Patrick Briggs
@pbriggsiam.bsky.social
An IT Business Analyst who is discerning into the Episcopal Church and believes in justice and that the divine spark exists in all people I meet. Heros are Ed Bacon and John O'Donohue
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Pretty easily, Hansen's best stint as a pro early on - looked way more comfortable and confident in that stretch than he did the first few games of the season. Things have slowed down for him enough to notice now.
November 19, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Pretty easily, Hansen's best stint as a pro early on - looked way more comfortable and confident in that stretch than he did the first few games of the season. Things have slowed down for him enough to notice now.
Agreed!
"Should this Al bubble pop, we should not be entertaining a bailout of these corporations while healthcare is being denied to Americans and SNAP is being denied to Americans."
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
November 19, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Agreed!
Anybody can get involved in this. Please do.
Trump’s authoritarian dreams rely on the complicity (or complacency) of other powerful people and systems. That’s why we’re organizing to transform the societal pillars upholding Trump’s power into unyielding opponents of his regime: indivisible.org/campaign/cou...
November 19, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Anybody can get involved in this. Please do.
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In an interview with Church Times, the Archbishop of York Cottrell talked about his visit to occupied Palestinian territory and for the first time ever publicly calls Israel's system of control over Palestinians an apartheid regime.
Cottrell also says Israel has committed genocidal acts.
Cottrell also says Israel has committed genocidal acts.
Archbishop of York describes Israeli action against Palestinians in Gaza as ‘genocidal acts’
West Bank subject to regime of ‘apartheid’ and ‘ethnic cleansing’, he says in interview
www.churchtimes.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 2:53 PM
In an interview with Church Times, the Archbishop of York Cottrell talked about his visit to occupied Palestinian territory and for the first time ever publicly calls Israel's system of control over Palestinians an apartheid regime.
Cottrell also says Israel has committed genocidal acts.
Cottrell also says Israel has committed genocidal acts.
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From Lori Marino, founder of the Whale Sanctuary Project; also of @safinacenter.bsky.social (gift link). www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/1760cd5...
The age of keeping whales and dolphins in captivity must finally come to an end
Research shows it is not possible for captive cetaceans to thrive in concrete pools
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 19, 2025 at 12:31 AM
From Lori Marino, founder of the Whale Sanctuary Project; also of @safinacenter.bsky.social (gift link). www.theglobeandmail.com/gift/1760cd5...
Model behavior we all should emulate!
“It’s not your street! It’s my street!”
Mary ran off CBP in Durham:
Mary ran off CBP in Durham:
November 19, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Model behavior we all should emulate!
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Catherine Lucey from Bloomberg was called Piggy by Trump yesterday. His misogyny knows no bounds.
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Catherine Lucey from Bloomberg was called Piggy by Trump yesterday. His misogyny knows no bounds.
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Still honoring her oath against threats. #SheIsAVeteran not a sucker or loser. She defended innocents against the terrorists. 🇺🇸 1/2
November 18, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Still honoring her oath against threats. #SheIsAVeteran not a sucker or loser. She defended innocents against the terrorists. 🇺🇸 1/2
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Thank you Jamie Raskin for fiercely supporting survivors and condemning Mikey Johnson.
“Mr. Speaker, justice is urgent legislative work.
The truth is urgent legislative work. You were the one who refused to swear in Rep. Grijalva for 50 days!"
“Mr. Speaker, justice is urgent legislative work.
The truth is urgent legislative work. You were the one who refused to swear in Rep. Grijalva for 50 days!"
November 18, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Thank you Jamie Raskin for fiercely supporting survivors and condemning Mikey Johnson.
“Mr. Speaker, justice is urgent legislative work.
The truth is urgent legislative work. You were the one who refused to swear in Rep. Grijalva for 50 days!"
“Mr. Speaker, justice is urgent legislative work.
The truth is urgent legislative work. You were the one who refused to swear in Rep. Grijalva for 50 days!"
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Malliotakis’ NY-11 constituents expect little from her, but have a sense of civic duty, even if she doesn’t. Tonight they stood in the cold outside both her district offices in vigils for those disappeared by ICE, and they’ll be back — even if the her staff would rather look away.
