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@solosojourner.bsky.social
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Former Twitter user, deleted my account the day Elon’s acquisition was final. I retired in 2022 and began living my dream of traveling around the world 🌍. Knowing true freedom for the first time in my life. #Travel #Nature #Photography #Observations

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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
How much will this cost? Website updates, hard copy reprinting, conversion of text on any incoming documents before internal distribution…
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Today, I made the decision to unfollow & remove from my lists any former Republican turned Democratic ally, along with their media outlets. Their unfettered attacks on Hasan Piker, AOC, & the DSA are proof that they are not honest brokers trying to save democracy, just performative non-fascists.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I was thinking... I wish I had the confidence of all the pollsters, pundits, strategists, and commentators who are certain a #bluewave will sweep the country. While many in #MAGA are hurting and some regret their 2024 #vote, I've heard from very few people who say they aren't voting #Republican.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I have issues with former Republicans and Republican enablers who ignored the racism, bigotry, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, and xenophobia of their party for more than 50 years, and who now want to bemoan the predictable outcome of their blindness. Fact: The Southern Strategy was racist.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Fuel cost directly impacts food scarcity. As fuel prices rise, Meals on Wheels and food banks will be the first to feel its impact. As food prices rise donations will fall. As prices rise more people become more likely to need food assistance. We will see starvation in the richest country on earth.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I was thinking… Imagine believing you are intelligent and that not knowing something or understanding how something works is a conspiracy.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
September 2026– Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Between storm-blue horizons and embers of fading light, the anchored boats keep their quiet watch. The tide whispers to the shore, and for a moment, the whole world drifts gently between day and dream. Three sunsets left, each one a goodbye. 🌊 #Photography
Calm coastal bay at sunset with several small boats anchored on still water. The sky glows with soft pink, orange, purple, and blue clouds, reflected in the gentle waves along a sandy shoreline.

A dark strip of land forms the horizon. The shoreline is lined with dense trees that appear almost black in silhouette because of the strong backlighting from the sky. The treeline stretches from left to right, separating water below from sky above.

A few tiny birds can be seen high in the sky as small dark specks, adding a subtle sense of life and scale.

Overall, the image conveys a feeling of quiet contemplation. The anchored boats, calm water, dark shoreline, and expansive sky combine to create a peaceful coastal scene where the changing light of day paints the clouds in a rich blend of warm and cool colors. It feels serene, spacious, and almost cinematic, as though nature has paused for a moment between daylight and darkness.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Controversy is the best advertising, and it’s free. It’s also easy to understand that Sergey Brin, Larry Page, Mark Zuckerberg, and the Ellisons wouldn’t be excited to see their Alex Gibney documentaries hit the airwaves. 🍿🍿🍿 #Musk #ElonMusk
hollywoodreporter.com
The Major Social Media Platforms Are All Rejecting Paid Ads for Alex Gibney’s ‘Musk’ (Exclusive)
YouTube, TikTok and Meta have all turned down the trailer for the Oct. 9 doc, citing “political” content. X won't even take Bleecker Street's calls. The distributor is appealing.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Supporting centrist Democrats whose primary political objective is to maintain the status quo and preserve their positions of power is the last thing we need. We need progressive leadership with new ideas. More Mamdani, less Schumer and Jeffries. Less Molly, more Hasan. #VoteProgressive #NoVoteBlue
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Like farmers and ranchers before them, truckers are finding out what bigotry, racism, misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, and xenophobia cost. Hate is expensive; it can cost you everything you have. You voted for others to suffer. You reap what you sow. #Diesel #Beef #Fertilizer
The photo depicts a highway convoy of trucks and vehicles displaying American flags and political or patriotic slogans, with the lead vehicle carrying a large
"TRUMP" banner.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
“We can't just hope for a brighter day, we have to work for a brighter day” - DOLLY PARTON Happy Dolly Parton Day. Celebrate her life by paying it forward today, and every day. #DollyPartonDay #AngelsExist
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Last night, @chrislhayes.bsky.social had @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social on @ms.now for an in-depth interview during which Chris never mentioned the #genocide in #Gaza. We know Hakeem supports genocide; what we don’t know is whether Chris supports it, whether MS NOW supports it, or whether both do.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Slay. Slaying. Slayed.
A photo of Donald J Trump above a social media post from Anthony Citrano • @acitrano

