The blatant disregard for the rule of law and the will of the voters by everyone downstream from this administration is disgusting and more importantly criminal.
Contact People magazine! A pair of Tennessee legislators recently proposed a similar bill adding the death penalty to our already strict abortion laws. Lots of people were sharing on social media about it and were outraged. It found its way to the magazine and they did a piece on it recently. The bill was "aborted" shortly after.
Jess, I can’t say how much I appreciate your conviction, your commitment, and your work to inspire others to stay in this fight. You’re right, too much of it is unthinkable. But it’s happening. And we gotta stop it!
I totally get it, not only as a voter in Missouri but also as a poll worker in Missouri it's beyond frustrating to me that we vote to have these rights and then these Republicans whine because it didn't go their way and they go to the court system and it gets overturned. And then I have to explain to people at the polling place as least as possible because a lot of people don't do research that yes you did vote on this previously but The people at the Capitol didn't like the results. There's many days that I often just want to throw in the towel and not want to work an election ever again. And if I do work an election it would be in a blue state.
I’m a poll worker in Virginia, which is blue at the moment. Very glad to have Abigail Spanberger as our new Governor. That doesn’t mean we’re free of frustration.
You may have heard Virginia is on the cusp of redistricting, to go from 6(D) / 5(R) U.S. House seats to a 9/1 ratio, in a response to counter the Texas redistricting. At the moment, though, it’s on hold, because the republicans found one judge in one remote red county (we have 95 counties) to rule on a technicality to halt the redistricting referendum on 21 April. Of course, that ruling from Tazewell County will be appealed, but, it’s so obnoxious they have the point of view that the definition of “free and fair elections” means they win.
Wouldn’t call it halted. They have tried to through a monkey wrench in the works, but the wheels are still turning…. I think the redistricting will happen; There is so much momentum behind it.
I can't vote/run (I'm not a citizen), but I think democracy is much healthier when every seat is contested. Back in Lancashire, where I grew up, there was always a choice and my mostly rural constituency flip-flopped as a consequence.
God bless you dear lady for fighting the good fight! Abortion is also healthcare for women…ectopic pregnancies, miscarriages, and other issues that threaten the life of the woman frequently require a D&C or an abortion to correct the medical emergency. These boneheaded men in government don’t seem to understand this fact, or maybe they just don’t care!
Not to mention that women deserve autonomy over their own bodies. These issues should be decided by the woman and her doctor; government does NOT belong in that mix!
OB-GYN's are leaving red states to freely practice evidence-based medicine in friendlier states. With that, the teaching hospitals are getting fewer and fewer candidates & the low number of qualified practitioners already has a huge impact on infant mortality & women's heath in those states. The brain-drain in red state medical schools is a reality.
I wrote about loons like Moon a few months ago in my Substack, "Notes from KC." I began as follows:
"I’m not sure when exactly Missouri became the nation’s epicenter of batshittery, boasting one of the most retrograde legislatures in the union and incubating a host of embarrassing figures now strutting across the national stage (Josh Hawley, Eric Schmitt, Ed Martin Jr., and D. John Sauer, to name a few).
"But perhaps no one better exemplifies the state’s devolution into utter lunacy than an obscure politician named Eric Burlison who represents Missouri’s 7th congressional district in the southwest corner of the state.
"You see, Burlison believes that the Smithsonian is hiding evidence that giants once roamed the earth. No, he’s not talking about dinosaurs. He’s talking about “Nephilim,” a race of giants that crops up in the Book of Genesis."
Jess you are my hero. I will never have your energy or your tolerance which enables you to live in such a red state. The most daring I have done of late is join Braver Angels. They put me in a Texas group even though I live in blue next door. I decided it was good for me to at least attempt to listen. But you, you deserve a statue in your statehouse.
Has anyone investigated the activities of Mr. Moon? This sounds like a person who had some, uh, “interesting “ ideas about sexuality. Maybe a little too much ideation to not have put some fantasies into action.
Is there a way to make a one-time donation? I can’t afford to make a recurring donation, unfortunately, but I can afford to give $10 right now. Thanks.
The blatant disregard for the rule of law and the will of the voters by everyone downstream from this administration is disgusting and more importantly criminal.
We must take the fight directly to them, for every seat and contest. We must create our own destiny.
“The place in which I'll fit will not exist until I make it.” - James Baldwin
Contact People magazine! A pair of Tennessee legislators recently proposed a similar bill adding the death penalty to our already strict abortion laws. Lots of people were sharing on social media about it and were outraged. It found its way to the magazine and they did a piece on it recently. The bill was "aborted" shortly after.
