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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 10d

He has kept among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies without the Consent of our legislatures

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 11h

An early version of the "Gadsden flag" of the American Revolution. Some versions of this "Don't Tread on Me" flag have been associated with right-wing organizations, but the sentiment belongs to the true heirs of 1776 -- those who refuse to be governed by a modern wannabe king.

An early version of the "Gadsden flag" from the American Revolution. Some versions of the "Don't Tread on Me" flag have been associated with right-wing organizations, but the sentiment belongs to the true heirs of 1776, those who refuse to be governed by a modern wannabe king.

Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 12h

Surely even the most hate-addled MAGA minds think it is unfair to revoke funding based on a district's politics... Surely? www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Trump Halts Billions in Grants for Democratic Districts During Shutdown

The Trump administration has frozen or canceled nearly $28 billion primarily located in Democratic-led districts, according to an analysis by The New York Times.

www.nytimes.com

Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 21h

"Parents' Rights" is in the same box as "States' Rights" -- to be deployed only when convenient.

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 1d

I hope that the Israel-Hamas war is truly over. People need to pay more attention to the more important geopolitical struggle of our time: defeating the Russia-China-North Korea axis attacking Ukraine.

Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 1d

I'm relieved that the last living Israeli hostages are home, and Trump deserves real credit for making that happen. I hope but doubt that this will be a lasting peace for the region. Hamas is a death cult and I don't think Netanyahu is done inflicting horror on Gaza.

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Home of the Brave @ofthebraveusa.bsky.social · 1d

Home of the Brave launched a $1 million national ad campaign in support of the peaceful No Kings rallies on Oct. 18th.

The ads will run in over 185 local papers and The New York Times, USA Today and The Washington Post calling on Americans to “peacefully protest our false king."

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Radley Balko @radleybalko.bsky.social · 1d

- It is legal to organize and fund protest.
- That someone organizes and funds promotion of a protest does not mean most, some, or any protesters are paid.
- Even if all protesters are paid, that is also legal
- It is good to oppose kings and fascism
- That's not what what "begs the question" means

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d

Sean Duffy: "The No Kings protest, Maria, really frustrating. This is part of antifa, paid protesters. It begs the question who's funding it."

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 2d

I mean, centuries-old conspiracy theories are built on less evidence.

Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 2d

@jvl.bsky.social He used the word "bulwark"! Have you definitely checked the subscriber list? www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news...

Pope Leo calls for news agencies to stand as bulwark against "post-truths," lies and manipulation

Pope Leo XIV has encouraged international news agencies to stand firm as a bulwark against the "ancient art of lying" and manipulation.

www.cbsnews.com

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 2d

Nothing can stop what's coming.

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Clara Jeffery @clarajeffery.bsky.social · 3d

We will need Nuremberg-like trials

LongTime🤓FirstTime👨‍💻 @longtimehistory.bsky.social · 3d

ICE secretly kidnap autistic boy during bathroom break—never notify parents.

Mother reported him missing a week ago—turns out ICE had him detained the whole time.

He was helping sell fruit and asked to go to the restroom—by the time she was done helping a customer he was gone.

Houston, Texas

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 4d

If I became a billionaire, I would set up a trust to pay a small number of employees whose sole responsibility would be to tell me when I have gone round the bend.

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Aaron Reichlin-Melnick @reichlinmelnick.bsky.social · 4d

My first thought was “wow I hope this guy didn’t give out his name because he could absolutely be charged” and yup, he is correct to stay anonymous.

This man’s account is shocking. His neighbors’ situation is shocking. The entire Chicago raid is shocking.

On the other side was a mom and her 7-year-old daughter, pleading for his help.
"I wasn't planning on letting her stay, but I didn't know what the hell was going on," the man said of his Venezuelan migrant neighbors. But he quickly relented. The little girl was inconsolable and hid under his bed.
"I didn't want them to take her," said the man, who didn't want to be named because he fears he'll be targeted by federal authorities for his actions.
"I gave her my bedroom, and I just told her,
'Just stay there. Don't open, don't, shh, just stay quiet," he recalled telling the mom and daughter as he choked back tears.

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 4d

But the Frog whispered back, "I am the storm."

Portland's inflatable anti-fascist frog stands against a dark, stormy sky. His cape fluttering in the wind, his face in a determined frown, his left fist rests on his hip as he looks forward to the task of liberating America.

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 4d

The 1970s were terrible in many ways--stagflation, fondue key parties, foreign policy disasters, avocado green paint, etc.--but they were a golden age of soft country rock that can still sooth frazzled nerves. youtu.be/O8qasKe9Ljo?...

Bellamy Brothers - Let Your Love Flow (Remastered)

YouTube video by Memory Lane

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Psychopomp Gecko @psychopompgecko.bsky.social · 5d

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Joey Politano🏳️‍🌈 @josephpolitano.bsky.social · 4d

A meme saying “EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM: TARIFF GRANDPA HAS AWOKEN, TARIFFS TO 10000%”

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 4d

All the more reason to welcome newly aware people?

Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 4d

There are *a lot* of examples of anti-authoritarian movements deploying humor to puncture state narratives and the government's self-importance. And why else would the existence of Winnie the Pooh be forbidden knowledge in China?

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Owen Barcala @obarcala.bsky.social · 4d

I'm not a rally guy but the way this is upsetting the worst people in the country really makes me want to attend

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 4d

Mike Johnson: "We're so angry about it. I mean, I'm a very patient guy, but I've had it with these people. The theory we have right now -- they have a hate America rally that's scheduled for October 18 on the National Mall. It's the pro-Hamas wing and antifa people ... "

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 4d

Where do I send my invoice??? Is it hourly or per-protest?

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Rob Tracinski @tracinski.bsky.social · 4d

Theyre just threatening to shoot us now.

But it’s a bluff. Call it.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 4d

Sen. Roger Marshall: "October 18 is when the protest gets here. This will be a Soros paid-for protest for his professional protesters. The agitators show up. We'll have to get the National Guard out. Hopefully it will be peaceful. I doubt it."

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 5d

The Norwegian Armed Forces should be on high alert. Norwegian Cruise Lines ships should prepare for a MAGA boycott and/or droning at sea. Anything Scandinavian will be suspect. Danes, Finns, and Swedes should expect to be targeted as well. substack.com/@milestaylor...

Miles Taylor (@milestaylor)

This is a wild headline. This is our reality right now. This is the deranged man leading the free world.

substack.com

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Andrew Hazlett @andrewhazlett.bsky.social · 5d

(whispers) "I AM the storm."

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The Oregonian @oregonian.com · 5d

Things are happening at Portland's ICE facility tonight.

Read more of our protest coverage here: www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...

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