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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · 11h

See Garrett Graff's thoughtful assessment of character & integrity in America today thanks to the overpowering corruption of the Trump administration, abetted by Supreme Court justices & others. www.doomsdayscenario.co/p/the-only-c...
#integrity #corruption

Doomsday Scenario

Reporting and thoughts from Garrett M. Graff, trying to answer if things are as bad as they seem.

www.doomsdayscenario.co

Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · 5d

Looking west towards #LakeChamplain from #ShelburneFarms in Shelburne, Vermont #Vermontphoto #Vermont

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · 5d

Bluesky above a thunderhead lingering over South Burlington, Vermont
#Vermont #thunderstorm #SouthBurlington

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · 5d

Announcing the demolition of the East Wing of the White House:
BROUGHT TO YOU BY DONALD TRUMP
The Vandalization of The White House is symbolic of the Vandalization of America now underway.
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Feel free to copy & share the attached graphic I just prepared.
#TheWhiteHouse #Vandals #America

Announcing the demolition of the East Wing of the White House:
BROUGHT TO YOU BY DONALD TRUMP

AMERICA’S VANDALS ARE NOT FOREIGN TERRORISTS, BUT A CORRUPT PRESIDENT, SUPPORTED BY MAGA REPUBLICANS & RADICAL SUPREME COURT, ABETTED BY (TILL NOW?) SPINELESS DEMOCRATS.

The Vandalization of The White House is symbolic of the Vandalization of America now underway.

Feel free to copy & share the attached graphic that I just prepared.

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · 6d

Why did the National Trust wait so long to make even this relatively modest statement requesting legally required review BEFORE any demolition work occurred?

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Rebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 9d

Ugh! Post should look like this, not that. But mostly: Cleve is a legend, my hero, a community organizer and LGBTQ leader since the 1970s, and a guy who can deliver a hell of a speech. Exactly what the moment needed and needs. Read it at the link.

Cleve Jones: "This Is Our Country"

This is the first guest essay at Meditations in an Emergency. I'm proud to bring you yesterday's speech by the great Cleve Jones, who has for nearly half a century been a key organizer for the global ...

www.meditationsinanemergency.com

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · 15d

I love #Jeopardy. This looks like a great spin-off ... and it's Made in #Vermont!

Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · 19d

Why the Bricklyn, VT Longhouse is Central to Community Life

bricklynvt.com/2025/10/07/t...
-- Should interest anyone curious about why Bricklynites have decided to hold important public meetings in a #Longhouse, and how that Longhouse has now become a hub of the community. #Bricklyn #TownMeeting

The Bricklyn Longhouse: Design, Culture, and Community Impact

Discover the historical significance and design features of the Bricklyn Longhouse, a community hub blending Danish and Iroquois roots.

bricklynvt.com

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Sep 21

Nice to watch this.
youtu.be/Qe1VXVABW3o?...
#vermont #berniesanders #Mamdani

Mayor to Mayor: a conversation between Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani

YouTube video by Zohran Mamdani for NYC

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Sep 20

Why is this Nazi precedent for sacking Kimmel not totally surprising? forward.com/opinion/7707... @forward.com
#kimmel #jimmykimmel #censorship #freespeech

The terrifying Nazi precedent for Jimmy Kimmel's suspension — and the reasons to stay hopeful

Joseph Goebbels ended the careers of five actors in 1939 for making fun of Nazis, in an alarming foreshadowing of Jimmy Kimmel's suspension.

forward.com

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Sep 16

Alan Steinweis, Professor of History and Raul Hilberg Distinguished Professor of Holocaust Studies at the University of Vermont to share his insights on Jewish life and antisemitism in today's Germany.
-- For additional details & to pre-register:
ohavizedek.org/event/llsept...

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Sep 10

Been to Venice? You'll want to read this post.
Never been to Venice? You'll also want to read this post.

The Bricklyn Eagle @bricklynvt.bsky.social · Sep 10

Bricklyn's long planned Canal District -- referred to by the moniker "Venice in Bricklyn" -- is bearing its first fruits with completion of several Venetian-style palazzi and case alongside a newly constructed canal. #Bricklyn #Venice #urbanplanning #cityplanning

bricklynvt.com/2025/09/10/v...

Unveiling Bricklyn's Venice: A Unique Canal District Project

Discover how Bricklyn's Canal District, inspired by Venice, is transforming with new palazzi and a vibrant community for all.

bricklynvt.com

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · Aug 14

Border Patrol agents assembled outside a Los Angeles museum where Gov. Gavin Newsom was holding a rally and news conference on congressional redistricting. Local elected officials expressed outrage that the agents decided to stand there in a brazen show of force. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/14/u...

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Aug 15

While it's great that Apple is planning for more jobs in the U.S., does this have to be accompanied by CEO Tim Cook kneeling before Donald Trump? I find this not just embarrassing, but scary; one more example of companies and institutions afraid of this bully.
www.nytimes.com/video/busine...

Video: Apple C.E.O. Gifts Trump Gold

Tim Cook presented a glass plaque on a gold base to President Trump and pledged an additional $100 billion investment in the U.S. as Trump threatened a 100 percent tariff on foreign semiconductors.

www.nytimes.com

Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Jun 21

Quite an interesting, but strange, choice. Brown's application letter, which The Bricklyn Eagle somehow got its hands on and published, is worth reading. Some pluses in Brown's background, but what's with his love of #Nandos peri-peri? Hope it works out for both #Bricklyn and the #UnitedKingdom

The Bricklyn Eagle @bricklynvt.bsky.social · Jun 21

Bricklyn's Federal Council made a special choice in naming a Vermonter as Bricklyn's new ambassador to the United Kingdom. Use link for details.
#Bricklyn #Vermont #VTpoli #LEGOcity #KingCharles #/BricklynVT #UnitedKingdom #diplomacy
bricklynvt.com/2025/06/18/a...

