Riley Lyons
@ryeguythefungi.bsky.social
He/Him
Second Grade teacher.
Queer. 🏳️🌈
I love dad jokes, dinosaurs, outer space, & sharks. AuDHD. Polyamorous.
Black Lives Matter. Trans rights are human rights. Pro-Choice. With Liberty and Justice for *ALL* - I hope that someday this will be true.
Second Grade teacher.
Queer. 🏳️🌈
I love dad jokes, dinosaurs, outer space, & sharks. AuDHD. Polyamorous.
Black Lives Matter. Trans rights are human rights. Pro-Choice. With Liberty and Justice for *ALL* - I hope that someday this will be true.
The public deserves to know the extent of Epstein’s abuse and to hold accountable anybody—regardless of political affiliation—who enabled it. Add your name to the petition to demand the Department of Justice and White House publicly release the files.
sign.moveon.org/petitions/ep...
sign.moveon.org/petitions/ep...
Release the Epstein Files
The public deserves to know the extent of Epstein’s abuse and to hold accountable anybody—regardless of political affiliation—who enabled it. Add your name to the petition to demand the Department of ...
sign.moveon.org
October 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
The public deserves to know the extent of Epstein’s abuse and to hold accountable anybody—regardless of political affiliation—who enabled it. Add your name to the petition to demand the Department of Justice and White House publicly release the files.
sign.moveon.org/petitions/ep...
sign.moveon.org/petitions/ep...
Add your name to the petition demanding Congress pass legislation requiring all immigration agents to clearly display their agency and name or badge number—just like other local law enforcement are required to do. sign.moveon.org/petitions/un...
Tell Congress: Unmask ICE!
Add your name to the petition demanding Congress pass legislation requiring all immigration agents to clearly display their agency and name or badge number—just like other local law enforcement are re...
sign.moveon.org
October 17, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Add your name to the petition demanding Congress pass legislation requiring all immigration agents to clearly display their agency and name or badge number—just like other local law enforcement are required to do. sign.moveon.org/petitions/un...
This cause is also close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/de...
Defend the science and scientists that keep the public safe!
Please join science supporters, scientists, and experts in signing an open letter asking Congress to stand up against attempts to politicize or eliminate scientific roles, agencies, and federal resear...
sign.moveon.org
October 17, 2025 at 7:56 PM
This cause is also close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/de...
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/ba...
Ban loud ads on all streaming platforms!
California just passed a law mandating that ads on streaming services match the noise level of the movie or television show being watched. So the framework already exists—we just need more states to t...
sign.moveon.org
October 17, 2025 at 7:55 PM
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/ba...
I’m a male 2nd grade teacher in a Title 1 school building a classroom library + base setup from scratch. Most items under $6! 💛 Help a teacher out:
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Fun fact? I was featured in the New York Times on the importance of male primary teachers.
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Fun fact? I was featured in the New York Times on the importance of male primary teachers.
Classroom Wishlist | Amazon Gift List
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June 24, 2025 at 4:11 AM
I’m a male 2nd grade teacher in a Title 1 school building a classroom library + base setup from scratch. Most items under $6! 💛 Help a teacher out:
www.amazon.com/registries/g...
Fun fact? I was featured in the New York Times on the importance of male primary teachers.
www.amazon.com/registries/g...
Fun fact? I was featured in the New York Times on the importance of male primary teachers.
I made it to the Top 5!
This means I am a semi-finalist! Thank you to everyone who has voted for me so far. This is the last round before the groups merge. Please continue voting so I don't drop out now.
www.americasfavteacher.org/2025/riley-lyons
This means I am a semi-finalist! Thank you to everyone who has voted for me so far. This is the last round before the groups merge. Please continue voting so I don't drop out now.
www.americasfavteacher.org/2025/riley-lyons
March 29, 2025 at 8:50 PM
I made it to the Top 5!
This means I am a semi-finalist! Thank you to everyone who has voted for me so far. This is the last round before the groups merge. Please continue voting so I don't drop out now.
www.americasfavteacher.org/2025/riley-lyons
This means I am a semi-finalist! Thank you to everyone who has voted for me so far. This is the last round before the groups merge. Please continue voting so I don't drop out now.
www.americasfavteacher.org/2025/riley-lyons
Please help me become America's Favorite Teacher! Plus, my Title 1 predominantly Black elementary school will get a special assembly hosted by Bill Nye the Science Guy! You can vote once daily for free. Voting for the TOP 20 ends Thursday the 6th of March at 7PM PST and I am already in 7th place!
