Liz Illg
@islandorca.bsky.social
Retired from social work, RV travel and entrepreneurship. Active in community building, Vashon Island social services, and being of service to fellow humans, the earth, and other sentient beings.
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The Politics of Spectacle: Improvisational Dominance and the Erosion of Governance
Improvisational dominance, ritual politics, and the dangerous intelligence of performance
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October 24, 2025 at 3:10 PM
If you aren't following this author, now's the time to sign up for his class...
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Of I believe what this article says, does that make me a conspiracy theorist?
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June 22, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Of I believe what this article says, does that make me a conspiracy theorist?
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I'm picking up a lot from James Greenberg. I suggest giving him a read. www.facebook.com/share/1Y62Yg...
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June 21, 2025 at 5:55 PM
I'm picking up a lot from James Greenberg. I suggest giving him a read. www.facebook.com/share/1Y62Yg...
A friend suggested that if progressives had a news channel like Fox, it would look like this. I tend to agree, but feel like there's certainly some actionable items presented. thecommoncoalition.com/wp-content/u...
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June 19, 2025 at 3:42 PM
A friend suggested that if progressives had a news channel like Fox, it would look like this. I tend to agree, but feel like there's certainly some actionable items presented. thecommoncoalition.com/wp-content/u...
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Seniors in Salt Lake City heading out for a #nokingsprotest in front of their assisted living facility.
June 14, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Seniors in Salt Lake City heading out for a #nokingsprotest in front of their assisted living facility.
Ok. Here's some traction on an idea Janna and I have been pondering since last November. smartelections.us/press-releas...
SMART Elections
#ElectionSecurity
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June 9, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Ok. Here's some traction on an idea Janna and I have been pondering since last November. smartelections.us/press-releas...
Such a necessary read these days...Reflections on travels
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Reflections on travels
On the millions of people striving to (and succeeding at) keeping the achievements of Western Civilization from the clutches of fascism, xenophobia, know-nothingism, and conspiracy-mongering
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May 28, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Such a necessary read these days...Reflections on travels
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My Mama led by example in her activism. She's with me when I show up to oppose the tyranny of this administration. May everyone reading this find an ancestor to be with them... or just do it for the children. wolvesandsheep.substack.com/p/the-two-es...
The Two Essential Strategies to Reducing Trump's Power
Lower his poll numbers, and don't be afraid to dissent
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May 22, 2025 at 2:57 PM
My Mama led by example in her activism. She's with me when I show up to oppose the tyranny of this administration. May everyone reading this find an ancestor to be with them... or just do it for the children. wolvesandsheep.substack.com/p/the-two-es...
For those of you needing a little lesbian comic relief, especially my PSOLOC buddies. www.facebook.com/share/1AmTMc...
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May 19, 2025 at 4:20 PM
For those of you needing a little lesbian comic relief, especially my PSOLOC buddies. www.facebook.com/share/1AmTMc...
I love it when women lead! www.anglicanlutheran.ca/statements/c...
Churches mark International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, May 17 - In Full Communion
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) and The Anglican Church of Canada (ACC) join with people and communities around the world in observing the International Day Against Homophobia, Bipho...
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May 17, 2025 at 2:22 PM
I love it when women lead! www.anglicanlutheran.ca/statements/c...
Viva la resistancia! Thank you, Vashonites and others that do this work.
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Washington’s immigrant rights orgs mobilize amid deportation push
Organizers from Tacoma to Spokane have worked to backfill support gaps and monitor detainee treatment in response to increased immigration enforcement.
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May 7, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Viva la resistancia! Thank you, Vashonites and others that do this work.
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I agree with this from the article: "Each time Trump coughs up one of these executive furballs, the media should reiterate that his “orders” do not change the Constitution, statues, or reality; and could very well be struck down."
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Putting Trump’s threats in writing doesn’t make them law
A judge demolishes Trump’s assault on law firms
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May 5, 2025 at 1:55 PM
I agree with this from the article: "Each time Trump coughs up one of these executive furballs, the media should reiterate that his “orders” do not change the Constitution, statues, or reality; and could very well be struck down."
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Here's a new collaboration between some orgs that have long been close to my heart. Take a look: peoplespromise.us?source=20250...
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April 30, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Here's a new collaboration between some orgs that have long been close to my heart. Take a look: peoplespromise.us?source=20250...
Our Moral Moment w/ Bishop William Barber & Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove
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Our Moral Moment w/ Bishop William Barber & Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove | Substack
Every age must have a movement of people who will stand together b/c the issues before us are not left vs right, but right vs wrong. Click to read Our Moral Moment w/ Bishop William Barber & Jonathan ...
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April 29, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Our Moral Moment w/ Bishop William Barber & Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove
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What an exciting time to be in law school! Https://www.justsecurity.org/107087/tracker-litigation-legal-challenges-trump-administration/
Litigation Tracker: Legal Challenges to Trump Administration Actions
A public resource tracking the legal challenges to the Trump administration's executive orders and actions.
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April 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
What an exciting time to be in law school! Https://www.justsecurity.org/107087/tracker-litigation-legal-challenges-trump-administration/
Thought for the day: A Note About Pope Francis
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A Note About Pope Francis
He will be missed.
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April 21, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Thought for the day: A Note About Pope Francis
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The Beautiful Mess by John Pavlovitz
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The Beautiful Mess by John Pavlovitz | Substack
Authentic words for everyone trying to figure out the best way to be human. Click to read The Beautiful Mess by John Pavlovitz, a Substack publication with tens of thousands of subscribers.
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April 10, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The Beautiful Mess by John Pavlovitz
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Here's an amazing bit of science to brighten your day. www.thestranger.com/climate-issu...
How Some Scared Little Gophers Brought Mount St. Helens Back to Life
If you ever feel like you’re trapped in a hostile environment, scrabbling around in a mountain of unforgiving rock and wondering how you can ever possibly make a difference, remember the poor, f...
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April 4, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Here's an amazing bit of science to brighten your day. www.thestranger.com/climate-issu...
Here's a great guide for creating meaningful conversations.. welcome.us/5-tips-for-t...
Welcome.US
Join the national coalition working together to welcome refugees.
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April 3, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Here's a great guide for creating meaningful conversations.. welcome.us/5-tips-for-t...
Here are several thoughts for the day...https://worldhappiness.report/ed/2025/executive-summary/
Executive summary
The World Happiness Report is published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford, in partnership with Gallup, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and an independent ed...
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March 21, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Here are several thoughts for the day...https://worldhappiness.report/ed/2025/executive-summary/
Wow, here's a recipe for civic engagement, bigtime. As Mother always said, "Everyone likes to participate." contrarian.substack.com/p/15-ways-yo...
March 19, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Wow, here's a recipe for civic engagement, bigtime. As Mother always said, "Everyone likes to participate." contrarian.substack.com/p/15-ways-yo...
Here's some easy activism. Even if your congressional delegation already defends social security it helps them to know you're watching... and you care.
March 18, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Here's some easy activism. Even if your congressional delegation already defends social security it helps them to know you're watching... and you care.
Bottom line: Social security is worth fighting for.
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March 16, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Bottom line: Social security is worth fighting for.
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Shero of the day.Undaunted: Judge Beryl Howell holds the line open.substack.com/pub/contrari...
Undaunted: Judge Beryl Howell holds the line
She not only reaches the indisputably right results but also educates other lawyers and the public at large about Trump’s authoritarian actions.
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March 14, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Shero of the day.Undaunted: Judge Beryl Howell holds the line open.substack.com/pub/contrari...
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March 14, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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