Bricklyn appoints Vermonter as ambassador to the United Kingdom.

Bricklyn's Federal Council President made a special choice in naming a Vermonter as Bricklyn's new ambassador to the United Kingdom.

bricklynvt.com

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Representative Becca Balint @balint.house.gov · Jun 19

This is the truth about Trump’s mass deportation campaign.

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Violet Wisp @violetwisp980.bsky.social · Jun 16

Just a little perspective here...
The #NoKings protest brought out more people than the population of Pennsylvania, the 5th most populated state.
That's MORE than N. Dakota, S. Dakota, Delaware, Rhode Island, Montana, Maine, New Hampshire, Hawaii, W. Virginia, Alaska, Vermont, & Wyoming COMBINED!

Post from Alt National Park Service saying " We're honored to announce a final count of 13.14 million in attendance across 2,300+ No Kings protests nationwide. It took a little longer to finalize due to the sheer scale, but the turnout was historic! So far, 71 MAGA agitators have been arrested, with 62 additional investigations still underway. We're actively reviewing online threats and working on escalating where needed. If you see something, say something.

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Jun 17

On #nokings call after amazing rally in Burlington, VT. We need more actions!

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Jun 15

Joined 18,000 at todays No KIngs rally in Burlington, Vermont, with this simple message:
Trump Does Not Rule US

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · May 26

Professor of Communications Richard B. Saunders offers thoughtful analysis of issues facing the #Bricklyn Eagle newspaper in deciding on proper use of #AI generated images. Especially like analogy to early days of photography, and also comments on creative use of AI by people with disabilities.

The Bricklyn Eagle @bricklynvt.bsky.social · May 26

Bricklyn Eagle Newspaper Slammed for Use of AI Generated Images. Bricklyn University Professor assesses criticism. Defends Eagle, but suggests Federal Council develop more comprehensive AI policies.
bricklynvt.com/2025/05/12/b...

#AI #Bricklyn #LEGO #WaltWhitman #photography #AIart #creativity

The Bricklyn Eagle: A Debate on AI and Artistic Integrity

Explore the debate on AI usage in art as the Bricklyn Eagle faces criticism. Richard B. Saunders provides insights into the ethics and creativity challenges.

bricklynvt.com

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · May 18

As a Jewish-American I'm shocked (but not really surprised) by Project Esther. It's a devious effort to make use of claims of anti-semitism to target anyone holding progressive values, including Jewish Americans.

Dean Obeidallah @deanobeidallah.bsky.social · May 18

NY Times great article today on the right's plan to SILENCE any group or person who publicly supports Palestinian Christians and Muslims. They are closely tied to the Trump regime. Here is a gift link to read about the anti-American plan called "Project Esther." www.nytimes.com/2025/05/18/u...

The Group Behind Project 2025 Has a Plan to Crush the Pro-Palestinian Movement

www.nytimes.com

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · May 16

Let's see how the U.S. responds to the fact that the Realm of Bricklyn, Vermont -- a sliver of territory within the State of Vermont -- is now an integral part of the French Republic as a member of France Overseas (aka France Outre-Mer).

The Bricklyn Eagle @bricklynvt.bsky.social · May 16

In an historic vote, the French Parliament overwhelmingly approved Bricklyn's application to become the fourteenth member of France #Outre-Mer. This means that the Realm of #Bricklyn, Vermont is now officially a part of the French Republic! bricklynvt.com/2025/05/15/b...
#LEGO #Vermont #France

The LEGO realm of Bricklyn, VT has just joined the French Republic.

Historic vote: French Parliament accepts Bricklyn as a new Overseas Collectivity, enhancing cultural ties and representation in France.

bricklynvt.com

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Brian Manning📎 @boxdonkey17.bsky.social · May 3

Stephen Miller’s words come to life. This administration’s vision for our schools.

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · May 3

All that remains is approval by the French Parliament and #Bricklyn will become a sliver of French territory within the State of Vermont! For details: bricklynvt.com/2025/05/02/b...
#France #outre-mer #politics #politique #LEGO

Polling station in Bricklyn, VT, for vote on referendum to join French Republic as an overseas collectivity.

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Wayne Senville @pcjournal.bsky.social · Apr 27

Big step yesterday towards Bricklyn becoming part of the French Republic, potentially offering protection from roaming ICE agents targeting Bricklynites with deportation. Expect Bricklyn's May 1st referendum vote to pass by wide margin. See: bricklynvt.com/2025/04/27/d...

The Bricklyn Eagle @bricklynvt.bsky.social · Apr 27

The first step in the process of #Bricklyn becoming part of the #FrenchRepublic as a French Overseas Collectivity was accomplished with Parliament's Delegation on Overseas #France unanimously recommending approval of Bricklyn's entry.
bricklynvt.com/2025/04/27/d...
#outre-mer #LEGO #politiques

French Minister of State and of the Overseas Manuel Valls at March 2025 meeting of the Délégation aux outre-mer.