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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Jul 21

While Frankie is back home with his family, he still has me thinking and scanning the street like a Secret Service agent.

Because Pittsford was built for cars—not people.

It doesn’t have to stay that way. #townandgown chacharon.substack.com/p/what-sidew...

Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Jul 5

The frameworks that built our democracy: chacharon.substack.com/p/show-your-...

Show Your Work: Frameworks, Faith, and the Fight for the Public Good

From Puritans to the Constitution to crumbling public infrastructure—what we lose when we mistake private success for public progress, and why real innovation starts with shared investment.

chacharon.substack.com

Reposted by Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D.

GIFFORDS @giffords.org · Jun 21

One week ago, Melissa Hortman and her husband were taken from us in a horrific act of political violence.

Political violence is never justified. Armed extremism is a threat to democracy.

Honor Melissa by rejecting division—and choosing courage.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · Jun 6

America’s gun violence crisis impacts each and every one of us. It’s unacceptable.

On #GunViolenceAwarenessDay, Americans nationwide #WearOrange to honor every victim and survivor of gun violence and demand their leaders take action to save lives.

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Reposted by Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D.

National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · Jun 5

Jewish texts teach us that losing one life is like losing an entire universe. This Gun Violence Awareness Month, we remember the 45,000 universes we lose to preventable gun violence in the US each year.

Join us as we #WearOrange tomorrow, June 6, for an America free of gun violence. #EndGunViolence

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Jun 6

Stopped back to visit #DePaulUniversity and #WearOrange remembering the call I took on campus here 35 years ago. #keepgoing #survivorstrong

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · May 23

Being in between isn’t easy. But it can be a superpower.
A dozen of us gathered for a campaign book club in English & ASL to read I’m Laughing Because I’m Crying.
We shared stories, silence, and snacks.
There’s strength in the in-between.
What’s your story?
@ymmayer.bsky.social

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · May 11

This transition is part of the broader shift to synchronize local election calendars with higher-turnout cycles—but it’s also causing real-time shifts in how we plan, run, and serve in office. open.substack.com/pub/chacharo...

How Odd: Why are Local Elections When?

A recent change to New York State law is sparking debate in town halls, courtrooms, and community groups across the state—including here in our own backyard.

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Reposted by Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D.

Rachel Barnhart @rachbarnhart.com · Apr 20

Must-read editorial by Syracuse newspaper.

www.syracuse.com/opinion/2025...

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Mar 29

Coincidence is G-d’s way of staying anonymous. Dr. Joi Lewis’ Meditation Journal arrived today. I could use my friend’s guidance to keep me centered and connected in all the work ahead. (Me trying not to look as exhausted as I feel on Friday night!) #joi #meditation #maytherevolutionbehealing

Woman with glasses in orange blazer holding an orange text with title May the Revolution be Healing

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Mar 22

Buying a frou frou coffee or beer a month for The Fire. www.thefire.org/donate?form=...

Donate

By choosing to support the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) with a gift today, you promote one of our nation’s most cherished values: freedom of speech.

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Mar 19

Don't worry, we have AI for that. (It's not what you think.)

Image of a person in a denim jacket with a cap, and backpack looking off into the distance.

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Stacey Abrams @staceyabrams.com · Mar 12

Public education isn’t a bureaucracy to destroy; it’s a lifeline for our future. A few months ago on Assembly Required, we discussed the looming threats to public education and how we can stand up to such destructive agendas. Listen here: crooked.com/podcast/how-...

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Mar 13

Finished my first pass of @ymmayer.bsky.social book, if I saw you at a book signing I’d be terrified to assume I knew anything about you, but I feel like I could sit next to you & kvetch over our mom’s leftovers and share our war stories growing up in between in different countries. Thank you. ❤️

Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Feb 15

Looking for a powerful read? Cue up @ymmayer.bsky.social book for May. Cannot wait to talk about it with everyone. Check your library or indie bookseller for a copy! More coming soon from APAPA ROC!

Youngmi Mayer’s book on a red Year of the Snake background - I’m Laughing Because I’m Crying

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Mar 12

From a run in the city with the women to walking for petition signatures in Pittsford this evening, today is a wrap. #townandgown

Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Mar 10

If only fur were a fortune...well, maybe it is.... chacharon.substack.com/p/embodied?r...

Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Feb 28

Time to step back into the arena, and I'm going all nerd, all the time - I've even started a Substack to support my learning and to build a community in the process. #townandgown
open.substack.com/pub/chacharo...

Welcome to the Learning Community

It was always meant to be a skill transferred off campus.

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Feb 21

There are really important things I am working on, but getting to puppy sit the best lab for about 10 days - less than 48 hours. ❤️

Garmin watch with name of MAE MAE and a date below the current time, indicating a countdown under 48 hours.

Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Feb 15

Looking for a powerful read? Cue up @ymmayer.bsky.social book for May. Cannot wait to talk about it with everyone. Check your library or indie bookseller for a copy! More coming soon from APAPA ROC!

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Feb 15

Nope. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/13/w...

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Feb 5

#APAPA #ROC Lunar NY Fest Sat Afternoon at MCC Feb 8 1-4 Family Friendly and Interpreters! 🫰🏼

Lunar New Year Celebration poster at Monroe Community College Year of the Snake. Sat Feb 8 1-4 pm Brighton Campus Free! Family

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Jan 21

If you choose not to find joy in the snow, you will have less joy in your life but the same amount of snow. (Goes the same for cold.) #roc #keepgoing

Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Jan 20

Rest in Power. We will Keep Going.

www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/u...

Cecile Richards, Former Planned Parenthood President, Dies at 67

Ms. Richards oversaw the United States’ largest provider of reproductive health care and sex education from 2006 to 2018.

www.nytimes.com

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Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Jan 19

love what’s between her ears. #HCR

Cha Ron Sattler-Leblanc, Ph.D. @chacharon.bsky.social · Jan 19

Working with my neurospicy WeeOne as he heads off to #specialolympics and his stress is a 4 out of 5. Breathe. We got this together. Together is how we will do this. That, and a lot of planning and training and organizing…

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