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--always learning --35 treasured years w/ students; former NBCT; PLP CommunityLeader/Coach; coauthor, The Connected Educator --now volunteering w/ @thirdactorg. All views expressed on this platform are my own.

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Kyle Griffin @kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 3h
Ohio's early in-person voting has drawn nearly four times as many voters as it did at the same point in the 2022 midterms, according to data from the Ohio secretary of state's office.
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Ohio early in-person voting nearly quadruples from 2022 midterms
Nearly 195,000 Ohioans have voted in person as of Oct. 13, compared with about 50,000 at the same point in 2022. But mail ballot requests are down as Ohio’s closely watched Senate and gubernatorial ra...
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Bill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 9h
Hey! Australia is first nation to formally endorse the drive for 300 million solar rooftops across our planet. We can do this! www.globalsolarcouncil.org/news/austral...
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Australia backs plan to double the world's solar homes to 300 million by 2030
Australia has become the first country to endorse a global plan to double the number of homes with rooftop solar by 2030 as part of the 300 million solar homes initiative, putting household solar in t...
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Third Act Wisconsin @thirdactwisconsin.bsky.social · 7h
This editorial in Cap Times names Third Act's endorsed Candidate! captimes.com/opinion/edit...
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Editorial | Ben Gruber sees rural Wisconsin as a legislative priority
Editorial: Despite many chances to offer policies to respond to this ongoing Wisconsin crisis, GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany stayed silent.
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Third Act Washington @thirdactwashington.bsky.social · 6h
It was great to hear from WA State Supreme Court Justice Theo Angelis at our member meeting last night. Please, when you're filling out your ballot, take a look at our recos for justices who will help protect our rights: thirdact.org/washington/2...
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Midterm Spotlight: State Supreme Court Races
The primary election is August 4 and the general election is November 3. Here’s our analysis and endorsement for each race: Position 1: We endorse Colleen Melody. Melody was appointed to...
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 6h
Mansfield, thank you for allowing me to join you in worship this weekend at Latter Rain Church of God in Christ.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 12h
Glad to be with friends at Central State University's Homecoming.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 10h
Ohioans are working harder than ever to pay the bills but their health insurance costs keep climbing. When Jon Husted had 9 chances to lower health care premiums, he voted against it every single time.
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Third Act NC @thirdactnc.bsky.social · 23h
"It would be highly ironic if the first action Congress took after an election largely defined by opposition to data centers would be to make it easier to build them.” @billmckibben.bsky.social www.foodandwaterwatch.org/press/2026/1...
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185 Groups Slam Permitting Reform’s Sweetheart Deal for Data Centers
"Congress must reject this cynical industry-backed effort to force data centers on America and get to work on protecting the public, not the tech billionaires.”
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 13h
Before you fill out your ballot, get to know what's on it. Go to vote411.org to learn about the candidates, the offices they're running for, Early Vote center and polling place info, important deadlines, and Ohio-specific election rules.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
It's always great to be with my friend Rep. @shontelbrown.bsky.social in Cleveland!
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
I’m coming for you, Ohio! Join me in Cleveland on October 24 for a rally to support @amyactonoh.bsky.social, @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social, and Democrats up and down the ballot. Hope to see you there:
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Fighting for Ohio Rally with President Barack Obama · Ohio Wins
Join President Barack Obama, Sherrod Brown, and Amy Acton as we fire up Ohio voters and kick the final stretch of the 2026 election into high gear. On Saturday, October 24, we’ll be in the heart of E...
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thirdactco.bsky.social @thirdactco.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Making the Decent the Enemy of the Desperate billmckibben.substack.com/p/making-the...
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Making the Decent the Enemy of the Desperate
Or perhaps vice-versa--some notes on permitting reform
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Third Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Delivered today: A letter & press release in opposition to the permitting legislation known as the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026. @thirdactorg.bsky.social is among the original signatories. @biologicaldiversity.org @greenlatinos.org @foodandwater.bsky.social
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185 Groups Slam Permitting Bill’s Sweetheart Deal for Data Centers
Center for Biological Diversity: WASHINGTON— A coalition of 185 community, labor, climate and environmental justice organizations today urged congressional leaders to oppose anti-environmental permitt...
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Rebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
"Today, a vast array of online platforms—misogynistic porn, crypto, sports-betting and prediction markets, masculinity influencers, and right-wing and racist propaganda—gnaws through minds, hearts, and souls on its way to wallets."
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Rebecca Solnit’s (Mis)Adventures in the Manosphere
The writer, historian, and activist explores an America where the right has turned hatred of women into an ever-expanding, multi-platform Internet grift.
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ddmaries.bsky.social @ddmaries.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
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Join us in Chesterland, OH for an event with Dr. Amy Acton!
