RevWilker
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Spouse, parent, neighbor, pastor, marathon runner & US citizen in Decorah, Iowa. Working for truth & healing with Indigenous leaders, welcoming migrants & refugees, loving LGBTQ+ family and friends, dismantling racism.
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This is not a peace plan. It is a proposal that weakens Ukraine and divides America from Europe, preparing the way for a larger war in the future. In the meantime, it benefits unnamed Russian and American investors, at the expense of everyone else.
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
Trump Has a Recipe for War and Corruption, Not Peace
Who would benefit from the White House’s 28-point proposal for Ukraine?
www.theatlantic.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:11 AM
This is not a peace plan. It is a proposal that weakens Ukraine and divides America from Europe, preparing the way for a larger war in the future. In the meantime, it benefits unnamed Russian and American investors, at the expense of everyone else.
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
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GOLDMAN has some tough words about the young college-grad unemployment rate rising to 8.5%. 👀
“.. A further deterioration in employment opportunities .. perhaps reflecting AI and other efficiency-enhancing measures .. could have a disproportionate negative impact on consumer spending ..”
“.. A further deterioration in employment opportunities .. perhaps reflecting AI and other efficiency-enhancing measures .. could have a disproportionate negative impact on consumer spending ..”
November 24, 2025 at 2:24 PM
GOLDMAN has some tough words about the young college-grad unemployment rate rising to 8.5%. 👀
“.. A further deterioration in employment opportunities .. perhaps reflecting AI and other efficiency-enhancing measures .. could have a disproportionate negative impact on consumer spending ..”
“.. A further deterioration in employment opportunities .. perhaps reflecting AI and other efficiency-enhancing measures .. could have a disproportionate negative impact on consumer spending ..”
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“.. How will it be when we will miss JoAnn’s clear voice — quiet, insistent, regular, and respectful — about the new and daily injustices being perpetrated on already-suffering people?” Sister Susan Sanders, president of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, said in a statement.
#RIP 🙏🏼
#RIP 🙏🏼
Sister JoAnn Persch served with the Sisters of Mercy for 73 years. On Nov. 1, Sister JoAnn was among the delegation denied entry to the Broadview ICE facility when they attempted to bring Communion to those detained inside.
Sister JoAnn Persch, longtime immigrant activist, dies at 91
chicago.suntimes.com
November 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
“.. How will it be when we will miss JoAnn’s clear voice — quiet, insistent, regular, and respectful — about the new and daily injustices being perpetrated on already-suffering people?” Sister Susan Sanders, president of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, said in a statement.
#RIP 🙏🏼
#RIP 🙏🏼
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Pope Leo at Mass for Jubilee of Choirs: “Dedicate yourselves to facilitating the participation of the people of God, without giving in to the temptation of ostentation, which prevents the entire liturgical assembly from actively participating in the singing.” www.vatican.va/content/leo-...
November 23, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Pope Leo at Mass for Jubilee of Choirs: “Dedicate yourselves to facilitating the participation of the people of God, without giving in to the temptation of ostentation, which prevents the entire liturgical assembly from actively participating in the singing.” www.vatican.va/content/leo-...
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Authoritarians claim the power not just to tell all of our stories but to select the definitive story that says who we are, what our nature, why we're here, in order to cast themselves as both forever hero protagonists while also endlessly victimized.
November 23, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Authoritarians claim the power not just to tell all of our stories but to select the definitive story that says who we are, what our nature, why we're here, in order to cast themselves as both forever hero protagonists while also endlessly victimized.
In Northeastern Iowa, Lutherans proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, read the Bible, and feed the hungry, heal the sick, and welcome the migrant.
We are not in the bullseye of Trump/Miller tactics because of Gov Reynolds’ red state shield of food producers.
We are caring for thousands.
We are not in the bullseye of Trump/Miller tactics because of Gov Reynolds’ red state shield of food producers.
We are caring for thousands.
Since January, a dynamic has emerged:
• DHS has repeatedly appealed to Christianity and scripture to justify its mass deportation efforts
• Some of the fiercest *critics* of DHS’ actions — to the point of protests and arrests — have been Christian clergy religionnews.com/2025/11/15/a...
• DHS has repeatedly appealed to Christianity and scripture to justify its mass deportation efforts
• Some of the fiercest *critics* of DHS’ actions — to the point of protests and arrests — have been Christian clergy religionnews.com/2025/11/15/a...
November 23, 2025 at 3:51 AM
In Northeastern Iowa, Lutherans proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, read the Bible, and feed the hungry, heal the sick, and welcome the migrant.
We are not in the bullseye of Trump/Miller tactics because of Gov Reynolds’ red state shield of food producers.
We are caring for thousands.
We are not in the bullseye of Trump/Miller tactics because of Gov Reynolds’ red state shield of food producers.
We are caring for thousands.
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Today is Holodomor Memorial Day
holodomor mini doc
YouTube video by - hrec
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November 22, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Today is Holodomor Memorial Day
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Bravo to to Jesse Welles, for his soundtrack of resistance, refusal and ridicule.
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The Late Show on Instagram: "Four-time Grammy Award nominee @wellesmusic performs his song “Join Ice.”
