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Paul Birkeland

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Working hard to be of service and leave no trace, to help build a more just and verdant world for all who follow.

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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 1m
I'm attending Seattle Indivisible's event, “GENERAL STRIKE: SEATTLE STRIKE LAUNCH EVENT” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve... @cascadiadaily.com @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiademocratic.bsky.social
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GENERAL STRIKE: SEATTLE STRIKE LAUNCH EVENT · Mobilize
**Celebrating the official launch of Seattle Strike and the national coalition, USAStrike.net** When Trump attempts to interfere with the midterms, a coalition of Seattle area groups will be ready wi...
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 1h
Join us for a discussion of how we win the midterm election and keep it. Everyone will have a role to play in this historic effort to defend our rights. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve...
Seattle strike logo above the title "GENERAL STRIKE: SEATTLE STRIKE LAUNCH EVENT"

Sunday, October 11
3-5pm PDT
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
October 17th we march at #NoKings to be seen. November 3rd we vote to be heard. And if need be, we #strike so we aren't ignored. Join us: www.seattlestrike.org
Lady Liberty's face with the words, "Vote to be heard. March to be seen. Strike to unite." below. SeattleStrike.org in the bottom right.
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
This is why it's important for us all to join together and #TakeAStand against this administration. Are you ready to join us? www.seattlestrike.org #RiseUpShutItDown #strike
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Seattle Strike is part of a national coalition wielding economic power as a bold red line against fascism and Trump's attacks on our democracy.
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
We are asking the Seattle Strike community to support Starbucks workers as they fight for a fair contract. Together we are strong 💪 #BoycottStarbucks
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@amybisinthewoods.bsky.social 🍄🍄‍🟫 @amybdogsandfungi.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Protecting the midterms means preparing to strike. Join us.@seattlestrike.bsky.social seattlestrike.org
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Seattle Strike is part of a national coalition wielding economic power as a bold red line against fascism and Trump's attacks on our democracy.
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Will you sit by as ICE continues to shoot people in the streets? Or will you take a stand? Remember, power ultimately lies with the people.
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
We’ll continue our work with targeted strikes and boycotts as we build towards a massive general strike that will be needed to counter Trump’s attempt to rule as a king.
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
When Trump attempts to interfere with the midterms, a coalition of Seattle groups will be ready with our most potent tools - the overwhelming power of a strategic general strike in conjunction with coordinated, peaceful, mass civil disobedience.
Seattle Strike
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50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
When workers fight back against the billionaires & of one of the largest megacorporations in the world, instead of caving in to their demands, we must stand in solidarity with them. That's why 50501 is proud to join workers to #BoycottStarbucks until baristas win a fair union contract!
Boycott Starbucks.

No contract?
No coffee.

Period.

