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@ruthjohnston.bsky.social
I tweeted & sounded alarms in an echo chamber
NOW I want to do something! Let's brainstorm
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NOW I want to do something! Let's brainstorm
No money to donate, please stop asking
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💙Ruth a
@ruthjohnston.bsky.social
· Apr 13
This is US
This is me. I waited my whole 67 years for this
I always felt I had a special purpose
This is it
At the best time to be antifa - against the worst human ever
This is me. I waited my whole 67 years for this
I always felt I had a special purpose
This is it
At the best time to be antifa - against the worst human ever
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Fascist regimes are paranoid regimes, so you'd want to make the regime's opponents *harder* to identify, not easier. Lack of trust and shitty infomation flow is a characteristic of autocracies in general; you'd want to encourage that, not wear "I AM THE OPPOSITION" tee-shirts. /4
November 16, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Fascist regimes are paranoid regimes, so you'd want to make the regime's opponents *harder* to identify, not easier. Lack of trust and shitty infomation flow is a characteristic of autocracies in general; you'd want to encourage that, not wear "I AM THE OPPOSITION" tee-shirts. /4
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Why? Because trying to incite popular resistance in a fascist society is bonkers. It's just a way to bring the State - its cops, courts, mobs, etc - down on your head. Fascist states don't fall to revolution.
Under fascism, you want opponents to be hard to find, not parading around in frog suits./3
Under fascism, you want opponents to be hard to find, not parading around in frog suits./3
November 16, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Why? Because trying to incite popular resistance in a fascist society is bonkers. It's just a way to bring the State - its cops, courts, mobs, etc - down on your head. Fascist states don't fall to revolution.
Under fascism, you want opponents to be hard to find, not parading around in frog suits./3
Under fascism, you want opponents to be hard to find, not parading around in frog suits./3
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1. If America were fascist right now, I would not be posting here. Neither would you.
Instead, I - and you - would be trying to build networks of people *offline* who can support and protect each other, in the dark, rather than yelling at the president and his stooges in our own names. /2
Instead, I - and you - would be trying to build networks of people *offline* who can support and protect each other, in the dark, rather than yelling at the president and his stooges in our own names. /2
November 16, 2025 at 3:12 AM
1. If America were fascist right now, I would not be posting here. Neither would you.
Instead, I - and you - would be trying to build networks of people *offline* who can support and protect each other, in the dark, rather than yelling at the president and his stooges in our own names. /2
Instead, I - and you - would be trying to build networks of people *offline* who can support and protect each other, in the dark, rather than yelling at the president and his stooges in our own names. /2
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My mistake has been trying to explain what "fascism" is to people who don't care what it is.
So I'm going to try something else. Let's do this as a practical thought exercise.
If America *were* fascist *today* - what would you have to do differently in your daily life? /1
So I'm going to try something else. Let's do this as a practical thought exercise.
If America *were* fascist *today* - what would you have to do differently in your daily life? /1
November 16, 2025 at 3:12 AM
My mistake has been trying to explain what "fascism" is to people who don't care what it is.
So I'm going to try something else. Let's do this as a practical thought exercise.
If America *were* fascist *today* - what would you have to do differently in your daily life? /1
So I'm going to try something else. Let's do this as a practical thought exercise.
If America *were* fascist *today* - what would you have to do differently in your daily life? /1
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Brian Krassenstein
A Charlotte man was stopped twice by ICE. The first group checked his ID and let him go. Minutes later, another set of agents rolled up, smashed his window, dragged him out, and assaulted him
He was a U.S. citizen…
A Charlotte man was stopped twice by ICE. The first group checked his ID and let him go. Minutes later, another set of agents rolled up, smashed his window, dragged him out, and assaulted him
He was a U.S. citizen…
November 16, 2025 at 3:47 AM
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Today, thousands of people came out to events all across NYC—picking up and handing out materials to defend their neighborhoods from ICE. There were whistles kits & know your rights cards. People went to hundreds of businesses hanging signs of solidarity. Incredible feat by @handsoffnyc.bsky.social.
November 16, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Today, thousands of people came out to events all across NYC—picking up and handing out materials to defend their neighborhoods from ICE. There were whistles kits & know your rights cards. People went to hundreds of businesses hanging signs of solidarity. Incredible feat by @handsoffnyc.bsky.social.
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President Donald Trump has issued two pardons related to the investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, including for a woman convicted of threatening to shoot FBI agents. n.pr/4oJel3b
Trump issues two pardons related to Jan. 6 investigation
President Donald Trump has issued two pardons related to the investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, including for a woman convicted of threatening to shoot FBI agents.
n.pr
November 16, 2025 at 1:46 AM
President Donald Trump has issued two pardons related to the investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, including for a woman convicted of threatening to shoot FBI agents. n.pr/4oJel3b
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Women who eat more ultra-processed foods on a daily basis have a greater risk of developing colorectal polyps before age 50 when compared with women who consume far less of the processed foods, a new stud found.
