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The 7th Commando
@howlingcommando.bsky.social
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Reporting for duty in Skagit Valley, Washington to help keep the community safe and connected online! Lean on your friends, drink some beer, and punch Nazis!
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
Hey folks, there's a lot of trouble in the nation and we need heroes more than ever. We can all do our part to counter the fist of fascism and protect our most vulnerable neighbors.

The tired, the poor, the huddled masses yearning to breathe free; let's lift our lamps and light their way. 🔥
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 2h
The Union Block Bistro in Mount Vernon has some delicious food! The burrito with its tomato garnish is a bit camouflaged against the flowers on the plate, but if you look closely you can see it's a pretty good size. The fries were fresh and satisfying with savory sauce.

#skagit #mountvernonWA
An oblong plate of food on a dark wooden table. There are large potato fries, a round dish of white sauce, and a burrito with white cheese sauce and diced tomatoes. In the upper left corner there is a purple can of classic grape Olipop soda.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 2d
Hey, soldier! The Tri-Parish Food Bank needs volunteers to organize and bag food for its numerous recipients!

Thursdays and Fridays, from 10 AM to 12 PM, you can show up and offer help for this ongoing community endeavor.

The location is 935 Peterson Road in Burlington! 💜

#skagit #burlingtonwa
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 2d
Remember folks: Voting is a civic duty! And when fascism rears its ugly mug, duty calls!

The world feels overwhelming right now but, in the toolbox of building a better world, this is like the duct tape to block MAGA from gaining positions of authority in YOUR neighborhood. Stay frosty!
acluwa.bsky.social ACLU of Washington @acluwa.bsky.social · 2d
Washington's General Election is coming up on November 4. Do you have your voting plan ready?

Like with any goal, clarity is your friend. We're more likely to follow through when we know how, when, and where we'll be turning in our ballot.
Graphic encouraging voting with text: "VOTE" repeated, Title is "Create a Plan" with reminders underneath to decide the location and date/time when you will vote and to share with a buddy. White ACLU WA logo at the bottom. "Your Vote Matters" in colorful letters. Below are key dates for Washington's primary election: October 17 ballots were mailed to voters; October 27 is the deadline to register or update your address online or by mail; November is General Election Day and the deadline to register or updater your address in person.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 3d
Jennifer Knapp is a Grammy-nominated musician, the first Christian music artist to openly advocate for queer rights and discuss queer identities, and has a master's degree in theology! And in two days, you can see her perform live at White Branches, right in downtown Mount Vernon!

#LGBTQ #skagit
A poster advertising Jennifer Knapp's upcoming concert in Mount Vernon, Washington. Text reads: "White Branches presents Jennifer Knapp concert. October 22nd, 7 PM - 8:30 PM. $25 per person. Doors at 6:30 PM. 100 E Montgomery Street, Mount Vernon, WA. Whitebranches.com." There is also a QR code along the poster's orange border. There is a vertical image of Knapp dressed entirely in black gazing proudly at the camera, holding a polished wooden acoustic guitar, the color of which matches the poster's orange border.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 5d
Massive turnout for the No Kings rally in Burlington, WA.

We are all antifa. We are all Captain America. And today, hundreds of people in our small Skagit community hurled a declaration into the chilling rain:

"We will hold the line."

#skagit #NoKings
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 7d
Not gonna lie, this is the best damn jam I EVER did have.

I have no idea which local group or business made it, because I got it as a gift and there are no details on the label, but the flavors are remarkably rich. 10/10.

If anyone can identify its origins, comment below.

#skagit #mountvernonwa
Close-up of a glass jar of deep purple jam on a marble countertop. A white label across the jar's front says "Mount Vernon Mixed Berry" with a small image on the right side of some blueberries and rasperries.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 8d
By the way, every single Friday in front of the Mount Vernon courthouse, there's an anti-war protest from noon to 1 PM. It mostly centers on making an anti-genocide statement for Palestine, but if you also have anti-Trump signs or just want to help provide security, you're welcome to join. #skagit
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 9d
Sunday, October 26th
4:30 PM - 6 PM
Free community meal at the First United Methodist Church! The address is 1607 East Division Street.

