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Gay cat dad-West Virginia Democrat; liberal not progressive
Same
And let me be clear -- I wish on JK Rowling everything that she wishes upon trans people.
August 20, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Same
After significant public outcry, the Texas Senate left House Bill 3225 pending on the floor during the 2025 legislative session.
The identical Senate Bill 2101 was similarly left pending in committee.
www.everylibrary.org/texas2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
The identical Senate Bill 2101 was similarly left pending in committee.
www.everylibrary.org/texas2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
The Partnership that Saved Public Libraries in Texas
After significant public outcry, the Texas Senate left House Bill 3225 pending on the floor during the 2025 legislative session. The identical Senate Bill 2101 was similarly left pending in committee.
www.everylibrary.org
June 21, 2025 at 7:42 PM
After significant public outcry, the Texas Senate left House Bill 3225 pending on the floor during the 2025 legislative session.
The identical Senate Bill 2101 was similarly left pending in committee.
www.everylibrary.org/texas2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
The identical Senate Bill 2101 was similarly left pending in committee.
www.everylibrary.org/texas2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social
With so much attention focused on the threats to IMLS and libraries in the federal budget, we can’t lose sight of what is happening at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).
action.everylibrary.org/nara2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social #library #libraries
action.everylibrary.org/nara2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social #library #libraries
National Archives and Records Administration Should Never be Politicized.
The cuts to NARA will first impact public-facing services.
action.everylibrary.org
June 21, 2025 at 7:40 PM
With so much attention focused on the threats to IMLS and libraries in the federal budget, we can’t lose sight of what is happening at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).
action.everylibrary.org/nara2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social #library #libraries
action.everylibrary.org/nara2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social #library #libraries
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Just as the wealthy have figured out how to insulate themselves from economic recessions caused by their anti-human policies, the Republicans think they've figured out how to localize the terror caused by a conspiratorial/hateful worldview.
Trump Orders ICE Vengeance on ‘No Kings’ Protest Cities
President gives nakedly political order for law enforcement to target Democratic cities.
www.thedailybeast.com
June 16, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Just as the wealthy have figured out how to insulate themselves from economic recessions caused by their anti-human policies, the Republicans think they've figured out how to localize the terror caused by a conspiratorial/hateful worldview.
In Huntington Beach, the message from the community is loud and clear: libraries belong to the people, not to politicians.
www.everylibrary.org/huntingtonwin via @everylibrary.bsky.social
www.everylibrary.org/huntingtonwin via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Your Support Help Defeat a MAGA Takeover of the Huntington Beach Library
Thank you so much for your support!
www.everylibrary.org
June 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In Huntington Beach, the message from the community is loud and clear: libraries belong to the people, not to politicians.
www.everylibrary.org/huntingtonwin via @everylibrary.bsky.social
www.everylibrary.org/huntingtonwin via @everylibrary.bsky.social
This sets an incredible precedent that will allow the state to regulate books and deny you the right to read freely in public libraries.
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The Government Can Now Ban Books It Dislikes.
This court ruling should terrify you.
action.everylibrary.org
June 3, 2025 at 3:16 AM
This sets an incredible precedent that will allow the state to regulate books and deny you the right to read freely in public libraries.
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action.everylibrary.org/governmentdi... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
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If you defend bigots, you are one.
May 29, 2025 at 5:43 PM
If you defend bigots, you are one.
you can register for tickets to trump's military parade-wouldn't it be horrible if people got tickets and didn't show
events.america250.org/events/250th...
events.america250.org/events/250th...
250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade and Celebration
Sign up for a ticket TODAY!
events.america250.org
May 24, 2025 at 11:43 PM
you can register for tickets to trump's military parade-wouldn't it be horrible if people got tickets and didn't show
events.america250.org/events/250th...
events.america250.org/events/250th...
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Welcome to the RFK Jr public health era.
May 11, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Welcome to the RFK Jr public health era.
Trump fired the Librarian of Congress without cause!
Sign the petition to stop Trump's attack on the Library of Congress.