@indivisible.org
@indivisible.org
November 18, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Malliotakis’ NY-11 constituents expect little from her, but have a sense of civic duty, even if she doesn’t. Tonight they stood in the cold outside both her district offices in vigils for those disappeared by ICE, and they’ll be back — even if the her staff would rather look away.
@indivisible.org
@indivisible.org
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Charlotte, North Carolina - November 17, 2025 Massive Turnout for Siembra North
Carolina. "Safe to Work, Safe to School" Training Amid Rising Deportation Fears
Carolina. "Safe to Work, Safe to School" Training Amid Rising Deportation Fears
November 18, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Charlotte, North Carolina - November 17, 2025 Massive Turnout for Siembra North
Carolina. "Safe to Work, Safe to School" Training Amid Rising Deportation Fears
Carolina. "Safe to Work, Safe to School" Training Amid Rising Deportation Fears
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there may well be more citizens showing up here in Charlotte to learn how to peacefully resist Trump’s indiscriminate mass deportation effort than federal agents on the ground here, as we saw firsthand last night.
November 18, 2025 at 11:09 AM
there may well be more citizens showing up here in Charlotte to learn how to peacefully resist Trump’s indiscriminate mass deportation effort than federal agents on the ground here, as we saw firsthand last night.
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What your president and his team are prioritizing.
The White House Intervened on Behalf of Accused Sex Trafficker Andrew Tate During a Federal Investigation
Federal authorities were chided for seizing electronic devices from Tate and his brother, and told to return them, records and interviews show. Experts said the intervention was highly inappropriate.
www.propublica.org
November 18, 2025 at 11:58 AM
What your president and his team are prioritizing.
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Portland, OR -- Our courageous crew took to the streets today and braved a little bit of weather to demonstrate again our opposition to this horrendous regime and provide a visible sign to others that they are not alone.
I am so proud of each and every one of them.
#HonkAndWave
I am so proud of each and every one of them.
#HonkAndWave
November 18, 2025 at 6:49 AM
Portland, OR -- Our courageous crew took to the streets today and braved a little bit of weather to demonstrate again our opposition to this horrendous regime and provide a visible sign to others that they are not alone.
I am so proud of each and every one of them.
#HonkAndWave
I am so proud of each and every one of them.
#HonkAndWave
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Oh hey, I found the war on christmas
"Agencies within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including ICE, ERO, and CBP intend to implement a comprehensive plan to target Spanish-speaking churches across the country during the upcoming holiday season between Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, and Christmas, Dec. 25."
Exclusive: Trump DHS Plans Immigration Raids on Churches Over Holidays
The Trump Dept. of Homeland Security is briefing federal agencies on plans for immigration enforcement operations inside churches over holidays.
thisweekinworcester.com
November 18, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Oh hey, I found the war on christmas
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sue their ass. this has got to stop. take Stephen Miller to the woodshed.
November 18, 2025 at 11:08 AM
sue their ass. this has got to stop. take Stephen Miller to the woodshed.
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The only thing that Marjorie Taylor Greene apologized for is taking part in "toxic politics." And all that means is that she's going to use a softer voice when trying to disenfranchise black people and strip us of our civil rights. www.cnn.com/2025/11/16/p...
‘Humbly, I’m sorry’: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she’s turning a new leaf after years of divisive comments | CNN Politics
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said Sunday she will stop using “toxic” rhetoric, marking what would be a dramatic shift in a political brand hallmarked by derogatory comments.
www.cnn.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:16 AM
The only thing that Marjorie Taylor Greene apologized for is taking part in "toxic politics." And all that means is that she's going to use a softer voice when trying to disenfranchise black people and strip us of our civil rights. www.cnn.com/2025/11/16/p...
Beautiful
November 18, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Beautiful
Yes!
This is quite lovely
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
My kids start sentences in one language and end in another. I hope school doesn’t shrink their joyous, noisy worlds | Shadi Khan Saif
Maybe there’s room for something gentler: letting children know they don’t need to change any part of themselves to belong
www.theguardian.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Yes!
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OpenAI is the Bari Weiss of technology
Well.
