Melody Phillips
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Melody Phillips
@melodyphillips987.bsky.social
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Michelle Obama's words always resonate deeply. She consistently transforms tragedy into a driving force for reflection and action. She is not only outspoken in her words but also demonstrates unwavering conviction and compassion through her actions.
Michelle Obama always keeps it real. That’s why we love her.

This is how a decent and good person speaks about other decent and good people who died from a tragic murder.
December 16, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Reposted by Melody Phillips
AOC: I want to remind you where the real crime is. It's in the oligarchs taking $170 billion of our money from health care and food assistance and public programs and taking that and funneling it into a secret police program.
December 16, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Hearing this news is truly heartbreaking. Universities should be places of learning and growth, and this kind of violence is deeply disturbing.
December 15, 2025 at 2:28 PM
This is a truly disheartening reality. History has shown us far too many times that politics and oil are inextricably intertwined, often fueling wars through opaque means. People deserve more truth, not to be misled. Hopefully, more voices will rise to advocate for genuine peace and transparency.
Fox News’ Chief National Security Correspondent. We are about to go to war for oil, while citing a lie as justification. Again.
December 13, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Norm's approach to problems has long been disappointing, and it is clear that her priorities do not always align with the public interest.
Bennie Thompson on Noem: "Her arrival was short lived. She left in the middle of the hearing ostensibly to go to another meeting. We found that the meeting had been canceled, so she could've stayed. But nonetheless, we're not surprised, because this is who she is."
December 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Her neglect of veterans' issues is intolerable. Christy Noem seems more concerned with pleasing politicians and her supporters than with addressing the real difficulties faced by veterans who have given everything for the country. Her leadership style clearly lacks genuine care and compassion.
a democrat in congress created a good moment of friction with one of the most vile people in the administration

i, a member of the media, have highlighted that moment

Kristi Noem forced to face decorated war veteran she deported www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
Kristi Noem forced to face decorated war veteran she deported
During a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing on Thursday, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was forced to justify her department’s pressure for a military veteran to leave the ...
www.dailykos.com
December 12, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Congratulations to Miami! Erin Higgins has won the 2025 mayoral election, becoming the city's first Democratic mayor in 30 years.
December 10, 2025 at 5:26 PM
It's wonderful to hear this news! Education is crucial to children's development, and the Obama Presidential Center's library branch will provide a treasure trove of knowledge for even more young people.
I had fun reading to some Burke Elementary students at the Chicago Public Library today. When the Obama Presidential Center opens next year, we’ll have a new branch of the library for the community to enjoy.
December 10, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Explore the alleyways of San Francisco and savor the beauty of life. Good morning!
December 9, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Howard Miller's situation is truly heartbreaking. Many companies feel helpless in the face of Trump's tariff policies and may ultimately have no choice but to go bankrupt.
99-year-old clock business, Howard Miller, is shutting down. The culprit: Trump’s tariffs.

“If Trump had said, ‘Oh, it’s a 10% tariff, constant, this is what it is,’ they might’ve been able to play the game, adjust margins, set pricing. They might’ve worked things out. … But no. It’s just chaos.”
December 8, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Russia believes Trump's new strategy is "fundamentally consistent"? This sounds like two old friends exchanging "cooperation notes."
December 8, 2025 at 5:08 AM
This is indeed unexpected, but from another perspective, it may actually make California's gerrymandering plan more credible. Since the court allowed Texas to use the old map, there is naturally more reason for California voters to respect the reforms they support.
In a surprising twist, the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to let Texas use its mid-decade gerrymander for the 2026 midterm elections may end up strengthening California’s defense of its voter-approved map. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
SCOTUS Ruling on Texas Gerrymander Could Be Good News for California’s New Map
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
December 6, 2025 at 3:51 AM
What's your opinion? The Republican narrative clearly contradicts the survivors' behavior. In this situation, who do you think is more credible?
STRIKE BRIEFING CONTRADICTS REPUBLICAN CLAIMS ON BOAT SURVIVORS - It's a Hegseth Panic!

"Righteous strikes" The Repubs are claiming that all 4 strikes were "righteous strikes" ( #TomCotten) 😫

2 survivors trying to flip over the boat to "save the drugs" & not themselves 🙃
youtu.be/-zcas2oWF8Y?...
Republicans PANIC As Hegseth's Cover Story Collapses After Military Footage Unveiled
YouTube video by The Damage Report
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December 5, 2025 at 10:35 PM
I get his point. Do you think there’s any way to ensure better accountability in situations like J6?
Mark Warner: "I hope it would remind folks that J6 was an ugly, awful day, and this administration and president basically pardoned all the perpetrators. It's that kind of picking and choosing of facts from this crowd that makes me a little bit crazy."
December 4, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Reposted by Melody Phillips
AOC: This is how our healthcare system got deregulated. People talking about Americans should have the personal choice of getting totally fleeced by insurance companies.
December 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Wearing medical gowns and claiming to be U.S. citizens, yet being forcibly dragged from a car and handcuffed—this is a sight that makes anyone uncomfortable. Law enforcement needs to provide an explanation; otherwise, the public will only become more suspicious.
Agents in Key Largo, Florida ripped this woman wearing medical scrubs out of her car as she screamed she is a US citizen. Agents cuffed her and put her in one of their cars.

She was eventually let go, per David Goodhue of the Miami Herald, who also took this footage:
December 4, 2025 at 12:25 AM
House Democratic leaders have introduced a discharge petition designed to force consideration of legislation to extend expiring ACA tax credits for another three years.
December 3, 2025 at 4:54 AM
This is very important information. The public has the right to monitor the law enforcement process, and as long as it does not interfere with the operation itself, recording can ensure transparency and safety.
You have the right to record ICE.

You have the right to film any operation happening in public as long as you do not interfere or impede it.

Your camera is proof, but keep a safe distance. KEEP RECORDING.
December 3, 2025 at 4:52 AM
It seems even the president needs to have regular 'full body scans' to stay healthy 😄.
Leavitt claims that Trump had a "preventative" MRI
December 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
If the screening was completed upon his entry, shouldn't the issue be traced back to all the agencies responsible for screening at that time? Simply shifting all the responsibility to a single president seems a bit too convenient.
WELKER: What vetting did the Trump administration do before giving this suspect asylum?

KRISTI NOEM: The vetting process happens when the person comes into the country and Joe Biden completely did not vet any of these individuals
December 1, 2025 at 3:05 PM