@FLOTUS What you should be doing at Bedminster today is talking to your young son, telling him he should be hitting the streets to fight to #KeepFamiliesTogether – you're an immigrant mother so start acting like one. Instill good values in him while you have the chance.
the only thing worse than living in an America where millions of people have to march to tell the gov that families belong together would be living in an America where millions of people didn't march to tell the gov that families belong together.#FamilesBelongTogetherMarch
I was trying to find out where the Ice Facility in Philadelphia was located. I was at the rally at Logan Square. There was a lot of speakers talking about shutting down the Berks County Detention Center.
"Once my family was taken, I became fully aware that my community matters less to some people. That we are treated differently because of the color of our skin or where our parents were born," Diane Guerrero tells crowd https://t.co/jtQqiTCcmspic.twitter.com/a2ROWYwOmK
You know what I learned without a doubt? That this fraud administration and all those that support it, directly and indirectly, never really loved the promise of what America is. They do not love America.
We face a brutally cruel, totally immoral regime that now occupies the White House, the Congress, much of corporate America and beyond.
Had Jeff Davis had these folk on his team, America would have allied with Hitler and Slavery would have been the norm well into the 20th Century and likely the 21st.
Why folk are so unwilling to face the fact that we aren’t at the beginning of America’s 2nd Civil War, but are currently on the verge of losing it is beyond me.
If Dems don’t control the 116th Congress, you will not want to live in this Nation. Period.
You need to understand what the conditions at the #FamiliesBelongTogetherMarch are like in order to fully appreciate this display of humanity: It’s 91, feels like 105, and there’s no shade.
And still, the very old and very young are making their way from the WH to DOJ. pic.twitter.com/GdvFMhlUAD
Ice Chief: Well, see, we had their kids, so it seemed like a natural follow-up to steal their identities too and, I dunno, one thing led to another. You know how it is. https://t.co/SHGJL6sFZa
Indefinite family detention, blanket rejection of asylum, group hearings, failure to reunite families under court order. This cannot stand. Raise your voice. Fight for justice. Text BELONG to 97779. Join one of 600+ protests near you. #KeepFamilesTogether#FamiliesBelongTogetherpic.twitter.com/Dch9ad4oxt
Folks, this is huge, if true: NK has a secret, third nuclear facility. They have been hiding it. The US intell community knows about it. And Trump is saying the nuclear problem is solved. https://t.co/CjaKsnViPj
"It's an effort to erode the concept of virtue. To create a scenario in which there is no virtue because if there is no virtue, there's neither right nor wrong. It's all just the pursuit of power … that's what [Trump] wants" – @Evan_McMullin w/ @NicolleDWallacepic.twitter.com/MLj3gqWKJB
The Trumpublican party is so incompetent, they can't even pass their own bill outta the House, so of course it's the Democrats' fault. ;-)>https://t.co/9Oo0LyXFOA
If Dems don't totally CONTROL the Senate & House in the 116th Congress the 2020 Election will put a massive smile on Erdogan, Putin & Kim's face … and 'Good Americans' will learn what 'hell on Earth' really, really means. #TrumpRussia.
We won’t have a chance to vote in a legit election if we don’t do this right in 2018. No do over. This is the ONLY chance we have to turn this evil around.
Speaking about amnesty-seeking immigrants coming to the U.S., Legend said, ““We see them as human beings who deserve the chance to flourish and be the best versions of themselves that they can be. And it means we treat asylum seekers with compassion We don’t seek to punish them for trying to do what’s right for their families.”
Totally here for what Alek did. I stopped straightening my hair almost 25 years ago and it was one of the most liberating, self-affirming thing that I have ever done in my life.
#MLK’s ‘Letter from Birmingham Jail’ is not only a literary masterpiece; it is powerful and relevant, with insight that’s applicable in today’s social and political climate. Read it here: https://t.co/WUvfiM55PXpic.twitter.com/5onel1z4dW
Yes, yes.