Text from the post:

It's almost impossible to believe he exists. It's as if we took everything that was bad about America, scraped it up off the floor, wrapped it all up in an old hot dog skin, and then taught it to make noises with its face.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
It’s not like there will be a pile-on of people making increasingly serious accusations leading to “believe women.” She’s probably thinking: “The media only has 41 days to ‘Platner me,’ and that’s not enough time to turn one accusation into a conviction in the court of public opinion.”
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
There are approximately 243 million licensed drivers in the U.S. & over a period of 26 years there were 30,000 motor-voter registration errors. Not voting errors, registration errors. That equals an error rate of 0.012%. Most acceptable processing error rates start at 7%. #Reuters #VoterRegistration
reuters.com
How US states mistakenly added 30,000 non-citizens to voter rolls
The findings suggest that inadvertent bureaucratic failures, ‌rather than organized efforts to register immigrants illegally, are a major source of non-citizen registrations.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
September 2026– Jacó Beach - Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Eight sunsets remain, dark sands whisper, palms bow, waves breathe against the shore. I carry the hush of Costa Rica’s wild heart as I drift toward Puerto Rico’s horizon. #Photography
A wide sandy beach stretches across the foreground, the sand dark and smooth with faint footprints and scattered driftwood. Gentle waves roll in from the ocean, their white foam contrasting against the darker shore. Above, the sky is partly cloudy, with soft light filtering through. On the left, a forested headland juts into the water, adding depth to the horizon. A palm frond hangs down from the top edge, framing the tranquil coastal scene like a natural curtain.The beach here is again dark brown sand, smooth and expansive. The ocean extends outward, waves breaking softly near the shore. A few small figures, likely surfers or swimmers, are visible in the water, adding a sense of scale and life to the scene. The sky is partly cloudy, with patches of blue peeking through, giving the impression of shifting weather. In the upper right corner, a palm frond arcs downward, hinting at tropical surroundings and framing the seaside view.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
It’s only ‘not great’ if you thought Newsom, a typical corporate Democrat, was a viable candidate in the 2028 election cycle. Otherwise, it’s another Monday in September. Corporate Democrats will not save us from fascism. ‘Vote blue no matter who’ won’t save democracy. Wake up: they’re complicit.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
I was thinking… Calling a forest, a reserve, or a park ‘undeveloped land’ is such a strange way to describe them. There is nothing undeveloped about them; they are ecosystems doing exactly what they are supposed to do. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ 👇👇🏻👇🏼👇🏽👇🏾👇🏿👇👇🏻👇🏼👇🏽👇🏾👇🏿
npca.org
Selling Off and Selling Out
Three main patterns by the federal government are chipping away at national parks and public lands. NPCA’s experts break them down.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Thinking of the #children in #Ukraine 🇺🇦, #Palestine 🇵🇸, #Cuba 🇨🇺, #Sudan 🇸🇩, Democratic Republic of the #Congo 🇨🇩, #Lebanon 🇱🇧, #Haiti 🇭🇹, and #Venezuela 🇻🇪. May their aggressors find their way to the light.
The image shows two human hands gently cupping a small globe of Earth. The globe is bright and colorful, with visible continents and oceans, symbolizing the planet being held with care. Resting on top of the globe is a white dove, a universal symbol of peace. The dove has an olive branch in its beak, reinforcing the theme of harmony and reconciliation.

Above and below the central imagery, there is text. The top line reads:
“Happy INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE SEPTEMBER 21”, written in clear, bold letters to mark the occasion.

