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Andy Ostroy

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Proud Dem. Patriot. Writer. Director/producer (ADRIENNE, HBOMax). Podcaster. Nonprofit founder supporting women filmmakers. Drummer. Biker. Candy man

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · Sep 6

To anyone who doesn't understand why women don't come forward to report sexual abuse: the UNITED STATES PRESIDENT said it's a HOAX after Epstein survivors recounted their harrowing tales of being raped as minors.

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 1h

Here we go. If I was a gambling man I'd bet that Israel is soon gonna accuse Hamas of violating the deal and the ceasefire will be over. Trump better extort that Nobel beforehand... www.nytimes.com/2025/10/14/w...

Israel Pressures Hamas to Return Bodies, but Gaza’s Destruction Poses Challenge

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 22h

Classic Trump: spin, exaggerate, lie...claim success prematurely, take credit for achieving 'what's never been done before'...without any details and nothing actually achieved... www.nytimes.com/2025/10/13/w...

Trump Touts ‘Very Important Signing,’ but Details Are Few

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 1d

Concerned about the shutdown? Rising inflation & unemployment? Tariffs? Worried the economy's heading south & the stock market's in a bubble? CBS News business analyst, author, columnist, podcaster & radio host Jill Schlesinger's in THE BACK ROOM discussing it all podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/j...

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 2d

He’s either a total moron or he’s lying because he thinks MAGA are total morons…

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 2d

This is what’s running the country. JFC…

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 2d

Trump's pathetic, shameless begging definitely qualifies him for a Nobel PLEASE Prize...

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 2d

There will never ever be anyone like her again. Transcendent…

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 3d

@caitfornewyork.bsky.social is a combat veteran, a national security expert, and she's running in NY-17's Congressional District to flip Mike Lawler's seat. She's in THE BACK ROOM discussing her campaign and her fight for the working and middle classes podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 4d

"Someday, I truly hope there’s a breakthrough for MAGA and they finally understand, as heartbreaking it will be for them, the extent to which Donald Trump has lied to them. Used and abused them. Exploited them. Treated them like fools" andyostroy.substack.com/p/the-truth-...

The Truth About ANTIFA

Trump Vows to Destroy a "Terrorist Organization" That Doesn't Exist

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 4d

Just watched the VA Gov debate. Winsome Earle-Sears rudely spoke over @abigailspanberger.com every single time the Congresswoman spoke. Only one candidate on that stage demonstrated the temperament, policy positions and overall leadership qualities needed for the state’s top job.

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 5d

I nominate Donald Trump for a Nobel Appease Prize for his 'friendships' with Putin, Kim, MBS, Shi, Orban, Erdogan etc...

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 5d

Writer, author and professor @casssunstein.bsky.social is in THE BACK ROOM discussing his new book. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

photo: Rose Lincoln

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 5d

#ZachBryan served in the Navy. He suited up to defend every American's RIGHT to speak out, to protest, and yeah, to write a fucking song about ICE. How DARE Cosplay Kristi and any other Trumper impugn his patriotism... www.mediaite.com/media/news/k...

Kristi Noem Tears Into Zach Bryan Over ‘Anti-ICE’ Song: ‘Extremely Disappointed’

Noem lashed out at country star Zach Bryan over his new song, calling it “completely disrespectful” to law enforcement and the country itself.

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 6d

Repubs:
"We control WH and Congress"
"We don't want your input on the spending bill"
"We don't care what you think or want"
"We're gonna push this bill to a vote whether you like it or not"

And you call this a DEMOCRAT shutdown? Seriously?

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 6d

There are many reasons to dislike James Comey. But what this administration is doing to him is a travesty of justice and un-American.

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 6d

"Bondi demonstrated the temperament of a rebellious teenager. And a loyal wife. It was a performance created for an audience of one, Donald Trump..." andyostroy.substack.com/p/pam-bondi-...

Pam Bondi "Testifies" at Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing

It's Time to Kiss Congressional 'Oversight' Goodbye

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 7d

Never forget... www.nytimes.com/2025/10/07/w...

Israel Marks a Somber Two-Year Milestone in Subdued Fashion

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 7d

…says the shameless coward DOCTOR who knew how dangerous RFK Jr is yet cast the deciding vote to confirm him anyway. So, spare us the sanctimonious outrage, doc…

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 7d

@jaketapper.bsky.social's back in THE BACK ROOM talking about the Eagles, the shutdown and his terrific new book which is on sale TODAY! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/j...

Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 8d

*Lutnick's BOMBSHELL last week
*SCOTUS rejection today of Maxwell appeal
*House Oversight investigation
*Survivors' relentless pursuit of justice
*Virgina Guiffre's book out 10/21

Plenty of news...yet the media seems to have forgotten what is possibly the biggest scandal in presidential history...

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 8d

Release the damn #EpsteinFilesNow www.cnbc.com/2025/10/06/s...

Supreme Court will not hear Ghislaine Maxwell appeal of Epstein abetting conviction

Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted procurer of Jeffrey Epstein, may now focus efforts to get a pardon or sentence commutation from President Donald Trump.

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 8d

THIS is exactly what Trump does not want dominating the news cycle. Which is why he continues to flood the zone with bullshit distractions. This is a BOMBSHELL #EPSTEIN story which the media needs to keep alive. Lutnick knew. They ALL knew... www.msnbc.com/deadline-whi...

Rep. Jasmine Crockett reacts to 'bombshell' remarks from Commerce Sec. Lutnick on Epstein

During a recent podcast appearance, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick made bombshell remarks about Jeffrey Epstein, saying: "I assume, way back when, they traded those videos in exchange for him getti...

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 8d

Check out the full video chat with @peterbakernyt.bsky.social in THE BACK ROOM www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SYV...

Peter Baker on the Shutdown, Trump's DOJ Weaponization, and Lutnick's New Epstein Bombshell

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 8d

This is nothing but noise. He sits on the crapper, hits "post", smiles, and says to himself...'Now watch the libs and media go crazy!' It's just more bullshit distraction from the fact that the GOP's inept at governing while protecting pedophiles and denying people healthcare...

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Andy Ostroy @andyostroy.bsky.social · 9d

A pathetic manbaby with crippling insecurities, insatiable cravings for attention and credit, massive feelings of inadequacy, and a general state of absolute misery no matter what he accomplishes. Imagine being this unsatisfied and unhappy every minute of every day... www.cnn.com/2025/10/03/b...

$1 Trump coin is ‘real,’ US Treasurer says | CNN Business

A portrait of President Donald Trump may be featured on a commemorative $1 coin issued by the United States Mint in honor of America’s 250th birthday in 2026, according to first drafts of the images c...

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