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Donna Halper

@devorahleah.bsky.social

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Media historian, author, professor, public speaker, former rock & roll deejay (best known for having discovered the rock band Rush, who dedicated 2 albums to me). Inducted into the Mass. Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2023.

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 9h

I do enjoy it. I find it a pleasant respite from what's going on in the world. I even blogged about my philosophy of Wordle a few weeks ago: dlhalperblog.blogspot.com/2025/06/the-...

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 9h

Sorry the Wordle Gods and Goddesses were unkind to you tonight. Hoping for a better outcome tomorrow!

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 11h

Well, that's a relief: instead of an unimpressive 6, I came back with a much-improved 4 on tonight's Wordle. And how did you do? Wordle #1,579 4/6

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 11h

I probably do pick some words that were used (and thus, they're not the right word); but I'm not being critical of anyone's techniques. I'm just saying that I don't use any hints when I'm playing. If I make a mistake, so be it.

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 16h

Never look at stuff like this, nor do I seek out hints. I just play the game, to the best of my ability, and whatever score I get, at least I tried my best! 😊

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

I'm amazed I solved this Wordle at all. Terrible letters, nothing seemed to work, but at least I kept my streak alive, though just barely, getting an unimpressive 6. And how did you do? Wordle #1,578 6/6

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

My senators hear from me regularly. They're good folks who care deeply about this issue. Both Sen. Warren & Sen. Markey have been very vocal about it, but sadly, they're in the minority party. Republicans don't seem to care about immigrants nor will they object to anything Dear Leader does. Sad.

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

As Adam Serwer wrote in the Atlantic, "The cruelty is the point."

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

I agree. But then, the cruelty IS the point.

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

I'm sure everyone in Massachusetts feels safer now that ICE detained a 13 year old Brazilian immigrant on his way to school & shipped him 500 miles from his mom. (She's authorized to work & has an upcoming asylum hearing.) How does detaining her son (who broke no laws) make us a better country?🤦‍♀️

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

Dylan didn't care about his voice either. Be yourself. Be natural. Sing from your heart. And don't let the critics get you down. Geddy Lee of Rush would concur, I'm certain. 😊

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

I lost a 322 day streak about three months ago. I was not amused. But all you can do is start a new one. Glad we both did.

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 1d

What you are doing is much more important. My hat's off to you.

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

Nice to see some improvement-- last night I scraped by with a 6, and tonight, thanks to some logic, I ended up with a 4. You never know what will happen in Wordle. And how did you do? Wordle #1,577 4/6

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

Just remember that people in other time zones are still playing. I tend to wait at least a day before giving anyone what might be seen as a hint.

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

You and a large number of other folks lost their streaks on this word (I almost lost mine-- barely escaped with a 6).

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

Yes I thought your response was a bit harsh; but as I said, I chalked it up to internet miscommunication. Meanwhile, please rethink your assessment of why Geddy & Alex are doing this, & Give them the space to honor Neil in their own way. Being musicians & performers is a large part of who they are.

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

So, I did listen. First, I love your accent. Second, your style is reminiscent of Bob Dylan or Donovan. I did hear some little mistakes, however. We can discuss. But I wondered if you have any songs you've done in a studio, because you have a very pleasant vocal delivery.

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

People are always telling me they'll do [whatever] as soon as they get around to it. So, I feel as if it's my duty to be helpful and let them know I have one, if they need it. 😉

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

And if you felt my response was directed at you personally, I apologize. As I said, you have every right to feel whatever way you want, and I would never judge you--mom didn't raise me like that. Let's call it just another online misunderstanding. And I do wish you well.

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 2d

I'm not attacking you, or anyone. Someone commented about all the negativity on line, using a post about the Rush reunion as an example. That said, of course you have a right to feel whatever way you want to. As for me, Geddy & Alex are my friends, & if reuniting brings them joy, I'm happy for them.

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 3d

Who is casting whom out? I don't understand your response. And it's true. Some folks are not happy about the reunion. Not sure why you are upset with me.

Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 3d

No, you are not a loser-- you're just one of the many whose streaks came to an unexpected end. But you can start a new one tonight!

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 3d

You are among the many who lost their streaks on this word. I'm sure you will start a new one tonight!

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Donna Halper @devorahleah.bsky.social · 3d

A lot of folks lost their streaks on this word. Sorry you were one of them...