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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

I hope Senator Schmitt is enjoying College Game Day in Atlanta.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Luis Garcia!!!! Man, I miss that smile.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Steph scored 60 that night and still lost.

Golden state 134 Hawks 141 from feb 3, 2024. Golden state player stats with Steph Curry getting g 60 points.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Steph scored 60 that night and still lost.

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Jake Grumbach @jakemgrumbach.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

All of those person of the year awards over the past few years should’ve gone to student journalists. Courageous and rigorous coverage of university policy and procedures around student protests, university relations with Trump admin, profs in the Epstein files, sexual assault, and more

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I know it's not the point of the post, but does this kid have Trump's hair?

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I pledge allegiance to the AI slop flag of America

Department of ed post that says dept of ed honors constitution day, calls on schools to strengthen civic literacy and invite routine recitation of the pledge of allegiance but the flag has 15 stripes. Probably more stars too, but I came up with the post after yelling about the stripes.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Ready for the All Blacks in Baltimore!

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Everyone knows you have to pay extra on Ryanair if you want to be sucked out of the window.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Now they have all been pushed from their positions.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Dillon’s if anyone wants to join.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Hey APSA, where are we watching the Liverpool game? Can’t find it in the schedule.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Calling on the Boston gods to help me with this 8 am APSA panel.

Signs next to each other. One is Dunkin’ Donuts the other is Saint Francis Chapel.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Impressive attendance at this APSA panel.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The new approach to US Open mixed doubles is a lot of fun, but so disrespectful to actual doubles players. Seeding teams based on singles rankings is not it. At least just do a random draw. They also need to let more doubles teams compete, this is a major part of their calendar that is now missing.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

If my APSA hotel doesn’t have these, I’m leaving.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Most concession stands on the mall sell beer and places like Bar Americano have amazing beer and wine selections. Should have checked in with Pete Hegseth before talking about this issue.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

This is one of my favorite Bluesky accounts. Just ranked the top 1000 players of the 2000s. Lots of "oh, I remember that guy." Also, Alex Rodriguez's numbers in just the 2000s were absurd.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Is this just driven by outliers outside the range of the “never AI” students? The pattern is not that different until the end. Why does “never AI” max out at 115?

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I’ve really enjoyed some of the in-depth stories Nats reporters have told this season. Baseball can be brutal and this story beautifully shares that reality.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Wow, Bangladesh beats Australia in Darwin. Crikey! That does not advance Australia fair.

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Kira Renée Kurz @kirareneekurz.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Finally holding the book as a real PRINTED copy feels really surreal 🤩🤩🤩 Thanks to @britanlar.bsky.social for beliving in our joint project! Find the online version here: link.springer.com/book/10.1007...

two printed copies of the book next to an iced coffee

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

You could get these for $2 during Biden's presidency. Someone put this price in their midterm election model and tell me how many seats Dems should win.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Do Sausage and Egg McMuffins come through the Strait of Hormuz? Why are they so expensive now? $5.69?

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

I wrote about why young people’s attention to public life does not always translate into participation, and how place-based civic education can help. New Pew findings show why connecting civic learning to students’ communities matters. civiceducationresearchlab.substack.com/p/moving-you...

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Moving Young People From Spectators to Connectors

How place-based civic education can turn attention into participation

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Ryan Fox, you absolute legend! 🇳🇿

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Rufo was just on Ezra Klein's show reaffirming his argument that Somalians didn't deserve Temporary Protected Status because there are some Somalians involved in organized crime. Anyone know if there is a culture of that amongst Italian Americans?

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Education Week @edweek.org · 08/07/2026

Most Schools Report Teaching Civics. But Hands-On Lessons Aren't as Common: Only 13% of district leaders say their schools require "experiential" civics learning.

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Most Schools Report Teaching Civics. But Hands-On Lessons Aren't as Common

Only 13% of district leaders say their schools require "experiential" civics learning.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Standing room only for a fascinating conversation about the importance of civic education hosted by Brookings. Senators Kaine, King, and Lankford discussed the civics act they are sponsoring that will prioritize teaching of the Constitution. Good discussion of the role of We the People.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

The weather’s been bad, and the cricket hasn’t been much better. Here’s hoping for some NZ runs today.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Can the Thunder put Steven Adams in for Chet?

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

I heard he didn’t play Thunder Road because he’s concerned the Thunder will beat the knicks in 4.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

CJ Abrams and Bruce Springsteen—born to run.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Bruce is rivaling Jacob Young for range in CF.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Hoping Bruce will be the solution the Nats need at 3B.

Springsteen stage at the above 500 Nats’ stadium.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

“Rivals” on Hulu might be my favorite show at the moment. Season 2 has been just as good as 1. Not getting the attention it deserves.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

The latest Harvard IOP Youth Poll shows deep frustration among young people. I used the findings to think through a question I keep returning to: can local civic engagement help rebuild trust? civiceducationresearchlab.substack.com/p/thinking-l...

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Thinking Locally When National Politics Feels Broken

Young Americans are sending a clear message that national politics is not working for them.

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Kira Renée Kurz @kirareneekurz.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

It is finally out‼️ THANK YOU to everyone involved, especially for the openness to participate and believe in a book idea presented by - at the time - two Phd candidates :) As with most things, the process took longer than expected, but I'm super excited that the book has now become reality 🥰

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Recent post from the Department of Education

LinkedIn post (also on Twitter) from the Department of Education. Ms. Puff from Spongebob reading a book called MAGA with Teachers are Dedicated up top and Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 below.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Recent post from the Department of Education

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

The Apple “find my” noise is the hardest noise to actually find. It sounds like it is bouncing around a room.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Was surprised my wife wanted to watch the Mets tonight. Turns out that’s not what she meant. Just as much drama I guess. #metgala

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

My apartment complex has started doing a pet of the month competition, but I'm pretty sure its a trap to make sure people are paying the pet fee.

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