iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Remember when I first posted this 7 months ago?

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

But if that blue collar anti-oligarchy message came from a Southerner, someone who’s been riding the wave of a national movement that speaks directly to their struggles? Hooo boy. Let the deprogramming begin. 4/4 #aoc #berniesanders #fighttheoligarchy

000

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

I know this, deep in my bones. So many people whom I love fell for Vance because he was a self-proclaimed “every man” from Appalachia. Many Southerners still carry a deep, old mistrust of “Yankees.” 3/4

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

The tour needs a Southern voice traveling with them. Southerners love seeing “one of their own” in the spotlight because it helps them feel relevant, powerful, not forgotten. That kind of messaging, paired with the energy of being part of something really big, could resonate with these folks. 2/4

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Just a thought: the AOC/Bernie/Fight the Oligarchy tour really needs to make its way down South to the deep red “confederate states,” as a Threads user suggested. pointed out. These states might be seen as a lost cause, but they should take a cue from Jimmy Carter’s legacy. 1/4

110

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Absolutely! Kilmar deserves every bit of attention and awareness that he's gotten, but I can't help but be horrified for all the others who don't have nearly the resources or advocacy behind them.

110

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Trump’s presidency, his domestic and global policies, China, and pervasive narratives on the right and left. In this episode, he dives into recent events, DOGE, Musk, the relationship between Trump and Hitler, and important historical Marxists.

000

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

youtu.be/GeWiKOEkfj8?... Richard Wolff, Economics professor at University of Massachusetts Amherst, discusses the downfall of the American empire and the future of the United States as a result of…

youtu.be

Richard Wolff: Trump, Hitler, and the End of the American Empire

YouTube video by Robinson Erhardt

110

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

The administration promised a second “Golden” (Gilded) Age. Is this part of the robber barons’ scheme to push out competition and public infrastructure advances? 🧐 Posting here because I’m pretty sure it was shadow banned on Threads. #siemens #augustínescobar #highspeedrail

020

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

The GOP passed a budget resolution tonight that will gut Medicaid, SNAP, and other vital programs — as 60% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. Why? To finance more tax cuts for the top 1%. We have socialism in this country for the rich, harsh capitalism for everyone else.

25982092644

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

“Paying a lot of taxes,” huh? That’s doubtful.

030

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Anytime I’ve traveled overseas and returned to the states, it’s a shock to be confronted with ads for pharmaceuticals on the TVs and around the airport.

110

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Stephen King @stephenking.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Amen to that.

1856704867372

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

I think it will eventually be added as a feature, but currently you can’t. If it’s worth it to you, I’ve learned that there are 3rd party apps (Skeets) that allow you to edit your Bluesky posts from within their apps.

110

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Oh man. I was singing my heart out to this song as a 7 year old girl. It’s no wonder I turned into leftist/progressive. Not sure why my family is still so bewildered by that.

010

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

You probably meant “life” in the first sentence, but it still checks out. Immigrants and workers were sold a lie. I empathize with your consideration to move. I feel the same.

010

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

SC Senate Medical Affairs Committee (cont’d): Josh Kimbrell Tom Fernandez Matthew W. "Matt" Leber Jeff Tell

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

SC Senate Medical Affairs Committee: Daniel B. "Danny" Verdin, Chairman Richard J. Cash - BILL SPONSOR! Harvey S. Peeler, Jr. Brad Hutto Shane R. Martin Thomas C. Alexander Tom Davis Thomas D. "Tom" Corbin Margie Bright Matthews Michael W. Gambrell Billy Garrett Ronnie A. Sabb Deon T. Tedder

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

“Unborn Child Protection Act” (SC S.323): Presented to the Med. Affairs Committee on 2/06. Removes exceptions for rape, incest, fatal fetal anomaly for abortions. *Allows a woman to be prosecuted for murder*, removes judicial bypass for pregnant minors, equates human life to moment of fertilization!

111

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Sponsors of the “Human Life Protection Act” (cont’d): Lawson Jordan J.E. Johnson Herbkersman Hayes - DEMOCRAT Hager Gilliam Gibson B.J. Cox Chumley Burns Bailey Hiott (Minority Leader) G.M. Smith McCravy Haddon (Greenville, D.20)

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Sponsors of “Human Life Protection Act” (SC H.3457): Cromer - FEMALE Pedalino - FEMALE Oremus - FEMALE Edgerton - FEMALE Sanders Frank (Greenville, D.20) Gilreath Huff (Greenville, D.28) Rankin Mitchell Robbins Yow Willis White Vaughan M.M. Smith Pope (Speaker Pro Tempore) Pace McCabe Long Ligon

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

“Human Life Protection Act” (SC H.3457): Removes exceptions for *rape, incest, and fatal fetal anomalies*. The bill only allows abortions in cases of medical emergencies (detailed in Section 44-41-640). Sponsors of bill below (4 women + 1 Dem):

110

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

📢 South Carolina women, this is what we’re up against! 🧵 •“Human Life Protection Act” (SC H.3457). 38 sponsors of the bill below, 4 of whom are WOMEN. •“Unborn Child Protection Act” (SC S.323) that’s been presented to the Medical Affairs Committee (sponsored by state Senator Richard J Cash).

