Celeste Pewter
@celestepewter.bsky.social
Former Dem staffer. UCI, King's College London, Johns Hopkins. | INFINITE SKY (Bloomsbury 2026) + more | Many bylines. | AAJA/SCBWI | Rep: Molly Ker Hawn at the Bent Agency (children's) Uwe Stender (adult nonfiction)
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Hi! I'm a former Dem staffer, who now works for a think tank. I'm also an author, with two announced projects + a few in the works. Expect a lot of here's-what-you-can-do posts from me.
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Hi! I'm a former Dem staffer, who now works for a think tank. I'm also an author, with two announced projects + a few in the works. Expect a lot of here's-what-you-can-do posts from me.
You can also find me on Insta: www.instagram.com/celestepewter/
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The only thing funnier is that, in the full clip, she was pointing to them b/c she said she hosted them (1) LAST WEEK for (2) a Free Press debate (3) about guns!
These were who she highlighted to illustrate that it's important "who's in the room" to have a "good-faith, very passionate" debate.
These were who she highlighted to illustrate that it's important "who's in the room" to have a "good-faith, very passionate" debate.
Don’t know what’s funnier—calling Alan Dershowitz, a man at war with multiple farmers markets—“charismatic,” or throwing it back to Dana Loesch who no one has even thought about since 2018
November 25, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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here is the full clip, which they haven't posted here yet. i am grateful they summarized it b/c ... oof. the clip is worse than the summary. it takes her almost 4 minutes to get through this. x.com/DropSiteNews...
"elevate charismatic figures such as Alan Dershowitz"
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November 25, 2025 at 4:05 AM
here is the full clip, which they haven't posted here yet. i am grateful they summarized it b/c ... oof. the clip is worse than the summary. it takes her almost 4 minutes to get through this. x.com/DropSiteNews...
The sham statement from the Trump WH is disgusting on so many levels, but -
I just keep thinking they KNOW their targets are going to get threatened, and they already know what happened to former Congresswoman Giffords.
Kudos to Kelly's statement. Let's make sure we're yelling about this too.
I just keep thinking they KNOW their targets are going to get threatened, and they already know what happened to former Congresswoman Giffords.
Kudos to Kelly's statement. Let's make sure we're yelling about this too.
Sen. Mark Kelly has released a statement.
"If this is meant to intimidate me and other members of Congress from doing our jobs and holding this administration accountable, it won't work. I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies..."
"If this is meant to intimidate me and other members of Congress from doing our jobs and holding this administration accountable, it won't work. I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies..."
November 24, 2025 at 7:24 PM
The sham statement from the Trump WH is disgusting on so many levels, but -
I just keep thinking they KNOW their targets are going to get threatened, and they already know what happened to former Congresswoman Giffords.
Kudos to Kelly's statement. Let's make sure we're yelling about this too.
I just keep thinking they KNOW their targets are going to get threatened, and they already know what happened to former Congresswoman Giffords.
Kudos to Kelly's statement. Let's make sure we're yelling about this too.
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Sen. Mark Kelly has released a statement.
"If this is meant to intimidate me and other members of Congress from doing our jobs and holding this administration accountable, it won't work. I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies..."
"If this is meant to intimidate me and other members of Congress from doing our jobs and holding this administration accountable, it won't work. I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies..."
November 24, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Sen. Mark Kelly has released a statement.
"If this is meant to intimidate me and other members of Congress from doing our jobs and holding this administration accountable, it won't work. I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies..."
"If this is meant to intimidate me and other members of Congress from doing our jobs and holding this administration accountable, it won't work. I've given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies..."
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Tatiana Schlossberg, the daughter of Caroline Kennedy, had just given birth when she was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia. She writes about her fear of adding another tragedy to her family’s life. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/LKMkhZ
A Battle with My Blood
When I was diagnosed with leukemia, my first thought was that this couldn’t be happening to me, to my family.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
November 22, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Tatiana Schlossberg, the daughter of Caroline Kennedy, had just given birth when she was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia. She writes about her fear of adding another tragedy to her family’s life. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/LKMkhZ
I was just thinking this on the book side of things.
