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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 9h

Unlike others, our “News On Tap” today isn’t about a fantasy peace deal that’s only a ceasefire. We’re focused on Trump’s war on America, & the Republican govt. shutdown, the No Kings rallies & more. Read up & get informed! www.thepoliticsbar.com/p/news-on-ta...

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 10h

While mainstream news drones on about a peace deal that isn't, we're focused on No Kings, the Republican shutdown & more. Thankfully, @mmpadellan.bsky.social joins us tonight to talk about all of it. Join us! www.thepoliticsbar.com

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Charles Ghoul-ba ✡️ @charlesgaba.com · 10h

📣 NEW: Silver Linings Playbook: Some states are taking action to mitigate the upcoming #ACA tax credit tsunami:

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Silver Linings Playbook: Some states are taking action to mitigate the upcoming tax credit tsunami

As anyone not under a rock for the past few months knows by now, the improved federal Affordable Care Act tax credits which were put into place by President Biden and Congressional Democrats starting ...

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MSW Media @mswmedia.com · 14h

Catch the latest @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social 🍸 with
@jodyhamilton.bsky.social & @silversmith1.bsky.social #MSWMedia

Guests: @kiresists.bsky.social & @anitamurie.bsky.social of @trublupolitics.bsky.social

Listen: redcircle.com/shows/9bce8c...

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Darryl A. Byron @dab44lb.bsky.social · 1d

@bobcesca.bsky.social @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social @jodyhamilton.bsky.social @buzzburbank.bsky.social @trexstasy.bsky.social

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Shawn "Smith" Peirce @silversmith1.bsky.social · 3d

It's Friday! Time to grab a drink & wind down for the week.
In just a few minutes, we'll be with you on great stations like Progressive Voices Radio! Join us!

The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 3d

Your favorite Friday night gang is back together at The Politics Bar tonight! @kiresists.bsky.social & @anitamurie.bsky.social, both of @trublupolitics.bsky.social, will be here tonight to wrap up the week's news. Join us! www.thepoliticsbar.com

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Skanno @scanpipedreams.bsky.social · 3d

Think about it. Antifa just won the Nobel Peace Prize. @halsparks.com @stephaniemiller.bsky.social @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social @jodyhamilton.bsky.social @bobcesca.bsky.social

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 3d

Thanks for the heads up, Uncivil!

We'll see you at @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social !

The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 3d

We totally disagree with Kristi the Gnome, as you know.

But If they want to send us money, to people who dislike them and are not on their side, as far as their abusive & illegal behavior? We can't control it, but we'll take a few dollars from them, sure. We can't control, as you note.

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The New Republic @newrepublic.com · 3d

His slip of the tongue reveals who’s really in charge. trib.al/mIvP0yE

“Illinois governor says we’re provoking actions that are unlawful,” Miller said on CNN. “If I put federal law enforcement and National Guard into a nice sleepy Southern town, is anyone gonna riot?”

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 3d

Today’s “News On Tap” has some dark stains - looking at you Russ Vought - but also some bright spots. From the Trump regime's war on U.S., to the Republican Shutdown, with election news & more, we've got updates here. Read up & get informed. www.thepoliticsbar.com/p/news-on-ta...

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 3d

Your favorite Friday night gang is back together at The Politics Bar tonight! @kiresists.bsky.social & @anitamurie.bsky.social, both of @trublupolitics.bsky.social, will be here tonight to wrap up the week's news. Join us! www.thepoliticsbar.com

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Shawn "Smith" Peirce @silversmith1.bsky.social · 4d

Grab a drink & join us at the bar in just a few minutes on great stations like Progressive Voices Radio!

The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 4d

Today’s “News On Tap” has a little conflict, a little peace, and a lot of news that’s still up in the air. From Trump's war on the U.S., to the Trump/Republican shutdown, & the news out of Gaza, we've got it all. Read up & get informed. www.thepoliticsbar.com/p/news-on-ta...

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 4d

Today’s “News On Tap” has a little conflict, a little peace, and a lot of news that’s still up in the air. From Trump's war on the U.S., to the Trump/Republican shutdown, & the news out of Gaza, we've got it all. Read up & get informed. www.thepoliticsbar.com/p/news-on-ta...

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MSW Media @mswmedia.com · 4d

Catch the latest @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social 🍸 with
@jodyhamilton.bsky.social & @silversmith1.bsky.social #MSWMedia

Guest: @bobcesca.bsky.social

Listen: redcircle.com/shows/9bce8c...

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 5d

Today’s “News On Tap” smells like Republicans in disarray, as the #RepublicanShutdown continues, & they keep waving their Tiny Johnson around. Meanwhile, Trump is waging war on America - & Dolly's OK! Read up & get informed. www.thepoliticsbar.com/p/news-on-ta...

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 5d

As the #RepublicanShutdown continues & they keep trying to wave their Tiny Johnson around, there's major news going elsewhere - like the rock band Rush going on tour! We'll talk with @bobcesca.bsky.social about all of it tonight. Join us! www.thepoliticsbar.com

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Shawn "Smith" Peirce @silversmith1.bsky.social · 6d

Grab a drink & join us at the bar in just a few minutes on great stations like Progressive Voices Radio!

The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 6d

As Trump & MAGA Repubs continue trying to bait good Americans into violent acts while claiming God is with them, we all know the truth, thanks to John Fugelsang ( @johnfugelsang.bsky.social )! He joins us at The Politics Bar tonight - & you should too!
www.thepoliticsbar.com

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 6d

Today’s “News On Tap” has lessons on how to fight without taking the bait. From Trump's threats around insurrection, to the Republican shutdown, to our failing mainstream news media, & more. Read up & get informed.
www.thepoliticsbar.com/p/news-on-ta...

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 6d

As Trump & MAGA Repubs continue trying to bait good Americans into violent acts while claiming God is with them, we all know the truth, thanks to John Fugelsang ( @johnfugelsang.bsky.social )! He joins us at The Politics Bar tonight - & you should too!
www.thepoliticsbar.com

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Shawn "Smith" Peirce @silversmith1.bsky.social · 7d

As we noted at @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social last week…
#RIPCBSNews

A tombstone in a cemetery during autumn; On the tombstone it says "CBS News, 1927-2025"

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MSW Media @mswmedia.com · 6d

Catch the latest @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social 🍸 with
@jodyhamilton.bsky.social & @silversmith1.bsky.social #MSWMedia

Guest: @mmpadellan.bsky.social

Listen: redcircle.com/shows/9bce8c...

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Shawn "Smith" Peirce @silversmith1.bsky.social · 7d

Grab a drink & join us at the bar in just a few minutes on great stations like Progressive Voices Radio!

The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 7d

When someone leads a nation or a legislative body, they're supposed to represent everyone - but clearly, Trump & #TinyJohnson are too small & petty for that. We'll talk about that & more with @mmpadellan.bsky.social tonight. Join us! www.thepoliticsbar.com

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 7d

Today’s “News On Tap” is flavored with Trump’s wars, but the real punch is provided by Americans standing up to his regime. We've got updates on Chicago, Portland, the Republican Shutdown, Gaza, & more. Read up & get informed!
www.thepoliticsbar.com/p/news-on-ta...

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The Politics Bar @thepoliticsbar.bsky.social · 7d

When someone leads a nation or a legislative body, they're supposed to represent everyone - but clearly, Trump & #TinyJohnson are too small & petty for that. We'll talk about that & more with @mmpadellan.bsky.social tonight. Join us! www.thepoliticsbar.com

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