Whenever people complain about the number of folks relying on food stamps, it is worth reminding them that SNAP is, by too large of a degree, a subsidy for corporations that refuse to pay a living wage and their political allies who reject public policy prescriptions to reduce income inequality.

If I were running the DNC, there would be Democratic Party sponsored food relief banks across the country right now that specifically welcomed anyone regardless of party affiliation. Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net

Been to all 20 and have stayed overnight or longer in each one.

I find it amazing too that Republicans’ boycott of Washington isn’t the biggest story of them all. The shutdown can’t end if they refuse to show up for work.

I want more people to care that SNAP benefits are being cut off on November 1. 40% of SNAP beneficiaries are children. This is callous and vile.

Affirmations are so important.

I have stolen the jewels that were in the museumcase and which you were probably saving for visitors forgive me they were expensive so shiny and so old

Telling moment: I was walking back from the rally, but a couple miles from it, carrying nothing but my gigantic American flag. An eight year old on his bike sees me with it and yells "No Kings!!" with absolute conviction. My friends, they have lost the flag.

Giant copy of the Constitution being carried down Pennsylvania Avenue.

Without downloading anything, where are you at mentally right now?

I’m glad he’s getting national attention.

Not Starwarsfleet?

There's still time to sign up for tonight's book talk! It's gonna be a blast. Noah is such a wealth of info and the book is jam packed with interesting stuff. Plus we'll be mixing up some cocktails along the way! www.tammystastings.com/upcoming-eve...

As a historian, I can certify that we are in the bad times. But bad times eventually end. In the meantime: • Figure out a small way to help someone • Figure out a small way to fight back • Figure out a small place to find joy • Figure out a small way to grow and thrive And do it often.

People experiencing miscarriages in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves. We created this guide for anyone who finds themselves in the same position 👇 (Published Dec. 2024)

She makes a good point. I get so caught up in things I don’t post enough of the joys in daily life. So here’s a photo of ferns from a recent walk.

Good point.

“We can give $20 billion to Argentina but we can’t afford the CDC’s measles experts” is a hell of an argument

I’d never heard of this Mister Global contest before but wow so many amazing costumes. Worth taking a look at the thread.

The following is REAL footage from Portland, 2025. Viewer discretion is advised.

If you're watching the situation in Chicago from afar & want to help, on the off chance you have spare $$, you can give to the Midwest Immigrant Bond Fund, which posts "bond for individuals held in the custody of ICE w ties to IL, IN, KY & WI who cannot afford to pay" www.mibfc.org/helpusgrow

Ok. I don’t know how you feel, but I could use some flowers today.

“the girlfriend of one of the founders of antifa”

Adelita Grijalva won her election fair and square. Now House Speaker Mike Johnson is refusing to swear her in because she would be the final signature to release the Epstein files. Mr. Speaker, respect democracy. Obey the law. Swear Representative Grijalva in immediately.

We have sinned against you by quote dunking And we have sinned against you by rage tweeting We have sinned against you by omitting alt-text And we have sinned against you by falling for clickbait We have sinned against you with AI slop And we have sinned against you by not just blocking that asshole

It’s like dieting. Why don’t we get points for all the fattening things we don’t eat?

What a dark day for press freedom in the United States

The government is in full shutdown and the Republicans are refusing to call the House back into session. Want to know why? Because we have secured the final vote on releasing the Epstein Files and they don’t want it out. Call GOP and tell them to swear in @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social.

Holy SHIT they've identified an actual biomarker!!!

Bad date conversation vibes

Heard this last week, still thinking about it today: There is no path to happiness. Happiness is the path.

The most accurate recreation of DS9 I've seen.

If you’re needing something to make you smile…

This GF apple cake is here to remind you that tonight through Wed is Rosh Hashanah, & next Wed evening through Thurs is Yom Kippur. For many Jewish people, these are the most sacred holidays of the year. Please don’t schedule meetings w/ Jewish colleagues or expect email replies on these days!

They've lost the 9yos

You - yes, YOU - can help protect the LGBTQ+ community here in California by telling Gov. Newsom to sign eight - yes, EIGHT - equality bills currently sitting on his desk. This link will help you do it in one step, today: app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-pag...

If you see this, quote post with a sunset

“Use this list of senators and call immediately. Every call counts!”

Just gonna pretend the flags at half mast are for Robert Redford

Today is the day of the special election to fill the seat of former MN State Rep Melissa Hortman, who was shot by a right-wing extremist.

Grok is being sent to the reeducation camp

The Finished Piece! Auction closes today and bidding has exceeded retail price so I am happy. #suncatcher #Art #MutualAud #GratefulDead #BettyBoards

This text is buried in a larger bill. Don’t want Marco Rubio to be personally responsible for revoking people’s passports based on thought crimes? Call your reps about it!

The auction ends tomorrow and I gotta finish the piece! Go bid on cool Grateful Dead oriented stuffs for a good cause.

Moonstruck or Galaxy Quest

🚨 Today is the LAST DAY you can leave a public comment for the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee, which meets Sep 18. Reports suggest they may falsely link vaccines to child deaths and restrict vaccines to ages 75 and up. You can submit a written comment here: www.regulations.gov/document/CDC...

Adding to the list of things that make me happy.

My poor crown flower plant cant keep up with all the hungry monarch caterpillars.