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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 1h

Where can you find their music to listen to? They're great!

Tim Dickinson @timdickinson.bsky.social · 8h

Un-presidented brass band at city hall in Portland tonight celebrating the release of their clarinet player from federal custody

Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 1h

And being disabled isn't the end of the world - it's an adjustment for sure, but the way they frame it "I could escape it" - can you imagine saying that about death? Everyone dies, but I won't be a pussy like that! That's what it sounds like. Ridiculous.

Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 9h

“I don’t mask and I’m not sick”

“I don’t know anyone with Long Covid”

“I’m not worried I trust my immune system”

“If I get sick I will try harder to get better”

These are all coping mechanisms.

People can’t accept that they will likely become disabled eventually. 🧵

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 2h

How did he not notice it before people online did? I guess it seemed normal..... to a GOP congressman.
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

Capitol Police called to investigate swastika in GOP congressional office

An American flag altered to include an image of a swastika was found in Rep. Dave Taylor’s office.

www.politico.com

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 2h

That's awful! They were obviously so peaceful!!

Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 2h

There is so much talent in Portland! Right on!

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StrictlyChristo 🇺🇦🌻❌👑 @strictlychristo.bsky.social · 17h

“Let me never fall into the vulgar mistake of dreaming that I am persecuted whenever I am contradicted.”

― Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 2h

Hobbies are trends too - I think it's a super valid accessory

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 2h

Why are they platforming this moron? She's not a scientist either. And while health economists are often full of shit I'll take that over whatever RFK is.

Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 2h

I'm so pleased that my home state and my adoptive home state are both participating!

Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 7h

15 US states and territories have formed a new Public Health Alliance, which will counter the absence of federal leadership by tracking outbreaks, issuing guidance, buying vaccines and more.

Members of the new alliance include CA, CO, CT, DE, GU, HI, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, NC, OR, RI, WA.

Map: Governors Public Health Alliance
* Guam is also a member of the alliance
Updated October 15, 2025
Map: @luckytran • Created with Datawrapper

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 3h

Solidarity is a beautiful thing.

🌹Weegie 🍀 @onefussyone.bsky.social · 9h

As reported, dozens of reporters turned in access badges and exited the Pentagon today, rather than agree to government-imposed restrictions on their work.

Hey, White House press pool members, find your goddamned spines and do the same. Shame on you if you don't.

Image: Journalists garrying thier belongings out of the Pentagon after turning in their access badges.

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 10h

Go ahead and skip protein shakes!!!!

Forbes @forbes.com · 1d

Tests from Consumer Reports found more than two-thirds of 23 popular protein products contained unsafe levels of lead.

Lead Is Becoming More Common Among Protein Powders And Shakes, Report Says

Tests from Consumer Reports found more than two-thirds of 23 popular protein products contained unsafe levels of lead.

www.forbes.com

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 11h

The most transparent.....

Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 14h

“The Defense Department has confiscated the badges of the Pentagon reporters from virtually every major media organization in America,” the Pentagon Press Association said

Oct. 15, 2025
PENTAGON PRESS ASSOCIATION
STATEMENT
Today, the Defense Department confiscated the badges of the Pentagon reporters from virtually every major media organization in America. It did this because reporters would not sign onto a new media policy over its implicit threat of criminalizing national security reporting and exposing those who sign it to potential prosecution.
The Pentagon Press Association's members are still committed to reporting on the U.S. military. But make no mistake, today, Oct. 15, 2025 is a dark day for press freedom that raises concerns about a weakening U.S. commitment to transparency in governance, to public accountability at the Pentagon and to free speech for all.
PPA

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🎃 @clutchbucket.bsky.social · 12h

"I don't need this shit" -- me, when there's shit going on that I don't need

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 16h

😆😆😆😆😆 we're fucked

Forbes @forbes.com · 1d

China, the largest exporter of rare earths, has expanded export controls.

Rare Earth Stocks Decline As US-China Trade Tensions Persist

China, the largest exporter of rare earths, has expanded export controls.

www.forbes.com

Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 16h

The mother of a 3 year old is detained in A DIFFERENT STATE because she played Ghostbusters? Does that in any way sound reasonable to anyone!??!!!

David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 1d

“A clarinet player was arrested after playing her instrument to the tune of the ‘Ghostbusters’ theme song outside of a Portland ICE facility…”

Musician playing ‘Ghostbusters’ outside ICE facility is arrested by agents

‘Taking us citizens out of state to detain them without charge is a new action from the Feds and should be opposed,’ her band said

www.independent.co.uk

Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 16h

Amen to that

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 1d

His whole tone shifted after that info hit.... that reporter was on 🔥

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Peter Morley ♿️ @petermorley.bsky.social · 1d

🔥MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS UPDATE🔥

1) Some MA Providers are leaving marketplace.
2) No auto-enrollment if YOUR plan is dropped, you'll have until 12/31 to sign-up OR in 2026 have 80% Medicare Coverage & NO RX PLAN!
3) 1M+ which is an estimated 3% on MA will LOSE their plans.

PLEASE REPOST & SHARE!🔥

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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 1d

Yes your taxes should support disabled people.

They should support homeless people.

They should support those living in poverty, children and the elderly.

This is literally the purpose of taxes, and I would far rather support those who need it than continue to enrich the elite.

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 1d

When I purchased my home, I had no idea that it was 7 minutes from the facility that makes my medication! It was huge, but the people were the most impressive. Everyone really valued that what they did made a difference, and I really valued that.

Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 1d

I was so impressed with how many people had been at the company 40+ years, and how enthusiastic and dedicated everyone was to our health. It was a beautiful experience. And seeing 11,000 L of plasma is pretty freaking cool!

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 1d

I had a wonderful time at #Grifols pharmaceutical company yesterday taking a tour and seeing how my medicine gets made, then I got to participate in a panel discussion so the staff there could hear how the medication has impacted my life.... 1/3

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Michelle says: Be kind. Always. ❤️ @snarkysillysad.bsky.social · 1d

The most interesting game of freeze tag I've ever seen: #AGoodPlace

Source: www.reddit.com/r/AnimalsBei...

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 1d

It’s amazing how all the reporting is just memory-holing this part

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Stephanie Flynn @stephanieflynn.bsky.social · 1d

Wow! Very cool!

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