Bridget Manley
@staticbeacon.bsky.social
Learning and development specialist, Episcopalian, reflective practitioner. Committed to nonviolently resisting authoritarianism and fascism. All opinions my own.
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Troops aboard the USS Lincoln have been at sea for nearly nine months. Their families are describing severe exhaustion, rotten food, broken toilets—and the Pentagon is denouncing their cries as “fake news.”
Secretary Hegseth, how could you let this happen?
Secretary Hegseth, how could you let this happen?
August 17, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Troops aboard the USS Lincoln have been at sea for nearly nine months. Their families are describing severe exhaustion, rotten food, broken toilets—and the Pentagon is denouncing their cries as “fake news.”
Secretary Hegseth, how could you let this happen?
Secretary Hegseth, how could you let this happen?
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Folks can register to attend the Rise Up, Sing Out Peoria Watch Party on Mobilize, and get periodic reminders and other info on the event:
www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
Rise Up, Sing Out Peoria Watch Party · No Kings
RISE UP, SING OUT PEORIA WATCH PARTY
& Community Gathering
In solidarity with the No Kings Coalition, Peoria 50501 invites you to join our Community of Resistance on June 14 for Rise Up, Sing Out: A ...
www.mobilize.us
June 10, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Folks can register to attend the Rise Up, Sing Out Peoria Watch Party on Mobilize, and get periodic reminders and other info on the event:
www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
I'm attending No Kings's event, “Rise Up, Sing Out Peoria Watch Party” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
Rise Up, Sing Out Peoria Watch Party · No Kings
RISE UP, SING OUT PEORIA WATCH PARTY
& Community Gathering
In solidarity with the No Kings Coalition, Peoria 50501 invites you to join our Community of Resistance on June 14 for Rise Up, Sing Out: A ...
www.mobilize.us
June 10, 2026 at 11:25 PM
I'm attending No Kings's event, “Rise Up, Sing Out Peoria Watch Party” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...
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RISE UP, SING OUT PEORIA WATCH PARTY
In solidarity with the No Kings Coalition, Peoria 50501 invites you to join our Community of Resistance on 6/14 for Rise Up, Sing Out-A Concert for the 1st Amendment, an uplifting evening of music, community, & action.
It’s not “his” spotlight. It’s our 250.
In solidarity with the No Kings Coalition, Peoria 50501 invites you to join our Community of Resistance on 6/14 for Rise Up, Sing Out-A Concert for the 1st Amendment, an uplifting evening of music, community, & action.
It’s not “his” spotlight. It’s our 250.
June 9, 2026 at 9:15 PM
RISE UP, SING OUT PEORIA WATCH PARTY
In solidarity with the No Kings Coalition, Peoria 50501 invites you to join our Community of Resistance on 6/14 for Rise Up, Sing Out-A Concert for the 1st Amendment, an uplifting evening of music, community, & action.
It’s not “his” spotlight. It’s our 250.
In solidarity with the No Kings Coalition, Peoria 50501 invites you to join our Community of Resistance on 6/14 for Rise Up, Sing Out-A Concert for the 1st Amendment, an uplifting evening of music, community, & action.
It’s not “his” spotlight. It’s our 250.
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My next book (out this month) is *The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI*. I wrote it because I was frustrated by people demanding that I talk about AI, and then handing me 800 words or 13 minutes to address 50 nebulous, poorly supported claims about AI:
us.macmillan.com/books/978037...
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us.macmillan.com/books/978037...
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The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI
A short, provocative guide to what's good, bad, and stupid about AI and the discourse around AI, by the author of Enshittification. In modern tech parlance, ...
us.macmillan.com
June 6, 2026 at 6:14 PM
My next book (out this month) is *The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI*. I wrote it because I was frustrated by people demanding that I talk about AI, and then handing me 800 words or 13 minutes to address 50 nebulous, poorly supported claims about AI:
us.macmillan.com/books/978037...
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us.macmillan.com/books/978037...
31/
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Next week, Republicans are expected to begin the budget reconciliation process — this is how the GOP will try to shovel $70 billion more to ICE and Border Patrol (and give Trump $1 billion for a ballroom).
Your Members of Congress need to hear from you, and we’ve made it extra easy to get in touch.
Your Members of Congress need to hear from you, and we’ve made it extra easy to get in touch.
May 14, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Next week, Republicans are expected to begin the budget reconciliation process — this is how the GOP will try to shovel $70 billion more to ICE and Border Patrol (and give Trump $1 billion for a ballroom).
Your Members of Congress need to hear from you, and we’ve made it extra easy to get in touch.
Your Members of Congress need to hear from you, and we’ve made it extra easy to get in touch.
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SATURDAY: We’re joining Black-led civil and voting rights organizations for a national day of action.
In Alabama, there will be a big rally at the state capitol in Montgomery.
We will not stand by while Republicans rip away representation from Black communities: blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
In Alabama, there will be a big rally at the state capitol in Montgomery.
We will not stand by while Republicans rip away representation from Black communities: blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
May 14, 2026 at 12:52 PM
SATURDAY: We’re joining Black-led civil and voting rights organizations for a national day of action.
