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Don’t agonize: ORGANIZE
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* KHive * Voices4Victory * USDemocracy
Don’t agonize: ORGANIZE
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Essential reading from @carolecadwalla.bsky.social. Not comforting, but it helps me set my compass for survival & resistance.
Item 15 from Rebecca Solnit: "If they try to normalize, let us try to denormalize. Let us hold on to facts, truths, values, norms..."
Fight their lies with truth & values.
Item 15 from Rebecca Solnit: "If they try to normalize, let us try to denormalize. Let us hold on to facts, truths, values, norms..."
Fight their lies with truth & values.
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Side note: The Birth of a Nation grossed more than $10 million (hundreds of millions today), far exceeding any previous motion picture. It was the first film to adopt a wide-scale, high-priced roadshow distribution and advertising campaign, and the first film screened at the White House.
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
Side note: The Birth of a Nation grossed more than $10 million (hundreds of millions today), far exceeding any previous motion picture. It was the first film to adopt a wide-scale, high-priced roadshow distribution and advertising campaign, and the first film screened at the White House.
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Due to its popularity and long in-theater lifespan, The Birth of a Nation also contributed to a surge in lynching and racial violence during the “Red Summer” of 1919. The film also demonstrated the potential of cinema as both a powerful artistic medium and a means of disseminating propaganda. /end
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
Due to its popularity and long in-theater lifespan, The Birth of a Nation also contributed to a surge in lynching and racial violence during the “Red Summer” of 1919. The film also demonstrated the potential of cinema as both a powerful artistic medium and a means of disseminating propaganda. /end
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Screenings of The Birth of a Nation led to increased racial tension and unrest in major cities such as Boston and Philadelphia, where violent white mobs attacked Black residents. The film also inspired the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan, with cross burnings and marches occurring near theaters. /6
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
Screenings of The Birth of a Nation led to increased racial tension and unrest in major cities such as Boston and Philadelphia, where violent white mobs attacked Black residents. The film also inspired the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan, with cross burnings and marches occurring near theaters. /6
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The NAACP’s efforts led to the film being banned in several cities and the state of Ohio. Unable to obtain a nationwide ban, the organization shifted to demanding the censorship of the most offensive scenes. Success was mixed, but the effort raised the nascent organizations’ national stature. /5
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
The NAACP’s efforts led to the film being banned in several cities and the state of Ohio. Unable to obtain a nationwide ban, the organization shifted to demanding the censorship of the most offensive scenes. Success was mixed, but the effort raised the nascent organizations’ national stature. /5
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The Birth of a Nation also ignited the first mass Black protest movement of the 20th century. African American activists and the NAACP organized campaigns in more than 60 cities. They were incensed by the film’s glorification of the KKK and stereotypical depictions of African Americans. /4
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
The Birth of a Nation also ignited the first mass Black protest movement of the 20th century. African American activists and the NAACP organized campaigns in more than 60 cities. They were incensed by the film’s glorification of the KKK and stereotypical depictions of African Americans. /4
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The second half of the film depicts Reconstruction as a period of chaos and “negro rule.” It culminates in the formation of the KKK, portrayed as a heroic force that restores white supremacy and order to the South. The film was massively popular with white audiences throughout the U.S. /3
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
The second half of the film depicts Reconstruction as a period of chaos and “negro rule.” It culminates in the formation of the KKK, portrayed as a heroic force that restores white supremacy and order to the South. The film was massively popular with white audiences throughout the U.S. /3
