How many more summer days have to be stolen before we stop pretending this is natural? How many unprecedented disasters must be explained before the explanation is allowed to stick?

Yes, I am the oddball who built a Corsi-Rosenthal box a couple of years ago when we had big wildfires in western Kansas that sent smoke our way. Took about an hour. Works great. Impressed the construction team we had out at our house on unrelated issues. engineering.ucdavis.edu/news/science...

Watching Maine Dems debate for Maine Senate / love the plain speak from our candidates about the essentialness of abolishing ICE. I’m team Shenna! www.bellowsformaine.com

Democrats need Shenna Bellows for Maine

Dangerous record-breaking heat linked to climate change could be somewhat moderated this week by the presence of dangerous wildfire smoke in the air linked to climate change. Do I have that right?

This isn't even about opportunity, however. It's about promotions that were earned and accorded in a process Hegseth is inserting himself in. Hegseth Blocks Promotions for More Women Done.

Getting a pep talk from @ejeancarroll.bsky.social - Ask E. Jean movie streaming now

Another killing by ICE, this time in Maine. That’s twice in one week. How can America keep asking immigrant workers to work as usual if they are being shot dead on their way to work? Stop killing us.

ICE has fatally shot 11 people since Donald Trump's second term began. These are not isolated incidents. They are the predictable result of a cruel, violent system. Abolish ICE.

On the scene here in Biddeford where ICE shot and killed someone this morning. Still so many unknowns. Let me be clear: Federal immigration enforcement should NOT be using deadly force against anyone in our communities. Period. We need a full, independent investigation, and we need answers.

Our local newspaper, The Portland Press Herald, has lifted their paywall on coverage of the ICE shooting of a man in Biddeford, Maine this morning. They have excellent reporters and will have much more accurate information than natl news as we learn more: www.pressherald.com/2026/07/13/s...

I wish more journalists would point out that Sen. McConnell and Rep. Tom Kean (missed 4 months of work) are/were essentially on paid sick & medical leave. The same employment protection they’ve spent their careers blocking other Americans from having.

$3,600.   That's how much EXTRA the average family in Washington state had to pay since Trump took office because of his reckless and stupid policies.

My heart is with the family & loved ones of Louisa Gag, a beloved community member & public servant committed to making Boston a safer & more accessible city. Her dedication to improving the livability of our streets, neighborhoods, & public spaces has made Boston a better place.

Just a reminder that Platner has not withdrawn his name from the ballot. Before doing a post mortem, perhaps we should focus on getting him out of the race.

I also need a political communication webinar on how to better interrupt this circular discourse - gender & politics scholars any thoughts on responding to the “men are more electable” myth?

We would have an even more robust and incredible set of candidates if we didn’t tolerate racism, xenophobia and other forms of political violence to marginalize so many women serving in the State Legislature.

The circle telling us that only men are electable and then putting all their resources into making men more electable and into amplify the message that only men are electable is going to drive me absolutely bananas. Women are completely electable and excellent leaders.

I haven’t read @rtraister.bsky.social original piece yet (firewall) but i’m pretty sure I will agree with most of it and yet I disagree with this – so many of us who were stuck on the red flag of Platner had been out in force against Kavanaugh and navigating the backlash against us

I really can’t imagine why we can’t all get behind Shenna Bellows except sexism. She comes in 1st in the MaineGov RCV when Hannah‘s #2 votes are redistributed. Her platform is nearly identical to Platner, but her integrity is not in question and her political life is scandal free. #mepolitics

I support @shennabellows.bsky.social for Maine! And I honestly wish @troyjackson207.bsky.social and Dr. Shah would step aside and honor that this moment should amplify the importance of including women "at the table." cawp.rutgers.edu/congress-us-...

A total violation of international law. Eswatini is imprisoning people from multiple countries no crime, based on no violation of law in that country, and with the direct knowledge and acquiescence of the United States.

Just so so impeachable "Trump on Friday rejected $227 million in aid requests from New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Rhode Island for help recovering from a major snowstorm in February. Two days earlier, Trump approved FEMA disaster aid for six Republican-led states"

I don't know how anyone could miss a joint event with @prisonculture.bsky.social and @theradr.bsky.social. Tonight, sign up to learn from two of the best organizers out there. (I'll be there, even though I already know my role, because the collective wisdom OMG!) www.mobilize.us/educateus/ev...

