BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Happy Labor Day. Grateful for all workers and for those who support them. Everyone deserves dignity and a liveable wage. ๐
"There is no peace without justice." ๐ Fuck fascism, bigots, cruelty, hate, and willful ignorance. ๐
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Happy Labor Day. Grateful for all workers and for those who support them. Everyone deserves dignity and a liveable wage. ๐
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Everyone who can should watch. ๐ฅ
Dr. Jack Brown (@drjackbrown.bsky.social) reposted
โGet it all on record now. Get the films. Get the witnesses. Because somewhere down the road of history some bastard will get up and say that this never happened.โ Dwight D. Eisenhower
Kevin M. Kruse (@kevinmkruse.bsky.social) reposted
Anyway, Iโm glad to know the president is still technically alive so he can watch this tomorrow www.usatoday.com/story/news/p...
Jess Piper (@piperformissouri.bsky.social) reposted
MO Gov Mike Kehoe is calling a special session to gerrymander the 5th District which encompasses Kansas City. He is specifically violating Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which bans any voting practice that denies or weakens the power of a racial minority to elect its preferred candidates.
Jason (@gizmosspace.bsky.social) reposted
I love how music transcends not only every human but every species. Thatโs why I love all musicians because they share a message that resonates with every living being on this planet.
Alt National Park Service (@altnps.bsky.social) reposted
Today we celebrate the strength and resilience of working people everywhere. Nearly 300,000 federal employees have lost their jobs this year not because of necessity, but because of a political agenda. And while peopleโs lives were destroyed in the name of โsaving money,โ
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
Wages of unionized workers are 13% higher than their nonunion counterparts. But unions also set a higher pay standard that all workers enjoy. In high-union-density states, median household income is $12,000 higher than in low-union-density states. This is why unions are vital.
David Kaib (@davidkaib.bsky.social) reposted
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
I'm watching The Bride Of Frankenstein, and it's breaking my heart. How have I never seen this before?? Bride of Frankenstein (1935) - IMDb share.google/O4TKl33YrccJ...
Mueller, She Wrote (@muellershewrote.com) reposted
What if we established a tax-exempt Church of Democracy and sued the government for infringing on our religious freedoms when it does authoritarian stuff?
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
The NRA buys off Congress. No action on guns. The oil industry buys off Congress. No action on climate. Insurance companies buy off Congress. No action on health care. The list goes on and on. Money in politics is the root of our dysfunction.
๐ญ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฌ-๐ญ๐ฒ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ (@tales-typos.bsky.social) reposted
I love this ad by Gavin Newsom! Must watch ๐๐๐๐๐
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
If only we had a Supreme Court that upheld the rule of law. Sigh.
Nurse Chapel ๐บ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฌ๐ฑ (@nurse-chapel.bsky.social) reposted
Post something Epstein every day. Don't let this go away. The Epstein files are real. The Epstein files are real. The Epstein files are real.The Epstein files are real. The Epstein files are real. The Epstein files are real.
Adam Cohen (My Personal Views Only) (@axidentaliberal.bsky.social) reposted
You donโt have to like Gavin Newsom And you donโt have to support him as the Democratic nominee in 2028 But-right now-with Trump threatening to become a dictator as our democracy precariously teeters on the edge of a precipice Heโs one of the few Democrats who have offered a viable battle plan
Laurence H. Tribe (@tribelaw.bsky.social) reposted
Dr. William Foege, 89, who helped end smallpox in the 1970s, recently wrote: RFK Jr.โs โwords can be as lethal as the smallpox virus.โ And his actions are more lethal still. Heโs waging war on America. Thatโs an impeachable offense. He must be removed from office. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/27/h...
