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Democratic Socialist much like FDR, LBJ and Bernie Sanders. NO DM. Do not waste your time trying to sell me things. I have no money for it. You will be blocked.

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How the government shutdown is making the air traffic controller shortage worse and leading to flight delays

Air traffic controllers are considered essential workers and required to work without pay during the shutdown, but there are reports some are calling in sick in greater numbers than usual.

theconversation.com

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 2h

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Climate tipping points sound scary, especially for ice sheets and oceans – here’s why there’s still room for optimism

A report warns that coral reefs may have reached their tipping point, and ice sheets, ocean currents and the Amazon are at growing risk. But, what does that actually mean?

theconversation.com

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 2h

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To the Fourth Amendment: You Were Great While We Knew You | Common Dreams

Trump is aping King George III in attacking constitutional restraints on unreasonable searches and seizures.

www.commondreams.org

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 2h

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Trump's 'Divorced From Reality' Depiction of Portland Ridiculed by Local Officials | Common Dreams

US President Donald Trump falsely claims Portland is a lawless wasteland. Local officials and residents debunk his lies.

www.commondreams.org

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 2h

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'Step Up and Speak Out': Chicago Pastors Lead the Charge Against ICE Detentions | Common Dreams

Local priests protest ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois, calling for compassion and prayer for detainees.

www.commondreams.org

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 2h

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Allowing ACA Tax Credits to Expire Would Mean the Biggest Premium Price Hike in History

As the government shutdown enters its second week, the expiration of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced tax credits continues to be at the center of

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

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China's exports to US drop in September, while rise in global shipments hits a 6-month high

China has reported its exports to the United States fell 27% in September from the year before, even though growth in its global exports hit a six-month high.

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

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Feds use tear gas, pepper balls on Portland ICE protest crowd, PDX spurns Noem video: Get caught up

“You’re making it a war zone,” a protester shouted as people ran for cover.

www.oregonlive.com

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

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Officials issue disaster declaration due to flooding in southwest Colorado

Heavy rainfall across southwest Colorado has caused rockslides and flooding that prompted evacuations Saturday. Due to the intense flooding, local officials have issued a disaster declaration in La Pl...

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dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

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Historic wave of retirements is putting huge strains on the government

Tens of thousands of federal employees have taken retirement or other voluntary departures on top of the Trump administration’s latest layoffs.

www.washingtonpost.com

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

It's the fucking guns.
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Mass shooting at South Carolina bar leaves 4 people dead, more than 20 injured

Officials from the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office say the shooting occurred early Sunday morning at a crowded bar on the idyllic South Carolina island of St. Helena.

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

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Democrat Helena Moreno wins New Orleans’ mayoral race | CNN Politics

New Orleans City Council member Helena Moreno was elected mayor Saturday in the race to succeed LaToya Cantrell, who is ending a turbulent second term shadowed by federal corruption charges.

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 3h

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Trump warns Russia he may send Ukraine long-range Tomahawks if Moscow doesn't settle war soon

President Donald Trump is warning Russia that he may send Ukraine long-range Tomahawk missiles if Moscow doesn't settle its war there soon.

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 4h

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 11h

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Really? Qatar gets its own air force facility inside the United States? Why?

When Trump is fighting the "enemy within" America and kicking out anyone who can't prove they belong here?

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 11h

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How Trump is helping Democratic governors show their stuff

Look at the Democratic governors who are standing up to Trump

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 11h

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Why has the media become so vulnerable to Trump, and what can we do about it?

Even after Disney's reversal on Jimmy Kimmel, the vulnerability remains — unless we change the rules.

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 11h

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 11h

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How Trump gets and processes information

How Trump is making potentially lethal decisions

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 11h

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Trump's plan to invoke the Insurrection Act

You need to be aware of his four-point plan

dc2daylight.bsky.social @dc2daylight.bsky.social · 11h

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To invoke the Insurrection Act