#ProtectMyPublicMedia

Ever been curious about how GBH + other public media stations get their funding? Well, a lot of it depends on the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Public media is made by and for the people. It belongs to everyone, and federal funding is crucial to that mission. Learn more: gbh.org/belongstoyou

Twenty Lessons, read by John Lithgow Key selections from On Tyranny, for viewing and sharing

"On Tyranny" is a #1 NYT bestseller again. I wish the moment were different. But I’m glad the book is useful. And grateful for all the kind words about putting the 20 lessons to work.
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This is one of the most incredible and well-thought out museums I have ever visited. It is a work of art and love and must be protected. #Museums

Humming along in an old church, the Internet Archive is more relevant than ever The Trump administration's erasure of federal data has put the Internet Archive in the spotlight. The organization, with its small but mighty team, is working to help save the world's digital history.

"We want to preserve public health data that are crucial for people's well-being," - social epidemiologist Nancy Krieger, on the value of the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine

www.npr.org/2025/03/23/n...

Reed Leads Bipartisan Effort to Preserve Support for Public Libraries & Museums | U.S. Senator Jack Reed of Rhode Island WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jack Reed, the leading champion for public libraries in the U.S....

NEW: Senator @reed.senate.gov & others sent a letter to the interim director of IMLS affirming the agency's statutory requirements, including library funding.

IMLS *must* deliver on its central mission. These programs & funds are NOT optional.

Read the letter: www.reed.senate.gov/news/release...

Digital illustration of a large group of kids with sign in the center that reads “Every child deserves access to a high quality education.”

Every child deserves access to a high quality education. Beautiful illustration by @liberaljane.bsky.social #Education

ALA response to White House assault on IMLS To dismiss the mission of an agency that advances opportunity and learning is to dismiss the aspirations and everyday needs of millions of Americans. And those who will feel that loss most keenly live in rural communities.  As seedbeds of literacy and innovation, our nation’s 125,000 public, school, academic and special libraries deserve more, not less support. Libraries translate 0.003% of the federal budget into programs and services used by more than 1.2 billion people every year. Show Up for Our Libraries, ALA American Library Association, #ForOurLibraries

President Trump's executive order to eliminate the Institute of Museum & Library Services would have disastrous effects for communities nationwide. We call on all Americans who value reading & learning to reach out to their elected leaders.

Read ALA's full response: www.ala.org/news/2025/03...

PRESIDENT TRUMP SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER GUTTING INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM & LIBRARY SERVICES By eliminating the only federal agency dedicated to funding library services, the Trump administrations executive order is cutting off at the knees the most beloved and trusted American institutions and the staff and services they offer. show up FOR OUR LIBRARIES American Association

Dear Congress,
Libraries are the place we all belong. The place where Mister Rogers’ neighbors collide at the library to help one another. We come together to embrace library joy. What good is the world without libraries and museums? ❤️‍🩹

Call, email Congress! Help libraries & museums! We need you 💛

Phone calls are unfairly prioritized over emails and letters. However, not everyone can easily make a phone call, myself included. Here’s a tip from ASAN regarding proxy callers.

Exclusive: U.S. CDC plans study into vaccines and autism, sources say The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is planning a large study into potential connections between vaccines and autism, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, despite extensive scientific research that has disproven or failed to find evidence of such links.

It has been shown again and again that vaccines do not cause autism. The CDC's proposed study is a waste of time and resources that could be spent on research that would actually help autistic people.

Troy Kotsur Wins Best Supporting Actor for 'CODA' | 94th Oscars YouTube video by Oscars

Troy Kotsur, who is #Deaf, won Best Supporting Actor for CODA several years ago. A great performance and a memorable #Oscars speech. youtu.be/TtE9WNw-L0E?...

None of us can be sure what will “work.” You try multiple things and find your way in. Read some histories of the Civil Rights Movement by those who participated. They were never “sure” of what would work. Some campaigns fizzled out. But persistence, creativity, determination, and focus were key.

Section 504 is an important law that protects disabled people. Texas v. Becerra is a court case where people are asking the court to get rid of Section 504, which would hurt a lot of people. You can read about it and learn how to help with this plain language explainer:

Rather than violate their oath or comply with Musk’s illegal requests, 21 civil service employees resigned today from Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (formerly the United States Digital Service), stating they would not use their technical expertise to dismantle critical public services.