Study offers clues on rise of colorectal cancer in women under 50
The finding may be “one piece of the puzzle” as to why some people develop early-onset colorectal cancer.
wapo.st
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Women who eat more ultra-processed foods on a daily basis have a greater risk of developing colorectal polyps before age 50 when compared with women who consume far less of the processed foods, a new stud found.
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Agents rappelled from a Black Hawk helicopter in a massive show of force. Authorities said Tren de Aragua “terrorists” had taken over the building.
But after the cameras were gone, federal prosecutors did not charge anyone.
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social & @blockclubchi.bsky.social
But after the cameras were gone, federal prosecutors did not charge anyone.
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social & @blockclubchi.bsky.social
“I Lost Everything”: Venezuelans Were Rounded Up in a Dramatic Midnight Raid but Never Charged With a Crime
Authorities said Tren de Aragua “terrorists” had taken over the building. A ProPublica investigation found little evidence to back up the government’s claims. For the first time, the Venezuelans arres...
www.propublica.org
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Agents rappelled from a Black Hawk helicopter in a massive show of force. Authorities said Tren de Aragua “terrorists” had taken over the building.
But after the cameras were gone, federal prosecutors did not charge anyone.
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social & @blockclubchi.bsky.social
But after the cameras were gone, federal prosecutors did not charge anyone.
With @frontlinepbs.bsky.social & @blockclubchi.bsky.social
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“After the gringa left, the guards came in to beat us,” said one detainee of what occurred after a visit from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
Trump sent men to torture in El Salvador, report confirms
Human Rights Watch found that Venezuelans shipped to El Salvador by the United States were beaten almost every day.
www.motherjones.com
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
“After the gringa left, the guards came in to beat us,” said one detainee of what occurred after a visit from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
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🔔 Join us for a conversation about ICE's targeting of pro-Palestinian journalists, featuring Hassan Ahmad 韓安山, Chris Godshall-Bennett, Samantha C. Hamilton, Sam Judy, Marium Uddin, and moderated by FPF's Seth Stern.
🗓️ Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m. EST
RSVP: http://freedom.press/targeted-by-ice
🗓️ Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m. EST
RSVP: http://freedom.press/targeted-by-ice
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
🔔 Join us for a conversation about ICE's targeting of pro-Palestinian journalists, featuring Hassan Ahmad 韓安山, Chris Godshall-Bennett, Samantha C. Hamilton, Sam Judy, Marium Uddin, and moderated by FPF's Seth Stern.
🗓️ Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m. EST
RSVP: http://freedom.press/targeted-by-ice
🗓️ Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m. EST
RSVP: http://freedom.press/targeted-by-ice
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Richard Brody reflects on why DVD owners shouldn’t throw away their collections just yet. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/-FJfq5
What We Lose When Streaming Companies Choose What We Watch
Maybe don’t throw away all your DVDs just yet.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Richard Brody reflects on why DVD owners shouldn’t throw away their collections just yet. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/-FJfq5
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Young people held at Pueblo detention facility aren't getting enough food, parents allege
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Young people held at Pueblo detention facility aren’t getting enough food, parents allege
Ten mothers told The Denver Post they have watched their boys at the Youthful Offender System detention facility in Pueblo lose concerning amounts of weight over the past few months.
trib.al
November 16, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Young people held at Pueblo detention facility aren't getting enough food, parents allege
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Roads reopened following 50+ acre Georgetown County brush fire #chsnews
Roads reopen following 50+ acre Georgetown County brush fire
The Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that roads have reopened following a brush fire.
www.live5news.com
November 16, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Roads reopened following 50+ acre Georgetown County brush fire #chsnews
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Federal officials confirmed Saturday that a surge of immigration enforcement in North Carolina’s largest city has begun, as agents were seen making arrests in multiple locations.
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Immigration enforcement surge begins in Charlotte, North Carolina, officials confirm
Crime is down in Charlotte this year through August, but the Trump administration seized upon the fatal stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte light-rail train to argue that Democratic-led cities are failing to protect residents.
trib.al
November 16, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Federal officials confirmed Saturday that a surge of immigration enforcement in North Carolina’s largest city has begun, as agents were seen making arrests in multiple locations.
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The Trump administration says that more than 1.6 million immigrants have self-deported. But there's also evidence of an internal migration from target cities and states and into quieter areas that feel safer.
'We need to get out of here': Trump's immigration crackdown is quietly reshaping where immigrants live in America
The Trump administration says that more than 1.6 million immigrants have self-deported. But there's also evidence of an internal migration from target cities and states and into quieter areas that feel safer.
n.pr
November 16, 2025 at 2:18 AM
The Trump administration says that more than 1.6 million immigrants have self-deported. But there's also evidence of an internal migration from target cities and states and into quieter areas that feel safer.
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China has warned its citizens not to travel to Japan, the first significant retaliatory move by Beijing following comments by Japan's leader that Tokyo could intervene militarily if China uses force against Taiwan.
