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@esa_tek Not all of them, and the ones I do know I'm excited for! They aren't all the flashy leaders but those with quiet dedication to do the work needed getting done.
A woman should be able to make her own reproductive health choices, not right-wing Republican lawmakers or members of the Supreme Court.
This is a very serious moment in our country that could have grave consequences for women across our nation.
In one of Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's speeches on social media, he addressed Russian conscripts directly, saying: "If you surrender to our forces, we will treat you the way people ought to be treated … The way you were not treated in your army."
This beautiful family doesn’t exist any more. Mykhailo Soloshenko, his wife Inna and son Yefrem were killed when a Russian tank fired on their car. Mykhailo was a Sumy University graduate - they confirmed his passing and released this photo.
Enough. After almost 100 days of the MLB lockout, it’s time to reconsider MLB’s special antitrust exemption, which allows them to act as a lawful monopoly. Fans across America deserve better.
Message to the owners: unlock the lockout and play ball.
Sanction all western companies doing business in Russia or with any Russian entities. Supporting the Russian war machine is not morally acceptable. Retweet if you agree.
Since Russia began their attack on Ukraine last week, WCK has activated restaurants in Ukraine and 4 surrounding countries, serving hundreds of thousands of meals to families—and we'll be here as long as we're needed. Thank you to all making this possible. 🙏 #ChefsForUkraine
Over 50,000 have gone through brutal repressions. About 1000 people are currently political prisoners (add to them about 800 arrested during the latest protest against the war in Ukraine — we don't know what's happening to them).