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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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 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

Not enough runs but still an amazing time at the home of cricket

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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 · 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 · 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 · 02/04/2026

Starting the morning at my favorite place on the National Mall. Someone give me a museum to explore.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Baseball is almost back! Someone should probably let the Nationals’ offense know.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

The cats are happy that baseball is back! Though we might have to get in shape for the season. #caturday

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Winter Olympics, Cricket World Cup, Liverpool vs City, Super Bowl, and feels like -5. This weekend you can find me on the couch.

Picture of iPad showing Olympics multicast and tv showing cricket

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Is this a Christmas cookie? No, this is Patrick!

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Boomer! If we lose, we can blame it on the TAs… I mean refs

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 16/11/2025

Another trip to the Signature Theatre. This one has been on my list for a while!

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

How much waste has your water fountain eliminated?

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

America 250, brought to you by... sugar. Two recent sponsors of America250 are Domino Sugar and Florida Crystals. I am sure there is no connection between this and the push to get Coca Cola (also a sponsor) to use cane sugar. america250.org/our-partners...

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

When I moved to America, I spent a year in Ohio. This 2005 Cleveland Indians lineup, along with CC Sabathia and Cliff Lee, introduced me to baseball.

Immaculate grid "Some guys I remember." 2005 Cleveland Indians: Grady sizemore, Coco Crisp, Travis Hafner, Victor Martinez, Jhonny Peralta, Aaron Boone, Casey Blake, Ronnie Belliard, Ben Broussard.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Trump to announce Kennedy Center honorees. Any predictions?

New York Times headline. "Trump Administration Live Updates: President to Announce Kennedy Center Honorees." Includes picture of Trump giving his best Evita pose.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Back on the road! This week I’m in Louisville to help with a professional development. Has to be a top 5 coolest names for an airport.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

This was one of the most amazing weeks. I met so many inspiring teachers and I'm excited to see what they accomplish over the next year. So thankful to get to work with @civiced.org and their programs. Also, Wyoming might be one of the most beautiful places I've been.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

In Wyoming this week teaching about civic education and public policy. The audience is really attentive!

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

America250 is hosting another Trump rally.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Trump’s cabinet struggling to stay awake during the parade.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Also, Scotts Miracle-Gro is the latest America250 sponsor. If they spent their money well, we should expect an announcement in the next few days about Marijuana legalization at the federal level. www.barrons.com/articles/sco...

Quote from article: "I have spoken to President Trump a couple of times about this,” he says. “I’m a supporter of his, and I think he is in favor of rescheduling, which would help us with banking issues.”

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Meta is no longer listed as a sponsor for America250. However, since this original post 3 days ago, they have added Exiger and Phorm Energy (which I guess is Dana White's energy drink?). Definitely some trends in these companies.

List of sponsors for America250. Includes car companies, coca cola, Walmart, BNY, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Lockheed Martin, UFC, Coinbase, Palantir, Exiger, and Phorm Energy.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

The listed sponsors for America250 tell a story. The UFC, coinbase, and Palantir sponsorships are pretty recent.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Rishi Sunak at the IPL (Indian cricket) final. Definitely a different post-PM approach than Truss.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

One recent addition is Ari Abergel as executive director. He was a producer for Fox and Friends (the ultimate Trump administration qualification). He was also recently named to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council. He doesn't seem to possess any other qualifications for this position. 2/3

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

I've been keeping an eye on the America 250 Commission and it has changed a lot since Trump took office, noticeably with the firings of leaders at the Archives, NEA, NEH, and now the Library of Congress. This screenshot is from January and only Lonnie Bunch remains (for now). a quick 🧵 1/3

Picture of members of the 250 commission that have since been replaced.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

“In the Heights” at the Signature Theatre tonight. Super excited for this show.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Live reaction of the Easter Bunny being told they're the next secretary of defense.

Trump with the a surprised easter bunny at the Easter Egg Roll.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

I loved my time working with the Global Irish Studies program at Georgetown. It gave me a great opportunity to examine my US-based question in a comparative context and I got to attend some phenomenal events. 4/4

Discussion in Georgetown's Riggs Library featuring the Northern Ireland First Minister and Deputy First Minister

Discussion in Georgetown's Riggs Library featuring Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris

Discussion in Georgetown's Gaston Hall featuring Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Missed opportunity to describe it as a titanic iceberg.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Well this is exciting. Who should we trade him for?

Ad from Robinhood saying TRUMP is now available to trade.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Yearbooks are a great tool to see how previous students viewed events like inaugurations. The pictures below show a change in attitudes (or at least editors) toward Richard Nixon at his two inaugurations. Check out my article and thread 🧵 about using yearbooks in the classroom.

1968 Georgetown Yearbook spread about Nixon's inauguration.

1972 Georgetown Yearbook spread about Nixon's second inauguration. Pictures are of protesters.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

And, as a bonus, my favorite story from the amazing 1975 Georgetown yearbook.

Yearbook spread about bad food on campus.

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Patrick McSweeney @pmcsweenz.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

To wrap up, here are some of my favorite pages from Georgetown yearbooks. I also wrote more about this project on my website—check it out! patrickmcsweeney.com/post/explori...

A yearbook spread with various examples of political action.

A yearbook spread with a description about their participation, and some pictures of activism and police backlash.

Georgetown protesters including a sign "No more war. War Never Again. Pope Paul VI"

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