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Free speech absolutist. Independent. Resist. Support fights for freedom. Anti-war. Pro science. Advocate for women/girls. Genocide researcher/war crimes investigator. Photographer. World traveler. Writer. Love baseball/NYC. Steelers. Mainly repost/comment.

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Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · 3d ago

Thank you for your work as a shipyard welder during #WWII --for being one of the “Rosie the Riveters” -- and for spending your final years telling your story each Friday at the Rosie the Riveter World War II Homefront National Historical Park. Goodnight & godspeed, Jeanne Gibson.🕯️

Beloved ‘Rosie’ Jeanne Gibson dies at 100

“One less welding torch shines today,” said National Parks volunteer Tammy Brumley, affectionately known as the Rosie Wrangler.

mercurynews.com

Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · 4d ago

Helen Sawyer Hogg: one of the most prominent & celebrated astronomers of the 20th century. She revolutionized our understanding of the universe through her foundational research on globular clusters--massive, spherical groupings of closely packed stars orbiting the core of our galaxy. #WomenInSTEM🧵

A striking profile portrait of renowned astronomer Helen Sawyer Hogg (1905–1993) standing before the David Dunlap Observatory dome, symbolizing her pioneering decades mapping globular clusters and variable stars. Photographed from a slightly low angle, the older, white-haired scientist gazes upward and to the left with a serene, proud expression, her face warmly illuminated by natural sunlight. She wears glasses with tortoiseshell arms, a simple headband, a structured pinkish-gray tweed jacket, a delicate gold necklace, and a round gold brooch on her collar. The soft-focus background highlights the white architectural dome of the observatory contrasted against a deep blue sky and dark green trees, emphasizing her lifework in observational astrophysics. The composition balances her dignified human presence with the monumental scientific structure behind her, evoking a hopeful, reflective mood that honors her historical significance as a barrier-breaking female leader in 20th-century global science.
Kate@katesays.bsky.social · last wk.

Kelly seemed "presidential." Well-spoken, poised, seemingly more intelligent than the dim bulbs normally elected. But POTUS is supposed to represent the American people (I know, crazy talk) & the majority don't want another Israel-first lackey in the White House. I hope this destroys his chances.

#StupidSuez@diplomatofnight.com · last wk.

2028 presidential contender Senator Mark Kelly says he is "always going to stand by (our ally) Israel" on Sunday's Meet the Press at NBC. He denies the Gaza genocide, says Bibi made "some mistakes" and criticizes Mamdani for calling Netanyahu a war criminal.

Kate@katesays.bsky.social · 2w ago

Dr. Bartov is the Dean's Professor of Holocaust & Genocide Studies at Brown. Described by the US Holocaust Museum as one of the world's leading specialists on the subject of genocide. His conclusion--Israel has been/is committing genocide against the Palestinian people. Others of his caliber concur.

Democracy Now!@democracynow.org · 2w ago

Israeli American Holocaust scholar Omer Bartov says Israel’s assault on Gaza predicts “the future of genocide,” with the perpetrator not only enjoying impunity for crimes against humanity but also profiting from the death and destruction.

Kate@katesays.bsky.social · 2w ago

The British consulate in Jerusalem had their X account suspended today for this tweet which spoke to the 1000s of Palestinians being held without charge by Israel. Full text in alt text (easier to read). #UK #Israel #Palestine

"1/4 Joint local statement of diplomatic missions 🇧🇪 🇨🇦 🇩🇰 🇪🇺 🇫🇮 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇮🇪 🇮🇹 🇱🇺 🇳🇱 🇪🇸 🇸🇪 🇨🇭 🇬🇧 on the extensive use of administrative detention by Israeli authorities without formal charge. Over 9,000 Palestinians are detained in Israeli prisons, including thousands held without charge or trial." "2/4 Human rights organisations describe prison conditions for Palestinians as severe and life-threatening, citing inadequate food, denial of medical care and systematic abuse. We are deeply concerned by recent reports regarding the deterioration of Dr. Abu Safiyah's health." "3/4 Detainees have the right to be informed about the charges underlying any detention, must be granted access to legal assistance, and be subject to a fair trial." "4/4 We call on Israel to uphold its human rights obligations towards detainees under international law, including by granting the ICRC immediate access to all detention facilities. We welcome the recent Israeli Supreme Court ruling on ICRC access and urge its full implementation."
Kate@katesays.bsky.social · 2w ago

While any pressure with regard to Dr. Abu Safiya is encouraged & welcomed--we must remember that 1000s more Palestinians whose names we don't know are also being held indefinitely & without charge & are being subjected to beatings, torture, and starvation. "Israel shares our values" is an epic lie.

Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · 4w ago

Photojournalist Catherine Leroy is regarded as one of the most fearless & influential war photographers of the 20th C. She broke thru intense gender barriers & redefined the visual narrative of combat by focusing on raw, intimate human vulnerability. She died #OTD in 2006. #photography 1/3 🧵

A black-and-white photograph of legendary French photojournalist Catherine Leroy (1944–2006) during the Vietnam War, a conflict she redefined as the first woman to win the George Polk Award for news photography. Positioned centrally in a medium shot, her slight frame is heavily weighed down by bulky military equipment. She wears a dark combat uniform, a white cloth headband holding back her light-colored pigtails, and a canvas pack strapped to her torso with a prominent carabiner clip. Suspended from her neck rests her essential tool: a mechanical camera. Looking directly at the lens, her youthful face bears a shell-shocked, wide-eyed expression of intense vulnerability and hyper-awareness. The cluttered, dark background reveals the gritty interior of a military aircraft or camp with indistinct gear, amplifying the chaotic, immersive atmosphere. The stark contrast and raw composition evoke a somber, haunting mood, immortalizing her profound courage and the heavy human cost of frontline journalism.
Kate@katesays.bsky.social · last mo.

Looks like the Macy's NYC Fireworks are quite the show for those who live in New Jersey. For New Yorkers? Yeah, not so much. Bronx, Queens, most of Manhattan...nothing. Should have done a split river program.

Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · last mo.

On World Female Ranger Day, meet The Black Mambas--the world’s first all-female anti-poaching unit. A dedicated team patrols 20,000 hectares within South Africa’s Greater Kruger National Park--and has achieved a 63% reduction in poaching incidents in their area of operation since inception (2013).

Five members of the Black Mambas Anti-Poaching Unit, the world’s first all-female anti-poaching team in South Africa, stand proudly in the Greater Kruger National Park bushveld at sunset. They are dressed in full camouflage uniforms with Black Mambas shoulder patches. The women stand in a relaxed yet confident line among tall dry grass, with distant mountains and a golden-pink sky behind them, radiating strength, unity, and dedication to protecting rhinos and wildlife without carrying firearms.A bold shield-shaped logo of the Black Mambas, the world’s first all-female anti-poaching unit. At the center is a silver rhinoceros head with a prominent horn. Two black mambas coil menacingly over the top of the shield, their heads facing inward. The shield incorporates the flag of South Africa. Curved white script on either side reads “Black Mamba,” while large black capital letters “APU” (Anti-Poaching Unit) dominate the bottom.
Kate@katesays.bsky.social · last mo.

The world needs more threads like this one. I now hold Romay Davis' story...read the thread so you can hold it too. So wholesome and inspirational. 😍

Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · last mo.

Romay Davis died #OTD in 2024 at 104. A friend met & talked with Romay in Montgomery, Alabama, days before her 100th birthday in 2019. Such great stories. I want to share a bit of her life with you--it's the best way to remember people. Born in 1919, she joined the Women's Army Corps in 1943. (1/4)

A color photograph of Romay Catherine Johnson Davis (October 29, 1919 – June 21, 2024). She smiles warmly directly at the camera while holding up a small sepia-toned vintage photograph of herself from her youth. She is wearing a vibrant coral pink shirt underneath a casual blue denim vest, accessorized with bold gold earrings and a long, colorful beaded necklace.The vintage photo she holds depicts her as a young woman smiling proudly in her formal U.S. Army Women's Army Corps (WAC) uniform, complete with a military cap featuring an official crest. The modern image is framed in a cozy indoor setting, with a white lampshade visible on a wooden table to the left, capturing a tender moment of historical reflection.The overall composition bridges the past and the present, radiating an affectionate, triumphant, and deeply inspiring mood. This juxtaposition highlights her enduring legacy as a recipient of the Congressional Gold Medal and a trailblazing veteran of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black, all-female military unit to serve overseas during World War II.
Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Thank you for your courage...and for your 25+ years of dedication to protecting the coastline of S. Lebanon--a crucial nesting ground for endangered green & vulnerable loggerhead sea turtles. Goodnight & godspeed, "guardian of the sea turtles," Mona Khalil.🕯️

