I'm sorry we never got a chance to meet, but getting this note from Dolly really had a an impact on me. She definitely didn't have to take the time to do it. Even for a kid who mostly listened to rap music, she was an icon. A superstar in every sense. Rest easy Dolly. And thank you for the kind words.
Dolly Parton knew that all of our kids deserve to dream & see themselves reflected in our books.
Her Imagination Library made that possible for millions.
Let's honor her by protecting the freedom to read nationwide.
Rest in power, Dolly.
I know many today will mention Dolly Parton’s generational music accomplishments, but I want to also highlight her Imagination Library. Through her work, she sent books to kids every single month because her own dad couldn’t read or write. Millions of kids got their eyes opened because Dolly used her resources to actually change lives. Truly a real one and an American hero. RIP.
Rest In Power Dolly Parton. You were always a beacon of light to many in this dark world. We thank her for all that she has done for charity, helping to ease the suffering of others, and giving people hope.
There needs to be more people like her in this world.
The Library is devastated to learn of the passing of @DollyParton, a music legend and titan of children's literacy. Her Imagination Library program has earned multiple Library Literacy Awards and, in 2018, she visited us to donate its 100 millionth book to our collection and host a story time. 🦋❤️
Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.
Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 ��� 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).
A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.
At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at https://t.co/cLu9I7M2wC
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at https://t.co/arzrqInqJA
We've been getting a lot of questions lately about how the Internet Archive digitizes books.
The short answer: page by page, by hand.
You may remember our viral 2021 video of Eliza Zhang scanning a book. That's still how we do it.
Meet Eliza, and learn how we scan books: https://t.co/gt9s5lbPE4
Today, legendary American boxer Terence Crawford is in Ukraine. He has supported our country and our people since the first days of the war. We deeply value having people like him stand with Ukrainians.
As a gesture of solidarity, Terence gifted me an American Pit Bull Terrier puppy – a female named Freyja. Her grandfather Athos survived the Russian occupation of Bucha, and now Freyja bears the name of our future FREYJA air defense system – as a symbol of our protection.
Thank you for the meeting and for this very warm and special gift. Thank you for your support and for your respect for our people.
🇭🇺🇵🇱 Hungary’s government nominates Polish studies scholar and historian Miklós Mitrovits, a professor at Kazimierz Wielki University and fluent Polish speaker, as ambassador to Warsaw. @m_mitrovits has played a key role in efforts to repair Hungary-Poland ties in recent years.
Although 90% of my feed is about a podcaster & the WNBA, I’m going to keep posting about the economy, Iran War, govt corruption, health care, court decisions, the military, budget & national debt, ICE, tariffs, Ag & energy policy, Epstein, elections, etc. I like to be different.
Update from Gary, Indiana. 📍
WCK teams mobilized across the city over the weekend alongside food truck partners, taking meals directly to communities impacted by the ongoing power outage. In the Tolleston neighborhood, the team from La Cocinita served rice bowls packed with chicken, beans, and salad with salsa verde. #ChefsForIndiana
It is not clear who was asked this question, Were people without a cancer diagnosis asked? Would we have a better take on this option if we only asked people with cancer? I suspect also that a single "cancer vaccine" is not likely to cover all cancers. Am I wrong in that thinking?
There is no point in winning the midterms if the goal is just for some people to get a better seat next to Trump. It’s not enough to be a Democrat or a leftist, you must be a real functioning opposition with a clear idea of what you are fighting for and what the end goal is.