Oracle’s astonishing $300bn OpenAI deal is now valued at minus $74bn - on.ft.com/4p8LViA via @FT
Oracle’s astonishing $300bn OpenAI deal is now valued at minus $74bn - on.ft.com/4p8LViA via @FT
Oracle’s astonishing $300bn OpenAI deal is now valued at minus $74bn
And suddenly, there may be a reverse Midas at the centre of AI’s circular economy
on.ft.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:48 AM
OpenAI is the Bari Weiss of technology
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#ResistanceEarth
Pope Leo called for urgent action to combat climate change, noting that one-third of the Earth’s population is vulnerable because of climate change impacts. “To ignore these people is to deny our shared humanity,” he said.
apnews.com/article/pope...
Pope Leo called for urgent action to combat climate change, noting that one-third of the Earth’s population is vulnerable because of climate change impacts. “To ignore these people is to deny our shared humanity,” he said.
apnews.com/article/pope...
Pope Leo XIV calls for urgent climate action and says God’s creation is 'crying out'
Pope Leo XIV is urging countries at United Nations climate talks to take “concrete actions” to stop climate change that is threatening the planet.
apnews.com
November 18, 2025 at 1:23 AM
#ResistanceEarth
Pope Leo called for urgent action to combat climate change, noting that one-third of the Earth’s population is vulnerable because of climate change impacts. “To ignore these people is to deny our shared humanity,” he said.
apnews.com/article/pope...
Pope Leo called for urgent action to combat climate change, noting that one-third of the Earth’s population is vulnerable because of climate change impacts. “To ignore these people is to deny our shared humanity,” he said.
apnews.com/article/pope...
Love this!
Blazers defense is annoying... finally! The full court press defense the Blazers have been utilizing has proven to be little sibling level disruptive, affecting the ball on both ends of the court. Feels good to be annoying, don't it?
Link below for @cam_inaction's ode to our annoying Blazers 🏀
Link below for @cam_inaction's ode to our annoying Blazers 🏀
The Trail Blazers are Becoming the NBA’s Most Annoying Team
The Oklahoma City Thunder came to the Moda Center Wednesday, November 5. The defending NBA champs. 8-0 start to the season. A swarming defense that is once again the best in the NBA. Last season's MVP...
www.portlandmercury.com
November 18, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Love this!
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Could she be LA's Mamdani? Rae Huang, a community organizer, announces her mayoral campaign.
with @davidzahniser.bsky.social
with @davidzahniser.bsky.social
She's challenging Bass from the left. Could she become L.A.'s Mamdani?
Rae Huang, a 43-year-old community organizer and democratic socialist, is waging a long-shot campaign for L.A. mayor, focusing on free buses, public housing and police abuse.
www.latimes.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Could she be LA's Mamdani? Rae Huang, a community organizer, announces her mayoral campaign.
with @davidzahniser.bsky.social
with @davidzahniser.bsky.social
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BTW, Democrats are looking to @larrysummers.bsky.social about advice on the party moving forward. He also supported Cuomo over Mamdani.
Maybe it's time for this entire class of people to retire permanently from social life. They have money. They'll be fine.
www.thecrimson.com/article/2025...
Maybe it's time for this entire class of people to retire permanently from social life. They have money. They'll be fine.
www.thecrimson.com/article/2025...
Summers To Step Back from Public Commitments Amid Epstein Scandal | News | The Harvard Crimson
Former Harvard President Lawerence H. Summers will step back from all public commitments in an effort “to rebuild trust and repair relationships with the people closest to me,” he wrote in a statement...
www.thecrimson.com
November 18, 2025 at 1:39 AM
BTW, Democrats are looking to @larrysummers.bsky.social about advice on the party moving forward. He also supported Cuomo over Mamdani.
Maybe it's time for this entire class of people to retire permanently from social life. They have money. They'll be fine.
www.thecrimson.com/article/2025...
Maybe it's time for this entire class of people to retire permanently from social life. They have money. They'll be fine.
www.thecrimson.com/article/2025...
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John Solomon’s Informing America set out to create an echo chamber to shape public opinion. It’s working. via @motherjones.com
Inside the hidden conservative network bankrolling an "ecosystem" of right-wing news
John Solomon's Informing America set out to create an echo chamber to shape public opinion. It's working.
www.motherjones.com
November 17, 2025 at 11:37 PM
John Solomon’s Informing America set out to create an echo chamber to shape public opinion. It’s working. via @motherjones.com