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Soft power, Baby!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\nIn addition to all things Mountain Indivisible, (y\u2019all rock,) I\u2019m making an effort to bring my many MAGA neighbors into the fold through kindness. I started a \u201cneighbors helping neighbors\u201d WhatsApp group, I hire their friends for things I can\u2019t do myself (like cut down trees,) I send them holiday cards and will host a holiday open house. The crueler the sewer clowns are, the nicer I try to be. Time will tell if it will work.
(Our 2024 political signs brought ire\u2014 specifically raw sewage thrown on our truck. I\u2019m hoping our midterm signs will bring us nothing more than quiet disdain\u2014or reflection.) 😉<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Flock petition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Our \u201cFLOCK Cameras in Mitchell County\u201d needs all the signatures we can get. If you live in Mitchell, do business in Mitchell or just drive through Mitchell, you may be affected by Flock recording your comings and goings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look for the petitions at local businesses around Spruce Pine or download the pdf (link below) and send your signature page to us. You can also print out a copy of a petition for your friends to sign, and then return. There\u2019s only day left before we speak at the next Mitchell County Commission meeting, so we really need your help. Contact: deflock@mountainindivisible.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nOur petition to the Mitchell County commissioners is live and you can find paper copies at DTs, The Mad Hatter & Mad Platter, Fox & Fig and the chiropractor next to Mad Hatter.
Go here to see the petition and background material, including several videos that go into great detail on the problems with Flock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/mountainindivisible.org\/news\/2026\/04\/23\/flock-petition-references\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat are you up to?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What are you and your circle doing to lift up, support, inform your community and\/or to fight back against the criminal enterprise squatting on our federal government? Please share with us so we can include that in future newsletters. Sometimes knowing of the littlest things being done by your neighbors can help lighten the load someone may be carrying or give others the courage or push to do something themselves. Often, knowing you’re not the only one that cares about a particular issue is enough to move someone to act. Let us also know if you’d like your name shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Upcoming events<\/h1>\n\n\n\nFlocking the commissioners – May 4<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
At the next Mitchell Commissioners meeting at 6:30pm we plan on presenting the signed petitions and speaking during the citizen input period about the need for more transparency regarding the use of Flock cameras in Mitchell. If you can make it out to show support for this effort, please do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
26 Crimson Laurel Way, Bakersville, NC 28705 [map link<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\nPostcard Posse meeting May 5th<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Postcard Posse at First Baptist Burnsville, Tuesdays at 10:30 in the fellowship hall. Anyone is invited. Email vickiaderman@gmail.com with questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bi-weekly demonstrations – beginning May 8<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We’re going to try something a little different and schedule demos every other Friday, alternating between Spruce Pine and Burnsville. We’ll decide on an primary topic the Wed before and send that out to everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first one will be from 2-4 at \u201cThe Intersection\u201d of 19E and 226S in Spruce Pine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re coming from Burnsville, this is the turn you take to Grassy Creek. The road to the north is Highland Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"\/](\"https:\/\/mountainindivisible.org\/uploadimages\/image\/image(5).png\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nNote that you can no longer park on Valley Rd. You can stop and offload items if you need but you’ll have to park at the police station farther down Valley. Several of us are available to ferry people back up to the intersection as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s getting warmer so bring water and stay hydrated. Consider bringing an umbrella or hat for shade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meet the candidates – May 14<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Meet Your Candidates for House!
