upperLeftist
@csinpnw.bsky.social
Retired software guy; dreamer; nerd; hoping for a better world; despiser of nazis (here's looking at you, Hitler, Musk and Drumpf); ERA supporter; skeptic; loving trees, mountains and water here close to the center of the universe in Whatcom County
Reposted by upperLeftist
Churches always ask how to bring young people into the fold.
Well, now we know what's keeping them out: Irrational beliefs, bigotry, sexism, abuse, and so much more.
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/the-real-r...
Well, now we know what's keeping them out: Irrational beliefs, bigotry, sexism, abuse, and so much more.
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/the-real-r...
The real reasons Americans continue walking away from organized religion
From anti-LGBTQ teachings to clergy abuse scandals, new research explains the collapse of religious loyalty in the U.S.
www.friendlyatheist.com
December 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Churches always ask how to bring young people into the fold.
Well, now we know what's keeping them out: Irrational beliefs, bigotry, sexism, abuse, and so much more.
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/the-real-r...
Well, now we know what's keeping them out: Irrational beliefs, bigotry, sexism, abuse, and so much more.
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/the-real-r...
Reposted by upperLeftist
So it's the literal Hunger Games.
December 19, 2025 at 9:30 PM
So it's the literal Hunger Games.
Reposted by upperLeftist
Absolutely!! Hence the shit show we have right now!!
December 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Absolutely!! Hence the shit show we have right now!!
Reposted by upperLeftist
Look at the bright sight folks!
After tonight’s speech, we know the end is near!
After tonight’s speech, we know the end is near!
December 18, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Look at the bright sight folks!
After tonight’s speech, we know the end is near!
After tonight’s speech, we know the end is near!
Reposted by upperLeftist
Reposted by upperLeftist
Terrific piece by @jamellebouie.net that articulates the central problem with the Trump presidency.
He demanded unprecedented power and has, thanks to his lickspittles in Congress & SCOTUS, been granted it. But he has little interest in using it beyond his grasping selfishness. The nation's adrift.
He demanded unprecedented power and has, thanks to his lickspittles in Congress & SCOTUS, been granted it. But he has little interest in using it beyond his grasping selfishness. The nation's adrift.
December 17, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Terrific piece by @jamellebouie.net that articulates the central problem with the Trump presidency.
He demanded unprecedented power and has, thanks to his lickspittles in Congress & SCOTUS, been granted it. But he has little interest in using it beyond his grasping selfishness. The nation's adrift.
He demanded unprecedented power and has, thanks to his lickspittles in Congress & SCOTUS, been granted it. But he has little interest in using it beyond his grasping selfishness. The nation's adrift.
Reposted by upperLeftist
Reposted by upperLeftist
Trump Derangement Syndrome is just what every Trump supporter has. 😂 it’s nothing other than that.
December 17, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Trump Derangement Syndrome is just what every Trump supporter has. 😂 it’s nothing other than that.
Reposted by upperLeftist
It's going to take a while for this. I'm not sure the mourning will stop anytime soon
December 17, 2025 at 4:25 PM
It's going to take a while for this. I'm not sure the mourning will stop anytime soon
Reposted by upperLeftist
Hahahahaha 🦇👹
December 17, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Hahahahaha 🦇👹
Reposted by upperLeftist
Reposted by upperLeftist
If you've been wondering why some people can't quit Trump, this article may help.
I believe many politicians and media folk use fear to sway the public. It's a powerful emotion and seems to wield more influence with those of the conservative persuasion.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-...
I believe many politicians and media folk use fear to sway the public. It's a powerful emotion and seems to wield more influence with those of the conservative persuasion.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-...
Politics, Stress, the Brain, and Core Emotions
Differences in political beliefs appear to be rooted in brain differences in how we process emotion. Understanding our emotional wiring can reduce polarization and build empathy.
www.psychologytoday.com
December 16, 2025 at 9:15 PM
If you've been wondering why some people can't quit Trump, this article may help.
I believe many politicians and media folk use fear to sway the public. It's a powerful emotion and seems to wield more influence with those of the conservative persuasion.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-...
I believe many politicians and media folk use fear to sway the public. It's a powerful emotion and seems to wield more influence with those of the conservative persuasion.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-...
Reposted by upperLeftist
SHOUT-OUT to multi-talented International Treasure: DICK VAN DYKE! Today we celebrate his 100th year+3 days birthday.
From the day I first met him (story included below) he's been an inspiration & a source of joy to his countless fans around the globe, myself included. Thank you sir 🙏
For DVD: 🎂❤️
From the day I first met him (story included below) he's been an inspiration & a source of joy to his countless fans around the globe, myself included. Thank you sir 🙏
For DVD: 🎂❤️
December 16, 2025 at 8:10 PM
SHOUT-OUT to multi-talented International Treasure: DICK VAN DYKE! Today we celebrate his 100th year+3 days birthday.
From the day I first met him (story included below) he's been an inspiration & a source of joy to his countless fans around the globe, myself included. Thank you sir 🙏
For DVD: 🎂❤️
From the day I first met him (story included below) he's been an inspiration & a source of joy to his countless fans around the globe, myself included. Thank you sir 🙏
For DVD: 🎂❤️
Reposted by upperLeftist
Enemies of the people.
Do not forget them.
(Have been in that room, sat at that table. When those around it were likes of Richard Holbrooke, Cyrus Vance, Andrew Young, Shirley Hufstedler, Joe Califano, Walter Mondale, Zbig Brez. Not ... these people.)
Do not forget them.
(Have been in that room, sat at that table. When those around it were likes of Richard Holbrooke, Cyrus Vance, Andrew Young, Shirley Hufstedler, Joe Califano, Walter Mondale, Zbig Brez. Not ... these people.)
December 16, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Enemies of the people.
