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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Looking to interview someone who is a big fan and regular player of #padel in the United States. Anyone? Feel free to email me: melanie@meledits.com (and I can explain more by email). Thanks!

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#StetChat @stetchat.com · 20/05/2026

Join our upcoming #StetChats live at 4–5 p.m. ET / 1–2 p.m. PT here on Bluesky! 📆 June 3, 2026: LGBTQ+ Inclusive Language 📆 June 17, 2026: Red Flag Roulette 📆 July 1, 2026: Managing Distractions! 📆 July 15, 2026: The Value of Editing Put #StetChat on your calendars so you don't miss it!

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Here Washington Post, as a journalist and editor, I corrected your paragraph for you. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

I've just heard great things about #sciwri25 and I'm intrigued! Any announcement on location and dates for #sciwri26?

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Did you know girls and women are more at risk for concussions & may have a longer recovery? Here's what you need to know as your kids head back to school. brainwisemedia.com/girls-are-more-at-risk-for-concussions/ And check out our entire concussion package at brainwisemedia. com

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Girls Are More at Risk for Concussions - BrainWise Media

Girls’ body type, physiology and other factors may increase concussion risk—and lead to a longer recovery.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Heartbreaker. I hate that because of Haliburton's injury, it will always be a "what if?" We ❤️ you, Pacers.

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onion person @junlper.beer · 22/06/2025

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

Well, besides the fact that bombing Iran is illegal, cruel, pointless and stupid ... Trumpster just put a lot of U.S. military personnel at risk because Iran WILL bomb U.S. bases. I hope you Trumpers feel manly now because that's really what's important. But yes, tell me how women are so emotional.

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Rep. Jim McGovern @repmcgovern.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

This is insane. Trump just bombed Iran without Congressional approval, illegally dragging us into war in the Middle East. Have we not learned our lesson!?!? Congress must return to Washington at once to vote on Rep. Thomas Massie’s War Powers Resolution to stop this madness.

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Jon Cryer @mrjoncryer.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

If Iran is close to a nuclear weapon it is because Trump pulled out of the the deal we had with them. This is a crisis entirely made by Trump.

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Allison Gill @muellershewrote.com · 22/06/2025

We’ve bombed Iran. And dismantled our joint terrorism task force. And sent a third of the FBI to help ICE. And gutted the National Security Council. And a drunk guy is in charge at the pentagon. And our intelligence allies probably won’t share intel with us. Because people couldn’t vote for a woman.

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Seth Abramson @sethabramson.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

Trump will soon speak to the nation about the unprovoked war crime of unilateral war that he just illegally ordered. Every word out of his mouth will be a lie. He will lie about history, about intel, about Israel, and about his own interests. He will lie to ALL our faces. 🤬

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Seth Abramson @sethabramson.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

The man who just gleefully detonated 30,000-pound bunker-busting bombs across multiple sites in Iran—who as recently as 48 hours ago lied and said he would spend the next two weeks in diplomatic negotiations with Iran—now says it’s time for peace So how do you think that will go

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Molly Knight @mollyknight.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

The Dodgers announce they are donating $1 million toward direct financial assistance for families of immigrants impacted by recent events in the region, with more announcements to come.

LOS ANGELES - In partnership with the City of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Dodgers have committed $1 million toward direct financial assistance for families of immigrants impacted by recent events in the region.
The Dodgers and the City of Los Angeles have a proven ability to get financial resources to those in critical need, most recently seen in their efforts to aid victims of the January wildfires. Through our support of the city's efforts, the Dodgers will encourage those organizations in a similar position to use their resources to directly support the families and workers who have suffered economic hardship.
In the coming days, the Dodgers intend to make additional announcements with local community and labor organizations, including the California Community Foundation, the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor and others who are directly supporting our communities to aid youth and families with food insecurity, basic essentials and mental health services.
"What's happening in Los Angeles has reverberated among thousands upon thousands of people, and we have heard the calls for us to take a leading role on behalf of those affected," said Stan Kasten, President & CEO, Los Angeles Dodgers. "We believe that by committing resources and taking action, we will continue to support and uplift the communities of Greater Los Angeles."

