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The Steady State @steadystatevets.bsky.social · 3d

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RebelFema @rebelfema.altgov.info · 3d

By request. Let’s start a #furloughlife photo thread. Post photos of what you are doing on furlough. Went hiking? Show us. Went to a concert? Show us. Cleaned out garage? Show us that too!

If you aren’t a fed employee, why not offer up some #FedEncouragement or #FedGratitude here.

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Fired but Fighting (National Public Health Coalition) @firedbutfighting.bsky.social · 4d

Check out one of our co-founders on a podcast with @momsrising.org!

It takes a village these days to ensure people get accurate health information.

MomsRising @momsrising.org · 4d

On the radio show this week we dive into the downright dangerous misinformation the President is spreading about Tylenol and autism, and the many ways his administration is undermining public health w/ @firedbutfighting.bsky.social.

https://www.momsrising.org/bt29sep25/?source=bsky

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Chuck Borges @chuckborges5.bsky.social · 4d

#SSA #IRS #Data #FederalGovernment
#popcorn

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We the Builders @wethebuilders.org · 4d

We're excited for this conference put on by @aigadc.bsky.social and will be there to represent.

Early registration is open, so join us!

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AIGA DC DotGov 2025

Design is a critical part of government — it touches services and experiences that are crucial to all of us as citizens. But it's hardly without challenge. Rules and regulations, antiquated technologi...

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 4d

Yes yes yes. Local elections can have meaningful impact on your life.

The candidates are accessible and the issues affect you more closely.

We're all busy, but these elections matter.

Alt National Archives @altnatarchives.altgov.info · 4d

This Election Day may seem unimportant because there are no “big” offices on the ballot but many states hold their nonpartisan municipal elections in off years. Races for city council, school boards, county judgeships are VITALLY important to the day to day functions of your community! Participate!

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 4d

Many people noticed plainlanguage.gov was migrated to digital.gov/topics/plain..., where it has been *consolidated*.

Our friends at @alt18f.bsky.social posted a version of the original content at plainlanguage.18f.org

Unlike other sites that have disappeared, this one just changed.

plainlanguage.gov | Home

Plain language makes it easier for the public to read, understand, and use government communications.

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AltSSA @altssa.altgov.info · 13d

This is 100% correct. If you don’t have documents proving legal status, we don’t issue an SSN. No SSN, no benefits. And we don’t just assume the documents are valid. Every applicant’s status is verified with immigration. Every. Single. Time. Period. Don’t believe their lies. Tell your friends.

darren32359.bsky.social @darren32359.bsky.social · 13d

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 15d

Here's an action you can take to support veterans and brave VA employees standing up for their care

Alt VA Comrades @alt-va-comrades.altgov.info · 15d

🚨 A group of brave freedom fighting VA employees stood up to raise the alarm about the current state of affairs at the #VA.

PLEASE stand up and sign whether you are a VA employee, federal employee, #Vet, or individual who believes the truth must be heard. 🚨

actionnetwork.org/petitions/li...

The Lincoln Declaration: a Statement of Alarm about the Future of Veterans' Healthcare

America's veterans deserve a VA that keeps Abraham Lincoln's promise: to care for all who have served our nation, their families, caregivers, and survivors. For most of the last century, the Veterans’...

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 20d

This is why I loved working working with you all. Why it's still an honor now.

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 21d

And yet you still go out and do the work. ♥️

That's the thing people don't get. You care even though people aren't kind

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Federal Workers Against DOGE @fedsagainstdoge.bsky.social · 22d

1000+ civil servants are demanding a continuing resolution that lets us get back to work serving the public. We demand a bill that allows federal workers to fully serve you, or nothing!

Federal Workers, add your voice below and at the link in bio!

actionnetwork.org/forms/civil-...

Civil Servants Demand an End to Executive Overreach

Join federal workers from across the federal government as we urge Congress to pass nothing less than a continuing resolution (CR) that reasserts Congress's constitutional powers, upholds our democrac...

