Exploring contradictions in the history & politics of Illinois, the Midwest, and beyond. 🌾⚙️📚 Hosted by @niko_left
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My friend and comrade Valentina, a trans woman, was targeted by bigots at UIUC and has faced political repression for pro-Palestine beliefs. She is now facing homelessness. I would appreciate anyone who can help checking out the GoFundMe linked below and donating.
ALT screenshot of Gofundme titled "help Valentina Secure Housing"
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had a bunch of conversations with my Mom about this topic as we both navigated university life, and I wanted to share some of that on my podcast. it is really interesting to see the similarities between different xenophobic attacks and also where they diverge.
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The following is a list of U.S. universities where international students and faculty have faced visa revocations, detentions, or deportation orders under the Trump administration—many targeted for pro-Palestinian activism. In many cases, students have been accused, without evidence, of supporting terrorism or posing “foreign policy” risks. 🧵⬇️
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9/ Southern Illinois University (IL):
An international student had their visa revoked last week, leaving them in immigration limbo. The university confirmed the revocation but has not disclosed the student’s name or country of origin. The federal government provided no explanation for the action, sparking anxiety among SIU’s international community. SIU issued guidance urging students to exercise caution on social media and at protests, emphasizing the risks such activities may pose to their immigration status.
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This year’s rejected IL personalized license plates @ILSecOfState
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Cleveland's history is in jeopardy. Thousands of WKYC & WEWS news reels (1950-1990) need digitized. Watch this video, share it, and help @Cleveland_PL digitize these treasures for future generations. Together, we can preserve our city’s amazing story! youtu.be/zlqxaeBM90Q
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Today we honor the memories of those who have lost their lives to violence and transphobia. This Transgender Day of Remembrance, we must recommit ourselves to protecting our Trans community against hate and creating a world where everyone can live without fear.
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Pritzker Pod, rise up
🚨NEW EPISODE🚨
Today we are joined by @Nomads4Pritzker to discuss the state of politics in the Midwest, from J.B. Pritzker to J.D. Vance.
Check it out⬇️⬇️⬇️
ALT Episode Graphic reading "The Changing Politics of the Midwest Learning & Labor: Episode 11 w/ Nomadic Warriors for Pritzker" Includes image of Vance, Pritzker and Walz overlayed on background of Midwest satelite map.
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Had a great time on the Learning & Labor podcast!
🚨NEW EPISODE🚨
Today we are joined by @Nomads4Pritzker to discuss the state of politics in the Midwest, from J.B. Pritzker to J.D. Vance.
Check it out⬇️⬇️⬇️
ALT Episode Graphic reading "The Changing Politics of the Midwest Learning & Labor: Episode 11 w/ Nomadic Warriors for Pritzker" Includes image of Vance, Pritzker and Walz overlayed on background of Midwest satelite map.
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This is an exciting change, and comes as a result of broader cultural shifts in how we think about our lawns as well as a better understanding of the financial, environmental, and social costs of maintaining them.
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Today's featured university icon is Altgeld Hall at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois
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@SIUC #SIUC #SouthernIllinoisUniversity #SIU
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Happy Pride Month!
In 1989, Both Urbana and Champaign declared June 28th to be "Lesbian and Gay Pride Day", inspired by the Stonewall uprising. Champaign and Urbana were the first cities in Illinois to protect the rights of gays/lesbians with human rights ordinances.
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ALT Picture of proclamation signed by the mayors. Champaign and Urbana were the first cities in Illinois to protect the rights of gays and lesbians under the passage of human rights ordinances. In 1989, both city's mayors declared June 28th to be "Lesbian and Gay Pride Day," largely influenced by the 20th anniversary of the Stonewall riots.
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Over one hundred years after it existed, the history of a student organization at the University of Illinois is still being reevaluated.
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Episode 2 of @Learning_Labor will be out later this week. It'll cover the life of John Peter Altgeld, the namesake of the iconic Altgeld Hall. was hoping to get it out sooner but i've been super busy and got sick. very excited to share this with everyone!