Good food served by compassionate people, no ID or explanation required. ❤️

#skagit #mtvernonwa #mutualaid
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 9d
This is the best thing I've seen all day.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 9d
Abraham Erskine was one of the best characters in the film, and you're absolutely right about that quote.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 9d
While I sincerely appreciate Wonder Woman as a concept, I do find it important to point out that Gal Gadot is a Zionist.

I recommend advocating with a different version of Wonder Woman! I think generally, she and Cap would make a great team!

www.independent.co.uk/news/people/...
'Wonder Woman' actress posts pro-Israeli army message
As the conflict between Israel and Gaza worsened, she uploaded a photograph of herself praying with her daughter Alma alongside this message
www.independent.co.uk
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 9d
That's a beauty of a print right there!
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Prisonculture @prisonculture.bsky.social · 10d
The Regime's goal is to grind everyone down. Plain & simple. Our goal is to refuse this by taking turns to fight where and how we can. When one group needs to bow out, then another group needs to step in and so on. We don't all have to do everything. We can all do something though. Stay in the fight
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 9d
Saturday, October 18th
2-4 PM
An anti-Trump rally will take place near Cascade Mall in Burlington!

People have been signing up for it online, but a healthy habit for your own security is to simply show up without registering on any lists.

We're all antifa. Be there or be square. #skagit
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 10d
Hey fellas, here's a friendly reminder to protect your data from those fascist creeps and their clammy hands. One thing you can do is use Proton instead of Google! It's a Swiss company that prioritizes privacy over profit!

Have a look and see what you think! #datasecurity

proton.me/drive
Proton Drive: Free secure cloud storage | Proton
End-to-end encrypted file storage from Switzerland that lets you securely back up your files on the cloud, access them anywhere, and share them with anyone.
proton.me
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 11d
Hell yes. Free Palestine.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 11d
This video is two years old but still holds strong. If you've ever wondered how A.I. art functions and why real artists are so pissed off about it, Sam presents a clear and concise explanation.

Keep A.I. art out of our festivals and markets! #skagit #independentartists

youtu.be/5Viy3Cu3DLk?...
Why Artists are Fed Up with AI Art.
YouTube video by SamDoesArts
youtu.be
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 11d
Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay!

Remember, Indigenous people are not a monolith. Skagit Valley is home to the Samish Indian Nation, Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe, Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, and Upper Skagit Indian Tribe. Take some time to learn more!

www.skagitlandtrust.org/pages/landac...
Land Acknowledgement and Tribal Relations - Skagit Land Trust
www.skagitlandtrust.org
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
We are all Captain America.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
"Political violence has always been part of America’s story, not a passing anomaly, and not an episode.

To deny it is to leave Americans defenseless against it."

Remember, fellas: The only good Nazi is a...well, at the very least, a clobbered one.

www.cascadiadaily.com/2025/oct/08/...
Yes, this is who we are: America’s 250-year history of political violence | Cascadia Daily News
Americans should face the truth, own our past, head-on
www.cascadiadaily.com
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
If you're looking for safe space in which to participate or connect with likeminded individuals, the Burlington Lutheran Church on Victoria Avenue is a lovely place to be.

It's a compassionate, intelligent, socially active community that also cooperates closely with local Indigenous tribes. #skagit
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
Exactly. Passivity enables evil.

They have no right to feel a shred of comfort or relaxation in their social circles. Ostracize the hell out of them.
johnpavlovitz.bsky.social John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 12d
Good people need to start outing their ICE family members, neighbors, and community members.

They need to be made into pariahs in the places decent Americans gather.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
Alas, I have no answer for that question. 😅 It sucks, though.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
Totally valid. I gave up on the MCU a while back, especially after my disappointment in the What If? series. It just felt like a shallow fanfiction rather than a genuine homage to characters like Peggy, Howard, and the rest.
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The 7th Commando @howlingcommando.bsky.social · 12d
Don't forget, fellas: The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network is an excellent resource for current events.

ICE is active in Washington but, although their disgusting tactics strike fear into the hearts of many, there are reliable people keeping their eyes peeled and their hands open! waisn.org
Home - WAISN
WAISN is the largest immigrant-led coalition in Washington State. We are a powerful, volunteer network of immigrant and refugee-rights serving Washington State.
waisn.org