Barb Haig
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Communications consultant. News junkie. Washington Heights resident. Books & bikes.
"This administration wants to set itself up as somehow Christian. Let them, then, do the bare minimum: Welcome the stranger."
@americamag.bsky.social
www.americamagazine.org/faithinfocus...
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JD Vanceâs immigration comments are an insult to our Catholic faith
This administration wants to set itself up as somehow Christian. Let them, then, do the bare minimum: Welcome the stranger.
https://www.americamagazine.org/faithinfocus/2025/11/03/jd-vance-immigrant-neighbor/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=JD%20Vance%20s%20immigration%20comments%20are%20an%20insult%20to%20our%20Catholic%20faith&utm_campaign=Daily%2011%203%2025
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Important article for relationships of all ages.
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'Mankeeping' Is Building Resentment In Straight Relationships. And Women Are Finally Talking About It.
Men deserve opportunities to be vulnerable. But women are not an infinite resource for managing the emotions of men.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/mankeeping-relationships-emotional-intelligence-goog_l_6903b0fce4b0d05408ab570c?fbclid=IwY2xjawNy6G5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFoZ1ozd1dYSHp6UHJHTGNEAR7JiNCt52F9qJulTJfL86i9SLUzFnZJJnoOFmXswgw1YUVAuB-DRmTRzRZSAw_aem_EepiseqvBarX4YyiOQ3kYg
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Tell the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops: We need an end to gun violence -- not just thoughts and prayers
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Tell the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops: We need an end to gun violence
The recent school shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church was devastating. Catholic Bishops must call for an end to gun violence by restricting access to assault weapons -- not just thoughts and pray...
https://act.faithfulamerica.org/sign/usccb-gun-violence-2025?akid=s699202..4cvaX5
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Signs the Frog Has Been Boiled
www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/sig...
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Signs the Frog Has Been Boiled
A large pot sits in plain sight. Thereâs a frog in it. Every day, Leader announces his plans to boil the frog. His campaign slogan was âBOIL THAT F...
https://www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/signs-the-frog-has-been-boiled
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Wonderful story!
www.americamagazine.org/faith/2025/0...
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The Catholic nun who brought faith and social justice to New Yorkâs airwaves for over 50 years
Sister Camille DâArienzo âdidnât toe the line. She said what she believed. She is a progressive woman who had a very big pulpit, which was over three million listeners a week.â
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2025/06/27/sister-camillie-darienzo-251019?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=The%20Catholic%20nun%20who%20brought%20faith%20and%20social%20justice%20to%20New%20York%20s%20airwaves%20for%20over%2050%20years&utm_campaign=Daily%206%2030%2025
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Reuters
4 months ago
US environment agency employees say Trump administration undermining mission
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US environment agency employees say Trump administration undermining mission
Nearly 300 current and recently terminated employees of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency published a declaration of dissent on Monday, outlining five major concerns about how the Trump administration's politicization of science and severe job cuts were undermining the agency's mission.
https://reut.rs/4leZ1JW
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Sign our petition
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Sign the petition: Christians reject Trump's war on Iran
As followers of the Prince of Peace, we need to counter the religious right and make it clear that tens of thousands of social-justice Christians oppose the MAGA regime's war on Iran. Add your name no...
https://act.faithfulamerica.org/sign/Trump-Iran-25?akid=s693480..6Vyyqs
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Putting this here as a reminder.
www.ragan.com/30-of-the-be...
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30 of the best AI prompts for better communications work - Ragan Communications
Communicators shared their favorite prompts for super-charged work.
https://www.ragan.com/30-of-the-best-ai-prompts-for-better-communications-work/?utm_source=RDH&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=RDH+(2025-06-13)&utm_content=article+title&utm_term=2&oly_enc_id=6899D8303367C8A
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NBC News
5 months ago
BREAKING: A federal judge says the termination of NIH grants for research on diversity-related topics by President Trump's administration was âvoid and illegal,â and accused the government of discriminating against racial minorities and LGBT people.
