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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 5h

Saturday is going to be huge, boisterous and joyful: “It doesn’t matter if you’ve never protested before. This is a place for you if you believe we don’t do kings in this country.” - @ezralevin.bsky.social to @maddow.msnbc.com

Please join us on No Kings Day: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i... #NoKings

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 5h

TRUMP REGIME CANCELS MEDICAL RESEARCH GRANTS. In what universe is this what any American wants, even someone who voted for Trump?

NPR @npr.org · 1d

A Cornell University researcher has been developing an artificial heart for children for more than 20 years. Now, his research is on hold and his lab is shut down.

This 4-year-old's heart is failing. A federal grant that might help him was canceled

A Cornell University researcher has been developing an artificial heart for children for more than 20 years. Now, his research is on hold and his lab is shut down.

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 21h

On INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY, remember that “America” was not discovered in 1492 by Columbus, who actually landed in the Bahamas looking for India…nor in 512 when St. Brendan the Navigator and his monks were reported to have sailed to “North America.” The land had been occupied for thousands of years.

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George Conway 🇺🇸🚫👑🐸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 1d

"Authoritarianism, it's a cancer. The symptoms are here, today... We thought it couldn't happen here... and now the disease is growing, metastasizing in America. But there is a cure—it requires you. On October 18, Americans will stand up, peacefully, for what makes America, America." nokings.org

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 21h

LAS CRUCES NO KINGS RALLY
- Saturday, October 18th
TIME: 9am to 12pm (with speakers at 9:30am to 10:30am)
LOCATION: Albert Johnson Park -- at the corner of Main Street & Picacho.
It's also a NO KINGS FOOD DRIVE.
Support local families in need! Bring NON-PERISHABLE food items to rally.

Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 1d

And now everything becomes clear. It’s been reported Netanyahu kept Gaza war going to avoid prosecution for crimes he committed.The current deal, according to an Israeli negotiator, could’ve been achieved a year ago when Biden was president.But Netanyahu preferred to deal with the convicted felon.

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 1d

WHAT SERVICE was Homan providing to an undercover FBI agent? What did he do or promise to get $50,000 in a paper bag?

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2d

STEPHANOPOULOS: Did Tom Homan give the $50,000 back?

VANCE: He did not take a bribe. It's a ridiculous smear

STEPHANOPOULOS: You didn't answer the question

VANCE: Did he accept $50,000? I'm sure that in the course of Homan's life, he's been paid more than $50k for services.

(So, no, he didn't)

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🧛‍♀️🎃~Bindi~🎃🧛‍♀️ @bindiatthebeach.bsky.social · 2d

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 2d

DEMENTIA ALERT: Early this morning,Trump posted an insane accusation to Truth Social, charging Biden with ordering FBI to infiltrate insurrectionist mob that attacked the Capitol on 1/6. Problem is Biden was NOT president on 1/6. Trump, who directed mob to attack Congress, was president on 1/6.

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Mark Harris @markharris.bsky.social · 2d

Terribly sad news about one of the greats. Diane Keaton has died at 79.
people.com/diane-keaton...

Diane Keaton, Famed for Roles in 'Father of the Bride,' 'First Wives Club' and More, Dies at 79 (Exclusive)

Diane Keaton has died at age 79. Keaton was best known for roles in movies like 'Annie Hall,' 'The First Wives Club,' 'Something's Gotta Give' and 'The Godfather.'

people.com

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George Conway 🇺🇸🚫👑🐸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 3d

@sanders.senate.gov: "No, Speaker Johnson, the #NoKings Rally on October 18th is not a 'hate America' rally. ... It’s a rally of millions of people who believe in American freedom and are not going to allow you and President Trump to turn us into an authoritarian country."

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 3d

UNTIL IT’S DONE, Ep. 4: Sylvia Rivera

In the 1970s, queer New Yorkers had been pushed to the margins of NYC. Our trans neighbors faced immense cruelty. But in Sylvia Rivera, they found a champion.

As we combat Trump’s politics of darkness, her legacy can light the path forward.

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jamelle @jamellebouie.net · 3d

a russ vought special

Sara Partridge, PhD @sarapartridge.bsky.social · 3d

There are reports that the *entire* office of special education at the US Dept of Education has been cut. These hardworking folks ensure kids with disabilities get equal access to a quality education.

America’s children deserve better than this.

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 2d

By John Deering.

Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 3d

TRUMP REGIME WANTS TO CANCEL YOUR 1ST AMENDMENT RIGHTS. MAGA GOP is spreading lies about NO KINGS protests on Oct.18th, calling it a "hate America" rally.They know they’re losing shutdown & battle for hearts & minds of America. They're trying to distract from Epstein files. Don’t let them scare you.

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George Conway 🇺🇸🚫👑🐸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 4d

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 3d

Speaker Johnson attacks the NO KINGS rallies that are planned all across the United States on October 18th. Be sure to attend the rally closest to you on the 18th. Let MAGA Mike know that the vast majority of Americans support our democracy and the right to conduct peaceful protests.

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 4d

THIS is a news item that everyone pay attention to.

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Allen Dell @urgeoverkill.bsky.social · 5d

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 4d

The narcissistic sociopath announced he's going to start punishing Americans by ONLY making permanent cuts to "Democrat programs" with no cuts to "Republican programs." There are no Democratic or Republican programs. Once programs become law, they benefit all eligible Americans regardless of party.

Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 4d

On our morning walk with the dogs we found Morning Glories growing wild. Add water to this desert landscape and all sorts of things grow wild.

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 5d

Adelita Grijalva won her election fair and square.

Now House Speaker Mike Johnson is refusing to swear her in because she would be the final signature to release the Epstein files.

Mr. Speaker, respect democracy. Obey the law. Swear Representative Grijalva in immediately.

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jamelle @jamellebouie.net · 5d

yeah, trump has made very clear that he doesn’t think black people deserve to be in jobs of influence! www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/u...

Trump Fires Black Officials From an Overwhelmingly White Administration

www.nytimes.com

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Robert McNamara @romcnm.bsky.social · 5d

Good morning… Buen día… Maidin mhaith

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