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Maggie Astor @maggieastor.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Covid vaccines are now in stock at CVS, according to a spokeswoman. CVS will require prescriptions in three states: Arizona, Louisiana and Oregon. (Walgreens is also requiring them in Arizona and Oregon.) This could change if state officials act. My article will be updated soon with this info.

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F.D.A. Approves New Covid Vaccines, and They Should Be Available Soon (Gift Article)

The shots have been approved for people 65 and older, and for younger people with underlying conditions. Others may be able to get them off label.

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Carole King @carolekingofficial.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

As we elders, our daughters, and our granddaughters continue the fight for power, equality, and respect, we hold you in our hearts with love and gratitude. Rest in peace and power, Gloria Steinem. 🤍

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Gloria Steinem, Personification of the Women’s Movement, Dies at 92 (Gift Article)

She challenged sexist assumptions, helping women develop a sense of self-worth and gain a measure of equality at work, at home and in society at large.

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Rolling Stone @rollingstone.com · 25/08/2026

Dolly Parton's family asked that, in lieu of flowers, fans make a donation to the singer's Imagination Library. Here's what the charity does ⬇️ www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

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Turning Pages: Inside Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Core team of 15 staff and thousands of volunteers and partners help the country-music philanthropist deliver books to kids around the world.

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

300 mass shootings in 2026 alone. People are suffering from shock and grief. Please watch this short video that explains shock so you can better understand how it impacts you, your loved ones, and your community. streamable.com/tdr06u?src=p...

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Watch "survivors-empowered-understanding-shock" on Streamable.

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸 @judiciarydems.senate.gov · 04/08/2026

BREAKING: Senate Democrats sound alarm on proposed ATF loophole for transporting firearms and accessories across state lines.

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Betsy Shapiro ATR-BC @betsala123.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

As America has a horrific gun violence epidemic where firearms are the leading cause of death for children and teens

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Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸 @judiciarydems.senate.gov · 04/08/2026

Todd Blanche and his ATF want to enable firearms trafficking across state lines. Their proposal would create a massive loophole in state and local gun safety laws.

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Free Online Resources for Survivors of Gun Violence * Recognizing the signs and symptoms of shock * Understanding trauma and evidence-based trauma therapies * How trauma therapy can support recovery * What to say—and what not to say—to survivors and grieving families survivorsempowered.org

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Betsy Shapiro ATR-BC @betsala123.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Survivors of Seattle www.msn.com/en-us/news/o...

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Dr. Mar @boldnewme.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

19-year-old Pvt. Isabella Gonzales died defending this country. Think about that while politicians demonize immigrants and terrorize Latino communities. Americans with names like Gonzales have always fought, bled, and died for this nation. RIP to her and Lt. Tyler Feehan. 🇺🇸

Pentagon shares the names of two US servicemembers KIA Friday and Saturday in the Iranian attack on the
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1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii;
Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas.
RIP

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Survivors of the #Seattle shooting: free, online Survivors Toolkit written by survivors for survivors. Know the signs of shock, how trauma therapy can help & how to navigate the days & months ahead. Our hearts & our resources are with you. survivorsempowered.org/survivor-res...

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

The Question the Courts Never Were Allowed to Answer and the Lives that Might Have Been Impacted. Whether the firearm industry has evolved differently because PLCAA substantially limited many negligence and product liability claims deserves careful examination. survivorsempowered.org/fourteen-yea...

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Six mass shootings July 18 & 19 have left 4 dead, 31 injured. Survivors Empowered has resources that can help you, your loved ones & community. The Survivors Toolkit was written by Gabby Giffords & Sandy & Lonnie Phillips - by survivors, for survivors. survivorsempowered.org/.../se-toolk...

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Honoring Jessi Card Collection - Each thoughtfully designed greeting card offers a meaningful way to express care, connection, and solidarity during life after loss. #FromHealingToAction #SurvivorsEmpowered #HonoringJessi survivorsempowered.org/jessis-messa...

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

“I say all the time that every moment we have to live our life is a blessing. So often I have found myself taking it for granted. Every hug from a family member. Every laugh we share with friends...

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Honoring Jessi Redfield Ghawi ... Jessi’s spirit and sacrifice shine more intensely than ever as we mark fourteen years since she and eleven others were senselessly slaughtered, and dozens of others injured, in the 2012 Aurora, CO theater shootings.

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Trump just fired all three remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission, leaving the agency with no commissioners just months before the midterms

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Trump fires all commissioners of federal election agency

Months before the midterms, the only federal agency dedicated solely to election administration is now unable to do anything.

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @ocasio-cortez.house.gov · 04/07/2026

As America marks 250 years, may we recommit to building a diverse democracy, an economy that works for the many and not just the few, and a future where every generation has the opportunity to live a dignified life. Happy 4th of July!

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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

It was great joining Njideka Akunyili Crosby—a gifted Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based artist—to unveil our first portrait together. This piece reflects so many chapters of Michelle and my story, and we’re thrilled that it will be on display at the Obama Presidential Center starting this Juneteenth.

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The Nation Magazine @thenation.com · 16/06/2026

Reclamation Day will serve as a counter-commemoration to the nation’s 250th anniversary, writes Fatima Jalloh. It seeks to tell a truer story of the nation’s semiquincentennial—a part of a larger mass movement to reclaim and reframe the story of America. bit.ly/4elXjFD

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How a Collective Dedicated to Black Liberation and Indigenous Sovereignty Is Reclaiming the Story of America

A June 20 festival will tell a truer story of the nation’s semiquincentennial, braiding narratives of Black and Indigenous struggles and visions for our collective liberation.

