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Donna Stern @dvsmemphis.bsky.social · 13h

Watch this quick explainer on the Hatch Act and you’ll see just how far the regime has gone—propaganda in airports, partisan emails, and political orders from the top. It’s not “messaging,” it’s a full-blown assault on the law that keeps our government nonpartisan.

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strea3m.bsky.social @strea3m.bsky.social · 11h

👏👏 Damn right, call him on his BS.

Arizona attorney general threatens legal action against Mike Johnson for failing to seat Adelita Grijalva

The Democrat accused Johnson of playing “political games” by delaying the swearing-in ceremony.

www.politico.com

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Remember how mad they got when Tim Walz said they were weird?

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David Roberts @volts.wtf · 14h

Imagine the media reaction if a single Democrat ever said anything like this ever once in history.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 14h

After bragging about permanently cutting "Democrat programs," Trump says "we're not closing up Republican programs."

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Andrew Lawrence @ndrew.bsky.social · 14h

I really just once a reporter would reply “oh are you gonna cry about it”

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 14h

Trump: "I don't take questions from ABC fake news after what you did with Stephanopoulos to the vice president of the United States."

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Sarah Longwell @sarahlongwell25.bsky.social · 14h

No Kings has Republicans in Disarray

@cheetah.bsky.social latest Press Pass @thebulwark.com: www.thebulwark.com/p/no-kings-r...

‘No Kings’ Has Republicans in Disarray

Why GOP lawmakers are spreading fear about the upcoming rally.

www.thebulwark.com

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🏳️‍🌈 Pitney & Amelia’s Bitchen Boutique 🎙️ @pitneyandamelia.bsky.social · 14h

You know what would have made the Alex Jones SCOTUS news better? If he had to be there in person with his stupid mustache and they told him in person that his crap isn’t worth their time.

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LA Blue Dot in GA @namwella1961.bsky.social · 14h

It's always sad when you appeal your $1.4 billion dollar Sandy Hook judgment, and the Supreme Court tells you to fuck off with your bullshit.
#ProudBlue #Pinks #TrumpIsUnfitForOffice Alex Jones

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 14h

Reading that cretin Alex Jones was put on blast by the conservative Supreme Court and "Dr. Phil" has had to declare bankruptcy on the same day? What an embarrassment of riches! Only one other breaking news story about another odious man would make things better.
www.rawstory.com/dr-phil-trum...

Dr Phil faces 'total collapse' after MAGA alignment backfires massively: report

Dr. Phil McGraw's attempt to transition from daytime television personality to a politically aligned media mogul during Donald Trump's second presidential term has been marked by spectacular failure a...

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Tom & Lorenzo @tomandlorenzo.bsky.social · 19h

We have to do with billionaires what we more or less did with kings: strip them of their ability to control the world based on their whims and grudges

karl rove knausgård @uhactually.bsky.social · 1d

Lmao WaPo has fewer than 100K circulation now. It turns out “alienate your liberal subscriber base” is not a good strategy when the Republicans also hate you. www.forbes.com/sites/andyme...

The Washington Post Is Running Out Of Readers Willing To Pay

Once a titan of American journalism, The Washington Post now struggles to reach even 100,000 print subscribers most days.

www.forbes.com

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Punk Rock Empath @punkrockempath.bsky.social · 1d

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As if the things we’ve said about Trump (which are supported by actual evidence) could compare to the things they said about Biden. Or Obama.

But we “hate America?” Fuck off, Mike Johnson.

a little girl in a pink dress is standing in front of a drum set and says loser

Alt: Loser!!!!

media.tenor.com

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(We the) People Over Politics @kudubro.bsky.social · 1d

Get your signs ready👇

And bring 🇺🇸 flags. Let’s show Mike Johnson that it’s not a “Hate America” rally, it’s a “Love America, hate Trump” rally.

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🏳️‍🌈 Pitney & Amelia’s Bitchen Boutique 🎙️ @pitneyandamelia.bsky.social · 5d

If you’re tired of the same damn “top ten horror films” lists every October & want something more entertaining, look no further than:
THE WHEEL OF HORROR!

We did this livestream a few years back with some friends (check out their pods!) and it was a blast! #podguild
www.youtube.com/live/z9yvL4N...

the Wheel of Horror #AllTheHorror special

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🏳️‍🌈 Pitney & Amelia’s Bitchen Boutique 🎙️ @pitneyandamelia.bsky.social · 2d

Back in 2020, we did a Halloween episode about our collections of horror story / sound effects / music. It was loads of fun and I’m sure you’ll find it educational! Plus it can keep you company until our 2025 Halloween episodes are out!