Help show that Americans will not stand for another attack on our library institutions.
action.everylibrary.org/congresshayden via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Sign the petition to stop Trump's attack on the Library of Congress.
Help show that Americans will not stand for another attack on our library institutions.
action.everylibrary.org/congresshayden via @everylibrary.bsky.social
PETITION: Stop Trump's Attack on the Library of Congress
We need to show that Americans will not stand for yet another attack on our institutions. Sign the petition today!
action.everylibrary.org
May 9, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Trump fired the Librarian of Congress without cause!
Sign the petition to stop Trump's attack on the Library of Congress.
Help show that Americans will not stand for another attack on our library institutions.
action.everylibrary.org/congresshayden via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Sign the petition to stop Trump's attack on the Library of Congress.
Help show that Americans will not stand for another attack on our library institutions.
action.everylibrary.org/congresshayden via @everylibrary.bsky.social
On May 2, 2025, the Trump Administration released its FY2026 federal budget proposal.
On page 39 he calls for the complete elimination of the only federal agency dedicated solely to supporting America’s libraries and museums.
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On page 39 he calls for the complete elimination of the only federal agency dedicated solely to supporting America’s libraries and museums.
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SIGN THE PETITION: Stand Against Trump's Budget Proposal to Defund IMLS.
Trump is more emboldened than ever to destroy library funding. We need you to take action today!
bit.ly
May 6, 2025 at 7:49 PM
On May 2, 2025, the Trump Administration released its FY2026 federal budget proposal.
On page 39 he calls for the complete elimination of the only federal agency dedicated solely to supporting America’s libraries and museums.
bit.ly/4cXcPFj via @everylibrary.bsky.social
On page 39 he calls for the complete elimination of the only federal agency dedicated solely to supporting America’s libraries and museums.
bit.ly/4cXcPFj via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Nearly 400 books, including works by Maya Angelou, Ibram X. Kendi, and authors documenting the Holocaust were removed from the Naval Academy’s Nimitz Library under orders from the Defense Secretary.
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action.everylibrary.org/dodschools via @everylibrary.bsky.social
PETITION: Support the Right to Read in Defense Department Schools and Academies
Military students deserve the rights they or their families are fighting for.
action.everylibrary.org
May 2, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Nearly 400 books, including works by Maya Angelou, Ibram X. Kendi, and authors documenting the Holocaust were removed from the Naval Academy’s Nimitz Library under orders from the Defense Secretary.
action.everylibrary.org/dodschools via @everylibrary.bsky.social
action.everylibrary.org/dodschools via @everylibrary.bsky.social
The Trump Administration is desperate to have this case dismissed
www.everylibrary.org/trump_imls_e... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
www.everylibrary.org/trump_imls_e... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
STATEMENT: Federal Funding for Libraries Makes its Case in Court
The Trump Administration is attempting to have this case dismissed based on standing.
www.everylibrary.org
April 30, 2025 at 10:28 PM
The Trump Administration is desperate to have this case dismissed
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www.everylibrary.org/trump_imls_e... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
There is a well-established link between low literacy, dropout rates, and criminal behavior, and federal funding for libraries helps increase literacy rates in prisons across the country.
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Federal Funding for Libraries Helps Reduce Recidivism
Trump is destroying Federal Funding for libraries through the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
bit.ly
April 30, 2025 at 10:27 PM
There is a well-established link between low literacy, dropout rates, and criminal behavior, and federal funding for libraries helps increase literacy rates in prisons across the country.
bit.ly/42tpUTj via @everylibrary.bsky.social
bit.ly/42tpUTj via @everylibrary.bsky.social
After months of organizing, advocacy, and coalition-building in North Dakota, Senate Bill 2307 has finally been defeated.
bit.ly/4d2yhZO via @everylibrary.bsky.social
bit.ly/4d2yhZO via @everylibrary.bsky.social
How EveryLibrary Helped Right to Read North Dakota Defeat SB 2307
Why It Matters for the Future of Library Advocacy
bit.ly
April 30, 2025 at 10:27 PM
After months of organizing, advocacy, and coalition-building in North Dakota, Senate Bill 2307 has finally been defeated.
