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Donna Castañeda

@dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social
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Poet, social psychologist, professor, nature lover, animal lover, especially cats. Democracy, justice, nonviolence are important to me.

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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Dumpy has shown himself repeatedly to be wrapped in an impenetrable shell of his own delusions and needs for grandeur. It's pathetic and makes forvgood jokes, but it is also DANGEROUS. Check this out: www.thenation.com/article/poli...
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Trump Is a Runaway Train—and Nobody’s Pulling the Brakes
Everywhere you look, the president is causing chaos and destruction.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Dumpy has shown himself repeatedly to be wrapped in an impenetrable shell of his own delusions and needs for grandeur. It's pathetic and makes forvgood jokes, but it is also DANGEROUS. Check this out: www.thenation.com/article/poli...
thenation.com
Trump Is a Runaway Train—and Nobody’s Pulling the Brakes
Everywhere you look, the president is causing chaos and destruction.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
As I have said before, Dumpy is a DANGER to us and our country. "On April 30 of this year Senators Sheldon Whithouse and Jack Reed...placed in the Congressional Record a statement by 36 prominent medical specialists questioning Trump's mental fitness for office." www.nytimes.com/2026/09/15/o...
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Opinion | Trump Has Untethered Himself From Reality
The president’s distortions have an impact on much more than belief in his claims about what he was doing on Sept. 11.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
As I have said before, Dumpy is a DANGER to us and our country. "On April 30 of this year Senators Sheldon Whithouse and Jack Reed...placed in the Congressional Record a statement by 36 prominent medical specialists questioning Trump's mental fitness for office." www.nytimes.com/2026/09/15/o...
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Opinion | Trump Has Untethered Himself From Reality
The president’s distortions have an impact on much more than belief in his claims about what he was doing on Sept. 11.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Take a look at this interesting article that provides an important perspectives on the relationship between the US and Israel. politicsusa46.substack.com/p/the-slow-c...
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The slow creeping cancer that has infected Middle East politics
The Trojan horse that is AIPAC has proved to be most dangerous infiltration of US Middle East policy by a foreign state actor in the history of the United States.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
An important article that discusses what is really important to some--supporting Israel, rather than Jewish people or the victims of genocide. A perspective from psychology. royeidelson.com/the-mask-com...
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The Mask Comes Off: The Psychologists Protecting Israel, Not Jews – Roy Eidelson
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
As the young man says, we are interested in solutions. That must be the approach in ceuta, as well as in other places across the world where migrants and immigration are flash points. www.nytimes.com/video/world/...
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Video: How the Migrant Crisis in Ceuta Ignited a Backlash Against the Far Right
A sudden migrant surge from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta attracted the presence of far-right, anti-immigrant politicians. But many locals say they don’t want their multicultural home to...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
I love this notion of the edge, where two different worlds come together. It's where the most interesting ideas, creativity, and useful elements emerge. In other words, diversity, hetergeneity, are highly beneficial. Love difference and make it your own. www.instagram.com/reel/DbS7bMB...
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scribbledbysophie on Instagram: "If you had unlimited budget and time to study any one thing (unrelated to your field of work) what would it be? Mine would be Spani…"
If you had unlimited budget and time to study any one thing (unrelated to your field of work) what would it be? Mine would be Spanish.
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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 26/07/2026
Sen. Mark Kelly: "The president got into this without a strategic goal…At first this was about regime change, then it became about nuclear weapons, then about ballistic missiles, then about the navy. They're flailing."
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
My poem "Monument" has been included in Vol.19 of San Diego anthology A Year in Ink.
Poem entitled Monument by Donna Castañeda, published in A Year in Ink.Cover of A Year in Ink, Vol. 19. Cover has a large painted sunflower on it.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
A case of vast over-reach and presumption on Rubio's part. Will come to no good for Venezuela. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/11/u...
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How Marco Rubio Is Running Venezuela From Afar
The secretary of state effectively controls Venezuela’s finances, the distribution of its natural resources and its government. His grip on the country is a vivid manifestation of American power in th...
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MayhemMel! @melindameyer.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
This article is the best description of the dumpy 250th fair in Washington DC. It's a fiasco, but very much in line with dumpy's history of incompetence and total lack of taste and "cultural cluelessness." open.substack.com/pub/contrari...
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Words & Phases
‘A Golden Age’ and a ‘Great America State Fair’?!
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
We need to fight to keep funding for vital and life-saving research. The dumpy administration is seeking to cut it even more, which would be a travesty and another example of how the dumb don't understand how stupid they are. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/20/o...
