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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” (“Thus Ever to Tyrants”) The motto expresses the anti-imperialist feelings prevalent among the colonists of 1776

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · Aug 4

Popping Up All Over America
Flying an inverted American flag is traditionally recognized as a signal of distress or extreme danger. In modern times, it has also become a symbol of political protest,

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 41m

Here's how to bring Trump and his lawless thugs to justice
We are witnessing lawlessness on a scale none of us has seen in our lifetimes.
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Here's how to bring Trump and his lawless thugs to justice

We are witnessing lawlessness on a scale none of us has seen in our lifetimes. It’s so bad that over the weekend, even Kamala Harris was forced to admit she’s lost faith in the American system of just...

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 44m

'Horrific': Feds slam into SUV and fire tear gas into crowd including local police

Federal agents rammed into a vehicle following a chase through a residential neighborhood in Chicago and then fired tear gas into a crowd of bystanders and local police officers.

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'Horrific': Feds slam into SUV and fire tear gas into crowd including local police

Feds slam into SUV and fire tear gas into crowd including local cops

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 1h

Unwilling to air Noem's lies.... since GOP control the House, the Senate, the Presidency and SCOTUS ( Also a violation of the Hatch Act)

Airports REFUSE To Air Kristi Noem's Disgusting Lies To Passengers

Multiple airports... refusing to air a lie-filled video message

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 2h

refusing to allow Roman Catholic detainees to receive communion ???

Media outlets refuse to sign Hegseth’s Pentagon press rules
Many media outlets - including the entire TV press pool - are refusing to sign Pete Hegseth’s policy restricting the press' Pentagon access

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 2h

Reminder: The Republican Party currently controls the U.S. government in 2025, holding majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, along with the presidency under Trump.

Mike Johnson CAN'T Answer Reports' Basic Questions... This Is BAD!

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 3h

Labor Department warns Trump immigration policies could drive up food prices

The Labor Department warned that the Trump administration’s mass deportation efforts could cause an uptick in food prices amid a decrease in labor and an increase in demand for fresh produce.

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 3h

what we DO know The U.S. has conducted multiple military strikes against vessels off the coast of Venezuela, claiming without evidence, they were involved in drug trafficking.
Members of Congress growing concerned over lack of information from WH about Venezuela strikes

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 3h

Coward Trump CHICKENS OUT - Farron Balanced Daily 10/14/25

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Coward Trump CHICKENS OUT - Farron Balanced Daily 10/14/25

YouTube video by Farron Balanced

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 3h

Jack Smith speaks out against the Trump administration in rare interview
The former special counsel warned of threats to public servants and the independence of the judiciary in an interview at University College London Faculty of Laws.

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Jack Smith speaks out against the Trump administration in rare interview

The former special counsel warned of threats to public servants and the independence of the judiciary in an interview at University College London Faculty of Laws.

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 3h

Trump “We Don’t Need Canada’s Lumber”
Trump once claimed that America didn’t need Canada’s lumber — but now that statement is coming back to haunt him. A massive supply shortage is driving up construction costs and putting pressure on U.S. housing markets
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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

Letters From God
Bless The Press Defying Pentagon Censorship
This is the way.
God
Dear Humans,
HARK! A miracle hath occurred!

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

‘It’s a reporter’s job to keep the Pentagon honest’: Joe on pushback against new media policy

Five major broadcast news networks announced Tuesday that they will not sign the Pentagon’s new press policy before an afternoon deadline,

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

#TrumpEconomy #TrumpTariffs #TrumpShutdown
Sales for American staple 'collapse to zero' due to Trump's policies
Trump's signature tariff policy caused sales of a staple American spirit to collapse as trade relations between the U.S. and other countries deteriorate
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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

"The absolute success of people power and standing up to the authoritarian MAGA Threat"
Charlie Angus/The Resistance

The Canadian boycott is crushing the MAGA economy. The American export market for wine and spirits has disintegrated.
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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat
Thousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape.

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‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat

Thousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape.

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

the trump effect
Leaked messages from a Young Republican group chat revealed staffer Michael Bartels, expressing admiration for Adolf Hitler, alongside other disturbing comments.

Trump admin. staffer reportedly in an 'I love Hitler' chat hasn't been fired by Trump yet

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Lawrence: Trump admin. staffer reportedly in an 'I love Hitler' chat hasn't been fired by Trump yet

YouTube video by MSNBC

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

ICE Gets SLAPPED With Lawsuits

ICE is once again under fire, this time for using full-body restraints on migrants during deportations. Reports describe people strapped down for hours on end, sparking outrage over the agency’s inhumane treatment and lack of oversight.

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ICE Gets SLAPPED With Lawsuits For Using THIS Restraint Device

YouTube video by Rebel HQ

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 4h

First, calling out trump admin lies
Arizona Attorney General Just STUNNED Mike Johnson With Legal BOMB🚨

Mike Johnson's night just fell apart as the Arizona Attorney General just dropped a legal SHOCKER!

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Arizona Attorney General Just STUNNED Mike Johnson With Legal BOMB🚨

YouTube video by Occupy Democrats

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 21h

NO KINGS - patriotic Americans standing for Free Speech, the Constitution and Democracy in America
Fox News MELTS DOWN Over NO KINGS Protest, Trump is PANICKING!!
Trump and FOX News are desperate to control the narrative of peaceful protests planned at the end of the week
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IHIP News: Fox News MELTS DOWN Over NO KINGS Protest, Trump is PANICKING!!

YouTube video by I've Had It

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 21h

Trump is about to do to Miami what he has done to the rest of America

the Trump Presidential Library Hotel and Massage Parlor soon to be built in Miami.

Nobody’s ever seen anything like it.

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Trump is about to do to Miami what he has done to the rest of America

In New York, they brag about Broadway and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.In Chicago, it’s Millennium Park and Frank Lloyd Wright buildings.Arizona has the Grand Canyon; Colorado has the Rockies; New M...

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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 1d

Anti trump because I'm PRO America, PRO the Constitution and ANTI Fascism - as the Founders intended

“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 1d

#DefendTheConstitution #DefendTheConstitution
US Constitution Section 9 : No Title of Nobility shall be granted by the United States:

“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 1d

a steady stream of lies from Republicans. and Fox News... easily fact checked lies...Fox News - was forced to pay Dominion Voting Systems $787.5 million as part of a settlement for lying about the 2020 election and still faces Smartmatic's $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit for similar lies

“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 1d

Trump-Gaza latest: Seven Palestinians killed after Israel opens fire over ‘violation’ of ceasefire

Gaza health authorities said seven people have been killed across two separate incidents.
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“Sic Semper Tyrannis” @saram853.bsky.social · 1d

How is this not "Obstruction of Congress"?
Refusing to reopen the House could be seen as a form of obstruction of Congress, especially if it prevents legislative action and oversight. This situation can create a stalemate that hinders the government's ability to function effectively.
acslaw.org PBS

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