#Colbert #JesseWelles #Music"
Jesse Welles takes center stage, showcasing his talent and charisma as he performs 'Join Ice'. With four Grammy nominations under his belt, this artist continues to push boundaries with his captivatin...
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November 21, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Bravo to to Jesse Welles, for his soundtrack of resistance, refusal and ridicule.
www.instagram.com/reel/DRR9xbn...
www.instagram.com/reel/DRR9xbn...
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This should be the biggest story in Florida: DeSantis minions approve the largest electricity rate hike in US history for Florida Plunder & Loot. A $7B transfer from us to Republican donors.
floridaphoenix.com/2025/11/20/p...
floridaphoenix.com/2025/11/20/p...
PSC approves contentious $7 billion rate hike for Florida Power & Light customers • Florida Phoenix
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) approved a four-year settlement with Florida Power & Light (FPL) Thursday for about $6.9 billion, which opponents claim is the largest rate hike in U.S. his...
floridaphoenix.com
November 21, 2025 at 1:13 PM
This should be the biggest story in Florida: DeSantis minions approve the largest electricity rate hike in US history for Florida Plunder & Loot. A $7B transfer from us to Republican donors.
floridaphoenix.com/2025/11/20/p...
floridaphoenix.com/2025/11/20/p...
Yeah. That’s my rep who is running for senate.
"Cost transparency" is, apparently, the new euphemism for farm payouts.
It's like "Lobachevsky," the Tom Lehrer song about plagiarism. "Only call it please 'research.'"
It's like "Lobachevsky," the Tom Lehrer song about plagiarism. "Only call it please 'research.'"
Rep. Ashley Hinson on a bailout for farmers: "I'm pleased to hear that the administration acknowledges the struggles our farmers are facing and will be focused on this bridge. We need this bridge, these payments to go out to our folks so they can continue to operate."
November 21, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Yeah. That’s my rep who is running for senate.
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"Cost transparency" is, apparently, the new euphemism for farm payouts.
It's like "Lobachevsky," the Tom Lehrer song about plagiarism. "Only call it please 'research.'"
It's like "Lobachevsky," the Tom Lehrer song about plagiarism. "Only call it please 'research.'"
Rep. Ashley Hinson on a bailout for farmers: "I'm pleased to hear that the administration acknowledges the struggles our farmers are facing and will be focused on this bridge. We need this bridge, these payments to go out to our folks so they can continue to operate."
November 21, 2025 at 1:13 PM
"Cost transparency" is, apparently, the new euphemism for farm payouts.
It's like "Lobachevsky," the Tom Lehrer song about plagiarism. "Only call it please 'research.'"
It's like "Lobachevsky," the Tom Lehrer song about plagiarism. "Only call it please 'research.'"
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‘The System Is Meant to Break You’: What ICE Is Doing to People Here Legally www.nytimes.com/2025/11/21/o...
Opinion | ‘The System Is Meant to Break You’: What ICE Is Doing to People Here Legally
www.nytimes.com
November 21, 2025 at 12:12 PM
‘The System Is Meant to Break You’: What ICE Is Doing to People Here Legally www.nytimes.com/2025/11/21/o...
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A U.S. citizen and former Marine detained.
A 15-year-old boy with no criminal record held at "Alligator Alcatraz."
A father who has lived here for 30 years. No criminal record. Still held by ICE after nearly 6 months.
We are witnessing the cruelty of Trump's police state.
A 15-year-old boy with no criminal record held at "Alligator Alcatraz."
A father who has lived here for 30 years. No criminal record. Still held by ICE after nearly 6 months.
We are witnessing the cruelty of Trump's police state.
July 20, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A U.S. citizen and former Marine detained.
A 15-year-old boy with no criminal record held at "Alligator Alcatraz."
A father who has lived here for 30 years. No criminal record. Still held by ICE after nearly 6 months.
We are witnessing the cruelty of Trump's police state.
A 15-year-old boy with no criminal record held at "Alligator Alcatraz."
A father who has lived here for 30 years. No criminal record. Still held by ICE after nearly 6 months.
We are witnessing the cruelty of Trump's police state.
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Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. It remembers the transgender people who have been killed through violence.
Not a day to debate, but to recognize that violence and murder is wrong.
Not a day to debate, but to recognize that violence and murder is wrong.
On Trans Day of Remembrance, Bethany's Life is at the Center of My Mind
Hope Pisoni | Uncloseted Media Weekly Newsletter
www.unclosetedmedia.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. It remembers the transgender people who have been killed through violence.
Not a day to debate, but to recognize that violence and murder is wrong.
Not a day to debate, but to recognize that violence and murder is wrong.
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$PSKY
Paramount CEO David Ellison is set to attend tonight's East Room dinner with President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, per a source.
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 PM
$PSKY
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Just the president of the United States rationalizing that a Washington Post reporter was basically asking to be murdered and cut to pieces with a bone saw because of his reporting.
As he sits next to the thug who ordered it.
As he sits next to the thug who ordered it.