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

I don't have all the answers here. I wish I had more. But please please remember, a free country doesn't censor media, comedians, and federal workers.

A free country doesn't come for people who are trans, people who don't look like the majority.

This is not normal. Pay fucking attention.

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

If you have some kind of privilege (as we used to say before 2025, but now we can't. THIS IS NOT NORMAL, EVERYONE!)

If you have some kind of privilege, fucking use it to help others. If you're white or a man, fucking help the rest of us if you think we need it. We may not, but at least try

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

Write down memories of what you think a free state looks like. Remember what it felt like. Look back to it.

Ask yourself what the little actions are that you can take to keep yourself grounded in that memory.

How can you support those around you?

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

How can you fight this?

Be ready to disrupt confrontations if you see people being harassed. Even a redirection can get people out of a scary situation

Don't think "if I go along with this, it'll end and things will be okay" try to find a way to stop it.

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

Do you expect politicans to behave coarsely now? It's not normal

Do you shy away from thinking that people who are trans are under attack because it's just not possible? It is.

If you're young enough to not remember before 2016 politics, know none of this is normal.

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

Don't help. Don't change your behavior out of fear. Try to notice when what's normal has changed.

For me, I live near DC and there are more helicopters overhead. I don't want to get used to that. It's not normal.

What has been changing slowly in your world?

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

I'm thinking of Timothy Snyder's On Tyranny here. I like this article as a primer.

lithub.com/resist-autho...

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Resist Authoritarianism by Refusing to Obey in Advance

Do not obey in advance. Most of the power of authoritarianism is freely given. In times like these, individuals think ahead about what a more repressive government will want, and then offer themsel…

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

Don't comply in advance.

We are watching people in fear trying to avoid pain by censoring themselves and changing their behavior before being compelled to.

Following rules of a group is pro-social behavior that is dangerous now. How can you resist this urge as a law-abiding citizen? A quick 🧵

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · 22d

This is a fucking good question, now isn't it? 🤔

Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 22d

So if anti-fascists are Trump’s political enemies, what does that make Trump?

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AltSSA @altssa.altgov.info · 22d

Anti-fascism is the American way. My grandfather fought at Normandy. Against fascists. So unless you’re cool with calling the heroes of WWII terrorists, I’m gonna need all of us to be in agreement on this point. Because if we aren’t anti fascism, then we are for it. Make your choice. I made mine. ✊✊

AltSpaceForce 🚀🇺🇲 @altspaceforce.altgov.info · 23d

On Dec 11, 1941, the United States officially entered the war in Europe to fight against fascism. They were anti-fascists.
~250k American soldiers laid down their lives to stop the fascists who were slaughtering innocent civilians by air & in camps.
Antifa is the American way. Liberty depends on it.

Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy - WW2 Western Front

YouTube video by BLOODxHAVER

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Lynn Stahl @msbtterswrth.altgov.info · 22d

I think the time has come for full on massive strikes and demonstrations. Every day, all day until Trump resigns or is impeached, convicted and removed.

Every day we wait our freedoms are eroded more and more and soon we won't be allowed any freedom at all.

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Alt US Digital Service @altusds.altgov.info · Sep 10

Real design in government should prioritize serving people, not flashy slogans and website animations. Check out our latest article about the Executive Order on federal design ⤵️

www.wethebuilders.org/posts/americ...

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AltSSA @altssa.altgov.info · Aug 30

#AltCitizen assignment!!! Hey y’all!!!! @chuckborges5.bsky.social had a shit day today as a direct result of him prioritizing the security of our data over the fascist whims of the administration. Let’s show him some love!!! Drop a funny meme, pet pics, or just say thank you!!! And go follow him!!!!

elvis presley is dancing in a black and white photo with a group of men playing drums and guitars .

Alt: elvis presley is dancing in a black and white photo with a group of men playing drums and guitars. Thank you very much is printed at the bottom.

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