Thomas Hilbink (he/his)

The money they left in a bag on my doorstep was not a bribe, because if I hadn’t picked it up it would have been sitting un-picked up. #alitoethics

Bold words from a man who has done well more than his share to politicize the federal courts.

@CommonCause Karen did so much good for our democracy. Few can claim to have had as much impact. Her faith in democracy will live on in many of us.

Read our full statement on the passing of Common Cause President, Karen Hobert Flynn, below. commoncause.org/press-release/…

Today, democracy lost one of its fiercest defenders: Karen Hobert Flynn. May her memory give us strength as we carry forward her legacy.

@DHTheWeatherNut @MonteBelmonte @CPonNEPM @nepublicmedia How great to know you a little better. I appreciate what you do so much. Thank you!

For folks that wanted to see my ConnectingPoint interview but didn't have a chance to, here is a link directly to it, it runs about 8 mins. Thank you SO MUCH to @MonteBelmonte, @CPonNEPM, and @nepublicmedia for producing this segment, I'm so grateful. youtube.com/watch?v=tUE6O8…

NEW REPORT: Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Family Dollar are spreading at an unprecedented rate, levying a devastating economic toll in cities and rural areas alike. There’s a growing tide of local opposition. But we need federal action, too. 1/ ilsr.org/report-dollar-…

@DianeCurtis50 100% bawling.

@thermoware @USConst_Amend_I Expression — which a fart literally is — is protected under the first amendment. But not clear if there are precedents.

A @USConst_Amend_I conundrum if this had happened in the US. Parody is protected speech. But must the expression be only verbal or printed?

Remember when we were told they weren't opposing the teaching of Black history, just "CRT"? And how many dismissed those of us who said these laws were anti-history laws, and anti-Black? Perhaps one day folks will listen to those who know. thedailybeast.com/desantis-block…

A lovingly set path forward for social justice organizations and movements. Must read.

@rbrtrmstrng And Truss had a frisée in her departure

It's like something out of Romaine history

@rbrtrmstrng You’re being radicchio

@SusanRHolmberg Don’t give away my secrets!

Dentist office playing ALL the Sugar Ray hits.

Reminder: Ensuring all drivers are tested, licensed, and insured is a *good thing* that makes our roads safer for everyone. And that's exactly why law enforcement leaders from Lawrence to Northampton are coming together to pass and support #YESon4 🚗

NYT on Iran protests: “ outraging even some Iranians who had formerly supported the revolutionary government.” What is revolutionary about a government that has held power for 40+ years? Once a revolutionary ≠ always a revolutionary.

@roselonghurst Acknowledgement is the first step.

@kmtani I feel your frustration. The fields I’ve worked in have some bad actors with good reputations. I’ve seen some gratifying comeuppances. But as a great person said, “You may think you’re the only person who can see who he really is, but you’re not.”

There have been some articles in the media recently about the care workforce shortage. I know the word crisis is overused but I do believe this is a crisis -- it was before the pandemic and now its life & death for millions of our loved ones in need of assistance. THREAD

@gouldjonb But you’ll never miss a moment of the patio conversation!

When I was recruited to UCI, folks extolled the joys of outdoor living. I think we may have misunderstood.

@thermoware @davidshayne @thermoware, I'm proud to be Deputy Perkins to your Sheriff Lobo.

When you get home from the office, and a screen used prop from The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo arrives in your mailbox, you know you have great friends. And they “get you.” @davidshayne @hilbink #SheriffLobo