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Opinion | The Science That Turned Lizard Venom Into GLP-1s Is Under Attack
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
We need to fight to keep funding for vital and life-saving research. The dumpy administration is seeking to cut it even more, which would be a travesty and another example of how the dumb don't understand how stupid they are. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/20/o...
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Opinion | The Science That Turned Lizard Venom Into GLP-1s Is Under Attack
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Texas Paul @realtexaspaul.com · 15/06/2026
Meidas Touch is reporting that a B-52 has crashed at Edward's AFB in California
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
This poem is incredible. Sooo good. open.substack.com/pub/nicolekw...
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The New Species: A Backward Evolution Poem of Trump Voters
This blistering poem names Trump’s white evangelical base as a devolved “new species,” exposing their worship, cruelty, and hypocrisy in vivid, unforgettable images.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
My poem entitled Beauty and the Interloper was just published by the Santa Clara Review, Vol. 113. See it below.
Poem entitled Beauty and the Interloper by Donna Castañeda published in the Santa Clara Review, Vol. 113. Made up of 11 couplets.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
My poem entitled Beauty and the Interloper was just published by the Santa Clara Review, Vol. 113. See it below.
Poem entitled Beauty and the Interloper by Donna Castañeda published in the Santa Clara Review, Vol. 113. Made up of 11 couplets.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Our horrible prez is stupid and soulless, cognitively and emotionally damaged. He is also ill, very ill. He needs to be ousted as soon as possible, although the repubs have turned collectively into a spine free zone.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/bl...
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Block Trump from building a giant arch in our nation's capital!
The Commemorative Works Act makes it clear that any memorials constructed on federal land in Washington, D.C. need authorization from Congress. But we need to make sure that Congress hears us loud and...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Another of dumpy's incompetent, low grade, and harmful appointees. He picks from the bottom of the barrel. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/07/u...
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Judge Voids Mass Layoffs at Voice of America
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
I have so much respect for Spain. They are the role model for the world. substack.com/@shelbyraela...
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ShelbyRae Lane (@shelbyraelane)
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
President Sheinbaum tells our prez the absolute truth. Cartels exist because of the huge market for drugs in the US. We very much need to address that. substack.com/@claudiashei...
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An Open Letter to Donald Trump
Claudia Sheinbaum’s Defiant Letter to Donald Trump
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
This article highlights the difficulties of businesses in the San Diego region and how tariffs negatively affected them. It unconscionable how the federal government cost these businesses, as well as consumers, so much due to stupidity of prez. enewspaper.sandiegouniontribune.com/html5/reader...
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San Diego Union Tribune
San Diego Union Tribune - Sat, 02/21/26
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
This is such a good expose of Krusty gnome. She practiced her goons ice tactics on native Americans in her state. She is awful. substack.com/@eyesonice/n...
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Eyes On Ice (@eyesonice)
Native American scholar Nick Estes exposes the truth about Kristi Noem
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
GirlsDoPorn mastermind ordered to pay $75.6M in restitution share.google/VYHFn6HDv5lb...
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GirlsDoPorn owner ordered to pay $75.6M in restitution by San Diego judge
Michael Pratt was sentenced last year to 27 years in prison.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
This is an example our national DOJ should use as a model for their own investigation of sexual predators. Or maybe they could hire the San Diego prosecutors to do their work for them!! Justice is possible!! GirlsDoPorn mastermind ordered to pay $75.6M in restitution share.google/VYHFn6HDv5lb...
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GirlsDoPorn owner ordered to pay $75.6M in restitution by San Diego judge
Michael Pratt was sentenced last year to 27 years in prison.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
I just donated to this important cause! Together, we can make a difference. Will you join me? networkforanimals.org/donate/give-...
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Give A Paw Emergency Drone Strike - Network for Animals
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
I'm attending No Kings's event, “NO KINGS Otay Mesa - Birch & Millenia” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
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NO KINGS Otay Mesa - Birch & Millenia · No Kings
**We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.** On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching ...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Please remember all these children who died in immigration detention in the US. Children are fragile, they get sick and die more easily than adults. They cannot be warehoused like they are now. www.instagram.com/reel/DUKTYLt...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
This needs to be projected in many places all across country. substack.com/@reallyameri...
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Really American (@reallyamerican)
Protestors in LA projected anti-ICE video onto ICE detention facility. This is a clear message of resistance. Share this widely to support this movement.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
If dems hold together they can stop the abomination of ice. Don't cave this time, don't give in. Tell your senators to rein in ICE NOW act.indivisible.org/sign/ice-out...
