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Paul Barrett ❌👑 @paulthedogman.bsky.social · 23h

This is how you stand up.

Preorder Read This When Things Fall Apart @mskellymhayes.bsky.social · 2d

My latest is the story of how my community has rallied to protect and defend our neighbors in recent days, as ICE has targeted the Rogers Park neighborhood in Chicago. "This is not a story about a moment of victory, but a moment of being reminded of our power."

They Came for Our Neighbors. We Showed Up.

Before long, there were dozens, and then hundreds of people in the streets, watching and responding.

organizingmythoughts.org

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The Steady State @steadystatevets.bsky.social · 23h

Gov Pritzker reminds us that Trump does not have the power to overcome the Constitution.
#NoKings

The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 2d

Gov. Pritzker on Trump's threat to jail him: "I'm not afraid. I'm going to stand up for the people of my state. We've all gotta stand together."

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BlueCrew community 💙💙 @libertyovergov.bsky.social · 22h

Then the Lord told Moses, 'Go to Pharaoh: "Let my people go to serve me. If you refuse, I will send frogs to plague your land — they will swarm your houses, beds, ovens and kneading bowls, and come upon you, your people, and your servants."' — Exodus 8:1–4
#BlueCrew #Portland #TruthWarriors #Resist

Three people in glowing frog costumes stand on a nighttime sidewalk. A quote from Exodus 8:2–6 overlays the image, referencing a plague of frogs as divine punishment.

Stylized illustration of a serious frog-like character with a blue scarf, standing against a dark blue streaked background. The word “RESIST” is boldly displayed above its head, and “NO KINGS” is written across its mouth. The character’s green and beige body has dark spots, and the name “WEAL” is signed on its side. The image conveys a message of defiance and anti-authoritarian resistance.

Three people in green frog costumes stand on a city sidewalk at night near a crosswalk. One holds a sign that reads “FROGS TOGETHER STRONG.” A person in a reflective vest and helmet sits nearby on a bicycle. The background includes a chain-link fence, dark building, and glowing city lights. The scene suggests a whimsical protest or performance with a message of unity.

A person in a large green frog costume with dark spots, a white belly, and a blue cape stands outside a building entrance at night. The costume has oversized eyes and a wide mouth. The setting includes white walls, a metal gate, a concrete bench, and a QR code sign. A blue strip on the ground reads “NO ESTACIONAR,” meaning “NO PARKING” in Spanish.

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BlueCrew community 💙💙 @libertyovergov.bsky.social · 22h

Masked ICE agents were confronted by a homeowner in Bridgeview, IL after entering his private property to arrest a man. The homeowner demanded they leave, reminding them it was private property but they ignored him. ICE cannot enter without a judge’s warrant. That’s the 4th Amendment🇺🇸
#BlueCrew #ICE

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LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 3h

Julie Cohen ❌👑 @filmmakerjulie.bsky.social · 20h

THIS IS HOW YOU STAND UP: Airports from Cleveland to Seattle to NYC refuse to screen bogus, Hatch Act violating Kristi Noem video. www.cleveland.com/travel/2025/...

Cleveland Hopkins airport won’t show controversial Kristi Noem video at TSA checkpoints

Numerous airports nationwide are refusing to air the video in which Noem blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

www.cleveland.com

LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 3h

Julie Cohen ❌👑 @filmmakerjulie.bsky.social · 18h

Context to come later, but this may be my fave behind the scenes photo ever. Having a truly moving shoot in Munich.

Smiling cinematographer holds a big camera with a big group of enthusiastic German teenage students behind him.

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The Democratic Coalition @thedemcoalition.bsky.social · 15h

Being mad at the people at the bottom is not productive - keep the focus on those screwing us all.

#TaxBillionaires

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Paul Barrett ❌👑 @paulthedogman.bsky.social · 12h

There is no bottom to the viciousness, the evil: The Fascist Regime is trying to deport Afghan immigrants who helped U.S. forces back to Afghanistan, where the Taliban will probably execute them. WTF have we become? This must stop. www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio...

America saved him from the Taliban. Trump wants to send him back.

He supported America’s war, escaped Afghanistan and started a family in the U.S. Then ICE arrested him. If he is deported, he expects the Taliban to kill him.

www.washingtonpost.com

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The Steady State @steadystatevets.bsky.social · 10h

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The Steady State @steadystatevets.bsky.social · 10h

When the Speaker of the House labels protesters an “outrageous” and an “angry mob,” he’s telling the country that exercising First Amendment rights is an act of hostility. That framing paves the way for crackdowns and government by fear, not consent.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 4d

Mike Johnson: "This hate America rally that they have coming up for October 18? The antifa crowd, the pro-Hamas crowd, and the Marxists, they're all gonna gather on the Mall. It is an outrageous gathering for outrageous purposes ... all this has gotta come to an end."