120

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

ER visit in Alta, Norway as a tourist from the US. Paid at the self-serve checkout kiosk. Total cost 562 NOK, or just under 50 USD for the entire visit. In the US, that may cover the Tylenol they give you before sending you a 5 figure bill. #healthcarereform #americanhealthcare #medicareforall

053

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Darjeeling Tea Ltd @darjeelingltd.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

This is what happened when the USSR collapsed. The government broke. The only actors left were oligarchs. And bit by bit they bought the valuable assets of the government - industry etc. became oligarchs & made Putin king. It’s a hostile takeover, business usurping government & democracy. Fascism.

04020

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Fact checked: www.snopes.com/fact-check/m... #elonmusk #planecrash

000

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Find your local SC legislators using this link, then call and email them to oppose this bill. Call & email Lindsey Graham & Tim Scott as well! www.scstatehouse.gov/legislatorss...

scstatehouse.gov

South Carolina Legislature Online - Find Your Legislators

000

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

➡️ Penalties: Anyone who performs an illegal abortion could face up to two years in prison and a $10,000 fine. If passed, this bill would significantly restrict abortion access in South Carolina, making it one of the most restrictive states in the country on this issue. #scabortionban

scstatehouse.gov

South Carolina Legislature Online - Bill Search by Bill Number

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

🚨 South Carolina residents 🚨 The "Human Life Protection Act” (H.3457) was introduced to the SC House of Representatives on Jan 14, 2025. ➡️ Abortion Ban: The bill would make it illegal to perform, prescribe, or provide any means of abortion, except for medical emergencies. #abortionban #abortion

scstatehouse.gov

South Carolina Legislature Online - Bill Search by Bill Number

100

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

I really appreciate the work you are doing, so please take this gentle feedback in good faith. Your usage of bold font combined with the usage of all caps in your cover images makes it a little difficult to read when there are multiple lines of text and the image is sized for Bluesky feeds. 😕

000

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

A USAID HR director sent out this email today to staff letting them know he was placed on administrative leave. “Today, representatives of the Agency's front office and DOGE instructed me to violate the due process of our employees by issuing immediate termination notices to a group of employees.”

Farewell and Thanks (Again) - Illegal Activity in the USAID Front Office
Inbox
Nicholas Gottlieb
to amsofficercouncil, ALL, HCTM.ELR, Alpana, Danielle, Sheila, Sepideh, William, Anya, Stephanie, Lindsey -
All:
4:19 PM (4 minutes ago) #
Today, representatives of the Agency's front office and DOGE instructed me to violate the due process of our employees by issuing immediate termination notices to a group of employees without due process. I refused and have provided Acting Administrator Gray with written notification of my refusal. I have recommended in that written notification that his office cease ar desist from further illegal activity.
It is and has always been my office's commitment to the workforce that we ensure all employees receive their due process in any of our actions. I will not be party to a violation of that commitment.
I was notified moments ago that I will be placed on administrative leave, effective immediately. It has been an honor working with all of you at this Agency, which i treasure.
Please be kind and considerate of my staff at hctm.eir@usaid.gov. who will be very short-staffed and pressed over the coming months. Until you hear otherwise, Kirsten Gunsolus will be acting in my absence.
If you would like to stay in touch, I can be reached a
wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
Nicholas Gottlieb
Director, Employee and Labor Relations
US AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
HCTM, Rm. 4.07A RRB, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20523
USAID gov | @USAID

21599853722

Reposted by Caroline Durango

The Salt Lake Tribune @sltrib.com · 31/01/2025

“A vote for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would take America back to a troubling era when countless children suffered and died from horrific infections, leaving many with lifelong disabilities,” write Susana Williams Keeshin, MD, and Katharine S. Walter, PhD.

sltrib.com

Voices: We’re infectious disease experts. RFK Jr. would put all our health at risk.

20272100

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Morgan J Freeman @mjfree.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Have you ever been more embarrassed to be an American? We are the laughing stock of the world.

85993801287

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Christine - Fascism Is Evil @botanicaldays.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Bernie Sanders reminds us that Trump is Not Our King. and we still have First Amendment rights that we should exercise. We can beat them. #resist www.youtube.com/watch?v=4V91...

youtube.com

‘Do not forget’: Bernie Sanders has a message if you’re worried about Trump 2.0

YouTube video by MSNBC

22910

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Duckii Duck 🌈🇺🇦 @duckii.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

She has more guts than all of them put together. A pleasure to see a moral person with a spine.

0121

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

This is the real question. And the boards of Tesla, Boring and whatever other companies he owns are failing in their fiduciary duty if they’re not having emergency meetings to address his mental state.

933578515

Reposted by Caroline Durango

Moira Donegan @moiradonegan.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

I wrote about Trump’s inauguration. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

331944531

Reposted by Caroline Durango

christhebarker @christhebarker.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

The gospel according to Saint Mariann

A stained glass representation of Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde.
The text reads "Be merciful to the stranger
For we were all once strangers in this land"

315263183965

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

I can’t tell if you’re serious or not. I was curious what he actually said. Their collective squirms, gestures, and eye movements spoke volumes though.

050

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

This is the kind of energy I want more of for the next 4 years. This had me in tears.

030

Reposted by Caroline Durango

MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 21/01/2025

Part 2/3

29899252228

Reposted by Caroline Durango

MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 21/01/2025

Wow. Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde fearlessly calls out Trump and Vance to their faces. This is heroic. (posting in 3 parts due to Bluesky's 1 minute limit)

21123827510285

Caroline Durango @cdurango.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Good for you. I just deactivated Facebook. Joined in 2005.

110