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Gordon Hilton @gordograss33.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Billy Strings St Augustine 4/3/26

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Bluesky Fanatic @blueskyfanatic.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Renee Nicole Good Executed in cold blood by Trump’s ICE agents on January 7, 2026. Rest in peace. May your executioner be found guilty and receive the death sentence. ==============

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Gordon Hilton @gordograss33.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Sierra Ferrell from The Amp in St Augustine last night

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Keith Soltys @ksoltys.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

From last night's concert, here's Dead and Company playing a very tasty rendition of Wharf Rat with Billy Strings adding some much needed fire to the mix. youtu.be/8sNOFxdKB1U?... #music, #DeadandCompany, #GratefulDead

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Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

United Farm Workers President Teresa Romero - Two years ago, we invited all 100 senators to work in the fields. Only two of them accepted: Alex Padilla and Cory Booker.

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Chris Bianchi @bianchiweather.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Absolutely incredible view of the earlier Westcliffe tornado! This vantage point is simply amazing. Wow times a million! 📸: Rick Sandoval #COwx

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

A new generation of Democratic leaders is stepping into the spotlight—organizing, winning races, and reshaping the party’s future with new energy and a new message. But will the establishment they're challenging allow them to rise? Read more here:

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Young Leaders Are Ready To Take The Democratic Reins—Will The Establishment Let Them?

This is the energy the Democratic Party needs

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National Jug Band Jubilee @jugbandjubilee.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

When your work life and your personal life collide in a sad & beautiful way. A Presbyterian pastor ministers to bluegrass star Billy Strings without knowing how famous and beloved he is. pcusa.org/news-storyte...

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The right place, the right time, with the right heart

LOUISVILLE — The Rev. Hannah McIntyre, the pastor of Pisgah Presbyterian Church in Versailles, Kentucky, says what she did Friday morning for a distraught man who showed up at the door of the church i...

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Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

a woman just trying to get home gets shot

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Eric Flynt @eflynt.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

If anyone needs a reminder of what January 6th looked like:

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Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

AOC: "We need to be talking about ICE agents and the cowardly policy of covering their faces

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Yodamonkey @yodamonkey2.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

150 vetted friends to make here. Please give them a repost as well. Linda💞🧑‍🦼💞 go.bsky.app/RjJBSj9

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Radio Free America @radiofreeflorida.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

“Those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent revolution inevitable.” ~ John F. Kennedy #RadioFreeAmerica

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Seth Abramson @sethabramson.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

90% of those Donald Trump sent to a death camp in one of the poorest countries on Earth have NO CRIMINAL RECORD in the United States or anywhere else. So what distinguishes any of us from those poor souls now imprisoned for life in a disgusting gulag run by a sadistic dictator?

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

This is terrifying in America. ICE agents are showing up masked—these abductions must stop. If you’re going to detain someone, show your face, present a warrant, and proper ID. Disappearing people from their families without evidence or accountability isn’t law enforcement—it’s state-sponsored fear.

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JamBase @jambase.com · 10/04/2025

👀 A 20-minute Bill Monroe cover featuring a jam on a #Phish classic? Just another Wednesday night for Billy Strings. Listen/watch Strings' visit to Tampa's Yuengling Center #billystrings #bmfs ... www.jambase.com/article/bill...

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Billy Strings Takes Rare Bill Monroe Cover Deep With Phishy Twist In Tampa

Billy Strings dusted off "Old Dangerfield" during his Wednesday night concert at Tampa's Yuengling Center and extended the Bill Monroe cover for nearly 20 minutes.

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Gordon Hilton @gordograss33.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

A little "Ride Me High" from Billy Strings in St Augustine.

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Gordon Hilton @gordograss33.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Billy Strings from St Augustine Friday 4/3/25 🔥

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Ernesto @ernest33141.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Thank you Senator Cory Booker 🇺🇸💙🇺🇸 #Justice @booker.senate.gov

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Gordon Hilton @gordograss33.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

We all could use a laugh these days. Heard about the MAGAt who was upset with "The liberal cesspool that is Columbia University" for allowing male and female students to openly matriculate together 😂

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

Musk plans to fire 7,000 Social Security Administration employees while calling Social Security “the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time.” However, Americans have paid into the system their entire working lives!

