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JD
@modernhumanist.bsky.social
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Retired physicist with 4 decades of experience in the specification, testing and regulation of medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biomedical products.
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Sea_side Sea_witch @seasideseawitch.bsky.social · 16h
#trumpiscooked #nokings #communityresistance
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 18h
Probably the only ones here that aren't immigrants
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 18h
More from Seattle
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 18h
Seattle Center
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 19h
On our way!
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 2d
Do we need to remind the Speaker that he is still being paid to do his job
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 2d
“I think what they’re doing is backfiring. Our numbers are skyrocketing.“ - @ezralevin.bsky.social on Republicans’ lies about the peaceful No Kings protests

There are more RSVPs and events planned for Saturday than there were back in June. Please join us: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i... #NoKings
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 2d
Immature yes, kid no.
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ACLU @aclu.org · 2d
Brown University joined MIT in rejecting President Trump’s "compact" that would erode nondiscrimination protections for students and faculty, campus free speech, and the integrity of medical research.

Every college and university must follow suit and defend academic freedom from government abuse.
Brown University rejects Trump administration compact
President Christina Paxson P’19 P’MD’20 said that the compact would “restrict academic freedom and undermine the autonomy of Brown’s governance.”
www.browndailyherald.com
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 5d
A reminder is that freedom of religion allows you to practice any religion you want. It doesn't allow any religion to be above the law.
Let's protect kids not abusers!

www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
WA clergy shielded from reporting confessions of abuse
An agreement filed Friday aims to resolve key constitutional questions about how far mandatory reporting requirements can extend into religious practice.
www.seattletimes.com
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Seattle Indivisible @seattleindivisible.bsky.social · 6d
Meet here: Seattle Center Fountain. Rally Noon, March 1 pm thru downtown and end nearby. Seattle No Kings rally and march details: up to date www.seattleindivisible.com/nokings
-/ locations / accessibility / safety / transit

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Congresswoman Suzan DelBene @repdelbene.bsky.social · 5d
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize the resilience of Indigenous Peoples and the injustices they’ve experienced throughout history. I stand with our Native communities today and always in their continued fight for justice.
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NPR @npr.org · 6d
In South Carolina, more than 150 unvaccinated schoolkids are under quarantine after being exposed to measles. Across the U.S., total case counts could be even higher than the official number. n.pr/4obbfnK
U.S. measles cases continue to climb, with outbreaks across the country
In South Carolina, more than 150 unvaccinated schoolkids are under quarantine after being exposed to measles. Across the U.S., total case counts could be even higher than the official number.
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Seattle Indivisible @seattleindivisible.bsky.social · 8d
Speaker Mike “little” Johnson said that No Kings protests are "hate America". We say, standing up against a wanna-be king is not hate, it is PATRIOTISM.

#nokings #DefendDemocracy #DefendTheConstitution #nokingsseattle @indivisible.org #indivisible
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 8d
NYC: Let’s show up later today to support Tish James. Attorney General James stands up to bullies, and that’s exactly why she was indicted by a prosecutor handpicked by Trump. AG James has always had New York's back and New Yorkers will always have hers. 👇
Hands OFF Tish James Rally · New York Working Families Party
## **CALL TO ACTION** **FRIDAY 10/10 at FOLEY SQUARE** ### On the evening of October 9th, Attorney General Tish James was indicted by a prosecutor handpicked by Trump. Attorney General James has lon...
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 13d
www.gocomics.com/shoe/2025/10...
Shoe by Gary Brookins & Susie MacNelly for October 5, 2025 | GoComics
Read Shoe—a comic strip by creator Gary Brookins & Susie MacNelly—for today, October 5, 2025, and check out other great comics, too!
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 14d
"I distrust those people who know so well what God wants them to do, because I notice it always coincides with their own desires."

Susan B. Anthony
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 14d
And surprisingly they still get paid even if contributing members of the federal government don't.
murray.senate.gov Senator Patty Murray @murray.senate.gov · 14d
After shutting down the government, House Republicans went on vacation all this week.

Now they're on vacation ALL NEXT WEEK, TOO. It's absurd.

No one should pretend Republicans care about reopening government or saving your health care.
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 14d
Clinical narcissism refers to a mental health condition characterized by a pervasive pattern of grandiosity, entitlement, and lack of empathy. It is a form of personality disorder, as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). www.nytimes.com/2025/10/03/b...
Treasury Plans to Mint $1 Commemorative Trump Coin
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 16d
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Director of Eisenhower Library in Kansas ousted after refusing to give Trump administration a sword
The director of the presidential library and museum in Abilene, Kansas, said he was suddenly told to resign or be fired. He refused to give the Trump administration a historic sword from the museum’s ...
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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 16d
In this moment of federal overreach and cruelty, it’s particularly important to know your rights.

Washington state will always stand up for the rule of law.
Graphic on "Know Your Rights" showing what to do if an immigration officer approaches, if you are arrested, detained, or taken into custody, and what we're doing in Washington. Visit https://www.atg.wa.gov/know-your-rights-civil-immigration-enforcement-washington to see more detailed info.
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 16d
This Is What Autocrats Dread. But "Successful democratic movements depend, above all, on courage." Must read for those formulating the Democratic playbook.

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/o...
Opinion | This Is What Autocrats Dread
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Radio Free America @radiofreeflorida.bsky.social · 16d
Welcome to a “Project 2025?? Never heard of it!!” edition of the MAGA Minute.

Today, Trump announces his plan to meet the head of Project 2025 to gut programs supporting farmers, teachers, truck drivers, moms, and other Americans.

But yeah…totally about Dems wanting healthcare for migrants…

#RFA
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 16d
Not the first of its kind and the target audience may be different, but every year I see the plans and all I can think is "oww",
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
‘Emergency’ World Naked Bike Ride planned in Portland
Organizers of the World Naked Bike Ride said they’re planning to protest the Trump administration’s decision to send 200 National Guard troops to Portland.
www.seattletimes.com
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JD @modernhumanist.bsky.social · 16d
Interesting read and as usual depends on implementation. Note that under Sec.2.(c)(ii)(k) based on 1/6, the Proud Boys are a domestic terrorist organization.
www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...