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Martha H Schumacher

@heardandunderstood.bsky.social
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Traveler, hiker, dancer, political wonk. Lover of funk and Motown, animals wild and domesticated, and observational humor. Host of Glad You Asked©. Dedicated to listening before speaking, hearing before acting, and learning while teaching. DC/MI/Global.

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4fuxake @blueheartedly1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
If you're angry about the men at Cornell University, wait until I tell you about the men in the White House, the Pentagon, health and human services, and on the Supreme Court.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 30/09/2026
I for one think it’s bad that the president can just say crazy stuff all day every day and 99% of it doesn’t make the news because we’ve normalized having an insane president
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Pinks📨 @pinksglobal.net · 30/09/2026
If you know someone is being raped, abused, or exploited, silence is not neutrality. Speak up. Report it. Get help. Fifty-seven people can sit in a group chat and say nothing—but every person who knows has a choice: protect the silence, or protect the victim. #Pinks ✨
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LynnZ 🦋 @zizij.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
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Democrats Abroad Canada @demsabroadcanada.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Sadly we don’t get ‘I Voted’ stickers when we #votefromabroad. But here are some graphics that might work. Share on social media, and tag us. Or post a picture of you and your ballot. Show us you voted! 🗳️ 🇺🇸 @demsabroad.bsky.social
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MS NOW Public Relations @msnowcomms.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
JUST IN: @ms.now posts double-digit, year-over-year growth across all dayparts this quarter 🏆 Only cable news network to grow viewership in September; 10 straight months of growth 🏆 Records 4 billion views on YouTube & TikTok combined year-to-date pressroom.versantmedia.com/ms-now/press...
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Norm Eisen @normeisen.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
BIG WIN for making the Epstein Files public Judge Kollar-Kotelly grants summary judgment to us at @democracydefendersfund.org Orders DOJ to get busy giving us the docs. We will hold their feet to the fire!
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
When historians reflect on this regime, cruelty will be the word most often used to define it. www.commondreams.org/news/trump-dep…
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'Monstrous' US Deportation Hearings for Children Who 'Have No One' Shock Consciences | Common Dreams
Children as young as 3 facing deportation orders without legal representation in immigration court hearings. How can we
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Pinks📨 @pinksglobal.net · 30/09/2026
Every survivor of rape deserves to be heard—not only the ones whose stories are easy to understand, perfectly remembered, or comfortable to believe. Listening should not depend on who they are, who harmed them, or how long it took them to speak. #Pinks 💖✨
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🎀FANCY🎀 @fancysplace.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
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Kelly @justkelly.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
She was doxxed by a Chi Phi alum who implored his followers to “help a Chi Phi.” Just in case anyone thought that organization was remotely redeemable.
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Dr. Princess Vimentin PhD | Cancer Biologist @princess-vimentin.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Apparently people are trying to doxx Cornell’s Jane Doe. I have never felt so concerned about a Jane Doe in my entire life. I am shaken. It is so incredibly difficult for women to pursue justice. Sexual assault causes higher PTSD rates than war. This excerpt is by Rebecca Solnit.
former Marine David J. Morris, author of a book on post-traumatic stress disorder, notes that the disorder is far more common and far more rarely addressed among rape survivors than combat veterans. He wrote me, "The science on the subject is pretty clear: according to the New England Journal of Medicine, rape is about four times more likely to result in diagnosable PTSD than combat.
Think about that for a moment-being raped is four times more psychologically disturbing than going off to a war and being shot at and blown up. And because there are currently no enduring cultural narratives that allow women to look upon their survival as somehow heroic or honorable, the potential for enduring damage is even greater."
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Zack Whittaker @zackwhittaker.com · 30/09/2026
The Pentagon is notifying millions of current and former U.S. military servicemembers and staff that hackers stole their *unencrypted* personal information during a months-long data breach. The agency that had the breach also handles ID and login/credential access to U.S. military systems and bases.
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Hackers stole millions of US military personnel records during months-long data breach | TechCrunch
The Department of Defense notified millions of current and former U.S. military personnel that their personal information had been stolen in a months-long breach.
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Miaganga @miaganga.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
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Martha H Schumacher @heardandunderstood.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Thank you for all you do @abdulelsayed.bsky.social, and for being on the right side of history. Appreciate you! ✊🇺🇸💙 #MichiganBlueWave 🌊
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Nothing better than the Michigan State Fair🐄🎪🌽🎟️🐔
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M Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Of Course, We Know Their Game...
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
“60 Minutes” — once a fearless national treasure — has been largely gutted. Over a year ago, I appeared on “60 Minutes” because I trusted the leaders of CBS to report the news with honesty and bravery. That will be my last appearance on the show. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/my-o...
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My open letter to David Ellison
You argued that the American people have misjudged you — that they are wrong about what is in your heart and mind. I want to be clear: I don't care what you think or feel. What I care about is your ac...
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Mike Rogers helped architect legislation to EXPAND the opioid epidemic. Why? He took money from big pharma. Corporate, captured, and cowardly.
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Reuters @reuters.com · 14/09/2026
Oprah Winfrey says Sphere show is culmination of her life's work reut.rs/4Ai9Gvk
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Oprah Winfrey says Sphere show is culmination of her life's work
U.S. media pioneer Oprah Winfrey will stage a series of live performances at the Las Vegas Sphere in 2027 that she ​says represent the culmination of decades spent encouraging self-discovery and personal growth ‌through television, publishing and live events.