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bit.ly/4d2yhZO via @everylibrary.bsky.social
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That's how we SHOULD react.
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Use ICE Memo to justify permanent no knock option with charges for anyone resisting in any way. Use GOP House to block any investigations/info. Arrest judges & claim their Left. Use USPS police as person ICE/police.
They are coming
www.newsweek.com/donald-trump...
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Use ICE Memo to justify permanent no knock option with charges for anyone resisting in any way. Use GOP House to block any investigations/info. Arrest judges & claim their Left. Use USPS police as person ICE/police.
They are coming
www.newsweek.com/donald-trump...
Donald Trump's new order sparks "martial law" concerns
A new executive order has raised fears of "martial law" as it would facilitate an increase in military equipment for law enforcement.
www.newsweek.com
April 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM
That's how we SHOULD react.
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Use ICE Memo to justify permanent no knock option with charges for anyone resisting in any way. Use GOP House to block any investigations/info. Arrest judges & claim their Left. Use USPS police as person ICE/police.
They are coming
www.newsweek.com/donald-trump...
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Use ICE Memo to justify permanent no knock option with charges for anyone resisting in any way. Use GOP House to block any investigations/info. Arrest judges & claim their Left. Use USPS police as person ICE/police.
They are coming
www.newsweek.com/donald-trump...
We need people like you to submit letters to the editors of your local newspapers to help us get the word out that we must defend Black History in our libraries, museums, and all sites of our national memory.
bit.ly/42s4d6a via @aapf.bsky.social and @everylibrary.bsky.social
bit.ly/42s4d6a via @aapf.bsky.social and @everylibrary.bsky.social
Write a Letter to the Editor to affirm that Black History is American History
The media and politicians take notice when people take the time to speak up about important community issues like attacks on Black History and Memory.
bit.ly
April 30, 2025 at 9:57 PM
We need people like you to submit letters to the editors of your local newspapers to help us get the word out that we must defend Black History in our libraries, museums, and all sites of our national memory.
bit.ly/42s4d6a via @aapf.bsky.social and @everylibrary.bsky.social
bit.ly/42s4d6a via @aapf.bsky.social and @everylibrary.bsky.social
I got this message when I tried to go to a dot gov page. I thought my security was too high on Chrome so I tried it on Edge. Got the same message. This is disturbing.
April 19, 2025 at 2:04 AM
I got this message when I tried to go to a dot gov page. I thought my security was too high on Chrome so I tried it on Edge. Got the same message. This is disturbing.
We are celebrating a legal victory for students, readers, and the Constitution in Elizabeth, Colorado.
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A Legal Victory for Students, Readers, and the Constitution in Elizabeth, Colorado.
This ruling is not only a win for the students of Elbert County but also reinforces the principle that public schools cannot censor books simply because some individuals disagree with their content.
www.everylibrary.org
April 1, 2025 at 6:08 PM
We are celebrating a legal victory for students, readers, and the Constitution in Elizabeth, Colorado.
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www.everylibrary.org/legalvictory... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
IMLS staff were placed on administrative leave following the Trump Administration’s Executive Order, which eliminated federal funding for libraries.
Take action today!
www.everylibrary.org/statement_im... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Take action today!
www.everylibrary.org/statement_im... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Statement on IMLS Staff Administrative Leave
IMLS is responsible for distributing Federal Funding for libraries.
This action will interrupt IMLS's vital, congressionally funded work. We cannot allow IMLS to be dismantled by executive action.
www.everylibrary.org
March 31, 2025 at 11:44 PM
IMLS staff were placed on administrative leave following the Trump Administration’s Executive Order, which eliminated federal funding for libraries.
Take action today!
www.everylibrary.org/statement_im... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Take action today!
www.everylibrary.org/statement_im... via @everylibrary.bsky.social
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Homosexuality is not a choice, but homophobia is.
March 27, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Homosexuality is not a choice, but homophobia is.