Tariffs don’t make the US tough: they’re expensive and hurt my constituents. #illinois #trump #stateoftheunion #pritzker #tariffs (1/4)

You might have seen the headlines about Illinois pensions. Here’s what it actually means for you: (1/4)

Taxpayer dollars should never be used to reward attacks on our democracy. Yet today, we’re seeing a dangerous precedent unfold. Trump created a $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” which would allow individuals who claim they were “wronged” by the federal government (1/4)

As the Chief Sponsor of the Illinois Assault Weapons Ban, I have always vehemently opposed the work of the NRA, an organization that prioritizes weapons over human lives. 🧵(1/2)

Today, we're back in Springfield, kicking off the start of the Spring 2026 legislative session, and my focus is clear: affordability and real relief for working families. (1/3)

We took an important step toward tackling Illinois’ pension debt. In partnership with Senator Martwick, we passed legislation to extend the bipartisan, voluntary COLA Buyout Program for an additional 2 years - building on a solution that’s already reduced our pension (1/3)

No one should have to fear gun violence when casting their vote. Yet as political rhetoric grows more extreme and polarization deepens, threats against election officials are on the rise. (1/3) #illinois #chicago #springfieldillinois #banguns #fyp

With less than two weeks left in the Spring 2026 Legislative Session, my colleagues and I in Springfield have a lot on our plate to get done before June 1st. #Illinois #Springfield #springfieldil #springfieldillinois #StateBudget

Today is a BIG day for Illinois! I joined @GovPritzker as he signed the Clean & Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA) into law, a historic win for working families, our clean energy future, and a stronger, more reliable grid. (1/5)

The price you see should be the price you pay at checkout. Earlier this week, I passed HB 228, the Junk Fee Ban Act, out of the Consumer Protection Committee, with the goal of requiring all hidden costs, like convenience and service fees, to be disclosed upfront. (1/3)

ONLY ONE CANDIDATE HAS SUED BIG OiL, and it isn’t Tom Steyer. @tomsteyerhq.bsky.social Go Vote — Xavier Becerra 🧡🩵

📣 BREAKING: Lord Neil Kinnock calls for Proportional Representation! The former Labour leader joins a growing number of voices pushing for voting system change. A consensus is building: FPTP must go. Watch a clip from his interview with @emmaburnell.bsky.social for LabourList and the Fabians👇

Most lawyer bios read like a professional obituary. All credentials. Zero personality. Clients are not hiring your resume. They are trying to figure out if they trust you. Your bio should show why you do this work, who you actually help, and why you care.

.@unops.org Executive Director Jorge Moreira da Silva (@chief.unops.org) warns that we are facing an unprecedented humanitarian and food security crisis if the Middle East conflict is not resolved. #deveximpacthouse #globaldevelopment #foodsecurity

🤯A year of all out strike action by bin workers. A year of failure by @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social The council is attempting to snatch £8k a year from bin workers' pay. It has wasted £33m trying to break the strike & has failed to attend a single negotiation for nine months!

If you serve in the Cabinet, honesty to the American people is not optional. Lying is wrongdoing. Secretary Lutnick lied about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and today we will hold him accountable and demand answers.

Waiting lists don’t come down by magic. 📺️ @sebrees1.bsky.social explains what’s behind recent NHS waiting list falls - and the important role that validation plays 👇

Winters are vanishing quickly, and soon they could be gone for good. So what’s the point in having the Winter Olympics when it’s too hot for snow? #ThisIsClimateChange

While catching their breath during a ceasefire with Iran, U.S. officials face limited options for what comes next. (Members Only) Listen here: warontherocks.com/tag/the-iran...

National Cinema Dictionary: B is for Bosnian and Herzegovinian Cinema. Grbavica (Jasmila Žbanić, 2006). A post-war drama.

The Texas primary runoff election is here, with voters finalizing their party nominees in a handful of competitive Republican and Democratic races. Follow real-time vote totals as polls close across the state: bit.ly/4vcmtMn

Starmer is wrong - Brexit went completely according to plan - the problem is that it was Putin’s plan.

Britain’s Pragmatic Drift: Closer to Europe or Further from Control? You were told, nearly a decade ago, that Britain had taken back control. You were promised sovereignty, independence, a nation unshackled from Brussels.

Guess the country

Good morning, y'all! Happy Saturday! Hitting the gym in a little while and then the missus and I have a hot date: First, "The Mandalorian and Grogu" and then a late lunch/early dinner. 😀 I hope you all have a super Saturday!

I'll admit, she does kinda sound like Stevie Nicks....

More clients shouldn’t mean more chaos. IntegrityCONNECT® helps you work smarter with Ask Integrity®, the AI-powered digital assistant, that will streamline your day! Get organized, serve more clients and save time! Start with Ask Integrity at bit.ly/3NTj2Kk!

Taiwan's biggest downfall might just be energy... and China's got all of the energy resources they need. Learn more about energy security on @hardpoints.bsky.social👇 🔗 youtu.be/EDkcjW2WTcA?...