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Originally titled The Clansman, The Birth of a Nation chronicles the Civil War and Reconstruction through the experiences of the Northern Stonemans and the Southern Camerons. The three-hour film was pioneering in its use of close-ups, fade-outs, intercutting and a full orchestral score. /2
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
Originally titled The Clansman, The Birth of a Nation chronicles the Civil War and Reconstruction through the experiences of the Northern Stonemans and the Southern Camerons. The three-hour film was pioneering in its use of close-ups, fade-outs, intercutting and a full orchestral score. /2
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#ResistanceRoots
#BlackHistoryMonth
Today in history, 1915: The controversial silent film The Birth of a Nation premieres in Los Angeles. The first American full-length feature film, it’s noted for its technical and artistic innovations, but it sparked protests and riots due to its overt racism. /1
#BlackHistoryMonth
Today in history, 1915: The controversial silent film The Birth of a Nation premieres in Los Angeles. The first American full-length feature film, it’s noted for its technical and artistic innovations, but it sparked protests and riots due to its overt racism. /1
February 9, 2026 at 12:46 AM
#ResistanceRoots
#BlackHistoryMonth
Today in history, 1915: The controversial silent film The Birth of a Nation premieres in Los Angeles. The first American full-length feature film, it’s noted for its technical and artistic innovations, but it sparked protests and riots due to its overt racism. /1
#BlackHistoryMonth
Today in history, 1915: The controversial silent film The Birth of a Nation premieres in Los Angeles. The first American full-length feature film, it’s noted for its technical and artistic innovations, but it sparked protests and riots due to its overt racism. /1
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February 9, 2026 at 3:27 AM
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From a Jewish friend on fb
Read re read and re read again
Read re read and re read again
February 8, 2026 at 10:40 PM
From a Jewish friend on fb
Read re read and re read again
Read re read and re read again
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There are now just 32 days until the special election in Georgia to fill the seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
The GOP House majority rest on just 1 vote and if Democrats win this special election we deadlock the House.
20 Republicans are running. One Democrat is running.
SHAWN HARRIS
The GOP House majority rest on just 1 vote and if Democrats win this special election we deadlock the House.
20 Republicans are running. One Democrat is running.
SHAWN HARRIS
February 9, 2026 at 3:27 AM
There are now just 32 days until the special election in Georgia to fill the seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
The GOP House majority rest on just 1 vote and if Democrats win this special election we deadlock the House.
20 Republicans are running. One Democrat is running.
SHAWN HARRIS
The GOP House majority rest on just 1 vote and if Democrats win this special election we deadlock the House.
20 Republicans are running. One Democrat is running.
SHAWN HARRIS
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Multiple foreign governments have been working to destabilize the USA. Foreign donations to U.S. colleges have reached over $51 billion as of late 2023, with funding flowing from countries like Qatar, China, Saudi Arabia, and Canada.
edworkforce.house.gov/news/documen...
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New Report Shows Foreign Donations Fuel Antisemitism on Campuses
edworkforce.house.gov
February 8, 2026 at 1:38 AM
Multiple foreign governments have been working to destabilize the USA. Foreign donations to U.S. colleges have reached over $51 billion as of late 2023, with funding flowing from countries like Qatar, China, Saudi Arabia, and Canada.
edworkforce.house.gov/news/documen...
edworkforce.house.gov/news/documen...
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Wake The F@#k Up!
The Left Wing campaign against Israel that mobbed campuses and attacked US Jews wasn’t spontaneous or genuine.
It was funded by foreign enemies including China, whose agent Neville Singham used groups like
“CodePink” to conduct war on democracy on our soil. 1/
waysandmeans.house.gov/2025/09/04/c...
It was funded by foreign enemies including China, whose agent Neville Singham used groups like
“CodePink” to conduct war on democracy on our soil. 1/
waysandmeans.house.gov/2025/09/04/c...
Chairman Smith Exposes U.S. Nonprofit as Likely CCP-Funded Propaganda Arm Operating Under Tax-Exempt Status - Ways and Means
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) is demanding records from The People’s Forum, a New...
waysandmeans.house.gov
February 8, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Wake The F@#k Up!
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In 2022, Erin Jackson became the first Black woman from any country to win gold in any individual event at the Winter Olympics.
