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Carlos Avila

@echoparkvato.bsky.social

340 followers 290 following 110 posts

Writer / Director. Grimm, Cold Case, Tales of Masked Men, Foto-Novelas, Price of Glory, The Kill Floor. Soon: Last Band Standing. Peru / Mexico. Echo Park, CA raised. Proud immigrant. www.carlosaviladirector.com

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Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 23h

Latina Equal Pay Day 2025! Let’s pay them what they’re worth. ✊🏽🔥❤️
#latinaequalpayday
#latinaequalpayday2025

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 1d

I love Portland. SO ridiculous that this is happening.

Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 1d

Update from the war zone in Portland.

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 1d

You won’t be disappointed. Jacob Elordi gives a very moving performance.

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 1d

We missed those! But the tiramisu was delicious! 😀

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 1d

Be sure to see ‘Frankenstein’ from modern master Guillermo Del Toro when it hits theaters. A beautiful reinterpretation of the classic story. We were able to attend the Los Angeles premiere last night. @kristenklopez.bsky.social, lovely to meet you!

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America's Voice @americasvoice.bsky.social · 2d

“No one can ever take away or erase our mark.” — Bad Bunny, during his SNL opening monologue.

Latinos have built this country, opened doors, and shaped its future. Their contributions aren’t just part of America’s story — they are America’s story.

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Jenn Budd @jennbudd.bsky.social · 7d

Drawing of ICE agents with guns drawn on people saying, “We are keeping you safe.

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Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 9d

Been there. Shake it off. Suerte!

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 13d

Let’s get this a-hole fired…

Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 13d

FUCK ICE

Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social · 13d

I was back at 26 Federal Plaza today, where an ICE agent violently threw this bereft woman to the ground in front of her kids. She had not touched him. She did not pose any threat. She had to be taken to the hospital. (🎥: Elias Eliahu)

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 14d

This was hilarious and poignant. Cristela is a wonderful storyteller and performer. Just dropped on Netflix. Brava!
#cristelaalonzo

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MSNBC @msnbc.com · 18d

EXCLUSIVE: Tom Homan was investigated for accepting $50,000 from undercover FBI agents. Trump's DOJ shut it down.

Tom Homan was investigated for accepting $50,000 from undercover FBI agents. Trump's DOJ shut it down.

The FBI and Justice officials closed the investigation, which a Justice Department appointee had called a “deep state” probe in early 2025.

www.msnbc.com

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 19d

Remember that every authoritarian action Trump is taking must be understood against the backdrop of his declining popularity.

He feigns strength, but the reality is that he's operating from a place of weakness.

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Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 21d

Agreed.

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · 22d

❤️🙏🏼🥺

Emma Roller @emmaroller.bsky.social · 22d

Just gonna pretend the flags at half mast are for Robert Redford

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · Sep 8

Yes, let's celebrate Carlos Alcaraz's great victory by singing the praises of the other guy.... Sure, makes sense... 🤷‍♂️

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Anonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · Sep 3

Trump murdered 11 civilians, whether they were involved in organized crime or not, doesn't take away their human rights. Trump murdered those people and released the video to boast about it. It's not law enforcement or legal military action, it is simply premeditated murder.

11 civilians murdered by the US military with a missile, premeditated murder for foreign citizens.

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Zinn Education Project @zinnedproject.bsky.social · Sep 1

#LaborDay is a time to remind ourselves of the importance of solidarity — that progress comes when people recognize that we need each other and organize together.

We offer free lessons on labor history #FreedomtoLearn ⬇️

Art by @rlmartstudio.bsky.social
www.zinnedproject.org/news/labor-h...

Labor History Censored on Labor Day

Lessons, books, articles, films, and upcoming events on labor history.

www.zinnedproject.org

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Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · Sep 1

a person is covering their face with their hands and says `` happy fantastic birthday ! ''

ALT: a person is covering their face with their hands and says `` happy fantastic birthday ! ''

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Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · Aug 29

Remembering slain L.A.Times journalist Ruben Salazar who once said, ‘They don’t want the press to rock the boat. And I think it’s the press’s obligation to rock the boat.’
#rubensalazar
#freepress

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · Aug 15

Hamburger Habit, please.

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · Aug 15

Local Hero (1983)

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Aug 13

The White House is launching a review of Smithsonian museums to ensure alignment with President Trump’s view of American history.

Authoritarians know that if they can convince us our country has never been wrong, they can make us believe our ruler is always right.

Be warned.

Why Does Trump Hate Sesame Street?

Robert Reich

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Zach Everson @zacheverson.com · Aug 11

💰 The New Yorker puts a number on it—

$3.4 billion

That’s how much Trump & his family have profited from his presidency, estimates David Kirkpatrick.

(Mentions my reporting too.)

www.newyorker.com/magazine/202...

How Much Is Trump Profiting Off the Presidency?

A comprehensive estimate of how much Trump and his family are making, from hotel mega-deals to crypto schemes, has been elusive—until now.

www.newyorker.com

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Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · Aug 11

If you’re in Los Angeles, don’t miss this! 🔥🎸
#latinrock
#eastla
#eastlosangeles

Carlos Avila @echoparkvato.bsky.social · Aug 7

Well said.