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Third Act Maryland

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A group of folks who used to not "trust anyone over 30" fighting for climate justice and democracy and a livable planet for future generations. thirdact.org/maryland

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Make Polluters Pay International @makepolluterpayint.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
This is huge! The UN Secretary-General António Guterres has just used his final General Assembly speech to world leaders to pay tribute to our #MakePollutersPay movement. “You are on the right side of history – keep going.” This movement is powerful. We are changing politics. Get involved!
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Research shows postcard campaigns boost turnout by 1-2%, which can make a huge difference in close elections! Here, we partnered with Progressive Turnout Project at 7 Locks Brewing, Rockville MD to write postcards to remind swing states voters to vote Nov. 3. Couple hours well spent, w/ Pumpkin Ale!
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
#TeslaTakedown Rockville MD Vote early!
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Gorman Rd banner drop over I-95. Vote early! @indivisiblehocomd.bsky.social
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Icymi, here's the recording and links to key resources: coveringclimatenow.org/event/suncor...
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Suncor v. Boulder: The Climate Showdown at the Supreme Court — Covering Climate Now
 The first case the US Supreme Court will hear this fall term is a blockbuster climate lawsuit — one of dozens brought by state and local governments that argue oil companies deceived the public abou...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Join the movement to build clean energy, and get our governments to act faster.
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Solar for All
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Stop Bleeding the Future. AI Is Not Inevitable! Some politicians are being bought by an AI superpac called "Leading the Future," so we're outing them in a campaign we're calling Stop Bleeding the Future. Contact your reps & demand they refuse AI superpac money. Go to bleedingthefuture.org
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
"The path forward is difficult, but the way is clear. We want solar for everyone, everywhere, before the decade is out. ... standing up to the powerful can be scary. But ... one thing that unites us, ... we live beneath the same sun. That unity is our strength, and we must use it to act now."
theguardian.com
The climate fight has one great ally. You just can’t look at it directly | Bill McKibben
There is hope in solar power. As the UN meets, we are urging leaders to pursue a clear goal: clean energy for all by 2030
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Not voting is voting.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
More than 1 in 4 Americans live in a community that is fighting to put Big Oil companies on trial to hold them accountable for their climate deception and make them pay for the harm they have caused. SC’s Suncor v. Boulder ruling ... important impact on future climate accountability across U.S.
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Peter Sagal @petersagal.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
In an Uber. Driver having loud phone conversation with someone in Spanish. A little annoying, but it happens. He hangs up. Says, “Mi hermano. La Migra.” And starts weeping.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
"The progress we made in moving away from higher emissions futures should tell us that progress is possible. But it shouldn’t breed complacency; the risks remain far too high and grow with each molecule of carbon emitted. The world still isn’t nearly concerned enough."
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My new NYT op-ed on climate change risk
We’ve made real progress bending down the curve of emissions, but risks remain far too high for complacency
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Extreme Heat and Health, 10/20/26, Wash., DC & Virtual @nationalacademies.org discussion to "explore the human health impacts of extreme heat, community adaptation strategies, and innovative solutions that can increase preparedness in a warming world." Register: tinyurl.com/5xbu662z
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Extreme Heat and Health: Ramanathan Climate Conversation 2026
Register for this event from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
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QuitGPT @quitgpt.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
BIG AI IS BUYING OFF POLITICIANS. We're doing something about it. As people demand action to stop Big AI from putting our lives in danger, execs from OpenAI, Palantir, and a16z built a monster Super PAC to pay politicians to kill common-sense regulation. Read this 🧵 to learn more.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
“Suncor v. Boulder: The Climate Showdown at the Supreme Court” Wed., 9/23, 12 noon Eastern Join @coveringclimatenow.org and @pointsourcenews.org for a conversation about the blockbuster climate lawsuit that will open the US Supreme Court’s fall term (10/5). RSVP: tinyurl.com/3es2hjeu
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Suncor v. Boulder: The Climate Showdown at the Supreme Court. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
The first case the US Supreme Court will hear this fall term is a blockbuster climate lawsuit — one of dozens brought by state and local governments that argue oil companies deceived the public about ...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Icymi, here's the recording: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTBp...
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Rising Energy Bills, Climate, and the 2026 Midterms
YouTube video by Covering Climate Now
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
"The impacts of the climate crisis on extreme weather and the creation of so-called weather whiplash events are driving a more erratic and unpredictable water cycle."
theguardian.com
2025 was among driest years on record for world’s rivers, study finds
Analysis of global resources reveals depletion in world’s water savings bank to 42% below normal levels last year
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
#TeslaTakedown Rockville this morning. If you are in Maryland, vote early! Oct. 22-29 elections.maryland.gov/voting/early...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
"The largest North American investors are forging ahead on climate action, despite clean energy policy rollbacks in the U.S."
