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Absolutely worth reading every word

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Faith-based and community leaders from across Chicago urged the public to not buy from major retailers and companies on Friday as part of nationwide ‘Blackout Friday’ protest. The movement is a 24-hour economic blackout in which consumers are not supposed to buy from corporations.

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So much this by @mikecaulfield.bsky.social -- the reason "slop" is such a good term is because this is an artery-clogging highly-processed and ultimately flavorless information meal, no substitute for the good stuff. mikecaulfield.substack.com/p/ai-slop-is...

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A LOT of people out there saying "I don't like what's going on but a boycott will hurt tipped servers" and "I'm super mad about all this but putting up a protest sticker/flyer seems too radical" and folks, I cannot. *fyi, buy-nothing day tomorrow focuses on big chains. Use cash @ small businesses

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NOTE: the perfect is the enemy of the done. Boycott everything you can. There'll be more boycotts coming soon. pic alt text: Economic Boycott Don't buy stuff Fri Feb 28 We have power No: Amazon Walmart Target Fast Food Gas OK: small business Use cash Pic: red rabbit on a turquoise background

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Waverly fans: it's EXTREMELY important that you encourage friends/family in Ontario to go vote Ford out bc I don't reveal who The Crossroads Butcher is until Book 12 several years from now, & it won't happen if I'm dead bc of healthcare privatization. I believe all 3 of you can turn the tide here!

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February is always a super-slow sales month plus y’know gestures at economy and now one of the kittens has a health issue that we hope is just parasites… so, uh, if anyone feels like sharing my website around, now would be an extra great time to do that? (AMGRY LOAF for tax) wyrdingstudios.com

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Hey y'all, If you are in need of fountain pen ink or accessories & want to support a small, minority AND woman-owned business... My friend, the owner of Smruti Pens, has had major health challenges lately and has been unable to attend pen shows, their primary income source. www.SmrutiPens.com

submitted 3 days ago • 12 comments

Alright, you want your congressmen/women to "DO SOMETHING" - this is doing something. Petterson gave birth 3 weeks ago. Mullin is hospitalized with complications from knee surgery.

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Stand strong, Dems!

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This should be an inspiration to all American Governors. I give you @jbpritzker.bsky.social's State of the State speech for 2025. It's worth a read. www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/c...

submitted 5 days ago • 28 comments

I want to see every scientific society going into emergency mode. This is a good example of how an organization can flex its specific power in a time of great need. What else is possible?

submitted 6 days ago • 6 comments

Remember how fun it was to see Jurassic Park in theaters as a kid? If you're old enough to remember that, then you need to stretch at least ten minutes per day. Let's work those shoulders.

submitted 17 days ago • 20 comments

As the forces of hatred are on the march, my promise is this: Our trans neighbors will continue to be safe, protected, and welcome in Minnesota.

submitted 21 days ago • 602 comments

Curious about Wearing The Lion? I decided to write a liiiittle bit more about it.

submitted 21 days ago • 7 comments

Hell yeah. Hold the line. This is what we need people to do. Slow things down, don’t comply in advance so the courts have time to stop them. It’s starting to work.

submitted 21 days ago • 2168 comments

Received a letter from POTUS today purporting to remove me as Commissioner and Chair of the FEC. There's a legal way to replace FEC commissioners-this isn't it. I've been so fortunate to serve the American people and stir up some good trouble along the way. That's not changing anytime soon.

submitted 22 days ago • 6588 comments

1. I keep saying this, but it’s important to try to slow things down. It’s something that the Democrats really don’t get. You can win a war by losing every battle slowly.

submitted 24 days ago • 109 comments

I am once again asking you to think of an indie bookstore while Barnes and Noble has their preorder sale. I have ~50 books out this year 25% off through February 7th. We also have no customers in store because of the snow. www.mainstbooksmonroe.com/s/search?q=2... #Preorder2025 #indiebookstore

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California folks — was just able to finally get through and leave a message for Senator Adam Schiff using this line: 415-393-0707

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I logged into SSA.gov and downloaded the history of social security and Medicare payments associated with my account, because who knows what is going to happen to government security.

submitted 24 days ago • 64 comments

This. Libraries need our support. They cannot replace all the necessary services required of a (f'ing so-called) civilized society.

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I support this. Elon Musk cannot dismantle USAID without an act of Congress. Democrats must use every lever at our disposal to block his illegal takeover and shutdown of an essential government agency.

submitted 25 days ago • 1279 comments

Everyone needs to be emphasizing this--including those on the right.

submitted 25 days ago • 3 comments

“Your power is relative, but it is real. And if you do not learn to use it, it will be used, against you, and me, and our children. Change did not begin with you, and it will not end with you, but what you do with your life is an absolutely vital piece of that chain.” - Audre Lorde

submitted 25 days ago • 9 comments

Okay, I want to say it again for anyone who needs to hear it right now: Yes, calling is better for getting in touch with your reps. But right now? DO IT HOWEVER YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE. I'm really concerned that the emphasis on calling right now is stopping people from getting in touch.

submitted 26 days ago • 64 comments

This language describes a coup. You have to be a government employee, subject to the rules & procedures that bind gov employees, to do this kind of work. This is a blatant abuse of the public trust by the Trump administration, a true 5-alarm fire. www.wired.com/story/elon-m...

submitted 26 days ago • 963 comments

More like this please. For those of you contacting CA reps, the dc voicemail boxes for Schiff and Padilla are full. Try the local offices and/or send emails through the website.

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February Mug of the Month: Night Sky. 20 available. Will ship within 4 weeks. ✨ littleedenpottery.etsy.com/listing/1852... #pottery #ceramics #art #handmade

submitted 30 days ago • 2 comments

Just called my US Rep, and her staff said they want anyone who's personally affected by the illegal OMB memo to share their story on the website contact form. Even if your representative hasn't asked for that, you should still do it! Flood those offices with calls and emails.

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President Trump just shut off funding for law enforcement, farmers, schools, veterans, and health care.  We are working diligently to reverse this, but we are preparing for every outcome to help Minnesotans weather this storm. Minnesota needs answers. We’ll see Trump in court.

submitted 31 days ago • 677 comments

Science teachers! I’m once again doing my occasional offer to give you a FREE Kindle edition of “Why Don’t Things Fall Up?” It’s aimed at teenagers and adults who didn’t get science the first time round but had lots of great reviews from scientists and teachers. Drop me a line if you want one

submitted 40 days ago • 1 comment

Sending out the call again because I am now in desperate need of middle grade and sci-fi/fantasy YA books! 🙏 Oh, and graphic novels and (middle/HS appropriate) manga! Please boost so we can reach as many folks as possible! ❤️‍🩹📚

submitted 41 days ago • 18 comments

if you want artists to make weirder art, you have to create stable living conditions that allow them to. homogeneity isn't a matter of artists lacking culture-- there are many soulful artists out there-- it's a matter of unregulated corporate dominance combined with artists who cant afford to create

submitted 42 days ago • 60 comments

It’s kinda cute how long employers have been tacking up policies that no one reads. 📜 📚

submitted 43 days ago • 1 comment

PHOTO CHALLENGE for you cat owners with a #CatAssistant : Post a photo showing how your cat "assists" you at home or at work. Use #CatAssistant hashtag to make it easier for others to find your post. #CatSky #CatsOfBluesky #Uplift

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