Please join Janet & Terry Carson, Branden Burns, April Carson, Eric W Hummel, Kathy Leavenworth, Jim Mueller, John & Nancy Patterson, Bonnie B Rose, Tom & Kathi Tagliamonte, Dr. Mark Rood & Robin Rood...
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Third Act Wisconsin @thirdactwisconsin.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Looking great! Let's put a person who cares about a healthy Democracy and Climate in office.
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Whether you're voting by mail or early in person, Ohio gives you options ⚖️ 🔒 Voting by mail is secure and accessible ⏰ Early voting is NOW OPEN through Nov. 1! 🗓 Deadlines matter - know these key dates for vote by mail 🇺🇸 Election Day is Tuesday, November 3 #Vote #OhioVotes #VoteByMail #EarlyVoting
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Please join us Wednesday, October 14 at 6pm for the October Fair Districts-Fair Democracy Huddle. This Huddle will focus on the tsunami of attack ads and the money spent on advertising during this election by candidates as well as dark money groups RSVP: here: commoncause-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
On today's Cincinnati Edition: Voter ID, election security and everything you need to know before you vote, with: *Jen Miller, executive director, League of Women Voters of Ohio *Brian Sleeth, director, Warren County Board of Elections www.wvxu.org/show/cincinn...
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Voter ID, election security and everything you need to know before you vote
We answer your questions ahead of the midterm election.
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lani ritter hall @laniritterhall.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
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Ohio voters are deeply concerned about corruption, poll shows • Ohio Capital Journal
Yet another poll — this one in Ohio — shows that a huge majority of voters hate corruption and would vote for candidates who oppose it.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Jon Husted recklessly gave away billions of dollars to bring data centers to our state. Now, Ohioans are paying the price.
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Third Act Maine @thirdactmaine.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Via Molly Schen, Third Act Maine Co-leader on Facebook yesterday - "Canvassing with Maine Dems today—and Bill McKibben. What a treat to walk a few miles with Bill." #vote #voteblue #thirdactmaine @thirdactorg.bsky.social
four members of Third Act Maine pose with Bill McKibben, founder of Third Act Four of them, including Bill are wearing our new bespoke t-shirts created by Little Chair Printhing of Augusta. They are gold and feature our name and logo. Hey, remember to vote!! and vote early if you can.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Proud to stand with Ohio’s farmers.
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lani ritter hall @laniritterhall.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
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Commentary: The mound next door: A celebration of the Ohio mound builders for Indigenous Peoples' Day • Ohio Capital Journal
When I enrolled at Ohio University in Athens, I had no idea that ancient burial mounds built by Indigenous peoples were next door to my college, in a nearby hamlet called The Plains. I graduated from ...
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Save Ohio Parks @saveohioparks.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Libraries are just as important as public schools-- especially in rural areas. They offer books, but also community events, and most importantly, issues experts called librarians. Support them.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Jon Husted has voted 14 times to continue the reckless Iran war as gas and grocery prices continue to rise. I’ll vote to end the war the first chance I get.
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
'Ohio does it right': Local boards of elections say the midterms will be free and fair by Lilley Halloran www.wvxu.org/politics/202...
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'Ohio does it right': Local boards of elections say the midterms will be free and fair
Election officials in Butler, Warren and Clermont counties say they must all follow the same process before, during and after an election to ensure ballots are kept safe.
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Week 2 of Early Voting continues! Ohioans can vote at our Early Voting locations Monday - Friday this week, from 8am - 5pm. Make sure to have your valid, government issued photo ID with you when you go. To find your county's Early Voting location, go to ohiosos.gov/directories/...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
"data center industry is incredibly capital-intensive, is pulling in an enormous amount of investment, and in so doing is crowding out investment in the rest of the economy. Other things equal, the net effect will be to displace around 10 million jobs. That’s a lot, even for America."
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Will AI Crowd Out Jobs?
A different and alarming take on the economic risks
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Third Act Maine @thirdactmaine.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Third Actors in Monument Square 10/10 with some important messages to Maine voters; Marcia Taylor & Nancy Anderson sing “Vote ‘Em Out” by Willie Nelson, and "Let's make it too big to rig, vote early!" #vote #MEpolitics
Nancy Anderson (left) and Marcia Taylor (right, with guitar) sing “Vote ‘Em Out” by Willie Nelson on 10/10 day in Monument Square as a couple of gentleman look on in the background. It's a chilly day so everyone is bundled up. Marcia is wearing her green Third Act ball capA member of Third Act Maine holds a sign reading "MAKE IT TOO BIG TO RIG VOTE EARLY" he's standing on the sidewalk in Portland Maine wearing his blaze orange Third Act hat and there's a matching blaze orange umbrella at the sea green cafe table behind him.
