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Rene Almeling

@ralmeling.bsky.social
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Yale Sociologist. www.renealmeling.com. Books: -Seminal: On Sperm, Health, and Politics (now out!) -GUYnecology: The Missing Science of Men's Reproductive Health -Sex Cells: The Medical Market for Eggs and Sperm Now studying climate change...

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Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Cornell University, Postdoc on Political Economy and Technology. Due: 10/16. Details: academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32502
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Cornell University, Department of Communication
Job #AJO32502, Postdoctoral Associate, Department of Communication, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, US
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Lompoc Indivisible 🙅‍♂️👑 @lompocindivisible.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
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Durba Mitra @durba.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The attack and defunding of WGS at Harvard betrays the long tradition of wgs at Harvard’ with profound implications for the future of feminist scholarship @jennifercnash.bsky.social www.thecrimson.com/article/2026...
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 03/09/2026
Over 11,000 people are signed up for tonight's call! Starting in one hour, learn how you can help defeat fascism with Mark Ruffalo. RSVP: www.mobilize.us/indi...
INDIVISIBLE ELECTION KICK OFF CALL
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Juliet Schor @julietschor.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Join me, @paulsonn.bsky.social @profsheenalives.bsky.social and Gerald Epstein on Sept 10 at 4. We'll be talking about new policies for labor that are capable of spurring major change. We'll be talking 4dayweek, raising wages, and job protections w/lots of Q&A time. Please share this announcement!
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Shobita Parthasarathy @shobitap.org · 01/09/2026
Exciting news! Michigan is hiring another science and technology policy fellow! The fellow will work in MI's Dept of Agriculture and Rural Development on PFAS and other contaminants. Note: the position is open wrt field, but PhD required. Sept 21 deadline. 🚨Pls circulate!🚨 #scipolicy #techpolicy
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Civic Science Fellow (Michigan Science, Technology, and Public Policy Fellowship Program (MiST)) | U-M Careers
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Gregg Gonsalves @gregggonsalves.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Livestream at 1:30PM ET. www.youtube.com/live/Xn555qU...
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Democratize Yale: A Teach-In
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 01/09/2026
Learn how you can help defeat fascism and elect a new, fighting Congress.👇
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General Election Kickoff Call · Indivisible
Join Indivisibles and activists across the country to learn about Indivisible National’s General Election program! We’ll kick things off with Indivisible’s Ezra Levin as we celebrate all that we accomplished together during the primaries, discuss the stakes of the midterms and share opportunities for helping candidates in our target races across the country WIN this November. If you’re wondering how you can take part in flipping Congress and holding the administration accountable, join us September 2 and bring your friends, family, and fellow activists with you!
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Shobita Parthasarathy @shobitap.org · 05/08/2026
🚨UMichigan's Science, Technology, & Public Policy Program is looking for a Managing Director! 🚨 STPP does research, education, community and policy engagement work, and we have a friendly, vibrant, equity-oriented team. Join us! @stpp-um.bsky.social Apps due August 25. Please circulate widely!
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Managing Director, Science, Technology and Public Policy program | U-M Careers
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Adora Svitak @adorasv.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
If you'll be in New York this August, come check out my panel on Anti-Capitalist Feminisms, hosted at #SSSP2026 and co-sponsored by the ASA sections on Sex & Gender and Marxist Sociology. Aug. 8, 10:30am-12:10pm. Details on the Sex & Gender section site: asasexandgender.wordpress.com/asa/
Poster advertising panel discussion on Anti-Capitalist Feminisms taking place on August 8, 10:30 AM - 12:10 PM at the Westin New York at Times Square, Broadway II, 3rd Floor.
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Shobita Parthasarathy @shobitap.org · 17/07/2026
I am thrilled to announce the 1st Michigan Science & Tech Policy fellowship! We're looking for someone w/AI expertise & policy interests, to work in the MI Dept of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. App deadline Aug 9. Learn about the MiST fellowships: stpp.fordschool.umich.edu/fellowships/...
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State Legislative Science, Technology, and Public Policy Fellow | U-M Careers
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Karen Benjamin Guzzo @karenguzzo.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
You still have time to get in comments on OMB's proposed changes to the federal grant process - the window closes at midnight on July 13th. @popassocamerica.bsky.social wrote a great letter that can be used to help formulate your own comments. higherlogicdownload.s3.amazonaws.com/POPULATIONAS...