Beneath the globe and dove, the text continues:
“Let’s spread love and peace.”
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
September 2026– Jacó Beach - Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Ten days until I leave Costa Rica. I’m going to miss coming across random animals hanging out in trees. Puerto Rico has no large native land mammals, but it does have many birds and Mona Island Iguanas. #Photography #Video #Sloth
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Ed Sheeran’s decision to rely on Zionist talking points to express his ‘feelings’ was his final mistake in this catastrophic misreading of his situation. Failing to mention 20,000 dead children, tens of thousands of children with missing limbs, or even the word ‘genocide’ is simply disgraceful.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Coldplay Cam does it again! Kash Patel caught in a baaad situation; country music sensation girlfriend says she’s not surprised. #KashPatel #Bestiality
Kash Patel is holding a goat in his arms. Both Kash and the goat share the same comical, wide-eyed, open-mouthed expression, as if they are equally surprised or shocked. The goat is dressed in a humorous outfit: a black garment, a pearl necklace around its neck, and a gold bracelet on one leg, giving it a playful, human-like appearance. The scene is indoors, and the image is framed in a circular spotlight style, almost as if it’s being projected on a stage or large screen. The overall effect is lighthearted and amusing, with the matching expressions between human and animal adding to the comedy.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Centrist Democrats maintaining decorum, decency, and the status quo; Merrick Garland made Attorney General as a consolation prize; and Joe Biden’s ego and hubris are how we got here. If it costs us the Kennedy Center and the Republic, maybe we’ll re-learn the lessons of fascism and complicity.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Centrist Democrats maintaining decorum, decency, and the status quo; Merrick Garland made Attorney General as a consolation prize; and Joe Biden’s ego and hubris are how we got here. If it costs us the Kennedy Center and the Republic, maybe we’ll re-learn the lessons of fascism and complicity.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I was thinking… Is it just me or is anyone else noticing that with each passing week it’s becoming more and more difficult for the dozen or so billionaires, chip fabs, and AI companies to prop up global markets? #StockMarket #AIBubble #BondRates
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
If you have Ed Sheeran concert tickets, you can request a discretionary refund. Some providers may grant refunds as a courtesy, especially if fans argue that the experience is substantially different now that his band and opening acts have withdrawn from the tour. #Macklemore
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
It might just be me, but if Jewish people want to discuss #Macklemore or antisemitism, they should do so in the context of acknowledging an apartheid state, genocide, and decades of settler violence, so we understand their level of tolerance for bigotry. There is a lot of history being ignored.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
#Macklemore said ‘Free Palestine’ and Kraft said that’s ‘hate speech’. Ed said nothing because the show must go on… ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ 👇👇🏻👇🏼👇🏽👇🏾👇🏿👇👇🏻👇🏼👇🏽👇🏾👇🏿
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Weijia Jiang is a senior CBS News correspondent who is apparently now accepting her paycheck to parrot Republican talking points and attacks as a distraction from the issues voters want addressed. Abdul El-Sayed had no problem dealing with a former journalist turned shill.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Kushner has never been elected to any office & therefore is not a legitimate representative of either side of the so‑called ‘aisle.’ Why is it that whenever @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social speaks, all we hear are AIPAC talking points? Jeffries is unfit to be Speaker. #DenounceIsrael #DefundGenocide
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Reports in the world news say that Irish President Cathrine Connolly told 47 to shove his shillelagh where the shenanigans don’t shine. The after-meeting photos seem to confirm that narrative. #TrumpInIreland #ConnollyMeeting #USIrelandRelations #TrumpVisit
The U.S. President is walking forward, dressed formally in a dark blue suit, a crisp white shirt, and a red striped tie. His posture is upright, while his bruised, makeup-laden hands hang heavily at his sides. His facial expression appears angry, with his lips pressed together and his eyes slightly narrowed, giving him a childlike look, as though he has just been told to ‘go to his room.’

