BeatriceKind
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Pro-Science Progressive. 💙 After three decades in a science info career, I'm feeding my mind with truth and my soul with acts of service. "Aimer, c'est agir." ("To love is to act." Victor-Marie Hugo, 1885)
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📣 You cannot “both sides” racism, fascism or book burning.
There is the side doing it and another one trying to prevent it.
There is the side doing it and another one trying to prevent it.
December 11, 2025 at 12:50 AM
📣 You cannot “both sides” racism, fascism or book burning.
There is the side doing it and another one trying to prevent it.
There is the side doing it and another one trying to prevent it.
Observed annually, #HumanRightsDay commemorates the UN's "Universal Declaration of Human Rights," enshrining the inalienable rights to which every human is entitled - regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, national origin, or other status. #OurEverydayRights www.un.org/en/observanc...
Human Rights Day | United Nations
Human Rights Day commemorates the day on which, in 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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December 10, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Observed annually, #HumanRightsDay commemorates the UN's "Universal Declaration of Human Rights," enshrining the inalienable rights to which every human is entitled - regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, national origin, or other status. #OurEverydayRights www.un.org/en/observanc...
Volunteering gives a renewed sense of purpose after retirement. A vital nonprofit always in need of volunteers is #MealsOnWheels. Make a difference for homebound seniors in your community by connecting with your local #MOW provider. #InternationalVolunteerDay #IVD www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org
Silent Night
During the holidays, many seniors face hunger and isolation. Help end Silent Nights for seniors to bring meals and connection.
www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org
December 5, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Volunteering gives a renewed sense of purpose after retirement. A vital nonprofit always in need of volunteers is #MealsOnWheels. Make a difference for homebound seniors in your community by connecting with your local #MOW provider. #InternationalVolunteerDay #IVD www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org
On #WorldAIDSDay, we remember the 1980s pandemic & honor the memory of promising lives cut short by an insidious, opportunistic #virus. We also honor the sacrifices made by international teams of scientists whose tireless work led to today's progress, successfully applied beyond HIV. #ScienceSaves
December 1, 2025 at 11:15 AM
On #WorldAIDSDay, we remember the 1980s pandemic & honor the memory of promising lives cut short by an insidious, opportunistic #virus. We also honor the sacrifices made by international teams of scientists whose tireless work led to today's progress, successfully applied beyond HIV. #ScienceSaves
![A black & white poster containing a quote attributed to Plato. The text reads: "The price of apathy towards public affairs is to be ruled by evil men. Plato. [Ancient Greek philosopher. He was the world's most influential philosopher. 428 BC-(missing) BC]."](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:dhisvekhw23mtav3huea5275/bafkreid4xz6xtkrteyedsr5ifez5ba4i7nqf2g64feuysxamclzxvhl2ne@jpeg)
December 1, 2025 at 12:32 AM
This month, learn about the prevalence and impacts of domestic violence. Victims and survivors need our support to amplify their voices during #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
and beyond. Learn more at the Domestic Violence Awareness Project. #DVAM2025 www.dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors
and beyond. Learn more at the Domestic Violence Awareness Project. #DVAM2025 www.dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors
October 18, 2025 at 12:16 AM
This month, learn about the prevalence and impacts of domestic violence. Victims and survivors need our support to amplify their voices during #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth
and beyond. Learn more at the Domestic Violence Awareness Project. #DVAM2025 www.dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors
and beyond. Learn more at the Domestic Violence Awareness Project. #DVAM2025 www.dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors
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Top 10 Rally Reminders for #NoKingsDayOct18th
October 16, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Top 10 Rally Reminders for #NoKingsDayOct18th
October 12, 2025 at 1:51 AM
October 11 is #LetFreedomReadDay. Help defend against censorship. Check out a banned book at your local library. Buy a banned book to donate it to your library. Contact your representative to implore them to reject all book banning. #BannedBooksWeek bannedbooksweek.org/let-freedom-...
October 11, 2025 at 1:03 PM
October 11 is #LetFreedomReadDay. Help defend against censorship. Check out a banned book at your local library. Buy a banned book to donate it to your library. Contact your representative to implore them to reject all book banning. #BannedBooksWeek bannedbooksweek.org/let-freedom-...
At PEN America, check out the eye-opening report on the escalation in school book banning in the U.S. "During the 2024-2025 school year, PEN America recorded 6,870 instances of book bans across 23 states and 87 public school districts." #BannedBooksWeek #UniteAgainstBookBans pen.org/report/the-n...
The Normalization of Book Banning
This report offers a window into the complex and extensive climate of censorship between July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
pen.org
October 10, 2025 at 11:01 AM
At PEN America, check out the eye-opening report on the escalation in school book banning in the U.S. "During the 2024-2025 school year, PEN America recorded 6,870 instances of book bans across 23 states and 87 public school districts." #BannedBooksWeek #UniteAgainstBookBans pen.org/report/the-n...
