@purpleamberzebra.bsky.social
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I finally got what's bugged me about all these stories on the crippling of the US govt: all of them speak of "cuts" when, in fact, only Congress can 'cut' funding, and it has done nothing of the sort. The story describes illegal & unconstitutional impoundment, BUT SAYS NOT ONE WORD ABOUT IT
HUD cuts expected to worsen America’s housing crisis, staffers say
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is expected to be slashed in half, according to an internal memo obtained by The Washington Post.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 24, 2025 at 3:18 AM
I finally got what's bugged me about all these stories on the crippling of the US govt: all of them speak of "cuts" when, in fact, only Congress can 'cut' funding, and it has done nothing of the sort. The story describes illegal & unconstitutional impoundment, BUT SAYS NOT ONE WORD ABOUT IT
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Congratulations to anyone make more than 360k a year! Sux for the rest of us.
February 23, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Congratulations to anyone make more than 360k a year! Sux for the rest of us.
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A closer look at federal records shows Musk’s claims are vastly overstated, and the $55 billion figure lacks any real documentation. Share to help stop the spread of misinformation.
February 19, 2025 at 7:10 PM
A closer look at federal records shows Musk’s claims are vastly overstated, and the $55 billion figure lacks any real documentation. Share to help stop the spread of misinformation.
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The NAACP is re-mixing 1930s-era "don't buy where you can't work" campaigns to confront the neo-segregationists targeting DEI.
apnews.com/article/blac...
apnews.com/article/blac...
NAACP lists companies that dump DEI in its tactical spending guide for Black Americans
The NAACP wants Black Americans to steer their buying power toward corporations that haven’t pulled back from diversity programs under conservative pressure.
apnews.com
February 16, 2025 at 12:52 PM
The NAACP is re-mixing 1930s-era "don't buy where you can't work" campaigns to confront the neo-segregationists targeting DEI.
apnews.com/article/blac...
apnews.com/article/blac...
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ATTN HHS EMPLOYEES: Firing notices are going out. I am in receipt of an email saying they will revoke your access as soon as you read the email that you've been fired. Please download everything you need before you open that email. SHARE FAR & WIDE. My latest: www.muellershewrote.com/p/attn-hhs-e...
ATTN: HHS EMPLOYEES
If you work for HHS, read this BEFORE you open certain emails
www.muellershewrote.com
February 15, 2025 at 1:31 AM
ATTN HHS EMPLOYEES: Firing notices are going out. I am in receipt of an email saying they will revoke your access as soon as you read the email that you've been fired. Please download everything you need before you open that email. SHARE FAR & WIDE. My latest: www.muellershewrote.com/p/attn-hhs-e...
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(1/9) Elon Musk has been obsessed with the letter "X" for decades. Like most things Elon, the history behind it is darker than you might think.
This is a thread you want to read.
@maddow.msnbc.com @muellershewrote.bsky.social @dailybeanspod.bsky.social
This is a thread you want to read.
@maddow.msnbc.com @muellershewrote.bsky.social @dailybeanspod.bsky.social
February 7, 2025 at 4:46 PM
(1/9) Elon Musk has been obsessed with the letter "X" for decades. Like most things Elon, the history behind it is darker than you might think.
This is a thread you want to read.
@maddow.msnbc.com @muellershewrote.bsky.social @dailybeanspod.bsky.social
This is a thread you want to read.
@maddow.msnbc.com @muellershewrote.bsky.social @dailybeanspod.bsky.social
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Here’s some advice for those outside our coalition, as the administration is actively leading a witch hunt for resistance members. If you’re a government employee, avoid using government devices to coordinate. Do not use standard messaging apps on Android or Apple devices.
February 10, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Here’s some advice for those outside our coalition, as the administration is actively leading a witch hunt for resistance members. If you’re a government employee, avoid using government devices to coordinate. Do not use standard messaging apps on Android or Apple devices.
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Nearly $7 million has been “apportioned” over the past week to cover DOGE-related expenses.
February 9, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Nearly $7 million has been “apportioned” over the past week to cover DOGE-related expenses.
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P.S. We've had such enthusiastic support from so many people on this platform—thank you. If you'd like to support our continued work, you can subscribe here: www.wired.com/v2/offers/wi...
February 9, 2025 at 3:07 PM
P.S. We've had such enthusiastic support from so many people on this platform—thank you. If you'd like to support our continued work, you can subscribe here: www.wired.com/v2/offers/wi...
