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Barbara Bitgood

Barbara Bitgood

@bgoodb.bsky.social

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World language teacher (French), mom, crafter, concerned American

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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 5d

Many of us are worried about the effect that the imminent end to #SNAP benefits will have on our neighbors and students. Help by making direct monetary donations to your local #foodbank. With wholesale purchasing power, they can make those dollars stretch.
Foodbank.org

Home - Worcester County Food Bank

Worcester County Food Bank is on a mission to engage, educate, and lead Worcester County, Massachusetts in creating a hunger-free community.

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 13d

TELL YOUR DEMOCRATIC SENATORS TO KEEP HOLDING THE LINE IN THE FUNDING FIGHT act.indivisible.org/sign/funding...

TELL YOUR DEMOCRATIC SENATORS TO KEEP HOLDING THE LINE IN THE FUNDING FIGHT

With historic healthcare cuts and cost increases looming, Republicans chose to force a Trump Shutdown rather than address the healthcare crisis and limit Trump’s lawless manipulation of federal funds....

act.indivisible.org

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

No one person can do it all, but if we each choose a few things that we ARE able to do we CAN push back authoritarianism and fascism. Above all, appreciate all efforts, no matter how small, and encourage those who are just starting to engage rather than berating them for doing too little.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

Host an event with a local candidate who shares your beliefs. Protest outside of an ICE detention center. Learn about which political condidates the businesses you frequent support, and shop elsewhere if you feel you need to.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

Donate an hour phone banking or writing postcards. Contact your state and federal elected officials often about the votes you want them to make. Share your actions on social media to inspire others. Offer to help with the next protest as a marshal, videographer, water carrier, etc.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

Will protests alone create the change we want? No. But they have their role to play. If you attended a #NoKings event yesterday, thank you! And I challenge you to continue the work by taking a next step. Stay informed about what your local town/city council and school committee are voting on.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

*The spectacle of millions of potential customers in the streets sends a signal to companies that allying with Trumpis bad for business Target felt the sting of an ongoing boycott led by pastor Jamal Bryant (33% loss of stock value, sales and foot traffic down for each of the last 7 months).
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

*A protest is a first step toward more individual actions. Groups hand out flyers about local activism and community support. A compliment to the lady with a cool sign leads to an invitation to the phone bank she runs. Canvassers get hundreds of signatures in support of a ballot measure fast.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

*Protests bring together people who otherwise would not have encountered one another, thereby building a network of community activists. When I attended my first protest this spring I learned about the @gain-indivisible.bsky.social & joined their mailing list. They keep me informed.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

*Mass gatherings show that we haven't lost hope & there are a LOT of us who want change. @hcrichardson.bsky.social quoted Justin (via Mother Jones): “You know…a lot of times I have a hopeless feeling, but…being out here today just reminds me about the beauty of America and American protests."
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

But for those on the left who genuinely believe this, I offer these thoughts:
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

The critics usually argued that protests give people the illusion that they're helping, but they don't actually cause change. At least some of these comments are probably coming from bots and Trump regime sympathizers who want to discourage dissent.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 14d

Yesterday's #NoKings protests were great. But it was disappointing to see some liberal commentors dismissing mass demonstrations as useless theater or, worse yet, an attempt by national organizations to gather the personal data of attendees for nefarious purposes.
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Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 15d

#nokings #worcester #resist

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 15d

People are pouring in here at #NoKings #Worcester

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 15d

I'm ready. #NoKings #Worcester

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 16d

Who wants to join me in #Worcester tomorrow? 1 pm at Institute Park. We can carpool. #nokings #resist #solidarity

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 21d

Follow Jeromie @jeromiewhalen.bsky.social

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · 21d

✔️Lower taxes for the working class
✔️Make billionaires pay their share
✔️Medicare for All
✔️Get big money out of politics
What's not to love? Get to know Jeromie and get involved in his campaign to win House Congressional Seat 1 for #Massachusetts. #democrat #medicareforall #change #taxtherich

Jeromie Whalen for Congress | Democrat for MA-01

Jeromie Whalen, a high school teacher and Western Massachusetts resident, is the Democratic candidate running for Congress in Massachusetts’ First Congressional District (MA-01).

www.whalenforcongressma.com

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · Sep 26

First day of the #CCDS conference at the Institute Imagine in Paris! Thank you, Association Extraordinaire, for organizing. This chance to catch up on the research and connect with CCDS families is so valuable. #raredisease #creatineinfo #ctd

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · Sep 16

If you're in #westernmass you have got to get to know Jeromie Whalen. He's running for #Congress to replace Neal. I worked with Jeromie for years in #Northampton. He has character, empathy, integrity and is as real as it gets. Learn more at whalenforcongressma.com

Whalen for Congress | It's Our Time. It's Our Movement. Let's Get to Work.

YouTube video by Jeromie Whalen

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · Aug 19

Saving this tool to try out later

Nik Peachey @nikpeachey.bsky.social · Aug 19

You can use this voice changer tool to record an audio and then change it to a different voice elevenlabs.io/voice-changer

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 16

Are your tests *really* giving you a complete picture of student learning? Check out these 9 evidence-based tweaks to see if your assessment practice needs a makeover! 🔧

#assessment #EduSky

How to Build Better, More Effective Tests and Quizzes

Your tests might be falling short due to a few fixable missteps. Here’s how educators are fine-tuning their approach for better, more accurate results.

Barbara Bitgood @bgoodb.bsky.social · Aug 17

"Use the special pen to write your answer on the transparency."