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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 5h

A beneficial side effect - mRNA vaccines boost the immune system for oncology patients.

COVID-19 vaccines may help some cancer patients fight tumors

The most widely used COVID-19 vaccines may offer a surprise benefit for some cancer patients by boosting their immune systems to help fight tumors.

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 20h

I love it when someone who identifies with MAGA makes an indirect threat. Does it intimidate you to see a blue eyed blonde wear a Star of David pendant? I am really debating whether I should report a hate crime. Take your anti-Semitism back out-of-state, jerk.

Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 22h

To my fellow Blue staters, please be mindful of individuals traveling to your area from out-of-state via public transit. As a passenger on an airline, you have to declare a weapon to TSA. That is not the case with an interstate bus. I was greeted by a young male tonight by name. He told me I lost.

Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 1d

For the historians out there, I believe the last time that the White House was desecrated was during the War of 1812 when the British set it on fire. First Lady Dolly Madison rescued George Washington’s portrait. This is the Peoples’ House. Dem U.S. reps, please, insist the chamber convene now.

Demolition begins to replace White House East Wing with Trump’s ballroom | CNN Politics

Demolition of the White House East Wing began Monday as President Donald Trump adds a $200 million, 90,000-square-foot ballroom.

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 2d

Earlier this year, an executive order was signed to dismantle the Dept of Education. Now, the DOE is trying to convince universities to sign its compact for special privileges with administration. Do not compromise your right to academic freedom. Decline this Faustian bargain.

As deadline for Trump’s colleges compact looms, schools signal dissent — NPR

Of the original nine schools that received the Trump administration's Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, the majority have indicated they are not planning on signing.

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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 2d

We have friends everywhere! WGAE members joined the #NoKings march on Saturday to fight back against the current administration as they work to dismantle unions, attack the First Amendment, fire federal workers, defund public services and target immigrant families.

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 2d

I almost think the peaceful protesters in the Rose City, who are exercising their constitutional rights under the First Amendment, should start reading the Federalist Papers out loud. Madison’s #47 would be appropriate right now. Stay strong West Coast Portland.

Trump can send national guard troops to Portland, appeals court rules

Order marks an important legal victory for president as he continues to send military forces to Democratic-led cities

www.theguardian.com

Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 2d

I listened to a man rant about Karl Marx today while on public transit. I do not think anyone is looking to pursue Communism but a functioning Democracy is desired. Personally, I am a fan of Rousseau who espoused the social contract and consent of the governed.

thepoliticsteacherorg.

The Politics Shed - Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778)

Key ideas The Social Contract Rousseau Social Contract 2 Rousseau on a state of nature

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 5d

Here is the direct link to the report:

drive.google.com/file/d/1fWQL...

2025.10.16, Accelerating Authoritarian Dynamics- Assessment of Democratic Decline FINAL.pdf

drive.google.com

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 5d

A non-partisan report compiled by former U.S. intelligence officers strongly indicates that the U.S. is quickly devolving into competitive authoritarianism because of the overreach of the current executive branch.

US ‘on a trajectory’ toward authoritarian rule, ex-officials warn

A network of former intelligence and security officers says democratic decline is accelerating under Trump’s rule

www.theguardian.com

Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 6d

We all need to decompress. I decided to embark on a visit to the ICA. They were holding an exhibit geared towards Indigenous Peoples’ Day. My child has Native American ancestry. Here is an artwork entitled Take Two Aspirin and Call Me in the Morning plus a photo of the harbor at the Seaport.

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Jay Rosen @jayrosen.bsky.social · 7d

"One of the most striking examples of news media solidarity we've seen this year." — @brianstelter.bsky.social

I'd say THE most striking. It's not only the solidarity among those who have covered the Pentagon, but their vow to continue the work amid a mood of despair.
www.cnn.com/2025/10/15/m...