JAMIE AGER – Candidate for US House District Il
SUZANNE GAVENUS – Candidate for NC House District 85
Thursday, May 14th at 5:30 PM
Spruce Pint Taproom
388 Oak Ave, Spruce Pine, NC<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is a ticketed event. Capacity is limited, so please RSVP to the following address: https:\/\/secure.actblue.com\/donate\/agerandgavenus?refcode=fbevent<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis is also a good opportunity to sign up to help out the Mitchell dems!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other stuff<\/h1>\n\n\n\nMesa can’t enforce its own fire codes at an ICE facility where detainees can’t even sit down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/azmirror.com\/2026\/04\/27\/mesa-cant-enforce-its-own-fire-codes-at-an-ice-facility-where-detainees-cant-even-sit-down<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nFederal supremacy laws leave local governments powerless to enforce fire codes or capacity limits at ICE detention facilities<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
ICE releases El Gamal family after re-arresting mother and 5 children, attorney says<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/www.texastribune.org\/2026\/04\/25\/el-gamal-family-dilley-family-detention-texas-redetained-egypt\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nA plane carrying the family to Michigan was reportedly on its way back to Colorado after a Texas federal judge ordered a halt to their deportation following his ruling that they be released. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
It Is Difficult for the Brain to Comprehend All the Ways Jeff Bezos Is Shafting Americans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/www.commondreams.org\/opinion\/amazon-ceo-jeff-bezos<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nLike the robber barons of the first Gilded Age, Bezos\u2019s consumption is of the conspicuous kind. But is luxurious lifestyle is not his biggest crime.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
CBS Cuts Two-Thirds of Trump’s 60 Minutes Interview, One Year After He Sued the Network Over Editing [the interview with Kamala Harris]<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/www.yahoo.com\/news\/articles\/cbs-cuts-two-thirds-trumps-171852296.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.hollywoodreporter.com\/tv\/tv-news\/donald-trump-60-minutes-interview-edited-cbs-lawsuit-1236578539<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/newrepublic.com\/post\/209590\/trump-rants-edited-out-60-minutes-interview-cbs-shooting<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nDespite speaking with O’Donnell for 40 minutes on April 26, only 13 minutes of the interview aired on CBS. The network also published the full version and a complete transcript online, a level of transparency that did little to quiet the conversation already building around it.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Multiple men \u2018drugged and raped\u2019 at \u2018super predator\u2019 Epstein\u2019s secretive New Mexico ranch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/www.the-independent.com\/news\/world\/americas\/crime\/jeffrey-epstein-zorro-ranch-new-mexico-b2966231.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nLocal survivors have come forward for the first time as New Mexico presses on with its reopened investigation into the isolated Sante Fe property<\/p>\n\n\n\n
New Mexico Governor Could Break the Epstein Case Open For The World See<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/cmarmitage.substack.com\/p\/new-mexico-governor-could-break-the<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nLike many of you, I\u2019ve been reading Alisa Valdes-Rodr\u00edguez\u2019s reporting on Zorro Ranch at The Pugilist. On April 18, she described what a thorough search of the property would look like. In her words, \u201ca thorough search of 7,500 acres of rough New Mexico terrain, with multiple structures and outbuildings, requires not days but weeks.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Documents: Federal [HSI] agents engaged in sex acts with victims<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This is \u201cold\u201d reporting, way back from 2020, but relevant because the abuse that ICE and related agents are currently engage in are just par for the course in homeland security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/1c86224532d2ab314fe0f245bdce62b9<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition to all things Mountain Indivisible, (y\u2019all rock,) I\u2019m making an effort to bring my many MAGA neighbors into the fold through kindness. I started a \u201cneighbors helping neighbors\u201d WhatsApp group, I hire their friends for things I can\u2019t do myself (like cut down trees,) I send them holiday cards and will host a holiday open house. The crueler the sewer clowns are, the nicer I try to be. Time will tell if it will work.
(Our 2024 political signs brought ire\u2014 specifically raw sewage thrown on our truck. I\u2019m hoping our midterm signs will bring us nothing more than quiet disdain\u2014or reflection.) 😉<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Flock petition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Our \u201cFLOCK Cameras in Mitchell County\u201d needs all the signatures we can get. If you live in Mitchell, do business in Mitchell or just drive through Mitchell, you may be affected by Flock recording your comings and goings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look for the petitions at local businesses around Spruce Pine or download the pdf (link below) and send your signature page to us. You can also print out a copy of a petition for your friends to sign, and then return. There\u2019s only day left before we speak at the next Mitchell County Commission meeting, so we really need your help. Contact: deflock@mountainindivisible.