On this day in 1981, #SoftCell released their debut studio album, "Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret". The album's success was bolstered by the popularity of the cover version of #GloriaJones song "Tainted Love", which topped the charts worldwide and became the second best-selling British single of 1981.

Global voices, shared stakes: Ray Carey’s “Blackers,” Susan Butler’s “Helmand Revenant,” Mary McQueen’s “That Girl,” Clare O’Brien’s “Excommunicate.” Eds: @vespertine4.bsky.social & @katiejenkinspoet.bsky.social. Free.

I think my favorite thing about this #BookList is the variety! #BookSky I’ve read some, my kids have read some, some are on hold at the library, some are on my wishlist… lots are familiar but lots are new too! apps.npr.org/best-books/#...

Fear is contagious, but so is COURAGE! Listen to these messages from across the country thanking @houlahan.house.gov of Pennsylvania, one of the veterans reminding service members they need not follow unlawful orders. Thank you, Congresswoman! 🫡🇺🇸❤️

A whole page of books by people with #MECFS!! (My book is not here bc it’s been on my todo list for like… 8 months to get it added 🤦‍♀️) #BookSky #ChronicIllness Get some books! chronic.market/chronic-illn...

Don’t perform your stance. Embed it in every line. #SpineEdicts #PoetryIsPolitical #CaptionCultureIsRot #ChooseTuesdays

JUST IN: Judge Chutkan orders expedited processing of a FOIA request for files related to DOJ's handling of the Epstein files. ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show...

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We stand with Ukraine!

Perfect retort!

Never give in, never shut up!

Happy Weekend! Join us in celebrating this week's SWWIM #Shoutouts! #SWWIMEveryDay #SWWIMWithUs #Poetry #ItsLit #WomenWriters #WomenPoets #WomenPublishingWomen #Ciswomen #TransWomen #Nonbinary #Intersex #GenderExpansive #Inclusive #Community #WeeklySpotlight #ShoutOuts

Share TF OUT OF THIS!#TrumpCrushesYourDreams

I wish I could name all my followers,but that's impossible obviously. I do like to acknowledge my fellow blue friends that acknowledge me. And always add new people to follow. That's how we grow. Stronger together 💪 💙 go.bsky.app/9NdukRq

my favorite flower is forget-me-nots… so i beaded earrings that remind me of the field of flowers i spent the summer enjoying

Earlier today, I was notified that someone was at my door. This is who it was:

Please share and spread the word: www.removetheregime.com

“The librarians, & citizens who pushed (& are pushing back) remain the heroes in this drama. They are the most unlikely subversives & the fiercest defenders of the Constitution & what 1st Amendment freedoms look like for everyone, not just those who share the same set of religious beliefs.”

Kelly: "I never expected after serving 25 years in the Navy flying combat missions over Iraq and Kuwait, flying the Space Shuttle, that now I've got to worry about my personal safety and that of my wife, Gabby Giffords, who was already nearly assassinated, because of something the president said."

🚨Home Depot and ICE are in a partnership. Do not support businesses who freelance in human trafficking.

It looks like Lindsey Halligan misled a grand jury, prosecutorial conduct equivalent to committing perjury, in order to manufacture an indictment against James Comey for… wait for it… perjury.

You might not have caught what just happened on the Senate floor, but the Senate just “deemed as passed” the Epstein resolution. That means as soon as it arrives from the House, it automatically passes the Senate (with no amendments) and heads to the President’s desk. Wow.

Thanks, Fidel @dragonslayerma.bsky.social for #northstar and for anchoring #promptcombo this week.

Are you kidding me?

B&BG with a live audience is a bit closer to what I'm used to when performing, that was a blast as well! Can we talk about Cards Against Humanity Tales? Crazy fun! Thanks to @cardsagainsthumanity.com for sending Matt and Aaron a copy of the new version to play on the live #BeerAndBoardGames show.

The right to read belongs to all of us, but rights only survive when we defend them. ALA is standing with library workers, parents, and readers to push back against censorship. You can donate to support our work at ilovelibraries.org/1984. Censorship is so 1984, but supporting libraries is so 2025.

This holiday season, give your loved ones the gift of knowledge, America’s libraries the gift of cash, and don’t give Donald Trump a fucking cent. Cards Against Humanity Explains the Joke is an incredible new product that is 100% EXEMPT FROM TRUMP’S STUPID TARIFFS! ExplainsTheJoke.com

This is real. Our govt is Tweeting like a 14 year old and calling Americans imbecilic morons. We worry about children being bullied but this is the example set by the U.S. GOVERNMENT. This is so shameful. I’m embarrassed for any of you that think this is okay or make excuses for it.

Had the opportunity to see The Librarians this weekend. So powerful. Encouraging to share this with a theater of people on the same page with collective gasps and group laughter at the right times. Thank you for your bravery @librarianjones.com, @sassylibrarian.bsky.social, and all librarians. 💛

The 2025 #TIME100NEXT list is out! I'm honored to be a part of this group: time.com/next @la-cac.org

“The Librarians is ultimately a warning. It shows how quickly a political movement, convinced of its own righteousness, can begin using public institutions—libraries, school boards, and entire school systems—to silence dissent and impose its worldview on the next generation.”

“Anger against book bans isn’t going away. Our task for 2026 is to harness that anger to undo the damage that has been done to our schools by book banners over the past few years.”

The Tufted Titmouse looked around for some friends to play with in the old flower pots. 🪶

NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen. Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.

And Former Capitol police officer Michael Fanone when confronting Proud Boys insurrectionist Enrique Tarrio: “You are a traitor to this country.” RETWEET if you stand with Officer Fanone!

I don't live in her district, thankfully, but I can certainly help spread the word for her opponent as MTG has shown nothing but hatred and vitriol in her role.

Increase in productivity since 1979: 87% Increase in hourly pay since 1979: 32% Just so happens that ~25% of workers were unionized in 1979. Today? 10%. As unions declined, the super-rich have taken a larger share of wealth generated by labor. We must build back union power.

BREAKING: Grijalva has signed the Epstein Files discharge petition. It doesn't appear that Mace or Boebert have removed their names.

Missed paychecks, empty cupboards, and late payment penalties—these are real consequences of the dysfunction in D.C. Today, I signed an emergency order to help ensure Wisconsinites who are struggling and facing homelessness or an energy crisis can access the help they need.

Tell Congress Right Now: Pass the bipartisan Epstein Files Transparency Act

Powerful post reiterating right to health and medicines is accepted worldwide--except by the US. We are failing our children and future by the self-centered approach of our society. Thanks @madhupai.bsky.social and Stephan Peterson! #vaccines #measles