Liette Gidlow
@profgidlow.bsky.social
Historian of US politics, voting rights, women, race, 19thA
Wrote TheBigVote & Obama,Clinton,Palin
Radcliffe Fellow@Harvard. Swam in RFK Sr's pool
Wrote TheBigVote & Obama,Clinton,Palin
Radcliffe Fellow@Harvard. Swam in RFK Sr's pool
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Liette Gidlow
@profgidlow.bsky.social
· Nov 14
Mavis Staples - "No Time For Cryin'" (Live)
YouTube video by ANTI- Records
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No time for cryin'
We got work to do
-- Mavis Staples
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7m-...
We got work to do
-- Mavis Staples
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7m-...
"When Democrats try to meet Trump 'in the middle ...
you're kind of falling into this trap of accepting egregious behavior because it seems like it's halfway to where they're at, when they're all the way to crazy.'"
you're kind of falling into this trap of accepting egregious behavior because it seems like it's halfway to where they're at, when they're all the way to crazy.'"
Mejia told Axios that when Democrats try to meet Trump "in the middle ... you're kind of falling into this trap of accepting egregious behavior because it seems like it's halfway to where they're at, when they're all the way to crazy."
www.axios.com/2026/02/11/a...
www.axios.com/2026/02/11/a...
Scoop: Dem House candidate Analilia Mejìa won't commit to voting for Hakeem Jeffries
"I look forward to sharing my concerns," the New Jersey progressive told Axios.
www.axios.com
February 11, 2026 at 1:16 PM
"When Democrats try to meet Trump 'in the middle ...
you're kind of falling into this trap of accepting egregious behavior because it seems like it's halfway to where they're at, when they're all the way to crazy.'"
you're kind of falling into this trap of accepting egregious behavior because it seems like it's halfway to where they're at, when they're all the way to crazy.'"
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This is just so lovely. A reminder that there are still lots of good people about, even as the vicious & awful dominate the headlines, and that religious bodies can choose to be open and inclusive
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Leicester Cathedral reveals sign language wedding held in 1576
Cathedral bosses believe the signed service could have been one of the first in England.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 11, 2026 at 12:07 PM
This is just so lovely. A reminder that there are still lots of good people about, even as the vicious & awful dominate the headlines, and that religious bodies can choose to be open and inclusive
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Consider reaching out to Amber McReynolds, Colorado-based expert on voting by mail, now a US Postal Service commissioner
February 11, 2026 at 2:01 AM
Consider reaching out to Amber McReynolds, Colorado-based expert on voting by mail, now a US Postal Service commissioner
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When I say they’re coming for our daughters, I’m not exaggerating. The powerful people obsessed with the (white) birth rate and enforcing ‘traditional’ values and norms know they need young women to do it—whether those young women like it or not. — @jessicavalenti.bsky.social
They're Coming for Our Daughters
The conservative plan to shrink girls’ futures
open.substack.com
February 9, 2026 at 2:17 PM
When I say they’re coming for our daughters, I’m not exaggerating. The powerful people obsessed with the (white) birth rate and enforcing ‘traditional’ values and norms know they need young women to do it—whether those young women like it or not. — @jessicavalenti.bsky.social
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Friends, where do people post CFP these days? I've used H-Net. The fall of twitter history means it's much harder to reach people these days! I've had quite a few great abstracts for the below but I feel like I should be reaching more folks.
I've had a number of exciting abstracts for the Nostalgia and Radical Politics, Past and Present conference but I've decided to EXTEND the deadline to 22 Feb, as I'm away the prior week so won't be reviewing apps then! www.northampton.ac.uk/research-blo... Please share. Ask Qs below! 🗃️
Call For Papers: Nostalgia and Radical Politics, Past and Present | UON
Centre for Historical Studies, University of Northampton, UK Monday 15 – Tuesday 16 June 2026 CFP deadline extended to 22 February...
www.northampton.ac.uk
February 9, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Friends, where do people post CFP these days? I've used H-Net. The fall of twitter history means it's much harder to reach people these days! I've had quite a few great abstracts for the below but I feel like I should be reaching more folks.
For a take on very recent events written w a historical sensibility, I really like this essay by Hoechsmann & VanDyke, "Tailgaters and Militants: Unpacking Masculinities at the Capitol Riots" in the volume below: 🗃️
February 9, 2026 at 1:46 PM
For a take on very recent events written w a historical sensibility, I really like this essay by Hoechsmann & VanDyke, "Tailgaters and Militants: Unpacking Masculinities at the Capitol Riots" in the volume below: 🗃️
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“Targeting regional universities and community colleges reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of tenure—as if it were a privilege reserved for a select few rather than an essential working condition for all faculty responsible for teaching and research.”
