#rapture #raptureready✝️

Ryan Walters RESIGNS! Statement from cofounder of Defense of Democracy.

Ryan Walters, the embattled Oklahoma State Superintendent, has stepped down from office — announcing plans to start, in his own words, “an army of teachers to go after teachers unions.”

RYAN WALTERS STEPS DOWN as Oklahoma State Superintendent, despite tens of constituents begging him to stay. youtu.be/1V_PyYto1iU?...

At a Davis School Board meeting, Beth Bourne, president of the Yolo County Moms for Liberty chapter, launched into a tirade against transgender students in locker rooms and bathrooms before abruptly stripping off her top and pants. www.erininthemorning.com/p/moms-for-l...

Think about what you would have done in Germany 1930. Do that now.

Frequently challenged for being a trans memoir aimed at teens. Alex’s story breaks stereotypes, giving readers insight into gender identity and self-discovery. Join team Ready to Read Out! givebutter.com/t4OFGl?fbcli... #TransMission #OwnVoices #LGBTQBooks #FreedomToRead #readout

READOUT REGISTRATION IS OPEN!! October 5-11 2025 Readout is Defense of Democracy’s signature fundraising event. ONE BOOK. ONE DAY. ONE CHANCE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Register today! #readout #defenseofdemocracy #bannedbooks givebutter.com/READOUT2025H...

It was April 1990 and my Freshman year at college. I felt…wrong. MoreIt felt like my body was “off”, not horrible just uncomfortable. My choice was - do I push through, or do I go to the infirmary and use it as an excuse to skip the test? I was lazy. I chose the infirmary. It saved my life.

Today's bulletin is a must read: www.meidasplus.com/p/today-in-p...

Moms for Liberty and Melania Trump. A match made in hell.

Let’s read some smut. RIP Tom Lehrer Www.Defenseofdemocracy.Org/readout

Dear religious extremists: It is possible to hold a conversation with individuals or an individual who do not believe the way you do, with immense civility and respect. For the sake of our children at very least in the school setting, please do better.

@defenseofdemocracy.bsky.social @traindems.bsky.social @goodchange.bsky.social

Was interviewed on @nytimes.com The Daily podcast today.

Every single politician who isn’t DEMANDING stricter gun laws is a traitor to our country and a coward.

Frey: And don't just say, this is about thoughts and prayers right now. These kids were literally praying. It was the first week of school. They were in a church.

The "Defense of Democracy READOUT" is an event series that happens during Banned Books Week (October 5-11 2025). YOU ARE INVITED: READOUT Kickoff Event and Book Résumé Workshop* Date: Tuesday, September 2 Time: 8 p.m. EDT Location: Zoom RSVP: givebutter.com/R0SVw9

Girls Scouts are not putting up with moms for Liberty homophobic nonsense. New Jersey Moms for Liberty chapter leader, Alexandra Bougher, was expelled from the Girl Scouts for being a horrible person. Good job Scouts. #girlscouts #whoaremomsforliberty #newjersey #defenseofdemocracy

JOIN OUR TEAM - volunteer for DofD Tuesday August 26 at 8est over zoom. RSVP required. This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about Defense of Democracy and our plan for the 2025/26 school year. givebutter.com/dofduniversity

GOOD NEWS! “To be sure, parents have the right to ‘direct the upbringing and education of children,’ but the government cannot repackage their speech and pass it off as its own,” U.S. District Judge C. Mendoza. www.wuwf.org/florida-news...

I wrote about this on Monday, while @flfreedomread.bsky.social has been sounding the alarm on this for weeks. Guardian is slow on this one! [how they'll square this with the lawsuit...we know] bookriot.com/55-books-ban...

🫵 IF YOU don't want Moms for Liberty choosing the books your kids read, contact @defenseofdemocracy.bsky.social thru the website www.defenseofdemocracy.org to find out if there's an existing chapter near you, and if not, how the group can arm you with what you need to start a chapter to fight back💪📚

We should stop letting politicians read about pedophelia because they are imitating what they learn.

Judge Carlos Mendoza of the U.S. Middle District Court of Florida has ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in a major case related to book banning in the state.The decision states that the law used to pull books from Florida public schools is “overbroad & unconstitutional.” bookriot.com/penguin-rand...

We should stop letting politicians read about pedophelia because they are imitating what they learn.

The 2025/26 school year is starting. Extremists have enormous funds and political backing. We have the numbers. Register for our free workshop to learn about how giving two hours of your time per week can protect your school district. givebutter.com/dofduniversity

We have re-launched the DofD podcast! Check out this week’s interview between DofD cofounder and executive director and Addison K Witt, poet laureate of Defense of Democracy. Addison will be stepping into the role of podcast host and we will welcome him to the team! youtu.be/bMTxx23jeYY?...

Jackson is great 👍 READ ALL BOOKS

Our READOUT kickoff is September 2nd: givebutter.com/R0SVw9 HOW IT WORKS: Pick a book you love. Invite friends to join you in reading it, and ask them to make a donation to DofD. We can even hook you up with a librarian or author to help moderate your discussion.

Say it with me…Not a what now? www.live5news.com/2025/08/11/s...

Here’s what I need you to do. CLICK THE LINK BELOW. If there is NO Volunteer State Director in your state, click this link to register for our upcoming free volunteer workshop on August 26: givebutter.com/dofduniversity defenseofdemocracy.org/our-chapters/

Speaking to Fox News, Walters said the state will begin administering “America First” exams to identify and block potential “woke, indoctrinating social justice warriors” from joining the classroom. unpresidented.substack.com/p/maga-schoo...

Ever!!! Sure Ryan. 😒

The benefit of the doubt is a luxury that would *never* have been given to a teacher in the same situation so pardon me if I withhold it today. “the most plausible explanation is that the television automatically launched a free streaming service and began playing a film with explicit content” 🤮

Tuesday August 5th, 2025 at 5 PM Pacific/ 8 PM edt to discuss strategies for protecting public education and navigating school boards. Public Education requires intelligent advocacy and Karen Lawson has the experience necessary for fortifying it against extremism. givebutter.com/dofduniversity

BREAKING: moms for liberty butthurt for *once again* being labeled a hate group. This time by cops. www.dailywire.com/news/exclusi... EXCLUSIVE: Moms For Liberty Called A ‘Hate Group’ In Massachusetts Police Trainings

Our handwritten tribute cards are a perfect way to let someone know you’re thinking about them. We especially loved this touching message. Purchase your tribute card today: givebutter.com/2GumtQ #defendeofdemocracy #ryanwalters

Protect your rights by making sure Moms For Liberty stays off your school board. @defenseofdemocracy.bsky.social

I said what I said. @defenseofdemocracy.bsky.social

Podcast featuring leaders within the @defenseofdemocracy.bsky.social group in PA. Entertaining and engaging. The fight againstM4L, book banners and RW xtian nationalist w/in our public schools is real. School boards especially. youtu.be/KAyZFaIcnu8?...

Meet Debbie, Chair of Educators Defending Democracy. Educators Defending Democracy empowers educators as they work through navigating censorship and harassment by providing critical information, professional guidance, and experienced support. Register here: secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/... l

Democrats are keeping Pennsylvania safe. @defenseofdemocracy.bsky.social

Donate $5 or and we will send an acknowledgement to #ryanalters letting him know that a donation was made in his name to Defense of Democracy. givebutter.com/2GumtQ Send Ryan Walters an anonymous (or not) tribute card. Don’t forget to include a note!