Boycottstarbucks.net
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Want to learn more about us and join in our work? Check out our website! www.seattlestrike.org
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SeattleStrike.org
Seattle Strike is part of a national coalition wielding economic power as a bold red line against fascism and Trump's attacks on our democracy.
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We are excited to announce the newest addition to our strike coalition: @seattleindivisible.bsky.social ! We look forward to collaborating with them as we prepare locally and nationally to take a stand against the attacks from the Trump Administration
Seattle Indivisible
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Andrew Engelson @andyengelson.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Finally had a chance to read the Seattle city legislation passed last week that extends civil right protections to polyamorous, asexual, and pansexual people and folks in multi-generational and extra-nuclear families. And all I can say is I'm so proud to live in Seattle.🥹
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
@seattlestrike.bsky.social @cascadiadaily.com @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Yep. I keep telling people this. Plastic surgical equipment? Plastic milk jugs and bags? Plastic ground covers and irrigation hose in agriculture? Shortages of these will have much more impact than gas prices.
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
I think we’re making the wrong case against AI. If we instead wrung our hands because AI might recognize the destructiveness of fossil fuels and autonomously shut down pipelines and refineries to save the planet, or if we argue that
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
None of this will be easy. Please join us by signing up for our email action alerts and our secure chats on Signal where we organize. Your voice is needed! www.seattlestrike.org
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Seattle Strike is part of a national coalition wielding economic power as a bold red line against fascism and Trump's attacks on our democracy.
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
@cascadiadaily.com @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiademocratic.bsky.social Here we go, Cascadia! And we are getting connected to Twin Cities, Houston, Portland, and LA! If you are looking for something to do besides marching, this is it!
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Seattle Strike @seattlestrike.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Along with our partners, we will bring the American economy to a standstill until our demands are met. We are drawing a red line to protect our rights and our future as a country.
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
"If someone has designated a day to appreciate you and your work, you are underpaid and need a union."
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Thanks for this, Andrew. Glorious reminder of what we miss in using foreign, colonialist names for the land - and I would say beings - around us in this beautiful place we call home, Cascadia.
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Such a long time coming, but I’ll take it!
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Money on the Left @moneyontheleft.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
In a fascinating historical turn, Hasegawa walks through the founding of the Bank of North Dakota over a century ago, revealing how the agrarian movement behind the bank actually drew inspiration from progressive public ownership projects underway in Seattle at the time.
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The Fight for Public Banking with Washington State Senator Bob Hasegawa (In the Loop: Revolutionizing Public Finance, Ep. 3)
In this episode, hosts Tyler Suksawat, Will Beaman, and Scott Ferguson sit down with Washington State Senator Bob Hasegawa to explore his nearly two-decade campaign to establish a public bank in Wa…
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Not to mention that this is also a key component of strengthening our democracy.
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Cascadia(PNW) @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
We need public banking to become more independent from the feds 💯
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rich-id.bsky.social @rich-id.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
I'm attending Disappeared in America's event, “Seattle: Justice for Lorenzo and Johan, Justice for All Community Vigil” - sign up now to www.mobilize.us/disappearedi...
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Seattle: Justice for Lorenzo and Johan, Justice for All Community Vigil · Disappeared in America
We gather in Seattle to honor Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastian Guerrero—two workers whose lives were taken by ICE. Join us for a peaceful vigil as we mourn together, uplift their names, stan...
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Cary Moon @carymoon.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
This talk was great. A state bank in WA could bring many benefits - cost savings, reduced interest rates, the ability to invest public deposits toward shared goals, & return profits to the public purse. There is tremendous power in owning our own bank. Hope legislators find the courage to do it.
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
We should be asking why Washington continues to give its deposits to speculating investment banks and fascists. We can keep them in state and do so much more for ourselves. this is not a new innovation!
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Cascadia(PNW) @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Truth. On both counts. @cascadiajournal.bsky.social
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Our next WA Supreme Court will be deciding a lot of important cases. And the majority is up for grabs this year! Ballots are coming your way. Vote!
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Let's not be afraid of doing this more frequently and in greater numbers everywhere. Spontaneous outrage scares Trump and company.
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Let's not be afraid of doing this more frequently and in greater numbers everywhere.
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Cascadia Journal @cascadiajournal.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Advocates sue to daylight ICE prison plans in Oregon, Seattle wants to blast roads between its salmon-killing dams on the Skagit, and where to see outdoor arts performances across #Cascadia: www.cascadia-journal.com/cascadia-tod...
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Cascadia today: Will ICE expand in OR? Seattle to blast roads to help salmon get past dams + free summer arts in Cascadia
Good morning to everyone except ICE. Just days after ICE killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, CNN reports that ICE has shot and killed another person in Maine today. Meanwhile, ICE finally and q...
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
If you are in Seattle, I hope you will attend the vigil for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. Aside from the injustice and the tragedy of this murder, ... @cascadiadaily.com @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiademocratic.bsky.social
Community rally and vigil for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, murdered by ICE in Houston. Monday, July 13, 5:30-7:30 PM. Meet at New Freeway Hall. Procession to Columbia Park & Rally 5:30-6:30 pm. Vigil 6:30-7:30 PM. Need a sign? Make on at Freeway Hall 4:30-5:30 PM
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
If you are in Seattle, I hope you will attend the vigil for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. Aside from the injustice and the tragedy of this murder, ... @cascadiadaily.com @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiademocratic.bsky.social
Community rally and vigil for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, murdered by ICE in Houston. Monday, July 13, 5:30-7:30 PM. Meet at New Freeway Hall. Procession to Columbia Park & Rally 5:30-6:30 pm. Vigil 6:30-7:30 PM. Need a sign? Make on at Freeway Hall 4:30-5:30 PM
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Cascadia(PNW) @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Please take the time to watch:
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Time for a general strike. Get involved. Www.SeattleStrike.org
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Rich Jackman @bldgcommunity.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Plus the service is just better. I've banked with BECU for years and they are awesome. I'm sure other credit unions are good too, but when did you hear someone give a commercial bank an unsolicited plug?
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Absolutely. If you're looking for a way to fight the fascists where it hurts, quit your bank and join a credit union. BECU has regular accounts, business accounts, mortgages, business loans, and everything else you need. Stop loaning your money to fascists. Move to a credit union.
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Devin Hermanson @devinher.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
...stages 10 protests every week and has mobilized thousands. Now we're doing our part to get progressives registered in purple states and planning for a national general strike. I think all of this is great experience I can bring to govt. www.devinhermanson.com/bio
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About — Devin for Congress
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
You say you want a revolution? @cascadiadaily.com @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiademocratic.bsky.social
You’re Invited!

Seattle Strike General Meeting

The People have the power. 
But only if they organize to use it!

Join us for planning, discussion, and actions to build toward a General Strike.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: CAL ANDERSON SHELTER HOUSE
1635 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

Bring your ideas, outrage, and energy. Be ready to get out of your comfort zone and roll up your sleeves.
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Just dropping this here for @volts.wtf www.nytimes.com/2026/07/05/b...
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The Revenge of the Philosophy Majors
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Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal @jayapal.house.gov · 04/07/2026
I came to this country from India at 16 with nothing in my pockets. Now, I am proud to be a U.S. citizen and Member of Congress. This 4th of July, we celebrate America – a country that has always been and will always be a land of immigrants.
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Opinion | The Country I Love (Published 2017)
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Reposting this 8 min slide show explanation of a general strike for anyone who missed it. Please spread it around. @cascadiadaily.com @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social @cascadiademocratic.bsky.social
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Paul Birkeland @fromthemargins.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
You say you want a revolution? @cascadiadaily.com @cascadiarevolting.bsky.social @cascadiajournal.bsky.social @cascadiademocratic.bsky.social
You’re Invited!

Seattle Strike General Meeting

The People have the power. 
But only if they organize to use it!

Join us for planning, discussion, and actions to build toward a General Strike.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: CAL ANDERSON SHELTER HOUSE
1635 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

Bring your ideas, outrage, and energy. Be ready to get out of your comfort zone and roll up your sleeves.
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Chris Kluwe @chriswarcraft.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
This is the actual truth of Independence The willingness to stand up to tyranny and say “I am willing to sacrifice what I have” Start thinking about what that might look like for you
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