John Diaz
@newsdiaz.bsky.social
Journalist. Defender of truth, democracy and rule of law. Retired editorial page editor, San Francisco Chronicle.
Shocker: Trump lied
Trump: “It won’t touch it”
It’s the Epstein Ballroom. Trump will let it touch whatever it wants.
It’s the Epstein Ballroom. Trump will let it touch whatever it wants.
October 22, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Shocker: Trump lied
RIP John Burton, a politician of unmatched passion and purpose. We had many lively exchanges. My fave JB story: He claimed to have outscored the great Bill Russell in a USF-SF State game. His pal John Madden called BS — so JB called me to check archives. It’s true! JB had 20, Russell played briefly,
September 7, 2025 at 6:39 PM
RIP John Burton, a politician of unmatched passion and purpose. We had many lively exchanges. My fave JB story: He claimed to have outscored the great Bill Russell in a USF-SF State game. His pal John Madden called BS — so JB called me to check archives. It’s true! JB had 20, Russell played briefly,
This absurd @washingtonpost.com editorial reads like a parody. Do they really think rebranding a “Dept of War” is the solution to “mission creep” as the lawless Trump administration is sending troops to patrol American cities and blowing up a civilian boat, killing 11, far from US shores?
September 5, 2025 at 11:46 PM
This absurd @washingtonpost.com editorial reads like a parody. Do they really think rebranding a “Dept of War” is the solution to “mission creep” as the lawless Trump administration is sending troops to patrol American cities and blowing up a civilian boat, killing 11, far from US shores?
How @gavinnewsom.bsky.social should frame redistricting plan for voters disengaged from politics: Go beyond the save-democracy debate. Show how the lack of a congressional check on Trump affects their daily lives.
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August 20, 2025 at 9:29 PM
How @gavinnewsom.bsky.social should frame redistricting plan for voters disengaged from politics: Go beyond the save-democracy debate. Show how the lack of a congressional check on Trump affects their daily lives.
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Instead of taking over the DC Metropolitan Police at a time when crime in the capital is declining and is lower than it was during Trump's first term, wouldn't it just be easier to release the Epstein files?
August 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Instead of taking over the DC Metropolitan Police at a time when crime in the capital is declining and is lower than it was during Trump's first term, wouldn't it just be easier to release the Epstein files?
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Donald Trump complaining about violent crime in DC is rich.
August 11, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Donald Trump complaining about violent crime in DC is rich.
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Maybe ICE will finally be able to afford badges and uniforms.
July 3, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Maybe ICE will finally be able to afford badges and uniforms.
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Trump in Florida: A report on banality of evil.
Trump is now taking questions in front of the literal cages that will house migrants in DeSantis's new camp
July 1, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Trump in Florida: A report on banality of evil.
Need any more warnings about the rise of an authoritarian state?
Trump on CNN: "They may be prosecuted also for having given false reports on the attack in Iran."
July 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Need any more warnings about the rise of an authoritarian state?
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Have you ever wondered what it would have looked like if Hitler's SS had social media?
June 30, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Have you ever wondered what it would have looked like if Hitler's SS had social media?
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Watching “Good Night and Good Luck” about Ed Murrow and CBS news on CNN makes me hope that CBS stands firm in Trump’s lawsuit vs @60minutes.bsky.social There is a tradition to uphold!
June 7, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Watching “Good Night and Good Luck” about Ed Murrow and CBS news on CNN makes me hope that CBS stands firm in Trump’s lawsuit vs @60minutes.bsky.social There is a tradition to uphold!
Today I raise the flag in appreciation of the men and women who paid the ultimate price in defense of our great nation. May our commitment to an enduring democracy be worthy of their sacrifice and eternal honor.
May 26, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Today I raise the flag in appreciation of the men and women who paid the ultimate price in defense of our great nation. May our commitment to an enduring democracy be worthy of their sacrifice and eternal honor.
For all the buzz/outrage over “Original Sin by Jake Tapper/Alex Thompson, let’s not forget the other original sin: Merrick Garland. He dragged his feet until shamed by J6 Committee, thus giving @realDonaldTrump a chance to run out clock and now wreak havoc on democracy, grift amok and exact revenge.
May 21, 2025 at 1:44 AM
For all the buzz/outrage over “Original Sin by Jake Tapper/Alex Thompson, let’s not forget the other original sin: Merrick Garland. He dragged his feet until shamed by J6 Committee, thus giving @realDonaldTrump a chance to run out clock and now wreak havoc on democracy, grift amok and exact revenge.
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In an extraordinary display of public support, heads of state, heads of government, and foreign ministers from all over Europe and Canada are posting in support of Ukraine in response to the Oval Office meeting with Trump, Zelenskyy, and Vance.