March 3, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Please help me become America's Favorite Teacher! Plus, my Title 1 predominantly Black elementary school will get a special assembly hosted by Bill Nye the Science Guy! You can vote once daily for free. Voting for the TOP 20 ends Thursday the 6th of March at 7PM PST and I am already in 7th place!
Actual screenshot I took from Google Maps... What is happening?!
February 12, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Actual screenshot I took from Google Maps... What is happening?!
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The price of eggs in the US is spiking, mostly due to #H5N1 bird flu. Solving the problem requires urgent, important communications from the CDC & FDA* and rapid development of research by the NIH**
* Currently paused by Executive Order
** Grant reviews now all canceled
www.kcur.org/news/2025-01...
* Currently paused by Executive Order
** Grant reviews now all canceled
www.kcur.org/news/2025-01...
Egg prices are soaring again. Here’s why and what to expect
Bird flu has killed millions of hens in recent weeks, shrinking the supply of eggs and hiking up prices at grocery stores.
www.kcur.org
January 23, 2025 at 5:18 PM
The price of eggs in the US is spiking, mostly due to #H5N1 bird flu. Solving the problem requires urgent, important communications from the CDC & FDA* and rapid development of research by the NIH**
* Currently paused by Executive Order
** Grant reviews now all canceled
www.kcur.org/news/2025-01...
* Currently paused by Executive Order
** Grant reviews now all canceled
www.kcur.org/news/2025-01...
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Thou shalt accept that DEI didn't hold your career back -- you're just mid, bro.
January 23, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Thou shalt accept that DEI didn't hold your career back -- you're just mid, bro.
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Reposted by Riley Lyons
Reposted by Riley Lyons
This is how you do it...
January 22, 2025 at 3:23 PM
This is how you do it...
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Attention Jan. 6th rioters:
The Pearly Gates do not recognize pardons granted by convicted felons.
Regards,
God
The Pearly Gates do not recognize pardons granted by convicted felons.
Regards,
God
January 23, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Attention Jan. 6th rioters:
The Pearly Gates do not recognize pardons granted by convicted felons.
Regards,
God
The Pearly Gates do not recognize pardons granted by convicted felons.
Regards,
God
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As expected, Trump’s first day in office brought chaos. Immigration, LGBTQ+ rights, and federal programs were all targeted in his first wave of executive orders—but not everything will stick. The Big Picture breaks it all down in this handy guide to Trump's most deplorable day one actions.
Making Sense Out of the Chaos
A helpful guide to some of the worst of Trump's Day One actions
thinkbigpicture.substack.com
January 22, 2025 at 3:15 AM
As expected, Trump’s first day in office brought chaos. Immigration, LGBTQ+ rights, and federal programs were all targeted in his first wave of executive orders—but not everything will stick. The Big Picture breaks it all down in this handy guide to Trump's most deplorable day one actions.
Reposted by Riley Lyons
Reposted by Riley Lyons
I'm not one of those Black people who feel like "rest is resistance." I do, however, feel like rest is essential, as it prepares you for acts of resistance.
January 21, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I'm not one of those Black people who feel like "rest is resistance." I do, however, feel like rest is essential, as it prepares you for acts of resistance.
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I’m going to read so many books over the next four years.
January 21, 2025 at 2:04 AM
I’m going to read so many books over the next four years.
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If you’re afraid to write your book because you think its content stands no chance in the coming climate, Remember that banned books (and books victims thought the world would never see) are the only honest window we have into some of the darkest moments of history. Write the book. #booksky
January 21, 2025 at 12:34 PM
If you’re afraid to write your book because you think its content stands no chance in the coming climate, Remember that banned books (and books victims thought the world would never see) are the only honest window we have into some of the darkest moments of history. Write the book. #booksky
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Reposted by Riley Lyons
Make sure you buy banned books. Get a library card and borrow banned books. Read banned books.
January 21, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Make sure you buy banned books. Get a library card and borrow banned books. Read banned books.
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Today and in the coming days, remember
January 20, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Today and in the coming days, remember