I mentioned this in a tweet I thought reminded me of Dr. King’s letter:
AN EXCELLENT MUST READ: This thread reminds me about how black people are always told to wait their turn. Be patient, turn the other cheek. Reminds me of what Dr. King said in his Letter From Birmingham Jail to his white peers in the clergy. Shame on you, @washingtonpost. Enough! https://t.co/ZLd28f6dFy
— KSK(africa) I miss President Obama Everyday (@lawalazu) June 25, 2018
I say, let’s make them sorry for ever thinking this line of thought was EVER acceptable!
“News media hasn’t taken these groups as seriously as they’ve taken Trump supporters because they don’t take people of color, they don’t take women — or the validity of their political anger — very seriously” https://t.co/t0o6VZL0jcpic.twitter.com/HSzPU2dD6J
So true. The media constantly talks about Trump’s (sexual predator) base as if no other base counts; they made this monster. They are still carrying water for him by jumping on everything that he tweets.
In the past few weeks you've made it okay to ban a religion, mass purge voters and lie to people seeking medical help. And you're worried TV will hurt the court? https://t.co/8YyarGnW5n
Look up at the #DetentionCenter find the light in the window. The most powerful moment was when they made some noise. They saw us. They heard us. Our voices rose in Spanish & English as we let them know we are NOT giving up on them. #FamilesBelongTogetherMarchpic.twitter.com/fyT5qZPlpf
If SCOTUS overturns Roe v. Wade in 2019 or 2020, I’d predict a massive backlash: Dems would win the presidency and both the House and Senate in Nov 2020, and Congress would enact a law adding 2 seats to SCOTUS in 2021 or 2022. Remember there’s no constitutional magic in nine.
Working with whistleblowers and others, we have obtained information that should enable us to identify and help reunite over 590 children with their parents. Children need to be reunited with their parents NOW. We will not rest until this job is done. #FightClub#Basta
If you believe in equality & respect, in a better future for our kids, that we can be respected in the world & still be compassionate, in the rule of law, that the future of our democracy is at stake, and that we need to fight like hell for these principles, join the #FightClub.
Guys I am no Manchin fan but this is actually a very risky and brave stance for him given the politics of West Virginia. He deserves props here https://t.co/F4Ytms4i7n
What ho TOD Peeps, I went to the protest march in Downtown LA earlier today and it lifted my spirits….considerably. Got to hear John Legend sing (couldn’t see him — wasn’t close enough :lol:); good turnout. We have to sustain and expand until November and get everyone to vote like our lives depend upon it because now it really, really does. EXPECT US. #RESISTANCE
I was going to go but got injured awhile back, and now am dealing with plantar facitis (sp?) in my right foot which makes it hard for me to walk. But let me know next time when you march, cause i’d like to tag along if that’s ok with you?
Japanese American survivors & descendants rallied today at the Tule Lake WWII prison camp. We have a message for those who jail children, whether now or in 1942:
this is not civil and plays directly into DT's hands and they keep telling us to have higher moral standards than the president of the US so please don't share it pic.twitter.com/5oiYnGApJe
"Our ability to imagine ourselves in the shoes of others,to say 'there but for the grace of God go I,' is part of what makes us human.& to find a way to welcome the refugee & immigrant. After all, almost all of us were Strangers once,too.- #PresidentObama#FamiliesBelongTogetherpic.twitter.com/Uziyj4RsRT
I would give anything to be at summer camp right now.
I would give anything to not have to do this.
I’m on #RoadToChange because I made it out of school that day and I believe with all my heart that what I am doing is right. I owe it to the world to try and make it safer.
In the coming election, there is no room for apathy. There is far too much on the line for anybody to question whether or not it’s worth their time to go to the polls. These midterms are a key election in deciding the course our country will be taking in the years to come.
GOP Sen. Susan Collins, a key vote on Trump's SCOTUS nominee, says, "A candidate for this important position who would overturn Roe v. Wade would not be acceptable to me because that would indicate an activist agenda that I don't want to see a judge have." #ThisWeekpic.twitter.com/FXt2sJN7fT
My question for ALL THESE SENATORS that are acting like this is just business as usual when a CORRUPT. LYING AND ILLEGIT POSEUR is trying to inject a judge on the SC that could decide his fate, is WHY???