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Judge deems Trump's cuts to National Institutes of Health illegal
U.S. District Judge William Young said the NIH violated federal law by arbitrarily canceling more than $1 billion in research grants because of their perceived connection to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
https://nbcnews.to/408pmR0
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âWhat a stupid question?â Is that how professionals interact with Journalists in America?
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The Atlantic
5 months ago
Not too long ago, Republicans believed in the rule of law, limiting the power of government, and protecting individual liberty, Peter Wehner writes. Then came Donald Trump.
https://theatln.tc/JIM7oXYh
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Governor Tony Evers
6 months ago
Wisconsinâs forests and our forestry industry play a critical role in our Wisconsin way of lifeâand our economic success.âšâšI'm urging the Trump Administration to prevent any federal funding and staffing cuts that will negatively impact this crucial Wisconsin industry. âŹïž
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Excellent article from America magazine about the ongoing leadership roles women have played in Catholic history. Itâs time to let women lead again.
www.americamagazine.org/faith/2025/0...
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The Catholic Church and female leadership: A âwoman problemâ or a history problem?
Catholics suffer from widespread ignorance of important, historical precedents of both female and lay ecclesial leadership.
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2025/05/20/mcshea-female-leadership-history-catholic-250720
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Lisa Bahr
6 months ago
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@raskin.house.gov
is on fire! Powerful speech about the Jan 6th insurrection, & the unconstitutional charges brought by F47's DOJ's Alina Habba against Congresswoman
@replamonica.bsky.social
. Thank you Congressman. It helps to know & hear you fighting for us. đđ”đȘ
www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGk_...
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WATCH: Jamie Raskin Fires Back At GOP Lawmakers Decrying LaMonica McIver By Playing Jan. 6 Video
YouTube video by Forbes Breaking News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGk_kHyUAn4
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FactsMatter314
6 months ago
Important to do this. Example comment:
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No surprise here.
www.visualcapitalist.com/ranked-u-s-p...
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Ranked: U.S. Presidentsâ Approval Ratings After 100 Days (1953-Today)
Trump's approval rating first-quarter approval of 44% marks one of the weakest starts to a presidential term in modern history.
https://www.visualcapitalist.com/ranked-u-s-presidents-approval-ratings-after-100-days-1953-today/
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#Flow
: Always one of my favorite topics - and the key to happiness and productivity.
www.theguardian.com/wellness/202...
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âAn optimal state of consciousnessâ: is flow the secret to happiness?
It can happen when doing âjust about anythingâ â experts share how to get âin the zoneâ, and what can pull you out
https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2025/may/08/what-is-flow-psychology?CMP=share_btn_url
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David Noll
6 months ago
could someone check with John Roberts whether accepting a $400 million plane for your personal use is a core executive power that congress may not constitutionally regulate or merely an action for which the president is presumptively immune from any accountability?
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There is nothing clever or funny about this image. We just buried our beloved Pope Francis and the cardinals are about to enter a solemn conclave to elect a new successor of St. Peter. Do not mock us.
@ncronline.bsky.social
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Excellent analysis of what younger audiences are looking for in news delivery. Helpful for both journalists and PR practitioners.
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Fascinating organization! Great to see people standing up for an important cause:
gopforukraine.com
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We're Republicans standing for Ukrainian freedom. - Republicans For Ukraine
We're Republicans standing for Ukrainian freedom.
https://gopforukraine.com/
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David Corn
6 months ago
This is a widely inaccurate & dangerous mischaracterization. The vaccine was developed in fetal cells obtained from two elective abortions in the early 1960s. There is not abortion debris floating around in the vaccine. And the Vatican has okayed its use. RFK Jr. is again spreading disinformation.
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WIRED
6 months ago
The largest investors in Donald Trumpâs crypto coin have been promised a private audience with the president. The arrangement could put Trump at odds with the Constitution and add fuel to calls for his impeachment, experts say.
www.wired.com/story/trumps...
