Come for the politics, stay for the snark.

Make the republican party small enough to drown in a bathtub.

Yeah, with this crowd one never knows.

I know this must be bad for Joe Biden, I just don’t know how.

You don’t get to peddle hatred on saturday and offer condolences on sunday.

Shallow, uninformed, and lacking identity

A dilettante blog from the great progressive state of West Virginia.

Americans barely caring about Afghanistan is so last month.

No offense, but this thread hasn’t been about you for quite a while.

The words do not have to be perfect.

Give the craziest people you know everything they want and hope they don’t ask for more? Great plan.

My years-long effort to drive family and friends away has really paid off this year.

Impressively dumb. Congratulations.

A Senator Walker would also be an insult to reason, rationality, and decency.

Is it irresponsible to speculate? It is irresponsible not to.

Putin must be throwing ketchup at the walls.

Jesus, Mary, & Joseph how is that election even close?

When someone says they “love freedom”, rest assured they don’t mean yours.

🎶 Those boots were made for mockin’ 🎵

Not so fun when the rabbit gets the gun, is it?

Meanwhile over at truth Social, the former president is busy confessing to crimes.

“Jesus paying for the sins of everyone is an insult to those who paid for their own sins.”

Good lord, these people are nuts.

Only Democrats have agency, apparently.

Optimism opens the door to great things.

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Lights For Liberty: July 12 “A Vigil to End Human Detention Camps”

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Yesterday I made a comment about wanting to participate in some type of physical action in regards to the detention camps. A friend directed me to this:

There is a group meeting at the Aurora, CO ICE facility. I’ve signed up.

Here’s the website for the national organization.  Lights for Liberty. org

Let me know if there are any other events/protests/interventions you know of.

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  1. 1.

    debbie

    Thanks. I posted the link on my FB page and now await abuse from my Trumpie family members.

  3. 3.

    Ella in New Mexico

    @debbie: I un-friended them months and months ago. Mostly because I couldn’t stop abusing THEM.

    Thank you for this link TaMara. Just signed up for the El Paso vigil.

  8. 8.

    HRA

    @rikyrah:

    I saw her yesterday on FB. I believe the solution to her idiotic remarks would be to put her in the same position as the children and see if she still keeps the same attitude.
    Almost right after reading about her, some lawyers went to the Border Patrol site and took 4 very sick children out and had them hospitalized.
    As a mother of 6 and grandmother of 10 this cruelty is very hard to bear.

  9. 9.

    Immantize

    @Juice Box: Wow!

    Trifecta! Happy Birthday!

    Shaggy Dog free association —
    When my son was a toddler, on WERS radio in Boston from Emerson University, they had a show every Saturday and Sunday called “The Playground” which was (upscale) kids music. Our favorite DJ was : DJ Juice Box! Everytime I see your nym it makes me happy. So Happy returns today.

  11. 11.

    TS (the original)

    @rikyrah: This is why trump can’t get or retain people in his administration. Who would want to be in court arguing this nonsense.

  13. 13.

    Spanky

    @OzarkHillbilly: She said “human beings”.

    I am well on the way to dehumanizing Republicans, even as they have already dehumanized liberals. This has never ended well, historically.

  16. 16.

    rikyrah

    @HRA:
    I admit that I am consistently able to keep my rage going when it comes to this Administration.
    And, then I think about the babies. The children. And, I go into despair when I think about the lives being destroyed. Racism is destroying these children, and I feel helpless. But, I know that I can’t linger there, because I need the rage to fight.

  18. 18.

    Sab

    Connie Schultz (Sherrod Brown’s wife) advises us to call our representative and senators DAILY about this. They won’t know we care if we don’t tell them.

    Brown is one of my senators. Tim Ryan hasn’t even mentionned this on his website. Nor has Rob Portman. We need to be as annoying as we were for the ACA vote. They need to hear more from us than from unemployed miners and steel workers who think toddlers endanger their jobs.

  22. 22.

    geg6

    Our local Voice for Change group is gearing up for a protest. I’m all in. This is horrifying.

  25. 25.

    Starfish

    One of the local Indivisible groups was down at the Aurora facility yesterday. They saw men and boys looking out through the windows. Someone held up a sign saying they had been there for seven months.

  26. 26.

    pat

    What a great recruiting opportunity for MS 13, huh?
    The whole thing is sickening (literally for the detainees.)

    I’ve got to get away from the news for a while and attack some weeds. Sunny, not too warm here in western WI.

  28. 28.

    Ohio Mom

    @Juice Box: Happy Birthday to all who are celebrating theirs today!!

