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I highly suggest you go to the FDR, MKL jr Memorials and the others all within walking distance of each other along the Tidal Basin. If you don’t get teary eyed I’d be surprised. I personally feel you will get more bang for your efforts than walking through the museum. You truly should come back and do the Holocaust Museum, the National Museum of African American History and as many others as you can. So very moving. Have a wonderful workshop!

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I will definitely have to do that. They all look so amazing. I quite regret not adding a day to my trip.

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Hi Jess. Actions done. Posted Bidens ad on Facebook. It was removed immediately. Threatening email from FB received.

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Facebook is a dumpster fire 🔥of trolls, bots, intruders from Russia I expect. Spend so much time blocking them, strongly considering dumping the app….but how do I get in touch with older family who know not Substack or change easily? It’s a conundrum.

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Wow I never go on it anymore so didn't know.

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One more thing - I like your image of a dumpster fire of trolls....You have a good imagination.

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All of that may be true - but for keeping in touch it seems to work. My post was removed because it was a political ad and triggered something they must see frequently from bit engines,. I publish a substack called Healthcare Advocacy and put it and videos of the newsletter on facebook most days with no difficulty. Sigh

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Oh for gosh sakes.

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WHAT? That is so weird! I wonder why?

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If you have the time, walk around the monuments after dark. They are breathtaking when lit up!

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I will!

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Thank you, Jess! Made the calls. And Blue Wave Postcarding is exactly what my hands (willing but arthritic) will appreciate. Address labels and a short script - perfect!

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Oh yay! Enjoy!

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Hi Jessica! I love the Chop Wood, Save the Planet section in some of your emails! I have a suggestion for an item in that section. I just published a book on Amazon for would-be climate protection leaders which I think your readers would be interested in: Save the Planet in Your Spare Time - A Climate Protection Handbook for the Busy Person. I'm hoping you will share this news with your readers and help build a small army of climate protection community leaders across the US! Thank you for your consideration!

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That’s so great - have an amazing time - you definitely belong there with all the other change makers! Btw congrats on the shoutout from Dan Pfeiffer this morning! Also, love that gif - could not be more true. Happy travels and remember to take deep breaths. 🩵

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Enjoy your trip; save freedom and Democracy for all with your newfound tricks of the allegiance to our tribe!

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Safe travels, enjoy your time in D.C.

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Thanks, Dave!

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