Yesterday, she became the first Black woman to bear the flag for #TeamUSA at the Winter Olympics.
Congratulations Erin - keep making us proud!
#BlackHistoryMonth
Yesterday, she became the first Black woman to bear the flag for #TeamUSA at the Winter Olympics.
Congratulations Erin - keep making us proud!
#BlackHistoryMonth
February 7, 2026 at 6:20 PM
In 2022, Erin Jackson became the first Black woman from any country to win gold in any individual event at the Winter Olympics.
Yesterday, she became the first Black woman to bear the flag for #TeamUSA at the Winter Olympics.
Congratulations Erin - keep making us proud!
#BlackHistoryMonth
Yesterday, she became the first Black woman to bear the flag for #TeamUSA at the Winter Olympics.
Congratulations Erin - keep making us proud!
#BlackHistoryMonth
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Althea Gibson was the first African American to compete in a pro-world tennis tour and in 1956, the first African American woman to win a Grand Slam title. Overall, Gibson garnered 11 Grand Slam wins, including six singles titles. #BlackHistoryMonth
February 5, 2026 at 12:48 PM
Althea Gibson was the first African American to compete in a pro-world tennis tour and in 1956, the first African American woman to win a Grand Slam title. Overall, Gibson garnered 11 Grand Slam wins, including six singles titles. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Shirley Chisholm was the 1st Black woman elected to Congress in 1968 & the 1st woman & 1st Black candidate to seek the Democratic prez nomination in 1972.
Her #CupOfJoe broke barriers as she fought for racial & gender equality.
#BlackHistoryMonth
Her #CupOfJoe broke barriers as she fought for racial & gender equality.
#BlackHistoryMonth
February 7, 2026 at 2:49 PM
Shirley Chisholm was the 1st Black woman elected to Congress in 1968 & the 1st woman & 1st Black candidate to seek the Democratic prez nomination in 1972.
Her #CupOfJoe broke barriers as she fought for racial & gender equality.
#BlackHistoryMonth
Her #CupOfJoe broke barriers as she fought for racial & gender equality.
#BlackHistoryMonth
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Good Morning
Super Bowl Sunday
Also #BlackHistoryMonth
My wish today that this clip would be shown during the SuperBowlXL
Meet 92 year fierce Dr Jane Elliott..Teacher/Activist
Her message still true today
Now more than ever
P.S. So very true for our Latino community also
STOP THE HATE
Super Bowl Sunday
Also #BlackHistoryMonth
My wish today that this clip would be shown during the SuperBowlXL
Meet 92 year fierce Dr Jane Elliott..Teacher/Activist
Her message still true today
Now more than ever
P.S. So very true for our Latino community also
STOP THE HATE
February 8, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Good Morning
Super Bowl Sunday
Also #BlackHistoryMonth
My wish today that this clip would be shown during the SuperBowlXL
Meet 92 year fierce Dr Jane Elliott..Teacher/Activist
Her message still true today
Now more than ever
P.S. So very true for our Latino community also
STOP THE HATE
Super Bowl Sunday
Also #BlackHistoryMonth
My wish today that this clip would be shown during the SuperBowlXL
Meet 92 year fierce Dr Jane Elliott..Teacher/Activist
Her message still true today
Now more than ever
P.S. So very true for our Latino community also
STOP THE HATE
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Mary Eliza Mahoney (1st licensed US Black nurse), Harriet Tubman (Civil War nurse), and Sojourner Truth (abolitionist, nurse advocate) broke barriers and advanced healthcare despite immense racial challenges, leaving legacies of courage and advocacy.
#BlackHistoryMonth #GratitudeforNurses
#BlackHistoryMonth #GratitudeforNurses
February 7, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Mary Eliza Mahoney (1st licensed US Black nurse), Harriet Tubman (Civil War nurse), and Sojourner Truth (abolitionist, nurse advocate) broke barriers and advanced healthcare despite immense racial challenges, leaving legacies of courage and advocacy.
