Austin Kocher, PhD
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"If a service member is good enough to fight and die for this country, they should be good enough to live in this country:" Danitza James w/ Repatriate Our Patriots Link: austinkocher.substack.com/p/if-a-servi...
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A Vietnam veteran in Mexico needed emergency care, but he died bc ICE wouldn't let him go to the VA. Do you agree that veterans deserve better than this? austinkocher.substack.com...
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"Without immigration, we're not a superpower. "Army veteran and MacArthur genius grant recipient Margaret Stock on why immigrants are key to US national security and the shoddy gov...
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"Without immigration, we're not a superpower. "Army veteran and MacArthur genius grant recipient Margaret Stock on why immigrants are key to US national security and the shoddy gov...
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A woman who experienced a miscarriage in detention received no medical care for 10 days, was deported in an acute medical crisis, and had her life saved only because reception cent...
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Veteran Danitza James explains how it's possible that she served this country during two tours in Iraq and still left the military without citizenship. This should not happen. Ever...
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Zain Lakhani explains how the United States is creating a long-term family separation crisis that will last for decades and why we urgently need to build an international family reunification system. Link: austinkocher.substack.com/p/ice-is-vio...
Should we refer to ICE detention centers as “concentration camps” - or is this even the right way to ask the question? John Washington and I explored this in a wide-ranging conversation today. Listen here + what do you think? austinkocher.substack.com/p/centers-or...
Anthropologist Amelia Frank-Vitale's new book "Leave If You Can" explains why deportation doesn't stop migration, what U.S. immigration policy gets wrong about Honduras, and what we could fix. Listen full convo: austinkocher.substack.com/p/migration-...
Veteran Danitza James explains how it's possible that she served this country during two tours in Iraq and still left the military without citizenship. This should not happen. Ever. austinkocher.substack.com/p/if-a-servi...
"Without immigration, we're not a superpower. "Army veteran and MacArthur genius grant recipient Margaret Stock on why immigrants are key to US national security and the shoddy government legal work she's fighting in court every day. austinkocher.substack.com/p/without-im...
Is the Dignity Act "Amnesty"? My Conversation with Ashley DeAzevedo and Rebecca Shi @afuashley Link: austinkocher.substack.com/p/is-the-dig...
"Without immigration, we're not a superpower. "Army veteran and MacArthur genius grant recipient Margaret Stock on why immigrants are key to US national security and the shoddy government legal work she's fighting in court every day. austinkocher.substack.com/p/without-im...
I hosted Zain Lakhani from the Women’s Refugee Commission for a conversation about her new jointly-authored report with Physicians for Human Rights, titled "What About My Children: Family Separation Among Parents Deported to Honduras.” link: austinkocher.substack.com/p/ice-is-vio...
Anthropologist Amelia Frank-Vitale's new book "Leave If You Can" explains why deportation doesn't stop migration, what U.S. immigration policy gets wrong about Honduras, and what we could fix. Listen full convo: austinkocher.substack.com/p/migration-...
"Without immigration, we're not a superpower. "Army veteran and MacArthur genius grant recipient Margaret Stock on why immigrants are key to US national security and the shoddy government legal work she's fighting in court every day. austinkocher.substack.com/p/without-im...
"We weren't ready for the pace... Give (Montreal) credit, they made plays. They made plays, and they got us, but I didn't really know what we were doing." Rod Brind'Amour explaining the #Canes' turbulent first period.
I’m so proud of the people who are fighting silent battles every single day. The ones who keep showing up even when it’s hard, even when no one sees the weight they’re carrying. Strength isn’t always loud. #mentalhealth #mattsfoundation
It was an honor to serve as a judge for the 51st Gracie Awards, celebrating the women whose voices continue to shape media, storytelling, and culture. Congratulations to all of the winners and honorees. It was wonderful meeting so many inspiring people across entertainment, journalism, tv.
The technique on this is simply outrageous 😍 #astonvillafc #astonvilla #avfc #uel #europaleague #football #footballnews #footballskills #footballculture #fyp #bluesky #sport #sports
Next week's preview of Beyond the Gates.. ▪︎Leslie is still looking for friends ▪︎ Eva keeps following in her mother's thottish footsteps ▪︎Sassy Samantha wants to be sexy Samantha Richardson Smith ▪︎Ted and Carlton square up #beyondthegates #BTG #beyondthegatescbs #cbs
I almost turned down the saturation on this one, such bright color in the daylight! House Finches #birds
NorCal temperature turnaround | The Delta breeze will increase on Tuesday and bring temps down. https://www.kcra.com/article/norcal-forecast-delta-breeze-drops-temperatures-tuesday-1778587378/71280181
Marco Rubio is going to say whatever pleases Donald Trump. But the American people heard it for themselves: Trump does not care about your financial situation.
AI is getting better at doing—but it’s still bad at judging. In the 2026 economy, your real edge isn’t more information; it’s better critical thinking. questionclass.com/why-is-criti... #criticalthinking #futureofwork #ai #decisionmaking #careergrowth #questionclass
By detecting biomarkers linked to Alzheimer’s, new blood tests may help identify the disease earlier, expand access to diagnosis, and support timely treatment decisions. 🔗 Learn more: www.parsemus.org/2026/03/new-... #Alzheimers #BrainHealth #Dementia #CognitiveHealth
You were built for this! #Pinks #BlueCrew #50501Movement #Indivisible #ClaimYourPower
❗Arne Slot's Injury Excuse? Does It Hold Up? @davidlynchlfc & @DaveD0106 on Media Matters podcasts
If you need a ride for tonight’s @datelinenbc.bsky.social weekend mystery. Your coach awaits you. 9/8c #Dateline
Congratulations to our friends on their new baby. Watch to see what they’re having ❤️❤️❤️ Gender Reveal / Baby reveal / new parents / God is good / family
"The same age as Cook was when he took the role." Back in October 2025, @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com flagged John Ternus as Apple’s next CEO — and reflected on Tim Cook’s legacy.