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Trumpâs Quest for Crypto Riches Is a Constitutional Scandal Waiting to Happen
The largest investors in Donald Trumpâs crypto coin have been promised a private audience with the president. The arrangement could put Trump at odds with the Constitution and add fuel to calls for...
https://www.wired.com/story/trumps-quest-for-crypto-riches-is-a-constitutional-scandal-waiting-to-happen/
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To simplify: What really happened with
#HannahDugan
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Christopher Webb
7 months ago
NEW damning details on Pete Hegseth: Minutes before U.S. jets hit Yemen, Gen. Kurilla sent strike intel through a secure gov system. Hegseth turned around and dropped it in at least two Signal chatsâon his personal phone. Jet timing. Target locations. And he still has the job.
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Proud of Wisconsin's role in establishing Earth Day.
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I found this rating of podcasts very informative, especially as politicians and others turn to podcasts instead of traditional news media to convey information.
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Looking forward to this event April 8!
@boswellbooks.bsky.social
@uncpress.bsky.social
www.eventbrite.com/e/james-mart...
#Wisconsin
#CivilWar
#JamesMartin
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James Marten, author of THE SIXTH WISCONSIN AND THE LONG CIVIL WAR
James Marten, author of THE SIXTH WISCONSIN AND THE LONG CIVIL WAR- an in-person Boswell event
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/james-marten-author-of-the-sixth-wisconsin-and-the-long-civil-war-tickets-1264140631659?aff=oddtdtcreator
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NPR
7 months ago
Many Americans worry freedom of speech is fading, while others feel empowered to say what they want. NPR's Morning Edition explores this dynamic in a new series, "The State of the First Amendment."
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Freedom of speech is shifting under the Trump administration. We're exploring how
Many Americans worry freedom of speech is fading, while others feel empowered to say what they want. NPR's Morning Edition explores this dynamic in a new series, The State of the First Amendment.
https://www.npr.org/2025/04/07/nx-s1-5327154/free-speech-trump-first-amendment
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We can only hope!
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The Atlantic
8 months ago
Breaking: Read the Signal messages.
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Here Are the Attack Plans That Trumpâs Advisers Shared on Signal
The administration has downplayed the importance of the text messages inadvertently sent to The Atlanticâs editor in chief.
https://theatln.tc/XISUWloF
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I just called Sen. Ron Johnson using
@5calls.org
demanding that he speak out against the Trump administrationâs deportation of Venezuelan immigrants without due process and against federal court orders. You can do the same here:
5calls.org
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5 Calls
Spend 5 minutes. Make 5 calls. Make your voice heard.
https://5calls.org
8 months ago
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Don't trust this guy.
#NOTUS
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âHeâs Very Politeâ: The Rise and Future of Trump's Least Trumpish Cabinet Member
Can Scott Bessent appease Trump, work with Musk, calm markets â and keep his job in an administration where he is a truly strange fit?
https://www.notus.org/the-influencers/scott-bessent-treasury-trump
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This MUST be upheld:
www.voanews.com
"An essential guarantee of the journalistic credibility of Voice of America content is the firewall that prohibits interference by any U.S. government official in the objective, independent reporting of news.
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Excellent tools that use AI for PR clients. With the caveat, of course, to check facts and common sense.
www.ragan.com/how-ai-helpe...
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How AI Helped Greg Matusky reshape his approach to best serve his clientsâ comms needs - Ragan Communications
A deeper look into the practical ways AI can change the way we do our jobs.
https://www.ragan.com/how-ai-helped-me-greg-matusky/
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Guardian US
8 months ago
Environmental groups have decried Trumpâs latest attempt to circumvent endangered species laws that shield about 400 species in national forests, including grizzly bears, spotted owls and wild salmon.
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Wonder what the VP says about this as a staunch Catholic?
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What Catholic social teaching says about Trumpâs tariffs on Canada and Mexico
Economist and Jesuit priest Stephen Pitts, S.J., weighs in on President Donald Trumpâs decision to impose tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.
https://www.americamagazine.org/politics-society/2025/03/03/trump-tariffs-catholic-social-teaching-250048?utm_source=piano&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2928&pnespid=qLBiEnlcMrwTweKZtiq1GIqM4RisXoJpcbG6wbt29RZmNpZwt8glM_zaJlmoH1TJj3623lSM
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Bruno J. Navarro
8 months ago
After years of yelling that the âRussia hoaxâ was a witch hunt, Trump is now openly colluding with Vladimir Putin in both narrative and action.
