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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 2h

The oligarchs, tech bros, and 1% will be just fine in the new AI era - but what about everyone else?
www.axios.com/2025/10/24/a...

Behind the Curtain: The ever-growing AI inequality gap

The U.S. government is doing nothing to prepare Americans for the coming shock.

www.axios.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 3h

She has gone from arguing that she shouldn't have to issue a marriage license based on her religious beliefs to saying same sex marriages should be illegal.
www.scotusblog.com/2025/10/cour...

Court to consider whether to hear challenge to same-sex marriage on Nov. 7

The court is scheduled to consider whether to hear Kim Davis’ challenge to same-sex marriage at their private conference on Friday, Nov. 7. As a general practice, the court does […]

www.scotusblog.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 3h

nailed it

Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 5h

Today, Mike Johnson will keep the House adjourned for the 81st day out of the last 93.

12 days of work in over 3 months.

With full pay and benefits.

The senate has been working, so this is not about the shutdown.

It is about avoiding a vote to release the Epstein files.

Reposted by Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma]

JeffTrnka @jefftrnka.bsky.social · 1d

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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 3h

Yes the Canadian ad only used some sentences of the speech and not in the order they were delivered.

Yes Reagan felt that tariffs were bad for the economy and was a staunch supporter of free trade

And yes, the dear leader is throwing a hissy fit over it

www.bbc.com/news/article...

What's in Reagan advert that's caused US-Canada trade talks collapse?

Comparing the controversial advert quoting Ronald Reagan on tariffs with his original address.

www.bbc.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 3h

Unfortunately for the dear leader's revenge fantasies, the US economy isn't divided between red and blue states, and when one hurts, we all hurt
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...

Trump’s Partisan Redistribution of Wealth

The president is using the shutdown to shake down blue states.

www.theatlantic.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 15h

well said

Qasim Rashid, Esq. @qasimrashid.com · 16h

Man who cut a deal with Trump to avoid conviction for corruption and bribery endorses man who resigned after being credibly accused of sexually abusing 13 women.

All to convince you that the Muslim guy running on affordability for working people is a danger. Hilarious.

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 16h

Email From:
Michael Moore
Senior Director of Membership
The White House Historical Association
@hcrichardson.bsky.social

Dear Members of the White House Historical Association,

The photos of the East Wing in the press this week brought into view the reality of Ballroom construction that was announced by the White House this summer. We want to share directly with you how the White House Historical Association is supporting this work in keeping with our mission.

Since 1961, our mission has been to document and share the history of the Executive Mansion while providing private, non-taxpayer funding to preserve and enhance the collection of furnishings, fine art, and decorative objects, maintaining the museum standard set by our founder, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. While the Association has never had a role in reviewing or approving changes to the physical structure of the building, we remain dedicated to advancing the public’s understanding of the history of America's most iconic residence—from when the cornerstone was set in 1792, to present—ensuring that all of its stories are preserved and shared for generations to come.

Upon announcement of the Ballroom construction project, the White House Historical Association supported the preservation of East Wing history through a comprehensive digital scanning project and photography to create a historic record. The East Wing and gardens have been captured in detail for the benefit of our nation and historic artifacts have been preserved and stored.

Thanks to the shared commitment of our members and supporters, the White House Historical Association was able to help ensure the swift completion of this important work.

November 1st marks 225 years since John and Abigail Adams moved into a White House that has undergone scores of changes and many additions over 47 presidencies. Our important role will continue with the support of thousands of Americans who cherish this historic home and the history of those who have lived and worked there for 225 years.

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 21h

The problem with doing your own research is that the study found that 20% of the AI chatbots’ answers “contained major accuracy issues, including hallucinated details and outdated information.”
open.substack.com/pub/populari...

What happens when you trust AI for news

AI chatbots are surging in popularity.

open.substack.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 21h

Insurance companies refuse to pay for safe brand name drugs - who knows what is in the generic drugs they force on us?

www.propublica.org/article/fda-...

Is Your Medication Made in a Contaminated Factory? The FDA Won’t Tell You.

The agency’s decision to conceal drug names on inspection reports has prevented doctors, pharmacists and patients from knowing whether medications made overseas are tainted by manufacturing failures t...

www.propublica.org

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 21h

My son loved this movie - but was less fond of the book
reactormag.com/the-secret-o...