7 Learning Myths Your Students Probably Believe From left- and right-brain thinking to the notion that talent beats persistence, these common myths can hinder student learning. Here’s how teachers can help.

7 learning myths, busted. 🧠❌

From left- and right-brain thinking to the notion that they can multitask effectively, your students have likely picked up mistaken beliefs about how learning works. Here are 7 of the most common myths—plus the research you can use to dispel them.

#EduSky #EdResearch

It may not be cool or hip in some circles, but we legitimately do need a massive amount of people to run for office.

Flood the school boards, councils, county seats, state legislatures, Congress, etc.

Big changes at the top happen when the ground shifts at the bottom. And that can start now.

Frequently Asked Questions About the U.S. Department of Education The U.S. Department of Education provides vital resources to schools, students, and families across the country to ensure everyone has access to a high-quality education.

To clarify the role of the Department of Education, @americanprogress.bsky.social compiled answers to the frequently asked questions: www.americanprogress.org/article/freq...

Read this.

Update on the Texas v. Becerra Lawsuit - National Health Law Program This lawsuit was filed by 17 states seeking to invalidate Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and do away with the updated Section 504 regulations from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Servic...

Legal Update: Here is the February 21 update about the lawsuit in the United States trying to get section 504 declared unconstitutional. Section 504 is the fundamental 50-year old #Disability civil rights law in the US discussed in the #CripCamp movie. healthlaw.org/news/update-...

The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers — Learning in Hand with Tony Vincent Curious about the buzz on Bluesky? Discover how this decentralized platform is bringing educators together with familiar features, fresh possibilities, and hashtags like #EduSky that are sparking vibr...

Here's my attempt to get educators who were used to Twitter up to speed with Bluesky. #EduSky

💬 Character and media limits
#️⃣ Edu hashtags
📝 Customizable feeds
🕑 Realtime chats
🚫 Ads, bookmarking, scheduling
👥 Starter Packs
🧩 Sky Follower extension

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It takes curiosity to learn. It takes courage to unlearn.

Learning requires the humility to admit what you don't know today. Unlearning requires the integrity to admit that you were wrong yesterday.

Learning is how you evolve. Unlearning is how you keep up as the world evolves.

Fired Park Rangers Try to ‘Open Some Hearts’ on Social Media Some rangers decided it was worth the risk to speak out online about their firings and share their love of the National Park Service.

Our National Parks are a treasure. I visit them every chance I get. Those who were fired had a range of jobs essential to each park's preservation and visitor safety. I respect those who worked at the parks and stand in solidarity with them. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/20/s...

Texas v. Becerra: What it is and How You Can Help Stop the Attack on Section 504 - DREDF Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund

Section 504 is under threat. 17 states have sued the US government, saying that they want to strike it down entirely.

This law protects people with disabilities in education, human services, and healthcare. We cannot let this happen. Learn more and speak up. dredf.org/protect-504/

Defend Section 504: Protect the Rights of People with Disabilities ⭑ 5 Calls Republican Attorneys General are attacking a 50-year-old law that protects disability rights. Texas v. Becerra is a case in federal court brought by …

28% of American adults have a reported disability, and all of us experience disability in our lives.

Section 504 protects your right to work, your kids' right to education, and our collective human rights.

Call your attorney general to ask they protect Section 504.

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Me, too!

How Bluesky Can Help You Build Your PLN This decentralized social media platform maximizes your ability to choose what you see and puts you in control of all your interactions.

“For educators, @bsky.app represents more than just a new platform—it’s a chance to start fresh. The migration isn’t just about leaving something behind; it’s about moving toward something better.”

—Educator @hedreich.bsky.social 🦋

#EduSky #BlackEduSky

I closed my Twitter account after 15+ years. It was a good run - I learned from people around the world and shared work that was meaningful to me. In recent years, the platform has not felt like a space where I could learn or share, so I'm here on Bluesky, willing to give it a try.

Indian Paint Brush in a field of summer grass with other flowers scattered about but not always in focus.

Somebody somewhere
Needs flowers tonight