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Not even hiding it.

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#BlueStormComin1🌪️🦋🇺🇸 #Resistance 🦋🙌🏻 #Blues @bluestormcomin1.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Looking for people I haven’t boosted recently for tomorrow nights parties. You MUST be following me and your numbers reflect you will follow back. Comment boost. Like post ❤️ Repost 🔂 in order to be eligible #BlueStormBoosts #BlueStormConnects

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Mehdi Hasan @mehdirhasan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Jeff Bezos will be censoring progressive opinions at the Washington Post. He says so himself today. So ditch the Post and support independent journalism: Zeteo.com/subscribe

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

The Capitol Police arrested a group of peaceful protesters who demonstrated today in the Cannon House Office Building against the Trump’s decision to freeze foreign aid and lay off thousands of USAID workers. The president has made his message clear: disagree with them, and they will come after you.

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Anonymous @youranonjd.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

🚨 Stay Prepared, Stay Empowered! We’ve created a Citizen Guide to help you navigate extreme situations like Martial Law- not to alarm, but to inform. 🌐💡Again - not sounding an alarm, just informing. Print it out or save it offline so you can access it anytime, even without the internet.

1. Introduction to Martial Law
What is Martial Law?
Martial law is the temporary imposition of direct military control over civil functions or the suspension of civil law. Governments may declare martial law during emergencies such as natural disasters, war, or civil unrest. However, misuse of martial law can undermine democratic rights and civil liberties.
Legal Foundations of Martial Law:
In many countries, martial law can only be declared under specific conditions and often requires approval from the legislative branch. In the United States, for example, the Posse Comitatus Act limits the use of federal military personnel in enforcing domestic policies.
Potential Misuses of Martial Law:
Throughout history, martial law has been misused to consolidate power, suppress dissent, and restrict civil freedoms. Citizens should be aware of their rights and prepared to respond to unlawful declarations of martial law.
2. Historical Examples of Martial Law
- United States (1863): President Lincoln suspended habeas corpus during the Civil War.
- Poland (1981): Martial law used to suppress political opposition, leading to mass protests.
- Philippines (1972): Marcos declared martial law, leading to human rights abuses.
- Myanmar (2021): Military coup imposed martial law, sparking international condemnation.
- South Korea (2024): President Yoon declared martial law in response to escalating tensions. [Read More](https://www.csis.org/analysis/yoon-declares-martial-law-south-
korea

3. Understanding False Flag Events
A false flag event is an act committed to appear as though it was carried out by another party, often used to justify extreme government measures.
Historical Examples:
- Reichstag Fire (1933): Used by Nazi Germany to consolidate power.
- Gulf of Tonkin Incident (1964): Led to increased U.S. involvement in Vietnam.
4. Citizen Response to Illegally Declared Martial Law
Legal Actions:
- Consult constitutional lawyers and civil rights groups.
- File lawsuits to challenge unlawful orders.
- Document human rights violations with time-stamped evidence.
Community Organization:
- Build local support networks for food, shelter, and information.
- Establish safe meeting points and alternative evacuation routes.
- Organize peaceful protests and advocacy campaigns.

5. Why Decentralized Networks Matter
In times of crisis, especially under martial law or internet blackouts, centralized communication channels may be censored, monitored, or shut down. Decentralized networks allow for peer-to-peer communication, protecting privacy and ensuring information flow even when traditional channels are compromised.
**Setting Up Now is Crucial:**
- Pre-install decentralized apps and tools.
- Familiarize yourself with offline communication methods.
- Establish local communication groups using decentralized platforms.
Recommended Platforms:
- **Briar**: An app that uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, even without internet access. [Briar Website](https://briarproject.org)
- **Mesh Networks**: Establish local networks that bypass centralized control.
- **Serval Mesh**: Designed for disaster scenarios, allowing phones to communicate without infrastructure. [Serval Project) (https://www.servalproject.org)
- **goTenna Mesh**: A popular off-grid communication tool using small devices that pair with smartphones. [goTenna Website](https://www.gotenna.com)
- **TOR & VPNs**: Mask identity and evade government firewalls.
- **The Onion Router (TOR)**: A highly secure browser that anonymizes internet activity. [TOR Project] (https://www.torproject.org)
- **ProtonVPN**: A widely trusted VPN service with a strong commitment to privacy.
[ProtonVPN](https://protonvpn.com)
- **Mastodon**: A decentralized social media platform that allows users to communicate without centralized servers. [Mastodon Website](https://mastodon.social)
- **Session**: A decentralized messaging app with end-to-end encryption. [Session
Website](https://getsession.org)