@uoklahomaaaup.bsky.social
@uoklahomaaaup.bsky.social
February 6, 2026 at 7:06 PM
“Targeting regional universities and community colleges reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of tenure—as if it were a privilege reserved for a select few rather than an essential working condition for all faculty responsible for teaching and research.”
@uoklahomaaaup.bsky.social
@uoklahomaaaup.bsky.social
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Federalizing elections. Targeting voter rolls. Threatening local officials. This isn’t “election integrity.” It’s an escalating war on democratic participation. 3/
Read more on Trump’s latest assault on voting rights from @thewaywithanoa.bsky.social 👇
Read more on Trump’s latest assault on voting rights from @thewaywithanoa.bsky.social 👇
Inside Trump’s Escalating War on Elections - Dame Magazine
President Donald Trump's recent calls for nationalizing elections offer insight into how the administration plans to disrupt U.S. elections. Voters and other affected citizens should disregard these c...
www.damemagazine.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Federalizing elections. Targeting voter rolls. Threatening local officials. This isn’t “election integrity.” It’s an escalating war on democratic participation. 3/
Read more on Trump’s latest assault on voting rights from @thewaywithanoa.bsky.social 👇
Read more on Trump’s latest assault on voting rights from @thewaywithanoa.bsky.social 👇
awesome thread
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I teach a class on film and politics and include docs that offer insight into protest movements and the challenges they face. Some recommendations:
Eyes on the Prize: Canonical series on civil rights movement. Shows how ordinary people created extraordinary change.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGVL...
Eyes on the Prize: Canonical series on civil rights movement. Shows how ordinary people created extraordinary change.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGVL...
Eyes on the Prize | Official Trailer
YouTube video by WORLD
www.youtube.com
February 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM
awesome thread
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this is beautiful, Dr. Kelley
Finding my 3-times great grandfather, Henry Rucker, registering to vote in 1867 was life changing. He did so at great risk to life and livelihood, but he did it anyway.
Honored to commemorate the day that those rights were Constitutionally enshrined, still sacred & paid for at great sacrifice.
Honored to commemorate the day that those rights were Constitutionally enshrined, still sacred & paid for at great sacrifice.
February 3, 2026 at 10:14 PM
this is beautiful, Dr. Kelley
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And another open access article from our most recent issue:
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"'About the New Women'" Seclusion and Schooling in 1920s Afghanistan" by Marya Hannun (@maryahannun.bsky.social)
muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
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"'About the New Women'" Seclusion and Schooling in 1920s Afghanistan" by Marya Hannun (@maryahannun.bsky.social)
muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
February 2, 2026 at 9:13 PM
And another open access article from our most recent issue:
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"'About the New Women'" Seclusion and Schooling in 1920s Afghanistan" by Marya Hannun (@maryahannun.bsky.social)
muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
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"'About the New Women'" Seclusion and Schooling in 1920s Afghanistan" by Marya Hannun (@maryahannun.bsky.social)
muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
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Check out this open access article from our latest issue:
"Historicizing the Emotional Experiences of Family Violence" by Katrine Rønsig Larsen and Karen Vallgårda (@kvallgarda.bsky.social) is available to read now: muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
"Historicizing the Emotional Experiences of Family Violence" by Katrine Rønsig Larsen and Karen Vallgårda (@kvallgarda.bsky.social) is available to read now: muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
February 2, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Check out this open access article from our latest issue:
"Historicizing the Emotional Experiences of Family Violence" by Katrine Rønsig Larsen and Karen Vallgårda (@kvallgarda.bsky.social) is available to read now: muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
"Historicizing the Emotional Experiences of Family Violence" by Katrine Rønsig Larsen and Karen Vallgårda (@kvallgarda.bsky.social) is available to read now: muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl...
If the SC is family then that would make Roberts the patriarch, which is something he would very much like
February 2, 2026 at 7:11 PM
If the SC is family then that would make Roberts the patriarch, which is something he would very much like
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How about an online museum of exhibits banned from public museums, parks, and buildings?
January 31, 2026 at 7:39 PM
How about an online museum of exhibits banned from public museums, parks, and buildings?
This is definitely worth remembering
Nixon’s AG John Mitchell went to prison. Just saying.
After a magistrate judge left AG Pam Bondi furious by rejecting a criminal complaint against Lemon on January 18, she tried to get her revenge Friday morning.
But only a few hours later, the DOJ’s case is falling apart as prosecutors in both Minnesota and LA refuse to get involved. trib.al/eCVhESB
But only a few hours later, the DOJ’s case is falling apart as prosecutors in both Minnesota and LA refuse to get involved. trib.al/eCVhESB
January 30, 2026 at 9:14 PM
This is definitely worth remembering
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History rhyming: Today's Minneapolis general strike is not a first for Minneapolis, as I'm sure I'm not the first to notice: www.leftvoice.org/revolutionar...
