Reverend Jesse Jackson called on each of us to be heralds of change, to be messengers of hope; to step forward and say “Send me” wherever we have a chance to make an impact.
How fortunate we were that Jesse Jackson answered that call. What a great debt we owe to him.
@LindseyPelas The best long standing relationships take work on both sides and many just are not up to the task or have the tools to make it happen. Sad but true.
Bobby Weir, just 17 years old when he co-founded the Warlocks, was one of the very few people who was at every single Grateful Dead show. Joining up with Jerry and Pigpen in 1964, and soon after Billy and Phil, with Mickey soon to follow, the Grateful Dead were defined by each of the unique musicians and voices these guys brought to the stage. And Bobby was as unique as they come.
A guitar player unlike any other, and a songwriter who created some of the most interesting, exciting, and oddly-timed songs in rock history, Bobby was also the unabashed rock star in the Grateful Dead. His list of contributions to the Grateful Dead repertoire is way too long to list, but songs like Sugar Magnolia, Truckin', Jack Straw, Cassidy, Looks Like Rain, Playing In The Band, Weather Report Suite, The Music Never Stopped, Estimated Prophet, Feel Like A Stranger, Hell In A Bucket, and Throwing Stones are just the tip of iceberg of his songwriting magnificence.
When Bobby had a spare moment both during the Dead's 30 year performing career and after, he was always working on exciting, different projects like Kingfish, Bobby & The Midnites, Weir & Wasserman, RatDog, The Other Ones, The Dead, Furthur, Dead & Company, Wolf Bros, symphonic collaborations, recordings, performing. He never sat still, and was always moving forward, an inspiration to us all.
Watching Bobby do anything was always a joy, as he embraced life around him. First and foremost, his family gave him immense happiness. Being on stage and performing for us all showed us a man who loved to bring smiles to our faces. He didn't do anything halfway, always giving it his all.
For 60 years, Bobby has been a huge part of the soundtrack to our lives. His kindness, generosity, and musical contributions have made our world a better place. — David Lemieux
Photo by Adrian Boot @ Retro Photo Archive
Today we honor Bob Weir, guitarist, storyteller and founding member of the Grateful Dead, and one of live music’s great innovators. His improvisation made every show a one-of-a-kind experience that was both immersive and community driven. RIP 🤍
"It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones..." 🖤
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Extraordinary courage from Ahmed El Ahmad, a Muslim, 43-year-old father of two, who bravely risked his life to save his neighbors celebrating Hanukkah.
Praying for his full & speedy recovery.
And so deeply inspired by his example.
🚨 BREAKING: Retail giant Costco has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, demanding a refund on tariffs imposed under federal policy that they argue unlawfully drove up costs.
Costco claims the tariffs unfairly inflated their costs and forced them to pass price hikes onto customers. By suing, they’re drawing a line: corporate America won’t just absorb economic damage when Washington plays trade politics.
If Costco wins, it could open the floodgates for other major retailers to follow suit. That means not just political blowback, but real economic consequences for policy-makers who gamble on tariffs.
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.@RepTedLieu Fund DD Act programs and the IDEA –keep the federal promise to children, adults, and families who rely on these critical supports. Millions are counting on you.