Category Archives: Politics

It’s been 25 Years Since 9/11. 25 Years

Posted on September 11, 2026 by rikyrah

I have been reading the skepticism of those not alive during that time. They don’t understand about our shared ‘ trauma’. That it seems ‘ too much’. uturistic_Fudge @FudgeFuturistic Sep 4 People born pre-9/11 have such a weird, worshipful attitude … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Lonnie Bunch, The First Black Secretary of the Smithsonian, Is Retiring.

Posted on September 9, 2026 by rikyrah

For Those Who Respect True History, This Is Very Sad News. Tom Sherwood @tomsherwood I hate this News: Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch plans to announce his retirement from the institution at the end of this year, bringing to a close … Continue reading →

Posted in American History, Black History, Open Thread, Politics, Smithsonian | Tagged , , , , , | 39 Comments

Open Thread | The Long Arc of History Can Reveal Greatness

Posted on September 8, 2026 by rikyrah

I always thought he got the short end of the stick because he was in the long shadow of FDR. Crazy Vibes @CrazyVibes_1 Harry Truman left the White House as one of the least popular presidents of his era. He … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Gloria Steinem, Feminist Pioneer, Dead at 92

Posted on September 4, 2026 by rikyrah

Gloria Steinem, Personification of the Women’s Movement, Dies at 92 She challenged sexist assumptions, helping women develop a sense of self-worth and gain a measure of equality at work, at home and in society at large. By Katharine Q. Seelye … Continue reading →

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There is Another High Profile Contest in Texas……For Governor

Posted on September 3, 2026 by rikyrah

Eric Michael Garcia @ericmgarcia.bsky.social Follow Gina Hinojosa releases an ad chronicling choosing to give birth to her daughter despite health problems and her daughter dying two days later. Hinojosa is running for governor of Texas against Greg Abbott. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkOC… https://bsky.app/profile/ericmgarcia.bsky.social/post/3mufja3kqu222 … Continue reading →

Posted in 2026 Elections, Open Thread, Politics, Texas, Voter Disenfranchisement, Voter Suppression | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 35 Comments

Open Thread | Checking In With Jessica Valenti…the Latest Strategy of Anti-Abortion Folks

Posted on August 31, 2026 by rikyrah

Always good to check in with Ms. Valenti to see what the Anti-Abortion crowd is up to this election season. The GOP’s 2028 Abortion Strategy in One Word: Massachusetts Republican candidates will lean into “late” abortion. Democrats need to be … Continue reading →

Posted in 2026 Elections, Abortion, Abortion Rights, Body Autonomy, Open Thread, Politics | Tagged , , , , , , | 18 Comments

Open Thread | The Armed Forces Disrespects Yet Another Black Veteran Hero

Posted on August 26, 2026 by rikyrah

Exclusive: Navy weighs renaming carrier slated to honor Black war hero, potentially switching it to Trump By Haley Britzky, Pamela Brown The US Navy is working to rename an aircraft carrier under construction that was set to honor a Black … Continue reading →

Posted in Armed Services, Black History, Open Thread, Politics, Racism, U.S. Military | Tagged , , , , , | 68 Comments

Open Thread | I Didn’t Fear My Food When Biden was President

Posted on August 24, 2026 by rikyrah

I know some people say that this is a hint for people to start growing their own food. And, if you like to garden, fine. But, what about those of us who don’t want to garden? Who just want to … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Yes, ‘ Establishment’ IS a Slur. It’s Most Definitely Meant As One.

Posted on August 21, 2026 by rikyrah

Loved this post from over at The Establishment Bar. Why Yes, “Establishment” *Is* a Slur Posted by Proud Establishment Dem August 17, 2026 Hats off to “moderate” David Crowley for saying out loud what we’ve known forever. From The Wisconsin … Continue reading →

Posted in 2026 Elections, Democratic Party, Elections, Open Thread, Politics | Tagged , , , , , , , | 37 Comments

Open Thread | Black Cambridge Professor, Jason Arday, Dead at 41 by Suicide Pushed by Racist Media Hounding

Posted on August 19, 2026 by rikyrah

He was hounded to his grave by the racist British Media. Data Investigation Jason Arday told the press he was at the limits of what anyone should endure. It answered with 188 more articles. He is dead at 41. Published … Continue reading →

Posted in Academia, Open Thread, Politics, Racial Politics, Racism in Academia | Tagged , , , , , , | 20 Comments