Steph the Bard
@stephthebard.bsky.social
She/Her • 40 • Writer • Sapphic Demi • Paladin of Story • Autistic • CPTSD • Giant Nerd • Yeet Bigots & TERFS
🔞 I am known to be vulgar
Banner image by @LettersAndLines
🔞 I am known to be vulgar
Banner image by @LettersAndLines
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Linda Davis was killed by ICE today. A Black woman, a beloved teacher, killed by ICE in Savannah, Georgia.
Her name is Linda Davis and she was killed by our government.
Her name is Linda Davis and she was killed by our government.
ICE killed a teacher in Georgia today when they chose to chase a man who posed no danger and had no criminal history.
Savannah teacher killed in crash by man fleeing from ICE
According to the Chatham County Police Department, Monday morning’s fatal crash was the result of a chase between Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and a suspect.
www.wtoc.com
February 17, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Linda Davis was killed by ICE today. A Black woman, a beloved teacher, killed by ICE in Savannah, Georgia.
Her name is Linda Davis and she was killed by our government.
Her name is Linda Davis and she was killed by our government.
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We need to stop talking about poverty like it's just money.
Money/Currency is just one of the three main resource types. The other two are Effort and Time.
Poor people (like me) aren't just poor in funds. We're short on time and energy too. If you lack 1, the other 2 can cover. But lack all 3?
Money/Currency is just one of the three main resource types. The other two are Effort and Time.
Poor people (like me) aren't just poor in funds. We're short on time and energy too. If you lack 1, the other 2 can cover. But lack all 3?
February 18, 2026 at 1:57 AM
We need to stop talking about poverty like it's just money.
Money/Currency is just one of the three main resource types. The other two are Effort and Time.
Poor people (like me) aren't just poor in funds. We're short on time and energy too. If you lack 1, the other 2 can cover. But lack all 3?
Money/Currency is just one of the three main resource types. The other two are Effort and Time.
Poor people (like me) aren't just poor in funds. We're short on time and energy too. If you lack 1, the other 2 can cover. But lack all 3?
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We are starting! I haven't been on a stream in a hot minute! Tonight I'm designing a game with @thismaybegraham.bsky.social and @annethegnome.bsky.social!
www.twitch.tv/gnome_anne
www.twitch.tv/gnome_anne
February 18, 2026 at 1:57 AM
We are starting! I haven't been on a stream in a hot minute! Tonight I'm designing a game with @thismaybegraham.bsky.social and @annethegnome.bsky.social!
www.twitch.tv/gnome_anne
www.twitch.tv/gnome_anne
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Wisconsin is about to ban VPN use for "material harmful to minors," part of a larger bill age-verification bill.
The final vote is tomorrow.
If you're based in WI, or have fans or friends who are, have them contact their legislator NOW.
www.defendonlineprivacy.com/wi/action.php
The final vote is tomorrow.
If you're based in WI, or have fans or friends who are, have them contact their legislator NOW.
www.defendonlineprivacy.com/wi/action.php
February 17, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Wisconsin is about to ban VPN use for "material harmful to minors," part of a larger bill age-verification bill.
The final vote is tomorrow.
If you're based in WI, or have fans or friends who are, have them contact their legislator NOW.
www.defendonlineprivacy.com/wi/action.php
The final vote is tomorrow.
If you're based in WI, or have fans or friends who are, have them contact their legislator NOW.
www.defendonlineprivacy.com/wi/action.php
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India's government launched a Vibrant Villages Programme almost four years ago. But as China steadily builds up its side, Indian residents wonder what's taking so long. n.pr/4alUgen
India has long promised 'vibrant' border villages, as China speedily builds up
India's government launched a Vibrant Villages Programme almost four years ago. But as China steadily builds up its side, Indian residents wonder what's taking so long.
n.pr
February 18, 2026 at 1:05 AM
India's government launched a Vibrant Villages Programme almost four years ago. But as China steadily builds up its side, Indian residents wonder what's taking so long. n.pr/4alUgen
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FIRE HORMSE SAYS HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR 🧧 🫶🏼
February 17, 2026 at 4:10 AM
FIRE HORMSE SAYS HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR 🧧 🫶🏼
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1 reason why I get so angry at anti-trans "safety in women's sports" people is NONE of them do SHIT or say ANYTHING about actual safety in womens sport. There are ongoing histories and challenges and abuses in sport, and folks are more than welcome to pay attention, and give a damn. But they don't.
December 16, 2025 at 5:50 PM
1 reason why I get so angry at anti-trans "safety in women's sports" people is NONE of them do SHIT or say ANYTHING about actual safety in womens sport. There are ongoing histories and challenges and abuses in sport, and folks are more than welcome to pay attention, and give a damn. But they don't.
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funny how you can meet someone randomly online and they become such an important part of your life
February 16, 2026 at 10:38 AM
funny how you can meet someone randomly online and they become such an important part of your life
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The First Amendment protects your right to record government officials performing their duties in public.
