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Alligators are proud and noble animals and don’t deserve to be associated with Ron DeSantis’ fascist politics or his annoying nasally voice.

If you ever need a pep talk, call (707) 873-7862.

It’s a school project where kindergarteners give you a pep talk. 🥹♥️✨

I really needed this today.

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In October, the National Restaurant Association’s legal arm convened Jen Abruzzo of the NLRB, lawyers from union avoidance firms like Jackson Lewis and Littler Mendelson, and execs from major restaurant chains for its annual conference. Here’s the story…

https://www.levernews.com/fear-and-loathing-among-the-union-busters

Fear And Loathing Among The Union Busters

At a gathering of the National Restaurant Association’s legal arm, lawyers and executives grappled with a worker uprising.

The Lever

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Damaging ice storm imminent across a large portion of Texas. Significant damage to vegetation and power distribution infrastructure leading to prolonged power outages. Extremely hazardous travel conditions #txwx

NWS Houston on Twitter

“Areas of rain expected across parts of SE TX tonight. Where temps are/get close to freezing, frozen precip will be possible. A Winter Storm Warning & a Winter Weather Advisory are in effect. Driving conditions may become dangerous. Stay Weather Aware! #txwx #bcswx #glswx #houwx”

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Suncor's Commerce City, CO refinery is a danger to both surrounding communities and workers. It is time to hold the company accountable. https://www.cpr.org/2023/01/27/suncor-commerce-city-refinery-worker-safety/

Two Suncor employees were burned in a flash fire at the Commerce City refinery. That incident and others are raising questions about worker safety

Some industry observers worry a December fire could show the company’s problems with worker safety aren't limited to Canada.

Colorado Public Radio

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To recap the past few days:

The US and NATO continue massive escalations of aid to Ukraine, risking direct war with Russia

A US Air Force general predicted war with China in 2025

Israel launched an attack against Iran, airstrikes in Syria, and raids against Palestinians

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It shouldn't be controversial that we need to get oil wells out of neighborhoods, away from schools and homes. https://twitter.com/insideclimate/status/1620111006717382684

Inside Climate News on Twitter

“California environmental justice advocates recently celebrated major local and state laws to stop neighborhood oil drilling. Now, they’re mounting a campaign to stop the oil industry’s $20 million push to reverse those gains. https://t.co/BbOsXLwgsD”

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Last year, 38% of Americans put off receiving medical care due to cost—a record high.

It’s disgraceful that the U.S. is the richest nation on earth and the only major country that does not provide universal health care. We need Medicare for All.

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If approved, the Willow Project would endanger wildlife like polar bears, migratory birds, and caribou. It also would jeopardize the health & practices of Alaska Native communities. This is make or break for climate change, biodiversity, and justice. https://ejus.tc/3JjBjfh

A Big New Arctic Oil Project? Just Say No, Biden

The administration will soon decide whether to green-light the massive Willow Arctic oil drilling project, which would threaten the climate and the Western Arctic.

Earthjustice