The Secret of NIMH: The Unlikely Film That Revived American Animation - Reactor

How Don Bluth turned a beloved children's book into a lovely, heartfelt classic.

reactormag.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 22h

So our "Maryland crabcakes" have been using imported crab meat, is that what you are telling us?
www.thebanner.com/economy/mary...

Foreign seafood ban could wipe crab cakes off the menu

New federal regulations threaten to cut off a majority of the supply of foreign crabmeat to the U.S.

www.thebanner.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 22h

The dear leader doesn't like "blue" states
www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

Trump administration denies Western Maryland’s final appeal for FEMA money

The Trump administration rejected the final appeal for federal disaster relief for Western Maryland communities that are still recovering from May’s historic flash floods.

www.thebanner.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

THIS is where we are right now

newrepublic.com/post/202114/... via @newrepublic.com

ICE Agents Drag Blind Man Across Pavement and Drop Him on His Head

“I think they wanted to make a point. So they picked the weakest person they could find and made a big show out of it.”

newrepublic.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

Not a priority with this regime
www.bbc.com/news/article...

US axes website for reporting human rights abuses by US-armed foreign forces

The Human Rights Reporting Gateway acted as a formal "tip line" to the US government.

www.bbc.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

The article does not fully explain how much she was paid to lend her image to the fraud
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...

Melania Trump used as ‘window dressing’ in memecoin scam, lawsuit claims

First lady’s image exploited ‘to sell legitimacy to unsuspecting investors,’ new legal filing argues

www.independent.co.uk

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

Security Square was a huge, bustling mall for so many years, and now they are talking about making it a community center

www.bizjournals.com/baltimore/ne...

Baltimore County seeks developer for massive mall overhaul - Baltimore Business Journal

The 56-page RFP seeks proposals for the redevelopment of 69 acres of the mall's footprint.

www.bizjournals.com

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

like
~ three Bohemian cut-glass chandeliers that were installed during the 1902 renovations
~ John Singer Sargent's portrait of Theodore Roosevelt

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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

like:
~ Gilbert Stuart's full-length portrait of George Washington which is the only object known to have remained in the White House since 1800
~ the1938 Steinway Grand Piano which was a gift from Steinway and Son

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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

It's not just the walls that have been lost:
Reports confirm that memorabilia and artifacts from the White House East Wing were not formally removed or preserved before its demolition began on October 21, 2025. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the offices and other functions have been temporarily relocated, but did not address the fate of the historic items inside the building which include:
~ Gilbert Stuart's full-length portrait of George Washington which is the only object known to have remained in the White House since 1800
~ the1938 Steinway Grand Piano which was a gift from Steinway and Son
~ three Bohemian cut-glass chandeliers that were installed during the 1902 renovations
~ John Singer Sargent's portrait of Theodore Roosevelt

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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

I worry constantly about ever being able find common ground....
prri.org/research/tru...

Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

I only had vertigo once in August 2019 and still suffer PTSD from that five days in the hospital, three of which I couldn't even open my eyes. The only reason I stopped throwing up was massive doses of Zofran.

I cannot imagine living with it permanently

Neil Canham @neilcanham.bsky.social · 1d

I wrote something to sum up the experience of Meniere's disease. neilcanham.substack.com/p/spinning-a...

Spinning - a tale.

Meniere's Disease from the inside

neilcanham.substack.com

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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

apnews.com/article/defe...
1] kick out all the lawyers [JAG], reassigning them to immigration courts
2] make sure the only press around produces "approved" news stories
3] limit Congressional information to "approved" channels

Wonder what Pentagon Pete wants to cover up?

Hegseth changes policy on how Pentagon officials communicate with Congress

Leaders at the Pentagon have significantly altered how military officials will speak with Congress after a pair of new memos issued last week.

apnews.com

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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 1d

The only place on earth left without them is Antarctica
www.bbc.com/news/article...

Mosquitoes found in Iceland for first time after record heat

Previously the country was one of the world's only mosquito-free zones.

www.bbc.com

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Bela [AKA CarolHTucker, beladona Memorial, NeoBela, Belamomma] @belamomma.bsky.social · 2d

It was a way of life neither my kids nor my grandkids will ever experience
vegoutmag.com/lifestyle/s-...

If you tear up remembering these 9 moments, you know what the boomer generation has lost forever

Some memories hit different when you realize they're unrepeatable.

vegoutmag.com

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