Reposted by Joel TooleyAmy Nemmity @amy.wrestlejoy.com · 25/01/2026Nurses are pissed. This is on the front page of the nursing subreddit, along with many discussions about it on several other posts. 12953682014
Reposted by Joel TooleySkye @simplyskye.bsky.social · 24/01/2026Reminder: ICE’s budget has not been renewed — the House voted, but not the Senate — It will take 10 Democratic votes to stop it Pressure your senators 30089592584
Reposted by Joel TooleySenator Amy Klobuchar @klobuchar.senate.gov · 25/01/2026Republicans need to take a stand. This is an assault on the Constitution. 1st Amendment: peacefully assemble. 2nd Amendment: Alex Pretti was a lawful gun owner. 4th Amendment: unreasonable search and seizure. You can’t call yourself a defender of liberty if you won’t defend it when it counts. 3523871
Reposted by Joel TooleyThe Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 25/01/2026Here’s TMZ with a headline every outlet that cares about the truth should have. www.tmz.com/2026/01/24/n... 332132125002
Reposted by Joel TooleyAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 25/01/2026Walz: "To Americans who are watching this, I've got a question for you: What side do you want to be on? The side of an all powerful federal govt that can kill, injury, menace, & kidnap its citizens off the streets? Or on the side of a nurse at the VA hospital who died bearing witness to such govt?" 8694996114596
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 25/01/2026Are you attending No Kings's event, “Eyes on ICE: Document and Record”? www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...mobilize.usEyes on ICE: Document and Record · No KingsOn Saturday, federal agents horrifically shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who cared for veterans, in the Eat Street neighborhood of south Minneapolis after brutally beating him in... 000
Reposted by Joel TooleyHeather Cox Richardson (TDPR) @hcrichardson.bsky.social · 22/01/2026Whatever is in the Epstein Files is so explosive that the leaders of the Department of Justice are openly breaking the law every day to keep us from seeing it. (Just a reminder amongst all the other stuff flying around.) 644243438271
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 22/01/2026The Law Enforcement Immigration Task Force has credible leaders with credible data which supports the claim that when immigrant communities and law enforcement trust each other, crime goes down and communities are safer. Without trust of police, crimes go underreported & communities crumble. #LEITF 000
Reposted by Joel TooleyThe Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 22/01/2026There’s no reforming this 575171407192
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 22/01/2026Is the immigration mayhem a little too reminiscent of Apartheid and Gestapo-esque roundups? Too similar to the attacks against the MLK marches? Here’s something we ALL can do. Call your representatives: wechoosewelcome.quorum.us/campaign/153... #WeChooseWelcomewechoosewelcome.quorum.usProtect our CommunitiesAdd Safety & Accountability to ICE Funding (FY 2026) 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 29/12/2025It’s the 5th day of Christmas— I cannot WAIT for those five golden rings!media.tenor.coma man wearing a gold necklace and bracelets is holding a bracelet that says ' a 'ALT: a man wearing a gold necklace and bracelets is holding a bracelet that says ' a ' 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 24/12/2025“All is calm, all is bright” may be referring to when the scissors glide through the Christmas gift wrap without snagging or tearing the paper.media.tenor.comtwo sesame street characters are standing next to each otherALT: two sesame street characters are standing next to each other 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 28/10/2025In a day when so much of our attention regarding immigration is drawn to the intentional chaos of the US executive branch, it’s good to be reminded of a better way forward. The Forum gave us these guiding principles earlier in 2025 — let’s share them with Congress! forumtogether.org/article/immi...forumtogether.orgImmigration Principles for a Stronger AmericaThese principles elevate our nation’s security, economic strength and compassion. We believe these are vital principles for any leader working for an orderly, secure and humane immigration system. Fo... 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 26/10/2025The family VonTrapped youtu.be/jV9mEkvJAbE?...youtu.beEdelweiss for Today: Epstein Files; A Sound of Music Challenge for TrumpYouTube video by Shirley Șerban 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 23/10/2025Working 22 hour days?! Getting only two hours of sleep can lead to severe health risks, including impaired cognitive function, mental health issues, increased risk of accidents, and a higher likelihood of developing serious chronic illnesses over time. 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 23/10/2025#CreativeResistance @wechoosewelcome.bsky.social actionbutton.nationbuilder.com/share/SPK-QE...actionbutton.nationbuilder.com#TakeAction with ActionButtonActionButton helps people take quick action to create powerful change. 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 27/08/2025Have you seen the newest US Dept. of Labor advertisement? 010