Trump suggests Khashoggi had it coming: "You're mentioning someone that was extremely controversial. A lot of people didn't like that gentleman that you're talking about. Whether you like him or didn't like him, things happen. But he knew nothing about it. You don't have to embarrass our guest."
November 18, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Just the president of the United States rationalizing that a Washington Post reporter was basically asking to be murdered and cut to pieces with a bone saw because of his reporting.
As he sits next to the thug who ordered it.
As he sits next to the thug who ordered it.
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"things happen"
Trump suggests Khashoggi had it coming: "You're mentioning someone that was extremely controversial. A lot of people didn't like that gentleman that you're talking about. Whether you like him or didn't like him, things happen. But he knew nothing about it. You don't have to embarrass our guest."
November 18, 2025 at 10:55 PM
"things happen"
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An ICE employee was among 16 men arrested after trying to solicit a minor for sex in Bloomington, Minnesota, police say
"When he was arrested, he said, 'I'm ICE, boys,'" Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges said during a press conference. "Well, unfortunately for him, we locked him up."
"When he was arrested, he said, 'I'm ICE, boys,'" Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges said during a press conference. "Well, unfortunately for him, we locked him up."
November 19, 2025 at 2:34 AM
An ICE employee was among 16 men arrested after trying to solicit a minor for sex in Bloomington, Minnesota, police say
"When he was arrested, he said, 'I'm ICE, boys,'" Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges said during a press conference. "Well, unfortunately for him, we locked him up."
"When he was arrested, he said, 'I'm ICE, boys,'" Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges said during a press conference. "Well, unfortunately for him, we locked him up."
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When Viktor Orbán advocates for "peace" that means absolute and total capitulation of Ukraine and agreement to whatever terms Vladimir Putin asks for. When he changes his demands, so does Orbán. This is what sock puppet means. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
Viktor Orbán begins ‘anti-war roadshow’ as Hungary gears up for 2026 elections
PM makes opposition to support for Ukraine central to Fidesz campaign as it loses ground over cost of living crisis
www.theguardian.com
November 16, 2025 at 9:12 PM
When Viktor Orbán advocates for "peace" that means absolute and total capitulation of Ukraine and agreement to whatever terms Vladimir Putin asks for. When he changes his demands, so does Orbán. This is what sock puppet means. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n...
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Two explosions targeted a railway line that connects Poland and Ukraine. Prime Minister Tusk is calling these attacks “an unprecedented act of sabotage aimed at the security of the Polish state and its citizens.”
www.reuters.com/world/explos...
www.reuters.com/world/explos...
Polish PM says railway track blast was 'unprecedented act of sabotage'
An explosion that damaged a Polish railway track on a route to Ukraine was an "unprecedented act of sabotage", Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday, and he vowed to catch those responsible for an incident he said could have ended in tragedy.
www.reuters.com
November 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Two explosions targeted a railway line that connects Poland and Ukraine. Prime Minister Tusk is calling these attacks “an unprecedented act of sabotage aimed at the security of the Polish state and its citizens.”
www.reuters.com/world/explos...
www.reuters.com/world/explos...
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79-year-old Paul Bojerski was born to Polish parents in a WWII German refugee camp. His family legally emigrated to the U.S. when he was 5.
He’s been taken by ICE in Florida.
www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/16/s...
He’s been taken by ICE in Florida.
www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/16/s...
Sanford grandfather, born in refugee camp, nabbed by ICE after 70 years in U.S.
Paul Bojerski never gained official residency, but he checked in regularly with ICE for years. Then in July, at age 79, he was detained and sent to Alligator Alcatraz.
www.orlandosentinel.com
November 17, 2025 at 2:18 PM
79-year-old Paul Bojerski was born to Polish parents in a WWII German refugee camp. His family legally emigrated to the U.S. when he was 5.
He’s been taken by ICE in Florida.
www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/16/s...
He’s been taken by ICE in Florida.
www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/16/s...
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To negotiate a trade deal with the President of the United States, the Swiss government arrived with a "special Rolex desktop clock" and "a 1-kilogram personalized gold bar"
www.axios.com/2025/11/14/t...
www.axios.com/2025/11/14/t...
How to lobby Trump with Swiss precision: gifts, gold and gab
How the Swiss broke a diplomatic logjam on tariffs by arriving with tributes fit for a king.
www.axios.com
November 15, 2025 at 7:07 PM
To negotiate a trade deal with the President of the United States, the Swiss government arrived with a "special Rolex desktop clock" and "a 1-kilogram personalized gold bar"
www.axios.com/2025/11/14/t...
www.axios.com/2025/11/14/t...
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Many of his comments this year suggests he consumes a ton of popularist content and very little pointing out the many flaws in that thinking. I assume his peer group is the audience that consumes popularist content, so he would need real intentionality to get other perspectives.
This is a straightforward Republican attack line, what the fuck is he doing
November 15, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Many of his comments this year suggests he consumes a ton of popularist content and very little pointing out the many flaws in that thinking. I assume his peer group is the audience that consumes popularist content, so he would need real intentionality to get other perspectives.
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Charlotte showing that the #BraveOfUS will stand up to this regime. Thank you.
November 17, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Charlotte showing that the #BraveOfUS will stand up to this regime. Thank you.