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ACLU @aclu.org · 12/02/2025

BREAKING: We're suing the Trump administration to allow immigrants they are detaining at Guantánamo Bay to access legal services. It is unprecedented and illegal for the president to ship people away from the U.S. and strip them of access to a lawyer.

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Mary @maryfrfr.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

This breakdown of Kendrick's performance was exactly what I was hoping to find and explains why it was so damn good. Can't wait to watch it again.

From Walter Ward on FB (1/4):

Alright, for those who might not have the cultural context or aren’t deep into hip-hop, let me break it down for you.

First, Understand This:

Kendrick Lamar is a master of double—and often triple—entendres. That’s what makes him one of the greatest artists of this generation. That’s why he walked away with five Grammys last week and, even more impressively, a Pulitzer Prize a few years ago—something no other rapper had achieved before him.

The Opening Move:

Kendrick didn’t just start his performance with any lyrics; he opened with a line from Dead Prez’s song “Propaganda,” which itself is a reference to Gil Scott-Heron’s legendary poem “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised.” That wasn’t accidental. That was a declaration. What he was saying—before the music even really started—was that this moment was bigger than hip-hop. This was about something revolutionary. That was the thematic foundation for everything that followed.

From Walter Ward on FB (2/4):

Layer One: The Kendrick vs. Drake Battle

This is the surface-level read, the most obvious meaning: Kendrick vs. Drake. If you’ve been following the battle, this was a definitive checkmate. The entire performance was structured as if Drake was watching TV—essentially reducing him to a spectator while Kendrick took center stage. But this beef isn’t just about two artists throwing shots at each other. It’s about authenticity vs. manufactured culture.

Kendrick represents something raw, something real. And in a system that wants Black culture but not Black people, he stood there as the embodiment of the real thing. That’s why Samuel L. Jackson’s character’s comments mattered. He was emphasizing what Kendrick has been saying all along—this isn’t just about rap battles, it’s about the integrity of the culture itself.

From Walter Ward on FB (3/4):

Layer Two: Us vs. The System

Now, let’s take a step back and look at the bigger picture. Kendrick performed at the Super Bowl, the pinnacle of American entertainment, with Sam Jackson dressed as Uncle Sam, while literally standing in front of a divided flag.

He called out “The Great American Game” while being in the middle of the biggest game in America.

The Squid Game/PlayStation controller symbols weren’t just cool visuals—they were a nod to how the system tries to control and manipulate people.

The main song? “Not Like Us.” Over and over, he hammered the idea that he is not playing the industry’s game.

And then the final moment? “Game Over.” A mic drop on the entire performance. He wasn’t just talking about Drake. He was talking about the larger system itself: You don’t control me. You don’t control the culture.

From Walter Ward on FB (4/4):

Layer Three: Patriotism by the Marginalized

Here’s the part that might go over some heads. The most patriotic people I know? They look like me. They’re from communities that have been pushed aside but still believe in what America could be. Especially the civil rights generation—the ones who fought, bled, and suffered because they believed in the promise of America.

Did you catch the flag?
At first, it was divided.
Then, it was rebuilt—but only because of the people literally holding it up.
The entire stage was filled with an all-Black cast, backs bent, carrying the weight.

That wasn’t accidental. That was a statement. We are just as much a part of this country as anyone else. There’s a narrative that protest, that calling out injustice, is anti-American. But in reality? It’s the most American thing you can do.

The Takeaway:

This wasn’t just a performance. This was a multi-layered message wrapped in artistry, symbolism, patriotism and culture. Kendrick reminded everyone—especially those outside of hip-hop—that this moment was bigger than just music. It was about identity, power, and the ongoing fight to be seen, heard, and respected.

If you missed it, go back and watch it again. Every detail meant something.

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Ken Klippenstein @kenklippenstein.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Intelligence officials are starting to leak to me now too. Here’s a memo Defense Intelligence Agency personnel received instructing them to suspend observances including: - Holocaust Remembrance Day - MLK Day - Juneteenth

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

aside from spreading the word in person, i can only think of maybe posting papers in populated areas or posting to apps like nextdoor that are locally based. could be more that im not thinking of though

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Christoph Fischer Photography @beautysurroundsyou.com · 23/01/2025

It took me more than 4 years to capture a scene I could only dream of. A magnificent Condor soars above the peaks of Argentina's Mount Fitz Roy, as they are spot lit in beautiful morning light. 🪶 #bluesky #photography #landscape #birds #nature #landscapephotography #naturephotography #travel #scape

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

MIDWEST HISPANIC AMERICANS: i can’t say how accurate it is, but i’ve heard from a few places that ICE is being spotted around olathe, ks and springfield, mo so know your rights and safety plans. and stab two tires if u see them!! they only have one spare

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

not necessarily, but a lot of people have hit or miss experiences with it since books are sold by individual sellers

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

saw this last night and wanted to join with my own answers 💙📚

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

apparently bluesky is working on making their own photo-sharing app called flashes! but i’ve also seen some people mention pixelfed as a good alternative :)

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

both can coexist <3 i use libby and visit my library a lot, but i and many others like having personal copies of our favorite books (or books that risk being banned from libraries)

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

#booksky: if you like thrifting books and use thriftbooks, i highly recommend switching to betterworldbooks! they have similar prices and actually donate part of their profits to literary/literacy initiatives and libraries! they also use their profits to help donate books to those in need. 💙📚

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

it looks like bundles of white thread, i love it

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⋆˙⟡ crypt keeper ⚔️🪦 @kyreads.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

As the U.S. shifts into a volatile political landscape targeting critical thinking, I want to share an important reminder to the #booksky community: The only way to preserve literature is by collecting physical copies. I know, Kindle users, it sucks—but your digital copy can be deleted any time.

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Chy @chyhere.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

For Booksky 📚 ❌ Goodreads: owned by Amazon. ✅ StoryGraph: black woman-owned, inclusive, has mood based recommendations! ❌ Audible: owned by Amazon. ✅ Libro.fm: supports local books stores.

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

i fully deleted tiktok—theres no point going back to it now, and its not worth it. with all the d-sucking emphasis being put on trump and the subtle censorship that people are already noticing, its best to just abandon it like all the other meta apps 😬

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Randi O. @randibobandi.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Support your local library!💜📚✨ #booksky

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koi @koimarie.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

based on the other replies, it looks like i have a new book to add to my TBR

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