Alt National Park Service (@altnps.bsky.social) reposted
Weโre going to go on a rant for a minute, and yes weโre bringing some history with us. Back in 1755, Benjamin Franklin wrote words that still echo today: โThose who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.โ
Keith Olbermann (@olbermann.bsky.social) reposted
It's time to remove Robert F. Kennedy Jr from government before he kills us all
Jeremy Corbyn (@jeremycorbyn.bsky.social) reposted
I am sickened by the relentless demonisation of refugees. No refugee underfunded a school. No refugee closed a hospital. No refugee took away support from the sick and disabled. We need solutions not scapegoats. Stop blaming refugees and tax the rich instead!
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Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
Schools Theaters Concerts Malls Churches Synagogues Mosques Parks Nightclubs Offices Festivals Stores Military Bases Bars Post Offices Yoga Studios Super Bowl parades Nowhere is safe from the scourge of gun violence in America. You can't tell me we must simply accept it.
Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
RULE ABOUT AMERICAN FLAGS: If you burn the fabric part, you're looking at jail. But it you use the pole part to assault a police officer, you get a presidential pardon, praise, and some cash.
Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
AMERICA: โItโs a mental health issue.โ REST OF THE WORLD: โWe have those. But donโt have mass shootings.โ AMERICA: โItโs video games.โ WORLD: โWe have those too. But donโt have mass shootings.โ AMERICA B: โItโs cause they took Jesus out of the classroom.โ WORLD: โGod, youโre stupid.โ
Alt CDC (they/them) (@altcdc.altgov.info) reposted
โIf you strip away his famous surname and maybe look past his advanced age, Kennedy is indistinguishable from a beauty influencer.โ #FireRFKjr www.nytimes.com/2025/08/26/o...
AltSSA (@altssa.altgov.info) reposted
They arenโt fucking, you braindead sack of shit. Itโs a war. That actually can be one sided. You know, like when one side invades the other. ๐คฌ๐คฌ๐คฌ๐คฌ๐คฌ
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
One more crisis to add to the pile of overwhelm. Keep your calm, focus on one or two issues, and take care of yourself. This is a long haul but we will prevail. On another note, ๐คฌ๐คฎ๐ฑโ ๏ธ๐ฅ
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Signed.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social) reply parent
If Abrego Garcia is fighting for justice, we all can. Let's all be Abrego.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
FUCK YEAH!!! ๐๐๐
Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
First, they came for John Bolton And I did speak out Because even though I'm not a nutty right-wing warmonger with a ridiculous mustache, I am an American who is horrified by a simple-minded tyrant using our Justice Department to avenge his petty, personal grudges.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social) reply parent
Squirrel finds the secret to happiness. #pizzaislife #treepizza #squirrelslovepizza
The Verge (@theverge.com) reposted
Thereโs plenty of disinformation trying to blame the nascent offshore wind industry for whale deaths without evidence. Not only is that misleading, it also takes the focus away from solutions that might actually address the leading causes of death โ vessel strikes and entanglement with fishing gear.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
I keep seeing news that supports the terrifying idea the oligarchs intend to weed out the vulnerable to clamp down on the impending slave class. Too far? Reassure me. I beg you.
Mueller, She Wrote (@muellershewrote.com) reposted
These guys should be home with their families.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
This made my day. Go, sandwich patriot, go!! ๐๐ผ๐โ๐ผ๐๐๐ผ๐
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Well, this is disgusting. When's that karma supposed to kick in? *checks watch*
Steve Peltonen (@stevepeltonen.com) reposted
A new study says Xโs dominance in research metrics may be ending as Bluesky emerges as a clear alternative matching engagement in ways once unthinkable. Politics and geography play a big role. #Altmetrics #Research #Bluesky www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty... by @patrickjack.bsky.social
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
"Wadsack launched an online fundraiser in May, announcing a goal of raising $75,000 for her "legal defense fund." In the months since, she has received $1,445 in donations." ๐๐๐๐ I think her name says it all. What an asshole.
Mueller, She Wrote (@muellershewrote.com) reposted
NOW: There is a hearing happening now for Mr. Abrego's Writ of Habeas Corpus. Here's what his lawyers are asking for: www.muellershewrote.com/p/new-mr-abr...