A beautiful shot of Lebanese environmentalist and pioneer Mona al-Kahlil (August 2, 1949 – June 19, 2026) crouching low on the sand at night, sharing an intimate moment with a large, endangered green sea turtle. Positioned on the left side of the composition, Khalil has short, silver-white hair, wears a backward-facing dark baseball cap, a grey sleeveless top, and light blue jeans. She leans forward attentively with her arms resting on her knees, an expression of gentle wonder, focus, and quiet reverence on her face. Her upper left arm bears a distinct dark tattoo. Directly in front of her, a massive sea turtle rests on the beach dune, its heavy, dark carapace and patterned, flippered head facing her directly. The setting is the sandy, wild coastline of Mansouri beach in southern Lebanon, where sparse beach grass grows out of the dunes under the cover of night. The scene is bathed in a harsh flash from the camera lens, casting a stark, deep black shadow into the background and amplifying the raw, documentary feel. The overall mood is peaceful and deeply symbolic, capturing the profound connection between the legendary activist—frequently called the "guardian of the sea turtles"—and the vulnerable marine life she dedicated her life to protecting through her coastal sanctuary and the Orange House Project. She died today from severe injuries sustained during an Israeli airstrike that hit her family home on June 4, 2026. She was 76.
Rima I Anabtawi@rimaanabtawi.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Mona Khalil, ‘guardian of the turtles’ of Mansouri, succumbs to injuries after Israeli strike on her home The founder of the Orange House Project had refused to leave despite the war. today.lorientlejour.com/article/1538...

Mona Khalil, ‘guardian of the turtles’ of Mansouri, succumbs to injuries after Israeli strike on her home

BEIRUT — She stood firm through two wars, refusing to abandon her home in Mansouri just a few meters from the beach and the sea turtles she watched over for a quarter century. Environmental...

today.lorientlejour.com

Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Today is Internat'l Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. "I want to be the last girl in the world with a story like mine." ~Nadia Murad, survivor & recipient, 2018 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war & armed conflict. #endVAWG

Color photograph of Yazidi human rights activist Nadia Murad, born in 1993 and co-recipient of the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize, looking toward an out-of-focus individual in the left foreground. She wears a black top with textured lace details around the neckline. Her dark hair is parted off center and swept over her right shoulder, and she wears a subtle, gentle smile with compressed lips, conveying a poignant mood of quiet resilience. The shallow depth of field blurs a crowded indoor setting behind her, hinting at a formal hearing room or auditorium. Superimposed on the dark background on the right side of the frame is a white, sans-serif text block enclosed by large, orange quotation marks. The text reads: “I want to be the last girl in the world with a story like mine.” The image holds significant historical weight, highlighting her global advocacy to end human trafficking and the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war.
Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Thank you for your tireless work to secure public airwaves and production tools for ordinary citizens. You lifted up marginalized communities, storytellers, and independent journalists. In #Philly and beyond, losing you "is being felt deeply.” Goodnight and godspeed, Gretjen Clausing.🕯️

Philadelphia Community Access Media Founder Gretjen Clausing Dies at 61

Gretjen Clausing, the founding executive director of Philadelphia Community Access Media, has passed away at the age of 61. Clausing dedicated decades of her life advocating for public access to the media and freedom of expression and was actively involved in national campaigns in support of community media and local journalism. PhillyCAM’s staff and board issued a statement saying, “Gretjen dedicated herself to building PhillyCAM into a vital community institution where Philadelphians could learn, create, connect, and share their stories. Her vision, leadership, and belief in the power of community media shaped this organization in countless ways, and her loss is being felt deeply.”

democracynow.org

Admirable Women@admirablewomen.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Betty Williams was a Northern Irish peace activist awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1976. She shared the prize with Mairead Maguire for their courageous leadership in founding the Peace People, a grassroots movement dedicated to ending the violent conflict in Northern Ireland. Born #OTD in 1943.

This black-and-white portrait captures Nobel Peace Prize laureate Betty Williams (1943–2020), a Northern Irish activist who co-founded the Community of Peace People. In this medium close-up, Williams is positioned in a slight three-quarter turn, facing the viewer with a warm, open expression and a gentle smile that reveals her teeth. Her dark, voluminous hair is styled in the soft, feathered waves characteristic of the 1970s. She wears a dark, high-necked turtleneck sweater layered with thin, delicate necklaces and large, thin hoop earrings that frame her face. Her eyes are bright and expressive, conveying a sense of approachable determination. The background is a blurred office or study environment, featuring what appear to be framed documents, certificates, or historical prints on the wall, suggesting her life of advocacy and public service. The overall composition is intimate and professional, highlighting her transition from a private citizen to a global symbol of non-violence. The mood is one of quiet strength and dignity, immortalizing the "ordinary woman" who helped mobilize thousands to end the sectarian violence of "The Troubles" in Northern Ireland.
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani@mayor.nyc.gov · 3mo ago

When we took office, NYC had a $12B deficit. Today it’s zero. And we didn’t close that gap on the backs of working people. We closed it while funding parks, libraries, safer streets, & public housing. Call it Pothole Politics or Democratic Socialism: We are government that delivers for the people.