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Tis the season.
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Opinion | Gifts You Can Give That Save Lives
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November 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Tis the season.
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From Bruce Fanger 👇
November 22, 2025 at 1:21 PM
From Bruce Fanger 👇
I'm sure we all know by now that dismantling a democracy requires only that you dismantle transparency through destruction of public newsgathering, and you dismantle foundational systems of education.
Trump is accelerating the education piece in this news.
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Trump is accelerating the education piece in this news.
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Trump administration shares new moves to dismantle more of the Education Department
Some of the responsibilities the administration aims to move were explicitly assigned to the U.S. Education Department by Congress, raising questions about the legality of these changes.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:45 PM
I'm sure we all know by now that dismantling a democracy requires only that you dismantle transparency through destruction of public newsgathering, and you dismantle foundational systems of education.
Trump is accelerating the education piece in this news.
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Trump is accelerating the education piece in this news.
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Trump Team Calls Maduro a ‘Cartel’ Boss. That Word Doesn’t Mean What You Think.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:44 PM
I'll spare you the trouble of reading and just summarize that Trump is proposing rule changes that could pollute drinking water.
#RepublicansDontCare
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#RepublicansDontCare
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Why More Pollution Could Be Coming for Wetlands
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November 18, 2025 at 12:47 PM
I'll spare you the trouble of reading and just summarize that Trump is proposing rule changes that could pollute drinking water.
#RepublicansDontCare
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#RepublicansDontCare
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Medicare Advantage: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
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November 14, 2025 at 1:05 AM
I sense a major backlash coming over Federal programs that limit local diversity initiatives. If the Federal government is going to put ideological strings on funds it provides for other objectives, state and local governments should refuse them.
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Philadelphia is halting the use of some diversity targets in city contracts as national DEI backlash grows
The changes made by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration represent a major shift in the city’s diversity initiatives and come as such programs are under attack nationwide.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:11 PM
I sense a major backlash coming over Federal programs that limit local diversity initiatives. If the Federal government is going to put ideological strings on funds it provides for other objectives, state and local governments should refuse them.
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Are you hearing challenged?
#RepublicansDontCare
U.S. appeals ruling requiring ASL interpreters at White House briefings www.npr.org/2025/11/05/n...
#RepublicansDontCare
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U.S. appeals order to use American Sign Language interpreters at White House briefings
The Justice Department is appealing an order for the White House to provide ASL interpretation during press briefings given by the press secretary or President Trump.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Are you hearing challenged?
#RepublicansDontCare
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#RepublicansDontCare
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"Senate Democrats believe that they held together long enough for Mr. Trump to reveal a new level of callousness in his refusal to fund food stamps for 42 million Americans who rely on the nation’s largest anti-hunger program."
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What if Democrats’ Big Shutdown Loss Turns Out to Be a Win?
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November 12, 2025 at 10:03 AM
"Senate Democrats believe that they held together long enough for Mr. Trump to reveal a new level of callousness in his refusal to fund food stamps for 42 million Americans who rely on the nation’s largest anti-hunger program."
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We will not forget the names of these weak-kneed senators.
Angus King of Maine, Tim Kaine of Virginia, Dick Durbin of Illinois; John Fetterman of Pennsylvania; Maggie Hassan and Jeanne Shaheen, both of New Hampshire; and Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, both of Nevada.
Angus King of Maine, Tim Kaine of Virginia, Dick Durbin of Illinois; John Fetterman of Pennsylvania; Maggie Hassan and Jeanne Shaheen, both of New Hampshire; and Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, both of Nevada.
November 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
We will not forget the names of these weak-kneed senators.
Angus King of Maine, Tim Kaine of Virginia, Dick Durbin of Illinois; John Fetterman of Pennsylvania; Maggie Hassan and Jeanne Shaheen, both of New Hampshire; and Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, both of Nevada.
Angus King of Maine, Tim Kaine of Virginia, Dick Durbin of Illinois; John Fetterman of Pennsylvania; Maggie Hassan and Jeanne Shaheen, both of New Hampshire; and Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen, both of Nevada.
@migold.bsky.social Remember what happens when the House reconvenes.
November 10, 2025 at 1:20 AM
@migold.bsky.social Remember what happens when the House reconvenes.
@aviewfrommyseat.com Looking forward to adding shots for the newly renovated Lansdowne Theater outside Philadelphia! Beautiful old theater brought to life! #LansdowneTheater
November 9, 2025 at 12:38 AM
@aviewfrommyseat.com Looking forward to adding shots for the newly renovated Lansdowne Theater outside Philadelphia! Beautiful old theater brought to life! #LansdowneTheater
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The USDA sent an email to grocery stores telling them they are prohibited from offering special discounts to customers affected by the SNAP funding lapse.
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
November 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The USDA sent an email to grocery stores telling them they are prohibited from offering special discounts to customers affected by the SNAP funding lapse.
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
I'm aware of at least 2 stores that had offered struggling customers a discount, then withdrew it after receiving this email
Sue the bastards! Breach of public trust!
Democrats sue after Trump administration says it won’t pay November #SNAP benefits
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Democrats sue after Trump administration says it won’t pay November #SNAP benefits
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Democratic AGs and governors sue USDA for suspending SNAP benefits
More than two dozen Democratic states are suing the Agriculture Department after the Trump administration said it would not use emergency funds to pay SNAP benefits during the shutdown.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Sue the bastards! Breach of public trust!
