Texans, please, please vote! Early voting ends Oct. 31st. Here’s a handy voters guide from the Travis County Democratic Party.

Marched with 20,000-30,000 of my favorite people in Austin, Tx today. #NoKings

Been off social media for a bit for my own sanity. Gen X oldest daughters- how are you? (I copied this question from @anureet.is on threads because it resonated with me today!- so thank you anureet!) I’m coping with the crazy out of control feelings, but just barely!

So, MAGA, remind me, when did Trump prove he’s the big, tough strong man? Was it when he bragged he’d end the war in Ukraine in 24 hour and then didn’t? Or when he rolled out the red carpet for a war criminal with an active arrest warrant and clapped like a fanboy? Or is it this pathetic display?

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested Friday at a federal immigration detention center where he has been protesting its opening this week. He was released hours later and told supporters: “I didn’t do anything wrong.”

"with seriousness and respect, your department is out of control," @chrismurphyct.bsky.social tells Puppy Killer Kristi. "you are spending like you don't have a budget; you're on the verge of running out of money; and you are ILLEGALLY refusing to spend funds appropriated by this committee" ⚰️

I’ve seen a lot of posts about the racist white lady raising money off of her interaction with a 5 year old black child. Obviously- disgusting and I just can’t with these people right now! If you can- donate to the actual victim. 💕

It’s really been something how they’ve gone from it was an administrative error, to we’ll try to bring him back but need more time, to nevermind we’re not bringing him back, we can’t bring him back, he’s vlad the impaler reincarnated & he might give Stephen Miller ideas so we have to keep them apart

When the cat is just acting like a jerk…”I would like your attention right now!… Oh, you’re not going to stop what you’re doing, and pay attention to me… then, have fun cleaning this up, while I relax and watch!” 🐈‍⬛

Maybe they should have Open AI proofread their writing. 🤷‍♀️

I’ve been following the DC court cases regarding the people sent to El Salvador. I understand that the judges have been ruling against the DOJ, but what needs to happen for these individuals to be brought back to the U.S. and given due process?

My view of the “GULF of MEXICO” this morning.

Shout out to Austin Allies today! This weekend my son and I volunteered by baking treats and writing thank you notes for our local veteran’s. This was a volunteer opportunity organized by this wonderful group. There are so many different ways to volunteer as a family. Check them out!

More of this, please!

Stop insulting us by pretending to “fix” public education when you’re actually trying to dismantle it. Even first-year education majors know what IDEA is, for fuck’s sake.

I don't want any Democrat to work with any Republican on any Trump agenda item. We don't negotiate with terrorists.

I stand with Al Green…

Resist!

I was just thinking the other day that I wish someone would throw a shoe at him! 😂

It’s been a long day, but in short, bullies ain’t shit! I don’t care what title you hold! This isn’t some long gone reality tv show or failed casino; it is war! How dare a draft dodging dumb dupe humiliate an ally & berate a brave man who has actually been on a battlefield for his people?!

Everyday day, every single day… Trump and his lap dogs just continue to humiliate the US on the international stage.

Email reply from my doctor about whether I should get the MMR vaccine: “I was planning to send an email out this weekend.  It’s not a bad idea for you to get the vaccine, although you likely still have good immunity.  What a shitshow, can't believe this is happening.”

I just got off the phone with the intern in Chip Roy’s office. He couldn’t answer any of my questions about how it would be possible to cut 880 billion dollars from the federal budget without touching social services, but I just keep on calling…

NEW: Pregnancy became far more dangerous in Texas after the state banned abortion, according to ProPublica’s first-of-its-kind analysis, which found the sepsis rate for women hospitalized as they miscarried in the 2nd trimester shot up by more than 50%. https://propub.li/43487Tj

My mother was just diagnosed with Stage 4 Alzheimer’s. I’m so enraged about this and terrified that her social security benefits will be cut or disappear. Finding the right treatment and being able to afford quality care feels so out of reach. Please keep fighting! Call, March, whatever you can do!

Really Hatcreek? Do better!

This charts shows the education funding that Texas will lose if Elon and Trump close the Department of Education.

Sen Cassidy: “Black lives matter only if you count them”

Watch as AOC goes after Nancy Mace!! An assault on transgender women is an assault on ALL girls and women!! 🏳️‍⚧️ #LGBTQIA

This.

Hiding the word "women" from every website doesn't erase our accomplishments and what we are capable of. Stay strong. #women 👩‍🔬 #feminist

Perfect description!

When you really want to see what the squirrels are up to, but can’t figure out how to open the curtain.

Well, we know what Cornyn thinks of my phone calls.

And I’m shocked by the number of people around me who obviously would have done nothing…

The problem with stupidity is that it doesn’t always recognize itself- Will Stainton

I am finding my people and building a community to not just help me stay sane but also fight back! go.bsky.app/UyH23ns

Yep! I am not even sure how I’m functioning.

Yes! Keep reaching out.

In 24 hours, you made over *100,000* calls to your reps to make your voice heard. Let's keep up this momentum! 🎉🙌🔥

Fight scene in my kitchen😂

I feeling like I’m yelling into a void in Texas, but I keep calling my reps to let them know how disgusting this all is. I have been using an app “5 Calls” and it makes it so easy! Connects you and gives a script. Great way to pass the time sitting in the car line when picking up my son.

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This is obscene! 🤬

As a retired educator and a parent of a child in public school, I am outraged about the possibility of ICE raids in schools. I hate this regime with every bone in my body! I’m honestly asking, what can I do to help stop this madness?

If ICE knocks on your door, don't open it--even a crack. Once the door is opened or even starts to open ICE can legally enter your home and search it. Here are your rights:

Another great Austin nonprofit is Foundation Communities. In addition to housing, they provide meals, and a variety of educational, financial, and health programs for residents. Lots of ways to volunteer! foundcom.org/about/