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Michael Minnick

@profmichael.bsky.social
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*formerly known as SacraMINNICK Community College Instructor #ChildDevelopment #EarlyChildhoodEducation Also… #LightTheBeam

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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
This is fun. #LightTheBeam Summer edition
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Fred Smith @fredsmith.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
Horrifying news: The Sacramento Kings currently employ two guys with Joker tattoos
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
I’m just gonna say this now because I think it every year…I have no frickin idea how this whole process works. #NBADraft2025 #LightTheBeam #SacramentoKings
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
#RIPSly apnews.com/article/sly-...
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Sly Stone, leader of funk revolutionaries Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, an electrifying musician, songwriter and showman whose Sly and the Family Stone transformed popular music in the 1960s and ’70s, has died. He was 82.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
We all have that couple in our lives that we know is going to have a messy breakup. #TrumpVsMusk
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
I’m laughing…but I probably shouldn’t be www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
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The Secret History of Trump’s Private Cellphone
“Who’s calling?” the president asks as he answers call after call from numbers he doesn’t know.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Watching #Mountainhead, thinking it would be a fun relaxing comedy. Now I’m even more scared for the world. 😬
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
And yet the January 6 terrorists we’re pardoned? apnews.com/article/new-... Democratic Rep. McIver charged with assault after skirmish at ICE center, New Jersey prosecutor says
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Democratic Rep. McIver charged with assault after skirmish at ICE center, New Jersey prosecutor says
The prosecution of McIver is a rare federal criminal case against a sitting member of Congress for allegations other than fraud or corruption.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Also, can we assume that this plane will be full of microphones and cameras to record things that will be used to blackmail the president later? #AirplaneGate
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Trump defends the prospect of Qatar gifting him a plane to use as Air Force One
U.S. officials say it could be converted into a potential presidential aircraft to replace the 40 year old Air Force One. The Qatari government said a final decision hadn’t been made.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
If we can praise President Trump for one thing it’s influencing our allies to avoid the mistakes of electing far-right unhinged leaders. apnews.com/article/aust... Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wins a second 3-year term
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Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wins a second 3-year term
Anthony Albanese has claimed victory as the first Australian prime minister to win a second consecutive term in 21 years.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Shaq AND Bibby! This is gonna be fun. #StingersUp amp.sacbee.com/news/local/a...
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Shaquille O’Neal to be Sac State’s men’s basketball general manager, sources say
The former NBA star’s son, Shaqir O’Neal, currently plays for Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team under coach Mike Bibby.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
Finally some good news.
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Bear takes head-first slide down child's backyard playset
A curious bear had some fun on a child's backyard slide, to the delight of the people watching from inside the house.
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Rep. Jamie Raskin @raskin.house.gov · 19/04/2025
Trump’s war on higher ed and public schools has expanded to an exciting new front: pre-K! Elon Musk and DOGE are shutting down a preschool near you. The richest government contractor in the world will stop those 3-year olds from defrauding our people.
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Head Start funding lags by nearly $1 billion this year, causing some preschool closures
Federal databases show Head Start centers across the U.S. have received nearly $1 billion less in federal funding compared with this time last year.
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Tax War Room @taxwarroom.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
🚨 Trump is preparing to ELIMINATE Head Start. Head Start provides essential services that set kids up for success in life. These cuts would be catastrophic for working families.
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White House plan would eliminate Head Start, make sweeping health cuts
A leaked plan shows programs like Head Start, some mental health funding and efforts to prevent teen pregnancy could soon end.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 12/04/2025
Probably some sort of paid account, too.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 12/04/2025
This list of #TrumpBannedWords is making my head explode. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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These Words Are Disappearing in the New Trump Administration
Federal agencies have issued guidance to employees on hundreds of terms to limit or avoid using. An analysis of government websites shows many of the same words being removed.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Truth.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Ellis! #LightTheBeam
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Happy #LiberationDay. How much have y’all lost today? ☹️
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
#StingersUp #LightTheBeam
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SACRAMENTO STATE HIRES MIKE BIBBY AS ITS HEAD MEN’S BASKETBALL COACH - Sacramento State
Former Sacramento Kings legend Mike Bibby is coming home. Sacramento State Director of Athletics Mark Orr announced today that Bibby has been named the 17th head
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
What could possibly go wrong? www.cnn.com/2025/03/25/b...
