Gigi
@gigiam.bsky.social
Retired from higher education, California native, loving partner, grandmother, avid reader, life-long democrat.
April 28, 2025
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There has been a change afoot in the Democratic Party for a while now as its leaders shift from trying to find common ground with Republicans to standing firmly against MAGAs and articulating their ow...
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April 29, 2025 at 5:02 PM
April 28, 2025
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Here’s the clip.
April 14, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Here’s the clip.
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he did this just *after* going to the funeral of an 8 year old girl.
he walks away from where the hearse is idling and immediately starts hyping this stuff again.
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he walks away from where the hearse is idling and immediately starts hyping this stuff again.
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April 7, 2025 at 5:34 PM
he did this just *after* going to the funeral of an 8 year old girl.
he walks away from where the hearse is idling and immediately starts hyping this stuff again.
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
he walks away from where the hearse is idling and immediately starts hyping this stuff again.
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
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"He’s not welcome." When he arrives in Greenland on Friday, Vice President JD Vance is not going to get much of a welcome. And Greenlanders won't see much of him, either: He's scheduled to visit a remote American military base on the northern coast, far from any town.
Flying to Greenland, Vance Is Visiting a Place That Doesn’t Want Him
Vice President JD Vance’s trip to an island that President Trump wants to “get” is a scaled-back version of the original White House plan. “He’s not welcome,” one Greenlander said.
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March 28, 2025 at 4:56 PM
"He’s not welcome." When he arrives in Greenland on Friday, Vice President JD Vance is not going to get much of a welcome. And Greenlanders won't see much of him, either: He's scheduled to visit a remote American military base on the northern coast, far from any town.
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'They gave us their plan': Stunning Dem victory in Pa Senate used tactics shared from Iowa
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'They gave us their plan': Stunning Dem victory in Pa Senate used tactics shared from Iowa
If Gov. Josh Shapiro was able to win in deep-red Lancaster County, Democratic state Sen.-elect James Malone could too, his campaign co-manager Stella Sexton said.
Shapiro won the 36th Senate District...
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March 27, 2025 at 5:58 PM
'They gave us their plan': Stunning Dem victory in Pa Senate used tactics shared from Iowa
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Amazing news‼️
Democrats FLIPPED a Senate seat in PA last night! 💙💙
Trump won that district by 15 points in November but James Malone flipped it blue in a special election last night!
Are the tides turning???
Next up on 4/1 (next Tues) - WI Supreme Court and special elections in FL - VOLUNTEER!
Democrats FLIPPED a Senate seat in PA last night! 💙💙
Trump won that district by 15 points in November but James Malone flipped it blue in a special election last night!
Are the tides turning???
Next up on 4/1 (next Tues) - WI Supreme Court and special elections in FL - VOLUNTEER!
March 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Amazing news‼️
Democrats FLIPPED a Senate seat in PA last night! 💙💙
Trump won that district by 15 points in November but James Malone flipped it blue in a special election last night!
Are the tides turning???
Next up on 4/1 (next Tues) - WI Supreme Court and special elections in FL - VOLUNTEER!
Democrats FLIPPED a Senate seat in PA last night! 💙💙
Trump won that district by 15 points in November but James Malone flipped it blue in a special election last night!
Are the tides turning???
Next up on 4/1 (next Tues) - WI Supreme Court and special elections in FL - VOLUNTEER!
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#EconomicBoycott
People have the power!
People have the power!
February 28, 2025 at 8:07 AM
#EconomicBoycott
People have the power!
People have the power!
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Top executives from PBS and NPR are getting ready for a hearing on Wednesday — ominously titled “Anti-American Airwaves” — organized by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene who leads a House subcommittee tied to Elon Musk’s efforts to cut federal spending.
PBS and NPR Prepare for Showdown With Congress
Top executives from the public media networks are bracing for a hearing on Wednesday organized by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene.
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March 25, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Top executives from PBS and NPR are getting ready for a hearing on Wednesday — ominously titled “Anti-American Airwaves” — organized by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene who leads a House subcommittee tied to Elon Musk’s efforts to cut federal spending.
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What do politicians really think of voters? A new study reveals the pessimistic view most politicians have of the people who put them in office.
For “Good on Paper,” @jerusalem.bsky.social speaks with one of the study’s co-authors, political scientist Jack Lucas:
For “Good on Paper,” @jerusalem.bsky.social speaks with one of the study’s co-authors, political scientist Jack Lucas:
Politicians Think Voters Are Dumb. Are They Right?
