Former NASA astronauts launch new group to promote U.S. constitutional values More than 100 NASA astronauts have signed on to a nonpartisan effort to promote “the principles that have propelled our nation for 250 years”

"the rule of law, checks and balances and the peaceful transition of power..."

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Makes sense. and I hope your child has a fabulous and rich experience at Wes - it’s a great school! ☺️

I am so sorry to hear this. I seriously considered going to Hampshire; I went to Wesleyan, and I have much respect for Hampshire’s philosophy of learning. 🌷

Said out loud in our household: “That’s IT???” So disappointing!

Who is the best pilot you ever saw? ☺️

CURRENT MOOD

“Profanely cold detachment” - thank you for these words and naming what’s happening… We must not look away. 🌷 #SpeakOut

Earthset from Artemis II. I am overcome.

“But ultimately, we will always choose Earth. We will always choose each other.” —Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch

NASA just dropped this image of Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch looking back at us. The first woman to ever see our planet in its entirety. I’m not crying you’re crying 🥹🔭🧪 📸: NASA

Yes.

And I say that as a longtime UConn fan.

If we have to live through this period of history, thank goodness we have @elienyc.bsky.social to provide the BEST “whatevering” for SCOTUS that there is! Thank you! 🌷

This - with swords into plowshares as inspiration. 🌷

Ambrose Chapel, anyone? 😉

Recommended, as a way of honoring the girl’s and women’s experiences.

Holding deep sadness and fierce anger alongside my historical appreciation for Chavez’ work.

It’s time to understand a wider picture of who he was in the world.

I’ve kept this book with its yellow cover by my bedside for over half a century! #HarrietForTheWin 🌷🌷🌷

Given that you’ll be going through some of these boxes in your search, maybe take some photos of what’s in there? That way you can try looking on your phone later when you’re looking for something else. Hope you find what you’re looking for quickly! 🌷

And it’s meaningful to see him argue for *this* type of celebration coming from the corners of immaturity, instead of the deeply immature and dangerous celebrations being exhibited by so many in power right now. Such a wise and human review! 🌷

Glad you posted this. This piece would make a great base for an art exhibit with photos, quotes, etc of what the Occupant has said and done since then… with the last 2 images being Hillary and Kamala looking over it all, as if to say “warned ya” - which they of course did!

We need to watch for use of this technique to accelerate— as he ages, there will be more and more incentive to use old footage.

I just learned of your account today, but I have followed your journey over the years and am so glad that you are finally in a place where you and your message can be seen and appreciated! You are important. 🌷

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[Exit Murderer.]

They can’t be actually flying around the originals can they? Come on

Clarence Thomas Just Struck Another Blow to Black Power In his majority ruling in a sleeper case about mail delivery, Thomas opened the door to a new way for Republicans to suppress the Black vote.

In an overlooked decision this week, the Supreme Court ruled that the post office can refuse to deliver your mail, which is KIND OF SIGNIFICANT if you choose to mail your ballot.
To do this work, the anti-democracy wing turned to their favorite “black friend,” Clarence Thomas.

Normally watching is a can’t miss event for me. Not this year.

What I wish the Dems would do:

Have 1 designated Senator, and 1 designated Rep attend as witnesses. ALL other Ds gather together (maybe on Capitol steps even though it’s cold) and talk about the crisis we are in.

Not normal times.

Will do and also send quiet good vibes your way, served with a delicious cup of tea, your Grace. 🌷

Wow.

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A flyer for the IRIS Center’s Douglass Day celebration. The event is co-sponsored by the IRIS Center, the African American Literary Studies program at SIUE, and the Community-Oriented Digital Engagement Scholars program. It will take place on February 14 from 10:30 to 1:30 in the IRIS Center, which is Peck Hall 2226. The national event is presented by the Library of Congress and the Center for Black Digital Research.

An FAQ flyer for the event, including a bio of Douglass and an overview of what a transcribe-a-thon is. If you can bring a laptop or tablet, please do so. If you can’t make it in person, you can participate virtually. If your instructor has offered class credit, please note it on your sign-up form. You can sign up at https://bit.ly/iris-douglass

Join us on February 14 from 10:30 to 1:30 in the IRIS Center to celebrate #DouglassDay! We’ll transcribe a portion of Douglass’s correspondence and learn more about his life and legacy. (There will be cake too!) Sign up at bit.ly/iris-douglass