MJSwenson71
@visadiva.bsky.social
Sunshine and snark. Introvert. History nerd, soccer loon, order out of chaos. Mentor. Whovian. #BAONPDX #RCTID
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MJSwenson71
@visadiva.bsky.social
· Nov 11
1/X i know many tried to memory hole 2017-2020 but there are useful lessons to apply to 2025-2028. I'll add as I think of them
Manage your media input. Don't ignore what's going on, but manage how you get your news and shut it off when you need to.
Manage your media input. Don't ignore what's going on, but manage how you get your news and shut it off when you need to.
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Hey Portland peeps: if you know anyone in the real estate community or know someone looking to buy or sell house, please warn them to stay away from Harlan Mayer. He’s a racist, antisemitic asshole who likes leaving shitty misogynist comments about concentration camps on women’s TikTok videos!
December 11, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Hey Portland peeps: if you know anyone in the real estate community or know someone looking to buy or sell house, please warn them to stay away from Harlan Mayer. He’s a racist, antisemitic asshole who likes leaving shitty misogynist comments about concentration camps on women’s TikTok videos!
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PDX Jazz moves to March in 2026 with a deep lineup of jazz and jazz-adjacent acts—St. Vincent to Mavis Staples, Roger Eno to SML. Portland's own Shirley Nanette is this year's "Portland Jazz Master" and Dreckig put in the work opening for Cochemea at Holocene.
PDX Jazz: A 2026 Primer of the Best the Fest Has to Offer
Nolan Parker
www.portlandmercury.com
December 11, 2025 at 4:22 AM
PDX Jazz moves to March in 2026 with a deep lineup of jazz and jazz-adjacent acts—St. Vincent to Mavis Staples, Roger Eno to SML. Portland's own Shirley Nanette is this year's "Portland Jazz Master" and Dreckig put in the work opening for Cochemea at Holocene.
Get your TDAP
Health officials say lower vaccination rates have contributed to the surge in cases.
Oregon sets record for whooping cough cases amid declining vaccination rates
Health officials say lower vaccination rates have contributed to the surge in cases.
www.oregonlive.com
December 11, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Get your TDAP
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December 10, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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If the Timbers win do we get half a percent off our credit card fees?
💣BREAKING: Bank of America has reached a deal with the Portland Timbers to become their new front-of-kit sponsor. Tillamook Creamery will move to the sleeve. #RCTID
December 10, 2025 at 4:19 AM
If the Timbers win do we get half a percent off our credit card fees?
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‘Absolutely appalled’: Judge blasts ICE for failing to feed detainee before court
@oregonian.com
www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...
@oregonian.com
www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...
‘Absolutely appalled’: Judge blasts ICE for failing to feed detainee before court
A federal judge in Eugene ordered the 22-year-old's release on supervision.
www.oregonlive.com
December 9, 2025 at 2:01 AM
‘Absolutely appalled’: Judge blasts ICE for failing to feed detainee before court
@oregonian.com
www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...
@oregonian.com
www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...
Finished our 7v7 season tonight. Bit of a struggle bus for us but managed to do okay overall and no one got hurt.
December 8, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Finished our 7v7 season tonight. Bit of a struggle bus for us but managed to do okay overall and no one got hurt.
If you have $25 to send Keith, you can make the holiday a little better for a foster kiddo
Today is 10% off on gift cards at Target (if you are a target circle member, which doesn’t cost anything)
So here’s $1,500 worth of cards at $25 a pop for teens & kids in foster care in our area, at a discount!
So here’s $1,500 worth of cards at $25 a pop for teens & kids in foster care in our area, at a discount!
December 7, 2025 at 1:12 AM
If you have $25 to send Keith, you can make the holiday a little better for a foster kiddo
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My constituent, Wilmer, was mauled by an ICE attack dog despite the fact that, as he has consistently explained, he was not resisting arrest or trying to flee—his wife and young children, all U.S. citizens, were forced to watch helplessly as Wilmer was violently attacked and dragged away.
December 6, 2025 at 2:41 AM
My constituent, Wilmer, was mauled by an ICE attack dog despite the fact that, as he has consistently explained, he was not resisting arrest or trying to flee—his wife and young children, all U.S. citizens, were forced to watch helplessly as Wilmer was violently attacked and dragged away.
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RAFFLE UPDATE:
• $4,450 donated so far
• NEW PRIZES! - signed @timbers.com 2025 authentic kits & balls (see photos)
• ~ 2 weeks to go for raffle drawing
Let me know if you have questions, thanks to all who are helping with gift cards for foster teens/kids during the holidays!
• $4,450 donated so far
• NEW PRIZES! - signed @timbers.com 2025 authentic kits & balls (see photos)
• ~ 2 weeks to go for raffle drawing
Let me know if you have questions, thanks to all who are helping with gift cards for foster teens/kids during the holidays!
