Hey all, just throwing this out there but since I’m a college success/affordability specialist if anyone happens to know someone in need of help with anything higher ed (or if you are that person) please let me know! Trying to do a lil something on the side for extra $
The language we use in politics is not just about policy; it is about values. It is about what we care about, what we believe is important, and what kind of society we want to build.
Always use your own moral frames and word -- never use the opposition's frames or words.
My partner’s jewelry business is going to be real busy this weekend! We’ll be at the Crystal Ballroom in Somerville for Hole Show, Plymouth MA’s town hall for a market from 12-4 on Saturday, and at Questionable on Sunday night at Jacque’s in Boston! Come out and see us!
There are *thousands* of sheriff & DA elections in 2024. And filing deadlines are already passing!
So I jumped into them, identifying the 2,200+ races & reviewing early hotspots.
Bail, CJ reform, jail deaths, immigrants' rights: here's why they matter:
https://t.co/NAhJv3EkVz
The best part about the trans chess ban is that it reveals the game of the far right so clearly.
It strips away all of their arguments to ban trans people from sports and leaves bare for everyone to see the real motive:
“Ew, trans people.”
And most people are not that hateful.
It’s also a super convenient social lubricant for other neurodivergent people. If you have a hyperfixation and I don’t know about that subject, that’s a good few hours we could talk about the thing!
Anyone can be inquisitive, but many autistic people are extra passionate about learning and I love it. Unknown things that intrigue others for a few minutes become our hyperfixations, special interests and areas of expertise. It’s like many *want* to know stuff, but we *need* to.
Remind yourself that 11 adults were responsible for SIXTY PERCENT of the book challenges IN THE ENTIRE COUNTRY. They're the minority, they're the threat, and in the end, they're the losers.
On Tuesday, as election results poured in, it was clear that Democrats would have a big night.
Another narrative began to emerge, though: a massive defeat for Moms For Liberty candidates and anti-trans campaigns nationwide.
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If any of y’all are near Plymouth MA tomorrow my roomie is going to be at the Punk Rock Market at Mayflower Brewing Company selling hand-made jewelry, come by and see us!