Pokémon Merch at GO Tour Kalos Los Angeles! 🙌 Thank you Pokémon GO for #free_access to #PokemonGOTour 🥹 Join my LIVE streams💜 #pokemongo #pokemonstreamer #pokemongoevent
🔊 Yanislava Karusheva wrapped up the 2nd EASD Early Career Academy Meeting in Düsseldorf 🇩🇪 that offered unique opportunities for young researchers to connect with possible mentors at the pinnacle of their careers. 📺 Watch & read here: easd-elearning.eu/news/468/EAS... #Diabetes #Research
Community building retrofits can strengthen resilience to extreme weather while supporting inclusive, local green jobs. Make the most out of your retrofit project: https://greenmunicipalfund.ca/resources/guides-equity-and-non-energy-benefits-community-building-retrofits
Tip: Take out enemies the Baraxium first to stay safe from heavy ranged attacks! 🔫 Wishlist Cardstronaut on Steam today. #indiegame #gamedev #TurnBasedThursday #rougelike #indiegamedev
#AiCommunity #aivideo #CreativeAi I keep making the mistake of reading the news...
The nationwide strychnine ban is set to resume in 2027. What will the future of crop protection and pasture stability look like then? This is a critical conversation about regulatory overreach, economic stability, and food security.
"...The sonic landscape of conflict—the sudden silence after chaos, the irregular heartbeat of distant artillery, that unnatural quiet following destruction—has inevitably found its way into my musical language..."Tamar Sagiv Explore the album: www.sonoluminus.com/sonoluminus/... #NewMusic
Slow enrollment, limited diversity, rising regulatory pressure are slowing down the trial recruitment progress. Industry experts reveal how RWD & advanced tech are transforming every stage of clinical trial ops from feasibility to retention. ow.ly/R9ML50YpefB
The Justice Department doesn't work for Donald Trump. Yesterday, it is again acting like it does by opening a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who won two civil judgments against him for sexual abuse and defamation.
COSMIC ANGELS (Kurara/Poi): フィッシャマンズ・スクリュー・ホールド (FISHERMAN'S SCREW HOLD) | Bridging spinning fisherman's neckbreaker The Fisherman's screw is a safer variation of Masato Yoshino's Lightning Screw, a move he vowed not to teach as it can be dangerous. In #STARDOM, SLK, Poi, and Kurara use the move.
Live from Montgomery County, it’s happening this weekend. Here's your weekly guide of 7 things to do, including Bethesda’s Round House Theatre Teen Takeover.
"So Zhan Zhan should post more live photos." Xiao Zhan: Okay. 😂 His laugh 🥹🥹🥹❤️ #XiaoZhan肖战 #XiaoZhanxHonor #XiaoZhanxHonorLS26
A real-time demonstration of “Talking Hypermasculinity Blues” from today. #Trump #Ballroom #USPolitics #Vote #Toxic #BigMad #SocialCommentary #Protest #Folk #FolkPunk
Scottish businesses are struggling & many face a 400% tax increase under the SNP Scottish Govt. Scotland's high streets need more support - an overhaul of business rates would help achieve stronger economic growth. A Scottish Labour government would deliver this.
This is Homerun ⚾️ Meet Maria Malmström - Rental Manager With a background in marketing and now leading the rental department, she works closely with property owners and clients to ensure every home is presented at its best and every rental experience runs seamlessly.
A Guide to Blockchain for Modern Investors: Unlocking the Power of Data Tokenization From fractional real estate to secure digital assets, learn the benefits, real-world use cases, and future trends driving this financial revolution. www.blockchainx.tech/data-tokeniz...
Guess who forgot to announce it. WE'RE GOING IN RAW, PAC-MAN WORLD 2 RE-PAC BABY (over @ www.twitch.tv/maikuvanilla) #VtuberEN
Stop pitching to solve your own problems. You are there to fix the publisher's problems, like filling a release gap or entering a new market. 🔗 Check out more on the Art of Pitching: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXvf... #IndieGameDev #IndieDev #GameDevTips
A couple of weeks ago, I commented how, I came to regret all the judgement and advice I gave to folks who had kids before I had my own. Even if you're right... just be mindful. "Just talk to them" is always easier said than done. 😅
Colorado winter: mildly dramatic. Colorado spring: loading… 🌱 If labs have been on the back burner, ABOLabs comes to you—no waiting rooms, no winter commute. abolabs.org
Literally you 😂 | RuViral Literally you #Shorts 🔥 More viral clips & AI art: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RuViralEN TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coolvidzcool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vidzcool/
MN House Speaker and GOP gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth refuses to rule out a pardon for Derek Chauvin: "There's a lot that goes into any type of pardon decision."
"The world that rich people live in is so different from ours. I wonder if it rains there." Remember this next time you read a quote from a tech bro or precarious-job billionaire. They live in a different world, & some (if not most) have forgotten what it's like in ours. #GoodMorning, everyone
On this day in 2025, "You know, I really adore Bo and I'm so happy for his family. There is a little part of me that wonders if their family's miracle came at the expense of ours." (1/2) #DAYS #DOOL #Jarlena #Bope #Eric