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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 12h

"Call it democracy, or call it democratic socialism, but there must be a better distribution of wealth within this country for all God's children." —MLK Jr.

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perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 12h

DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN NJ IS TOMORROW 10/14 www.nj.com/politics/202...

Time is almost up to register to vote in nationally-watched N.J. gov race

With just hours left before the Oct. 14 registration deadline, New Jerseyans must act quickly to participate in the showdown between Sherrill and Ciattarelli.

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Encyclopaedia Britannica @britannica.com · 13h

If you ride the entirety of the Trans-Siberian railway in Russia, you will cross through 8 time zones.

For an optimal experience, we recommend the Trans-Siberian Orchestra for background music.

You may have to listen to the playlist a few times.

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 6d

Two New Jersey facilities are ranked among @usnews.com's 2025-2026 Best Children’s Hospitals ⤵️ https://njbiz.com/us-news-best-childrens-hospitals-nj-rankings-2025/

U.S. News names Best Children’s Hospitals — 2 NJ facilities rank - NJBIZ

U.S. News & World Report recognized two children’s hospitals in New Jersey on its 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospitals list and specialties.

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Merriam-Webster @merriam-webster.com · 4d

www.merriam-webster.com/wordplay/bur...

Why do we 'bury the lede?'

We buried 'lead' so far down that we forgot how to spell it

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Bloomberg News @bloomberg.com · 4d

Any bailout for the "Farmageddon" caused by tariffs might just pay farmers back with their own money (via Bloomberg Opinion)

‘Farmageddon’ Can’t Be Solved With a Bailout Alone

It’s harvest time in the Midwest and farmers are bringing in bumper crops of soybeans, corn and wheat. They should be elated.

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perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 4d

Coverage from last night's final gubernatorial #debate in #NJ via @njbiz.bsky.social
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Sherrill, Ciattarelli spar in final NJ governor debate - NJBIZ

Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli clash in the final New Jersey governor debate, trading barbs over business, ethics and NJ's economy.

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NJ.com @nj.com · 4d

Despite improvement across New Jersey, heavily traveled bridges on Routes 495, I-80, and Route 17 remain among the most structurally compromised in the state.

Is your daily commute over one of N.J.’s ‘deficient’ bridges? Here’s what you should know.

Despite improvement across New Jersey, heavily traveled bridges on Routes 495, I-80, and Route 17 remain among the most structurally compromised in the state.

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Merriam-Webster @merriam-webster.com · 5d

grawlix | noun | a series of typographical symbols (such as $#!) used in text as a replacement for profanity

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perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 6d

Which children's #hospitals from #NewJersey return to @usnews.com's "Best" list for 2025-2026? njbiz.com/us-news-best...

U.S. News names Best Children’s Hospitals — 2 NJ facilities rank - NJBIZ

U.S. News & World Report recognized two children’s hospitals in New Jersey on its 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospitals list and specialties.

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Seth Abramson @sethabramson.bsky.social · 7d

In four years we went from every far-right nut saying the federal government should just shut down so states can do everything to the exact same nuts saying that federal law enforcement is so incapable of taking care of itself that states must protect them around the clock or else it is insurrection

Judge Again Blocks Guard Deployment as Trump Expands His Targets

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NJBIZ @njbiz.bsky.social · 7d

BREAKING NEWS: Atlantic Health and Saint Peter’s Healthcare System are pulling the plug on plans for a partnership. https://njbiz.com/atlantic-health-saint-peters-hospital-partnership-canceled/

Atlantic Health, Saint Peter's cancel planned partnership - NJBIZ

Atlantic Health and Saint Peter's Healthcare System are pulling the plug on plans for a hospital partnership amid shifting health care trends.

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perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 7d

Breaking news on breaking #hospitalmerger deal in #NJ njbiz.com/atlantic-hea...

Atlantic Health, Saint Peter's cancel planned partnership - NJBIZ

Atlantic Health and Saint Peter's Healthcare System are pulling the plug on plans for a hospital partnership amid shifting health care trends.