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Our petition to the Mitchell County commissioners is live and you can find paper copies at DTs, The Mad Hatter & Mad Platter, Fox & Fig and the chiropractor next to Mad Hatter. https:\/\/mountainindivisible.org\/news\/2026\/04\/23\/flock-petition-references\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n What are you and your circle doing to lift up, support, inform your community and\/or to fight back against the criminal enterprise squatting on our federal government? Please share with us so we can include that in future newsletters. Sometimes knowing of the littlest things being done by your neighbors can help lighten the load someone may be carrying or give others the courage or push to do something themselves. Often, knowing you’re not the only one that cares about a particular issue is enough to move someone to act. Let us also know if you’d like your name shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At the next Mitchell Commissioners meeting at 6:30pm we plan on presenting the signed petitions and speaking during the citizen input period about the need for more transparency regarding the use of Flock cameras in Mitchell. If you can make it out to show support for this effort, please do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 26 Crimson Laurel Way, Bakersville, NC 28705 [map link<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Postcard Posse at First Baptist Burnsville, Tuesdays at 10:30 in the fellowship hall. Anyone is invited. Email vickiaderman@gmail.com with questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We’re going to try something a little different and schedule demos every other Friday, alternating between Spruce Pine and Burnsville. We’ll decide on an primary topic the Wed before and send that out to everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first one will be from 2-4 at \u201cThe Intersection\u201d of 19E and 226S in Spruce Pine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re coming from Burnsville, this is the turn you take to Grassy Creek. The road to the north is Highland Ave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note that you can no longer park on Valley Rd. You can stop and offload items if you need but you’ll have to park at the police station farther down Valley. Several of us are available to ferry people back up to the intersection as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s getting warmer so bring water and stay hydrated. Consider bringing an umbrella or hat for shade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meet Your Candidates for House! This is a ticketed event. Capacity is limited, so please RSVP to the following address: https:\/\/secure.actblue.com\/donate\/agerandgavenus?refcode=fbevent<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is also a good opportunity to sign up to help out the Mitchell dems!<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/azmirror.com\/2026\/04\/27\/mesa-cant-enforce-its-own-fire-codes-at-an-ice-facility-where-detainees-cant-even-sit-down<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal supremacy laws leave local governments powerless to enforce fire codes or capacity limits at ICE detention facilities<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.texastribune.org\/2026\/04\/25\/el-gamal-family-dilley-family-detention-texas-redetained-egypt\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A plane carrying the family to Michigan was reportedly on its way back to Colorado after a Texas federal judge ordered a halt to their deportation following his ruling that they be released. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.commondreams.org\/opinion\/amazon-ceo-jeff-bezos<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Like the robber barons of the first Gilded Age, Bezos\u2019s consumption is of the conspicuous kind. But is luxurious lifestyle is not his biggest crime.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.yahoo.com\/news\/articles\/cbs-cuts-two-thirds-trumps-171852296.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.hollywoodreporter.com\/tv\/tv-news\/donald-trump-60-minutes-interview-edited-cbs-lawsuit-1236578539<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/newrepublic.com\/post\/209590\/trump-rants-edited-out-60-minutes-interview-cbs-shooting<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite speaking with O’Donnell for 40 minutes on April 26, only 13 minutes of the interview aired on CBS. The network also published the full version and a complete transcript online, a level of transparency that did little to quiet the conversation already building around it.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.the-independent.com\/news\/world\/americas\/crime\/jeffrey-epstein-zorro-ranch-new-mexico-b2966231.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Local survivors have come forward for the first time as New Mexico presses on with its reopened investigation into the isolated Sante Fe property<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/cmarmitage.substack.com\/p\/new-mexico-governor-could-break-the<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Like many of you, I\u2019ve been reading Alisa Valdes-Rodr\u00edguez\u2019s reporting on Zorro Ranch at The Pugilist. On April 18, she described what a thorough search of the property would look like. In her words, \u201ca thorough search of 7,500 acres of rough New Mexico terrain, with multiple structures and outbuildings, requires not days but weeks.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n This is \u201cold\u201d reporting, way back from 2020, but relevant because the abuse that ICE and related agents are currently engage in are just par for the course in homeland security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/1c86224532d2ab314fe0f245bdce62b9<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go here to see the petition and background material, including several videos that go into great detail on the problems with Flock.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat are you up to?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Upcoming events<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Flocking the commissioners – May 4<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Postcard Posse meeting May 5th<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bi-weekly demonstrations – beginning May 8<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMeet the candidates – May 14<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
JAMIE AGER – Candidate for US House District Il
SUZANNE GAVENUS – Candidate for NC House District 85
Thursday, May 14th at 5:30 PM
Spruce Pint Taproom
388 Oak Ave, Spruce Pine, NC<\/p>\n\n\n\nOther stuff<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Mesa can’t enforce its own fire codes at an ICE facility where detainees can’t even sit down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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ICE releases El Gamal family after re-arresting mother and 5 children, attorney says<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
It Is Difficult for the Brain to Comprehend All the Ways Jeff Bezos Is Shafting Americans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
CBS Cuts Two-Thirds of Trump’s 60 Minutes Interview, One Year After He Sued the Network Over Editing [the interview with Kamala Harris]<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
Multiple men \u2018drugged and raped\u2019 at \u2018super predator\u2019 Epstein\u2019s secretive New Mexico ranch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New Mexico Governor Could Break the Epstein Case Open For The World See<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Documents: Federal [HSI] agents engaged in sex acts with victims<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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