Ted Lieu (@tedlieu.bsky.social) reposted
CANCEL THE CUTS RELEASE THE FILES
ACLU (@aclu.org) reposted
BREAKING: President Trump signed an executive order instructing prosecutors to go after protesters who desecrate the American flag. The Supreme Court has been clear: Desecrating the flag, including by burning it, is protected by the First Amendment.
Joshua J. Friedman (@joshuajfriedman.com) reposted
Judge Xinis: Your clients are *absolutely forbidden* from removing Mr. Abrego from the continental United States. You understand this? DOJ: Yes.
Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) reposted
Walz says Harris "would have been a fantastic president... we wouldn't wake up every day to a bunch of shit on TV. We would wake up to an adult w/ compassion & dignity doing the work, not a manchild crying about whatever is wrong with him. May his fat ankles find something today. Petty as hell."
God (@thegodpodcast.com) reposted
The craziest thing about Trump sending armed troops to occupy 19 states is that heโs doing it to distract from being in the Epstein Files and everyone knows it.
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Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
Threatening to traffic Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda if he doesn't plead guilty is extortion, not justice. If the corrupt and incompetent Pamela Jo Bondi had evidence of a crime, she would have the DOJ prosecute instead of making threats. apnews.com/article/abre...
Alt National Park Service (@altnps.bsky.social) reposted
It isnโt normal for a president to repeatedly threaten the use of military force against American citizens. Treating the National Guard as a political pawn disrespects those who serve and undermines public trust in our military.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
This is great news! ๐๐๐
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Sigh.
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
Over a quarter of all homes sold in the first three months of 2025 were bought by real estate investors. If we want to make housing affordable again, we must get Wall Street out of our homes. https://youtu.be/q9TOGxDJ0TE?feature=shared
Olga Nesterova (@onestpress.onestnetwork.com) reposted
Kharkiv tonight. People chanting โPutin Khuyloโ, which essentially means Putin go f yourself
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Fabulous! Yes! ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ
The Tennessee Holler (@thetnholler.bsky.social) reposted
Because nothing says โyou should feel free to come visit Washingtonโ like standing in front of dozens of armed soldiers next to a guy who thinks women shouldnโt be able to vote ๐
M Meerkat (@kackbro.bsky.social) reposted
Whatever AOC Says, Is Worth Repeating, Correct Mr. Chump.......
Dr. Lucky Tran (@luckytran.com) reposted
Are the mRNA vaccines incredible? YES! Are the mRNA vaccines perfect? No. Have the mRNA vaccines saved millions of lives? YES! Can we make the mRNA vaccines even better? YES! Can we use mRNA vaccine technology to prevent and treat many other diseases? YES! Fund mRNA research!
Christopher Webb (@cwebbonline.com) reposted
Over the weekend, the โsandwich throwerโ posters went up all over DC. Instant icon of resistance. A remix of Banksyโs mural: not a Molotov, not a rock, but something just as disruptive, a hoagie hurled with defiance.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
๐ Gotta admit, I'm loving this.
Jas ๐ชถ๐ป๐๐จ๐ฆ (@itistherealjas.bsky.social) reposted
My favorite day of the week. Welcome to the cradle. The midweek. The stretch. The exhale.Today, take a short pause and reflect. Look around. Wherever you are, there is beauty there. Finding it. Enjoy it. Fill yourself up with it. Then continue on! Be it. Be grateful. Be safe. Be you. Take no shit.
Mueller, She Wrote (@muellershewrote.com) reposted
The woman petitioning SCOTUS to overturn marriage equality in the name of the sanctity of marriage is on her fourth husband.