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Tell your senators to rein in ICE NOW
On Wednesday, January 7, Renee Good was killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Then, on January 24, Border Patrol killed Alex Pretti. These deaths were a direct...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
I didn't know when I retired in 2020 I would have to spend my retirement resisting fascism. Below is a picture of my closet with protest sign supplies.
Inside small closet with protest sign paraphernalia.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Finally dems may show some courage and actual spine. www.instagram.com/reel/DT6bU4M...
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Aaron Parnas on Instagram: "Major update: Schumer says Democrats will shutdown government as major rift emerges within Republicans."
64K likes, 2,257 comments - aaronparnas on January 24, 2026: "Major update: Schumer says Democrats will shutdown government as major rift emerges within Republicans.".
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Finally dems may show some courage and actual spine. www.instagram.com/reel/DT6bU4M...
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Aaron Parnas on Instagram: "Major update: Schumer says Democrats will shutdown government as major rift emerges within Republicans."
64K likes, 2,257 comments - aaronparnas on January 24, 2026: "Major update: Schumer says Democrats will shutdown government as major rift emerges within Republicans.".
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
I didn't know when I retired in 2020 I would have to spend my retirement resisting fascism. Below is a picture of my closet with protest sign supplies.
Inside small closet with protest sign paraphernalia.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
If dems hold together they can stop the abomination of ice. Don't cave this time, don't give in. Tell your senators to rein in ICE NOW act.indivisible.org/sign/ice-out...
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Tell your senators to rein in ICE NOW
On Wednesday, January 7, Renee Good was killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Then, on January 24, Border Patrol killed Alex Pretti. These deaths were a direct...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
As MLK day approaches it's useful to read his words again and understand the parallels between his work and life and our situation now. His wisdom is so relevant today and it inspires us still! From Birmingham to Minneapolis open.substack.com/pub/parkerjp...
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From Birmingham to Minneapolis
Bull Connor's fascist spawn are in the White House now, laying siege to America...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
As MLK day approaches it's useful to read his words again and understand the parallels between his work and life and our situation now. His wisdom is so relevant today and it inspires us still! From Birmingham to Minneapolis open.substack.com/pub/parkerjp...
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From Birmingham to Minneapolis
Bull Connor's fascist spawn are in the White House now, laying siege to America...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Please listen to this child, the daughter of Keith Porter, killed by ice goons. How many more children must be orphaned before we stop this terror in our country? substack.com/@out5p0ken/n...
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Outspoken (@out5p0ken)
My dad is dead. Please respect him. Say his name. Fuck ICE. Black Lives Matter. Justice for Keith Porter, Jr.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Please listen to this child, the daughter of Keith Porter, killed by ice goons. How many more children must be orphaned before we stop this terror in our country? substack.com/@out5p0ken/n...
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Outspoken (@out5p0ken)
My dad is dead. Please respect him. Say his name. Fuck ICE. Black Lives Matter. Justice for Keith Porter, Jr.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
Joined the protest against ice today in Chula Vista, CA. I am proud my community steps up at this time in our country. We see each other coming out and it gives me hope. Loved the creative signs people brought, including this pretty Afghan dog.
Afghan dog sitting on sidewalk with sign tha say Afghans Against ICE.
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
I'm attending Indivisible's event, “Ice Out For Good -Chula Vista” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...
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Ice Out For Good -Chula Vista · Indivisible
Wednesday, January 7th, an American citizen was killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This killing is part of a broader pattern of unchecked violence, impunity...
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Donna Castañeda @dcastanedamccarty.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
WATCH LIVE Watch the inspiring final state of the state speech by Governor Newsom. We live in the most amazing state with so much accomplished so far. What Newsom did for California he will do for the country if he is ever president. www.kpbs.org/news/politic... Brought to you by KPBS
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WATCH LIVE: Gov. Gavin Newsom delivers his final State of the State address
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is set to deliver his final State of the State address to lawmakers in Sacramento on Thursday.
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Rachel Armes-McLaughlin @mother-poet.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
In 2020, Renee Nicole Good won the Academy of American Poets Prize for that year. I have linked the #poem below. Today, ICE murdered her in cold blood in front of her wife. We will honor you, Renee, and we will not be silent. #ReneeNicoleGood
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2020 Academy of American Poets Prize
On Learning to Dissect Fetal Pigs by Renée Nicole Macklin
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