Sharon B Zimmerman
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always trying to make my sphere of influence a better place. Comm Dev w/ Woodforest Nat'l Bank, Elder @MDAdvanceChurch My musings: https://t.co/baWWKKlY5l
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I'll take this one Many of us feel that there is nothing that Black people can do to prevent white people from believing this nonsense A thread.
I've always wondered how Blacks and other POC who benefit from affirmative action feel about the perception some may have that their achievements — however fully earned — may be partially due to bias in favor of minorities. This is unhealthy for minorities and society at large.
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@smackmom25 @michaelharriot @smackmom25 Hola, the unroll you asked for: https://t.co/FYIfCjWKgr Enjoy :) 🤖
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@michaelharriot: I'll take this one Many of us feel that there is nothing that Black people can do to prevent white people from believing this nonsense A thread. June 12, 1716. Cotton Mather, a...
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BROKEN SYSTEM: “There are 99 legislators in the Tennessee House of Representatives… 60 of them had no opponent in last November’s election. Of the remaining races, almost none were competitive. Not 1 seat flipped from one party to the other.” 🇺🇸 https://t.co/rZqcQf1Awe
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State legislatures around the country — plagued by partisan division, uncompetitive races and gerrymandering — reflect the current pressures on democracy.
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Folks: The story's in the states. There's serious damage being done. NC, Ohio, WI, TX, FL, Missouri... Voting rights, abortion, books in schools & libraries: all at risk. Don't let the fireworks mask the fact that you're needed to organize & work in your home state--& others!
Huge news in NC: a Democratic lawmaker is switching parties & giving the GOP a veto-proof majority in the legislature. This could have huge consequences for many issues where Cooper's veto has been essential, such as immigration & abortion rights.
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John Falcicchio, who abruptly has left his two jobs as Chief of Staff and Deputy Mayor for Economic Development for DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, still has not explained his sudden departure after 8 years as top advisor to Bowser. But has changed his Twitter info. @politicshour @wcp
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God wants us to trust Him completely. Trust is not worry, anxiety, reasoning, or fear. Trust produces rest, peace, hope, and a positive attitude. #JoyceQuote
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Tyre Nichols was killed by Black, college educated cops who received extra training & passed required psychological exams How’s that “We-don’t need-to-defund-the-police-we-just-need-a-better-trained-more-educated-more-diverse-police-force” thing working out?
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Moments ago I spoke to Brittney Griner. She is safe. She is on a plane. She is on her way home.
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I just saw a few comments of ppl saying I was ugly cause I wasn’t wearing any makeup. And I really want y’all to get the help y’all need because makeup isn’t real. I’m beautiful in real life, because of who I am, not what I look like.
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Warnock: "Just because people endured long lines ... the rain and the cold and all kind of tricks in order to vote, it doesn't mean that voter suppression doesn't exist. It simply means that you the people have decided your voices will not be silenced."
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A lot of people in this thread are saying: “Yeah, it’s cringeworthy, but what’s specifically wrong with this?” @franklinleonard laid it out perfectly but there’s another question that needs to be asked. Why are you reading this thread? A thread.
#Emancipation producer Joey McFarland brought the original "scourged back" photo from 1863 to the film's premiere: "I wanted a piece of Peter to be here tonight." https://t.co/PUJ13jCFiD
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Just posted a photo @ 16th Street Heights - Crestwood - Brightwood Park, Washington
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Brilliant King. Powerful King. This is my father: truth-telling, yet love-centered. Watch and share.
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The two largest US oil companies have raked in more than $30 billion in the last three months. Don't tell me inflation is being driven by government spending or workers asking for better wages.
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Beginning today, applicants and others seeking relief through the Biden-Harris Administration's Student Debt Relief Plan will begin receiving updates. Don’t worry if you don’t get an email today - more are coming.
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Breaking: Democrat Mark Kelly defeats Republican Blake Masters in Arizona Senate race
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"We made this with sweet potatoes instead of russets, and it was absolutely amazing. Very delicious (both savory and sweet), and exactly as you promised: creamy potato and crusty cheesy edge in every bite. It was transcendent." https://t.co/rzJ6QnLyUn
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