This month, while honoring the 4 million U.S. breast cancer survivors, we face the realities that, in 2025, an estimated 379,000 new breast cancer cases are expected (>80% invasive). Visit nationalbreastcancer.org for helpful information. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
October 9, 2025 at 8:17 PM
This month, while honoring the 4 million U.S. breast cancer survivors, we face the realities that, in 2025, an estimated 379,000 new breast cancer cases are expected (>80% invasive). Visit nationalbreastcancer.org for helpful information. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Consider hosting a "Right to Read" night with event-planning resources from the National Coalition Against Censorship. #NCAC provides a step-by-step guide to hosting a one-night book club during #BannedBooksWeek. #UniteAgainstBookBans bannedbooksweek.org/host-a-right...
October 8, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Consider hosting a "Right to Read" night with event-planning resources from the National Coalition Against Censorship. #NCAC provides a step-by-step guide to hosting a one-night book club during #BannedBooksWeek. #UniteAgainstBookBans bannedbooksweek.org/host-a-right...
This month, the World Health Organization highlights the 2025 theme of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth: "Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters." Highlighting the disparity in survival rates worldwide, #WHO promotes a global commitment to equitable access to care. www.who.int/news-room/ev...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2025
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to create awareness, honour the millions of lives affected by breast cancer and reaffirm our global commitment to equitable access to care and improved...
www.who.int
October 8, 2025 at 1:30 AM
This month, the World Health Organization highlights the 2025 theme of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth: "Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters." Highlighting the disparity in survival rates worldwide, #WHO promotes a global commitment to equitable access to care. www.who.int/news-room/ev...
Help fight censorship by participating in this year's #BannedBooksWeek (5-11 Oct). The 2025 theme is "Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights.” At the American Library Association's site, check out the list of 2024's most challenged books. #GeorgeOrwell #1984 www.ala.org/bbooks/banned
October 7, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Help fight censorship by participating in this year's #BannedBooksWeek (5-11 Oct). The 2025 theme is "Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights.” At the American Library Association's site, check out the list of 2024's most challenged books. #GeorgeOrwell #1984 www.ala.org/bbooks/banned
During #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth , learn about the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Founded in 1991, the mission of #NBCF includes helping those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education, and support services. Early detection is vital. www.nationalbreastcancer.org
National Breast Cancer Foundation - Help & Hope for Those Facing Breast Cancer
National Breast Cancer Foundation provides early detection screenings, including mammograms, breast health education, and a supportive community.
www.nationalbreastcancer.org
October 6, 2025 at 3:03 AM
During #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth , learn about the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Founded in 1991, the mission of #NBCF includes helping those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education, and support services. Early detection is vital. www.nationalbreastcancer.org
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Unfortunately, America doesn't listen to its women . . .
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Unfortunately, America doesn't listen to its women . . .
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September 30, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Unfortunately, America doesn't listen to its women . . .
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Unfortunately, America doesn't listen to its women . . .
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As current events have proven.
September 28, 2025 at 11:48 PM
As current events have proven.
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I want our young people to know that there is a path forward, that a better world is possible. I don't want them to give up, to become cynical. They deserve to be young and full of optimism. They are owed a world that supports and sustains optimism.
September 16, 2025 at 8:28 PM
I want our young people to know that there is a path forward, that a better world is possible. I don't want them to give up, to become cynical. They deserve to be young and full of optimism. They are owed a world that supports and sustains optimism.
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We the People will not bow down to tyrants. We will respond by getting in good trouble instead.
On July 17, five years since the passing of Congressman John Lewis, communities are coming together.
Because #GoodTroubleLivesOn. See you in the streets 📣
On July 17, five years since the passing of Congressman John Lewis, communities are coming together.
Because #GoodTroubleLivesOn. See you in the streets 📣
July 15, 2025 at 5:55 PM
"...I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and DOMESTIC..." #UpholdTheConstitution #RestoreDueProcess #RegainTheRuleOfLaw
Try and make it through this. Really watch.
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Do Not Look Away
YouTube video by PoliticsGirl
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July 11, 2025 at 7:07 PM
"...I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and DOMESTIC..." #UpholdTheConstitution #RestoreDueProcess #RegainTheRuleOfLaw
#ReclaimDemocracy #RejectFascism #RejectAuthoritarianism #ProtectTheVulnerable #ProtectTheMarginalized
July 11, 2025 at 1:48 PM
What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? - Frederick Douglass, 5 July 1852 - "The blessings in which you, this day, rejoice, are not enjoyed in common. ...This Fourth July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must mourn."
July 4, 2025 at 8:54 PM
What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? - Frederick Douglass, 5 July 1852 - "The blessings in which you, this day, rejoice, are not enjoyed in common. ...This Fourth July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must mourn."
July 3, 2025 at 7:50 PM