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BriteHeart

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · Nov 22

"If you want to know what's good about the United States, listen to our music... Because people from all nationalities, all countries, all languages, all religions... have all gotten together and listened to each other and created harmony. That's the promise of the United States." - T Bone Burnett

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 9h

Pardon me if I delay celebrating this vile cretin losing until those poor Sandy Hook families he victimized for cheap publicity see all of the cash. I don't trust him for a second.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/sup...

Supreme Court rejects Alex Jones' appeal of $1.4 billion Sandy Hook judgment

The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from Alex Jones, who has been ordered to pay $1.4 billion in damages to the families of victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting.

abcnews.go.com

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 8h

ARIZONA AG: “.. Arizona’s right to a full delegation, and the right of the residents of CD 7 to representation from the person they recently voted for, are not up for debate ..”

@politico.com #AZ07
www.politico.com/live-updates...

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Lora Kolodny @lorak.bsky.social · 1d

the best part about bluesky is - not all the saltiness - people still care about facts by and large and know what they are here. amazing. wish it didn't feel so rare on social media.

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 13h

“It’s about us.”

That was the rallying cry reiterated by state Rep. Justin Pearson and chanted by an energized crowd of more than 100 people in Memphis on Saturday, as Pearson kicked off his campaign for U.S. Congress against longtime U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen.
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Justin Pearson Kicks Off Congressional Run at Memphis Rally

Democratic state representative lists poverty and minimum wage as key campaign issues

www.nashvillescene.com

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Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 14h

Our new recurring feature covers key stories from the world of campaign finance and influence buying, from the AI industry to unprecedented levels of super PAC support for a lame-duck president. bit.ly/42wEcSM

Money in Politics Roundup — October 2025

Our new recurring feature covers key stories from the world of campaign finance and influence buying, from the AI industry to super PAC support for a lame-duck president.

www.brennancenter.org

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 1d

One wonders if Tennessee’s lawmakers don’t understand the Constitution. The continued treading on the free press won’t stand: Tennessee’s media outlets, including the @tennesseelookout.com, will continue to bring accountability to the public and uphold the First Amendment.
- @jhollymc.bsky.social

Editor's notebook: The First Amendment under threat in Tennessee • Tennessee Lookout

An effort by Tennessee lawmakers to limit coverage of a federal law enformcent task force in Memphis threatens the First Amendment.

tennesseelookout.com

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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 1d

Respect to those who got here first.

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 1d

When Bob Bernstein opened Bong Java in 1993, he wasn't even a coffee drinker, but he was attracted to coffee house culture. After announcing that Fido will close in three years, he reflects on his journey in the java business with Demetria Kalodimos on the @nashvillebanner.bsky.social podcast.

Bob Bernstein: Owner, Bongo Java and Fido - Nashville Banner

When Bob Bernstein announced Fido will close in three years, he was surprised by the response — both his and Nashville's

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Codify Baseball @codifybaseball.bsky.social · 3d

when the shutdown hits so hard you end up playing with yourself

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When We All Vote @whenweallvote.bsky.social · 4d

Pennsylvania! Early voting is happening NOW until Tuesday, October 28.

Fill your ballot out as soon as you get it in the mail! 📮 Then, mail it back or find out where you can drop it off at weall.vote/pennsylvania.

Happy voting! 🗳️

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 4d

The presence of a gun can turn everyday disagreements into deadly acts of gun violence.

Our hearts are Cecilia Simpson’s loved ones as they come to terms with her senseless killing.

Dallas woman killed after argument over manners

A heated dispute ends in tragedy in a Dallas shopping center. Find out what led to the fatal shooting.

www.nbcdfw.com

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 4d

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HeadCount @headcountorg.bsky.social · 7d

Early voting means you can vote on your schedule. Find early voting options in your state: HeadCount.org/State

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Dream for America @dreamforamerica.bsky.social · 5d

"People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love."