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Forging Ahead: A 2026 Assessment of Investor Climate Action Across North America
Climate action is becoming more financially disciplined. Ceres' analysis of 2025 disclosures from 50 major North American investors shows how capital is being allocated, governed, and tied to portfoli...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Third Act Maryland endorses Chuck Borges for Senate! Chuck is committed to protecting the Chesapeake, supporting clean energy & holding polluters accountable. He favors renewable land use opportunities that benefit farmers directly. Donate/volunteer: chuck4md.com @chuck4md.bsky.social
Photo of Chuck Borges against an orange background with a Maryland state flag motif overlay. Text over image reads, Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Chuck Borges for Senate, District 29! The Third Act Maryland logo is in the lower right corner set against a white background.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Shaara Watts for Delegate! Saltwater intrusion due to climate disruptions is a serious problem for farmers, and nuisance flooding is more than a nuisance. That's why we need a bold, courageous leader like Shaara! Volunteer & donate today: shaarawattsforsomd.com
Photo of Shaara Watts against a blue background with a photo of the Maryland statehouse over her left shoulder. Text over image reads, Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Shaara Watts for Delegate, District 29C. The Third Act Maryland logo is in the lower right corner.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Jennifer Davidson for Delegate! Who will fight back hard against data centers? Who will steadfastly support family farms? Who wants to enshrine voting rights in the state constitution? Jennifer Davidson, of course. Volunteer/donate to elect Jennifer: jenformd.com
Photo of Jennifer Davidson against a yell0w/orange background with a Maryland flag motif in the upper left corner and  the Third Act Maryland logo in the lower left corner. Text over the image reads, Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Jennifer Davidson for Delegate, District 27C!
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Advance Maryland @advancemaryland.org · 17/09/2026
📣 JOIN US! Is your BGE heating bill too high? Do you think we should use cleaner energy to power our 🏠? Next month, our utility regulators will hold a hearing on the future of gas in MD. 📅 Join us Thurs., September 24 to learn how YOU can act before this important hearing. RSVP ➡️ bit.ly/fog924
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
We proudly endorse Jerry Donald for Delegate! ☑️Fighting data centers in Frederick ☑️People over corps & billionaires ☑️Fair treatment for all ☑️Clean air & water We could check boxes all day, and we still wouldn't cover all the reasons we support Jerry. Volunteer: www.donald4delegate.com/contact
Photo of Jerry Donald against a green background and in front of the Maryland state flag. Text over photo reads, Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Jerry Donald for Delegate, District 4! The Third Act Maryland logo is in the lower left corner.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Lara Westdorp for Senate! No one is more relentless in fighting to rein in data centers in Frederick County. And Lara has worked tirelessly to advance equal treatment for all residents in Frederick County. Volunteer for Lara: tinyurl.com/WestdorpVol
Circular photo of Lara Westdorp set against a blue and white background. Text above the photo reads Third Act Maryland proudly endorses Lara Westdorp for Senate, District 4! The Third Act Maryland logo appears in the lower right corner.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
How the Physical and Financial Grids Should Shape Your Energy Strategy, A Practical Framework for Evaluating Energy Plans. Thurs., 9/17/26, 1:15-2:15 pm EDT Register to get the recording link: register.gotowebinar.com/register/788...
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Katie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Vote like your life depends on it. Because it does.
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Third Act @thirdactorg.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Join GrayPAC and Third Act on September 16 for our September All-In Call with special guest Rep. Justin Pearson! Join us to learn how you can help elect climate and democracy champions in 2026. RSVP: thirdact.org/events/septe...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
New Environmental Protection Network report: EPA & other Federal agencies are weakening protection from pollution as health risks from data centers is growing, leaving communities at risk, with less information, less say, and less recourse.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Carbon wave instead of C footprint; collective instead of individual. But, they're not mutually exclusive but parts of a continuum. Stokes: “It doesn’t have to start as a huge thing. You just begin where you are and believe that you can make an impact.”
yaleclimateconnections.org
Inside the passage of America’s biggest climate law » Yale Climate Connections
In a new memoir, author Leah Stokes takes readers behind the scenes of U.S. democracy – and shows how people can still have an outsize impact by working together.
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IndivisibleHoCoMD❌👑 @indivisiblehocomd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
We are stronger when we show up for one another. IndivisibleHoCoMD and its supporters are proud to be part of Indivisible’s massive voter protection initiative alongside thousands of volunteers. Every conversation is a step toward communities staying united. Join us at tinyurl.com/ysa26n95. 🍃
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Join Our Midterm Election Protection Program
In 2026 we are building our strongest election protection program ever, in all 50 states. We’re going to bring Indivisible’s grassroots organizing force out to ensure that whatever tricks they try to ...
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Lawrence MacDonald @climateboomer.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
@thirdactorg.bsky.social what are these oldsters up to now? @thirdactmd.bsky.social @thirdactdc.bsky.social @thirdactactionslab.bsky.social #vote! #DMV
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
We're attending a @theactionnetwork.bsky.social event: September @thirdactorg.bsky.social All-In Call with Special Guest Rep. Justin Pearson. RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/septe...
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September All In Call
As a drumbeat in the lead to the midterm election, join Third Act as we get fired up to vote and win back our democracy.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
#TeslaTakedown Rockville MD Vote early!