Nuzzi is being published by Avid Reader, a non-fiction imprint at S&S I would love to get published by, because they have amazing authors. My cowriter & I have been working non-stop on a proposal.
Meanwhile, Olivia just.... gets in. 🫠
Nuzzi is being published by Avid Reader, a non-fiction imprint at S&S I would love to get published by, because they have amazing authors. My cowriter & I have been working non-stop on a proposal.
Meanwhile, Olivia just.... gets in. 🫠
it feels incredibly ridiculous I spent a good chunk of my career working on developing skills and experience in feature writing when there are very few jobs doing this anymore and then learning how Olivia Nuzzi got her job at Vanity Fair despite truly terrible ethics and questionable writing skills
November 24, 2025 at 6:29 AM
I was just thinking this on the book side of things.
Nuzzi is being published by Avid Reader, a non-fiction imprint at S&S I would love to get published by, because they have amazing authors. My cowriter & I have been working non-stop on a proposal.
Meanwhile, Olivia just.... gets in. 🫠
Nuzzi is being published by Avid Reader, a non-fiction imprint at S&S I would love to get published by, because they have amazing authors. My cowriter & I have been working non-stop on a proposal.
Meanwhile, Olivia just.... gets in. 🫠
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it feels incredibly ridiculous I spent a good chunk of my career working on developing skills and experience in feature writing when there are very few jobs doing this anymore and then learning how Olivia Nuzzi got her job at Vanity Fair despite truly terrible ethics and questionable writing skills
November 24, 2025 at 6:07 AM
it feels incredibly ridiculous I spent a good chunk of my career working on developing skills and experience in feature writing when there are very few jobs doing this anymore and then learning how Olivia Nuzzi got her job at Vanity Fair despite truly terrible ethics and questionable writing skills
So if any of you were thinking of buying Vanity Fair this month... don't.
I can't believe they let Anthony Breznican go for THIS.
I can't believe they let Anthony Breznican go for THIS.
The forthcoming print edition of Vanity Fair includes an abstract nude portrait of Olivia Nuzzi, @nataliekorach.bsky.social reports, writing about how the growing scandal is raising questions about the decision making at the magazine.
More in @status.news: www.status.news/p/olivia-nuz...
More in @status.news: www.status.news/p/olivia-nuz...
Condé’s Nuzzi Conundrum
Inside Condé Nast's media drama: Gabriel Nuzzi's revelations spark controversy, exposing internal tensions and unfolding newsroom dynamics with dramatic flair.
www.status.news
November 24, 2025 at 6:25 AM
So if any of you were thinking of buying Vanity Fair this month... don't.
I can't believe they let Anthony Breznican go for THIS.
I can't believe they let Anthony Breznican go for THIS.
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RIP Sister JoAnn Persch, immigrant advocate who, alongside Sister Pat Murphy, prayed the Rosary in English & Spanish every Friday outside Broadview ICE, no matter what **since 2007** She was still attempting to minister to people inside Broadview Nov. 1. Legend 💚 blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/18/s...
Sister JoAnn Persch, Trailblazing Immigrant Rights Activist, Dies At 91
Sister JoAnn Persch spent decades with the Sisters of Mercy, fighting for immigrant and refugee rights in Chicago and across the country. She prayed the rosary outside the Broadview ICE facility every...
blockclubchicago.org
November 18, 2025 at 11:20 PM
RIP Sister JoAnn Persch, immigrant advocate who, alongside Sister Pat Murphy, prayed the Rosary in English & Spanish every Friday outside Broadview ICE, no matter what **since 2007** She was still attempting to minister to people inside Broadview Nov. 1. Legend 💚 blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/18/s...
About to embark on the most Southern Californian rite of passages:
Going to go get iced coffee when it's pouring rain outside. And yes, I am wearing flip-flops.