In Alabama, there will be a big rally at the state capitol in Montgomery.
We will not stand by while Republicans rip away representation from Black communities: blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
In Alabama, there will be a big rally at the state capitol in Montgomery.
We will not stand by while Republicans rip away representation from Black communities: blackpowerwarroom.com/dayofaction/
All Roads Lead to the South
open.substack.com/pub/50501/p/...
open.substack.com/pub/50501/p/...
All Roads Lead to the South
A national voting rights mobilization is happening this Saturday. Here is how to be part of it.
open.substack.com
May 14, 2026 at 2:53 PM
All Roads Lead to the South
open.substack.com/pub/50501/p/...
open.substack.com/pub/50501/p/...
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Today, for the seventh time, Senate Republicans voted against a War Powers Resolution that would end Trump's illegal war.
A war that has already cost $29 billion and driven up the cost of gas to $4.50 a gallon.
Once again, Republicans chose Trump over the American people.
A war that has already cost $29 billion and driven up the cost of gas to $4.50 a gallon.
Once again, Republicans chose Trump over the American people.
May 13, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Today, for the seventh time, Senate Republicans voted against a War Powers Resolution that would end Trump's illegal war.
A war that has already cost $29 billion and driven up the cost of gas to $4.50 a gallon.
Once again, Republicans chose Trump over the American people.
A war that has already cost $29 billion and driven up the cost of gas to $4.50 a gallon.
Once again, Republicans chose Trump over the American people.
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Ahead of the United States’ 250th Anniversary, Americans of all stripes will come together in support of a country that lives up to its ideals, reckons with our whole history, and embraces the mosaic of all who call it home.
Join an All Of U.S. event near you on June 27th, 2026: allofus250.org
Join an All Of U.S. event near you on June 27th, 2026: allofus250.org
A Nationwide Mobilization for Truth, Equality & Freedom - All of U.S. - America’s 250th
A Choice Between Erasure and Equality
allofus250.org
April 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Ahead of the United States’ 250th Anniversary, Americans of all stripes will come together in support of a country that lives up to its ideals, reckons with our whole history, and embraces the mosaic of all who call it home.
Join an All Of U.S. event near you on June 27th, 2026: allofus250.org
Join an All Of U.S. event near you on June 27th, 2026: allofus250.org
This really resonates. It suggests that we can strengthen our nation by strengthening our neighborhoods, engendering trust and mutual commitment to a common future.
Americans are concerned that rising political violence threatens to undermine democracy.
But James Piazza writes that socially cohesive neighborhoods can protect against democratic erosion, with local organizing playing a key role.
www.justsecurity.org/138198/socia...
But James Piazza writes that socially cohesive neighborhoods can protect against democratic erosion, with local organizing playing a key role.
www.justsecurity.org/138198/socia...
Can Socially Cohesive Neighborhoods Stop Political Violence?
Socially cohesive neighborhoods help sustain civic engagement and participation, even in times of crisis.
www.justsecurity.org
May 7, 2026 at 3:17 PM
This really resonates. It suggests that we can strengthen our nation by strengthening our neighborhoods, engendering trust and mutual commitment to a common future.
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It’s time to get out the vote in Georgia! Early voting has started and no matter where you live, you can help elect Dr. Jasmine Clark — a scientist, educator, legislator, and millennial mom who is running for Congress to put working families first and pursue an aggressive oversight agenda.
Indivisible GOTV Phone Bank Series for Jasmine Clark in GA-13 · Indivisible
**Show your support for Jasmine Clark and join Indivisible in making calls in GA-13.** It’s GOTV time for Georgia’s primary, and what better way to spend it than making calls to support a candidate wh...
www.mobilize.us
May 6, 2026 at 11:46 PM
It’s time to get out the vote in Georgia! Early voting has started and no matter where you live, you can help elect Dr. Jasmine Clark — a scientist, educator, legislator, and millennial mom who is running for Congress to put working families first and pursue an aggressive oversight agenda.
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The president demands election results be thrown out so Republicans win more seats
May 3, 2026 at 11:41 PM
The president demands election results be thrown out so Republicans win more seats
The Louisiana v Callais decision gutted the Voting Rights Act, clearing the way for minority rule. The minority in question, BTW, fully supports sending paramilitaries into cities to terrorize and kill US citizens while refusing to exert their congressional power to end an illegal war in Iran.
May 4, 2026 at 2:25 AM
The Louisiana v Callais decision gutted the Voting Rights Act, clearing the way for minority rule. The minority in question, BTW, fully supports sending paramilitaries into cities to terrorize and kill US citizens while refusing to exert their congressional power to end an illegal war in Iran.
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May 3, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Remember $2.98 a gallon for gas?
That was BEFORE Trump started a war with Iran. Now you’re paying at least $4.05 for the privilege of driving to work.
He didn’t just break his promise — he broke your budget.
This is what reckless leadership costs.
#TrumpsGasCrisis
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
That was BEFORE Trump started a war with Iran. Now you’re paying at least $4.05 for the privilege of driving to work.
He didn’t just break his promise — he broke your budget.
