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BBC News - UK social media campaigners among five denied US visas

The absolute irony of those working to protect open and honest conversations, are those that are denied entry in the name of "free speech"
UK campaigners among five denied US visas
The Trump administration bans five people who have called for tech regulation from entering the country.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 24, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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pattonoswalt.bsky.social
I mean yeah it’s an authoritarian takeover but can we take some comfort in the fact that the people doing it are INSANELY stupid?
December 23, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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joakkerman.bsky.social
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thedangerousones.com The Dangerous Ones @thedangerousones.com · Oct 4
This.
Is.
Brilliant.
October 4, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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happychick3.bsky.social
September 27, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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michaeljstern.bsky.social
This is it, but people are too gullible and mindless to realize it.
September 20, 2025 at 11:22 AM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
www.positive.news/society/life...
Life after: Being a leader in the far right
For almost two decades, Nigel Bromage was a leading member of the British far right. What made leave his hate-filled path?
www.positive.news
September 20, 2025 at 7:18 AM
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gtconway.bsky.social
September 14, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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sanders.senate.gov
Vaccines work. Period.
September 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
Oh bravo 👏 More of this needed please
atrupar.com Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · Sep 3
Nigel Farage looks uncomfortable as Jamie Raskin uses his opening statement to absolutely demolish him
September 4, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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donmoyn.bsky.social
Full resignation letter from Demetre C. Daskalakis, a CDC leader, does not hold back.
"The recent shooting at CDC is not why I am resigning. My grandfather, who I am named after, stood up to fascist forces in Greece and lost his life doing so. I am resigning to make him and his legacy proud."
My resignation letter from CDC. Dear Dr. Houry, I am writing to formally resign from my position as Director of the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), effective August 28, 2025, close of business. I am happy to stay on for two weeks to provide transition, if requested. This decision has not come easily, as I deeply value the work that the CDC does in safeguarding public health and am proud of my contributions to that critical mission. However, after much contemplation and reflection on recent developments and perspectives brought to light by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., I find that the views he and his staff have shared challenge my ability to continue in my current role at the agency and in the service of the health of the American people. Enough is enough. While I hold immense respect for the institution and my colleagues, I believe that it is imperative to align my professional responsibilities to my system of ethics and my understanding of the science of infectious disease, immunology, and my promise to serve the American people. This step is necessary to ensure that I can contribute effectively in a capacity that allows me to remain true to my principles. The recent change in the adult and children’s immunization schedule threaten the lives of the youngest Americans and pregnant people. The data analyses that supported this decision have never been shared with CDC despite my respectful requests to HHS and other leadership. This lack of meaningful engagement was further compounded by a “frequently asked questions” document written to support the Secretary’s directive that was circulated by HHS without input from CDC subject matter experts and that cited studies that did not support the conclusions that were attributed to these authors. Having worked in local and national public health for years, I have never experienced such radical non-transparency, nor have I seen such unskilled manipulation of data to achieve a political end rather than the good of the American people. It is untenable to serve in an organization that is not afforded the opportunity to discuss decisions of scientific and public health importance released under the moniker of CDC. The lack of communication by HHS and other CDC political leadership that culminates in social media posts announcing major policy changes without prior notice demonstrate a disregard of normal communication channels and common sense. Having to retrofit analyses and policy actions to match inadequately thought-out announcements in poorly scripted videos or page long X posts should not be how organizations responsible for the health of people should function. Some examples include the announcement of the change in the COVID-19 recommendations for children and pregnant people, the firing of scientists from ACIP by X post and an op-ed