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A Fool and a Tool: Trump Is Spreading Russian Disinformation
Three years after the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Trump is not just siding with Putin, heâs circulating Putinâs lies.
https://www.thebulwark.com/p/whether-fool-or-tool-trump-spreading-russian-putin-disinformation
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Scott Squires
9 months ago
There are 2 sides of the mask debate. Be on the science based one if you would like to avoid chronic illness and spreading illness. Also good for flu, RSV, Pneumonia that most has been suffering with.
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9 months ago
He doesn't understand disability.
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I just called my reps with
@5calls.org
, you should too:
5calls.org
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5 Calls
Spend 5 minutes. Make 5 calls. Make your voice heard.
https://5calls.org
9 months ago
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I just subscribed to 5 Calls Newsletter!
buttondown.com/5calls
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5 Calls Newsletter
The 5 Calls Newsletter breaks down what your representatives are voting on and what you can do to influence them. From your friends at 5 Calls
https://buttondown.com/5calls
9 months ago
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brooke bikes mke
9 months ago
If you drive in winter, the most pro-social thing you can do is just have patience. Slow down. Wait for pedestrians. Wait for cyclists. Park farther away and walk if you need to in order to keep bike lanes and bus stops and crosswalks clear. Youâre in a mobile living room, youâll be fine.
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Always one of my favorite reports - Mediavine's best days of the year to post online. Curious why that first week of October is so low...
www.mediavine.com/best-ecpm-da...
#Mediavine
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Best eCPM Days of 2025 (With Printable) - Behind the Numbers with Brad - Mediavine
View Mediavine's fifth-annual âBest eCPM Days of the Yearâ calendar for 2025.
https://www.mediavine.com/best-ecpm-days/
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UNREAL
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Dan Froomkin/Press Watch/Heads Up News
9 months ago
Political journalists need to be prepared to dramatically change their behavior
presswatchers.org/2025/02/step...
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Step One: Acknowledge the constitutional crisis. Whatâs Step Two? | Press Watch
Political journalists need to be prepared to dramatically change their behavior
https://presswatchers.org/2025/02/step-one-acknowledge-the-constitutional-crisis-whats-step-two/
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Eric Lipton NYT
9 months ago
List: Examples of Trumpâs Actions That Are Defying Legal Limits
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
@charliesavage.bsky.social
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Trumpâs Actions Are Defying Legal Limits: TikTok Ban, Birthright Citizenship and More
See examples of actions by President Trump and his administration that appear to constitute legal violations.
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/02/05/us/trump-agenda-defying-law.html?smid=nytcore-android-share
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Eric Lipton NYT
9 months ago
The Trump administration has warned more than 1,100 Environmental Protection Agency employees who work on climate change, reducing air pollution, enforcing environmental laws and other programs that they could be fired at any time. Lisa Friedman
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/03/c...
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Over 1,000 EPA Workers on Climate Change and More Could Be Fired âImmediatelyâ
A spokeswoman for Lee Zeldin, the new head of the agency, said the goal was to create an âeffective and efficientâ federal work force.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/03/climate/trump-epa-workers-zeldin.html?smid=bs-share
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Higher marriage rates? Why should that matter?
www.jsonline.com/story/news/p...
@mollybeck.bsky.social
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Wisconsin road funding could change under Sean Duffy's order to prioritize higher birth, marriage rates
New DOT Secretary Sean Duffy, a former Wisconsin congressman, wants transportation funding prioritized in areas with higher birth rates.
https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/31/sean-duffy-birth-rates-rule-could-alter-wisconsin-road-funding/78048927007/?utm_source=jsonline-dailybriefing-strada&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing-greeting&utm_term=newsletter-greeting&utm_content=pmjs-milwaukee-nletter65
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