If you’ve followed UnGarbl’d Thoughts over the years—thank you. This blog has been my home for commenting on writing since 2012. But you may have noticed that it's thinned out as my focus shifted elsewhere.
That “elsewhere” is now Plainly, Garbl, my Substack site since June 2025. It’s where I’ve gathered some threads of what I used to share here:
Guides for writing clearly, concisely, and with purpose.
🔤 Garbl’s Writing Bookshelf 2025
A lifelong editor’s favorite guides to writing, clarity, and style
More than 60 progressive organizations to help you take action where it matters most.
Step-by-step guides, toolkits, and platforms for effective organizing.
Find your lawmakers, track legislation, and make your voice count.
Defend facts. Understand media bias. Spot disinformation.
✍️ Commentaries
Short commentaries for thinking, feeling, and staying grounded.
Emotional care, encouragement, and healing tools for activists and organizers.