- Nelson Mandela

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 5d

Today is #DAFDay!
✅ Simple
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✅ Life-saving
Put your donor-advised fund to work to end gun violence: etwn.us/DAFDay_FB

Support Everytown for Gun Safety Through Your Donor-Advised Fund

Help us build a future free from gun violence by making a grant recommendation from your donor-advised fund (DAF).

etwn.us

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 5d

Rep. Justin Pearson announced his run for Tennessee's 9th Congressional District Wednesday morning at Alonzo Weaver Park in Memphis. His campaign is a direct challenge to Tennessee’s reigning elected Democrat, U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen.
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Justin Pearson Will Run for Memphis Congressional Seat

State representative’s 9th Congressional District challenge to fellow Democrat Steve Cohen represents a generational shift

www.nashvillescene.com

BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 6d

With more than 1,000 immigrants arrested since a crackdown started last month in the Chicago area, a friendly soccer match between Argentina and Puerto Rico, originally scheduled for next week in Chicago, has been relocated to Fort Lauderdale.
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Sources: ARG friendly moved amid Chicago unrest

A friendly between Argentina and Puerto Rico, originally scheduled for next week in Chicago, has been relocated to Florida amid the immigration crackdown in the city, a person familiar with the decisi...

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 6d

Republican Matt Van Epps and Democrat Aftyn Behn will face off in a special election for the 7th Congressional District seat after securing their party nominations Tuesday. Behn ran as a progressive, advocating that the only way a Dem could win was with an energized turnout. @tennesseelookout.com

Republican Van Epps and Democrat Behn win Middle Tenn. U.S. House primary • Tennessee Lookout

Democratic state Rep. Aftyn Behn and Republican Matt Van Epps will face off for the chance to fill Tennessee Congressional District 7.

tennesseelookout.com

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 6d

Tennessee state Rep. Aftyn Behn has clinched the Democratic nomination in the special primary for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District. She will now face the Republican nominee, Matt Van Epps, in the Dec. 2 general election.
--- @thetennesean.bsky.social

Aftyn Behn wins Democratic primary in 7th District, will face Van Epps in December

Aftyn Behn has clinched the Democratic nomination in the special primary for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District over three other candidates.

www.tennessean.com

BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 7d

It’s Election Day in the crowded primaries for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District!

17 candidates are seeking the seat vacated by U.S. Rep. Mark Green: nine Republicans, 4 Democrats, and 4 independents. Winners will face each other in the general election on Dec. 2. @thetennesean.bsky.social

What to know about $3.4M special 7th District primary today as Trump headlines tele-rally

Out-of-state groups poured nearly $3.4M into the race, and President Donald Trump is holding a tele-rally for Matt Van Epps hours before polls open.

www.tennessean.com

BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 8d

As the government shutdown continues, several sites under the National Park Service have brought their operations to a halt. Concerns have also been raised about the safety and responsibility of keeping parks open without having enough employees available to conduct critical services. @npr.org

National parks caught in the crosshairs of government shutdown

National parks across the country face conflicting demands and uncertainty as a result of the ongoing federal funding dispute.

www.npr.org

BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 8d

A late, unexpected endorsement has rattled Republicans as they seek to replace retired Rep. Mark Green in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District. Both the GOP and Democratic primary elections will take place on Tuesday, with polls open from 7 am to 7 pm.
--- @nashvillebanner.bsky.social

Donald Trump backs Matt Van Epps; another GOP contender drops out - Nashville Banner

Trump's late endorsement in Tennessee's Republican primary causes candidate to drop out, shaking up the close election.

nashvillebanner.com

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Davidson County Election Commission @davidsonvotes.bsky.social · 12d

October 2, 2025 FINAL Cumulative Early Voting Total: 8,652

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 11d

58 years ago today, Thurgood Marshall was sworn in as the first Black Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

When President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed Justice Marshall, he said it was “the right thing to do, the right time to do it, the right man, and the right place.”

A good way to honor Justice Marshall would be to make sure you are registered to vote right now at http://WhenWeAllVote.org.

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When We All Vote @whenweallvote.bsky.social · 12d

At least 39 states have elections on November 4, and voter registration deadlines are coming up SOON. ⏳🗳️

Find your state. Don’t wait.

Make sure you are registered to vote right now at WhenWeAllVote.org.

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