with food insecurity, basic essentials and mental health services.
"What's happening in Los Angeles has reverberated among thousands upon thousands of people, and we have heard the calls for us to take a leading role on behalf of those affected," said Stan Kasten, President & CEO, Los Angeles Dodgers. "We believe that by committing resources and taking action, we will continue to support and uplift the communities of Greater Los Angeles."
"I want to thank the Dodgers for leading with this action to support the immigrant community of Los Angeles," said Karen Bass, Mayor of Los Angeles.
"These last weeks have sent shockwaves of fear rippling through every neighborhood and have had a direct impact on our economy. My message to all Angelenos is clear: We will stick together during this time and we will not turn our backs on one another
— that's what makes this the greatest city in the world."

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Scott Shapiro @scottjshapiro.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

If you’ve got a badge and a gun but think your actions are shameful enough to need a mask, you should quit.

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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

In this month's digital issue of BrainWise, we focused on #aphasia — something you may never have heard of until beloved actor Bruce Willis was diagnosed with it. I had the pleasure of writing about the Sing Aphasia choir. brainwisemedia.com/aphasia-choi...

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Aphasia Choir Connects People Globally - BrainWise Media

The online Sing Aphasia choir provides therapy and camaraderie for a condition that can be quite isolating.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Look at that headline. If you are, or have ever been, in the U.S. military, what would you do if sent to face unarmed U.S. citizens on U.S. soil? This is not a democracy. www.yahoo.com/news/trump-d...

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Trump Is Deploying the Marines Against U.S. Citizens

It is flagrantly illegal, of course. He’s doing it anyway.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

OH MY GOD. Never count out the Pacers. #HoosierGirl #Pacers The difference watching this team? I was never nervous or depressed during the game, even though we were down the entire time until 0.3 seconds. As Tyrese said: "Basketball is fun."

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

Having weird perimenopause symptoms? Not sure what is happening or where to turn? I feel ya, so I wrote a perimenopause and HT 101 story for my client, BrainWise. This has been expert reviewed, so I hope you find it helpful. Please share! brainwisemedia.com/perimenopaus...

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Perimenopause—More than Just Hot Flashes - BrainWise Media

Women going through the menopause transition should understand what is happening to their bodies—and how they can safely treat symptoms.

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News Eye @newseye.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

MAGA’s in meltdown, Those snowflakes can’t cope. So raise a glass to the cardinals, For our…

A screenshot of a tweet by Laura Loomet which says in block capitals:
WOKE MARXIST POPE

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Megyn Kelly's Brisk Emotional Adjustments to News of the New Pope: In Three Acts.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

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Perimenopause—More than Just Hot Flashes - BrainWise Media

Women going through the menopause transition should understand what is happening to their bodies—and how they can safely treat symptoms.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Indiana's lt. governor is about as racist as they come: Here he is defending that Black people were considered 3/5th of a person. Listen how he doesn't really explain the "3/5th compromise" but encourages people to "study history," knowing they won't. He knows exactly what he's doing.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Freelance writers: Join me at the online Growth Without Burnout Summit May 6-9. An amazing lineup of 24 speakers to help you reach your goals. The summit is free, but there's a VIP Pass too. Free: www.growthwithoutburnout.co?affiliate=de... VIP: www.growthwithoutburnout.co/vip-pass-sal...

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Lauren Groff @legroff.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Fellow authors, I love you, and I know it feels like we don’t have a choice, but B&N and Am*zon both scheduled sales this week to preempt Independent Bookstore Day, a hugely vital source of income for indie bookstores. Please don’t promote their sales; please promote your local indie this week.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

I know many freelancers are struggling right now — and I won't pretend I have all the answers, but Michelle Rafter and I had a wide-ranging conversation in my latest podcast episode about keeping your business going during tough times. I hope it sparks some ideas! meledits.com/206-how-to-s...