#BlackHistoryMonth #GratitudeforNurses
#BlackHistoryMonth #GratitudeforNurses
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First job out of college was workplace giving campaign fundraising. I used to fundraise for them and Oxfam. After I left that job, I made sure to never donate to them again!
👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
⌨️ @drneilstone.bsky.social
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⌨️ @drneilstone.bsky.social
February 8, 2026 at 8:16 PM
First job out of college was workplace giving campaign fundraising. I used to fundraise for them and Oxfam. After I left that job, I made sure to never donate to them again!
👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
⌨️ @drneilstone.bsky.social
👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
⌨️ @drneilstone.bsky.social
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Further reading
• Antonina Żabińska, The Zookeeper’s Wife
• Yad Vashem Righteous Among the Nations files
• Warsaw Ghetto and German occupation era histories
collections.yadvashe...
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• Antonina Żabińska, The Zookeeper’s Wife
• Yad Vashem Righteous Among the Nations files
• Warsaw Ghetto and German occupation era histories
collections.yadvashe...
10/10
Żabiński Jan & Żabińska Antonina (Erdman)
Żabiński, Jan
Żabińska, Antonina

Dr. Jan Żabiński was the director of the Zoologi
collections.yadvashem.org
February 8, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Further reading
• Antonina Żabińska, The Zookeeper’s Wife
• Yad Vashem Righteous Among the Nations files
• Warsaw Ghetto and German occupation era histories
collections.yadvashe...
10/10
• Antonina Żabińska, The Zookeeper’s Wife
• Yad Vashem Righteous Among the Nations files
• Warsaw Ghetto and German occupation era histories
collections.yadvashe...
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Antonina and Jan’s work required daily courage and making difficult decisions. Their son witnessed this danger and bravery firsthand. Years later, Yad Vashem recognized them as Righteous Among the Nations for the lives they saved.
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February 8, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Antonina and Jan’s work required daily courage and making difficult decisions. Their son witnessed this danger and bravery firsthand. Years later, Yad Vashem recognized them as Righteous Among the Nations for the lives they saved.
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This was not a single rescue. Hundreds of Jews passed through the zoo over time. Rescue and survival were grueling and, as one can imagine, exhausting. It continued in a Poland where many people could not be trusted, and only a few made the deliberate choice to help.
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February 8, 2026 at 5:18 PM
This was not a single rescue. Hundreds of Jews passed through the zoo over time. Rescue and survival were grueling and, as one can imagine, exhausting. It continued in a Poland where many people could not be trusted, and only a few made the deliberate choice to help.
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Jan helped smuggle people out of the ghetto and coordinated with underground networks, putting himself in danger. When they arrived at the zoo, Antonina provided food, comfort, and guidance, tending to their hunger, and illness, all while staying alert to the constant threat of discovery.
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February 8, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Jan helped smuggle people out of the ghetto and coordinated with underground networks, putting himself in danger. When they arrived at the zoo, Antonina provided food, comfort, and guidance, tending to their hunger, and illness, all while staying alert to the constant threat of discovery.
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German officers regularly visited the zoo. Discovery would have meant execution for those hiding there, for Antonina and Jan, and for their child. The danger also came from civilians willing to denounce Jews or those sheltering them.
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February 8, 2026 at 5:18 PM
German officers regularly visited the zoo. Discovery would have meant execution for those hiding there, for Antonina and Jan, and for their child. The danger also came from civilians willing to denounce Jews or those sheltering them.
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Survival depended on silence and routines everyone understood. Antonina used music at the piano to communicate. Certain melodies warned of danger. Others meant it was safe to move. It was a practical way to survive inspections without using words.
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February 8, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Survival depended on silence and routines everyone understood. Antonina used music at the piano to communicate. Certain melodies warned of danger. Others meant it was safe to move. It was a practical way to survive inspections without using words.
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