December 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM
RAFFLE UPDATE:
• $4,450 donated so far
• NEW PRIZES! - signed @timbers.com 2025 authentic kits & balls (see photos)
• ~ 2 weeks to go for raffle drawing
Let me know if you have questions, thanks to all who are helping with gift cards for foster teens/kids during the holidays!
• $4,450 donated so far
• NEW PRIZES! - signed @timbers.com 2025 authentic kits & balls (see photos)
• ~ 2 weeks to go for raffle drawing
Let me know if you have questions, thanks to all who are helping with gift cards for foster teens/kids during the holidays!
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A very important thread. When I was probably no more than 10, I saw this picture of the woman known as Harlow in the Philly Inquirer. A little babygay, I was shocked that such a glamour queen could live in my hometown and even more shocked to see her described as "a former man."
December 6, 2025 at 3:33 PM
A very important thread. When I was probably no more than 10, I saw this picture of the woman known as Harlow in the Philly Inquirer. A little babygay, I was shocked that such a glamour queen could live in my hometown and even more shocked to see her described as "a former man."
No thank you
Hiring listings for ICE positions could indicate the federal government plans to launch a detention center in Portland.
Job postings suggest ICE may be eyeing Portland for detention facility
Hiring listings for ICE positions could indicate the federal government plans to launch a detention center in Portland.
www.oregonlive.com
December 6, 2025 at 5:32 AM
No thank you
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Was everyone else aware of Weird Al covering Killing in the Name with Portugal the man?
www.instagram.com/reel/DR2jQf5...
www.instagram.com/reel/DR2jQf5...
BrooklynVegan on Instagram: "Portugal. The Man brought out Weird Al Yankovic at their intimate Music Hall of Williamsburg show on Tuesday night. They've collaborated before, and this time Weird Al joi...
Portugal. The Man's recent performance at Music Hall of Williamsburg was a unique and unforgettable experience with the special appearance of Weird Al Yankovic and Jorma Taccone. The band brought thei...
www.instagram.com
December 6, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Was everyone else aware of Weird Al covering Killing in the Name with Portugal the man?
www.instagram.com/reel/DR2jQf5...
www.instagram.com/reel/DR2jQf5...
I found the No Reservations channel on Roku, and its great to hear Anthony Bourdain again
December 6, 2025 at 2:54 AM
I found the No Reservations channel on Roku, and its great to hear Anthony Bourdain again
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ICE raided a James Beard award winning restaurant & because the chef/owner was prepared, left emptyhanded:
December 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
ICE raided a James Beard award winning restaurant & because the chef/owner was prepared, left emptyhanded:
RFK Stadium raccoons have found a new home
In addition to rum, moonshine and peanut butter whiskey, this raccoon at a Virginia liquor store also got into some vodka and eggnog. If you have not tried it, peanut butter whiskey “is excellent,” a PR manager for the store said. The raccoon apparently agreed. trib.al/XurZIQv
December 3, 2025 at 11:11 PM
RFK Stadium raccoons have found a new home
Still time to donate and the match is still on the table.
RAFFLE UPDATE 12/2/25!
• $3,500 donated so far
• NEW PRIZE! - FREE round trip flight anywhere Alaska Airlines flies (North America/Hawaii/Central America) using my Atmos Miles
•will run raffle on approx 12/20
Let me know if you have questions, or want to participate with a gift!
• $3,500 donated so far
• NEW PRIZE! - FREE round trip flight anywhere Alaska Airlines flies (North America/Hawaii/Central America) using my Atmos Miles
•will run raffle on approx 12/20
Let me know if you have questions, or want to participate with a gift!
ATTN ALL KIND-HEARTED & GENEROUS FOLKS! 🎉❤️
Gloria and I will once again be trying to raise $ to buy as many $25 Target & Fred Meyer gift cards as possible for teens & kids in foster care in our area. They get distributed by the case workers the week before Christmas ++
Gloria and I will once again be trying to raise $ to buy as many $25 Target & Fred Meyer gift cards as possible for teens & kids in foster care in our area. They get distributed by the case workers the week before Christmas ++
December 3, 2025 at 4:25 AM
Still time to donate and the match is still on the table.
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RAFFLE UPDATE 12/2/25!
• $3,500 donated so far
• NEW PRIZE! - FREE round trip flight anywhere Alaska Airlines flies (North America/Hawaii/Central America) using my Atmos Miles
•will run raffle on approx 12/20
Let me know if you have questions, or want to participate with a gift!
• $3,500 donated so far
• NEW PRIZE! - FREE round trip flight anywhere Alaska Airlines flies (North America/Hawaii/Central America) using my Atmos Miles
•will run raffle on approx 12/20
Let me know if you have questions, or want to participate with a gift!
