For the Little Mermaid critics trying to hide their racism behind “science”, check out these renderings (@BuzzFeed,2015) of what mermaids might look like in different ocean environments.
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If @realDonaldTrump and @senatemajldr ram thru a replacement now, the SCOTUS will have a majority of justices appointed by presidents who finished 2d in the popular vote, confirmed by senate majorities who represented less than half of the country.
A tyranny of the minority.
“The American people should have a voice in the selection of their next Supreme Court Justice. Therefore, this vacancy should not be filled until we have a new president.”
--Mitch McConnell, February 2016 (within an hour of Justice Scalia's death)
BREAKING: Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died Friday at age 87 from complications related to pancreatic cancer. She was one of only four women ever to serve on the Supreme Court.
"Wear a mask, keep social distancing, avoid crowds. You can avoid those kinds of surges." Health experts are calling on Americans to stay vigilant while celebrating Labor Day weekend.
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Dance, already the most vulnerable of the performing arts, has been hit hard by this pandemic. Please wear your masks and continue to social distance.
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“When historians pick up their pens to write the story of the 21st century, let them say that it was your generation who laid down the heavy burdens of hate at last and that peace finally triumphed over violence, aggression and war.”
Rest In Power @repjohnlewis
“I want you to know that in the last days and hours of my life you inspired me,” wrote Representative John Lewis, who penned this essay shortly before his death on July 17. We are publishing it today, on the day of his funeral. https://t.co/98g0K9zPvE
“the economic challenges and the demands for profound structural change to address racism and the inequities are not separable...both demand urgent relevance from our institutions.” -Bill Rauch
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Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble. #goodtrouble
“Preparedness is a choice. And poor preparedness is a choice.’ — This man worked on a literal pandemic playbook for Trump, and the president chose to ignore it
We all could use some good music in these uncertain times. That's why this Thursday 3/26 at 9pm, @CAP_UCLA and #KCRWpresents an exclusive pre-recorded session with Ladysmith Black Mambazo at Royce Hall. Join us for our livestream on Facebook or on KCRW's Youtube channel!
What do they call doing the same thing over and over again,& expecting different results?
If we do not run a strong, progressive candidate that directly addresses the core crises Americans face, we take a major risk.
The time is now.
Vote @BernieSanders.