Appendecities: Symptoms, Causes, Complications, Diagnosis, Treatment #Appendicitis #iprkashmishra #MedicalEmergency #medicalNotes #ClinicalSigns

“You've done well, Lord Vader. I sense you wish to continue your search for young Skywalker.” “Yes, my master.” “Patience, my friend. In time, he will seek you out. When he does you must bring him before me. He has grown strong.” Return of the Jedi (1989) #ZXSpectrum #StarWars

Yesterday's photo shoot was a swinging time at The Muse boutique hotel 🏩 Not every Palm Springs getaway needs to be men-only. The Muse Hotel is an adults-only boutique gem – and a colorful alternative worth exploring. #BoutiqueHotel #PalmSpringsHotels #TheMuseHotel #Staycation #Gaycation

Longing for Peace: A Hymn for Our Hearts In a world longing for peace, we find hope in the shared journey of unity and love. Let us open our hearts to reconciliation and the promise of the Prince of Peace. #Peace #Unity #Faith #Hymn #SpiritualJourney

The awakening is happening all over the world. @mindsetofresistance

🌍 Five forces shaping global health in 2026: 1️⃣ Pandemic preparedness & early‑warning surveillance 2️⃣ Antimicrobial resistance 3️⃣ Mental health in core UHC 4️⃣ NCD prevention & health taxes 5️⃣ Climate‑resilient, low‑carbon health systems

Todd Blanche: “There has been no effort to protect a soul when it comes to their role, their relationship with Epstein.”

Cały świat razem ze mną uznaje moje małżeństwo z Catherine bez mojej AUTONOMI. Jeśli jestem PRZEDMIOTEM a nie PODMIOTEM to jestem jej własnością. Każdy może poślubić człowieka bez autonomii ale bierze za niego 100% odpowiedzialność. Ufam w jej człowieczeństwo bardziej niż mojej patologicznej matce.

Bonus points if you name an enemy. Top Video Game songs - VGSQ Guessing Game Video Game Song Quiz #guessinggame #vgsq #silenthill #silenthill2

Tough women built me. #resilient #womenwhoride #community #fuckcancer

If you’ve ever said “This #job is #trash “ Today’s ep of ADULTING is for you! #work #funny #video #kid #boy #comedy #ai #series

Trump Midterms The Who #StrongerTogether #Democrats #Music #MusicSky #MusicChallenge @ianseine.bsky.social @conormcl2026.bsky.social @afforsyth.bsky.social @srosnato.bsky.social @betruevoteblue.bsky.social @pappyparki.bsky.social

The U.S. is ramping up pressure on Cuba again. Intelligence warnings, drone allegations, and a possible Raúl Castro indictment now have some comparing it to the Cold War playbook.

#ICYMI: This week on #SETILive, Lauren chatted with Adam Schneider about the Backyard Worlds citizen science project and its recent paper on the discovery of 3,000 brown dwarfs. Watch the full interview: youtube.com/live/_kROzAn... 🧪 🔭 👩‍🔬

Every single day.

Tim crossed from the United States to Mexico on foot three different times... driven by love, hope, and the pain of being apart. #ImmigrationStories #FamilySeparation #BorderStories #NoHumanIsIllegal #ImmigrationReform #FightForFamilies #LoveKnowsNoBorders

Shohei Ohtani does it again! This time it's on a middle-middle fastball. Over the last three seasons, he has the highest SLG (1.212) on middle-middle pitches. #Dodgers | #WorldSeries

Data thinks that is very funny! 😆

I talk with people all over the world and have come to realize that we are pitied.

This is our home!

"And for us, as the community, let us also be given chances in the decision-making tables." On #SexWorkersRightsDay, we amplify this call. Daisy Kwala from the Bar Hostess Empowerment & Support Programme shares her #RethinkRebuildRise message. Add yours & join the movement. #ISWRD zurl.co/UVlC2

A crowd is gathered outside San Francisco's Ferry Building in support of Iran on Sunday. A mix of signs read "Free Iran," with others showing messages thanking President Trump "for supporting Iran." 🎥: Elisabeth Smith / S.F. Chronicle

#WVPrayer26 Join us in lifting up the ministries serving across Asia. Your prayers make a difference as we support those sharing real hope in this region.

Uhh, help me step-furry! Im stuck! Im tired of being stuck 👉👈

In its first week, 40% of Subnautica 2 players were playing multiplayer. That's way more than the team expected, so they're now prioritizing multiplayer features like proximity chat. Don't miss our full MinnMax Interview with the game design lead Anthony Gallegos. youtu.be/KMdaEmf612o

“It’s a book about org*sms, but it’s really a book about grief.” I went to a book signing at @villagebookstw.bsky.social for 200 Monas by Jan Saenz! Be sure to check it out! #200monas #booksigning #books #reading #writersky #writesky #booksky

Let's make it unicorn:

Jaaja has a taste for Otterbox

Great news! Robin Wilt for U.S. House of Representatives (NY-25) has taken the #PledgetoAmend and committed support to the #WeThePeopleAmendment, and abolishing corporate personhood and money as free speech! Robin Wilt is a #wethepeoplechampion.

The kind of leadership that says everything without saying anything. Watch the podcast or listen wherever you get your podcasts. #Politics #Iran #ForeignPolicy #Podcast

repost @tindisguise on IG Plotting Genuary’s work, unstable amplitude. Sakura white gelly + fabriano black black paper #genartclub #generative #codeart #penplotter #creativecode