What does it mean for a democracy when the people elected to serve it feel unsafe in their own communities? When civic engagement starts to shrink, the warning signs are hard to ignore.

Stock trading bans for Congress get applause at every single town hall. Republicans, Democrats, Independents. Every time. So why is it still happening? This week, Tiffany Muller of End Citizens United joins us to talk about exactly that. TUNE IN: www.futurehindsight.com/episodes/the...

No vaccine access when feds roll back. No abortion when courts attack. No SNAP when the government shuts down. Julia Spiegel shows how governors working together fill the gaps and meet people's actual needs right now. TUNE IN: www.futurehindsight.com/episodes/gov...

We throw the word “radical” around a lot in politics. But what if we’ve been pointing it in the wrong direction? Let’s go a little deeper… 🧵(1/3)

Change is a team sport. @equalityalec.bsky.social of the Civil Rights Corps joined us on the show to remind us that organizing with others isn’t just powerful — it is the point. Real democracy is built in community, not in isolation. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts! 🎙🎙

What is the current state of our civic health? Depending on who you ask, the answer may vary. But most will agree that civic engagement far and wide needs a little… spark. Curious? Michael Zakaras of @ashoka.org US has us covered. TUNE IN: www.futurehindsight.com/episodes/eve...

When civic engagement only happens at elections, who loses? Everyone. Raj Vinnakota reveals how society fails young people by not showing them weekly pathways to solve community problems. Join us to explore this crisis of civic muscle – and how we fix it: www.futurehindsight.com/episodes/how...

Billionaires spent $16 million on elections in 2008. By 2024, that number had grown to $2.6 billion. That's 162x more in just a few cycles. And no, that’s not a typo. So how did it get like this? 🧵(1/3)

The authoritarian playbook isn't just about power. It's about money. And it always has been, hasn’t it??? 🧵(1/3)

This week on FH, we're sharing our episode with Alec Karakatsanis, who joined us to explain how “copaganda” sells fear, then offers only one “solution” by pouring endless resources into the punishment machine while ignoring what actually makes communities safe. (2/3)

Conservative MP Harriet Cross, "The SNP always makes a promise and always fails to deliver it" Wait till she learns about the 14 years of Conservative chaos

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“The real cruelty we have in this province is there’s lots of food on the shelf… it’s just that people don’t have the money to buy it,” Mike von Massow (@uofguelph.bsky.social), at 8pm with Gary Sands (CFIG), Carolyn Stewart (Feed Ontario), and @jeyantvo.bsky.social | Producer: Mike Attenborough

The EV narrative is evolving and BorgWarner is already ahead. By doubling down on hybrids and electrification, it’s capturing the full spectrum of demand in Asia’s auto revolution. aktiego.com/sectors/ener... #EnergyTransition #EV #AutoTech $BWA

I am grateful for the support of State Rep. Ana Maria Rodriguez Ramos as Chair of the Texas Progressive Caucus. This movement stretches across Houston, Dallas, and the state of Texas. Early Voting Starts May 18! #ThePeoplesCongressman

A deal is a deal.

I was pleased to welcome @hrwallingford.bsky.social to the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee’s Innovation Showcase. HR Wallingford is doing important work on water challenges and the UK must invest in sovereign science to strengthen our position as an attractive hub for innovation.

Single photons, uncopyable & secure, now travel existing fiber optic networks! 🔓 Niels Bohr Institute cracked a key hurdle for quantum comms. #quantumcomputing Source: https://phys.org/news/2026-04-longstanding-quantum-roadblock-fell-fiber.html

Palestine Action has sabotaged trucks at DSV's Bristol depot, a logistics firm that transports weapons and key components for Elbit Systems, Israel's largest arms producer. DSV has been repeatedly targeted by activists demanding the firm cut ties with Elbit

This is what farage wants. We can not turn our medical system into an insurance based system. We must give farage the middle finger 🖕

Yesterday, we celebrated the retirement of Cheryl Fish-Parcham after 32 years of extraordinary service on behalf of health care consumers. 🧵

In 2029–30, students and graduates will pay more in HECS indexation than multinational gas corporations pay in tax on our oil and gas. Let that sink in. Australians deserve a fair share of our natural resources, and a government with the courage to stand up for them.

Howwwwdy folks and welcome to Wolfy Wednesday, make happiness a goal for a howwwwling good day.

Custom art work courtesy of the barn cats #caturday

Pá de cal nos EUA. De império hegemônico para IMPÉRIO PIRATA 🏴‍☠️. Quee situação hein. 😬 Desespero em não perder a boca livre é foda. Mas o lucro rápido do roubo, sempre termina mal no médio e curto prazo.

🐧 Penguin inspecting a camera 😂 #AnimalSky

the clay is rising 🎨 Like our content? Check out our art here → https://f.mtr.cool/gizeesvjqo 🔗 Check out our other accounts → https://f.mtr.cool/ndfowbvduj #exploreproject #satisfying #fyp #art

Good morning! I think everyone deserves one calm hour a day with no pressure and a good cup of coffee ☕️

"I think it's extraordinary to fire the head of the Army, the largest branch in the military, during a war and not related to the war itself, right? [Gen. Randy George] did nothing wrong within the war, and so I think it's extraordinary, raises real questions," said Idrees Ali.

