Jacob Brier (they/them)
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Jacob Brier (they/them)
@jacobnsbrier.bsky.social
Spouse, parent, Rhode Islander. Believe in working for justice, engaging honestly, shining a light on darkness.
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Seen on a bus ad that raises awareness about domestic violence: @jacobnsbrier.bsky.social!
July 3, 2025 at 2:18 PM
“Be open to the likely possibility that many of our goals are aligned w/ppl who have a different view of how to achieve them.

I want to stress this article is not encouragement to ‘go along to get along.’ We must oppose [MAGA’s] actions every step of the way.”

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The Future is Held by Open Hands
An Essay For Those Who Believe in the Promise of America
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February 11, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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Never forget that Hamas waited over a year to agree to a ceasefire.

If your people are dying and you have the power to stop the war, you do it as soon as possible—no matter what it takes.

Especially when “what it takes” is releasing a Jewish baby. It shouldn’t be that hard.
February 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
“It’s not always so simple, you see,
Being chosen veers from easy.”

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#poetry #poem #thechosenpeople #judaism #tikkunolam #repairtheworld
February 10, 2025 at 12:57 AM
The burden of protection is heavy for all. Safety is weightless.

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You Meant Well
Protection is only needed when conditions are unsafe. Protection is not ideal. Safety is the goal.
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January 28, 2025 at 1:19 AM
“I am audacious enough to continue to Hope.
I am a Rhode Islander, after all. I always have hope.”

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Inauguration of Resistance
A poem originally written in January 2017, re-published eight years later
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January 21, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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Yeah, yeah, Gulf of America blah blah… but has anyone mentioned cheaper eggs today? Anyone?
a man wearing glasses is standing in front of a blackboard and saying `` anyone ? '' .
ALT: a man wearing glasses is standing in front of a blackboard and saying `` anyone ? '' .
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January 21, 2025 at 12:30 AM
I was fortunate to have joined the Barrington DEI Committee at the right time, and get to be part of this incredible day!

The committee members worked for many months to put together a program in celebration of the life and spirit of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr, and it showed!
January 19, 2025 at 1:04 AM
“People see things differently. We all prioritize the various aspects of our identity and our interests differently. This alone doesn’t make anybody a bad person.”

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The Future is Held by Open Hands
An Essay For Those Who Believe in the Promise of America
jacobbrier.substack.com
January 8, 2025 at 12:34 PM