Annie Ricci

I stepped away for awhile and all
My feeds still show news that depresses me. Here’s a reminder of how strong a single spider web thread is.

If you are tired of the mind-numbing terrifying B.S. here is a little diversion

Outcry as Trump plots the plunder of US forests: "You can almost hear the chainsaws" Public comments suggest repealing the Clinton-era "roadless rule" is wildly unpopular.

In 1999, Bill Clinton announced that “the last, best unprotected wild lands anywhere in our nation” would be shielded by a new rule that banned roads and drilling.

Today, these lands could soon see chainsaws and logging trucks amid a push by Trump to raze these ecosystems for timber.

I do not celebrate any murder.

I do not celebrate the violent death of any human being, nor the loss of any chance for repentance & repair. None.

And those on the right must note that this is the "deal" for which Kirk himself actively advocated.

Pass better gun policy if you don't like murder!

“Despite these tragedies, Ukrainians have not lost hope. This is why I support UNITED24, and I hope you will too.”

Our ambassador
Liev Schreiber urges to support the #SkySentinel fundraiser to protect Ukrainians from russian attacks👇

u24.gov.ua/sky-sentinel...

Sometimes you need to step away from all the apps.

Cute little white doggie

This morning, my feed is filled with stories that leave me feeling hopeless. So I decided to do something about it. Here’s my sweet blind shelter rescue. She bings me joy and smiles every day. Miss Kinley.

Sometimes I need this gentle reminder.

It was a shakedown. The question becomes why are these companies so afraid of fighting back? Will it cost more money? Yes, but then you will have integrity to show the people. You will have trust of the American people. @paramountpictures.bsky.social

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National Guard troops arrive in Los Angeles on Trump's orders to quell immigration protests National Guard troops have begun arriving in Los Angeles on orders from President Donald Trump to stamp out protests that have broken out in recent days against federal immigration authorities seeking to carry out deportations in the region.

BREAKING: National Guard troops arrive in Los Angeles on Trump’s orders to quell immigration protests.

My mom is a Veteran. And this is unconscionable 😡

On campus 2 weeks ago.

Helping a fellow creature in need.

Very concerning!

@smithlibraries.bsky.social
My first visit back to campus in 10 years. Nielson Library did not disappoint.

The “Invasion” Invention: The Far Right’s Long Legal Battle to Make Immigrants the Enemy The Trump administration is using the claim that immigrants have “invaded” the country to justify possibly suspending habeas corpus, part of the constitutional right to due process. A faction of the…

In remarks to a private audience in 2023, Russell Vought, who is Trump’s budget chief and the intellectual force behind Trump’s unprecedented power grab, said he championed the term “invasion” because it “unlocked” extraordinary presidential powers.

By @mtredden.bsky.social‬

My new T-shirt. I’ve always shied away from controversy but now in my 50s, I can’t keep my head buried in the sand.

MAGAisms.

8647 = violent threat.

“Hang Mike Pence” = patriotic tourist activity.

Night skies in AK never get old.

I’ve seen 2 where I live in MT. They stick out like a sore thumb. All of the “good ol’ boys” laugh & shake their heads at these things, calling them and those who drive the very colorful names.

Wtf

Small, Blind, white, fluffy dog sitting in the sun

Sometimes we just need to sit in the sun and soak in some peace. My blind little rescue dog has the right idea.

Word.

Montana Baseball!

No comfort for retirees like my mom whose nest egg and hard earned self-built safety net took a big hit.

Spring break in Alaska