Democrats sue after Trump administration says it won’t pay November #SNAP benefits
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Democrats sue after Trump administration says it won’t pay November #SNAP benefits
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History is not progressive or conservative. It is nonpartisan, and it is real. But denying or hiding history is clearly the goal of radical conservatives...Period.
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How Politics Is Changing the Way History Is Taught
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October 27, 2025 at 11:38 PM
History is not progressive or conservative. It is nonpartisan, and it is real. But denying or hiding history is clearly the goal of radical conservatives...Period.
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Time to open our wallets and our hearts for those taking the Republican shutdown in the teeth.
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Food Banks Brace for Overwhelming Demand as SNAP Cutoff Looms
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October 26, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Time to open our wallets and our hearts for those taking the Republican shutdown in the teeth.
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Just a follow up on this #Reagan #tariff video. While statements may have been taken out of order, the ad is not misleading. Too bad the #BBC didn't at least state this, but I will.
What's in Reagan advert that caused US-Canada trade talks to collapse? - BBC News share.google/PJbahLdRM8NS...
What's in Reagan advert that caused US-Canada trade talks to collapse? - BBC News share.google/PJbahLdRM8NS...
What's in Reagan advert that caused US-Canada trade talks to collapse?
Comparing the controversial advert quoting Ronald Reagan on tariffs with his original address.
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October 26, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Just a follow up on this #Reagan #tariff video. While statements may have been taken out of order, the ad is not misleading. Too bad the #BBC didn't at least state this, but I will.
What's in Reagan advert that caused US-Canada trade talks to collapse? - BBC News share.google/PJbahLdRM8NS...
What's in Reagan advert that caused US-Canada trade talks to collapse? - BBC News share.google/PJbahLdRM8NS...
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A Jan. 6 insurrectionist pardoned by Trump was charged with allegedly threatening to kill Hakeem Jeffries.
It's just another addition to at least 10 other pardoned insurrectionists who face criminal charges—reinforcing the public safety threats they pose.
It's just another addition to at least 10 other pardoned insurrectionists who face criminal charges—reinforcing the public safety threats they pose.
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter accused of 'terroristic' threat to Democratic leader Jeffries
Christopher Moynihan, 34, allegedly sent threatening text messages about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:55 PM
A Jan. 6 insurrectionist pardoned by Trump was charged with allegedly threatening to kill Hakeem Jeffries.
It's just another addition to at least 10 other pardoned insurrectionists who face criminal charges—reinforcing the public safety threats they pose.
It's just another addition to at least 10 other pardoned insurrectionists who face criminal charges—reinforcing the public safety threats they pose.
This news should be a reminder that any digital communications could be subject to infiltration by cybersecurity threats.
This administration has weakened our nation in ways we can’t see. We must continue to demand that Congress do its job to protect our nation.
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This administration has weakened our nation in ways we can’t see. We must continue to demand that Congress do its job to protect our nation.
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US cybersecurity is 'slipping' under Trump, says congressional commission
Cuts to agencies and the politicization of disinfo-tracking work have slowed or reversed progress toward goals set five years ago by the Cyberspace Solarium Commission 2.0.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:10 PM
This news should be a reminder that any digital communications could be subject to infiltration by cybersecurity threats.
This administration has weakened our nation in ways we can’t see. We must continue to demand that Congress do its job to protect our nation.
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This administration has weakened our nation in ways we can’t see. We must continue to demand that Congress do its job to protect our nation.
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This is insane, but also worth a reminder that this is "walking around money" for Elon Musk and his cronies.
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Trump Said to Demand Justice Dept. Pay Him $230 Million for Past Cases
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October 21, 2025 at 7:07 PM
This is insane, but also worth a reminder that this is "walking around money" for Elon Musk and his cronies.
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Maybe we can snack better?
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How America Got Hooked on Ultraprocessed Foods (Gift Article)
They promised convenience and cheap nutrition. But they became one of the greatest health threats of our time.
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October 21, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Maybe we can snack better?
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Artillery Shell Detonated Over Interstate 5 During Marines’ Celebration, California Officials Say
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October 19, 2025 at 10:41 PM
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win." Thanks for the reminder, Will Bunch.
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Then they fight you: How the ‘No Kings’ protests are winning America | Will Bunch
A massive turnout of 7 million and a panicked White House showed Saturday why the No Kings protests matter, a lot.
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October 19, 2025 at 6:02 PM
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win." Thanks for the reminder, Will Bunch.
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#NoKings event in Fairhope, Al.
A woman was arrested for "lewd conduct" because she was dressed in penis suit with a sign that said "No dick-tator"
3 cops on a 53 yo woman.
A woman was arrested for "lewd conduct" because she was dressed in penis suit with a sign that said "No dick-tator"
3 cops on a 53 yo woman.
October 18, 2025 at 9:01 PM
#NoKings event in Fairhope, Al.
A woman was arrested for "lewd conduct" because she was dressed in penis suit with a sign that said "No dick-tator"
3 cops on a 53 yo woman.
A woman was arrested for "lewd conduct" because she was dressed in penis suit with a sign that said "No dick-tator"
3 cops on a 53 yo woman.