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Florida Republicans want to defund the police in the worst way possible. And defund our schools, too.

For profit healthcare should be abolished. Healthcare is a human right. Insurance companies have been allowed to determine who lives, who dies, who suffers and who goes bankrupt for far too long. www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

Everyone should be fighting for Universal Healthcare and disability rights. Health is fragile. You can become disabled or chronically ill in an instant. It’s not a moral failing. It can wipe out your savings and leave you destitute. Healthcare is a basic human right.

Folks have insulted:  My Southern drawl.  My loc’d hair.  My clothes.  My shoes.  My intelligence.  I’ve been called a ghetto Black b!t€h. Now @JDVance says I don’t belong and should leave the very country my ancestors helped build. This is a lot y’all. It is. #AngieForFlorida

“I don’t wanna COUCH my words here: I know JD Vance, his eyeliner, and Absent Ashley Moody are used to running away from people when things get tough because they only care about themselves and their billionaire buddies". -Angie Nixon, FL US Senate candidate angienixon.com/angie-nixon-...

I wondered why JD Vance was in Florida this week. www.fox13news.com/news/1-milli...

I got this book for my 4-year-old nephew last Christmas. I was more excited than he was, but hope he'll come around.

An anonymous group of researchers have exposed a network of Redditors who generated hatred against Blake Lively after her lawsuit alleged Justin Baldoni sexually harassed her on set. They also really want you to listen to The Fray's new album skepchick.org/2026/09/meet...

Happy Dolly Parton Day to all who celebrate and vote Blue! "If you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one” -Dolly

Dog Can’t Believe Guy She Hooked Up With 10 Years Ago Now Head Of FBI https://theonion.com/dog-cant-believe-guy-she-hooked-up-with-10-years-ago-now-head-of-fbi/

Happy Earth, Wind, and Fire Day to all who celebrate and vote Blue! Ba-dee-ya, dee-ya, dee-ya! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs06...

Killing women is the primary reason that Republicans enact abortion bans. They are delighted to kill us.

I got my flu vaccine at my PCP’s office Friday. Then drove to CVS on my way home to get my COVID vax. I usually get them in October, but I am traveling in three weeks. I was exhausted all day Saturday, but feeling great now. Spending the $5 CVS coupon on candy!

I’m taking this as a “challenge accepted” skeet and will never skip daily flossing again. I’m pretty good, but sometimes skip. (always brush twice a day)

Last week, I listened to an old NPR podcast episode featuring Riz Ahmed. I loved his story and planned to watch his series Bait. Before I had the chance, I learned that Riz played Snape in Audible's Harry Potter - in 2023! Riz funded hatred of trans people. Fuck him. www.npr.org/2026/08/27/n...

Happy National Ceiling Fan Day to all who celebrate and vote Blue!

Thanks Trump voters.

There is a corner of the internet I had never heard of before I started reporting this story. It’s called the “burnerverse”: a network of anon burner accounts ostensibly discussing college sports. But they have another goal: destroying young girls’ lives.🧵: www.wired.com/story/burner...

It's eight years tomorrow since we posted on Twitter that Sting had been in to return his books.

Nancy math is my math.

I went with my sisters to hear Gloria Steinem talk at USF in October 2004. My first impression of her was, "Gosh, she's so tiny!" She was surrounded by huge security guys It was a passionate speech about reproductive rights and the many harms of Republican presidencies. apnews.com/article/glor...

St. Pete Proud.

How JD Vance finally found true love.

I know Tropical Storm Dolly won’t hurt us!

I’m motivated this week to post my favorite short story of 2025, but I can’t say why because of the reveal. It’s so good! www.uncannymagazine.com/article/when...

Ima live forever... www.theguardian.com/science/2026...

Petition to rename mRNA vaccines to “Dolly shots”

Good to know.

Rare good news:

It's hard to fathom that anyone thinks ICE can be reformed or retrained. ICE needs to be dismantled and then cauterized so it can't grow back. #AbolishICE

I voted for the lady with the knife.

Ima live forever! scienceblog.com/t-yale-book-...

The youngest of my sister’s 3 kids just turned 18, and I’m like, “LET ME HELP YOU REGISTER TO VOTE. THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ELECTION OF YOUR LIVES.” Trying to be the best aunt.

I'm compelled to join in the lament that it is sad when Mitch McConnell dies tomorrow.

Beshear: "There's an argument that August 3 is a date where I could not later call a special. Those that are really pushing this are under the impression a Dem might be able to win. It's been since '92 that we had a Dem senator in KY ... not having McConnell show up isn't necessarily a bad thing"

I read The Deep Blue Good-By decades ago and still remember how much I loved it. Hell of a writer.

Beshear is doing exactly what he should be doing. If McConnell wants to keep the GOP down a seat until January, let him!

Florida voter registration has to be done by TOMORROW!

A majority of elderly Floridians voted for this.

Just got back from my weekly kale run at Sprouts. (I’m a kale snob.) The produce guy and the cashier both said that they hadn’t had any product recalls, even though they carry Taylor Farms items. The produce guy also said that sales were down. Hoping for some price drops!

The St. Pete Times Primary voter guide, like, as a guide. I pay for a subscription, so I think this is paywalled. I got my mail-in ballot on Thursday, and I'm making my decisions tomorrow. As always, fingers crossed. www.tampabay.com/news/florida...