    Also, isn’t this the weekend Suzanne is being induced? Spawn #3 might be about to be added to this list. Sending her good thoughts.

  29. 29.

    Ohio Mom

    No Lights of Liberty rallies near me, sadly. But thanks for the link, I’ll keep the link and an eye out though.

  30. 30.

    trollhattan

    Popp pops one in for Germany. 1-0 v Nigeria. Being reviewed, because VAR.

    The Grenoble stadium setting must be the prettiest I’ve ever seen.

  31. 31.

    A Ghost To Most

    @Ella in New Mexico:
    The lone member of my family I consider not batshit-crazy is my sister Wart, who is caught up by circumstances with the others. She started texting me about coming for a visit. She sounds like the cumulative affect of living with Nazis is starting to break her, and she’s pretty tough.

  34. 34.

    ThresherK

    @trollhattan: It was painful looking, but also weird. For a cleats-up injury I usually see someone sliding out of control from the side or back.

    And now Germany gets their first yellow.

  35. 35.

    trollhattan

    @ThresherK:
    I’m becoming SO spoiled with the quality of broadcast, which seems to be even higher now that we’re in the round of 16. Tons of cameras with plenty of close-up iso on the play, plus off-play maneuvers. Mics everywhere and the first match I’m hearing the ref talking to players, even the motor drives of the photogs behind the end line.

    Watching NWSL on Yahoo ain’t like this.

  37. 37.

    ThresherK

    @trollhattan: Heh. When the NWSL were on Lifetime my wife (not a Lifetime viewer sort) used to tease me about watching that channel.

    I gotta run. See you later.

  38. 38.

    Cheryl Rofer


    I’m not recommending that these people be doxxed. But talking it up, particularly in the areas where there are camps, might embarrass some.

    We should be talking this up everywhere. Nobody gets to say “I didn’t know.”

  39. 39.

    UncleEbeneezer

    Shared with permission from an Immigration Attorney FB friend-of-friend, re: ICE raids:

    “For everyone asking how to help, here are my suggestions:

    1. Be prepared, but don’t panic. Offer your directly impacted neighbors, family and friends support but be careful not to exacerbate fear unnecessarily.

    2. Use the excellent resources here to inform people in your community about their rights:

    https://www.ilrc.org/prepare-your-community-assert-their-rights-against-possible-ice-arrests?fbclid=IwAR3XZ8rWU8L6Bxbh-b9CrNNtHC_URlVgcxfrqbg6gO-aXwsP6rEaRUfofdM

    3. Use your privilege to protect the constitutional rights of your neighbors, even if it means you might get arrested. Good example of this here:

    https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/03/29/an-activist-used-legal-argument-stop-an-ice-arrest-he-says-others-should-do-same/?utm_term=.a1053b275bb8&fbclid=IwAR2W8Zh5gACuV-o8WCvCEFVOaVQKE8v9CIM5FWkwOtS6ppRm6xEt0ijX0bE

    4. Record ICE enforcement actions when you see them. Good info on the legalities of this here: https://lab.witness.org/qa-legal-issues-and-security-when-filming-immigration-officials/?fbclid=IwAR0kIQWSp49aZUSi1P8-w5BxzjO4M5eve7ZGzLQcjDWNfA8yB1LzuUpOtLw

    5. For CA, call your local rapid response network and report actions and threats to our communities: https://onejustice.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/California-Rapid-Response-Hotlines.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2kAdHzJcXkkCUNrYnFuAGFweZaG47lz4Fm36FdPK1BJXGjgTh3qgitLLw

  41. 41.

    H.E.Wolf

    @Spanky:

    I am well on the way to dehumanizing Republicans, even as they have already dehumanized liberals.

    “Whoever fights monsters should see to it that in the process he does not become a monster….” – Friedrich Nietzsche

    When we start to notice that we are becoming similar to the people whose thoughts and actions we deplore, it’s time to do some work on our own selves, for our own physical and non-physical health.

    In the brilliant words of Audre Lorde: “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.”

    Sending good wishes for good self-care to all of us. We’re needed in the long fight, as non-monstrous combatants.

  44. 44.

    Scotian

    Just a quick note that I am still around. The last couple of days have been difficult on multiple levels, which is why I’ve been quiet. I always read everyone’s well wishes with great gratitude and warmth, so I hope everyone that has already knows just how much they are appreciated.

    The wake went well, unfortunately it was also where most of dad’s friends found out about my circumstances, and that, well, you can imagine the shock and such reactions from them. Well, again, my thanks to you all and have a good day/weekend.

  45. 45.

    James E Powell

    @Cheryl Rofer:

    I’m not recommending that these people be doxxed.