Transmogrify space invaders' carpet bombers into Eden seeds - in Neofeud 2, my sci-fi #adventuregame ! Neofeud 1 is 70% off now: store.steampowered.com/app/673850/N... #visualnovel #scifiart #art #artist #steam #retrogame #indiegame #scifi #NoAI #artistonblueksy

🇺🇦 Ukraine drone race trains troops for ‘kill zone’ warfare Ukrainian soldiers take part in a drone competition known as “Wild Drones”, showcasing high-speed manoeuvring skills as drone technology plays an increasingly central role in modern warfare.

Ultra Sunn - Keep Your Eyes Peeled Álbum: Night Is Mine EP - Vorwärts Edition (2022) Sello: Cold Transmission Music #UltraSunn #KeepYourEyesPeeled #Electronic #EBM #Darkwave #NewBeat

🧬 From the first bespoke CRISPR therapy‑for‑one infant, to early blood tests for pancreatic cancer and mRNA‑based allergy vaccines, 2025 breakthroughs are quietly redefining what’s “treatable” in 2026 and beyond. #CRISPR #Cancer #Allergies #HIV #FutureOfMedicine

✨Today we’re talking about the Deathletter. They bring hive-mind intelligence, adaptive tactics, and chilling lore that sets them apart from anything else you’ll face in @shadeprotocolgame.bsky.social ✨ ✨ open.spotify.com/episode/7ibX... ✨ #razzledazzle #razzledazzleshow #indiegames #shadeprotocol

Vanilla Ice and Flo Rida, seeing who blinks first

Bei bestem Wetter in den Deutsche Bank Park! ☀️ #SGE | #SGEHSV

#WrestleSky Our boy comes home tonight…

New Ironmouse BGM "Gremlin’s Snowy Palace" composed by StarlightDaryl! ⚠️This is an official BGM, do not reproduce, edit, or replicate for commercial purposes, or use for generative AI learning #ironmouse #angelofmusic #ironmouseart #demonqueen #christmas #bgm #vtuber

Les presentamos a David Palomo, quién ha logrado de su afición hacer su modo de vida. Y todo ello, gracias al "Freestyle Highline". Les contamos de qué se trata, pero cuidado, si padecen de vértigo.

In our Q2 Learning Session, Dr. Maurice Henson spoke on how narrative power can start at the dinner table and even in community conversations. Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/4wXkihw #Partners4HE

ABS confirmed in #Twins at #Pirates (Top 7). Kody Clemens challenged the called strike. Called strike confirmed. HP: Jansen Visconti | Upheld 57.1% (32/56). Result: Kody Clemens called out on strikes.

#rowdyroddypiper #wrestling #wwe #hotwings #ChallengeAccepted 🪨🔫

He got the zoomies mid pup cup run 🐶🚗💨 #FrenchBulldog #DogHumor #PupCup #FunnyDogs #caraccident

I prioritize my #mentalhealth over #politics, especially given the current US climate. Refusing to "chime in" on negativity/cruelty is a powerful act of quiet resistance! I don’t need validation or constant presence to remain a quiet ally for you, during these turbulent times. #gr3tetag #motivation

A game that high school seniors are playing for fun left one Portage student with a felony charge and caused him to spend three nights in jail. Why he said police took it too far, and the response from law enforcement. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

What a beautiful day in Colma, standing up for the rights & freedoms for ourselves & our neighbors — join us! #Resist #TeslaTakedown #StopICE #ICEOut #ICEOutForGood #NoKings #EpsteinFiles #RemoveTheRegime #Colma #California #FreeAmerica #Indivisible @maddow.bsky.social @50501movement.bsky.social

A raging drug addict?

Kristi Noem is out — but I'm not done holding DHS accountable. I refused to vote for another dime to fund Noem's lawless operations and supported her impeachment because she let her federal agents trample on Americans' constitutional rights with impunity. (1/2)

We were proud to honor Rachel Copeland of the Autism Academy for Education and Development as our August Star Teacher! Rachel’s passion for teaching began as a child, inspired by the impact teachers have on students’ lives. 👏 Read more here: buff.ly/LZAdfT9

Morrowind might be a perfect game. 👻clipped by @iafwstatic.bsky.social #morrowind #elderscrolls3 #vtuber

Great talking with Brad Hamilton at KPIX about Rep. Eric Swalwell jumping into the California governor’s race. Appreciated the chance to dig into what his candidacy means for the state’s political landscape. www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLtS... @kpixtv.bsky.social @ericswalwell.bsky.social

Throwback to one of my favorite poems I've written~ Oh yeah, I don't just write novels, I write poetry too. This one, Forgiveness, is one of my many pieces about mental health. In this case? We're talking boundaries and leaving toxicity behind. Because mental health matters ♥️

This Slavery is a book about women and work and weaving - but it’s also quite a lot about BURNING EVERYTHING DOWN 🔥

Tonight's radio show April Fool's Day Special DJ Flower Power (age 12) + Dr. Rock (ancient wizard) spin silly (for April Fool), strange (for full moon), rockin' (for rock lovers) songs Lucifer's Friend, Redd Kross, many more Tonight 9 pm CDT WLHA 640 AM Live365 Radio player.live365.com/a04907

QTP with a red-haired girl!

Like sometimes you really can just tell when a guy begged to take certain spots.

Rubio: Greenland is part of Denmark, for now. For daily global news videos, please visit Ranked.News/videos

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#Cubs  lose the game 5-1 to the Cardinal and the series. Jordan Wicks gave up 2 in the first, couldn’t make it out of the third inning. The Cubs only run came on an Alex Bregman solo home run and the offense was 0-8 with RISP and left 7 on base: