WTF is wrong with Rs right now? Elected Rs are fast-tracking our descent into authoritarian fascism. Their white supremacy and patriarchy are no longer under a glossy veneer, it's naked for all to see. Do you see it? What keeps you from naming it and fighting back tooth & nail?

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I love seeing all the excitement of #SQLFamily back together in-person at #MVPSummit! I'm just down the road in Issaquah, I'd love to see some SQL friends if anyone is heading out to happy hour or dinner tonight. 🐲 #BefriendingDragons

Self care is key to thriving. When we focus only on the technical details & our job description we make doing our jobs much harder - and much harder ON US. Take a breather. Learn from these folks Friday. #BefriendingDragons

Fellow coaches, learn tips to "Coach for Race and Gender Equity" | Befriending Dragons youtu.be/pMBh2rENFBA #ICF #ICW2023

Are you aware of the concept of inclusive intelligence? Do you know its benefits? What practical steps can you take to embed it in your team culture? If you are based in Seattle area, this event is for you!! Book your spot today & come network: eventbrite.com/e/embedding-in…

For ALLIES of Women in Tech who feel left behind - "SELECT Thrive FROM Career: SQL Server Edition" Jun 6 @ noon PT eventbrite.com/e/select-thriv… #Leadership #SQLFamily #AntiBullying #DEIB #Confidence #Boundaries

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Top 10 imaginary Black people of all time. (according to white people) A thread:

There are 10 common myths about male violence towards women and girls that are holding us back from making any change: ⬇️

Nazis. These US Nazis demand purity - be white enough, male enough, or "know your place." They don't consider drag queen performers pure. Any man who adopts any feminine clothing, well they'll treat them just like they treat women: expected to submit & defer. Don't be a Nazi.

As we celebrate #Juneteenth, let us keep in mind that African Americans during the Civil War distinguished between *abolishing slavery* and *freeing people.* Many formerly enslaved people did not feel *free* in 1865 and thereafter, and they clearly articulated why. A thread 1/

I need a favor. For my #WomenInTech friends, can you fill out this survey for me? It's about what keeps you from having the career you want. If you're an ally to women in tech, pls fwd the survey to your friends, family, & coworkers. Thanks! us7.list-manage.com/survey?u=99081… #SQLFamily

Change is never going to come as fast & completely as you want. But if you get mad & stop fighting for it, it's never going to come at all, & we're all going to go backward again. There's only one party trying to make it better. Are you going to help? Or be part of the problem?

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