ATTN ALL KIND-HEARTED & GENEROUS FOLKS! 🎉❤️
Gloria and I will once again be trying to raise $ to buy as many $25 Target & Fred Meyer gift cards as possible for teens & kids in foster care in our area. They get distributed by the case workers the week before Christmas ++
Gloria and I will once again be trying to raise $ to buy as many $25 Target & Fred Meyer gift cards as possible for teens & kids in foster care in our area. They get distributed by the case workers the week before Christmas ++
December 3, 2025 at 12:58 AM
RAFFLE UPDATE 12/2/25!
• $3,500 donated so far
• NEW PRIZE! - FREE round trip flight anywhere Alaska Airlines flies (North America/Hawaii/Central America) using my Atmos Miles
•will run raffle on approx 12/20
Let me know if you have questions, or want to participate with a gift!
• $3,500 donated so far
• NEW PRIZE! - FREE round trip flight anywhere Alaska Airlines flies (North America/Hawaii/Central America) using my Atmos Miles
•will run raffle on approx 12/20
Let me know if you have questions, or want to participate with a gift!
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TODAY IS THE DAY!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
December 2, 2025 at 11:59 AM
TODAY IS THE DAY!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
GET OUT AND VOTE. Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM
WE GOT THIS!!!!!!
We need better effigies at US protests, along with more clergy
Thousands of demonstrators including from the dominant Roman Catholic church clergy are protesting in the Philippines, calling for the swift prosecution of top legislators. n.pr/48brg8f
Thousands in Philippines protest corruption, demand return of stolen funds
Thousands of demonstrators including from the dominant Roman Catholic church clergy are protesting in the Philippines, calling for the swift prosecution of top legislators.
n.pr
December 1, 2025 at 4:14 AM
We need better effigies at US protests, along with more clergy
Go get vaccinated. No prescription needed.
Oregon Health Authority Communicable Disease and Immunization Medical Director Howard Chiou told OPB that around 9% of Oregonians, or 360,000 people, had received this season’s COVID-19 vaccine. Chiou said that figure is 21% lower than this time last year.
Oregon’s COVID-19 vaccine rate is 21% lower than this time last year
Rates for both COVID-19 and flu immunization are down heading into the holiday season.
www.opb.org
November 30, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Go get vaccinated. No prescription needed.
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HOW TO HELP FLIP THE 7TH
As we head into the final few days of the campaign, join #TeamAftyn for phonebanking and canvassing opportunities every day!
{sign up via the link in our BIO}
As we head into the final few days of the campaign, join #TeamAftyn for phonebanking and canvassing opportunities every day!
{sign up via the link in our BIO}
November 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
HOW TO HELP FLIP THE 7TH
As we head into the final few days of the campaign, join #TeamAftyn for phonebanking and canvassing opportunities every day!
{sign up via the link in our BIO}
As we head into the final few days of the campaign, join #TeamAftyn for phonebanking and canvassing opportunities every day!
{sign up via the link in our BIO}
SD coach to the substitute keeper:
a man wearing a black hat that says wayne 's world gives two thumbs up
Alt: a man wearing a black hat that says wayne 's world gives two thumbs up
media.tenor.com
November 30, 2025 at 3:55 AM
SD coach to the substitute keeper:
Spent some time at the Portland Art Museum today. The new Rothko Pavilion really opens up the space and there is so much on display now. I got art'ed out and will need to go back.
November 29, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Spent some time at the Portland Art Museum today. The new Rothko Pavilion really opens up the space and there is so much on display now. I got art'ed out and will need to go back.
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RAFFLE UPDATE:
We are over the $3,000 mark - thanks to all who have participated thus far!
MATCHING CHALLENGE:
Thanks so much to my generous friend @visadiva.bsky.social , who will match the next $500 in gifts!
I’ve got more raffle prizes, I just need photos of them first 😂
We are over the $3,000 mark - thanks to all who have participated thus far!
MATCHING CHALLENGE:
Thanks so much to my generous friend @visadiva.bsky.social , who will match the next $500 in gifts!
I’ve got more raffle prizes, I just need photos of them first 😂
ATTN ALL KIND-HEARTED & GENEROUS FOLKS! 🎉❤️
Gloria and I will once again be trying to raise $ to buy as many $25 Target & Fred Meyer gift cards as possible for teens & kids in foster care in our area. They get distributed by the case workers the week before Christmas ++
Gloria and I will once again be trying to raise $ to buy as many $25 Target & Fred Meyer gift cards as possible for teens & kids in foster care in our area. They get distributed by the case workers the week before Christmas ++
November 29, 2025 at 6:24 PM
RAFFLE UPDATE:
We are over the $3,000 mark - thanks to all who have participated thus far!
MATCHING CHALLENGE:
Thanks so much to my generous friend @visadiva.bsky.social , who will match the next $500 in gifts!
I’ve got more raffle prizes, I just need photos of them first 😂
We are over the $3,000 mark - thanks to all who have participated thus far!
MATCHING CHALLENGE:
Thanks so much to my generous friend @visadiva.bsky.social , who will match the next $500 in gifts!
I’ve got more raffle prizes, I just need photos of them first 😂