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Steven T. Dennis @steventdennis.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

I've covered Van Hollen since circa 1999. He's actually not a "grandstander." In his first Congressional bid, he was the workhorse vs the showhorse. He out-hustled Mark Shriver who had far more money and had been on the cover of Time Magazine as a next-gen Kennedy. He won with an army of volunteers.

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Eileen Clancy 🧿 @clancyny.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

You know the *only* reason he got out so fast was a reporter live posted about this for hours. And, a large amount of public pressure. Every time someone gets grabbed, there has to be a robust public response immediately.

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southpaw @nycsouthpaw.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

With these posts, they’ve made it essentially inarguable that they’re deliberately defying the Supreme Court.

WH tweet annotating a NYT headline to insert the claim that Abrego Garcia is never coming back.

WH sharing story with AG Bondi saying Abrego Garcia is never coming back

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LorennaCleary.bsky.social @lorennacleary.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

There is nothing comforting about “I’m just as scared as you” coming from the legislative branch that’s supposed to keep checks and balances on the executive. While she thought it was relatable, it is actually mortifying.

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Ben Collins @bencollins.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

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From The Onion:

Historians: Quibbling Over Exact Definition Of Concentration Camp Sign Of Healthy Society

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Being your own boss and finding work right now can be tough. On today's Deliberate Freelancer, Michelle Rafter & I chat about how to survive these turbulent economic (and otherwise) times. Free on your favorite podcast app!

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

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Source of the Spring @sourceofthespring.com · 17/04/2025

Moorenko's Ice Cream owner Susan Soorenko is seeking a buyer for her business so she can focus on recovering from ongoing medical issues caused by being hit by a car last year.

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Moorenko’s Ice Cream for Sale as Owner Faces Ongoing Health Challenges

Moorenko's Ice Cream owner Susan Soorenko is seeking a buyer for her business so she can focus on recovering from ongoing medical issues caused by being hit by a car last year.

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CatWoman @catwomanresists.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

JD Vance is such an embarrassment. Look at him trying to hold up the trophy of The Ohio State championship football team. He fucking broke it! What an embarrassment!!

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

I've come across several people over the last year or so self-diagnosing Complex PTSD. So, I decided to look into what CPTSD is AND what it isn't. My new article for BrainWise ... Please share if you find it valuable. brainwisemedia.com/what-is-comp...

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What Is Complex PTSD? - BrainWise Media

Complex post-traumatic stress disorder is a type of PTSD thought to be caused by ongoing trauma in childhood.

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

I'm confused: Married women who took their husband's name won't have names that match their birth certificate. That includes a lot of married Republican women—the GOP doesn't want to give them the vote? They want to suppress all women from voting? Seriously though, I'd love to hear their "logic."

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

With all this pushback against DEIA, it's a great time to highlight the importance of accessibility, and @renwoman.bsky.social was the perfect guest for it. Please check out today's new episode! meledits.com/205-embeddin...

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Rick @rickylongthread.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Trump at the Oval Office bragging that one of his friends made $2.5 billion and another pocketed $500 million, all while he openly manipulates markets.

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Rick @rickylongthread.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

He literally tweeted: This is a great time to BUY! Just hours ago. And then he paused tariffs. He’s literally committing crimes in front of the entire world. 😳

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Melanie Padgett Powers (she/her) @meledits.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

But the question is will the cowardly Republicans DO anything?! They have the power and can stop this destruction of our country and the world economy. Why are they so scared?!

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Clara Jeffery @clarajeffery.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Just based on crowd sizes we’re seeing so far and the shear number of protests, the total number of #handsoff demonstrators could reach into the millions. And more protests in non US countries than expected.

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Mai El-Sadany @maitelsadany.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

📸s from the #HandsOff2025 protest in Washington, DC (🧵 1)

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Federal Workers United @fedworkersunited.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Easily 20,000 people out in NYC right now, in the rain. Incredible. #handsoff

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