China warns citizens not to visit Japan as row over Taiwan heats up
Beijing’s first retaliatory move against Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan could have a significant impact on tourism.
ebx.sh
November 16, 2025 at 2:23 AM
China has warned its citizens not to travel to Japan, the first significant retaliatory move by Beijing following comments by Japan's leader that Tokyo could intervene militarily if China uses force against Taiwan.
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The chemtrail conspiracy theory has persisted for decades despite a lack of scientific evidence. A communications researcher explains why these false beliefs about aircraft emissions are spreading now, and what role people like Tucker Carlson play in amplifying them. buff.ly/XSu6lOC
Why the chemtrail conspiracy theory lingers and grows – and why Tucker Carlson is talking about it
A communications researcher lays out the dynamics of conspiracy theory belief and why they gain traction in times of anxiety and uncertainty.
buff.ly
November 16, 2025 at 2:28 AM
The chemtrail conspiracy theory has persisted for decades despite a lack of scientific evidence. A communications researcher explains why these false beliefs about aircraft emissions are spreading now, and what role people like Tucker Carlson play in amplifying them. buff.ly/XSu6lOC
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Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin said Saturday that Brazilian exported goods to the U.S. including coffee, beef and tropical fruits would still be tariffed 40%, despite President Donald Trump’s decision to remove some import taxes.
Brazilian coffee, beef and tropical fruit will still be tariffed 40%, says Brazil’s vice president
Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin said Saturday that Brazilian exported goods to the U.S. including coffee, beef and tropical fruits would still be tariffed 40%, despite President Donald Tru…
trib.al
November 16, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin said Saturday that Brazilian exported goods to the U.S. including coffee, beef and tropical fruits would still be tariffed 40%, despite President Donald Trump’s decision to remove some import taxes.
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A White House memo alleges Alibaba aided China’s military with tech targeting the US, the FT reports, intensifying scrutiny of the e-commerce giant as it expands in global AI
White House Memo Claims Alibaba Has China Military Ties, FT Says
A White House national security memo claims Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. provided the Chinese military with technology support against targets in the US, the Financial Times reported, raising concerns about the e-commerce giant’s links to the People’s Liberation Army as it steps up efforts to compete globally in artificial intelligence.
bloom.bg
November 16, 2025 at 2:30 AM
A White House memo alleges Alibaba aided China’s military with tech targeting the US, the FT reports, intensifying scrutiny of the e-commerce giant as it expands in global AI
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A former Federal Reserve governor who retired in August listed several stock trades in her financial disclosure documents for 2024 that violated the central bank's ethics rules.
Former Fed governor's stock trades violated the central bank's ethics rules
A former Federal Reserve governor who retired in August listed several stock trades in her financial disclosure documents for 2024 that violated the central bank’s ethics rules.
bit.ly
November 16, 2025 at 2:30 AM
A former Federal Reserve governor who retired in August listed several stock trades in her financial disclosure documents for 2024 that violated the central bank's ethics rules.
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"Grey’s Anatomy" star James Pickens Jr. revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in a public service message at the end of a new episode.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals prostate cancer diagnosis
"Grey’s Anatomy" star James Pickens Jr. revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in a public service message at the end of a new episode.
bit.ly
November 16, 2025 at 2:30 AM
"Grey’s Anatomy" star James Pickens Jr. revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in a public service message at the end of a new episode.
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Letter: To keep loneliness and disconnection at bay, tune in to the local arts scene
Letter: To keep loneliness and disconnection at bay, tune in to the local arts scene
Letter: To keep loneliness and disconnection at bay, tune in to the local arts scene
www.sltrib.com
November 16, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Letter: To keep loneliness and disconnection at bay, tune in to the local arts scene
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Some of the country's highest home insurance prices are in the central U.S., a region generally considered to be protected from climate-driven disasters such as wildfires and hurricanes.
Why home insurance is unaffordable, even in places without wildfires or hurricanes
Some of the country's highest home insurance prices are in the central U.S., a region generally considered to be protected from climate-driven disasters such as wildfires and hurricanes.
n.pr
November 16, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Some of the country's highest home insurance prices are in the central U.S., a region generally considered to be protected from climate-driven disasters such as wildfires and hurricanes.
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President Trump issued pardons to two people convicted of crimes stemming from the events of Jan. 6, 2021, but not directly tied to the attack on the Capitol, expanding the scope of the broad clemency he had already granted to those caught up in the prosecutions related to the riot.
Trump Pardons Two for Crimes Related to Jan. 6
Daniel Edwin Wilson and Suzanne Kaye had been convicted of crimes indirectly connected to the 2021 attack on the Capitol.
nyti.ms
November 16, 2025 at 2:40 AM
President Trump issued pardons to two people convicted of crimes stemming from the events of Jan. 6, 2021, but not directly tied to the attack on the Capitol, expanding the scope of the broad clemency he had already granted to those caught up in the prosecutions related to the riot.