A striking new study reveals that elected officials have a far more pessimistic view of voter behavior than do citizens themselves.
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March 25, 2025 at 1:22 PM
What do politicians really think of voters? A new study reveals the pessimistic view most politicians have of the people who put them in office.
For “Good on Paper,” @jerusalem.bsky.social speaks with one of the study’s co-authors, political scientist Jack Lucas:
For “Good on Paper,” @jerusalem.bsky.social speaks with one of the study’s co-authors, political scientist Jack Lucas:
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Americans are going hungry under Trump. Food banks across the country — already strained by deep cuts to locally grown food programs — the U.S. Department of Agriculture is canceling $500 million in expected food deliveries, further disrupting aid as demand continues to grow.
March 22, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Americans are going hungry under Trump. Food banks across the country — already strained by deep cuts to locally grown food programs — the U.S. Department of Agriculture is canceling $500 million in expected food deliveries, further disrupting aid as demand continues to grow.
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The US Department of Agriculture has halted $500 million in deliveries to food banks nationwide that the Biden administration announced last year, multiple food banks told CNN: cnn.it/4iKaGzb
Food banks scramble after USDA halts $500 million in deliveries | CNN Politics
In the coming weeks, the shelves at dozens of food pantries in California’s Fresno County will be a little emptier. Visitors won’t be able to take home as many groceries, and their bags will contain f...
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March 22, 2025 at 3:29 PM
The US Department of Agriculture has halted $500 million in deliveries to food banks nationwide that the Biden administration announced last year, multiple food banks told CNN: cnn.it/4iKaGzb
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On April 5, we’re mobilizing to show the strength of our movement — because the fight against President Musk and Kennedy Center chairman Trump is just starting. Join us: handsoff2025.com/?SQF_SOURCE=indivisible
March 22, 2025 at 4:49 PM
On April 5, we’re mobilizing to show the strength of our movement — because the fight against President Musk and Kennedy Center chairman Trump is just starting. Join us: handsoff2025.com/?SQF_SOURCE=indivisible
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US District Judge James Boasberg vowed to find out whether officials in the Trump administration violated his orders temporarily blocking the use of an 1798 law for deportations by refusing to turn two flights around last weekend.
In another tense hearing, Judge Boasberg says Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act has ‘frightening’ implications | CNN Politics
US District Judge James Boasberg vowed on Friday to find out whether officials in the Trump administration violated his orders temporarily blocking the use of an 1798 law for deportations by refusing ...
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March 22, 2025 at 12:24 AM
US District Judge James Boasberg vowed to find out whether officials in the Trump administration violated his orders temporarily blocking the use of an 1798 law for deportations by refusing to turn two flights around last weekend.
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The Texas school districts of Keller and Richardson are only 30 miles apart.
But since 2019, their school boards have been on divergent paths over how to teach race and gender.
What sets them apart? The voting method upon which they elect candidates.
But since 2019, their school boards have been on divergent paths over how to teach race and gender.
What sets them apart? The voting method upon which they elect candidates.
How Texas Conservatives Use At-Large School Board Elections to Influence What Students Learn
In six Texas districts that used at-large voting systems, ideologically driven conservatives successfully helped elect school board members who have moved aggressively to ban or remove educational…
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March 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Texas school districts of Keller and Richardson are only 30 miles apart.
But since 2019, their school boards have been on divergent paths over how to teach race and gender.
What sets them apart? The voting method upon which they elect candidates.
But since 2019, their school boards have been on divergent paths over how to teach race and gender.
What sets them apart? The voting method upon which they elect candidates.
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Federal employees know how to be anonymous. But in today’s climate, silence isn’t an option. If you are/were a career federal worker alarmed by what’s happening, we need your voice. @juliezebrak.bsky.social urges you to share what you know, speak truth to power, & help preserve democracy.
Finding Your Voice--and Using it
Leaving the Federal Government doesn't have to mean ceasing to be a public servant
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March 20, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Federal employees know how to be anonymous. But in today’s climate, silence isn’t an option. If you are/were a career federal worker alarmed by what’s happening, we need your voice. @juliezebrak.bsky.social urges you to share what you know, speak truth to power, & help preserve democracy.
