RFK Jr.’s lies about autism are disgraceful — and I won't share them to spread misinformation. He consistently undermines public health and reinforces dangerous myths. In Illinois, we stand with those with autism, and I’ll keep fighting for inclusion, science, and the truth.

Fear has a way of being contagious. But courage is also contagious.

The people are awake. The people are angry. And the people are organized. 📍 Chicago, Illinois #HANDSOFF

Wonderful book! Narrated by Cynthia Erivo. Her voice isn’t just narration—it’s an experience! ✨🎧 #AudiobookMagic. #booksky

This is just what I needed. To get lost in a story. #booksky

Maybe dem reps could hold their own state of the union on the Capitol steps. Steal the spotlight. Let members like AOC, Jasmine Crockett, Max Frost, and the DNC make remarks. Norms don't exist. Buck them.

Not only that, bring a life sized version of their pussy Republican rep and let voters respond to their cut outs. Make it happen America!

Today’s special: one delicious book, seasoned with great storytelling! Looking forward to reading it! #booksky

This is so smart. @petebuttigieg.bsky.social , thoughts ? And if you see this. A reminder. This is not Twitter. You can engage here and have thoughtful discussions ! We all look forward to reading your thoughts

Going away for three days, so naturally, I’m packing enough books to survive being stranded there for a month. #booksky Why is it so hard just pack two? I’m only gone three days?!

Dear Democratic Leaders: here’s a free idea, send members of congress into the buildings where Elons people are and see what they’re doing. Dare them to stop you. Do something

Sunday read. This is as much a memoir as it is a self help. And I am 100% for it. Great messaging. #booksky @flatironbooks.bsky.social

I’m going to put my rich guy hat on and say I hope that Mexico and Canada issue equal, retaliatory tariffs and stick to them for an extended period. I apologize to all the people it will cost money and the businesses it will hurt. But it’s the only way for tariffs to be seen for what they are

The Secret of Villa Alba is a great book. Mystery and suspense with a Sicilian setting! #Booksky Oh…and go Chicago Bears. 🐻 who else feels this new coaching staff is going to take us places!! @chicagobearsnews.bsky.social #beardown

How is it that all the library holds I’ve had placed for weeks are suddenly available and ready for pick up on the same day!? #booksky

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Jim Acosta announces on air that he's leaving CNN and says, "it is never a good time to bow down to a tyrant ... don't give in to the lies."

I think some people hear “grants” and think that without them, scientists and government workers just have less stuff to play with at work. But grants fund salaries for students, academics, researchers, and people who work in all areas of public service. “Pausing” grants means people don’t eat.

The Berry Pickers - makes you think about the challenges undocumented workers face. They do hard work. #booksky

If we had read dark academia in high school then maybe I’d have paid more attention! Wonderful book. #babel #booksky

I’m not sure I had Colombian Coffee on my bingo card for the first ridiculous tariff.

Updated list of companies committed to DEI Costco, Meijer, Kroger, Giant Grocery, Ben & Jerry’s, Ulta, Macy’s, Old Navy, Nordstrom’s, TJ Maxx, GoTo Foods (includes Moe’s Southwest Grill, Mcalister’s, Auntie Anne’s, Jamba, Cinnabon, and more…), Dollar Tree, Walgreens, Wegmans

Who knew the felon’s first week would have me Googling ‘how to rebuild civilization’? #booksky #postapocalypticfiction

NEW: The Chairperson for the Council of Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency has sent a letter to the OPP advising they consult White House Counsel on the legality of ousting 17 inspectors general. 👀

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Deportation flights never stopped. The Biden Admin deported about 1 million people per year. Republicans never talked about that because it didn’t fit their narrative, and Democrats never talked about it because they feared it would anger part of their base. So ignorance ruled.

Duckworth: "All these allegations of passing out drunk in uniform, going to strip joints in uniform, having to be carried out of bars - no soldier would ever get promoted with those types of behavior on the record yet my GOP colleagues seem to think that's okay for somebody who wants to be sec def"

Trump pardoned thugs who beat up cops and put a hiring freeze on the VA. I guess that’s the Republican brand under Trump.

Had to manually unfollow/block the felon and his sidekick on Instagram and Facebook. Check who you follow

No number of pardons or lies will change what happened on January 6. Donald Trump can’t change history. It was domestic terrorism, it was treason, plain and simple.

Nothing happening today. A day reading and hanging out with this guy. #booksky

No TV or news tomorrow. Instead I’ll be reading and taking time to honor the vision and courage of a true leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

#booksky @thedialpress.bsky.social @annnapolitano.bsky.social Hello Beautiful is indeed as the title suggests…..a beautiful read. 👏👏👏

Love seeing #booksky trending and booming!

@thebrookeshields.bsky.social @flatironbooks.bsky.social I’m a few chapters in and already feels like the warmest coffee chat with an old friend. Loving this one! #booksky

Coming soon: ‘If my inauguration was outdoors, the crowd would’ve been the biggest in human history. It would have shattered records bigly” 🙄

Only a couple chapters in and I can already tell I’m going to love this book! @jodipicoult.bsky.social #booksky

Watching Celebrity Jeopardy? How many of you just did google searches for both chicxulub crater and askew? #jeopardy

Cleaning out old boxes and stumbling on Jan 7, 2021, papers—proof that the dark shadows of history linger, even in the corners of a basement. Never forget the insurrection.

x X has ~18m daily USA users. @bsky.app, ~1.5m. Is it worth 20 MINS a day to proactively recruit and bring your friends, neighbors,relatives, businesses, anyone who is or could be a user, to @bsky.app? If Bluesky ends up with more users than the others, you destabilize musk, zuck, trump.

The Chicago Bears beat the Packers and I feel like we won the Super Bowl! Bear Down! @chicagobearsnews.bsky.social

Bernie Sanders is open to voting to confirm RFK Jr.

The start of my 2025 TBR! Let’s go! @jodipicoult.bsky.social @annnapolitano.bsky.social @richardosman1.bsky.social @lisaunger.bsky.social #booksky

The perfect afternoon in Chicago. #booksky @bluebottlecoffee.bsky.social

#BannedBookSkyClub The discussion of The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros begins Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Pin the feed to join. Feed link and more info in replies. Discussions never end, so you can join in anytime.

Finished 2024 with 70 books read! Happy New Year! #booksky

Hakeem Jeffries: "Republicans are marching America to a painful government shutdown that will crash the economy and hurt working-class Americans because they would rather enact massive tax cuts for their billionaire donors than fund cancer research for children."

This book is amazing. I flipped between reading and the audio. The audio is a must. It’s narrated by Riley and Julia Roberts, with audio clips of Lisa Marie throughout. This one will stay with you for awhile. #BookSky

Pro tip: this is the last week to buy books as Christmas gifts if you intend to read them before you wrap them. You’re welcome.