America was and is “something new under the sun” with the everlasting promise of renewal. We should all participate in the hard work of reframing and restoring our Union. #america 🇺🇸
Thrilled and honored to announce that I've authored and filed an amicus brief on behalf of @OHWomenAlliance challenging Ohio's unconstitutional abortion restrictions.
Brief is here: https://t.co/yAfGeePG12
#ReproductiveJustice#OhioLaw#AmicusBrief
Today, Ohio Women’s Alliance filed an amicus brief supporting the lawsuit brought by abortion providers, the American Civil Liberties Union, ACLU Ohio, and Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Read more: https://t.co/oI5VLfDirU
🚨 In the wake of SCOTUS 2022 Dobbs decision, we're not just fighting for reproductive rights; we're battling for the soul of our Madisonian democratic republic. State-based extremists are wielding unprecedented power, undermining our foundational principles. Essay links below.
Looking forward to spring and proudly unfurling my new 3*5 flag: READ BANNED BOOKS. Support intellectual freedom, challenge censorship, and celebrate the enduring power of words and ideas that extremists have tried to silence. #ReadBannedBooks#FreedomToRead#IntellectualFreedom
Today is Religious Freedom Day, marking the adoption of Thomas Jefferson's Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom on Jan 16-19, 1786. This pivotal statute, championed by James Madison, is a reminder that our nation values the separation of church and state. #ReligiousFreedomDay
247 years since Gen Washington crossed the Delaware, leading to pivotal victory over the Hessians in Trenton on 12/26/1776 - 5 days before enlistments ended for most of the Continental Army. This reignited hope in the Revolution. We and honor their valor. #washingtoncrossing
Auction win from Yale Library - Jefferson admin Presidential Message to US House and Senate re carryover and transfer of unspent US gov budget SURPLUS of $20,911 to 1802 budget to cover contingencies. Contrast to a 2024 January likely to result in gov shutdown #historicaldocs
Added to the @highmtnventures contemporary art collection tonight - collaborative piece by @reederone amd Mike Mitchell: ORIOLE II (REEDER VARIANT). Contemplating adding tje companion prints as well. I’ve collected multiple NFTs and works by Reeder. 🎨🖼️🖌️🤖
TX AG Paxton's actions in abortion case = stark government overreach. Threats to prosecute healthcare pros aiding family with trisomy 18 expose hypocrisy in TX and OH: defending assault weapons but denying health liberties.
Read more at links in comments.
#LibertyHypocrisy
Wishing you a Hanukkah filled with peace, light, and strength. May the glow of the menorah bring warmth to your heart and home, and may the coming year be brighter and filled with hope and renewal.
When "Christian" Nationalist elected officials reject the will of the people, they betray the Constitution they've sworn to defend. My most recent essay on need for Ohio officials to follow the mandate of the people or resign at https://t.co/LKCOZfzPCU
#FollowOrResign
Happened to be reading about John and Abigail Adams when I learned of the death of First Lady Rosalynn Carter. I was struck by the similarity between the Adams and Carters in the deep partnership of their relationship. Thank you, Mrs. Carter. Rest well. You made a difference.