Dr. Cara Berg Powers
@clbergpowers.bsky.social
I post about public education, school integration, cultural theory, media literacy, sex ed, parenting, and random thoughts from my ADHD brain. Proud co-editor of uncoveringpossible.com out now from Vernon Press! CFC166871CD4B 24% off
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I'm a Gallup pollster. You can contact them at [email protected] to let them know what you think of this.
February 11, 2026 at 8:10 PM
I'm a Gallup pollster. You can contact them at [email protected] to let them know what you think of this.
Probably a little bit of both. I know when I served as a forewoman last year I conceded to a not guilty on a lesser charge to get someone on board for the guilty on the assault (that seemed very straightforward to me and everyone else).
February 12, 2026 at 2:58 AM
Probably a little bit of both. I know when I served as a forewoman last year I conceded to a not guilty on a lesser charge to get someone on board for the guilty on the assault (that seemed very straightforward to me and everyone else).
That's a good idea! A few people on ebay are posting full sets, but those groups are a good idea too (and maybe a good project for my retired dad)
February 12, 2026 at 2:41 AM
That's a good idea! A few people on ebay are posting full sets, but those groups are a good idea too (and maybe a good project for my retired dad)
In talking to my mom today after the verdict, I was reminded that in the days after this, when @etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social documented (which were shown at trial) the bruises she herself sustained, I brought her healing balm because she was so sore. I had completely forgotten.
Should be repeated McGuirk gave conflicting testimony about the “shove” — most garishly in contradiction to the commonwealth’s case, she said Etel pushed off of the ICE SUV into her, knocking her off balance. The state’s case is that etel “shoved” her in the process of being “escorted” (tossed)
February 12, 2026 at 2:40 AM
In talking to my mom today after the verdict, I was reminded that in the days after this, when @etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social documented (which were shown at trial) the bruises she herself sustained, I brought her healing balm because she was so sore. I had completely forgotten.
Also, the way he just jumps to that because in our deeply antisocial society you call the cops instead of talking to someone (not in your friend's case of course, but in the generic scenario)
February 12, 2026 at 2:37 AM
Also, the way he just jumps to that because in our deeply antisocial society you call the cops instead of talking to someone (not in your friend's case of course, but in the generic scenario)
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I mean I'm just baffled that 6 people could watch a video of a woman trying to not fall down while being forcibly pulled around by a larger person, then look at the standard for "assault" that they were instructed to consider, and unanimously decide "yup, matches up."
February 11, 2026 at 8:34 PM
I mean I'm just baffled that 6 people could watch a video of a woman trying to not fall down while being forcibly pulled around by a larger person, then look at the standard for "assault" that they were instructed to consider, and unanimously decide "yup, matches up."
So many inconsistencies. And that they wanted to show video to show her "mindset" but also the fact that well documented abuses of police power were being deliberated by her legislative body wouldn't also go to mindset?
February 12, 2026 at 2:34 AM
So many inconsistencies. And that they wanted to show video to show her "mindset" but also the fact that well documented abuses of police power were being deliberated by her legislative body wouldn't also go to mindset?
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This second part's been bothering me a bit. The jury was allowed to consider that charges weren't immediately brought for political reasons, but wasn't allowed to consider that charges were eventually brought for political reasons?
Gagne says Haxhiaj was interfering with police multiple times. He says she was a distraction and was diverting the police's attention.
He says McGuirk said anyone who wasn't a city councilor probably would've been arrested that day. Says McGurk made a strategic decision to wait.
He says McGuirk said anyone who wasn't a city councilor probably would've been arrested that day. Says McGurk made a strategic decision to wait.
February 11, 2026 at 9:52 PM
This second part's been bothering me a bit. The jury was allowed to consider that charges weren't immediately brought for political reasons, but wasn't allowed to consider that charges were eventually brought for political reasons?
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Culture is never innocuous; it is consequential. I think of the ways people understand that our law and order system is unjust, but cop for copaganda. You cannot separate how the system perpetuates violence against the innocent, especially Black and Brown people, and the culture that holds it up
February 11, 2026 at 11:25 PM
Culture is never innocuous; it is consequential. I think of the ways people understand that our law and order system is unjust, but cop for copaganda. You cannot separate how the system perpetuates violence against the innocent, especially Black and Brown people, and the culture that holds it up
I think very much splitting the baby and the pervasiveness of copaganda. Most people just deeply want to believe that the cops power exists for a good reason and we should not rock the boat unless it's very obviously bad.
February 12, 2026 at 2:30 AM
I think very much splitting the baby and the pervasiveness of copaganda. Most people just deeply want to believe that the cops power exists for a good reason and we should not rock the boat unless it's very obviously bad.
And only for a short time. It reads like a BLVD but then empties into the tiny rotary. Driving it every day, even as someone very mindful of 25mph and its benefits, I find myself having to consciously slow down.
February 12, 2026 at 2:29 AM
And only for a short time. It reads like a BLVD but then empties into the tiny rotary. Driving it every day, even as someone very mindful of 25mph and its benefits, I find myself having to consciously slow down.
Served with zucchini fritters I picked up from Hyder's (our neighborhood Mediterranean Market) and heated in the air fryer.
a woman is sitting at a table with her hands folded in front of her .
