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None of us can be sure what will “work.” You try multiple things and find your way in. Read some histories of the Civil Rights Movement by those who participated. They were never “sure” of what would work. Some campaigns fizzled out. But persistence, creativity, determination, and focus were key.

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Tomorrow, February 28, let’s disrupt the status quo by spending ONLY at businesses that uplift our communities. That means: 🚫 No gas from corporate giants 🚫 No fast food chains 🚫 No big-box retailers (Target, Walmart, Amazon, etc.)

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6 - Ally Sentnor is the sixth player to contribute to a goal in all three matches in a single edition of the SheBelieves Cup, along with #USWNT players Tobin Heath (2019), Christen Press (2020), Lindsey Heaps (2021), Alex Morgan (2023) and Mallory Swanson (2023). Company.

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"Not a single dime of taxpayer money is being saved by firing me," an employee said. "People are standing up and people are listening," a former ranger said. "We’re going to keep fighting. Federal employees across all agencies matter."

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Even after multiple wet winters, and despite a state law that’s supposed to protect and restore the state’s precious groundwater, thousands of wells have gone dry because of over-pumping by growers. cal.news/4ih5bqH 📝 Alastair Bland

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NEW: Workers who were fired at Yosemite National Park in the Trump administration's effort to shrink the federal government say the upside-down U.S. flag hung from the top of El Capitan was a call to reinstate employees and protect public lands.

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The battle of our day is no longer about Democrats versus Republicans or left versus right. The choice right now is democracy or dictatorship. And we're sliding faster than I ever thought possible into the latter. Everyone must choose which side they’re on. Now.

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You are not powerless, and he is not unstoppable. Look at, and learn from, the funding freeze and how quickly he was forced to surrender.

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The more I re-read this the more it makes me chuckle. 🤭

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A flurry of government takedowns and rewrites last week sought to eliminate trans identities from the public record. Proponents of open information rushed to action, but the fight is not over yet.

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"Some Democrats in a new generation are punching back hard, and in so doing, showing their colleagues how to overcome their reputation for spineless dithering," writes Guardian US columnist Margaret Sullivan.

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Timeline cleanse with this ADORABLE baby elephant! 😍

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Take the time and watch this, it's worth it. Ezra Klein articulates so much I have had a hard time putting my finger on. To paraphrase, Trump is acting like a King because he is too weak to act like a president. Seriously, watch this: youtu.be/K8QLgLfqh6s?....

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Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day ✨ Today is about celebrating ALL the women and girls who make waves in sports—including trans and non-binary athletes, who continue to inspire and pave the way for inclusivity in sport 🫶

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Today from Timothy Snyder, author of On Tyranny: snyder.substack.com/p/the-logic-...

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What the world needs now is a healing MySpace Top 8 meetup of Kindness Avengers. Panel featuring LeVar Burton, Ms. Rachel, Elyse Myers, Bindi & Robert Irwin, Tabitha Brown, Steve from Blue’s Clues, and Dolly Parton in conversation with Elmo at a library? Kindness for our hearts! I’m just sayin’ 💚 🌎

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Last night I got to explain Groundhog Day to my 6yo for the first time. It was a nice bit of levity and a reminder to not drown myself in the news, there's still so much good to focus on in life.

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Museums in New York and Chicago want to hear what worked and what didn’t at the Getty Villa. via @laist.com

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This is what the government did with 120K+ Japanese Americans in 1942. I know. I was there in those camps.

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If you see this post a gif from one of your favorite comfort shows

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Today is Fred Korematsu Day! JACL is honored to join 77 other organizations in honoring Fred Korematsu's legacy by supporting legislation being introduced in his memory. Our full statement is available at jacl.org/statements/jacl-joins-77-organizations-to-honor-fred-korematsus-legacy

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“I was just being myself” is not an excuse for disrespectful behavior. It signals a lack of concern for others. Authenticity without empathy is selfish. Authenticity without boundaries is careless. It’s good to be true to your values. It’s important to show regard for others’ values too.

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As a University of the Pacific Alum and Raider fan, this is doubly exciting! 🧡🤍🖤

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Naomi Girma is set to make the first million-dollar transfer in women’s soccer history. As Chelsea finalizes her contract, it shouldn’t be a shock that the record-breaker is actually a defender, and specifically Girma. “It should surprise nobody.” — @jeffrueter.bsky.social

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Lord, give me the energy of a toddler who has just given their entire household a nasty cold.

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Just in case you haven't seen this piece, @frankabe.bsky.social @tamikonimura.bsky.social @akemijohnson.bsky.social @brandonshimoda.bsky.social . Free gift link below. More amazing work from/of the camps, which your own work does/will highlight, in different form, too.

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The National Archives is looking for volunteers with an increasingly rare skill: Reading cursive.

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