Do not forget them.
(Have been in that room, sat at that table. When those around it were likes of Richard Holbrooke, Cyrus Vance, Andrew Young, Shirley Hufstedler, Joe Califano, Walter Mondale, Zbig Brez. Not ... these people.)
Do not forget them.
(Have been in that room, sat at that table. When those around it were likes of Richard Holbrooke, Cyrus Vance, Andrew Young, Shirley Hufstedler, Joe Califano, Walter Mondale, Zbig Brez. Not ... these people.)
Reposted by upperLeftist
Some Dems have told themselves only ~1% of the population is trans so they can dip their toe in the anti-trans filth and come out clean.
I don't have any trans family members—but it still makes me irate. I see it as a huge red flag, a sign you are unprincipled and untrustworthy. And I'm not alone.
I don't have any trans family members—but it still makes me irate. I see it as a huge red flag, a sign you are unprincipled and untrustworthy. And I'm not alone.
We are parents of a trans kid and our family takes this very, very personally. If you intentionally make life harder for our beloved daughter, it’s EXTREMELY hard to think of you as an ally, to say the least. @amyklobuchar.com - you still send us requests for money, while hurting our kid. Disgusted.
Here are the 28 Dem Senators who voted to advance the first federal ban on trans athletes & a federal definition of sex that would make trans & intersex people non-existent: Angela Alsobrooks (MD), Tammy Baldwin (WI), Richard Blumenthal (CT), Lisa Blunt Rochester (DE), Chris Coons (DE), ->
December 16, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Some Dems have told themselves only ~1% of the population is trans so they can dip their toe in the anti-trans filth and come out clean.
I don't have any trans family members—but it still makes me irate. I see it as a huge red flag, a sign you are unprincipled and untrustworthy. And I'm not alone.
I don't have any trans family members—but it still makes me irate. I see it as a huge red flag, a sign you are unprincipled and untrustworthy. And I'm not alone.
Reposted by upperLeftist
One of the biggest moments of my career:
USCIS canceled my client’s naturalization oath ceremony. We filed a lawsuit, went to trial, and the judge swore him in right there in the courtroom!
USCIS canceled my client’s naturalization oath ceremony. We filed a lawsuit, went to trial, and the judge swore him in right there in the courtroom!
December 16, 2025 at 3:21 PM
One of the biggest moments of my career:
USCIS canceled my client’s naturalization oath ceremony. We filed a lawsuit, went to trial, and the judge swore him in right there in the courtroom!
USCIS canceled my client’s naturalization oath ceremony. We filed a lawsuit, went to trial, and the judge swore him in right there in the courtroom!
Reposted by upperLeftist
Reposted by upperLeftist
R.I.P. Rob Reiner.
December 15, 2025 at 11:50 PM
R.I.P. Rob Reiner.
Reposted by upperLeftist
So many of us loved Rob Reiner's movies. He left such a profound impact on so many.
What an absolutely black-hearted and despicable statement from the President of the United States about a man who was just murdered. Trump is deeply unwell and unfit to serve.
What an absolutely black-hearted and despicable statement from the President of the United States about a man who was just murdered. Trump is deeply unwell and unfit to serve.
December 15, 2025 at 7:23 PM
So many of us loved Rob Reiner's movies. He left such a profound impact on so many.
What an absolutely black-hearted and despicable statement from the President of the United States about a man who was just murdered. Trump is deeply unwell and unfit to serve.
What an absolutely black-hearted and despicable statement from the President of the United States about a man who was just murdered. Trump is deeply unwell and unfit to serve.
Reposted by upperLeftist
Nobody says it like Jeff 🦋
December 15, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Nobody says it like Jeff 🦋
Reposted by upperLeftist
Re: Donald Trump’s comments about Rob Reiner.
Rob Reiner was a compassionate human, a devotee of democracy, a necessary moral voice and a greatly gifted creative artist.
Donald Trump is a sick sociopath and a hateful person who dishonors the human race every time he opens his mouth.
Rob Reiner was a compassionate human, a devotee of democracy, a necessary moral voice and a greatly gifted creative artist.
Donald Trump is a sick sociopath and a hateful person who dishonors the human race every time he opens his mouth.
December 15, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Re: Donald Trump’s comments about Rob Reiner.
Rob Reiner was a compassionate human, a devotee of democracy, a necessary moral voice and a greatly gifted creative artist.
Donald Trump is a sick sociopath and a hateful person who dishonors the human race every time he opens his mouth.
Rob Reiner was a compassionate human, a devotee of democracy, a necessary moral voice and a greatly gifted creative artist.
Donald Trump is a sick sociopath and a hateful person who dishonors the human race every time he opens his mouth.
Reposted by upperLeftist
The way this man has no value for life and there’s people who GENUINELY compare him to Jesus? - this man is evil.
December 15, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The way this man has no value for life and there’s people who GENUINELY compare him to Jesus? - this man is evil.
Trump should be in a straitjacket inside a padded cell.
Trump's derangement syndrome is a clear and present danger to all of us.
Trump's derangement syndrome is a clear and present danger to all of us.
#ProudBlue #ResistanceUnited #Pinks
Folks, this is how the “President” of our country comments on the death of a beloved Hollywood icon. 🤬 why is this POS allowed to stay in the WH?? He is one sick POS!
Folks, this is how the “President” of our country comments on the death of a beloved Hollywood icon. 🤬 why is this POS allowed to stay in the WH?? He is one sick POS!
December 15, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Trump should be in a straitjacket inside a padded cell.
Trump's derangement syndrome is a clear and present danger to all of us.
Trump's derangement syndrome is a clear and present danger to all of us.
Reposted by upperLeftist
Yeah, Elon's actually not smart.
December 13, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Yeah, Elon's actually not smart.