The Senators who are saying the key is whether a nominee will “follow precedent” need to wake up. Every nominee will claim to believe that judicial precedent must ordinarily be followed. Every nominee will also say there are exceptions. No nominee will say more. A futile issue.
Mitch McConnell has not followed precedent…that is how we got Gorsuch…Scotus did not follow precedent that is why the Muslim ban is in effect….Let us not kid ourselves…the GOP will do all it can to further their racist nativist agenda and hold onto power #DontBeFooled
Two problems with ICE are that it focuses on crimes + is in DHS (INS was in Dept Labor), setting up a bad culture. But folks are confusing ICE with CPB, which separates families at the border. A better agency would have a broader mission & handle migrant services + naturalization
Too few people realize that Roe v. Wade is a 2-sided coin. It protects a woman’s liberty to choose *whether or not* to bear a child. Relegating that choice to the state isn’t a PRO-LIFE move but an ANTI-LIBERTY move. If a state can say “stay pregnant!” it can also say “abort!”
I just don’t believe that the state has a right to tell a woman what to do with her body no more than it has a right to tell men what to do with their bodies. Its just like being anti-science, you can’t be anti-science and rely on Viagra and Cialis.
Our mission and motto going forward. Stronger together.
This @Amy_Siskind tweet says exactly what I’m feeling: saddened and a bit scared but motivated and emboldened and anything but resigned: we need to up our game, not leave the field to the forces of darkness. https://t.co/Pp9LdbnlAd
Once again it is time for me to say THANK YOU NW. You are very important for keeping Chips’ mission alive. And Chips, THANK YOU for creating this place. I see the Obama Diary as important as the marches and protests.
The Obama Diary 
Thank you, Nerdy. #FamiliesBelongTogether
A few words from Henry about the state of things and what we all need to do.
https://calvinscanadiancaveofcool.blogspot.com/2018/06/a-letter-of-hope-from-henry-rollins.html?m=1
Thank you, Desertflower, for posting the link to Henry Rollins letter.
LOVE THIS MAN.
Thank you, Nerdy. We’re all certainly together on this important day.
Not that any of this would mean a thing to her.
Today I march against the Trump/GOP crimes against children and families.
You make us proud, Bill R! (Adorable grandchildren!)
Bravo Bill. My soon to be replaced knee prevents me from marching, but I am there in spirit. Thank you!!!
Bravo Bill R. and your wonderful grandchildren 💕❤️
{{{Bill R.}}}
Thank you, all good friends. We must all keep the faith in the power of Light over darkness.
Way to go Bill R.
BRAVOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
Wonderful leadership for your family, Bill. Thank you!!!
Lovely photo, Bill R. Your grandchildren should be so proud of your activism. You’re teaching them right.
I.Really.Can’t.Take.This.
He’ll go willingly, at this moment of crisis. God bless him!
OMG!
I was trying to find out where the Ice Facility in Philadelphia was located. I was at the rally at Logan Square. There was a lot of speakers talking about shutting down the Berks County Detention Center.
To find a detention center near you, just plug in your info at the link:
Thank you, Meta. I found out it the facility was near Independence Hall.
You’re so welcome and thank you, terri.
Your welcome
So glad you were there!!!!!
Shame.
Don’t just IMPERIL their rule, make it NONEXISTENT
You know what I learned without a doubt? That this fraud administration and all those that support it, directly and indirectly, never really loved the promise of what America is. They do not love America.
Yes, that truth has to be faced so we act accordingly.
This is the truth. We NEVER back down. We NEVER give up. Go at them HARDER.FASTER. BE RELENTLESS.
Correct, Bill and df.
We face a brutally cruel, totally immoral regime that now occupies the White House, the Congress, much of corporate America and beyond.
Had Jeff Davis had these folk on his team, America would have allied with Hitler and Slavery would have been the norm well into the 20th Century and likely the 21st.
Why folk are so unwilling to face the fact that we aren’t at the beginning of America’s 2nd Civil War, but are currently on the verge of losing it is beyond me.
If Dems don’t control the 116th Congress, you will not want to live in this Nation. Period.