6. Emergency Actions Checklist
- Stockpile essential supplies (food, water, medicine).
- Back up important documents and store in a secure location.
- Establish encrypted communication channels with family and community.
- Know your legal rights and how to contact civil liberties organizations.
7. Resources and Contacts
Key Organizations:
- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): www.aclu.org
- Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF): www.eff.org
- National Lawyers Guild: www.nlg.org
- Amnesty International: www.amnesty.org
Hotlines and Legal Assistance:
- Civil Rights Emergency Hotline: 1-800-555-1234
- Legal Aid Society: www.legalaid.org
- Freedom of the Press Hotline: 1-888-123-4567
8. Websites and Further Reading
- Freedom of the Press Foundation: www.freedom.press
- International Civil Liberties Monitoring Group: www.iclmg.ca
- Center for Constitutional Rights: www.ccrjustice.org
- Privacy International: www.privacyinternational.org

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David M. Perry @lollardfish.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Please read and share. But especially share with folks that might not realize how critical Section 504 is to so many people. I tried to write a simple clear explanation at the break. I hope it reaches some people who aren't already on our side. Gift link: www.startribune.com/why-are-repu...

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Why are Republican states trying to overturn a pillar of disability rights?

They may not be successful in repealing Section 504 as part of the attack on treating gender dysphoria, but it begs the question of what they might come for next.

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Bill @bill-maxwell.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Please reply with a 💙 if you have less than 2k followers. Please repost this if you have more than 2k. This will help me make more good starter packs.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Ooooh well played.

A screenshot of text stating:
"The University of Colorado took down its main D.E.I. webpage, and posted a new page for an Office of Collaboration."

The text suggests that the university has replaced its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I.) webpage with a new office focused on collaboration. The emphasis on this change might indicate a shift in policy or branding regarding diversity initiatives.

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Kyle Cheney @kyledcheney.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

UPDATE: Judge CHUTKAN has called a 4pm hearing on the lawsuit over Elon Musk's authority to run DOGE.

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emmym73.bsky.social @emmym73.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Yes please!🙏

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Stardust 🌏🎬 @stardustbluepr.com · 11/02/2025

"Pope Francis took the remarkable step of addressing the U.S. migrant crackdown in a letter to U.S. bishops in which he appeared to take direct aim at Vice President JD Vance’s defense of the deportation program on theological grounds."

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Pope rebukes Trump administration over migrant deportations, and appears to take direct aim at Vance

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis issued a major rebuke Tuesday to the Trump administration’s plans for mass deportation of migrants, warning that the forceful removal of people purely because of their ille…

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Katy sings train songs @katysings.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

There’s lots of video of Billy Strings performing Here Comes the Sun on Saturday 2/8/25. Here’s mine. What you can’t hear is the collective gasp and then exhale of the entire crowd. It was a sweet surprise.

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Maxwell Frost @maxwellfrost.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

We are members of Congress at the Treasury Department. We want to be let in to provide oversight on behalf of our constituents. @jasmineforus.bsky.social @sethmagaziner.bsky.social

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Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

I think it already is. But seriously. Don’t call them names. We want the door open for them when they realize the mistake they made. We are for a better America. Not a vindictive America

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Jack Hopkins-The Original @therealjackhopkins.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Anyone who has ever been in the military knows that if it happens on your watch, you own it. It was YOUR responsibility. No Commanding Officer wants to hear jack shit about what the guy on the watch before you did if the event in question happened on YOUR watch. So, thank you, DJT, for $7 a dz eggs.

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