Chris Barnett

@rcanelson.bsky.social

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Yes to diversity, equity, and inclusion. No to DM’s unless you know me, bitte.

A minimal cartoon page about euthanizing your pet. It pulls at my heartstrings every time I have occasion to share it. The text of the cartoon is the dog talking to the human: “I wish that I could talk to you. I'd like you to know I appreciate all the things you've done for me. Even this. We've had a lot of fun, gone on many great adventures. I still remember the sunny days I felt like I could run forever. Now I'm old. I' a tired. And I hurt. It's time. I'm so glad you're here with me; I am not afraid. Scratch behind ay ear, where I 11ke it, and everything will be all right. I wish that I could talk to you. Because I know you're sad, and I'd really love to tell you Thanks for everything. I had a wonderful time.” This last panel simply shows a human from behind hugging a dog whose head is nuzzled into the person’s neck 🥹
Screen shot of a video still showing an ant carrying an orange flower.
Big Thief performing at the Greek Theater, UC Berkeley, September 25, 2025.
Sign put up in West Oakland stating: Momma losing medicaid? No more social security? Try preemptive Cremation! Call 1800-DON-BURN *Full reimbursement from DOGE
Dense crowd beginning to March along 8th Street in Oakland on June 14. My vantage point looking forward at backs of marchers and their signs filling the street completely. Big crowd!!!
A plank in the T. Tyler Potterfield Bridge (pedestrian) over the James River in Richmond Virginia, bearing President Abraham Lincoln’s declaration : “Thank God that I lived to see this. “
Dense crowd of people protesting at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland Ca today, minutes before the 1pm start time. VERY large crowd turnout.
PEACEFUL PROTEST CHECKLIST For the National Protest - April 5 Before You Go: • Tell a trusted frind your plans and check-in time • Fully charge your phone (+ bring a portable chargerif posible) • Dress for comfort: closed-toe shoes, layers, sun protection • Avoid clothing with identifying logos unless intentional but bring an American Flag if you can Phone Safety: • Use passcode only (turn off fingerprint/Face ID) • Turn on airplane mode when not activ using phone • Disable location services if not needed • Back up your phone in advance What to Bring: • Water bottle • Regulaue niln anguisy itmascu • Light snacks (protein bar, fruit, etc.) • ID (put leave unnecessary items't home) • Small amount of cash • Face mask (health and privacy) • Notepad/pen (to write down names detalls if needed) • Sign or banner (optional, keep it light and easy to carry Mental Preparation: • Take a few deep breaths before leaving • Remind yourself of your purpose • Stay peaceful and composed, evem if others aren't During the Protest: • Stick with a group if you can • Stay aware of exits, surroundings. and crowd energy • Do not engage with agitators or provocation • Take photos/videos safely, especially if documenting events Stay safe. Stay strong. Stay grounded. Peaceful change is powerful change.
Graffiti on a building that declares: “resist the gangsters in the White House”
Two black and white mixed breed dogs cavorting together at the beach. In the distance, breaking surf and a surfer striding toward the water with his surfboard.
Dog expressing affection and comfort by resting her head tenderly on the foot of a standing person.
Photo from NYT of NY’s finest keeping watch over a Tesla dealership to protect against protestors.
A warehouse front in West Oakland with a hand painted message stating: Resist the Gangsters in the White House
A bus shelter poster from London showing a Nazi saluting Musk in a Tesla and the text: Goes From 0 to 1939 in Three Seconds. TESLA, THE SWASTICAR.
A beautiful trans pride flag drawn as a protest sign, emblazoned with a heart and the words *love and protect trans kids*
Crowds protesting at Tesla dealership in Berkeley California.
Easy breezy Resistance task: Flood Google with this: 1. Google Gulf of Mexico. 2. it says Gulf of America 3. Click three little dots to the right of it 4. hit "Send Feedback" 5. hit "Gulf Of America" 6. hit "Inaccurate content" 7. hit "Incorrect" ', then tell them its name: 'This body of water is the Gulf of Mexico' 8. Repeat task often .)
Easy breezy Resistance task: Flood Google with this: 1. Google Gulf of Mexico. 2. it says Gulf of America 3. Click three little dots to the right of it 4. hit "Send Feedback" 5. hit "Gulf Of America" 6. hit "Inaccurate content" 7. hit "Incorrect" ', then tell them its name: 'This body of water is the Gulf of Mexico' 8. Repeat task often .)
A group of citizens holding lights along Mission Street in San Francisco in 2019, with signs spelling out IMPEACH and a projection on the wall of the building depicting an illustration of someone sending a Nazi with a flying punch and the caption: FIGHTING NAIS is an American Tradition. STOP the Proud Boys.
Screen capture of a tweet from CBS Sunday Morning calling Fick’s return to the WH an *unexpected comeback* rather than a failure of our institutions against a criminal insurrectionist. Courtesy of aggregate site Joe My God.
A bit of white dog or coyote fur on the ground, the clump of which appears to be heart shaped.
My dogs in the back seat of the car listening to Mitch read A Christmas Carol on the air.
A selfie of me with Revered Jesse Jackson at Dulles Airport in 2017.
A virtual certificate with text "Celebrating 10M users on Bluesky, #925,415, Chris Barnett ‪@rcanelson.bsky.social‬, joined on Sep 8, 2023"
An iPhone photo taken of a small waxing crescent moon-shaped piece of paper trodden into sidewalk concrete. The minimal composition evokes the moon in the sky.
This image is a screen capture from my phone showing an alert today from the Washington Post declaring “Autorat (my substitution) appeals Maine’s decision to ban him from the primary ballot for his role in Jan 6 attack. “
Gray day tree trunks seen through a thicket of green foliage and orange red berries