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Charlene A. Carruthers

@charlenecarruthers.bsky.social

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she|her, Writer, Educator, Filmmaker, and recovering community organizer. Also, PhD Candidate in Black Studies at Northwestern University. www.charlenecarruthers.com

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · May 22

I just wrote my first set of #morningpages. My hand is beyond sore. I hope to gain more stamina with regular practice. I started not because I feel completely blocked. I wanna level up. I'm writing a dissertation, a feature length screenplay, in post on a short, and pre- on another short.

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Girl, I Guess @mikellestreet.bsky.social · 16h

Very sad to have published this obituary tonight, but tried to do her legacy justice

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Stonewall Veteran and Legendary Trans Activist, Has Died at 78

www.them.us/story/miss-m...

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, Stonewall Veteran and Legendary Trans Activist, Has Died at 78

Miss Major continued fighting for trans rights even after two strokes and other health concerns.

www.them.us

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Eric Stanley @stillhere415.bsky.social · 16h

Devastated and undone but celebrating that we got to be on the planet at the same time as our beloved Major.

May we all be as unwavering In the face of fascism as she remained.

Sending love to the rest of the family.

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 15h

I need to follow more Black queers on here. My IG is full of tributes to Miss Major.

Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 15h

The lady who rolls the best gnocchi on Chefs Table.

Katelyn Boo-urns @katelynburns.com · 1d

name an italian more worthy of an american holiday than columbus

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Deborah McDowell @dem8z.bsky.social · 1d

PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD!!

The University of Texas-Austin is beginning a process to eliminate the Black Studies, Latino Studies, and Gender Studies departments in the College of Liberal Arts. This is a grave threat to the educational liberty of students, faculty, staff, and the people of Texas. 1/

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 3d

I’m losing my breath laughing

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Positive Black Content @miiriya.com · 3d

A Black Mom who lost her job a few months ago is having a hard time making rent these past few months. She does on-demand delivery to get by but had to spend on car repairs, and this month she won’t make it. If we each give $1 she’ll reach her goal. We’ve helped 158 people so far, let’s keep going.

My name is Brittany and im a single mother of a 3yr old baby girl, I lost my job back in June and started doing amazon flex to make ends meet and make last months rent but this month just seems to be more difficult.

I drive a 2002 PT cruiser and (which is on its last leg but still getting us from A to B!) But I had to replace my tie rods and that blew a chunk out of my earnings! My rent is 1250.00 but im sure I can make a portion of it before the first.

Any and all donations and prayers are greatly appreciated and thank you to everyone in advance!

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Positive Black Content @miiriya.com · 4d

Miiriya Mutual Aid System raised $150,000+ for 150+ struggling people in just a small period of time, paying for their groceries, electric/water/phone bills, prevented eviction etc. The system already exists, now enough ppl just need to know about it so ppl meet their goals even faster, make noise

Positive Black Content @miiriya.com · 5d

I created an app where you can shop Black Owned Businesses on one app. It has a Mutual Aid section and so far it helped raise $150,000+ people struggling in the community. Reaching out to Blacksky to help spread this, this combo of helping Black Businesses, simultaneously giving back is amazing and-

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Gabrielle A. Perry, MPH @geauxgabrielle.bsky.social · 3d

The president of the United States is getting flu and COVID booster shots but telling YOU that you shouldn’t and that removing access across every state via the pharmacies.

PHYSICIAN TO THE PRESIDENT
THE WHITE HOUSE
MEMORANDUM
October 10, 2025
TO: KAROLINE LEAVITT, WHITE HOUSE PRESS SECRETARY
PHYSICIAN TO THE PRESIDENT
CAPTAIN, U.S. NAVY
SUBJECT: President Donald J. Trump Completes Comprehensive Follow-Up Evaluation at
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
President Donald J. Trump successfully completed a scheduled follow-up evaluation today at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The visit was part of his ongoing health maintenance plan and included advanced imaging, laboratory testing, and preventive health assessments conducted by a multidisciplinary team of specialists. These evaluations were performed in coordination with leading academic and medical consultants to ensure optimal cardiovascular health and continued wellness.
Comprehensive laboratory studies performed in conjunction with the visit were exceptional, including stable metabolic, hematologic, and cardiac parameters.
In preparation for upcoming international travel, President Trump also received preventive health screenings and immunizations, including annual influenza and updated COVID-19 booster vaccinations.
President Trump continues to demonstrate excellent overall health. His cardiac age-a validated measure of cardiovascular vitality via ECG-was found to be approximately 14 years younger than his chronological age. He continues to maintain a demanding daily schedule without restriction.
SUMMARY: President Donald J. Trump remains in exceptional health, exhibiting strong cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, and physical performance.

