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We’re focused on preserving and defending democracy in the US and the world through education and promoting our sacred values of liberty, equality, and justice for all. We stan essential institutions, including our nation’s universities and the free press.
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The Shield and Star @shieldandstar.bsky.social · Nov 12
Welcome to The Shield and Star - dedicated to promoting and preserving #democracy in the #usa and around the world. Follow us and stay tuned for more to come!

#resist #freedom #libery #equality #justice #ruleoflaw #history #journalism
Graphic featuring the quote from former U.S. President John Adams: “Liberty cannot be preserved without general knowledge among the people.”
shieldandstar.bsky.social
Oppressors may seem powerful on the surface, but they are few- those who believe in the good and just causes of our nation are MANY. We cannot- we MUST NOT- allow those who would diminish our values make us think otherwise.
#democracy #freedom #liberty #constitution #equality #justice #america #MLK
Quote by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.”
November 18, 2024 at 6:56 PM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
In perilous times, it's important to seek Truth from as many sources and in as many ways as we can. Do not give up and give in to voices that seek to cloud our visions with fear and hate.

#liberty #freedom #democracy #justice #equality
Quote by Abraham Lincoln: "The shepherd drives the wolf from the sheep's throat, for which the sheep thanks the shepherd as his liberator, while the wolf denounces him for the same act as the destroyer of liberty. Plainly, the sheep and the wolf are not agreed upon a definition of liberty."
November 17, 2024 at 2:27 PM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
America has always struggled to live up to our Constitutional ideals. Hold fast to our dreams of "a more perfect Union" - stand against any and all oppression you see in whatever ways you can.

#liberty #democracy #equality #justice #freedom #usa #America #constitution #womensrights #quotes
Graphic quote: "It was we, the people; not we, the white male citizens; nor yet we, the male citizens; but we, the whole people, who formed the Union. And we formed it, not to give the blessings of liberty, but to secure them; not to the half of ourselves and the half of our posterity, but to the whole people - women as well as men." - Women's Rights Activist Susan B. Anthony
November 17, 2024 at 12:14 AM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
Liberty, like a plant, needs constant care and nurturing to thrive. Each of us must tend to our freedom every day: Remain aware of current events; speak out when others are oppressed; and hold our elected officials accountable to the Constitution.

#democracy #justice #equality #usa #america
Graphic quote by former United States President George Washington: “Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.”
November 15, 2024 at 4:06 PM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
If one of us is not free, then none of us are free. We must look out for our neighbors and protect the freedoms of strangers. That is part of our sacred duty to our country, our Constitution, and the generations to come.

#democracy #freedom #liberty #justice #equality #ruleoflaw #constitution
Quote by former United States President, Abraham Lincoln: “Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves; and under the rule of a just God, cannot long retain it.”
November 14, 2024 at 4:36 PM
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indivisible.org
Our community is growing every day, and we want to stay connected with all of you. Are you part of an Indivisible group? Let us know so we can follow you back and keep growing our movement!
November 13, 2024 at 7:18 PM
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jkbjournalist.bsky.social
I had a bit of trouble finding & adding some people, so suggestions are welcome. At one point I had almost 40 names on here but they dropped off. It's just a start...https://go.bsky.app/G2obm9i
November 13, 2024 at 5:07 PM
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mikehixenbaugh.com
Here’s a running list of NBC News reporters on @bsky.app.

I’ll keep adding to it as more accounts come online.

(Wave if I missed you 👋🏼 )
go.bsky.app/9VqVvFd
November 13, 2024 at 12:20 AM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
We must look within ourselves and find the courage in our hopes of liberty and freedom. Each of us can be heroes in so many ways.

#democracy #freedom #liberty #justice #equality #usa #america #quotes #quotestoliveby #hamilton
Graphic quote by United States Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton: “There is a certain enthusiasm in liberty that makes human nature rise above itself, in acts of bravery and heroism.”
November 13, 2024 at 3:42 PM
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The Guardian will no longer post its content to X
Why the Guardian is no longer posting on X
We will stop posting from our official editorial accounts on the platform, but X users can still share our articles
www.theguardian.com
November 13, 2024 at 12:36 PM
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annaleighclark.bsky.social
Ever more ProPublicans are on here now! 🕵️🔎

If you already followed this starter pack, it's worth checking in again to see who is newly added.

go.bsky.app/RkNqWmw
November 11, 2024 at 10:31 PM
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keribla.bsky.social
This is my starter pack of reporters and experts and legal folks, primarily law-focused and media-focused.

Why does this feel so much like picking your top 8 on MySpace

go.bsky.app/S9jWEGH
Reporters and law nerds
Join the conversation
go.bsky.app
November 11, 2024 at 10:12 PM
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viannadavila.bsky.social
Well let's see how this goes. I'm a @propublica.org / Texas Tribune investigative reporter based in Austin, born and raised in San Antonio. I want to hear your stories!
November 12, 2024 at 5:07 PM
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mollyjongfast.bsky.social
Seems bad
November 12, 2024 at 10:51 PM
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citizensforethics.org
Call your member of Congress to ask them to vote NO on HR. 9495 if you don't want Trump's new Treasury Secretary to have this new and extremely dangerous power.

Here's the congressional switchboard number: (202) 224-3121
November 12, 2024 at 8:06 PM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
In dark times, we must always look for the light. Even when it's hard to find, it is there. But we also must try to be the light for others around us as well.

#democracy #freedom #usa #liberty #justice #ruleoflaw #america #equality #resist #history
Quite by the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”
November 12, 2024 at 8:01 PM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
Freedom isn't free - and we honor and thank all of our brave men and women who fought to ensure our nation's liberties. But each of us - veteran or not - have a DUTY to ensure that freedom extends beyond ourselves and to others, friends and strangers alike.

#Freedom #Democracy #veterans #usa
Quote by former South African President Nelson Mandela: “For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.”
November 12, 2024 at 7:58 PM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction."

It's important for all Americans to understand our civic history and our civic duties, and pass lessons of liberty, community, and the rule-of-law to the next generation.

Apathy is a poison to democracy; knowledge can be its cure.
Graphic featuring this quote from former U.S. President Ronald Reagan: “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.”
November 12, 2024 at 7:56 PM
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bsky.app
hello and welcome to the 1M people that have joined Bluesky in the last week!!!
November 12, 2024 at 7:39 PM
shieldandstar.bsky.social
Welcome to The Shield and Star - dedicated to promoting and preserving #democracy in the #usa and around the world. Follow us and stay tuned for more to come!

#resist #freedom #libery #equality #justice #ruleoflaw #history #journalism
Graphic featuring the quote from former U.S. President John Adams: “Liberty cannot be preserved without general knowledge among the people.”
November 12, 2024 at 7:49 PM