Zero national organizations should attempt to raise $& off of Platner - all money should be invested in survivor support orgs in Maine - @mecasa.bsky.social and Maine Coaliton to End Domestic Violence and their member orgs. www.mecasa.org or www.mcedv.org

I think the Platner thing hit me so hard bc it was one of the most protracted, widespread acts of misogynist gaslighting from my own side that I've seen. We were presented with an obvious violent scumbag who was constantly lying (badly, might I add) and told we were crazy for not loving him

Folks, no one has a RIGHT to higher office. OK? You aren't "canceling" anyone when you decide NOT TO SUPPORT THEIR QUEST FOR MORE POWER. Please let's be SERIOUS. This is not what is meant by "no one is disposable." I'm begging people to focus and use your brains. That man can still make a LIVING.

Cheer up, USA. One of your soccer teams has won 4 World Cups.

I am so clear on the issues and completely confused about the politics. Sexual harassment and violence in politics is an extremely well established problem which generally benefits the men in power. How do we build Feminist power quickly enough not to just replace Platner with another dude?

“During the lockdowns, we proved that a little bit of money in the hands of parents ended so much child hunger in the US. Once the lockdowns ended people were nostalgic for the before times, so we brought it all back.”

Something that I appreciate about being a marginalized person in this country is that it makes me unsentimental about it. This means that there's always an opportunity to redo things. This day sucked, well there's tomorrow or next month or next year to do something else. Things should change.

Advocates are sounding the alarm after zines were used as evidence to convict protesters of terrorism charges tied to 2025 protest at Texas ICE facility. #MsReads via @theguardian.com

The point of the Trump administration’s charges against me? Cruelty. Getting away with cruelty behind closed doors at ICE facilities, using the process to try to drag me through the mud and drown me in legal fees. It’s all part of the same agenda.

The policy is even more radical than the headline says. The Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program is being canceled to redirect the funds towards Republican groups. news.bloomberglaw.com/health-law-a...

All of U.S. 250 Demonstrations are kicking off nationwide, as @lsarsour.bsky.social speaks in Washington, D.C. Find a protest near you at AllofUs250.org!

It is arguments like this that have my heart heavy. I 1000% agree that Collins must go. But I do not agree that we should normalize gender based violence as a regular way people lose their temper and I don’t think asking for excellent policy addressing gendered violence is a purity test.

Doctors interviewed for a new study shared dramatic cases of patients stuck in legal limbo while waiting to receive lifesaving medical care.

After Secretary Hegseth scrapped the military’s flu vaccine mandate, it was only a matter of time before an outbreak occurred. It was a reckless decision that put troops in harm’s way and undermined our military readiness.

Maine’s primary tally is stuck at 97% - why? Where are those pesky 3% of votes hiding? #mepolitics

This is so horrifying. All of these individuals have families, Community connections and human rights. Any Maine people who’ve claimed Blue Lives matter should immediately donate www.mainesolidarity.org

My local coffee shop is full of people watching Rise Up and Sing / singing together, sharing ideas for action, building connections and stronger community — facists bound to lose! www.riseupsingout.com

New Post! Turning World Cup Fever Into Climate Conversations ift.tt/iHpeEzX

This is an incredible relief and victory -out of state billionaires can’t just buy a bullying campaign as part of a misguided GOTV strategy. Grateful to coalition orgs for strategically challenging! Maine, we still have a big education project ahead but not under the pressure of a ballot initiative

Over the last five years, the number one reason millennials and Gen Z leaders have given us for wanting to run for local office is “the cost of housing.” It is THE thing that pushed people to act. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/07/n...

much of the Pl*tner discourse lately evokes "masculinity" as a thing "he has" or "we need" in politics. so I will re-up this short essay from 2023 about how it's impossible to discuss masculinity without grappling with how ppl unconsciously view femininity juliaserano.medium.com/masculinity-...

Hey #mepolitics @nytimes.com Clarifying question: is the campaign confirming or denying that Platner had a relationship with Fifield?

Portland Maine - this film is an intellectual/political history of the last several decades and a memoir of Amy Goodman - an incredible journalist. We are so lucky she shares so many stories. There are many upcoming dates www.portlandmuseum.org/event/pma-fi... @stealthisstory.bsky.social

We have an amazing array of candidates for Maine Governor (Dems!) and Ranked Choice Voting. Getting to the nuance of their differences is a challenge in these debates. #MEPolitics

This is an amazing victory against an out of state right wing funded hate campaign meant to drive GOP voters to the polls at the expense of Maine‘s kids. The organizations that fought to uphold Maine’s signature collection laws deserve an enormous amount of thanks and donations.