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Daniel LaRusso: It Ain't Over Yet
ALT: Daniel LaRusso: It Ain't Over Yet
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Gregg Gonsalves @gregggonsalves.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
We've hit the 3,000 mark in letters to Congress on the mad power-grab by Russell Vought at OMB to take over all federal grant making with a team of political commissars reporting to him. Let's get to 4,000 letters this week. Share. Share. Share. actionnetwork.org/letters/oppo...
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Oppose OMB Proposal to Put ALL Federal Government Funding Decisions in the Hands of Political Appointees
On May 29, 2026, the Office of Management and Budget issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), OMB-2026-0034, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance. The scope of this proposed regulation is...
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Juliet Schor @julietschor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Very excited to be part of this effort to change the game. Nine great teams reimagining what our economy could look like. Check it out. #GamgChangersPolicy
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Friendly Neighborhood Mouse @missmouse.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
I attended a die-in in Arlington to protest Vought’s schemes to gut federal science & health programs. Vought’s cuts have led to thousands of deaths already, to the ending of clinical trials for cancer, to the gutting of food aid overseas and here in the US. Let people die. That’s the Vought way.
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Bookshop.org @bookshop.org · 23/06/2026
Anti-Prime Day starts…NOW! 🥳 Today through 6/26, enjoy free standard shipping site-wide, all while supporting local, independent bookstores.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Prime Day reminder that Amazon... -Helps fuel ICE's deportations -Gave $1M to Trump's inauguration -Scrapped plans to display tariff costs after pressure from Trump -Shelled out $75M for the Melania doc -Donated to Trump's ballroom -Wants to reboot The Apprentice w/ Don Jr
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MIT Press @mitpress.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
In “Owning the Green Grid,” @joshuabasseches.bsky.social examines how corporate ownership of the electricity grid affects state-level renewable energy policymaking and interest group preferences: mitpress.mit.edu/978026205358...
Photograph of "Owning the Green Grid." The book is standing up at an angle.
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American Sociological Association @asanews.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
ASA member Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social @yale.edu was a guest on NPR's 1A to discuss some of the social, cultural, clinical, and psychological aspects of male infertility. Listen here: bit.ly/4fUM5Ji.
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In Good Health: The matter of male fertility
Why is one half the population often absent from the fertility conversation?
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Stand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 11/06/2026
Russell Vought has a plan for science, but so do we. Join the fight by taking action against the latest OMB grant funding proposal at the link in our bio, or go here 👉 zurl.co/m6icR #StandUpForScience #Science #OMB #Vought #SaveScience
The graphic contains photos of Russell Vought and Donald Trump. The graphic also contains a news clipping from SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN reading: "The 412-page proposal on federal spending rules would centralize Office of Management of Budget (OMB) control over releases of government funds, including for scientific research grants. The OMB is headed by Russell Vought, lead architect of Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 plan for the Trump administration." The graphic reads: "BREAKING, SCIENCE IS IN DANGER, FEDERAL SCIENCE FUNDING TO BE CONTROLLED BY POLITICAL APPOINTEES, TAKE ACTION NOW,  THERE IS STILL TIME TO FIGHT BACK, 1. Email & Call Your Members of Congress, 2. Leave a Public Comment, 3. Donate to Fuel the Fight for Science, LINK IN BIO".
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University of California Press @ucpress.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Our sitewide Spring Sale ends this Friday. 40% off all UC Press books with the promo code SPRING40 www.ucpress.edu
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American Sociological Association @asanews.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Send us your ASA Travel Award applications before 5 pm Eastern TODAY! If you’re a student member or sociologist who would otherwise find it difficult to attend the annual meeting in NYC, consider applying for assistance via one of our 2 awards. Find out more: bit.ly/4dhWL3r
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Alt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 02/04/2026
Sharing this cool tool developed by a team at Emory that projects the real-world consequences of reduced vaccine coverage for three vaccine preventable diseases: Rotavirus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), and Pneumococcal Disease.
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VaxImpactMap: Costs of Declining Childhood Vaccination
Explore VaxImpactMap, an interactive tool that projects the real-world consequences of reduced vaccine coverage.