The Onion (@theonion.com) reposted
RFK Jr. Mandates All Americans Drink Mysterious Glowing Liquid
Anthony Michael Kreis (@anthonymkreis.bsky.social) reposted
The President cannot commandeer any local law enforcement. The President does not run the Smithsonian. The monthly BLS jobs report is required by law. Release the Epstein files. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Dr. Tea, Cake, & Revolution. (@witwarrior.bsky.social) reposted
Putin is a warmonger and a stone cold murderer. He has caused deaths by bombs, bullets, poisoning, radiation, nerve toxins, defenestration. No matter what office he presently holds, no representative of the American people has any right to host him or honor him.
Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) reposted
Wes Moore on Fox & Friends: "Our National Guards are not trained for this ... we know the missions that they are trained for. Municipal policing is not one of them. If we want to be serious about making people safe, let's actually do the things that make people safe."
Mueller, She Wrote (@muellershewrote.com) reposted
NEW: Governor Newsom will be holding a press conference and rally at 11:30 AM PT tomorrow in Los Angeles regarding redistricting. The announcement is chef's kiss.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Fingers crossed.
Wolf Conservation Center ๐บ (@nywolforg.bsky.social) reposted
Every day is #InternationalWolfDay in our eyes, but todayโs a great reminder of how amazing wolves are! ๐บ Support wolf recovery and conservation by donating or advocating for stronger protections. ๐๐พ Learn more about ways to make an impact: nywolf.org
The Tennessee Holler (@thetnholler.bsky.social) reposted
Notice they donโt deny it. Corruption and grift at every turn. ๐บ๐ธ
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Wordle 1,516 2/6 ๐จ๐จ๐จโฌ๐จ ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฉ Today is a good day. Microdose happiness. ๐
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
FUCK YEAH. This gave me full-body goosebumps. โ๐ผ๐๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
AG Chris Mayes standing up for AZ! Landlords have got to step up. Sure, repairs are expensive. Are they cheaper than going to prison for killing tenants?
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Mark Hamill (@markhamillofficial.bsky.social) reposted
Yeah JD, we remember. We will never forget your boss was best friends with the guy who ran a literal child sex trafficking ring. And then that guy was "silenced" forever. And now we will just not talk about anything else until they... #ReleaseThe_EPSTEIN_Files
Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) reposted
Mark Kelly: "I hope we got something out of this. Putin is a war criminal. This is not a show of strength to allow him to fly into the United States to land here to negotiate with our president."
IndivisibleLasVegas (@indivisiblelasvegas.org) reposted
Weโd love to see local restaurants put up no ICE signs so we can buy-cott them!
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
So, Netanyahu's targeting Gaza journalists, now. Bad form, asshole. Karma had better be a bitch.
U.S. Representative Al Green (@algreen.house.gov) reposted
In Aug. 2022, H.R.517 passed the House, supporting designation of Aug. 20 as Slavery Remembrance Day. Our ceremony commemorates the enslaved who built our nation and endured unimaginable suffering. 11 days til SRD. Sign up to attend here: tinyurl.com/4343mzj4 #CountDowntoSRD
Andrew Weinstein (@andrewjweinstein.com) reposted
Nope, still not distracted. Release the Epstein files.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social) reply parent
I'd be more concerned they'd just buy off the Mob, if they haven't already.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
Disgusting.
Joe Walsh (@walshfreedom.bsky.social) reposted
I happened upon a local rally for democracy in Cold Spring, NY. Theyโre out here at this intersection every Saturday morning. 50 patriotic folks out here today. Great stuff. #NoKings.๐
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social) reply parent
That's a hell of a recap. Harrowing, where we are right now.
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social) reply parent
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
This is fucked up. What is wrong with these people???
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
BAHAHAHAHA!!! ๐คฌ๐โ๐ผ
Insta Science (@instascience.bsky.social) reposted
Incredible footage of Plasma ejecting from the Sun.
โLarry Colvinโ (@larrycolvin.bsky.social) reposted
MUST WATCH! Jasmine Crockett takes DOWN Texas AG Ken Paxton, who vowed to "hunt down" Democratic lawmakers who fled the state. ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅLFG! #MessWithTexas
BabaYoYaga (@babayoyaga.bsky.social)
TRUTH.