rather than direct communication with these valuable experts, the announcement of new ACIP members by X before onboarding and vetting have completed, and the release of term of reference for an ACIP workgroup that ignored all feedback from career staff at CDC. Their desire to please a political base will result in death and disability of vulnerable children and adults. Their base should be the people they serve not a political voting bloc. I have always been first to challenge scientific and public health dogma in my career and was excited by the opportunity to do so again. I was optimistic that there would be an opportunity to brief the Secretary about key topics such as measles, avian influenza, and the highly coordinated approach to the respiratory virus season. Such briefings would allow exchange of ideas and a shared path to support the vision of “Making America Healthy Again.” We are seven months into the new administration, and no CDC subject matter expert from my Center has ever briefed the Secretary. I am not sure who the Secretary is listening to, but it is quite certainly not to us. Unvetted and conflicted outside organizations seem to be the sources HHS use over the gold standard science of CDC and other reputable sources. At a hearing, Secretary Kennedy said that Americans should not take medical advice from him. To the contrary, an appropriately briefed and inquisitive Secretary should be a source of health information for the people he serves. As it stands now, I must agree with him, that he should not be considered a source of accurate information. The intentional eroding of trust in low-risk vaccines favoring natural infection and unproven remedies will bring us to a pre-vaccine era where only the strong will survive and many if not all will suffer. I believe in nutrition and exercise. I believe in making our food supply healthier, and I also believe in using vaccines to prevent death and disability. Eugenics plays prominently in the rhetoric being generated and is derivative of a legacy that good medicine and science should continue to shun. The recent shooting at CDC is not why I am resigning. My grandfather, who I am named after, stood up to fascist forces in Greece and lost his life doing so. I am resigning to make him and his legacy proud. I am resigning because of the cowardice of a leader that cannot admit that HIS and his minions’ words over decades created an environment where violence like this can occur. I reject his and his colleagues’ thoughts and prayers, and advise they direct those to people that they have not actively harmed. For decades, I have been a trusted voice for the LGBTQ community when it comes to critical health topics. I must also cite the recklessness of the administration in their efforts to erase transgender populations, cease critical domestic and international HIV programming, and terminate key research to support equity as part of my decision. Public health is not merely about the health of the individual, but it is about the health of the community, the nation, the world. The nation’s health security is at risk and is in the hands of people focusing on ideological self-interest. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the opportunities for growth, learning, and collaboration that I have been afforded during my time at the CDC. It has been a privilege to work alongside such dedicated professionals who are committed to improving the health and well-being of communities across the nation even when under attack from within both physically and psychologically. Thank you once again for the support and guidance I have received from you and previous CDC leadership throughout my tenure. I wish the CDC continued success in its vital mission and that HHS reverse its dangerous course to dismantle public health as a practice and as an institution. If they continue the current path, they risk our personal well-being and the security of the United States.
August 28, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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chrisgeidner.bsky.social
All three are here: insidemedicine.substack.com/p/breaking-n...
Breaking News: Read three top CDC officials' resignation emails.
The end of an era.
insidemedicine.substack.com
August 28, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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georgetakei.bsky.social
Masked immigration raids don’t protect us. They hide abuse and strip away our dignity. Stand with me in demanding transparency and accountability by adding your name to this petition.
Sign Petition: Stop Masked Immigration Raids. This Is Not How a Democracy Operates.
These agents are using masks to shield themselves from accountability for their willingness to participate in dangerous overreach. (48941 signatures on petition)
www.thepetitionsite.com
August 26, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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tusk81.bsky.social
It’s my opinion that humanitarian and musical genius Dolly Parton (as well as Chef José Andrés) deserves the Nobel Peace Prize. tucson.com/life-enterta...
2,000-plus Pima County kids get free books through Dolly Parton's program
Even her biggest fans have trouble choosing Dolly Parton’s greatest hit.
tucson.com
August 23, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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muellershewrote.com
Here’s what was NOT released today:

