational amnesia, and light pollution have in common? I write about them all in my latest issue of Cool It.

If you're asking the question--like I once did--"Why is light pollution bad?" This is for you.

Q: We've seen images out of Chicago of federal agents shooting faith leaders with pepper balls and arresting journalists. Where's the limit for you on what's acceptable conduct by federal agents?

MIKE JOHNSON: I've not seen them cross the line yet.

Trump Fires Black Officials From an Overwhelmingly White Administration

A loud reminder that this administration wants to bring back SEGREGATION as @victorerikray.bsky.social has pointed out and they're starting within the administration.

A literal page out of Woodrow Wilson's playbook. #blacksky #news

Religious protesters say ICE threatens religious freedom in Chicago (RNS) — Despite potential danger, religious leaders and faith activists have been a visible presence at Chicago-area ICE protests, some waving signs with slogans such as ‘Love thy neighbor’ and ‘Who w...

I spoke with this pastor and other clergy and faith leaders who have been protesting at the Chicago ICE facility.

All told me they've been shot by pepper balls or targeted by other non-lethal rounds. religionnews.com/2025/10/07/i...

WATCH: Trump’s lawless Ice goons shoot an unarmed priest in the head with a pepper ball. Completely out of control.

Really useful chart for when oil and gas companies say they are part of the solution

An Explosion Left a Black Town Contaminated. Politics Are Stunting the Cleanup. For Black Louisianans, health fears mount as federal crews face delays, threats, and funding shortfalls at the oil disaster site.

@adamlmahoney.bsky.social is the only reason I know about this recent oil industry disaster. Follow him and support this type of much needed journalism.

Opinion: New York is ready for single-use plastic waste reduction Cutting down on the production of single-use plastics will save taxpayer dollars, reduce pollution and protect our environment all at once.

New Yorkers are ready to turn off the plastic tap. We don't want microplastics in our brains & kidneys. Big question: Will @speakercarlheastie.bsky.social allow the bill to go to the floor for a vote? Right now, a majority of assembly members are co-sponsors.

www.cityandstateny.com/opinion/2025...

The Climate’s Emergency Brake - FPIF Slashing methane emissions now could slow the runaway train of global warming long enough to get our act together. But only if we act.

"Slashing methane is the climate’s emergency brake, which could slow the runaway train of warming long enough for us to get other greenhouse gas emissions under control."

At Stand.earth, we’ll soon release new financial data exposing the banks enabling oil and gas expansion in the Amazon—despite overwhelming evidence that this path leads to destruction, not solutions.

You're the best!

Awwww! Thanks for sharing.

In Grover Cleveland’s Childhood Home by Sari Fordham | We’ll be us, but more fascinating.

Love this piece by @sarifordham.bsky.social in @short-reads.org today! www.short-reads.org/in-grover-cl...

In Grover Cleveland’s Childhood Home by Sari Fordham | We’ll be us, but more fascinating.

@sarifordham.bsky.social has a fun little reprint essay today in Short Reads. Just a couple of minutes of delight to freshen your day.

www.short-reads.org/in-grover-cl...

Why African Countries Keep Making Deals to Accept U.S. Deportees As the Trump administration exerts pressure on countries to aid in its mass deportation efforts, some nations in Africa have agreed, prompting legal battles.

The Trump administration’s readiness to multiply tariffs on African goods and impose onerous visa restrictions has given it leverage when asking countries to take in U.S. deportees, experts say.

Trump ends annual report on U.S. hunger amid rising food insecurity The Trump administration is ending a decades-long report on U.S. hunger, calling it “politicized.” Last year, the USDA report warned of rising food insecurity.

I didn't know MAHA stood for "Make America Hungry Again," but that's what Trump and his cronies are doing with this cruel, senseless move.
 
With food insecurity already on the rise, this will only make it harder to help those in desperate need. It cannot stand.

Who is looking for grad students for next year?

I have a group of highly-motivated, aspiring scientists in paleontology, evolution, and ecology who would love some leads on programs.

YouTube video by LUBACH Jimmy Kimmel’s show has been cancelled | The New Disney | LUBACH

You tube link if that's your thing. youtu.be/7vRX-BQAjeE?...