"Let us develop a kind of dangerous unselfishness." - Martin Luther King, Jr. 3 April 1968
Jeremy Schwartz
@ravjeremy.bsky.social
Reconstructionist rabbi, dad, husband, birdwatcher, poetry reader & translator, tikkun-doer, bunch of other stuff. Blogging at https://ravjeremy.wordpress.com/ (Some little contributions to Jewish & human civilization: translations, prayers, songs, ideas)
Thank you, @chrismurphyct.bsky.social . Thank you people of Danbury. And thank you to the dozens in Willimantic today who spread around town when the kidnappers were seen, to protect our neighbors, our families, our democracy.
Last week, Danbury area residents showed up in huge numbers to draw the line on the brutal ICE tactics being used there - including traumatizing kids at school bus stops. It's action like this that saves our democracy.
We are projected to spend $268 BILLION on deportations — costing the average American taxpayer about $2,358 (according to @epi.org). But somehow we “can’t afford” to make sure hungry children can eat or ensure everyone, no matter their income, can access healthcare. Priorities.
Nepal Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund: pmdrf.nchl.com.np
Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund – Government of Nepal
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I reported an error to Google. Misnaming things is part of the Fascist playbook of subverting truth. Report the error by searching google.com, rather than Maps. Click the 'more' dots under "Lake America" & choose "send feedback." www.nytimes.com/2026/08/30/w...
Google Maps Changes Lake Ontario to Lake America Following Trump’s Executive Order
Users in the United States will see the new label, following President Trump’s executive order last week.
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A good Jewish message remembering and looking forward.
"What I learned in the Civil Rights Movement" 📺 Watch legendary Jewish organizer and activist Heather Booth share her story of organizing for the right to vote in Mississippi in 1964. Today, on the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, our fight continues. 🧵
The homeland of the Jews, except not the Jews fulfilling the Torah command to love the stranger. forward.com/news/843806/...
Israel is revoking entry permits for U.S. activists involved in West Bank
Jewish volunteers who accompany Palestinian farmers during harvests say their travel authorizations vanished, sometimes while they were still in the country
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Truth Social Begins Selling Advanced Access To Trump Posts https://theonion.com/truth-social-begins-selling-advanced-access-to-trump-posts/
"Democratic challenger Josh Elliot also had a nearly 20-point lead over the Republican challenger. He polled at 44 percent compared to Fazio’s 29.6 percent." Don't vote out of general election fear! www.wfsb.com/2026/08/03/e...
Just saw that @sierraclubct.bsky.social endorsed @joshforct.bsky.social for governor! Lamont has pushed fossil fuels profits and been lackadaisical in regulating pipelines at best. To lower costs long run (out-of-pocket energy costs and climate disaster costs), we need proactive energy transition
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Tell Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC): No Shortcut Approvals for Gas Pipelines
FERC’s proposed changes to its Blanket Certificate for gas pipelines would allow bigger, more expensive gas pipelines to skip the environmental review process and be built with little oversight and no...
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Did you catch @warnock.senate.gov at our 2026 AFT Convention? Senator Warnock brought a message of moral leadership, democracy and hope, and challenged our delegates to meet this moment with courage, faith and a renewed commitment to building a better life for all.
Sen. Raphael Warnock addresses AFT Convention
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Walking to the Old Cemetery the Night After Full Moon Walking to the Old Cemetery the Night After Full Moonby Zohar Eitan, translated by me - Jeremy Schwartz On the night march to the old village cemetery, I again hear the old drunk speaking to me.It’s very hot tonight, and he says enjoy the dream…
Walking to the Old Cemetery the Night After Full Moon
Walking to the Old Cemetery the Night After Full Moonby Zohar Eitan, translated by me - Jeremy Schwartz On the night march to the old village cemetery, I again hear the old drunk speaking to me.It’s very hot tonight, and he says enjoy the dream as long as it’s in you.Last night the moon was completely full and tonight someone pinched its cheek,
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So hard these days to distinguish between The Onion & the NYTimes. MyPillow Founder Not Registered to Vote in State He Wants to Lead www.nytimes.com/2026/07/18/u...
Mike Lindell Not Registered to Vote in Minnesota, Where He is Running for Governor
President Trump endorsed Mike Lindell, a leader of the election denial movement, for Minnesota governor this week.
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I'm going to D.C. Jan 22-25 with Jewish High School students, and you’re invited! At the RAC’s #L’Taken Social Justice Seminar, you’ll Discover your power to be an effective advocate and meet Jewish students from across the country! Learn, lead, explore! @the-rac.bsky.social
Sounds like another ICE murder. They’re killing us, but I’m not afraid. Maine Authorities Investigate a Fatal Shooting Involving Federal Agents www.nytimes.com/2026/07/13/u...
Authorities Investigate Fatal Shooting in Biddeford, Maine, Involving Federal Agents
The killing occurred in Biddeford, about 20 miles south of Portland. The Trump administration has been conducting a surge of immigration enforcement.
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Some environmental efforts still cross borders and provide one basis for future peace and justice in Israel-Palestine and neighbors. youtu.be/QPh-dU6YRcc?...
שחר אבן צור תנשמת כתוביות באנגלית V2
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I really get tired of doing these portraits...because it means that ICE has murdered another person...a mom, a nurse, or in this case, a hard working man who loved his family and provided jobs for other people in his community. Fuck ICE. #LorenzoSalgadoAraujo
In case you needed more evidence that we’re really in trouble. Speak out, get to know your neighbors, join a group, prepare for massive resistance. Trump Administration Fires Members of Independent Election Group www.nytimes.com/2026/07/10/u...
Trump Administration Fires Members of Independent Election Group
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On Eve Of Juneteenth, Advocates And Legislative Leaders Call for Environmental Justice in Hartford ctnewsjunkie.com/2026/06/19/o...
On Eve Of Juneteenth, Advocates And Legislative Leaders Call for Environmental Justice in Hartford | CT News Junkie
The Sierra Club Connecticut organized the event, called Black Lungs Matter, to highlight the disproportionate impact of air pollution on Black residents in Connecticut, and what members say are the br...
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No wonder we’re losing wars when the Defense Secretary promotes based in being not black, rather than talent & experience. Secret Vetting and Blocked Promotions: Inside Hegseth’s War on Diversity www.nytimes.com/2026/06/19/u...
Secret Vetting and Blocked Promotions: Inside Hegseth’s War on Diversity
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Congress, stop this boondoggle. And the other billions of Trump theft. Park Service Awards No-Bid Contract to Cover Bridge Statues in Gold www.nytimes.com/2026/06/03/u...
Park Service Awards No-Bid Contract to Cover Bridge Statues in Gold
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Thanks, Rep. Courtney, for fighting this incredible corruption and protecting democracy.
Trump’s taxpayer funded slush fund goes against our country’s foundational principle: no one is above the law. I’m fighting to ensure this slush fund never sees the light of day.
Thank you @repjoecourtney.bsky.social for standing with healthcare professionals. And thank you @aftct.bsky.social for all that you do for our patients, students, and communities! 🩺 #CodeRed @afthealthcare.bsky.social
The Trump Administration’s new rule classifying nurses, including those in advanced nursing degrees as “non-professional” is an insulting denigration of the caring profession.
Wishing divine comfort to the brothers, sisters, siblings at the San Diego mosque. Hate is not the answer. Loving solidarity is.
Faith In Action. No funding for ICE abduction and law-breaking. act.faithinaction.org/a/tell-your-...
Vote NO on the reconciliation bill expanding ICE and CBP
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