@calm.com Are you holding up okay today? It feels like a lot of people are reaching a breaking point this week and I just wanted to check on you. 💙
February 8, 2025 at 1:00 AM
@calm.com Are you holding up okay today? It feels like a lot of people are reaching a breaking point this week and I just wanted to check on you. 💙
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Good piece. If we stand up for our principles, do good work, and defend academic freedom and the benefits of science for society, we will move in a positive direction.
"One thing is certain: The changes we make ourselves will be healthier than the ones our adversaries demand."
New work for @undark.org:
undark.org/2025/02/06/o...
New work for @undark.org:
undark.org/2025/02/06/o...
The End of Science’s Peacetime
Opinion | Defending the practice of science from its adversaries will require dealing with some uncomfortable truths.
undark.org
February 7, 2025 at 5:32 AM
Good piece. If we stand up for our principles, do good work, and defend academic freedom and the benefits of science for society, we will move in a positive direction.
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i really hope democrats are listening to @jvl.bsky.social www.thebulwark.com/p/how-to-win...
How to Win the USAID Fight
Rules for Democrats.
www.thebulwark.com
February 7, 2025 at 8:25 PM
i really hope democrats are listening to @jvl.bsky.social www.thebulwark.com/p/how-to-win...
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In light of Trump II’s first 18 days of mayhem — including his and Musk’s coup against our system of government — many are asking: “What can I do now?”
Here’s a revised and expanded list, in rough order of importance.
Here’s a revised and expanded list, in rough order of importance.
What you can do
Revised and expanded
robertreich.substack.com
February 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM
In light of Trump II’s first 18 days of mayhem — including his and Musk’s coup against our system of government — many are asking: “What can I do now?”
Here’s a revised and expanded list, in rough order of importance.
Here’s a revised and expanded list, in rough order of importance.
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ELON IS ALLOWED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. NOT YOUR ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES OR STUDENTS & PARENTS. I WILL BE BACK.
February 7, 2025 at 3:40 PM
ELON IS ALLOWED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. NOT YOUR ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES OR STUDENTS & PARENTS. I WILL BE BACK.
🚨 An identified “security guard is denying members of congress access to the department of education 🚨
youtu.be/u4viueoaEHg
@forbes.com
@wired.com
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov
@corybooker.com @booker.senate.gov @ericswalwell.bsky.social @pressley.house.gov
@aoc.bsky.social
youtu.be/u4viueoaEHg
@forbes.com
@wired.com
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov
@corybooker.com @booker.senate.gov @ericswalwell.bsky.social @pressley.house.gov
@aoc.bsky.social
BREAKING NEWS: House Democrats Physically Blocked From Entering Department Of Education Building
YouTube video by Forbes Breaking News
youtu.be
February 7, 2025 at 7:27 PM
🚨 An identified “security guard is denying members of congress access to the department of education 🚨
youtu.be/u4viueoaEHg
@forbes.com
@wired.com
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov
@corybooker.com @booker.senate.gov @ericswalwell.bsky.social @pressley.house.gov
@aoc.bsky.social
youtu.be/u4viueoaEHg
@forbes.com
@wired.com
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov
@corybooker.com @booker.senate.gov @ericswalwell.bsky.social @pressley.house.gov
@aoc.bsky.social
🚨 An identified “security guard is denying members of congress access to the department of education 🚨
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov @aoc.bsky.social
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov @aoc.bsky.social
February 7, 2025 at 7:14 PM
🚨 An identified “security guard is denying members of congress access to the department of education 🚨
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov @aoc.bsky.social
@raskin.house.gov @vanhollen.senate.gov @aoc.bsky.social
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Lost my CDC contract after a visit from DOGE. I feel like I’m in the dirt (or TBH eating a pint of ice cream on a couch crying). But here’s the thing: Pushing people down—especially those with heart, purpose, and love for public service—doesn’t mean they stay down. It’s literally against their DNA.
February 7, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Lost my CDC contract after a visit from DOGE. I feel like I’m in the dirt (or TBH eating a pint of ice cream on a couch crying). But here’s the thing: Pushing people down—especially those with heart, purpose, and love for public service—doesn’t mean they stay down. It’s literally against their DNA.
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Katelyn, this is awful. Everyone, be sure you're following Katelyn Jetelina, a National Treasure, on Substack! The public is behind you. After your icecream, please write about this. 💙💔💙 Take care of yourself. We are behind you. substack.com/profile/2722...