There are more of us than there are of them…we just all need to ENGAGE and stay focused and speak out….AND DAMN WELL VOTE!
Roger that!!
Large angry and motivated crowd at Salem, Oregon capitol.
Yup …. a BILLION GALLONS of this CURE should be being consumed in America, today ….
😂😂😂
Absolutely no surprise …
… to those of us who’ve known what Trump’s allegiances are …. for a very, very long time ….
Yup …
Getting more and more interesting ….
We won’t have a chance to vote in a legit election if we don’t do this right in 2018. No do over. This is the ONLY chance we have to turn this evil around.
THIS EVIL. THIS is what wants to be able to take over our country. Not on MY fucking watch!!!
https://lawandcrime.com/race-relations/dinesh-dsouza-under-fire-after-retweeting-posts-with-burnthejews-and-bringbackslavery-hashtags/
Correct. Totally.
Travesty after travesty after travesty.
Speaking about amnesty-seeking immigrants coming to the U.S., Legend said, ““We see them as human beings who deserve the chance to flourish and be the best versions of themselves that they can be. And it means we treat asylum seekers with compassion We don’t seek to punish them for trying to do what’s right for their families.”
LOVE. So poignant that they were there.
Yes
Beautiful speech.
For real …
Yes We Can
Totally here for what Alek did. I stopped straightening my hair almost 25 years ago and it was one of the most liberating, self-affirming thing that I have ever done in my life.
Yes, yes.
I mentioned this in a tweet I thought reminded me of Dr. King’s letter:
A little levity.
I say, let’s make them sorry for ever thinking this line of thought was EVER acceptable!
So true. The media constantly talks about Trump’s (sexual predator) base as if no other base counts; they made this monster. They are still carrying water for him by jumping on everything that he tweets.
He’s not the adult in the room.
What you really mean is that we the people will see some of you for who you really are, bought and paid for like so many others in government.
Consider donating….Let’s flip these seats!
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/2018redtoblue
Thread. SO many great posters from the marches today
Keep this nugget in mind:)
Thank you, Michael Avenatti:)
I’m hanging on his every word.
Amen, amen.
What ho TOD Peeps, I went to the protest march in Downtown LA earlier today and it lifted my spirits….considerably. Got to hear John Legend sing (couldn’t see him — wasn’t close enough :lol:); good turnout. We have to sustain and expand until November and get everyone to vote like our lives depend upon it because now it really, really does. EXPECT US. #RESISTANCE
Yeah, and yes, keep up the fight, however possible !!
I was going to go but got injured awhile back, and now am dealing with plantar facitis (sp?) in my right foot which makes it hard for me to walk. But let me know next time when you march, cause i’d like to tag along if that’s ok with you?
YES!!
So profound and moving.
i am so disheartened by the resistance world wide…..we have so much work to do…but it is good to know that we are not alone
i meant to say….I am Heartened……
Good day to see those TAX RETURNS, TRAITOR!
With a red hot poker. Sideways.
Know something, say something
She’s been amazing throughout this whole horrible mess caused by that madman in the WH!
Her speech blew my mind. She is RECLAIMING HER TIME.
No doubt that dog in the WH will pick him. Ugh.
://twitter.com/jupiter896/status/1013267268925394944
WOW!
Sure Suzie.
My question for ALL THESE SENATORS that are acting like this is just business as usual when a CORRUPT. LYING AND ILLEGIT POSEUR is trying to inject a judge on the SC that could decide his fate, is WHY???
EXACTLY!
I just don’t believe that the state has a right to tell a woman what to do with her body no more than it has a right to tell men what to do with their bodies. Its just like being anti-science, you can’t be anti-science and rely on Viagra and Cialis.
Our mission and motto going forward. Stronger together.
New post.
https://theobamadiary.com/2018/07/01/ferguson-freedom-fighters/
A little levity with the drama is good:)
Once again it is time for me to say THANK YOU NW. You are very important for keeping Chips’ mission alive. And Chips, THANK YOU for creating this place. I see the Obama Diary as important as the marches and protests.
With you all the way on that, Anna!