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Dr. Jonathan Foley @globalecoguy.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
🧪 Project Drawdown believes science is good for the world. And we are excited to launch the Climate Science Serving America fellowship program -- for Ph.D. scientists & engineers working on climate solutions. Applications due April 17th! drawdown.org/insights/cli...
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Climate science serves America – and beyond
As climate science faces challenging times, Project Drawdown is stepping up with a fellowship for early- to mid-career scientists and engineers.
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Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
"After No Kings, Indivisible, one of the lead organizers of the "No Kings" protest, is pivoting to building support for...May Day Strong. The May Day Strong coalition is calling for "No Work, No School, No Shopping" on May 1st." reporting by @mikeelk.bsky.social paydayreport.com/no-kings-org...
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“No Kings” Organizers & Indivisible Pivot to May Day General Strike
Dozens of unions and Indivisible have backed the May Day Strong walkout
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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Now get out and vote in the midterms like your life depends on it, because it does. #NoKings
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Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Loving all the pics from #NoKings around the world! Headed to the New Haven, CT green at 3pm for our local protest.
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ASA Medical Sociology @asamedsoc.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Travel Awards for Annual Meeting Open April 7 The Student Forum Travel Award is exclusively for student members, including a waiver of registration fees. Consider contributing / Donate: www.asanet.org/donate and select the top option “Student Travel Award Fund.” #ASA #MedicalSociology
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Advance the Discipline of Sociology: Donate to ASA | American Sociological Association
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Alondra Nelson @alondra.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Come work with The Public's Science team @ the Institute for Advanced Study. Hiring a fellow to develop digital infrastructure for public engagement, and are seeking someone committed to reimagining the social contract for American research. Please share widely. jobs.chronicle.com/job/37962820...
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Civic Science Fellow - School of Social Science - 18 month appointment - Princeton, New Jersey (US) job with Institute for Advanced Study | 37962820
The Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) is seeking a 2026 Civic Science Fellow for The Public's Science initiative, a collaborative effort.
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 12/03/2026
We’re rapidly approaching 3,000 No Kings Day events, which means March 28 is going to be the biggest protest in US history. Let’s make it clear that America rejects the regime’s brutality at home and abroad: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
(between images of a map showing the nearly 3,000 No Kings Day events planned for March 28) NO THRONES. NO CROWNS.
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Larry Au @larryau.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
The Science, Knowledge, and Technology Section of the American Sociological Association is hosting a pre-conference here at City College (in our FiDi division)! Our call for abstracts is open until April 1, 2026. asaskat.com/skattoday/
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2026 Pre-Conference
Science, Knowledge and Technology Today: Meeting the Moment, Engendering Just Futures The Science, Knowledge & Technology (SKAT) section of the American Sociological Association (ASA) will host…
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Gregg Gonsalves @gregggonsalves.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Click to send a note to your Senator: VOTE NO on Casey Means. actionnetwork.org/letters/oppo...
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Project Drawdown @projectdrawdown.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
We're looking for scientists who want their research to matter beyond the ivory tower. 🚀 Project Drawdown is hiring 2–3 fellows, Ph.D.-level scientists who are ready to translate their expertise into real-world climate impact. APPLY TODAY! 👉 bit.ly/4kx2J1Q Applications due April 17
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Jen Jennings @jenjennings.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
New Postdoctoral Research Associate positions at @Princeton's Office of Population Research!
postdoctoral associate at Princeton ad
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Dr. Jonathan Foley @globalecoguy.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
We are stepping up to support climate science, solutions, and public service. Announcing the Climate Science Serving America Fellowship program!
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Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Looking forward to speaking at alma mater Rice U Jan 20 on sociology of climate change. Will be at UTMB Jan 22 to talk about male repro health. And will be speaking at Block Island Free Library this Sat at 1pm, sponsored by Low Season Artist Projects. www.blockislandtimes.com/news/explori...
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Exploring the intersections of chemistry, culture, and climate justice
The Island Free Library will host a special public program on Saturday, January 10, from 1 to 3 p.m., featuring talks by Artist Jeff Ostergren and Professor of Sociology at
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Leah Greenberg ❌👑 @leahgreenberg.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
You know what to do folks, flood the phones: indivisible.org/resource/cal...