Going to go get iced coffee when it's pouring rain outside. And yes, I am wearing flip-flops.
November 15, 2025 at 7:07 PM
About to embark on the most Southern Californian rite of passages:
Going to go get iced coffee when it's pouring rain outside. And yes, I am wearing flip-flops.
Going to go get iced coffee when it's pouring rain outside. And yes, I am wearing flip-flops.
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Might as well have the headline,
"I am the one who will fight for your honor
I'll be the anti-vaxxer
you're been dreaming of
we'll live forever
knowing together
we did it all for love."
(I think Peter Cetera should feel insulted by NYT today)
"I am the one who will fight for your honor
I'll be the anti-vaxxer
you're been dreaming of
we'll live forever
knowing together
we did it all for love."
(I think Peter Cetera should feel insulted by NYT today)
No. Just no. Burn it all down. 🤢
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
Olivia Nuzzi Did It All for Love
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Might as well have the headline,
"I am the one who will fight for your honor
I'll be the anti-vaxxer
you're been dreaming of
we'll live forever
knowing together
we did it all for love."
(I think Peter Cetera should feel insulted by NYT today)
"I am the one who will fight for your honor
I'll be the anti-vaxxer
you're been dreaming of
we'll live forever
knowing together
we did it all for love."
(I think Peter Cetera should feel insulted by NYT today)
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Feels like there's a Meatloaf song somewhere in here
No. Just no. Burn it all down. 🤢
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
Olivia Nuzzi Did It All for Love
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Feels like there's a Meatloaf song somewhere in here
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Hooray! @authorsabb.bsky.social is *OFFICIALLY* a nonprofit, and is now open for donations!
For the last two years we've been doing all this w free tools, or paying out of pocket, & we were STILL able to get SO MUCH DONE.
Imagine what we could do with $$$
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/donate/
For the last two years we've been doing all this w free tools, or paying out of pocket, & we were STILL able to get SO MUCH DONE.
Imagine what we could do with $$$
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/donate/
Donate - Authors Against Book Bans
Thank you for donating to Authors Against Book Bans. Your donation directly supports the freedom to read by powering our work with our partner organizations, bringing the author muscle to the fight to...
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Hooray! @authorsabb.bsky.social is *OFFICIALLY* a nonprofit, and is now open for donations!
For the last two years we've been doing all this w free tools, or paying out of pocket, & we were STILL able to get SO MUCH DONE.
Imagine what we could do with $$$
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/donate/
For the last two years we've been doing all this w free tools, or paying out of pocket, & we were STILL able to get SO MUCH DONE.
Imagine what we could do with $$$
www.authorsagainstbookbans.com/donate/
No. Just no. Burn it all down. 🤢
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
Olivia Nuzzi Did It All for Love
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:43 PM
No. Just no. Burn it all down. 🤢
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
(Yes, it's a gift link... please read it, so I don't feel gross wasting one of my ten on Olivia Nuzzi, hah.)
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In keeping with Donald Trump's statement, Sean Duffy is now questioning controllers' patriotism and vaguely threatening action against them.
Sean Duffy threatens "action" against air traffic controllers who didn't come to work during the shutdown: "I'm concerned about their patriotism."
November 11, 2025 at 10:20 PM
In keeping with Donald Trump's statement, Sean Duffy is now questioning controllers' patriotism and vaguely threatening action against them.
All, please be aware (!!)
"The Supreme Court on Monday turned down a request that it consider overturning its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago."
(Should be a gift article, holler at me if it's not)
"The Supreme Court on Monday turned down a request that it consider overturning its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago."
(Should be a gift article, holler at me if it's not)
Supreme Court Denies Request to Revisit Same-Sex Marriage Decision
www.nytimes.com
November 10, 2025 at 4:12 PM
All, please be aware (!!)
"The Supreme Court on Monday turned down a request that it consider overturning its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago."
(Should be a gift article, holler at me if it's not)
"The Supreme Court on Monday turned down a request that it consider overturning its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago."