Katelyn Jetelina | Substack
An epidemiologist trying to make sense of this world
substack.com
February 7, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Katelyn, this is awful. Everyone, be sure you're following Katelyn Jetelina, a National Treasure, on Substack! The public is behind you. After your icecream, please write about this. 💙💔💙 Take care of yourself. We are behind you. substack.com/profile/2722...
It seems likely that scientific and public health data are being withheld from the public by the current administration. I have deep gratitude for Dr. Jetelina and everyone who is working tirelessly to continue informing the public.
Good: CDC’s outbreak publication (MMWR) is now up and running after the first pause in over 70 years
Bad: Todays publication is about fires, and not the missing bird flu or mpox studies we knew were up for publication. Of which have safety implications for veterinarians and people with house cats
…
Bad: Todays publication is about fires, and not the missing bird flu or mpox studies we knew were up for publication. Of which have safety implications for veterinarians and people with house cats
…
February 7, 2025 at 2:51 AM
It seems likely that scientific and public health data are being withheld from the public by the current administration. I have deep gratitude for Dr. Jetelina and everyone who is working tirelessly to continue informing the public.
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Listen friends - gather your hope where you can. People showed up in all 50 states on a moments notice. Voicemail boxes of senators are filling up. Lawsuits are being filed.
Look at all the good people.
And do not forget to take care of yourselves. Seriously. This is a long haul.
Look at all the good people.
And do not forget to take care of yourselves. Seriously. This is a long haul.
February 6, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Listen friends - gather your hope where you can. People showed up in all 50 states on a moments notice. Voicemail boxes of senators are filling up. Lawsuits are being filed.
Look at all the good people.
And do not forget to take care of yourselves. Seriously. This is a long haul.
Look at all the good people.
And do not forget to take care of yourselves. Seriously. This is a long haul.
Call your representative TODAY! If you’ve never called before, this app provides guidance and scripts that you can read verbatim or make your own.
5 Calls: Contact Your Congress
**As seen on MSNBC...**
apps.apple.com
February 5, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Call your representative TODAY! If you’ve never called before, this app provides guidance and scripts that you can read verbatim or make your own.
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We're going to be outside Treasury tomorrow at 5 PM to ask Elon Musk what he's doing with our money. SHARE AND JOIN US:
www.mobilize.us/moveon/event...
www.mobilize.us/moveon/event...
We Choose to Fight: Nobody Elected Elon! · MoveOn
**Rally at the Treasury building to stop Elon Musk’s billionaire takeover.** Nobody elected Elon! We need everyone to fight this hostile takeover at every level—that includes Democrats in Congress, wh...
www.mobilize.us
February 3, 2025 at 9:25 PM
We're going to be outside Treasury tomorrow at 5 PM to ask Elon Musk what he's doing with our money. SHARE AND JOIN US:
www.mobilize.us/moveon/event...
www.mobilize.us/moveon/event...
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NEW: DoJ employees asked for guarantees in writing for the deferred resignation Fork in the Road plan. They were sent this. It strips the signer of the right to sue, and also says if you commit a felony, you’re not eligible for federal employment. Oh, the irony.
February 4, 2025 at 6:06 AM
NEW: DoJ employees asked for guarantees in writing for the deferred resignation Fork in the Road plan. They were sent this. It strips the signer of the right to sue, and also says if you commit a felony, you’re not eligible for federal employment. Oh, the irony.
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Protest at the Treasury in DC Tuesday 5PM. Pass it on.
There are currently FORTY THOUSAND PEOPLE signed up for tonight's call.
We choose to fight.
Join us at 8 PM EST to talk about how: www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
We choose to fight.
Join us at 8 PM EST to talk about how: www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
We Choose To Fight: Action Call · Indivisible
This Sunday night, February 2 at 8pm ET/5pm PT, you’re invited to join Indivisible, MoveOn, Working Families Party, and a coalition of other organizations for an action call. During the call, you will...
www.mobilize.us
February 3, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Protest at the Treasury in DC Tuesday 5PM. Pass it on.
“Let them come. Let them be. Let them go.” -Culadasa
Intrusive thoughts: 😱😭
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Listen to Daily Calm by Tamara Levitt on Calm
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February 2, 2025 at 2:01 PM
“Let them come. Let them be. Let them go.” -Culadasa
Intrusive thoughts: 😱😭
Me: 👋
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Intrusive thoughts: 😱😭
Me: 👋
www.calm.com/player/Xk5wp...