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CALL NOW: Tell your Representative to Stop Trump’s War in Venezuela
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Kathleen Creel @kathleencreel.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Northeastern is hiring in Ethics and Health! The job is tenure track with great colleagues in a great city. Philosophers of science, bioethicists, research ethicists, and STS scholars, please apply! Soft deadline is December 15th. philjobs.org/job/show/30469
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Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor, Northeastern University - PhilJobs:JFP Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor/ Full Professor, Northeastern University
An international database of jobs for philosophers
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Shobita Parthasarathy @shobitap.org · 28/11/2025
I am so looking forward to spending time with the next generations of STS scholars in South Korea next summer (I'll be keynote instructor)! It's a great opportunity especially for those who are STS-curious, and may not have strong training in the field. Join us! Applications close on December 10th.
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🎃 🕯️ Monica Valentinelli is Sipping Tea. 🐈‍⬛ ☕ @booksofm.com · 20/11/2025
If you use GMail, AI (Gemini) was turned on yesterday by default and now scans all of your content for machine learning. To turn off, go to Settings>General and scroll down. Uncheck the box for "Smart features." There's other "Smart" add-ons as well, but that's the one that reads your content.
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Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
***10 days left to apply*** Please share widely! CALL FOR PAPERS due Dec 1 Gametic Politics: Eggs, Sperm, and Gender/Sex in the 21st Century A Workshop for Early-Career Researchers organized by Rene Almeling & Sarah Richardson April 16-17 at Yale Details: www.renealmeling.com/gametic-poli...
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Gametic Politics Workshop
Call for papers for social science and humanities scholars studying eggs, sperm, and gender/sex in the 21st century
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Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
*CALL FOR PAPERS* Due Dec 1 Gametic Politics: Eggs, Sperm, and Gender/Sex in the 21st Century A Workshop for Early-Career Researchers organized by Rene Almeling & Sarah Richardson April 16-17, 2026 at Yale University Details and application form here: www.renealmeling.com/gametic-poli...
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Gametic Politics Workshop
Call for papers for social science and humanities scholars studying eggs, sperm, and gender/sex in the 21st century
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Starbucks Workers United @sbworkersunited.org · 13/11/2025
As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history. Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Don't Buy Starbucks! At any location, today and beyond, while workers are on ULP strike!
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Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Very excited to be co-organizing a session with Kerry Ard on "The Sociology of Climate Change" at next year's American Sociological Association meeting in NYC. Proposals are due Feb 25. Session is co-sponsored by the ASA sections for SKAT + Environmental Soc. Details: www.asanet.org/annual-meeti...
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Call for Submissions and Proposals | American Sociological Association
Thank you for your interest in submitting your paper or proposal to the ASA Annual Meeting. Your submission represents a vital part of the ongoing
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Richard Chambers @newschambers.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
The world’s first trillionaire initiated a move that has left more than half a million people dead, most of whom are children.
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Chuck Schumer @schumer.senate.gov · 23/10/2025
Honestly, you can’t make this shit up.
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Rene Almeling @ralmeling.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
*CALL FOR PAPERS* Due Dec 1 Gametic Politics: Eggs, Sperm, and Gender/Sex in the 21st Century A Workshop for Early-Career Researchers organized by Rene Almeling & Sarah Richardson April 16-17, 2026 at Yale University Details and application form here: www.renealmeling.com/gametic-poli...
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Gametic Politics Workshop
Call for papers for social science and humanities scholars studying eggs, sperm, and gender/sex in the 21st century
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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 19/10/2025
This is what democracy looks like. #NoKings
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
Make your plans for #NoKings. October 18th. Free speech is action. Please join in. You'll see me at one of the events. www.nokings.org
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No Kings
As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...
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National Foundation for American Policy @nfapresearch.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
A remarkable story: Omar Yaghi, born a refugee in Jordan, came to America as a teen to attend community college and later earned a Ph.D. and the 2025 Nobel Prize in chemistry. Immigrants have won 40% of the U.S. Nobel Prizes in science since 2000. @mclem.org www.forbes.com/sites/stuart...
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Half Of The 2025 U.S. Nobel Prize Winners In Science Are Immigrants
Three of the six U.S. winners in the 2025 Nobel Prize science categories immigrated to the United States, one of them as a teenager.
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