Dulanie Ellis-La Barre

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LA Times 7/14: “The latest ICE statistics show that as of 6/29 there were 57,861 people detained by ICE, 41,195 (71.7%) of whom had no criminal record. 84% of people detained as 201 facilities nationwide were not given a threat level.” 84% NO THREAT. So much for violent criminals.

Spotify is running ICE ads. I went to cancel on mobile and saw that this isn’t allowed on mobile. They make you cancel on desktop. You think that’s gonna stop me, Spotify? I will erase you and forget you ever existed. THOU SHALT CANCEL SPOTIFY!!!

LA - We will fight! Chicago - We will fight! Portland - We will subject you to improv theater, ukuleles, giant frogs, & more!

LA Times 7/14: “The latest ICE statistics show that as of 6/29 there were 57,861 people detained by ICE, 41,195 (71.7%) of whom had no criminal record. 84% of people detained as 201 facilities nationwide were not given a threat level.” 84% NO THREAT. So much for violent criminals.

The 2024 experiment of the Dutch to ban smartphones in school has had meteoritic results. 3/4 of students had better concentration, 2/3 reported improved social climate, 1/3 had better academic performance. This inspired France, Hungary, Finland and many UK schools to folliw suit.

I'm attending No Kings's event, “One Million Rising: Strategic Non-Cooperation to Fight Authoritarianism” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

"One of the NOAA labs slated to be shut down [in Trump's budget] is the National Severe Storms Lab in Norman, Oklahoma, which works to improve flash flood forecasting among other hazards from severe thunderstorms..." www.cnn.com/2025/07/05/c...

Ireland kicks a dirty habit. Their last coal-fired power plant in County Clare has been wound down 6 months ahead of schedule. Ireland is the 6th European nation to quit coal. (Source: Positive News)

A vote for SNAP is a vote for independent, small, local family farmers, including 56,000 veterans who farm.

If a foreign adversary snuck into our Federal budget and cut science research and education the way we’re cutting it ourselves — strategically undermining America’s long-term health, wealth, and security — we would likely consider it an act of war.

China commits to full climate plan. World’s biggest polluter commits to a comprehensive emissions reduction plan by November ‘25, covering ALL economic sectors & greenhouse gases. (Positive.News)

‘Forest bathing’ or forest therapy is proving helpful and healing for wildfire survivors to recover. It’s been found to decrease stress and anxiety, which may seem counterintuitive since forest fires were so traumatic. But the reconnection with nature soothes troubled souls. (High Country News)

The VA has abruptly ended the only low-interest, affordable loan modification option for thousands of vets who are behind on their mortgages. If you're a vet at risk of foreclosure, we want to hear your story.

Our country is ass backwards F misogyny

Good news for South African penguins.

2 million “Truckers Against Trafficking have been trained to spot and report signs of exploitation. Here, Charles Bernsen, manager of a truck stop in the U.S. gets a hug from Nikki, whom he helped to escape her trafficker - along with TAT’s Harriet Tubman award.

Fri-4/18/25: A federal judge CONTINUED to block DOGE from accessing Americans’ personal data from the Social Security Admin. (Mark Elias, Democracy Docket)

Bioneers 2025, in Berkeley, CA is beyond magnificent! It’s been going for 36 years. People from 51 nations. 150 indigenous tribes. 400 environmental youth leaders were sponsored. The female singing duo, Rising Appalachia performing. Each morning starts with wild drumming. Riveting speakers.

Last Friday of the month, a museum in The Hague has tours for dementia patients and their caregivers.

An idea for Mar-a-lago: “Former golf courses are going wild. Across the U.S. & beyond, fairways are becoming wildflower meadows & communities are reaping the benefits.” Rewilding efforts, planting natives & pollinator greens, removing invasives, etc. (Reasons to be Cheerful, 3-18-25)

Bird song is wild in our OJAI (CA) garden as about 100+ birds are shouting out that it’s springtime, after our rain last night. They have a lot to say as they are dive-bombing the 2nd filling of the feeder today, in a frenzy of delight. They take turns and it’s like the planes landing at LAX.

Good news: Whole grains are not only good for you, they also are good for the planet. Whole grains have more nutrients for us, lower disease rates and because they use all three parts of the grain (instead of only one in refined products) they use less resources. (Positive.News 10/2024)

Teens in Great Falls, MN are learning mental health training as peer mentors for each other. Hospital ER visits for suicide reduced 95% amongst 6th graders. The high school now has an elective to learn how to identify students who need help & offer resources. (Reasons to Be Cheerful, 3/3/25)

"They'll never cut Social Security" is the new "they'll never overturn Roe v Wade."

French Senator Claude Malhuret: "Washington has become Nero’s court, with an incendiary emperor, submissive courtiers and a jester high on ketamine... We were at war with a dictator, we are now at war with a dictator backed by a traitor."

Need a pick me up amidst this shitstorm? Wondering what other country looks appealing? Like snow? Sweden just ruled that grandparents can assume up to 45 days of the parental leave benefits the parents receive! Family first! (Positive.News)

“The world could raise $2.1 trillion a year by emulating Spain’s wealth tax (1.7-3.5%) on the super rich — double the sum needed for developing nations to implement their climate action plans by 2030.” (Positive.News)

“How can we honor the fish?” Great Lakes fishermen are following the lead of Iceland, to ensure that 100% of the fish is used. Normally, about 50% is wasted. Fish skin leather (used by Gucci & Nike; collagen in cosmetic, fish heads as a delicacy in Nigeria. (Reasons to be Cheerful.world)

I am just sick. To treat Pres. Zelensky, who has been in non-stop, grueling war for 3 years, this way was humiliating to watch as an American. It is hard to refute the allegation that Grump is indeed a Russian asset, and has been for many years.