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perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 7d

TODAY in Somerset County ⤵️

New Jersey Housing & Mortgage Finance Agency @njhousing.bsky.social · 10d

🏡 Join us at Senator Andy Kim’s upcoming Resource Fairs to learn more about our affordable housing programs.
📍 Raritan Valley Community College – Somerset County
Monday, October 6
📍 Atlantic Cape Community College – Cape May County
Friday, October 24

perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 7d

A newly approved state subsidy through @njhousing.bsky.social aims to incentivize private #investment to create new workforce and affordable #housing options in #NewJersey.
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NJHMFA $500M tax credit aims to boost affordability, workforce development - NJBIZ

The NJHMFA approved a $500M State Tax Credit Subsidy to spur development of affordable and workforce housing across New Jersey.

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WIRED @wired.com · 7d

Research reveals that those diagnosed with autism early show distinct genetic and developmental profiles from those diagnosed later. www.wired.com/story/autism...

Autism Is Not a Single Condition and Has No Single Cause, Scientists Conclude

Research reveals that those diagnosed with autism early show distinct genetic and developmental profiles from those diagnosed later.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 10d

Sean "Diddy" Combs is set to be sentenced for violating the federal Mann Act, an anti-prostitution law with a century-old history.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs will be sentenced under the Mann Act, a prostitution law from 1910

Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to be sentenced for violating the federal Mann Act, an anti-prostitution law with a century-old history. Combs will be sentenced Friday.

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NPR @npr.org · 12d

JUST IN: Jane Goodall, primatologist who transformed our understanding of the lives of apes, has died, according to an announcement from the Jane Goodall Institute.

Jane Goodall, legendary primatologist, has died at age 91

Jane Goodall, primatologist who transformed our understanding of the lives of apes, has died, according to an announcement from the Jane Goodall Institute.

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perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 12d

Call for #artists from Monmouth Museum: The exhibition will feature miniatures, with artwork no larger than 15" x 15" when framed. All media types are welcome, but artwork must be wall-mountable. Open to all Museum Members aged 18 and up.

www.monmouthmuseum.org/members-show...

Members Showcase: Celebrating Creativity 2025-26

Members Showcase: Celebrating Creativity 2025-26 An Exhibit of Monmouth Museum Artists

www.monmouthmuseum.org

perryface.bsky.social @perryface.bsky.social · 12d

So many lollipops from this one-time/long-time bank.

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Downtown Matawan site zoned for 46 apartments sells for $2M - NJBIZ

A Main Street Matawan commercial property zoned for 46 apartments and retail recently sold on Ten-X.com, Colliers said, marking local momentum

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 12d

First decline in ADP construction payrolls since 2021.

(via Kev Gordon)

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NJ Spotlight News @njspotlightnews.org · 12d

Listen to The Brian Lehrer Show on @wnyc.org TOMORROW, Oct. 2!

Our very own @johnreitmeyer.bsky.social will talk about taxation and the NJ governor's race as part of WNYC's "30 issues in 30 days" series.

More: www.wnyc.org/shows/bl/30-...

The Brian Lehrer Show | WNYC | New York Public Radio, Podcasts, Live Streaming Radio, News

Brian Lehrer leads the conversation about what matters most now in local and national politics, our own communities and our lives.

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NPR @npr.org · 12d

A new report says that the number of books being challenged or removed from public schools across the country has risen exponentially in the past two years. A Clockwork Orange tops their list.

PEN America warns of rise in books 'systematically removed from school libraries'

A new report says that the number of books being challenged or removed from public schools across the country has risen exponentially in the past two years. A Clockwork Orange tops their list.

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juneauindependent.bsky.social @juneauindependent.bsky.social · 14d

The editor and nearly all reporters at the Homer News, Peninsula Clarion, and Juneau Empire announced their resignations after corporate management deleted content from a story about Charlie Kirk in response to a complaint from a Republican state lawmaker.
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Editor, most news staff of Carpenter Media’s Alaska newspapers resign due to censoring of story

Article about a Charlie Kirk vigil referring to controversies involving him was altered after a GOP Alaska lawmaker complained to company management

www.juneauindependent.com

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P. Kenneth Burns @pkbnews.bsky.social · 12d

When I was seeking something from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for New Jersey just now, this was the banner that greeted me.

For the sake of accuracy, the federal government shutdown is due to Congress not being able to agree on a continuing resolution to keep the doors open.

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