#podguild
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 22h

STATEMENT — PENTAGON PRESS ASSOCIATION on Secretary of War (on Journalism) Hegseth revoking credentials because they won’t agree to a new draconian policy where he controls everything they do: “violates the first amendment.. a concern to all”

As we send them $1 TRILLION yearly🤔

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AltFDA @altfda.altgov.info · 22h

Good morning ppl! It’s day 14 of the GOP shitdown and we are entering the first no pay, pay check period. From this point on the Shitdown is only going to drag the economy and hurt the Gov attached workforce.

donald trump is standing in front of an american flag giving a thumbs up .

Alt: donald trump is standing in front of an american flag giving a thumbs up . Dancing like a rapist that won’t release the Epstein files

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Laura Haynes👩‍🔬⚾️🐾💙 @drlaurahaynes.bsky.social · 1d

Sharing because Doc says he fucking loves this soup recipe

DrDinD.bsky.social @drdind.bsky.social · 2d

I fucking love this recipe

Fuck Frostbite

Warm the Fuck up minestrone recipe

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Sanho Tree @sanho.bsky.social · 1d

Check out the customs line at Dulles Airport. Imagine being an unpaid government worker during the shutdown and having to face this crowd knowing that Mike Johnson sent the House home for a relaxing break while stalling a vote on the Epstein files.

Long customs lines at Dulles Airport | NBC4 Washington

YouTube video by NBC4 Washington

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🏳️‍🌈 Pitney & Amelia’s Bitchen Boutique 🎙️ @pitneyandamelia.bsky.social · 1d

From one cancer patient to another, you’ve got this, Mr. President! Don’t forget your skin care while getting radiation!

NBC News @nbcnews.com · 3d

BREAKING: Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy as his cancer care enters a new phase.

Former President Joe Biden undergoing radiation therapy as cancer care enters new phase

The radiation treatment is expected to span five weeks and marks a new point in his care.

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I worked in a costume shop that had latex masks of all the bad guys in that movie. Nobody knew who they were.

I swear the only draw that shit had was Madonna and the art direction, which was pretty cool at the time.

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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 2d

Kamala is all out of f*cks and I’m here for it 🔥

We see you, @codepink.bsky.social

Your paid performative agitators pop up on her book tour like they think we don’t know the VP’s job.

The VP doesn’t set Middle East policy, the President does. The VP’s role is to support the President, period.

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🏳️‍🌈 Pitney & Amelia’s Bitchen Boutique 🎙️ @pitneyandamelia.bsky.social · 2d

Back in 2020, we did a Halloween episode about our collections of horror story / sound effects / music. It was loads of fun and I’m sure you’ll find it educational! Plus it can keep you company until our 2025 Halloween episodes are out!

#podguild
youtu.be/5rbhIFfMRjk?...

Pitney & Amelia's Spooky Stax

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Brendan Nyhan @brendannyhan.bsky.social · 3d

Yikes?

Reporters: I hope you are digging into this hard.

I can imagine this meaning they are trying to rebuild trust among Republicans (which would be great!). I can also imagine much more worrisome possibilities.

Sky Marchini @sky.skymarchini.net · 3d

So dominion voting got sold, look at this fascinating statement from their new owner (not to doom but this is, uh, suboptimal). www.dominionvoting.com

(Dominion voting website now redirecting to libertyvote.com with the following statement:)

Our Promise.
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My Fellow Americans,
Today, I am proud to announce Liberty Vote - a 100% American-owned election technology company dedicated to restoring trust in our elections. Our mission is clear: every vote must be secure, fair, and verifiable.
I have spent my life working to strengthen America's elections. That commitment began years ago, in the aftermath of the 2000 election, when I worked for the Missouri Secretary of State. Later, as Election Director in St. Louis, I led the effort to modernize outdated systems and rebuild public trust. Eventually, I founded an election technology company that today serves nearly one in four voters nationwide.
With Liberty Vote, we are building on that legacy. We are turning the page and beginning the vital work of restoring faith in American elections. While these changes will not happen overnight, Liberty Vote's mission is rooted in American values and committed to transparency, independent audits, and verifiable paper records.
Our purpose is simple: to ensure that America's elections are secure, fair, and honest.
Scott Leiendecker
Founder and Chairman, Liberty Vote

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