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Prisonculture @prisonculture.bsky.social · 3d

CHICAGO: REBUILD is providing therapy to folks detained by ICE. Please feel free to let people know.

findmeatherapist.org

Find Me A Therapist

findmeatherapist.org

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 3d

The Dems are already running, so I don’t think so.

Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 3d

You are not asking for my two cents at all. This makes me think about how many republicans will make their plays by distancing themselves from 47' right now.

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 4d

Not me opening up chapter feedback from my committee member thinking “let me see how much she ate me up” 😩😭😂

Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 4d

What does that have to do with a book recommendation? I recommended a book, just one book, and you made it about you.

Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 4d

So, mentioning Black people means that no one else matters? You should take a moment to think about why you responded that way.

If someone recommends a boom about Asian people I don’t hop in their mentions saying “not just Asian people experience that.” Not only is it rude, it’s ignorant.

Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 4d

Why did you think this was necessary to say?

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 4d

It would be incredible if folks coming into consciousness around the ICE raids were also able to make the connection the family policing. I highly recommend Dorothy Roberts book “Torn Apart: How the Child Welfare System Destroys Black Families--and How Abolition Can Build a Safer World“

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 4d

Dorothy Roberts calls it family policing. If you’re not familiar, I suggest reading her book “Torn Apart: How the Child Welfare System Destroys Black Families--and How Abolition Can Build a Safer World“

Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 5d

No, because even the ridicule could lead (and had led) to more training as a solution. Thats more money for things that don’t work.

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The TRiiBE @thetriibe.com · 5d

NEW — Rod Johnson will never forget federal agents zip-tying his hands behind his back.

The night of the South Shore raid in Chicago, Johnson said he was detained for two hours.

“I’m an American citizen with no warrants,” Johnson said.

thetriibe.com/2025/10/sout...

South Shore raid triggers past traumas and sparks new conversations about divisions between Black and Latino communities • The TRiiBE

Federal agent activity on Chicago’s South and West sides put Black people in the crosshairs.

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 5d

Some people don’t want it in their tv’s, don’t want to see it on their phones. It’s kinda how things went down with Obama 😬

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 5d

Are people asking for more skillful kidnappings? Is there a more civil way to strip a child from their parents?

I know the answer to that question for some, it’s yes. People would rather it be less visible, less fuss, and less overtly violent.

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Charlene A. Carruthers @charlenecarruthers.bsky.social · 5d

folks, the training bit doesn’t work for cops and it doesn’t work for ICE.

Eman Abdelhadi @emanabdelhadi.bsky.social · 5d

Seeing many posts about how ICE isn't trained. That's not really the problem. The problem is what they were sent to do, not whether they're qualified to do it.

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Wasafiri Magazine @wasafirimag.bsky.social · 5d

What can we learn from the political organisers who came before us?

Read an extract from the forthcoming collection, WE ARE EACH OTHER'S LIBERATION: BLACK AND ASIAN FEMINIST SOLIDARITIES, edited by Rachel Kuo, Jaimee A. Swift, and TD Tso (@haymarketbooks.org).

www.wasafiri.org/content/excl...

Exclusive Extract — We Are Each Other's Liberation: Black and Asian Feminist Solidarities

We're delighted to share an exclusive extract from the forthcoming collection, We Are Each Other's Liberation:

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Authors Against Book Bans @authorsabb.bsky.social · 5d

We have been winning school board & local elections all across the country thanks to work like this. If you're in Texas, find your district, do your research, share what you learn with your neighbors.

Frank Strong @frankstrong.bsky.social · 5d

It's finally ready! October's most anticipated release, w/ the possible exception of The Life of a Showgirl, is The Book-Loving Texan's Guide to the November School Board Elections. If you hate book bans, read this to know who to vote for and who to campaign against! docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Book-Loving Texan's Guide to the November 2025 School Board Elections

The Book-Loving Texan’s Guide to the November 2025 School Board Elections (This is a mobilization tool. Use it to volunteer, donate, and organize in your community.) Election Day: Tuesday, November 4...

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