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Elizabeth Sauer P

@esauer.bsky.social

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Teacher, historian, mom, Indigenous. Lover of books and dogs.

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Jennifer C @thejenniwren.teamlh.social · Mar 23

Trump Jr. says Brad Schimel on the WI Supreme Court is key to pushing Trump’s agenda. That says it all. Coked up Jr.🤬

We need a justice who’ll protect our rights—not serve Trump and Musk.
Vote for Susan Crawford by April 1st and keep MAGA out of our courts.
@crawfordforwi.bsky.social

Trump Jr. casts Wisconsin Supreme Court race as key to advancing Trump's agenda
VOTE AGAINST MAGA BRAD.
OUR COURTS ARE NOT MEANT TO ADVANCE A POLITICAL AGENDA, THEY ARE THERE TO PROTECT OUR RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS.

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Cynthia Leitich Smith (Indigenous Books for Young Readers) @cynleitichsmith.bsky.social · Mar 18

"'The Navajo Code Talkers earned their place in history through their courage and sacrifice, giving their lives in defense of this nation,'” Navajo Council Speaker Crystalyne Curley said in a statement." Learn about the Indigenous Code Talkers of WWII. #booksky

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Lynn Teague @lynnteague.bsky.social · Mar 18

This isn’t just anti-DEI, removing people they think were celebrated only because of their color or gender. It is saying that no matter how truly important one’s achievements, if you aren’t a white male you don’t matter. www.axios.com/local/salt-l...

Navajo Code Talkers get "DEI" label as military info disappears under Trump order

Also vanishing: The Civil War regiment from "Glory," women pilots from WWII and a Medal of Honor winner.

www.axios.com

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Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Mar 15

Appeasement didn’t stop fascism last time either.

Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Mar 3

While working on some curriculum today, this quote came up as part of a test question. In case you’re wondering, the question was: What is the best paraphrase of Truman’s comment?

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · Mar 2

You might not see it in the mainstream media, but over 10,000 people protested today at Tesla showrooms across the country, another 10,000+ rallied in support of national parks, and more than 1,000 gathered in Vermont to protest Vance’s visit.

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RandomWhiteGuy @thereelrandom.bsky.social · Feb 28

Don’t forget folks, tomorrow is a 24 hour national spending freeze starting at 12:00 AM!

No, it’s not going to hurt anyone’s bottom line, but it will send a message… the first of what I hope to be many. People are pissed.

I’m not gonna buy shit tomorrow… nothing. Please do the same.

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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · Feb 27

TOMORROW- Friday, February 28th is BLACKOUT FRIDAY!

If you believe we are in danger of losing our Democracy forever, FIGHT BACK!

Let's make our voices heard in numbers too big to ignore.

JOIN US if you've had it with Comrade Krasnov. 🤬 🇷🇺

#24HourEconomicBlackout

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Feb 22

Not content with purchasing the presidency, Elon Musk now wants to buy the Wisconsin Supreme Court as well.

His PAC just pumped $1M into supporting anti-choice right-wing extremist Brad Schimel.

Wisconsin — don't become Musk's latest acquisition! Vote @crawfordforwi.bsky.social.

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grittygal.bsky.social @grittygal.bsky.social · Feb 18

I ❤️ Penzeys. This box was $5.

Gift box of spices with a smiley-faced blue and red mug drawing and the words, “I got woke. Now I’m hungry!”

Four spice containers: Florida Seasoned Pepper, Justice, Transgender Remember Vanilla Sugar, and Outrage.

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Jennifer C @thejenniwren.teamlh.social · Feb 17

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If you're attending a protest, save this post.

Write any critical phone numbers on your arm with a sharpie.

Knowing your rights, staying safe, & protecting others is essential.

Be prepared, look out for each other, and keep fighting for what’s right.

Stay safe out there!

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Jennifer C @thejenniwren.teamlh.social · Feb 16

Trump signed 60+ executive orders in a month—none were for you.
He let billionaires loot, dismantle, & dodge justice. Now, they’re tearing at the Constitution to stay in power.
We must fight back. Monday, Feb 17 at your state capitol. 50 states, 50 capitols, 1 protest.Stand up:

www.fiftyfifty.one

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Pamela Cooper @pcoop1960.bsky.social · Feb 15

#WeThePeople #NeverSurrender #StrongerTogether #StopTheCoup #Resist #TheResistance #ImpeachTrump #StopProject2025 #Antifa #TruthToPower #protest #Felon47 #FOTUS #NeverForgetJ6 #Bluecrew #TexasTough

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Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Feb 13

I like this name better.

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jdpries49.bsky.social @jdpries49.bsky.social · Feb 3

How far does it have to go? How many laws need to be broken? How many people have to be hurt? This should never have had a chance to happen. Now the people who should stop it won’t.