    Why not? I’m not necessarily saying they should be, but I’m curious to hear your reasons they shouldn’t.

  47. 47.

    Immanentize

    @H.E.Wolf: I really appreciate that comment. Especially the “self care is self preservation” part. I am actually making that the first line of my annual self-review.

  48. 48.

    A Ghost To Most

    @H.E.Wolf:

    I have to laugh because I’ve often asked myself my foe, my enemy, is an animal. In order to conquer him I have to think like an animal and whenever possible to look like one. I’ve got to get inside this dude’s pelt and crawl around for a few days. Who is the gopher’s ally? His friend? The harmless squirrel and the friendly rabbit. I’m going to use you guys to do my dirty work for me.

    – Carl Spackler

  49. 49.

    Immanentize

    @Scotian:
    I was just this morning thinking of you! And what you said is exactly what I was wondering about. I hope through the shock and tears (if your clan does tears) that you got a good earful of stories about your father from his friends and your family. Wakes can be so comforting — but your circumstance is unique, I know.

    I hope you are meeting the pain head on with all available resources. In my thoughts, literally.

  53. 53.

    Cheryl Rofer

    @James E Powell: I’m not saying they shouldn’t, just that there may be legal ramifications for those doing the doxxing.

    In Houle’s thread, he says it is not illegal to picket individuals’ homes. Given limited resources, I think this is best done to the higher-ups running the camps.

  55. 55.

    Cheryl Rofer

    @Scotian: A couple of years ago, the funeral service for a very good friend was a few months after her death. Two weeks before the service, her daughter died, and the service became for both. I’m glad you could share your memories of your father with friends. Take care.

  57. 57.

    Immanentize

    @Cheryl Rofer:
    I agree, people need jobs and in many South Texas communities (hell in many communities everywhere) the prison is the only employer around with decent pay and some benefits. But it takes its toll, with more family violence and substance abuse. It’s a terrible trade off.

  62. 62.

    WaterGirl

    @Scotian: I think of you every day. I can’t even magine what the last few days have been like. I am so sorry.

    A couple of days ago I stumbled on to some old threads where you had written me back but I hadn’t seen your replies in real time. I would have replied in a heartbeat had I seen them.

    hugs and love

  63. 63.

    HRA

    @Immanentize:

    If I remember my Dominion of Canada history rightfully, Winston Churchill served in that war. There is a city not far from my hometown called Kitchener.
    Thank you for sending the Charles Pierce article.
    So the question lingers for today and most likely the atrocities of tomorrow with will we ever learn?

  64. 64.

    Quinerly

    FYI
    Dr. John’s memorial is being livestream broadcast now at WWOZ. 1 to 3 NOLA (Central) time. There’ll be performances.
    ??❤️??

  65. 65.

    Another Scott

    @Scotian: Thank you for continuing to let us know how things are going.

    I’m sure everyone was appreciative for all you have done for your dad, especially under the circumstances. And for letting them share some time with you.

    It’s a beautiful, sunny day here in the other NoVA. Peace and comfort to you.

    Best wishes,
    Scott.

  70. 70.

    Alternative Fax, a hip hop artist from Idaho

    @Scotian: You’re in my thoughts. I’m holding you in the light and wishing you peace with as little pain as modern pharmacology can provide.

    I’ve very much enjoyed reading your posts here through the years.

  71. 71.

    CaseyL

    God DAMMIT. On the 12th I will be on Whidbey Island, Washington, at a multi-day workshop. I can find no Light for Liberty events on Whidbey, and the nearest event in the state is down by the airport.

  74. 74.

    debbie

    @Sab:

    I’m working on yet another angry email to Rob Portman. How long until he sics his guards on me?

  76. 76.

    Catherine D.

    I wish they’d chosen Bastille Day instead of the Glorious Twelfth. The Orange Order might show up because lots of those Messicans are Catlicks //sorta snark

  78. 78.

    seefleur

    @Scotian: Sending my best wishes to you. I don’t do the praying thing, but I do meditate (same thing? I dunno) and within my meditations, I keep you in mind(fulness).

  79. 79.

    Ohio Mom

    @Scotian: In my own travails, I’ve found the “shock and reactions” from others a mixed bag.

    Sometimes they are heartening and moving and moments of magical intimacy, other times I find the roles have abruptly switched and I am dealing with their anxiety, finding myself comforting them. Still I know they all mean well.

    Like others here, I’m keeping you in my thoughts, and hoping your days are full of love and peace. And that all the affairs-putting-in-order proceeds apace without too many snags. Please keep keeping us posted. We care.

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