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Martha H Schumacher @heardandunderstood.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
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Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 14/09/2026
Your regular reminder: If the Russians stop fighting, the war ends. If the Ukrainians stop fighting, their land will be occupied, their leaders will be killed, their history and language will be erased, their children will be kidnapped to serve Russia.
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Today on 9/11, we remember and honor the lives that were taken from us in a terrible act of terrorism. Nothing can justify the murder of innocent civilians. Nothing. 1/
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 11/09/2026
25 years ago, terrorists killed nearly 3,000 people, including 2,753 New Yorkers. As we remember that terrible day, let us also remember the first responders, office workers and strangers who ran toward danger to help each other.
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💋SassyAss💋Sister🔥🔱ValkyrieQueen🔱❤️‍🔥🥷Resistance Fighter👊 📎 @sassysister27.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
❤️ Sweet Velveteen! This beautiful girl needs a chance! She came in very fearful & avoidant but has slowly warmed up to staff, she loves playing fetch w/handlers & running around the yard. She’s slowly starting to trust again! ❤️ She Needs A Hero! NE Coast Heroes Open your ❤️ to Velveteen! 🙏 Share
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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 11/09/2026
This handshake says a hell of a lot. Giuliani said Mamdani shouldn’t even be at Ground Zero. Today, Mamdani walked up and shook his hand. That’s leadership. 📌 Mamdani released 170K+ pages exposing what NYC officials knew about the toxic air after 9/11, including during Giuliani’s administration.
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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
"Women are TOO EMOTIONAL to be president!!!!!"
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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
This should be on the front page of every newspaper tomorrow.
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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
What kind of person tries to make one of our Nation's greatest tragedies all about themself? #Pathetic
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 11/09/2026
Shanah Tovah, New York! Wishing all Jewish New Yorkers celebrating a sweet, joyful and meaningful Rosh Hashanah. Here’s to a new year filled with health, happiness and blessings (and yes, even another Knicks championship).
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Stevie Bennett @steviebennett.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Nailed it
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Seth Abramson @sethabramson.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Deliberately crashing the American economy—costing American families well over $5,000 each—and then promising to pay those families back $5,000 but *only if* they keep letting him abuse them and the country for two more years... ...is some *seriously* dark, domestic-abuser shit.
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Mike Rogers left his home in Florida to try to get to Michigan and somehow ended up in Dallas...let's help him out!
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Come Home, Mike
Help Mike Rogers find his way from Florida back to Michigan. He hasn't managed it yet.
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Martha H Schumacher @heardandunderstood.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Rusty Stahl is a #SectorProtector. A true advocate for the nonprofit workforce, he brings his passion to our new epi of #GladYouAsked. I know you'll find his energy + zeal as contagious as I do! Tune in to learn how you can be a 🦘not a 🐢! ✊🇺🇸💙 glad-you-asked.captivate.fm #activelistening #democracy
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Martha H Schumacher @heardandunderstood.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Am I showing up with empathy, apathy, or a little of both? Where on the scale of empathy to apathy do our actions land? #NnekaAllen says that sympathy may be the bigger challenge. glad-you-asked.captivate.fm To go deeper into this month's Qs, join us gratis on www.patreon.com/cw/GladYouAsked. 💜
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Jim Robert @mollygrub.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
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Sunshine @sunshine-fishie.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
I’m visiting friends and this cutie is going to accidentally get in my car when I leave. 💕🐾🐶😃💙
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Megan S @uwmeg97.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
If you’ve ever wanted a dog that looks like a husky but you live in a place with size limitations and you’re not excited about all that hair… meet Lily! She’s a blend of 26 breeds but her coloring is all husky! She’s my latest foster and is available 1/2 way between Seattle and Portland.
Looks like a husky will probably be 30lbs at the very most!
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Martha H Schumacher @heardandunderstood.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Terrifying. Goes hand in hand with the #tradwife movement. 🤮
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💙🏳️‍🌈 Kh’ymm (aka Goldie) 🏳️‍🌈💙 @thegoldfishmind.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
This makes me physically ill. What is wrong with these women? Yes, they are all white. Dang, the cult brainwashing is strong in these evangelical families. I mean seriously, this is beyond Waco Koresh Jim Jones Manson shit! Something has to give. This is so wrong. #Pinks
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Dr. Mar @boldnewme.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Jimmy Kimmel nailed another one. Enjoy.
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Fight 4 Democracy Continues @politically.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The Access Hollywood Tape should've ended his career (politically or otherwise)
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Niall Harbison @niallharbison.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
I wasn’t sure if George would remember me or how we would be looking. Delighted the community have followed our education plan for them and he looks like a million dollars ❤️
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Reality Winner @reazlepuff.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
I know things are bad but please don't pass up adopting that puppy or kitty that you've been thinking about. My house and my rescue foster network are so full that we are passing up on lives that we could save because adoptions have trickled to a stop in 2026. And we're not the only rescue affected.
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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 31/07/2026
This is King Max. He was found as a stray with a broken leg. X-rays showed the fractures are already healing, meaning surgery is no longer the best option. He now needs weeks of ongoing care, including regular X-rays and repeated splint changes. You can help him below ❤️‍🩹 1510.fan/kingmax-bsd
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Eric Levi @drericlevi.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
I remember the day I had to run to the ICU to do a slash tracheostomy at 1 am on a COVID positive patient with multi-organ failure and airway obstruction. I remember the fear and confusion. I remember the helpers and the teamwork.
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Robert Garcia @robertgarcia.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Dr. Fauci is one of greatest medical minds of our time. His work has certainly saved millions of lives around the world. During the COVID pandemic, he along with the world’s best doctors and scientists raced to create a vaccine and stop an epidemic.
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