February 28, 2025 at 10:26 PM
In an extraordinary display of public support, heads of state, heads of government, and foreign ministers from all over Europe and Canada are posting in support of Ukraine in response to the Oval Office meeting with Trump, Zelenskyy, and Vance.
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When the reporters are hand-picked by the administration, there is - and should be - skepticism of whatever is reported. That's not good for the government or for democracy. Favoritism breeds flawed information.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announces that the White House Correspondents' Association will no longer choose the pool reporter.
"Moving forward, the White House press pool will be determined by the White House press team."
"Moving forward, the White House press pool will be determined by the White House press team."
February 25, 2025 at 7:48 PM
When the reporters are hand-picked by the administration, there is - and should be - skepticism of whatever is reported. That's not good for the government or for democracy. Favoritism breeds flawed information.
Great ASU conversation on democracy and press freedom with David Axelrod and ex-WaPo editor Marty Baron. Ax: “The great challenge to democracy is cynicism.” Baron deplores those who foment it with falsehoods and conspiracies — calling out Elon Musk as a culprit who’s “abused his power.”
February 6, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Great ASU conversation on democracy and press freedom with David Axelrod and ex-WaPo editor Marty Baron. Ax: “The great challenge to democracy is cynicism.” Baron deplores those who foment it with falsehoods and conspiracies — calling out Elon Musk as a culprit who’s “abused his power.”
Toss your hat in the ring for DNC leader, Jim. That party, this nation, desperately needs someone to speak truth to tyranny in no uncertain terms.
Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.
January 28, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Toss your hat in the ring for DNC leader, Jim. That party, this nation, desperately needs someone to speak truth to tyranny in no uncertain terms.
Will someone tap Trump on the shoulder and tell him the campaign is over. So much for an inaugural unity theme … while the billionaires in prime seats clap along …
January 20, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Will someone tap Trump on the shoulder and tell him the campaign is over. So much for an inaugural unity theme … while the billionaires in prime seats clap along …
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This is sickening. No way ABC would have lost this case, citing the judge’s words. The media capitulation is out of control and shameful. Looking at you Bezos/LAT/Benioff/Zuckerberg
This is sickening. No way ABC would have lost this case, citing the judge’s words. The media capitulation is out of control and shameful. Looking at you Bezos/LAT/Benioff/Zuckerberg
ABC to Pay $15 Million to Settle a Defamation Suit Brought by Trump
The outcome of the lawsuit marks an unusual victory for President-elect Donald J. Trump in his ongoing legal campaign against national news organizations.
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December 15, 2024 at 1:42 AM
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This is sickening. No way ABC would have lost this case, citing the judge’s words. The media capitulation is out of control and shameful. Looking at you Bezos/LAT/Benioff/Zuckerberg
This is sickening. No way ABC would have lost this case, citing the judge’s words. The media capitulation is out of control and shameful. Looking at you Bezos/LAT/Benioff/Zuckerberg
It’s never been more important to ensure journalists can fulfill their mission as watchdogs over government. Senate must act — now. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
Opinion | The Senate has a shrinking window to protect press freedom
Senators should make passing the Press Act a top priority before the session ends.
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December 9, 2024 at 4:16 PM
It’s never been more important to ensure journalists can fulfill their mission as watchdogs over government. Senate must act — now. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
Trump wants to silence media watchdogs, a page right out of the authoritarian playbook. This is no time for journalists to cower or retreat.
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Trump wants to silence a free press. You can help stop him | Opinion
Trump wants to neuter an independent media, and too many journalists are letting him. We must do more protect the First Amendment.
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November 23, 2024 at 6:24 PM
Trump wants to silence media watchdogs, a page right out of the authoritarian playbook. This is no time for journalists to cower or retreat.
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Shame on #msnbc Morning Joe hosts for going down to Mar-a-Lago to sacrifice their pride and credibility to “re-start” relationship with a man they had correctly warned as a threat to #democracy. This is no time to cower or grovel.
November 18, 2024 at 6:21 PM
Shame on #msnbc Morning Joe hosts for going down to Mar-a-Lago to sacrifice their pride and credibility to “re-start” relationship with a man they had correctly warned as a threat to #democracy. This is no time to cower or grovel.
Trump’s appointments show utter contempt for national security (Gabbard, Hegseth), public health (RFK Jr.) and rule of law (Gaetz). Senate, don’t take a recess from doing your job for the American people.
November 15, 2024 at 5:08 PM
Trump’s appointments show utter contempt for national security (Gabbard, Hegseth), public health (RFK Jr.) and rule of law (Gaetz). Senate, don’t take a recess from doing your job for the American people.