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Coyote & Crow Games @coyoteandcrow.bsky.social · Jan 27

This is really disappointing. I worked with Target when they were pushing hard for games from diverse creators. It was great.

Now I think I'll be much more hesitant to push the family games I'm developing toward them. They can just do more Monopoly and CAH.

www.retaildive.com/news/target-...

Target ends some DEI initiatives, reiterates commitment to belonging and inclusion

Chief Community Impact and Equity Officer Kiera Fernandez cited “the importance of staying in step with the evolving external landscape.”

www.retaildive.com

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Gail Waldby ❌👑 @gailwaldby.bsky.social · Jan 24

"Excluding Indians": Trump admin questions Native Americans' birthright citizenship in court
The Trump admin is leaning on a pre-14th Amendment law in its fight to redefine birthright citizenship
By Russell Payne
www.salon.com/2025/01/23/e...

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Deer Lady83 @deerlady83.bsky.social · Jan 24

Statement from the Ho-Chunk nation regarding the Trump Administration. We have always been here.

This means we are not a campus, a corporation, or an organization and will not be treated as such.
Our sovereign recognition spans centuries from most early colonists to the most present day leaders in government from both sides of the aisle and that we cannot be packaged up and sent somewhere just because we don't fit the President's preference in what Americans should look and behave like.
I will not bend or bow, play political games, or accept any threat to any of our tribal members or their families in this ridiculous and irresponsible demonstration of petulant leadership.
Demonizing human beings for the color of their skin, the people they love, the bodies they so choose to make decisions for, or the economic class to which they struggle to break free from represents something far from the public service embodied in any oath or promise to the people we serve.
As Ho-Chunk people, we are lauded for our ability to adapt socially, environmentally, culturally, and politically. Many of us have braced for impact but now can predict this is going to be a rough ride for the poor and underrepresented.

Regardless of the intermittent jaw dropping policy changes and the reshaping of our government perhaps undoing decades of collaborative quality work, I will work with my colleagues to build or strengthen alliances to maintain the quality of care and services to our members and their families. I hope not to believe we are the target of the President and the forces behind the MAGA front steering his decision making but if we are, we will hold our ground as we have long before this new fury against humankind came to be.
In the meantime, I will take on a task of assembling impact statements for the variety of programs and services that could be affected in the wake of these executive orders. This won't be easy as many things are left to speculate or are still incredibly fast moving targets.
Stand up straight, chin up, find that light, and shoot for it. I'll keep you posted as best I can. We got this!

Jon Greendeer
President of the Ho-Chunk Nation

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Dittie @dittie.sheshed.rocks · Jan 23

Yep, you read that headline right.

The felon is trying to remove Native Americans from the country they were born in.

"Excluding Indians": Trump admin questions Native Americans' birthright citizenship in court

The Trump admin is leaning on a pre-14th Amendment law in its fight to redefine birthright citizenship.

www.salon.com

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Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Jan 4

I had several rough patches this year. This seems like the best sentiment I could have have with start of the new year. Happy Midwinter!

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Cynthia Leitich Smith (Indigenous Books for Young Readers) @cynleitichsmith.bsky.social · Jan 4

National Ribbon Skirt Day in Canada is Jan. 4. Celebrate with STITCHES OF TRADITION (GASHKIGWAASO TRADITION), written by Marcie Rendon (Ojibwe), illustrated by Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley (Ojibwe)(Heartdrum, 2024)! #kidlit

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Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Dec 25

Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Hoyan!

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · Dec 12

This is illegal!

Trump posted to Truth Social, “Any person or company investing ONE BILLION DOLLARS, OR MORE, in the United States of America, will receive fully expedited approvals and permits, including, but in no way limited to, all Environmental approvals. GET READY TO ROCK!!!”

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Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Dec 8

Kahliwanuwes showing of her horse stall decorating skills.

Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Dec 6

Si. Nick brought my snausage dog jammies. She’s happy to be warm!

Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Dec 5

Today I got to calm my new driving teen who was attempting to drive home after school in a “snow squall”. Then I got to drive home on the black ice left behind from said squall. Got to see the aftermath of a fire truck getting t-boned too. Love living where the air can hurt my face.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · Dec 2

How do we get these accounts to come over here? I’m ready to move mountains.

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Elizabeth Sauer P @esauer.bsky.social · Nov 27

Kahliwahnuwes enjoying her riding lesson today.

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Jennifer C @thejenniwren.teamlh.social · Nov 24

A Saturday night treat: watch Jon Stewart decimate Oklahoma State Senator Nathan Dahm on banning drag queens (heroes!) reading to children 🔥
#DemCast #Resist #Ally #LGBTQ 🏳️‍🌈🦄🏳️‍⚧️

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · Nov 20

Ah, yes, the legendary Badlands Tweets!

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