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Florida debates lifting some child labor laws to fill jobs vacated by undocumented immigrants | CNN Business
Florida has been working for years to crack down on employers that hire undocumented immigrants. But that presented a problem for businesses in the state that are desperate for workers to fill low-wag...
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Well, this is something. www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
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The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans
U.S. national-security leaders included me in a group chat about upcoming military strikes in Yemen. I didn’t think it could be real. Then the bombs started falling.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
WT actual F?
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The Kings Herald @thekingsherald.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
The Sacramento Kings have finally converted Isaac Jones to a full contract
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The Sacramento Kings have finally converted Isaac Jones to a full contract - The Kings Herald
The Sacramento Kings announced Saturday that they have converted Isaac Jones to a two year NBA contract. Isaac Jones had been on a Two-Way contract, but had used his full 50 games of eligibility. This...
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
So far, so good. #LightTheBeam #LTMFB
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
#Severance dog
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Ok, people. Get ready for the next battle… #education #DOE #HigherEd Trump will order a plan to shut down the US Education Department
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Trump will order a plan to shut down the US Education Department
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order calling for the shutdown of the U.S. Education Department.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Y’all remember when I said this 11 hrs ago? #LTMFB
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Where’s the regular camera? #Kings #LightTheBeam
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
It sounds nuts when I say it, but that team that played Monday could handle the Cavs. #hope #LightTheBeam #LTMFB
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
I have one request… DON’T LET HIM MAKE TWO 3-POINTERS TONITE. #LightTheBeam
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Are y’all hearing a bunch of cheering for #Kings in LA tonite? #LTMFB
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Dude! Brian Posehn and @hipsterocracy.bsky.social tore it up tonight in Sonoma. Awesome to see Posehn play to his hometown crowd. Plus it rocked to see my local Sac fave Johnny Taylor
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pixelatedboat aka “mr bluesky” @pixelatedboat.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
If Paul McCartney dies first, Ringo should immediately announce a new lineup of the Beatles
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Seriously, I give up. #EnolaGay
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The Pentagon’s DEI Panic
What are the nation’s warfighters so afraid of?
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
I tried to be funny last night. Turned out to be pretty fun. Check out the vid on IG if you’re into that kinda thing. #StandUpComedy www.instagram.com/reel/DG54EtR...
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Do y’all eat that many eggs that they’ve become the go to example of fucked up economics policies?
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Ok, who saw this as a consequence? Not me. #pennies #trumpexecutiveorders
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Penny press souvenir machines may be in jeopardy if the U.S. stops minting new pennies
Machines that crush pennies into souvenirs may be affected the most by the news the U.S. Treasury Department will stop minting the copper-coated zinc coin.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
My favorite moment from last night. We’re right there with ya, @warren.senate.gov
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Who’s ready to rumble? Me.
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Senate confirms McMahon to lead Education Department as Trump pushes to shut it down
The Senate has voted to confirm former wrestling executive Linda McMahon as the nation’s education chief, a role that places her atop a department President Donald Trump has vowed to dismantle.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Totally get it. #Oscars
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
OMG I love that my friend @ginger-coyote.bsky.social is friends with Uncle Rico! #WhiteLotus #ThisAndThat
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Senator Alex Padilla @padilla.senate.gov · 02/03/2025
Our children do not deserve this. Trump and Elon Musk’s priorities are to give handouts to billionaires rather than support public schools. sfstandard.com/2025/02/19/t...
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
apnews.com/article/davi... David Johansen, singer from the seminal punk band the New York Dolls, dies at 75
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David Johansen, singer from the seminal punk band the New York Dolls, dies at 75
David Johansen, the wiry, gravelly-voiced singer and last surviving member of the glam and protopunk band the New York Dolls, has died.
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
Somebody had to.
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UK, France and Ukraine agree to work on ceasefire plan for Russia's war in Ukraine
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the plan emerged after talks among the four countries’ leaders following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s Oval Office blowout with U.S. President Dona...
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
Have y’all ever seen the #Kings get the opening tip? #LTMFB
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Michael Minnick @profmichael.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
“Trump likes and admires bad people because he is himself a bad person.”
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At Least Now We Know the Truth
It’s ugly, but necessary to face.
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