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AltFormerFed (aka Farmer Fred) @dataprism.altgov.info · 10h

Farmer Fred says if we need to prop up our farm economy, policy should support growing crops for food aid. When we feed ourselves & the world, we reduce crime in our streets, improve global security, reduce migration from famine & wars zones and we allow our fellow humans to live with dignity.

Jess Piper @piperformissouri.bsky.social · 12h

Farmers grow what they grow because of farm policy.

We don’t need all the soy and corn that we grow, but those are the commodities that receive subsidies and markets.

If we want something better, if we want to heal the Earth and grow food, now is the time to do it.

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LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 3h

Been there. My heart stopped. While I see how it can ruin lives, it's all in how you personally handle it. I personally use it to try and better myself.

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Paul Barrett ❌👑 @paulthedogman.bsky.social · 9h

The Bozo Fascist leads a ruling team of morons blind to their utter incompetence. This guy Greer is a perfect example. He thinks tough talk about the Chinese will convince people that Trump is outsmarting Xi. FALSE. The fascists' ineptitude only makes them more dangerous. MASSIVE PEACEFUL PROTEST.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 11h

GREER: I think China realizes they've overstepped

CNBC: You think they realize they overstepped? Their statement says 'if forced to fight, China will fight to the end'

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LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 3h

Catholic News World @catholicnewsworld.bsky.social · 8h

#Pope Leo XIV Sends Medicines to Young Sick Children in Gaza
www.catholicnewsworld.com/2025/10/pope...

Pope Leo XIV Sends Medicines to Young Children in Gaza

Catholic Church, Catholic News World, Vatican, Pope Francis, Breaking, Pope News, c na, Catholic Headlines,

www.catholicnewsworld.com

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LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 3h

The Democratic Coalition @thedemcoalition.bsky.social · 7h

CORRUPT AF: JD Vance is quietly spearheading a Supreme Court case to expand Citizens United and eliminate remaining anti-corruption laws in the campaign finance system.

Another case could soon kill off all anti-bribery laws.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3KNyHZX

#ResistTrump

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The Steady State @steadystatevets.bsky.social · 4h

The Real Weaponization of Justice
“While DOJ assets are diverted toward ideological campaigns…the capacity to fight genuine threats, from terrorist plots to transnational crime, atrophies.

The Real Weaponization of Justice

The Steady State | By Bruce G. Berton

open.substack.com

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Alt VA Comrades @alt-va-comrades.altgov.info · 4h

The gov may be shut down but rest assured, here at Antifa HQ we are not only hard at work orchestrating a shut down but getting paid for it.

To ensure the gov stays shut down, join your comrades October 18th for our biggest event yet. HQ will be closed for the day, in honor of the event. 😂✊

xoxo Xopher @xoxoxopher.bsky.social · 1d

Government shutdown causes delay in Antifa payments. 🤔

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LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 3h

Help for Military families. mfan.org is helping military families with meals. Pass this on! @altspaceforce.altgov.info @altrogue.bsky.social @altcoast.altgov.info

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LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 4h

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 5h

Q: Politico reported on a group chat of young Republicans. Does this just reflect some bad apples?

HOCHUL: Some bad apples? These are the future of the GOP. This is so vile it's hard to find the words to put into context ... there's gotta be consequences ... this bullshit has to stop.

LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 4h

Alt-IRS @alt-irs.altgov.info · 6h

@altcdc.altgov.info, @altnih4science.bsky.social
@altfda.altgov.info
@altgov is here to keep you safe.

#who

Drug-resistant superbugs' spread surging, World Health Organization warns

The WHO warned that antibiotic-resistant infections are surging, with one in six cases resistant in 2023.

www.newson6.com

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Senator Chris Van Hollen @vanhollen.senate.gov · 5h

Trump is saying the quiet part out loud: he sent a $20B taxpayer-financed bailout to help his far-right buddy Milei cling to power.

Meanwhile our government is shut down, public servants aren't getting paid & we're barreling toward a Trump-made health care crisis. Sounds like Argentina First to me.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 9h

Trump on Milei: "If he loses, we will not be generous with Argentina."

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LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 4h

She looks either drunk or high, acting like 47. I keep saying they are doing something to these MAGA members minds.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 12h

is Lisa McClain ok?

LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 4h

She looks either drunk or high, acting like 47. I keep saying they are doing something to these MAGA members minds.

LindaYoung @lindayoung164.bsky.social · 4h

Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 5h

An extraordinary new policy from the Defense Department that equates basic reporting methods to criminal activity has prompted a revolt among Pentagon journalists that could leave the nation's largest agency and the world's largest military without a press corps.

'Without precedent': Virtually all news outlets reject restrictive Pentagon press policy

The policy would force news organizations to refrain from publishing material not approved by the military. Media lawyers say it violates the 1st Amendment.

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 5h

Nearly all the staff in the Office of Special Education have been fired as part of Trump’s sweeping layoffs.

These are the people responsible for protecting the civil rights of students with disabilities and ensuring they receive an equal education.

More needless cruelty on display.

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