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 05/08/2025www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...reuters.comUS could require up to $15,000 bonds for some tourist visas under pilot programThe U.S. could require bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot program launching in two weeks, a government notice said on Monday, an effort that aims to crack down on visitors who overstay their visas. 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 05/08/2025Nobody likes asking for help...but we all need to. It's good for us to lose (or reduce) our arrogance. It's also VERY good for us to help others; it's part of what makes being human truly BEAUTIFUL. Here goes: I need help. www.caringbridge.org/site/063ab02... #JoelKemia #Leukemia #CMLawarenesscaringbridge.orgCaringBridgeHelp ensure no one goes through a health journey alone. 020
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 05/08/2025Basically, the plan under the Trump administration is to now decimate tourism (on top of education, construction, education, agriculture, medical care, global dignity, and the economy). I somehow misunderstood what they meant by “Make America Great Again” 😒 120
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 20/07/2025“Agree to disagree” is for stuff like who’s got the best french fries. Not ICE kidnapping and trafficking immigrants who are responsibly showing up at immigration court. #NoKings #ImmigrationReform 011
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 16/07/2025The #DignityAct (HR 4393) was reintroduced this week with strong bipartisan support. Progressives will hate it and MAGA will especially hate it — telling me it’s probably where America needs to land, with 8 out of 10 people agreeing we need immigration reform. immigrationforum.org/wp-content/u...immigrationforum.org 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 14/07/2025Since so many of those losing their protections served alongside U.S. forces, we should honor that service by upholding our promise to provide safety...” - Jennie Murray, CEO of National Immigration Forum #AfghanAllies #Veterans immigrationforum.org/article/remo...immigrationforum.orgRemoving Protections for Afghan Allies Disrupts Communities and Undermines American BusinessesWASHINGTON D.C. — Today, an estimated 11,000 Afghans with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are losing deportation protection and legal work authorization. This represents one of the first TPS designa... 010
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 12/07/2025I confess, I have been praying that all of these fascist, kidnapping, evil hearted humans will be filled with despair, dread, and misery; that their families will feel strained, and that everything in their life will be marked by upheaval and disruption. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. 120
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 01/07/2025The frog is in the proverbial pot of boiling water. Nazi-fascist ideology is so readily prevalent; yet so many Americans don’t even bat an eye. 010
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 01/07/2025One cannot help but wonder how pleased with all of the Republicans America’s Nazis must be. 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 22/06/2025Should the International Olympic Committee should ban the United States from participating in the Olympics due to its fountain of human rights violations? #Olympics 010
Reposted by Joel TooleyScott Shapiro @scottjshapiro.bsky.social · 22/06/2025I’ll say it again: It was a huge mistake for Congress to abolish itself. 203250664232
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 22/06/2025… Authoritarianism contributes to collapse when it: • Suppresses dissent and innovation. • Centralizes power to the point of brittleness. • Fails to respond to social/economic crises. • Provokes mass resistance or war. This administration has charted their course. #AuthoritarianTrump 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 22/06/2025… • Cambodia • Argentina • Chile • Libya • Iraq • Syria • Venezuela …and next up, America. 🧵 2/3 100
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 22/06/2025We have seen authoritarianism collapse huge empires throughout history: • Rome • Qin Dynasty • Byzantine Empire • Spanish Empire • Russian Empire • Nazi Germany • Fascist Italy • Imperial Japan • Francoist Spain • Yugoslavia • USSR • Zaire 🧵1/3 110