Revolutionary Teamsters: Remembering the 1934 Minneapolis General Strike - Left Voice
On January 23, working people in Minnesota will shut it all down to demand ICE out of our communities and justice for Renee Nicole Good. Unions must mobilize, as they did in 1934, to harness the power...
www.leftvoice.org
January 29, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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"in theater" is an expression that has no place anywhere within the United States. "In theater" means in a war.
Q: Can you be specific about how many ICE and CBP agents are currently operating in the state?
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
January 29, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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It’s not always easy to speak truth to power. More often than not, it’s downright dangerous. But history shows us when enough of us do it, we are unstoppable. In 1963 Fannie Lou Hamer shared just how scared she was in her fight for freedom, but her commitment to doing it anyway.
January 26, 2026 at 6:26 PM
It’s not always easy to speak truth to power. More often than not, it’s downright dangerous. But history shows us when enough of us do it, we are unstoppable. In 1963 Fannie Lou Hamer shared just how scared she was in her fight for freedom, but her commitment to doing it anyway.
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We’re celebrating America 250 by re-enacting it. Except it’s not weekend dads at a park.
New at The Watch:
I dug into archival witness accounts of the British siege of Boston prior to the American Revolution.
They are remarkably similar to what we're seeing in Minneapolis.
open.substack.com/pub/radleyba...
I dug into archival witness accounts of the British siege of Boston prior to the American Revolution.
They are remarkably similar to what we're seeing in Minneapolis.
open.substack.com/pub/radleyba...
Two cities under siege
Remarkably similar scenes from Boston and Minneapolis, 260 years apart, show a federal government betraying its founding principles.
open.substack.com
January 26, 2026 at 6:51 PM
We’re celebrating America 250 by re-enacting it. Except it’s not weekend dads at a park.
Way to read the room, Chuck
Senate Democrats will not provide the votes to proceed to the appropriations bill if the DHS funding bill is included.
January 25, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Way to read the room, Chuck
Mrs. Viola Liuzzo left 5 kids to travel to the deep south to drive Black voters to the polls and was shot and killed by other Americans.
@jelaniya.bsky.social: From Selma to Minneapolis. On MLK Day, the death of Renee Good calls to mind another woman who died protesting for the rights of others. www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...
January 24, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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🇬🇧 WATCH: “How dare he say this? A man who dodged the draft. Absolute disgrace.”
UK soldiers who served alongside us and mothers of the fallen react to Trump disparaging their sacrifice to denigrate NATO. (H/T @lbc.co.uk @mrjamesob.bsky.social )
Putin is pleased.
UK soldiers who served alongside us and mothers of the fallen react to Trump disparaging their sacrifice to denigrate NATO. (H/T @lbc.co.uk @mrjamesob.bsky.social )
Putin is pleased.
January 23, 2026 at 4:40 PM
🇬🇧 WATCH: “How dare he say this? A man who dodged the draft. Absolute disgrace.”
UK soldiers who served alongside us and mothers of the fallen react to Trump disparaging their sacrifice to denigrate NATO. (H/T @lbc.co.uk @mrjamesob.bsky.social )
Putin is pleased.
UK soldiers who served alongside us and mothers of the fallen react to Trump disparaging their sacrifice to denigrate NATO. (H/T @lbc.co.uk @mrjamesob.bsky.social )
Putin is pleased.
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Ha, you thought I wouldn't repost because there's no alt? Handled.
January 23, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Ha, you thought I wouldn't repost because there's no alt? Handled.
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I wish I could remember who said they wish they had cultural power but they're trying to use political power in its place. They can remove the signs. They cannot remove all the histories, primary documents, and collective knowledge of the past, and their attacks underscore why these things matter.
Signs about the history of slavery in the U.S. and the 9 people George Washington enslaved are being removed right now at the President’s House Site in Philadelphia, across from Independence Hall, months after the Trump administration threatend to do so.
How far we have not come in 250 years.
How far we have not come in 250 years.
January 22, 2026 at 11:15 PM
I wish I could remember who said they wish they had cultural power but they're trying to use political power in its place. They can remove the signs. They cannot remove all the histories, primary documents, and collective knowledge of the past, and their attacks underscore why these things matter.
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U.S. Court of Appeals Rules Restaurants Can Bar Black People in Nation’s Capital
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Jan. 22, 1953 | U.S. Court of Appeals Rules Restaurants Can Bar Black People in Nation’s Capital
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:32 PM
U.S. Court of Appeals Rules Restaurants Can Bar Black People in Nation’s Capital
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