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of 📷 note:
This view is from photographer Cheney Orr for the New York Times.

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#NoKings

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and it's not a coincidence that this highly coordinated influx of official us gov white house bluesky accounts launch happened same time as #nokings day.

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don't follow them
don't reply to them
don't repost them
don't dunk on them
don't talk about them
especially do not make threats about them or at them

and their soft power vanishes
~ @eva.computer

eva (^_^)/ @eva.computer · 1d

god damn lmao

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Block them all at once by subscribing to this US gov account list:

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#bskytips + #bskytools for #bskyapp users:

subscribe to block all official U.S. gov #BlueSky accounts (does not include NOAA, NWS, CPSC, or accounts for individuals) all at once:

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#bskytips + #bskytools for #bskyapp users:

subscribe to block all official U.S. gov #BlueSky accounts (does not include NOAA, NWS, CPSC, or accounts for individuals) all at once:

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subscribe here
to block all official white house government bluesky accounts:

bsky.app/profile/did:...

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subscribe here
to block all official white house / us government bluesky accounts instantly:

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Mike Johnson is completely dissociated from his soul.

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The surge for the purge.

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Frogs have now turned amphifa

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I hope one of the future deposition questions will be "and what pray-tell does a Greeley look like?"

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breaking the law in the name of the new law is OK

Rutgers University professor Mark Bray, author of the 2017 book "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook," the history and tactics of anti-fascist movements in Europe, the United States and beyond.

bsky.app/profile/mark...

Mark Bray @mark-bray.bsky.social · 15d

3b) That tension in breaking the law in the name of the (new or real) law is central to fascism and evident in the popular Blue Lives Matter Punisher imagery. Also evident in much of what Trump has to say about the subject.

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Ribbit

Story book illustration of frogs with text that reads:
"Frog?" asked Toad.
"Yes, Toad?"
"Is it okay to punch Nazis?"
"Oh yes, Toad," replied Frog.
"It is always okay to punch Nazis."

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@nbcsnl.bsky.social

Is @willferrell.bsky.social available this weekend?

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What is their goal here?

Seems like they are just increasing awareness and keeping the No Kings rallies in the public conversation

even bad press is good press?

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I love that Pepe the Frog is getting rebranded.

Feels Good Man

Pepe the Frog Creator Tries to Reclaim Meme in 'Feels Good Man' Doc Trailer

Creator of Pepe the Frog — the comic character that became an alt-right-troll meme — attempts to reclaim his creation in 'Feels Good Man.'

www.rollingstone.com

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gonna also be awkward when One America News Network is the only one allowed to cover these MAGA ghouls who love the spotlight.

a man speaking into a microphone with the words " it 's lonely at the top " next to him

ALT: a man speaking into a microphone with the words " it 's lonely at the top " next to him

media.tenor.com

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Hazane
is actually the name of the Hadza language

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gbgb...

Meet Hadzabe Tribe with the most unique CLICK names in the world

YouTube video by Hadzabe Tribe Life

www.youtube.com

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provide affordable coverage options for impacted enrollees

NY is transitioning to a Basic Health Program anticipated to take effect by 7/1/26, pending approval by CMS, giving the State time to implement protective measures while following federal requirements.

www.health.ny.gov/press/releas...

Following Devastating Federal Funding Cuts, New York State Takes New Action to Preserve Health Care for As Many New Yorkers As Possible

www.health.ny.gov

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Mother Cabrini left a greater impression on American life.

In late 1800s, she faced a hostile environment for Italian migrants, often seen as “enemy aliens.” Yet, her compassion, spirit & determination overcame societal obstacles.

Patron Saint of Immigrants

www.mothercabrinileague.org/her-story

Her Story — Mother Cabrini League

Learn about Mother Cabrini's story, from her youth in Italy, to her Sainthood as the Patron Saint of Immigrants.

www.mothercabrinileague.org

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Andrew Cuomo today:

“Columbus Day has always been about honoring the courage, sacrifice, & contribution of the Italian-American community to this city & this nation... represented acceptance, dignity, and the belief that in America, hard work & family values could overcome prejudice and poverty."

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Republican Anna Paulina Luna is calling for the immediate expulsion of the radical leftist protest group Code Pink from the U.S. Capitol. This came just 24 hours after Laura Loomer suggested they should be banned from the Capitol for financial & ideological ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)

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2026 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period starts October 15th - just one week away from today.

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journalists and the media are accountable allies essential for an informed democracy, countering dangerous disinformation and propaganda and promoting the common good.

Join the Media and Democracy Project to better understand and respond:

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What activists can do to Fix Media Now
respond to the factors that influence public opinion, voters and democracy.

develop and distribute skills to navigate the Information War on truth and democracy.

Virtual event
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The Media and Democracy Project - What activists can do: Fix Media Now · The Media and Democracy Project

Join the Media and Democracy Project to better understand and respond to the factors that influence public opinion, voters and democracy. Each session we will activate on a current information-related...

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