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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

A Michelle Obama Appreciation Post: I deeply admire your elegance, graciousness, beauty, accomplishments, relatability & effortless class. Thank you for being one of the greatest First Ladies of all time!🙏 Much ❤️ from one of your countless fans, Mar🐫

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

#Pride Holds Joy and Grief in the Same Hands This June marks 10 years since the #Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando. On June 12, 2016, a gunman entered Pulse during Latin Night and murdered 49 people, wounded 53 others, and terrorized hundreds more...1/2

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Jessi’s Messages offers thoughtfully designed greeting cards and printed items created to honor grief, remembrance, healing, and hope. #FathersDay #FathersDayCollection #JessisMessages Proceeds help support the mission of Survivors Empowered. survivorsempowered.org/jessis-messa...

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

People impacted by #ToledoShooting. If you are already away from the gunfire, look for signs of shock in yourself & others. Get medical help if needed for shock. Free & online right now.

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Shooting reported at Toledo festival June 6. Know the signs of shock. Check with your friends. #ToledoShooting

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The US has an estimated 400 million guns in civilian hands. Gunfire is leading cause of death for kids, teens & pregnant folks in US. Laws won’t change until law makers lose their seats bc they ignore gun violence.

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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Again, please share. In every aspect of American history you will run smack dab into the critical contributions of Black people. It’s not Black history. It’s American history. Trying to erase it is a fool’s errand. We live it every day. time.com/5836444/blac...

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The Forgotten Black History of How Memorial Day Started

Historians like the Pulitzer Prize winner David Blight have tried to raise awareness of freed slaves who decorated soldiers' graves in 1865

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Gillian Brockell @gillianbrockell.com · 29/03/2026

This story is insane. Married an American, arrested at her greencard interview, flown out of state, nearly killed multiple times when her diabetes was ignored and then mistreated. When she finally got out? Found out her credit card had been used illegally. www.daylightsandiego.org/san-diego-wo...

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San Diego woman says her credit card information was stolen while she was in ICE custody

Hanne Engan, whom ICE arrested at her green card appointment, said her diabetes quickly escalated while at Otay Mesa Detention Center due to medical negligence. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited...

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 29/03/2026

On Wednesday in DeKalb County, Georgia, 7-year-old Anthony B. Jones III tragically lost his life after gaining access to an unsecured firearm and unintentionally shooting himself. Urge Congress to #KeepKidsSafe by cosponsoring Ethan’s Law. (202) 224-3121 www.fox5atlanta.com/news/7-year-...

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First grader dies in 'accidental' DeKalb shooting, family says

DeKalb County police are investigating the tragic death of a seven-year-old boy following what appears to be an accidental shooting overnight.

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 22/03/2026

Five years ago, 10 people were killed in a mass shooting at King Soopers Supermarket in Boulder, Colorado. Honor them with action by calling on your Members of Congress at (202) 224-3121 to pass an #AssaultWeaponsBan. #EndGunViolence #BanAssaultWeapons

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

What to say to survivors in the immediate aftermath of violence: "I am here for you." "I don't know what to say but I am here." "What can I do for you?" "I am going to the store. Do you needs meds? Food? I'll pick up milk and bread. What else would you like?" survivorsempowered.org/survivor-res...

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 13/03/2026

Lieutenant Colonel Brandon A. Shah is an alumnus of Old Dominion University, and Professor of Military Science at ODU’s Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. LTC Brandon Shah was shot and killed at Old Dominion University today. We will remember Brandon and continue to #HonorWithAction.

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 13/03/2026

Six years ago, Breonna Taylor was shot and killed after officers executed a “No Knock” warrant for a suspect who didn’t live there & had already been arrested. Breonna was killed in her sleep. We remember Breonna Taylor. #EndGunViolence

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Survivors Empowered @survivorsempowered.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

What not to say to survivors of gun violence: "They were in the wrong place at the wrong time." We must be able to study, worship, shop, dance, and work without fear of gun violence. Our hearts -- and our work -- is with survivors of violence. survivorsempowered.org/survivor-res...

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David Eby @davidebybc.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

British Columbians deserve to learn, work and worship without fear of violence and intimidation. That’s why we’re establishing stronger protections to prohibit activities that interfere with safe access to places of worship and schools. Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/33444

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 07/03/2026

On Friday in Memphis, Tennessee, a woman was killed after a child unintentionally fired a gun. Urge Congress to #KeepKidsSafe by cosponsoring Ethan’s Law. (202) 224-3121 #EndGunViolence #SafeStorageSavesLives www.actionnews5.com/2026/03/06/w...

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Woman dead after child accidentally fires gun

A woman is dead after a child accidentally fired a gun.

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 03/03/2026

Following today’s guilty verdict from Colin Gray’s trial on the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School, remember ❣️Mason Schermerhorn, 14 ❣️Christian Angulo, 14 ❣️Richard Aspinwall, 39 ❣️Christina Irimie, 53

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 03/03/2026

76% of school shooters get their guns from home. Urge Congress to #KeepKidsSafe by cosponsoring Ethan’s Law. (202) 224-3121 U.S. Secret Service (2019), Protecting America’s Schools: A U.S. Secret Service Analysis of Targeted School Violence

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 02/03/2026

📞 Make your voice heard! Urge your Members of Congress to support H.R. 6736, the ARMAS Act, to prevent firearms from reaching dangerous criminal groups. #EndGunViolence

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 03/03/2026

On Sunday in Austin, Texas, 19-year-old Ryder Harrington and a 21-year-old were shot and killed in a mass shooting. This marked the seventh mass shooting in Texas this year. We will remember them and continue to #HonorWithAction.

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Newtown Action Alliance @newtownaction.org · 01/03/2026

The deadly mass shooting in downtown Austin, the latest in Texas’ gun violence, marks the state’s seventh mass shooting of the year. It is only March.

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