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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 13m

You went way back for that one, Ken... guess it

points to the fact that time is eternal

Reposted by Pete Del Re

Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · 1d

worth 4 mins of your time to watch this:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmfD...

Now is the Time to Speak up for Justice

YouTube video by Justice Connection

www.youtube.com

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 1d

The old guard continues spouting their recycled talking points and press conferences like it's business as usual. Some of them (Durbin, Nadler, Davis, Schakowsky, etc) have realized this and are stepping aside to make room. The rest may have to be shoved out of the way.

Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 1d

Just to be clear:
(1) The old guard (both literally the older ones but also the spiritually/ideologically/tactically older ones) of the Democratic Party doesn't seem to understand the moment we're in.
(2) The competitive primaries (which are good!!) are going to prove that out.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 1d

So.... don't kiss the ring; don't get paid?

What an asshole

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d

Bessent: "No kings equals no paychecks"

Reposted by Pete Del Re

Jacob Soboroff @jacobsoboroff.bsky.social · 1d

here’s more context to the videos DHS is putting out from Chicago.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 2d

Immediately in my mind when reading that:

Pink Floyd - The Wall Movie - In The Flesh

YouTube video by talksonshowmute

youtu.be

Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 2d

Literally what came to mind while I was reading that politico article.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 2d

💥💯💥

Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 2d

California, this November 4th, the whole country is counting on you.

Prop 50 puts our elections back on a level playing field, preserves independent redistricting over the long term, and lets the people decide.

So return your ballot today. Vote yes on 50.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 2d

She watched it and she understood it.

Her tweet is unwittingly the perfect example of the problem with them

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 2d

I got my renewal 20 minutes ago. My plan is increasing by 22% - from $1106/mo to $1356/mo.

I had hoped in my mid 50's - after 20+ years of working 2 jobs - I'd be able to slow down.

Guess not....

What on earth will I have to pay over the next 10 years?

I wish I could buy in to Medicare now!

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 2d

If you need a primmer on Bari Weiss, this is a good watch

Kevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 3d

Absolutely brutal.

Bari Weiss: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

YouTube video by LastWeekTonight

www.youtube.com

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 3d

Great interview of Pastor Black by WGN this morning regarding his experiences getting attacked - while praying - by ICE agents, as well as the ensuing attacks on the crowd.

It's disgusting

youtu.be/n45bi44EzK4?...

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 3d

Morally Vacant Goons.

Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 3d

The only violence I’ve been seeing in Portland is from the so-called Feds!!!

Keep sharing these videos; it’s evidence.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 6d

To be fair, that's pretty awesome news

Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 6d

Coming to pick up her grade school kids

Watch and hear the horror

The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 7d

CHICAGO — Outside an elementary school during dismissal… horrifying. What have we become?

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 6d

OMG.... where's the fundraiser to run this EVERYWHERE as PSA/Ad all over the networks and news channels?

The Daily Show @thedailyshow.com · 7d

The following is REAL footage from Portland, 2025. Viewer discretion is advised.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 8d

Often wondered why he is always shouting... it's so the rest of us can hear him from down there!

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 8d

You guys!

Best killing field 9 years running!

Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 9d

BEST BIG CITY IN THE US 9 YEARS IN A ROW.

While critics try to paint Chicago as something to fear, the rest of the world knows the truth — this is the best big city in America.

Best Big City: Chicago Wins Award 9th Year in a Row

Learn why Chicago was voted the Best Big City for the 9th consecutive year by exploring our vibrant culture, welcoming inclusion, and so much more.

www.choosechicago.com

Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 8d

Rev Black posted video on his instagram

www.instagram.com/p/DPhBNLZDbY...

Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 8d

He posted a video on the attack on his instagram

www.instagram.com/p/DPhBNLZDbY...

Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 8d

His name is Reverend David Black and here's a link to the video of ICE shoving him hard and pepper-spraying him in the face.

www.instagram.com/p/DPhBNLZDbY...

Melanie D’Arrigo @darrigomelanie.bsky.social · 9d

I feel like this photo of masked, armed men pepper spraying a pastor protecting his community is going to be a defining picture of this moment in America for a long, long time.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 9d

Prepare to be shocked, stunned, flabbergas... nah, you know.....

Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 10d

Body-camera video appears to contradict the government’s claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed.
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Attorney for woman shot by Border Patrol claims officer said 'Do something b-----' before shooting

Body-camera video appears to contradict the government's claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed. A judge ordered Martinez and a co-defendant released pending trial.

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 10d

Held at bay - nay pushed back - by a wizard and a frog.

Beautifully done, Portland!

competentposter @competentposter.bsky.social · 12d

wizard frog is insane

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 11d

You want a wave election? Give us people to vote for who promise prosecute any and all illegal and unconstitutional actions by anyone and everyone in this administration.

Prosecute all crimes and lawlessness by a jury of their peers, publicly, on TV, so everybody can hear every horrible thing.

Senator Ron Wyden @wyden.senate.gov · 11d

They’re using American tax dollars to fund infrastructure in Argentina because that’s where they’re all going to flee when we kick them out of office

Ryan Grim @ryangrim.bsky.social · 15d

After announcing a $20 billion bailout of Argentina, the White House now says it's pausing $18 billion in funding for NYC infrastructure projects

Russ Vought would love nothing more than to tear this country down to its studs

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Pete Del Re @pdel.bsky.social · 11d

Happy October 5th from The Killing Fields of Chicago

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