This is what reckless leadership costs.
#TrumpsGasCrisis
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
May 1, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Remember $2.98 a gallon for gas?
That was BEFORE Trump started a war with Iran. Now you’re paying at least $4.05 for the privilege of driving to work.
He didn’t just break his promise — he broke your budget.
This is what reckless leadership costs.
#TrumpsGasCrisis
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
That was BEFORE Trump started a war with Iran. Now you’re paying at least $4.05 for the privilege of driving to work.
He didn’t just break his promise — he broke your budget.
This is what reckless leadership costs.
#TrumpsGasCrisis
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
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Politicians are already rushing to redraw district maps to unfairly strip away political power from Black voters after the Supreme Court disgracefully green lit discriminatory maps yesterday.
Black voters should be respected, not attacked.
Black voters should be respected, not attacked.
Louisiana moves to suspend House primaries as states face pressure to redistrict
Gov. Jeff Landry (R) told Republican House candidates he plans to suspend the May 16 primary elections so lawmakers can redraw the congressional map.
wapo.st
April 30, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Politicians are already rushing to redraw district maps to unfairly strip away political power from Black voters after the Supreme Court disgracefully green lit discriminatory maps yesterday.
Black voters should be respected, not attacked.
Black voters should be respected, not attacked.
Why Do People Keep Trying to Assassinate Caesar? www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/why...
Why Do People Keep Trying to Assassinate Caesar?
“This is like the third assassination attempt on Julius Caesar, but things are going great in Rome. The value of silver is strong, the liberti/bad homines im...
www.mcsweeneys.net
April 30, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Why Do People Keep Trying to Assassinate Caesar? www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/why...
Join me in attending a crucial training for protecting your neighborhood from ICE raids. organized.powerinnumbers.us/neighborhood...
Neighborhood Defense Training - Organized Power in Numbers
organized.powerinnumbers.us
April 30, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Join me in attending a crucial training for protecting your neighborhood from ICE raids. organized.powerinnumbers.us/neighborhood...
The SAVE America Act is voter disenfranchisement. Full stop. No one should ever have to show their passport to vote. No one should have to show their birth certificate to vote. No one should have to show up to the polls and realize their registration was purged because "reasons." Call your senators.
BREAKING: The House passed the so-called SAVE America Act which threatens to upend our freedom to vote.
The bill could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters by requiring documents like passports or birth certificates to register to vote and forcing voter roll purges. The Senate must reject it.
The bill could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters by requiring documents like passports or birth certificates to register to vote and forcing voter roll purges. The Senate must reject it.
February 12, 2026 at 3:31 AM
The SAVE America Act is voter disenfranchisement. Full stop. No one should ever have to show their passport to vote. No one should have to show their birth certificate to vote. No one should have to show up to the polls and realize their registration was purged because "reasons." Call your senators.
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BREAKING: The House passed the so-called SAVE America Act which threatens to upend our freedom to vote.
The bill could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters by requiring documents like passports or birth certificates to register to vote and forcing voter roll purges. The Senate must reject it.
The bill could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters by requiring documents like passports or birth certificates to register to vote and forcing voter roll purges. The Senate must reject it.
February 11, 2026 at 11:57 PM
BREAKING: The House passed the so-called SAVE America Act which threatens to upend our freedom to vote.
The bill could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters by requiring documents like passports or birth certificates to register to vote and forcing voter roll purges. The Senate must reject it.
The bill could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters by requiring documents like passports or birth certificates to register to vote and forcing voter roll purges. The Senate must reject it.
“Those who are willing to sacrifice nothing or very little offer nothing or very little to history. It must also be said that they offer little or nothing to their own soul.” Daniel Berrigan
February 11, 2026 at 3:06 AM
“Those who are willing to sacrifice nothing or very little offer nothing or very little to history. It must also be said that they offer little or nothing to their own soul.” Daniel Berrigan
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It's really hard to understand why MAGA is more upset with the selection of Bad Bunny for the halftime show than the shooting of innocent Americans on the streets of Minneapolis.
February 7, 2026 at 9:20 PM
It's really hard to understand why MAGA is more upset with the selection of Bad Bunny for the halftime show than the shooting of innocent Americans on the streets of Minneapolis.
"... not cowards fleeing before a revolution, but guides, redeemers, and benefactors, obeying the Almighty effort, and advancing on chaos and the Dark." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
February 7, 2026 at 10:18 PM
"... not cowards fleeing before a revolution, but guides, redeemers, and benefactors, obeying the Almighty effort, and advancing on chaos and the Dark." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
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No Kings 3.0 is on the near horizon. Other protests may ensue between now and then. Stay committed to these mass public actions, and other forms of peaceful, nonviolent resistance. History tells us: THEY WORK!
How effective is protesting? According to historians and political scientists: very
From emancipation to women’s suffrage, civil rights and BLM, mass movement has shaped the arc of US history
www.theguardian.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:13 PM
No Kings 3.0 is on the near horizon. Other protests may ensue between now and then. Stay committed to these mass public actions, and other forms of peaceful, nonviolent resistance. History tells us: THEY WORK!