Just behind him is Irish President Katherine Connolly. She is wearing a dark outfit with light trim along the edges, accessorized with a necklace. Her demeanor is calm, stern-faced, and dignified.The U.S. President is wearing a blue suit, a white dress shirt, and a red tie that hangs loosely around his neck, not fully tightened. In one hand, he holds a red cap. His face shows a tired, slightly somber expression. His mouth is relaxed, not smiling, and his eyes appear heavy, as though he is deep in thought or weary. The loosened tie and the casual way he carries the cap contrast with the usual formality of his public image, giving the impression of a sullen, dejected man who finds himself alone in his time of need, abandoned by the allies he has alienated. The surroundings are dark, with faint outlines of trees visible, emphasizing the solitary and subdued mood of the scene.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Delaying an #IPO doesn’t translate to slowing down #AI research & development. The entire AI industry is sitting on more than $3 trillion in current & future #debt, all real, & current annual global #income is stagnant at $150 billion. They are barely keeping the lights on. #AIBubble #WeirdTiming
theguardian.com
‘We must slow the pace’: CEO of Anthropic calls for an AI slowdown
In a social media post, Dario Amodei proposed a plan including third-party evaluations of AI systems
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
I was thinking… There are now multiple sunken tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, each of which could become an Exxon‑Valdez‑scale disaster if their cargo tanks rupture. Right now, they are not leaking their cargo oil or gas. They are not harmless, and they are seven Exxon Valdez–size time bombs 💣.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
September 2026– Jacó Beach - Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Dark sand, heavy skies, waves rolling in, September’s Thursday feels like the world itself is trembling. Chaos looms, yet the ocean whispers resilience, reminding us that even in turmoil, calm endures…brighter skies will break through. #Photography
You’re standing on a beach with dark, volcanic sand stretching across the foreground. Gentle waves roll in, their white foam contrasting against the deep gray water. To the right, tall palm trees lean into the scene, their fronds reaching toward a heavy, cloud-filled sky. In the distance, two hilly landmasses rise from the ocean, partially covered in green vegetation. At their base, a few small buildings are tucked along the shoreline. The overall mood is dramatic and subdued, with the thick clouds casting a quiet, moody atmosphere over the landscape.This view also captures a dark sandy beach, but here the focus is on the ocean itself. Waves ripple toward the shore under a cloudy, silver-gray sky. Two landmasses extend into the sea, framing the horizon. A few people are visible in the water, swimming or perhaps surfing, adding a sense of life to the otherwise tranquil scene. Palm fronds hang down from the upper right corner, like a natural frame for the view. The atmosphere feels calm yet powerful, with the interplay of dark sand, silvery water, and dramatic clouds creating a contemplative mood.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Anniversaries are not always celebratory, but they are always worth marking with a fitting reminder. Charlie Kirk was a racist, a misogynist, a bigot, a homophobe, a transphobe, a white nationalist, a grifter, and a performative Christian who poisoned the minds of our youth. 1/2
Lenny, from The Simpsons, changing the sign DAYS WITHOUT Charlie Kirk saying something racist from 364 to 365.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Any publicly traded company with a market cap of $1 billion or more should be legally barred from receiving government subsidies for research & development unless the resulting products are placed in the public domain. The party of the future will be focused on consumer protections not oligarchs.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
9/11 was a workday. I had an East Coast satellite feed, & The Today Show was on TV. I couldn’t see the screen, but I remember the sudden change in the tone of the voices coming from the living room. It was 5:55 AM local time. I walked into the living room, sat down, cried, & didn’t move for hours.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Israeli Settler violence is not officially classified as terrorism, but in terms of methods and ideological framing, it most closely resembles groups like the KKK (domestic supremacist violence) and Taliban (religious-justified territorial aggression). Excused Islamophobia is unacceptable.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
I was thinking… The chasm between the perceived ‘right’ to be stupid and the absence of any law against stupidity is where the idiot thrives. #TimMiller #JVL #Science #STEM #VaccinesWork
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
September 2026– Jacó Beach - Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Home is the tide’s embrace, the hills rising green, the sand beneath my feet, where waves carry memory and every horizon whispers belonging. I am home. #Photography #Travel #BeachLife #Bluesky