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 15/06/2025The evangelical cults that continue to support MAGA, Trump, and all the unChristlike twistedness that goes along with them MUST be the focus of efforts to undo extremism. 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 15/06/2025Praying with our friends in Nor’n Ireland for a swift, peaceful resolution to the riots — praying for healing for the young woman whose assault was a trigger — and justice for those who are stirring hate. PSNI 'working night and day' to catch riots suspects www.rte.ie/news/ulster/... #UlsterPeacerte.iePSNI 'working night and day' to catch riots suspectsPolice say they are working "night and day" to catch those involved in rioting in Northern Ireland, a senior officer has said. 010
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 15/06/2025Train up a child in the way they should go…so, so proud of my kids for taking a stand! #NoKingsDay 010
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 06/06/2025HOW TO HELP: ➡️ Share with others — Caring Bridge: www.caringbridge.org/visit/joelto... ➡️ Donate if you can 🔗Cashapp: $JoelTooley 🔗 Venmo: Joel-Tooley 🔗 Zelle: 3524607353 or prtooley@gmail.com #joelkemia #LeukemiaAwareness #HealthcareHelp #GoFundMe #Gratitudecaringbridge.orgCaringBridgeHelp ensure no one goes through a health journey alone. 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 06/06/2025But a big income drop means we’re now $850/month short on healthcare costs. Please consider helping us bridge this gap. Every gift makes a difference! HOW TO HELP: 🧵 100
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 06/06/2025MIXED NEWS: 💊 Treatment is working. 👣 Physical Therapy and strength training are helping, too! After my visit to Moffitt Cancer Center (our girls came with me 😭❤️🩹), I’m overcome with gratitude— my leukemia treatment is working — the lowest numbers yet 🙌 #Joelkemia 🧵 110
Reposted by Joel TooleyThe Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 25/05/2025JUST-RELEASED GEORGIA TEEN Ximena Arias-Cristobal: “Even having the right paperwork doesn’t mean anything anymore with the presidency we have now… just being Hispanic you’re a target.” More: www.timesfreepress.com/news/2025/ma... 22275582997
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 25/05/2025Just heard a Jamaican proverb in Sunday School (tying into the Bible lesson): “If your neighbor’s beard catch fire, wet yours.” Any ideas on what it means? (I’ll let you know if you’re close) 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 20/05/2025We must ensure that vulnerable children are protected and supported by any means necessary. #UAC #Immigration #Children 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 20/05/2025The National Immigration Forum has released an updated overview and report of this program immigrationforum.org/article/unac...immigrationforum.orgUnaccompanied Alien Children - 2025 UpdateUpdated April 2, 2025; March 24 & 25, 2025 Background By definition, an unaccompanied alien child (UAC or UC) is a minor – under the age of 18 — who has arrived in the U.S. or at the border without a ... 100
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 20/05/2025The stories these kids have lived are often saturated in trauma — we did our very best to protect them, offer healing, and safely reunite them with family. 100
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 20/05/2025We hired some of the best social workers, caregivers, mental/physical health professionals, and teachers; my parents even took on the challenge of the kitchen! 100
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 20/05/2025MISSING CHILDREN? After an increase in unaccompanied children arriving at the US/Mex border in ‘12, Mosaic Compassion opened a high-skilled shelter for vulnerable children. 101
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 19/05/2025Speaking of "cognitive ability..." If I was one of his advisors, I'd HIGHLY encourage him to stop throwing around suggestions of cognitive ability evaluations. 010
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 19/05/2025"Americans do not want our immigration system to undermine the rule of law. We look forward to working with leaders on approaches that uphold fairness and due process." #WeChooseWelcome #ImmigrantsAreWelcome #Immigrants 🧵4/4 000
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 19/05/2025"Due process is essential to keeping American communities safe and immigration processes orderly," said Jennie Murray, President and CEO of the National Immigration Forum. "This bedrock American value protects all of us." 🧵3/4 100
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 19/05/2025A Bullfinch Group and National Immigration Forum survey of 1,200 adults, including 1,000 registered voters, found that after reading a brief definition of due process, 63% of adults supported the constitutional right for anyone facing deportation, vs. 23% opposed. The remaining 14% were unsure. 🧵2/4 100
Joel Tooley @joeltooley.bsky.social · 19/05/2025Americans Agree: Everyone Should Have the Right to Defend Themselves from Deportation [The National Immigration Forum, Washington DC] By a 40-point margin, Americans support the opportunity for people facing deportation to make their case and defend themselves. #DueProcess #Deportation 🧵 1/4 100