- the proffer agreement between Maxwell and the DoJ

- the agreement transferring Maxwell to club fed

- communications showing who waived Maxwell’s sex offender status allowing her transfer and possible work assignments outside prison

- the Epstein files
August 23, 2025 at 2:51 AM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
Was reminded of this gem of a moment. One amongst many! People speak of Trump's charisma,even his critics. I have never been able to see an ounce of that, this is what charisma looks like: youtube.com/shorts/L7ktS...
Throwback to this iconic moment of Barack Obama ❤️
YouTube video by Al Green
youtube.com
July 26, 2025 at 10:05 AM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
Being forced into areas and denied food, we know this doesn't end well. Why are we supporting a regime committing genocide?

BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c0...
More than 100 aid agencies say 'mass starvation' spreading across Gaza - BBC News
More than 100 aid agencies say 'mass starvation' spreading across Gaza
The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza said on Tuesday that 33 people had died of starvation in 48 hours.
www.bbc.co.uk
July 23, 2025 at 8:02 AM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
LOVE Josh Johnson, so excited for this 🤩 Even though I'll have to watch on catch up, about three days later 😄
joshjohnsoncomedy.bsky.social Josh Johnson @joshjohnsoncomedy.bsky.social · Jul 21
This week, I’m hosting The Daily Show Tuesday through Thursday.

It’s my first time hosting anything on TV. Ever.

I’ve spent years writing behind the scenes, learning from truly great and talented people. Now, for three nights, I get to sit at the desk and do it myself.
July 21, 2025 at 10:34 PM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
🙄 - so blame everyone else for their own shortcomings and lack of understanding. Bring in Doge type group to gut the resources whilst paying themselves more. Yep, as suspected, just following Trump's playbook.

Odious man, utter self serving liar

www.bbc.com/news/article...
Reform UK councillors obstructed by officials, Nigel Farage says
The Reform leader tells the BBC his councillors are being "hamstrung" by existing bureaucracies.
www.bbc.com
July 21, 2025 at 6:11 AM
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electoralreform.bsky.social
Thanks to your support for our mission, the Government has finally listened: vital improvements to our democratic system have been announced.

electoral-reform.org.uk/we-called-th...
We called, they listened: Government confirms historic democratic reforms
In a statement to parliament today, the democracy minister set out the changes the government plans to make in the forthcoming elections bill.Last week we set out what we hoped to see i
electoral-reform.org.uk
July 19, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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mehdirhasan.bsky.social
I hate to say I told you so but… I told you so.
#mythofantiwartrump
July 17, 2025 at 12:15 PM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
Vaccinate. Your. Kids 😔 its extra sad that the last child died before she could be vaccinated because of reduced herd immunity. Not confirmed yet but heard this child was on chemo so would have lost immunity. Its not just your own child's life put at risk

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Measles: Child dies at Alder Hey after contracting virus
Seventeen children have been treated at the Liverpool hospital for the virus since June.
www.bbc.co.uk
July 13, 2025 at 9:03 PM
gogmagog34.bsky.social
Children collecting water were considered to be "a threat" by the IDF

BBC News - Children fetching water killed in Israeli strike in Gaza, emergency officials say
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Children fetching water killed in Israeli strike in Gaza, emergency officials say
The Israeli military has not yet commented on the strike, which witnesses said hit a crowd queuing to get water at a refugee camp.
www.bbc.com
July 13, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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vanhollen.senate.gov
Trump is using US taxpayer $$ to fund a private mercenary group that's led to hundreds of starving people being shot dead—all part of a sick scheme to drive Palestinians out of Gaza.

Instead of ending the war & freeing the hostages, Trump gave Netanyahu a blank check. Shameful.
Instead of ending the war and freeing the hostages, Trump gave Netanyahu a blank check. Shameful.
YouTube video by Senator Chris Van Hollen
youtube.com
July 12, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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muellershewrote.com
Brilliant. 10/10. No notes.
June 27, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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joshuajfriedman.com
AOC: “It is absolutely and clearly grounds for impeachment.”
The President's disastrous decision to bomb Iran without authorization is a grave violation of the Constitution and Congressional War Powers. He has impulsively risked launching a war that may ensnare us for generations. It is absolutely and clearly grounds for impeachment.
June 22, 2025 at 2:03 AM