This applies to ICE agents, police, FBI, National Guard troops, and any other government officials.
Learn more at aclu.org/kyr_record-
This applies to ICE agents, police, FBI, National Guard troops, and any other government officials.
Learn more at aclu.org/kyr_record-
February 18, 2026 at 1:09 AM
The First Amendment protects your right to record government officials performing their duties in public.
This applies to ICE agents, police, FBI, National Guard troops, and any other government officials.
Learn more at aclu.org/kyr_record-
This applies to ICE agents, police, FBI, National Guard troops, and any other government officials.
Learn more at aclu.org/kyr_record-
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People who immigrate to the U.S. come here to find safety and opportunity and contribute to our communities.
We should be welcomed with dignity, not demonized.
We should be welcomed with dignity, not demonized.
February 17, 2026 at 8:26 PM
People who immigrate to the U.S. come here to find safety and opportunity and contribute to our communities.
We should be welcomed with dignity, not demonized.
We should be welcomed with dignity, not demonized.
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There is no drawdown. There is no retreat. ICE is just redistributing their assets to better avoid accountability.
The same day DHS announced the surge would end in Minnesota, ICE activity increased in small towns
The less densely populated areas outside the Twin Cities make it harder for protesters and observers to organize.
www.theverge.com
February 17, 2026 at 4:26 PM
There is no drawdown. There is no retreat. ICE is just redistributing their assets to better avoid accountability.
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I can’t help thinking there’s so much money changing hands wrt ICE detention that there aren’t even enough investigative reporters to track
www.michiganpublic.org/criminal-jus...
www.michiganpublic.org/criminal-jus...
Michigan ICE detention center owner reports $254 million profit, record new business in 2025
The company that owns Michigan’s North Lake Processing Center, the largest immigration detention facility in the Midwest, reported $254 million in profit last year, up nearly 700 percent from $32 mill...
www.michiganpublic.org
February 17, 2026 at 7:08 PM
I can’t help thinking there’s so much money changing hands wrt ICE detention that there aren’t even enough investigative reporters to track
www.michiganpublic.org/criminal-jus...
www.michiganpublic.org/criminal-jus...
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Judge says Trump administration has made 'one empty threat after another' to deport Salvadoran national to Africa https://aje.news/tdgb00
February 17, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Judge says Trump administration has made 'one empty threat after another' to deport Salvadoran national to Africa https://aje.news/tdgb00
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I'm going to do my best, to win the heart of Anthea (but like if you want to help and donate an advantage or two to Giorgos I would be grateful)
TOMORROW NIGHT
Love After Life DEBUTS in glorious fashion! Six contestants enter Anthea's mansion, but only one can win her heart for all eternity
Love After Life, a reality dating competition show raising funds for Planned Parenthood, goes LIVE TOMORROW at 5:30pm PT!
A CAN'T MISS EVENT!
Love After Life DEBUTS in glorious fashion! Six contestants enter Anthea's mansion, but only one can win her heart for all eternity
Love After Life, a reality dating competition show raising funds for Planned Parenthood, goes LIVE TOMORROW at 5:30pm PT!
A CAN'T MISS EVENT!
February 17, 2026 at 8:30 PM
I'm going to do my best, to win the heart of Anthea (but like if you want to help and donate an advantage or two to Giorgos I would be grateful)
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It's kinda amazing that Kubrick's 1999 film 'Eyes Wide Shut' was about a group of billionaires indulge in parties based on human trafficking and sexual abuse, and have done for decades. And that nowadays, with the details in Epstein's list, we kinda can't look at this movie in the same light.
February 17, 2026 at 8:31 PM
It's kinda amazing that Kubrick's 1999 film 'Eyes Wide Shut' was about a group of billionaires indulge in parties based on human trafficking and sexual abuse, and have done for decades. And that nowadays, with the details in Epstein's list, we kinda can't look at this movie in the same light.
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the organisers of this project have put a truly enormous amount of work into it & are doing even more as they revise & plan for a print edition! their goal is to get physical books to people at cost & keep the PDF free. give this project a follow to help support the launch of the fundraiser!
February 17, 2026 at 7:26 PM
the organisers of this project have put a truly enormous amount of work into it & are doing even more as they revise & plan for a print edition! their goal is to get physical books to people at cost & keep the PDF free. give this project a follow to help support the launch of the fundraiser!
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Just in: 50 parents and transgender activists have blockaded the HHS Building in protest of sweeping new rules that could ban trans youth nationwide.
24 were then arrested.
This is the kind of action we need.
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24 were then arrested.
This is the kind of action we need.
Subscribe to support our journalism.
24 Parents And Activists Blockade HHS Headquarters In Protest Against New Trans Youth Care Ban, Arrested
The protestors blocked entrance to the Department of Health and Human Services headquarters to protest a rule that could eliminate trans youth care nationwide.
www.erininthemorning.com
February 17, 2026 at 8:10 PM
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Hello beautiful people, we interpret our normally scheduled BHM programing to announce we are launching our recruitment for Women's History Month!
