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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 2h

Brilliant, gorgeous, made us think, feel, and laugh for her entire career. How we will miss Diane Keaton. So very sad. #DianeKeaton

a man and two women are dancing in a living room with a fireplace .

ALT: a man and two women are dancing in a living room with a fireplace .

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Dr. Tom Frieden @drtomfrieden.bsky.social · 1d

I watched dementia consume my grandmother's fierce intellect. I felt I had failed her. Today we know nearly half of dementia cases can be prevented. The tools exist—we must use them. Read an excerpt of my new book in @wsj.com. Gift link:

Essay | The Simple Steps That Can Prevent Dementia

My grandmother was terrified of losing her memory, but in the end she did. Here’s what could have helped her—and can help you.

www.wsj.com

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gbhnews @gbhnews.bsky.social · 5h

Need help in court but don't know where to get it? Your local library - and its librarians - are a great place to start: https://bit.ly/4nSyeV6

Need help in court? Your local library might have the right resources.

The Public Library Initiative from the Massachusetts Trial Court brings the services and resources of law libraries to more familiar settings.

www.wgbh.org

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 11h

More dogs in airports, please. #dogs

www.bostonglobe.com/2025/10/10/l...

Logan has gone to the dogs — the therapy dogs - The Boston Globe

A new program seeks to make travel less stressful with the help of canine friends.

www.bostonglobe.com

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Mara Dolan, Governor’s Councillor @councillordolan.bsky.social · 1d

Proud to endorse U.S. Senator Ed Markey for re-election! #mapoli

Ed Markey @edmarkey.bsky.social · 1d

26 leaders across Greater Boston are standing with our campaign for U.S. Senate.

These leaders are fighting every day for the health, rights, and futures of hardworking families — and I’m proud to fight alongside them. Together, we’re building a stronger, more just Commonwealth for everyone.

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Molly Jong-Fast @mollyjongfast.bsky.social · 1d

This is the way

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/10/u...

M.I.T. Rejects a White House Offer for Special Funding Treatment

www.nytimes.com

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

Can see that but also believe we should give people a chance.

Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

Epstein showed Michael Wolff his pics of Trump with topless minors a/k/a children. #Epstein www.thedailybeast.com//ive-seen-ep...

I’ve Seen Epstein’s Photos of Trump With Topless Girls: Author

Trump biographer Michael Wolff reveals he was shown the lewd photos by Jeffrey Epstein himself.

www.thedailybeast.com

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 1d

Vance is back in Indiana today, personally pressuring GOP lawmakers to ignore their conscience and enact an extreme gerrymandering plan. The fact that they have to send in the VP tells us something important and encouraging: political pressure against this plan is working, even in deep red places.

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

Progress is progress.

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

The Nobel Peace Prize winner is a principled leader, an inspiration to us all.

Jeremy Berg @jeremymberg.bsky.social · 1d

My quote of the day

We have managed to unite a country tearing down the barriers the regime built to divide us. Ours is a fight of a nation united against a criminal tyranny, in defense of its human rights, freedom, and democracy. That is why we have no alternative but victory

María Corina Machado

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

Not a saint, but doing some things right.

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

👏 Magnificent.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 2d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

She has repeatedly called for the files to be released and said that Mike Johnson is refusing to swear in the new U.S. Rep. because she will vote to release the files.

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 1d

Whatever is going on with Marjorie Taylor Greene, lets pass it on and thank her. (Gift article.) #MTG www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/...

What’s Going On With Marjorie Taylor Greene?

The Georgia representative is finding a new voice.

www.theatlantic.com

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2d

Greene on the Epstein files: "I can't conclusively say that's why the House isn't in session, but the House should be in session...there is a new Democrat that's been elected that deserves to be sworn in...if it's to avoid the discharge petition, why drag this out? It's going to have 218 signatures"

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 2d

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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 2d

Elise Stefanik gains a remarkable 20 points against NY Governor Kathy Hochul. Amazing what a candidate’s own polling can reveal. #NY #EliseStefanik www.timesunion.com/capitol/arti...

Race between Hochul and Stefanik may be as narrow as 5 points, poll says

The poll, commissioned by Stefanik’s PAC, provides an alternate outlook to the September Siena poll.

www.timesunion.com

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Congresswoman Andrea Salinas @salinas.house.gov · 3d

Latinas are paid only 54 cents for every $1 paid to white men.

As a proud Latina, I’m fighting to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act to ensure that every woman in the workforce has access to the fair and equal pay they deserve.

We need equal pay for #Trabajadoras everywhere. Listen to hear more ⬇️

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 2d

Specifically, something awful like this: www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

Republicans could draw 19 more House seats after an upcoming Supreme Court ruling

Many experts are forecasting the end of a key provision of election law — enabling Republicans to shore up their advantage in the House, according to a new report.

www.politico.com

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 2d

"slow poisoning" of democracy by the Roberts Court www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...

How the Supreme Court could aid the GOP's redistricting games

If the court rules quickly enough in a key voting rights case, it could allow yet another round of partisan redistricting before the 2026 midterms.

www.msnbc.com

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 3d

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Mara Dolan, Governor’s Councillor @councillordolan.bsky.social · 3d

Great to have State Rep. Danielle Gregoire join us for the hearing of Juvenile Court nominee Jamie Bennett, followed by the hearing for District Court nominee Becky Michaels. #mapoli

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E.J. Graff @ejgraff.bsky.social · 3d

The latest issue of "How to be American" is out! YOU know that this Supreme Court won't save us ... but not everyone does. Forward to your friends who are not as steeped in politics and history as we are here.

howtobeamerican.substack.com/p/this-supre...

This Supreme Court won't save us

Part I: How many Constitutions has the United States had?

howtobeamerican.substack.com

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