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
“The paper also reminds us why every fraction of a degree matters. The more we warm the planet, the more we risk activating natural processes that add still more greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. This makes rapid reductions in fossil fuel emissions even more urgent.”
theguardian.com
Climate ‘feedback loops’ could worsen global warming by 30%, study finds
Emissions of planet-heating methane and CO2 from natural sources are worsening the climate crisis, paper says
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
How the Physical and Financial Grids Should Shape Your Energy Strategy, A Practical Framework for Evaluating Energy Plans Thurs., 9/17/26, 1:15-2:15 pm EDT Register to get the recording link: register.gotowebinar.com/register/788...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
"Real journalism — the rigorous, fair-minded gathering of facts and the public distribution of a coherent narrative — is an antidote to the confusion fostered by today’s information pollution." @coveringclimatenow.org
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The Tech Bros’ War on Climate Action — Covering Climate Now
We live in a time, journalist Amy Westervelt laments in her new book, Brought To You By, when “millions of people have been convinced that it is patriotic to be antidemocracy [and] that doctors are no...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Here's the recent UNEP report that's been in the news--though not enough ...
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Limiting Overshoot - Navigating exceedance of 1.5°C and pathways towards return
Limiting global warming to 1.5°C remains a cornerstone of the Paris Agreement, yet under current policies and alternative near-term trajectories, exceedance of 1.5°C is now widely assessed as unavoida...
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Miaganga @miaganga.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
"The consensus among climate scientists is that surface warming of the planet will stop when we reach zero carbon emissions, and we have the clean energy technology to do this. It's simply a matter of finding the political will."
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'Alarm bells ringing': US summer heat shatters record
The United States has endured its hottest summer on record, a new peak that scientists said should send alarm bells ringing over the increasingly dire impacts of climate change.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Wed., 9/16, 3 pm ET join @coveringclimatenow.org: what’s causing the energy affordability crisis, how that could impact the midterms, and how climate change plays a role. RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Rising Energy Bills, Climate, and the 2026 Midterms. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Americans are facing an energy affordability crisis, and relief can't come soon enough. How current officials and winning candidates tackle energy affordability will determine whether states maintain ...
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Senator Chris Van Hollen @vanhollen.senate.gov · 08/09/2026
Trump's corruption has infected nearly every aspect of American life. From our economy to our national security, we are worse off & less safe because of it.   Thank you to my friend @merkley.senate.gov for helping us shine a light on the most corrupt presidency in American history.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
"most effective action ... is rapid and sustained emissions reductions, alongside stronger adaptation and resilience. ... technologies ... cannot substitute for cutting emissions at source today. ... countries with greater historical responsibility and capability must act the hardest and fastest."
pican.org
Overshoot is not surrender: PICAN says every fraction of a degree is now a fight for survival
PICAN responds to UNEP’s 1.5°C overshoot report, warning that every fraction of warming matters and calling for urgent emissions cuts and climate finance.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
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No Kings: Vote Early Kickoff Call · No Kings
Join our September 10 No Kings: Vote Early Kickoff Call to learn more about the vision, urgency, and strategy behind the No Kings coalition’s early vote activation and election protection campaign and...
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
theguardian.com
US datacenters face further backlash over wastewater pollution
From rare bacteria to ‘forever chemicals’, a series of cases of violations or alleged pollution has prompted alarm
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Leave a public comment before September 21st deadline: tinyurl.com/j3famxpm
qasimrashid.com
Why the Roadless Rule Matters
This little known rule is a key reason why wild, pristine forests still exist in the US — and it's under threat of repeal under Trump. Here's what you need to know and how to stop Trump.
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
"Roadless Rule," one of the most important environmental protections in the United States
theguardian.com
Trump rollback of US forest protections could accelerate extinction of 400 endangered species
Decision to rescind ‘roadless rule’ opens more than 45m acres of national forests to roads, drilling and logging
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
"movement against datacenters ... best opportunity ... in generations to truly shake up American politics, by redirecting the partisan anger that oligarchic forces have long used to divide regular Americans ... [toward] billionaires that are actually the cause of so many of our shared problems."
theguardian.com
The datacenter backlash is bringing the entire political spectrum together – against big tech billionaires
The movement against datacenters is uniting Americans because they perfectly illustrate how a few individuals hold all the power to control decisions that affect our lives
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
@thirdactmd.bsky.social All-in Call, 9/23, 7-8:15 pm, with Josh Hastings, Dem. nominee, House of Delegates, District 38B and Amar Mukunda, Dem. nominee, Senate, District 39. Join to hear why they’re running and what they hope to accomplish in Annapolis. Register: tinyurl.com/TAMDCall
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Third Act Maryland @thirdactmd.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Trump reported $1.4 billion from crypto ventures in 2025. One president. One year. Families count grocery money while corrupt Republicans call this leadership. The White House isn’t public service when Trump uses it like an ATM. We’re paying for the withdrawal. #CostOfCorruption
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