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Power is shifting upward -- and you're already feeling it. [View all]
Power is shifting upward — and you’re already feeling it.
— Gail Waldby âŒðŸ‘‘ (@gailwaldby.bsky.social) 2026-04-29T23:06:44.944Z
Across the country, power is moving away from everyday people and toward politicians, wealthy interests, and unaccountable institutions.
You can see it in rising costs, stagnant wages, and communities that feel ignored or targeted. That disconnect isn’t random — it’s what happens when people lose power.
— Gail Waldby âŒðŸ‘‘ (@gailwaldby.bsky.social) 2026-04-29T23:06:44.945Z
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