(Should be a gift article, holler at me if it's not)
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With alt text. First Circuit denies DOJ's request for a stay.
November 10, 2025 at 5:21 AM
With alt text. First Circuit denies DOJ's request for a stay.
Without arguing the power dynamics happening right now, I really want to just reemphasize this point.
Do not let this get lost tonight/tomorrow in the inevitable media coverage to follow. It is the fault of the GOP.
Do not let this get lost tonight/tomorrow in the inevitable media coverage to follow. It is the fault of the GOP.
The Democrats are not at fault for anything going badly in your life right now.
November 10, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Without arguing the power dynamics happening right now, I really want to just reemphasize this point.
Do not let this get lost tonight/tomorrow in the inevitable media coverage to follow. It is the fault of the GOP.
Do not let this get lost tonight/tomorrow in the inevitable media coverage to follow. It is the fault of the GOP.
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This is key. The vote the Dems secured here is a fake nominal vote. Everyone knows this.
November 10, 2025 at 1:43 AM
This is key. The vote the Dems secured here is a fake nominal vote. Everyone knows this.
@2460fun.bsky.social This Aaron Tveit Christmas movie makes me laugh every year. Can we do a joint watch?!
November 6, 2025 at 1:44 AM
@2460fun.bsky.social This Aaron Tveit Christmas movie makes me laugh every year. Can we do a joint watch?!
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Update on the UPS crash in Louisville.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
What we know about the deadly UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky
At least nine people are dead and others wounded after UPS flight 2976 burst into flames and hit buildings during take-off.
www.bbc.com
November 5, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Update on the UPS crash in Louisville.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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We're a few weeks away from Thanksgiving & traditionally the Sunday following the holiday is the busiest air travel day of the year in the US & the Wednesday before is the second busiest.
This year is shaping up in an awful way.
www.washingtonpost.com/transportati...
This year is shaping up in an awful way.
www.washingtonpost.com/transportati...
U.S. orders 10% cut in flights at several airports as shutdown drags on
The Trump administration says the move, which will affect 40 markets, is part of an effort to ease pressure on air traffic controllers.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 5, 2025 at 11:10 PM
We're a few weeks away from Thanksgiving & traditionally the Sunday following the holiday is the busiest air travel day of the year in the US & the Wednesday before is the second busiest.
This year is shaping up in an awful way.
www.washingtonpost.com/transportati...
This year is shaping up in an awful way.
www.washingtonpost.com/transportati...
HELL YEAH CALIFORNIA! WE DID IT!
BREAKING: California voters have approved a new U.S. House map designed to boost Democrats in 2026, aiming to blunt GOP changes elsewhere.
Follow AP for live updates.
Follow AP for live updates.
Live updates: US voters head to the polls in first general election since Trump's return to power
One year after Donald Trump retook the presidency, 2025 Election Day includes closely watched races for New York City mayor, New Jersey governor and California's Proposition 50.
bit.ly
November 5, 2025 at 4:45 AM
HELL YEAH CALIFORNIA! WE DID IT!
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Please. 😭 I’m so tired of fighting with people over why Bluesky >>>> X in a professional capacity.
There are only so many ways I can professionally say X is a hollowed out skeleton of a platform with no lift and an ever decaying infrastructure.
And it smells of groupthink.
There are only so many ways I can professionally say X is a hollowed out skeleton of a platform with no lift and an ever decaying infrastructure.
And it smells of groupthink.
Politicians should probably get on Bluesky to get better in touch with the American electorate.
November 5, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Please. 😭 I’m so tired of fighting with people over why Bluesky >>>> X in a professional capacity.
There are only so many ways I can professionally say X is a hollowed out skeleton of a platform with no lift and an ever decaying infrastructure.
And it smells of groupthink.
There are only so many ways I can professionally say X is a hollowed out skeleton of a platform with no lift and an ever decaying infrastructure.
And it smells of groupthink.