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A judge has blocked DOGE from accessing sensitive Social Security data, raising concerns of a "fishing expedition" cnn.it/4c1kSAN
March 20, 2025 at 8:15 PM
A judge has blocked DOGE from accessing sensitive Social Security data, raising concerns of a "fishing expedition" cnn.it/4c1kSAN
From the New York Times
Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota called Elon Musk a “dipshit” and, later, a “South African nepo baby” with the power to cut government programs. The crowd at a Wisconsin town-hall-style event roared.
Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota called Elon Musk a “dipshit” and, later, a “South African nepo baby” with the power to cut government programs. The crowd at a Wisconsin town-hall-style event roared.
March 20, 2025 at 1:04 AM
From the New York Times
Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota called Elon Musk a “dipshit” and, later, a “South African nepo baby” with the power to cut government programs. The crowd at a Wisconsin town-hall-style event roared.
Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota called Elon Musk a “dipshit” and, later, a “South African nepo baby” with the power to cut government programs. The crowd at a Wisconsin town-hall-style event roared.
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🚨 Article history detailing Jackie Robinson’s military career has been removed from the Department of Defense website. Purge of articles related to Black people, attack on diversity, equity and inclusion ,DEI continues.
I've reached out to @mlb.com for comment
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I've reached out to @mlb.com for comment
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Article on Jackie Robinson’s military career removed from defense department website
An article history detailing Jackie Robinson’s military career has seemingly been taken down on the Department of Defense’s website
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March 19, 2025 at 1:42 PM
🚨 Article history detailing Jackie Robinson’s military career has been removed from the Department of Defense website. Purge of articles related to Black people, attack on diversity, equity and inclusion ,DEI continues.
I've reached out to @mlb.com for comment
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I've reached out to @mlb.com for comment
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Ahead of Germany’s election, with anti-immigrant sentiment rising, they released viral videos showing life without immigrants.
History proves that when a country starts erasing certain people, it doesn’t end well.
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History proves that when a country starts erasing certain people, it doesn’t end well.
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March 18, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Ahead of Germany’s election, with anti-immigrant sentiment rising, they released viral videos showing life without immigrants.
History proves that when a country starts erasing certain people, it doesn’t end well.
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History proves that when a country starts erasing certain people, it doesn’t end well.
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A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order preventing the Trump administration from withdrawing $14 billion in climate grant funding from Citibank accounts.
March 19, 2025 at 4:26 PM
A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order preventing the Trump administration from withdrawing $14 billion in climate grant funding from Citibank accounts.
Breaking News: Chief Justice John Roberts, in a rare statement, rebuked President Trump for calling for a judge’s impeachment.
Chief Justice Roberts Rebukes Trump, Saying Impeaching Judges Over Rulings Is Improper
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Chief Justice Roberts Rebukes Trump, Saying Impeaching Judges Over Rulings Is Improper
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March 18, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Breaking News: Chief Justice John Roberts, in a rare statement, rebuked President Trump for calling for a judge’s impeachment.
Chief Justice Roberts Rebukes Trump, Saying Impeaching Judges Over Rulings Is Improper
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Chief Justice Roberts Rebukes Trump, Saying Impeaching Judges Over Rulings Is Improper
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Harvard College will make attending the school free for students whose families make less than $100,000 a year.
And they mean free free, not just tuition free.
And they mean free free, not just tuition free.
Harvard extends free ride for students whose families make less than $100,000
Harvard College will make attending the school free for students whose families make less than $100,000 a year. And they mean free free, not just tuition free.
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March 17, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Harvard College will make attending the school free for students whose families make less than $100,000 a year.
And they mean free free, not just tuition free.
And they mean free free, not just tuition free.
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Leading Democrats urge Pam Bondi to examine "Mr Musk’s activities at the FAA" amid conflict-of-interest concerns.
Democrats demand investigation into Musk over possible criminal corruption
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March 17, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Leading Democrats urge Pam Bondi to examine "Mr Musk’s activities at the FAA" amid conflict-of-interest concerns.
Biden may have signed documents with autopen — like many presidents before him www.snopes.com/news/2025/03...
Biden may have signed documents with autopen — like many presidents before him
U.S. presidents have used autopens since Thomas Jefferson; the first to use an autopen to sign a law was Barack Obama.
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March 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Biden may have signed documents with autopen — like many presidents before him www.snopes.com/news/2025/03...