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Third Act Rhode Island @thirdactri.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
New fascinating study: older adults who voted had a 45% lower risk of dying within five years than nonvoters, even after adjusting for health and income. A link, not proof of cause. Still, one more good argument for people to vote! 🗳️ sp2.upenn.edu/voting-is-linked-to-living-longer/ #Vote #ThirdActRI
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Voting is linked to living longer | Penn SP2
A new study co-authored by Penn SP2's Femida Handy finds that voting is linked to a lower mortality risk among older adults.
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Rev Yearwood @revyearwood.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Culture is who we share language, behaviors, and values. What you value shows up in what you do for work, in your leisure, and in your community. It's time for all of us to stand up, using culture, to fight the climate crisis.
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Bill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
My mom, age 96, has voted in every election since 1952. Be like her! Get your ballot in now! @thirdactorg.bsky.social
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Third Act Maine @thirdactmaine.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Last month, Third Act Mainers from across the state met at Viles Arboretum for our annual gathering focused on the urgent need to get out the vote for the midterm election. Click through to find out what YOU can do. @thirdactorg.bsky.social #VOTE #voteclimate thirdact.org/maine/2026/1...
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If not now, when? If not me, who?
Last month,  Third Act Mainers from across the state met at the Viles Arboretum in Augusta on September 17th for our annual gathering focused on the urgent need to get...
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
If you want to know who Jon Husted is fighting for, just look at who’s fighting for him: -$116,000 from an Epstein Co-Conspirator -$175,000 from Big Oil -$636,000 from the data center industry -$679,00 from health insurance companies -$3.5 million from FirstEnergy -$30 million from Big Tech
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Dr. Amy Acton @amyactonoh.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Ohio farmers do more than put food on our tables. They create jobs, support local businesses, and keep our rural communities thriving. I want the next generation of Ohio farmers to have the resources they need to succeed.
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Ramaswamy made his money through a scam. That's not success; it’s corruption. This election is the big chance in our lifetime to do something about the people who think politics is just there to enable ever bigger personal grifts.
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Ohio, we know what’s at stake in this election. This year, mail-in ballots need to be received by Election Day. Send it in at least 10 days early or drop it off at your county Board of Elections to make sure your vote is counted.
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Cut it, credit it or kill it? Ohio governor candidates split on plans for state’s income tax by Jeremy Pelzer www.cleveland.com/news/2026/10...
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Cut it, credit it or kill it? Ohio governor candidates split on plans for state’s income tax
Amy Acton, Don Kissick, and Vivek Ramaswamy have very different ideas about what to do with Ohio's income tax, from offering targeted tax credits to eliminating it altogether.
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Since the last time Ohioans voted for members of Congress, 12.5% of us are in new US Congressional districts. Statehouse districts are different for many, too. To see if your districts have changed, go to findmydistrict.ohiosos.gov
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League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Ohio's early voting continues this week 🗳In-person voting hours: 8a to 5p, Monday thru Friday this week at your county Board of Elections 📬 Vote by mail: County Boards of Elections are sending absentee ballots to voters who request them. Vote by mail voters should request & return their ballots ASAP
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Third Act Washington @thirdactwashington.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Community eases stressful times — join us on Zoom next week If you’re like us, you’re at your wits end with the drama tsunami of the Trump Administration. It’s too much to deal with alone, and that’s why we hope you’ll join us at our all-WA State members meeting. thirdact.org/washington/e...
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TAWA All-member Meeting: A Peek Behind the Curtain with Supreme Court Justice Theo Angelis
Please join us for our next member meeting on October 13 from 4:00 – 5:00PM. We’ll give brief updates on our election and clean energy efforts, and then be joined...
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thirdactco.bsky.social @thirdactco.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
A long line of people waiting to enter Brighton City Council, before a public comment session concerning data center moratoriums. The city passed a year long moratorium on data centers!
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
"Global warming is making the strongest hurricanes stronger, a 5% increase in hurricane winds yields about a 50% increase in damage: Hurricane damage increases exponentially with an increase in winds"
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How climate change worsened Hurricane Isaias » Yale Climate Connections
Climate Central says climate-warmed Gulf waters made Isaias’s winds 7 mph stronger than they otherwise would have been. This would result in over a doubling of the hurricane’s damages, because of the ...
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Third Act Oregon @taothirdactoregon.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Lots of Oregon legislators there, too...
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Sherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Honored to be with @shontelbrown.bsky.social for her 2026 Legacy Celebration with friends and community leaders across Cleveland.
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
If Americans view, clip, share, and permanently enshrine an American public killing in a million ways on the internet, we will move towards fascist rituals of violence. snyder.substack.com/p/four-wrong...
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Four Wrongs of a Public Execution
Psychological, Historical, Political, and Ethical (Video and Text)
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
#TeslaTakedown Rockville MD #Vote #VoteEarly
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lani ritter hall @laniritterhall.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
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Four Wrongs of a Public Execution
Psychological, Historical, Political, and Ethical (Video and Text)
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