Journalists turn in press passes as Pentagon clamps down on access in ‘unprecedented’ move | CNN Business

A flyer with the words “journalism is not a crime” appeared Tuesday on the wall outside the “Correspondents’ Corridor” where journalists operate at the Pentagon.

www.cnn.com

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 7d

The members of the Young Republicans National Federation who endorsed gas chambers, Hitler, rape of dissidents/opponents, plus racist/anti-semitic tropes should be fired. This rhetoric only encourages violence. These messages would be considered hate speech and should be condemned asap.

‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat

Thousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape.

www.politico.com

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 7d

The State Department said that it has revoked the visas of foreign nationals who had spoken out against Charlie Kirk. Senior officials within the department said they would move to deny or rescind visas for individuals who had criticized Kirk, this is a direct violations of the First Amendment.

US revokes visas for six foreigners over comments made about Charlie Kirk's death

The U.S. State Department said on Tuesday it had revoked the visas of six foreigners over social media comments made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

www.reuters.com

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 7d

While I am grateful that Israel and Hanas have signed a ceasefire to end the war in Gaza, I do wonder if it will be safe to start wearing a Star of David pendant again in public without dealing with antisemitic comments? The only way to find out may be to just do it. Shalom.

Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 7d

As a survivor of intimate partner violence and a MPH candidate, I think it important to educate others about dv. October is the designated awareness month. If someone you know is being subjected to physical, emotional, financial or sexual abuse, have that person contact thehotline.org for support.

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 8d

As Judge Immergut accurately summarized, “This is a nation,” she continued, “of constitutional law, not martial law.”

Opinion | How a Trump Judge Exposed the Trump Con

www.nytimes.com

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Bernard Taylor @btaylorforcongress.bsky.social · 9d

As a parent of a child with autism, this isn’t just politics, it’s personal.

The federal gov’t firing special-needs staff in the Dept. of Education is a direct blow to families like mine. Our kids deserve better.

In Congress, I’ll fight to protect & fully fund special education.

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Bob Stevenson @bobstevenson.bsky.social · 9d

I’m old enough to remember when being an American meant you were fundamentally opposed to tyranny, oligarchy, and suppression of free speech

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 10d

Tens of millions of people have died from Covid.

Every country should have responded with record investments in public health infrastructure.

Instead the US government is putting us all at greater risk of more catastrophes by firing hundreds of top scientists whose job is to prevent outbreaks.

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Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 11d

Here is the recommended vaccine schedule posted on the American Academy of Pediatrics Web site. For parents who do harbor any concerns about side effects, please consult with your pediatricians. These vaccines have been proven to be safe and effective. www.AAP.org/ImmunizationSchedule.

Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 11d

This CDC pages was lasted updated on January 17, 2025 but discusses the benefits associated with MMR vaccination. Please vaccinate your kiddos. Children should not suffer severe complications or even death from vaccine preventable diseases.

Measles Vaccination

Learn about measles vaccine basics, who should get it, when to get it, and why it's important.

www.cdc.gov

Ms Joy @msjoywrites.bsky.social · 11d

For the parents of students in impacted states, please speak with your physicians about obtaining the vaccine to protect your kids from complications related to these diseases.

Physicians for a Healthy Democracy @physiciandemocracy.medsky.social · 11d

www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...

Hundreds of U.S. students quarantined amid measles outbreaks

At least 270 unvaccinated kids are staying home from school as measles continues to spread nationwide. "Expect more," one expert said.

www.nbcnews.com

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League of Women Voters of Williamsburg Area @lwvwilliamsburg.org · 12d

Next Wednesday, the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on whether the Voting Rights Act survives. Rally in front of the Supreme Court for fair maps! Can't make it? Tune in to hear oral arguments on SupremeCourt.gov
Learn more: www.lwv.org/legal-center...
@lwvus.bsky.social @lwvva.bsky.social

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Alt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 11d

Typical of a government who gives no shits about its hard working employees.

1. Shut down the government and don’t even bother to try to work with Dems to figure out a compromise.
2. Threaten for a week to fire employees. Enjoy our trauma.
2. Fire us.
At 9 PM
On Friday of a 3 days weekend.

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