Alt: Amy Pohler on Seth Myer's Show does a chef's kiss
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February 12, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Served with zucchini fritters I picked up from Hyder's (our neighborhood Mediterranean Market) and heated in the air fryer.
For a multitude of reasons I was unable to use a stove/oven to make dinner tonight, but thankfully I got myself a $16 Aldi rice cooker last week and this is a quick and delicious dinner- 1 can Trader Joe's cumin and parsley chickpeas, 1 cup of orzo and two cups of vegetable broth, press button- done
February 12, 2026 at 1:58 AM
For a multitude of reasons I was unable to use a stove/oven to make dinner tonight, but thankfully I got myself a $16 Aldi rice cooker last week and this is a quick and delicious dinner- 1 can Trader Joe's cumin and parsley chickpeas, 1 cup of orzo and two cups of vegetable broth, press button- done
As a testament to my mental state this week- after getting 3 Raphaels in 3 kids meals tonight, I told my Dad that we're going to get these online and hope they come in time before realizing that in fact Monday is February 16 and my brother turns 40 on April 16.
My little brother turns 40 next week and my Dad (who doesn't drive anymore) just saw a commercial for Burger King doing TMNT kids meals, so I've been given a special birthday mission. Since I'm a vegetarian, he promised he'll eat all the kids meals and we'll try to collect all the Ninja Turtles.
two teenage mutant ninja turtles stand in front of a brick wall
Alt: Michaelangelo and Donatello of the teenage mutant ninja turtles stand in front of a brick wall and high five
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February 12, 2026 at 1:54 AM
As a testament to my mental state this week- after getting 3 Raphaels in 3 kids meals tonight, I told my Dad that we're going to get these online and hope they come in time before realizing that in fact Monday is February 16 and my brother turns 40 on April 16.
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If it happened today - what would our police have done? How would they take our side. How would they help get ICE out? I hope that is the planning that is happening. ICE created horror on Eureka St. community responded w little information and wanting to protect our immigrant community. 😔
February 11, 2026 at 10:44 AM
If it happened today - what would our police have done? How would they take our side. How would they help get ICE out? I hope that is the planning that is happening. ICE created horror on Eureka St. community responded w little information and wanting to protect our immigrant community. 😔
And stop and shop is, of course, Union, so #solidarityforever !
February 12, 2026 at 1:47 AM
And stop and shop is, of course, Union, so #solidarityforever !
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it’s weird, to run this website and have a very distinct marker for how much people care about what’s happening in Minnesota
it feels especially not great to look at as eviction notices start to get served for families are still locked down hiding from ICE, who are still roving the streets
it feels especially not great to look at as eviction notices start to get served for families are still locked down hiding from ICE, who are still roving the streets
February 9, 2026 at 7:14 PM
it’s weird, to run this website and have a very distinct marker for how much people care about what’s happening in Minnesota
it feels especially not great to look at as eviction notices start to get served for families are still locked down hiding from ICE, who are still roving the streets
it feels especially not great to look at as eviction notices start to get served for families are still locked down hiding from ICE, who are still roving the streets
That is another part that was very obvious because of having to watch footage over and over and over again the last couple of days. They are constantly covering the camera with their hands and other objects.
February 12, 2026 at 1:15 AM
That is another part that was very obvious because of having to watch footage over and over and over again the last couple of days. They are constantly covering the camera with their hands and other objects.
Worcester folks, if you're feeling as angry and sad as I am just want you to know that Haägen Dazs is $3 at the Shaw's on Gold Star blvd
a woman is riding an exercise bike in a dark room and says `` tomorrow i 'll try again '' .
Alt: a woman shrugs in a dark room and says `` tomorrow i 'll try again '' .
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February 12, 2026 at 12:53 AM
Worcester folks, if you're feeling as angry and sad as I am just want you to know that Haägen Dazs is $3 at the Shaw's on Gold Star blvd
He's so mad that no one left him rescue those kids that were trapped in the cave so he's going to trap some more
February 12, 2026 at 12:49 AM
He's so mad that no one left him rescue those kids that were trapped in the cave so he's going to trap some more
Also what is the point of body cameras if we're just going to be told we don't see what our eyes can clearly see?
February 12, 2026 at 12:23 AM
Also what is the point of body cameras if we're just going to be told we don't see what our eyes can clearly see?
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If the same thing were to happen again tomorrow, I have zero faith that the WPD would even follow the current protocols. Which, yet another argument in favor of a civilian review board
February 11, 2026 at 10:55 PM
If the same thing were to happen again tomorrow, I have zero faith that the WPD would even follow the current protocols. Which, yet another argument in favor of a civilian review board
Deeply grateful to be in community with @etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social, who remains a public servant despite not being in office any longer. Despite how she was failed today, she is focused on the systems and structures that uphold that injustice.
February 11, 2026 at 10:24 PM
Deeply grateful to be in community with @etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social, who remains a public servant despite not being in office any longer. Despite how she was failed today, she is focused on the systems and structures that uphold that injustice.
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@etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social is the conscience of a community. She has been vilified and targeted and ultimately failed by this city, but she remains committed to justice, not for herself, but for our black and brown and homeless and trans neighbors. She is the best of us.
February 11, 2026 at 10:20 PM
@etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social is the conscience of a community. She has been vilified and targeted and ultimately failed by this city, but she remains committed to justice, not for herself, but for our black and brown and homeless and trans neighbors. She is the best of us.
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