Great idea
It was also reported on by @Jessica Valenti her newsletter has got a wide range.
Jess, I can’t say how much I appreciate your conviction, your commitment, and your work to inspire others to stay in this fight. You’re right, too much of it is unthinkable. But it’s happening. And we gotta stop it!
❤️
Thank goodness for you and people like you who are willing to do the work!!
I totally get it, not only as a voter in Missouri but also as a poll worker in Missouri it's beyond frustrating to me that we vote to have these rights and then these Republicans whine because it didn't go their way and they go to the court system and it gets overturned. And then I have to explain to people at the polling place as least as possible because a lot of people don't do research that yes you did vote on this previously but The people at the Capitol didn't like the results. There's many days that I often just want to throw in the towel and not want to work an election ever again. And if I do work an election it would be in a blue state.
I’m a poll worker in Virginia, which is blue at the moment. Very glad to have Abigail Spanberger as our new Governor. That doesn’t mean we’re free of frustration.
You may have heard Virginia is on the cusp of redistricting, to go from 6(D) / 5(R) U.S. House seats to a 9/1 ratio, in a response to counter the Texas redistricting. At the moment, though, it’s on hold, because the republicans found one judge in one remote red county (we have 95 counties) to rule on a technicality to halt the redistricting referendum on 21 April. Of course, that ruling from Tazewell County will be appealed, but, it’s so obnoxious they have the point of view that the definition of “free and fair elections” means they win.
Oh no, I hadn't heard about the halt on the redistricting referendum
Wouldn’t call it halted. They have tried to through a monkey wrench in the works, but the wheels are still turning…. I think the redistricting will happen; There is so much momentum behind it.
Good to know, thanks
I can't vote/run (I'm not a citizen), but I think democracy is much healthier when every seat is contested. Back in Lancashire, where I grew up, there was always a choice and my mostly rural constituency flip-flopped as a consequence.
If it's something completely insane in the Missouri legislature, you can almost guarantee Mike Moon has his little mitts all over it.
God bless you dear lady for fighting the good fight! Abortion is also healthcare for women…ectopic pregnancies, miscarriages, and other issues that threaten the life of the woman frequently require a D&C or an abortion to correct the medical emergency. These boneheaded men in government don’t seem to understand this fact, or maybe they just don’t care!
Not to mention that women deserve autonomy over their own bodies. These issues should be decided by the woman and her doctor; government does NOT belong in that mix!
OB-GYN's are leaving red states to freely practice evidence-based medicine in friendlier states. With that, the teaching hospitals are getting fewer and fewer candidates & the low number of qualified practitioners already has a huge impact on infant mortality & women's heath in those states. The brain-drain in red state medical schools is a reality.
Ohio has had much the same problems, trying to get an un-gerrymandered map.
I wrote about loons like Moon a few months ago in my Substack, "Notes from KC." I began as follows:
"I’m not sure when exactly Missouri became the nation’s epicenter of batshittery, boasting one of the most retrograde legislatures in the union and incubating a host of embarrassing figures now strutting across the national stage (Josh Hawley, Eric Schmitt, Ed Martin Jr., and D. John Sauer, to name a few).
"But perhaps no one better exemplifies the state’s devolution into utter lunacy than an obscure politician named Eric Burlison who represents Missouri’s 7th congressional district in the southwest corner of the state.
"You see, Burlison believes that the Smithsonian is hiding evidence that giants once roamed the earth. No, he’s not talking about dinosaurs. He’s talking about “Nephilim,” a race of giants that crops up in the Book of Genesis."
If you're interested in reading the rest, it can be found here: https://substack.com/home/post/p-171143256
Thank you!!!
Jess you are my hero. I will never have your energy or your tolerance which enables you to live in such a red state. The most daring I have done of late is join Braver Angels. They put me in a Texas group even though I live in blue next door. I decided it was good for me to at least attempt to listen. But you, you deserve a statue in your statehouse.
Thank you!!!
I’ve left a like to show support, not because I like what you’ve written, Jess.
I completely understand, friend
Has anyone investigated the activities of Mr. Moon? This sounds like a person who had some, uh, “interesting “ ideas about sexuality. Maybe a little too much ideation to not have put some fantasies into action.
It’s always a man…..
Well, not always . . . [Consider Noem, Bondi, Gabbard. Owens, Loomer . . .] /s
Is there a way to make a one-time donation? I can’t afford to make a recurring donation, unfortunately, but I can afford to give $10 right now. Thanks.
Yes! And thank you! https://contribute.bluemissouri.org/join_missouri_ot
Thanks. Soon as I find my plastic it’s on the way.
I’m tired of seeing my home state in this state and I sure as heck know you are.