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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 4d

I recently sat down with three leaders who are part of the @obamafoundation.bsky.social's alumni network to hear more about their work to strengthen democracy in Hungary and Poland. They’re an example for us all. Take a look:

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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 5d

Congratulations to new Nobel Peace Prize laureate María Corina Machado for her courageous struggle to bring democracy to Venezuela.

Live Updates: María Corina Machado of Venezuela Is Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize

www.nytimes.com

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John Garver @geogarver.bsky.social · 5d

Colorado River Indian Tribes may grant personhood rights to 'living' river. "...we see it from a different perspective," she said. "Who uses the water and how much it's about protecting this river."

www.azcentral.com/story/news/l...

Amelia Flores and Deb Haaland sit at a table to sign the water rights agreement (in 2024) - photo Megan Mendoza

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@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · 5d

When discussing vaccines with patients, start with curiosity. Try saying, “Tell me more about what you’re thinking” to discover their specific concerns. @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social @scottgottliebmd.bsky.social @celinegounder.com @vinguptamd.bsky.social #MedSky tinyurl.com/ysvv5rnm

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 5d

@go4know.com Thanks for reposting

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Morgan J Freeman @mjfree.bsky.social · 6d

You don't get to wage war against your own country and expect a Nobel Peace Prize.

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 6d

BREAKING: Maria Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize

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Hakeem Jeffries @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social · 6d

The malicious prosecution of Attorney General Tish James is baseless.

And the indictment is not worth the paper it is written on.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 6d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 6d

Thanks @drkopacz.bsky.social

David Kopacz, MD @drkopacz.bsky.social · 6d

Congratulations!

Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 7d

Honoured and privileged to be invited to speak in Samarkand @upf.edu @drkopacz.bsky.social @drgavinfrancis.bsky.social @bschillace.brandyschillace.com @juliomayol.bsky.social @uam.es

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 8d

Thanks to @drgavinfrancis.bsky.social for this excellent article in @nyrb-imprints.bsky.social “Hope is the golden promise of every therapeutic encounter “ @drkopacz.bsky.social @chris6572.bsky.social

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David Kopacz, MD @drkopacz.bsky.social · 8d

"You are someone else’s hope. Hope isn’t abstract—it’s the belief that change is possible, that even in the darkest moments there’s a way forward."

@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · 9d

These portraits of grief, resilience, and dignity, foster empathy and dialogue—reminding us that hope and compassion are vital to medicine and community. @meggerber.medsky.social @drkopacz.bsky.social @drscotthadland.bsky.social @ryanmarino.bsky.social #MedSky tinyurl.com/8f9ua5zr

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@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · 8d

When the path is gray, reach out to your ethics committee for perspective. They help clarify options and provide guidance, which can improve communication with patients, families, and colleagues. @drberger.bsky.social @bermaninstitute.bsky.social #MedSky tinyurl.com/sv2sj2v4

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 8d

Health care is a right for every human being @drkopacz.bsky.social

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 14d

We believe healthcare is a right for every American.

But starting today, millions of people will be notified that they are being priced out of their insurance thanks to Republican policies.

Enough is enough. The GOP may shut down the government, but we will stand tall for YOU.

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 8d

We must stand together to keep humanity otherwise we are lost

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · Nov 12

Earnest post, but: a thing I like here is it’s okay to have moments of happiness in public without being broadly scolded, and I believe that sustaining this kind of humanity will be very important as we resist fascism.

We have to sustain each other. Making joy isn’t denial, it’s how we will survive

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 8d

This is an invasion by Trump and one which must be stopped

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David Kopacz, MD @drkopacz.bsky.social · 9d

gov-pritzker-newsroom.prezly.com/gov-pritzker...

Gov. Pritzker Statement on the Texas National Guard Being Deployed to Illinois

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker released the following statement after the Illinois National Guard was informed that the Texas National...

gov-pritzker-newsroom.prezly.com

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 9d

Great work Dave

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David Kopacz, MD @drkopacz.bsky.social · 9d

Medical Activism & Professional Identity
Psychiatry Grand Rounds I gave at UW Boise 1/14/22
youtu.be/V0NhRHP0FjY?...
#medicalactivism #professionalidentity #witnessingprofessional #activism #socialconsciousness #punkrock
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Medical Activism by Dave Kopacz, MD

YouTube video by UW Boise Psychiatry Residency Program

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David Kopacz, MD @drkopacz.bsky.social · 11d

Chris Smith & I have an article in About Place
"Freedom & Free Doom: Reflections on Agency, Doom, and Hope"
aboutplacejournal.org/issues/on-fr...
@aboutplacejournal.bsky.social
#freedom #doom #hope #agency
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Chris A Smith & David R Kopacz – On Freedom – About Place Journal

aboutplacejournal.org

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@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · 13d

Insomnia is a common condition that increases the risk of physical and mental health problems. Screening for it is an important part of patient care, and it can be quick and easy.
@rachelsalasmd.bsky.social @drchriswinter.bsky.social @aricprather.bsky.social closler.org/lifelong-lea...

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Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 13d

Important session at #HospitallaPrincesa in Madrid @uam.es @uambiblioteca.bsky.social @asomega.es

Jonathan McFarland @soulinmedicine.bsky.social · 14d

Thanks @drkopacz.bsky.social for this - I wish there were more people like #JaneGoodall in this crazy and dangerous world - maybe then it would be less dangerous and less crazy

David Kopacz, MD @drkopacz.bsky.social · 14d

"the...key thing is to realize that every day on this planet, you make a difference, and if you start thinking about the consequences of...choices you make...then we start to get the kind of world that we cannot be too embarrassed to leave to our children."
www.goodmorningamerica.com/culture/stor...

What Jane Goodall said in her last video message before her death

Tributes poured in for Jane Goodall on Wednesday, following her death at age 91.

www.goodmorningamerica.com

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@CLOSLER @closler.bsky.social · 16d

Sometimes the strongest initial intervention with patients is not a drug or a device, but a human voice that says, 'You are not alone.' @soulinmedicine.bsky.social #MedSky closler.org/connecting-w...

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