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
It’s not a bigger scandal because, for 45 years, Republicans have been better at messaging, while corporate Democrats have quietly, and with all due decorum, played along, all the while accepting donations from the very same people who formed and funded Reagan’s ‘trickle‑down’ economic message.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
@maddow.bsky.social @chrislhayes.bsky.social @nicollewallace.bsky.social @mollyjongfast.bsky.social @ms.now @cnn.com @nbcnews.com 1/4 #VoteProgressive #Vote2026
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
HOLY MOLY — Climate change is now a matter of both fact and faith. It’s officially God versus the fossil fuel industry. 🍿🍿🍿 ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ 👇👇🏻👇🏼👇🏽👇🏾👇🏿👇👇🏻👇🏼👇🏽👇🏾👇🏿
americamagazine.org
Vatican theological commission defines ‘sin against creation and the Creator’ in new document
The more than 29,000 word text calls for ecological conversion due to “sin against creation and the Creator.”
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Maria Bartiromo’s firing strongly suggests that Fox News is trying to limit its legal exposure in the ongoing $2.7 billion Smartmatic defamation case. It also indicates that Fox News may be preparing to settle the case before it goes to trial. #FoxNewsLies
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
“Women have a special opportunity to live the revolution. By refusing to play their traditional role, they upset and displace the social structure around them…” — Gloria Steinem 1934-2026
• The image is monochrome, emphasizing contrasts of light and shadow.
• Gloria Steinem is shown facing the camera directly, her long hair falling naturally around her shoulders.
• She wears round eyeglasses that frame her eyes clearly, giving her a thoughtful, intellectual presence.
• Her expression is neutral, calm, and steady, with no smile but a sense of quiet strength.
• The background is plain and dark, which isolates her face and hair, drawing all attention to her features.
• The overall effect is classic and timeless, highlighting her distinctive appearance without distraction.• Gloria Steinem is seated comfortably on a green couch in a warmly decorated room.
• The setting is vibrant, with colorful textiles and patterned cushions surrounding her, adding richness and warmth to the scene.
• Decorative items in the background suggest a personal, lived-in space, full of character.
• She appears relaxed yet dignified, her posture upright but at ease.
• The lighting is soft and warm, enhancing the inviting atmosphere of the room.
• Text on the image reads: “1934–2026 Gloria Steinem George Etheredge for The New York Times,” marking it as commemorative.
• The portrait conveys both intimacy and respect, presenting her as a central figure in a space that feels personal and meaningful.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Trying to remember a time when Nancy Pelosi was ever blindsided by members of her own caucus. @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social is too focused on #AIPAC, #Israel, supporting #genocide, and sabotaging #DSA candidates, while neglecting his constituents, his party’s base, and his caucus. #VoteProgressive
cnn.com
Democrats shocked after 2 members cross aisle to help Republicans | CNN Politics
Speaker Mike Johnson nearly lost control of the House floor — again — because of a group of disgruntled conservatives.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Throw a party for 20 close friends and neighbors (G20); invite a former member of the friend circle who cheated on their spouse, lied to everyone, and allegedly committed murder when people became inconvenient. Then act surprised and hurt when next year it’s the G2 and the G18. #G20 #NoTrust #FAFO
reuters.com
US irks G20 ministers by bringing back Russia, barring journalists
The U.S. move dismayed some finance leaders present, deflecting from its bid ​to focus talks on global economic growth.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The perfect message for his supporters, the majority of whom are backward and poor, and who blame those less fortunate than themselves rather than the billionaires and oligarchs responsible for their failures. If you aren’t hearing the message it’s because it’s not meant for you; you’re not MAGA.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
While 47 is focused on building his vanity projects, corporate Democrats are busy ignoring their base, accepting donations from AIPAC, and funding Israel’s genocide. This election isn’t about democracy or the Republic; it’s about money and power. Corporate Democrats are no better than MAGA.
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SoloSojourner @solosojourner.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Great episode discussing 47’s low poll numbers, 33% approval, & the hope that his negative impact will shape the midterms. Meanwhile, Democrats’ approval sits at 34% as they form their traditional circular firing squad over Hasan Piker & reject Abdul El-Sayed’s candidacy in favor of the Republican.
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