GM and/or panel leads: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Volunteer: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
GM and/or panel leads: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Volunteer: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
February 17, 2026 at 3:42 AM
Hello beautiful people, we interpret our normally scheduled BHM programing to announce we are launching our recruitment for Women's History Month!
GM and/or panel leads: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Volunteer: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
GM and/or panel leads: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Volunteer: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Happy #BHM2026 to all our brothers, sisters, non-binary siblings!
All month long we are raising funds for the Lavender Rights Project; a Black Trans feminist organization committed to dismantling oppressive systems that disproportionately harm Black communities.
tiltify.com/@apochromati...
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All month long we are raising funds for the Lavender Rights Project; a Black Trans feminist organization committed to dismantling oppressive systems that disproportionately harm Black communities.
tiltify.com/@apochromati...
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February 2, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Happy #BHM2026 to all our brothers, sisters, non-binary siblings!
All month long we are raising funds for the Lavender Rights Project; a Black Trans feminist organization committed to dismantling oppressive systems that disproportionately harm Black communities.
tiltify.com/@apochromati...
1/4
All month long we are raising funds for the Lavender Rights Project; a Black Trans feminist organization committed to dismantling oppressive systems that disproportionately harm Black communities.
tiltify.com/@apochromati...
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jesse jackson was constantly played as a punchline on 90s late-night TV to the point that i didn't understand his history of activism and serious left-leaning political platform until i was much older. i have to think, to some degree, that was on purpose.
February 17, 2026 at 3:40 PM
jesse jackson was constantly played as a punchline on 90s late-night TV to the point that i didn't understand his history of activism and serious left-leaning political platform until i was much older. i have to think, to some degree, that was on purpose.
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It is genuinely astounding to me that folks don't understand that forced sterilization is also eugenics... And you know who was the most impacted by that, whether they were disabled or not? BLACK FOLKS, INDIGENOUS FOLKS, AND OTHER PEOPLE OF COLOR. If you defend it in any capacity, you're racist too.
February 16, 2026 at 5:36 PM
It is genuinely astounding to me that folks don't understand that forced sterilization is also eugenics... And you know who was the most impacted by that, whether they were disabled or not? BLACK FOLKS, INDIGENOUS FOLKS, AND OTHER PEOPLE OF COLOR. If you defend it in any capacity, you're racist too.
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Hey, listen!
Want a chance at a free, four day badge to #PAXEast Then head over to Gleam and enter!
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Thanks to #PAXEast and #StridePR for the opportunity to do this giveaway!
Want a chance at a free, four day badge to #PAXEast Then head over to Gleam and enter!
gleam.io/8sfHm/pax-ea...
Thanks to #PAXEast and #StridePR for the opportunity to do this giveaway!
February 17, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Hey, listen!
Want a chance at a free, four day badge to #PAXEast Then head over to Gleam and enter!
gleam.io/8sfHm/pax-ea...
Thanks to #PAXEast and #StridePR for the opportunity to do this giveaway!
Want a chance at a free, four day badge to #PAXEast Then head over to Gleam and enter!
gleam.io/8sfHm/pax-ea...
Thanks to #PAXEast and #StridePR for the opportunity to do this giveaway!
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I'm specifically looking for remote work, open to full time, part time or contract, in anything related to narrative, accessibility and also social media or community management, which I also have extensive experience in with excellent references. Thank you so much for sharing & sending support.
Hey y'all, I'm a Black narrative designer, writer, editor & consultant who was impacted by layoffs last year. I'm available for immediate work in comics, books and games!
Website: www.jayjustice.net
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jay-justi...
Direct Support: ko-fi.com/thatjayjustice
Website: www.jayjustice.net
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jay-justi...
Direct Support: ko-fi.com/thatjayjustice
February 14, 2026 at 4:25 PM
I'm specifically looking for remote work, open to full time, part time or contract, in anything related to narrative, accessibility and also social media or community management, which I also have extensive experience in with excellent references. Thank you so much for sharing & sending support.
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The Forgotten Occupation, an amazing documentary about the American occupation of Haiti, is now available to rent or buy; you can find it on Vimeo, Google Play, Amazon, YouTube, and pretty much anywhere you like to watch films : tv.apple.com/us/movie/the...
The Forgotten Occupation: Jim Crow Goes to Haiti - Apple TV
What happens when the oppressor becomes your salvation? Through a letter to his grandfather, a Haitian filmmaker revisits the U.S. occupation of Haiti…
tv.apple.com
February 17, 2026 at 8:34 PM
The Forgotten Occupation, an amazing documentary about the American occupation of Haiti, is now available to rent or buy; you can find it on Vimeo, Google Play, Amazon, YouTube, and pretty much anywhere you like to watch films : tv.apple.com/us/movie/the...