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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 2h

OK, so, it is sort of like if "Death Becomes Her" was a horrific fever dream of violence, blood, and gore. I honestly don't know what the hell I just watched. It's like... X-Files-ish? Extremely gory. Very, very weird. I'm at a loss for words. Definitely a unique movie. Very. #TheSubstance

RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 4h

Watching this movie with Demi Moore called #TheSubstance and, holy shit, it's definitely wild. Some elements reminiscent of "Death Becomes Her". Gotta say, too, that Demi Moore looks phenomenal but this film hits hard on the issues around body positivity and aging. Fascinating, so far. #MovieNight

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 3h

The only thing about this that shocks me is that there is any effort within the Republican Party to punish racists. I don't believe, for a second, it is actually about that, given who and what the Republicans are these days. www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat

Thousands of private messages reveal young GOP leaders joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape.

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 3h

So... like... he was fired from the Trump Republican Party for being racist? I feel like there is more to it. You know? That doesn't make a whole lot of sense given who and what they are these days.

RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 3h

Don't get why Donald Trump is so upset about the #TimeMagazine cover. It's not their fault he's decrepit, ugly, balding, and his neck looks like a certain part of anatomy that isn't a neck. It's not their fault he paints himself orange, either. So what's the problem? #USPolitics #ImpeachTrump

RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 3h

What is with American Democrats and this bizarre need to elect seventy and eighty year old candidates to roles that require 80+ hour work weeks? It's stupid. It's weird. It's senseless. It makes the Democratic Party look beholden to old money, not the country. #Maine #USPolitics

Pam Keith @pamkeithdc.bsky.social · 5h

Janet Mills is now in the Maine Senate race.

I will NOT be supporting her in the primary

I am offended that a 77 years old thinks that’s a good idea.

I also have no patience for anyone who takes money from AIPAC.

It’s time for new blood.

Graham Platner is electrifying the people of Maine.

RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 4h

Watching this movie with Demi Moore called #TheSubstance and, holy shit, it's definitely wild. Some elements reminiscent of "Death Becomes Her". Gotta say, too, that Demi Moore looks phenomenal but this film hits hard on the issues around body positivity and aging. Fascinating, so far. #MovieNight

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 4h

Seems the media wants to bend over backwards to imply this was not about Shapiro being Jewish. The man claimed he was angry about Palestinians being killed. There is an obviously big mental health component here, too. American violence is over the top. #Pennsylvania globalnews.ca/news/1147776...

Man pleads guilty to arson attack on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home - National | Globalnews.ca

Cody Balmer previously told a judge he was an unemployed welder with no income or savings and “a lot of children.”

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kdodd27.bsky.social @kdodd27.bsky.social · 5h

A similar ad campaign was run by the Trudeau govt 2017-18 as Cusma was being negotiated during Trump term one. It was effective.

RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 8h

Truly, this is money well spent. We need to speak right to Americans who need to understand the cost of following Donald Trump's reckless plans for the US economy. Coming from Doug Ford makes it hit especially hard. #CDNpoli #ElbowsUp www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Ontario running $75M anti-tariff ads in U.S. aimed at Republicans | CBC News

Ontario is spending $75 million to broadcast a new anti-tariff ad in the United States, aimed at Republican voters.

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Hon. Thomas A. Lukaszuk @lukaszukab.bsky.social · 1d

We are so close to our goal. Please, look up your closest petition signing location on this website and take a minute to add your name to the list of proud Canadians.

Our #ForeverCanadian volunteers are at 68 locations across Alberta. Find them here:

www.forever-canadian.ca/sign-the-pet...

Forever Canadian Official Campaign Website

Forever Canadian campaign is a grassroots coalition of Canadians aimed at reinforcing Canadian unity. It is a proactive vehicle to secure Alberta's continued place in Canada.

www.forever-canadian.ca

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Michael J. Stern @michaeljstern.bsky.social · 5h

Wish I'd written the description.

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NOH8 Campaign @noh8campaign.bsky.social · 6h

Rest in Power, Miss Major Griffin-Gracy #NOH8

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 6h

We should really be highlighting the weakness and fragility of Pete Hegseth. This really does illustrate the extent to which he is incapable of confident leadership. It's not all tattoos and booty shorts, after all. #PeteHegseth

Prem Thakker ツ @premthakker.bsky.social · 7h

NEW: Pentagon officials are forcing staff to watch Pete Hegseth's "Warrior" speech he forced generals to listen to.

Officials are even "testing" staff to see if they watched — and are threatening consequences if they lie about watching it or if they mock it, sources tell @swin24.bsky.social and I.

The Pentagon Is Ordering Staff to Watch Hegseth’s ‘MAGA Garbage’ Speech… Or Else

Defense Department sources tell Zeteo that staff have been warned that if they don’t watch or read the speech, or if they speak negatively of it, they could face severe consequences.

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 6h

Aww! That's pretty cute to see them pay tribute to #BoyMeetsWorld. I definitely grew up on that show and, before I even understood how gay I was, I understood I had a fascination with the leather jacket wearing bad boy Shawn. He was cute then, he's cute now. #DWTS

Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 6h

Danielle Fishel honors 98-year-old William Daniels, aka Mr. Feeny, during her #DWTS routine

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 6h

These two always bring the fire and, frankly, that's the energy American Democrats need. Not saying she is always 100% right on all things but she's right about this. Cory Booker, and others, need to explain their weak-ass response to Trump. #USPolitics @ivehaditpodcast.bsky.social

Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 6h

"What do you have to say about the capitulation that you participated in?"

Cory Booker clearly wasn't expecting the pushback he got from @ivehaditpodcast.bsky.social

Full interview: youtu.be/HLfzsOVjlxc

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 6h

I saw Nancy Pelosi mentioned and it appears she is planning to run again for Congress. She's 85yrs old right now and about to turn 86yrs old next year. American Democrats have to make a better effort at building up, not holding down, the next generation. #JustSayin www.newsweek.com/nancy-pelosi...

Former AOC chief of staff announces run for Nancy Pelosi's House seat

Rep. Nancy Pelosi, the longest-serving member of California's US House delegation, could face a 2026 midterm challenge.

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 6h

Section 320.15 of the Criminal Code makes it an offence to refuse a breathalyzer. Respectfully, Police cannot simply take peoples' word for it that they don't drink or do drugs. Still, this warrants some scrutiny given how injured the man appears to be. www.aptnnews.ca/national-new...

Mi'kmaw Elder says he was tasered after refusing breathalyzer

A Mi'kmaw Elder says he was tasered outside his home in Eskasoni by the RCMP after refusing to take a breathalyzer.

www.aptnnews.ca

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Adam Radwanski @aradwanski.bsky.social · 7h

I'm not an expert on current Newfoundland politics. But from a national perspective, the election of a new government that campaigned against a rare example of interprovincial cooperation on a major energy project seems unfortunate timing.

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 7h

Are the Newfoundland PC's "bad"? I mean, Danny Williams used to be great fun and I always found Dunderdale enjoyable, mostly when Yvonne Jones would rail against her. In fact, it's never a bad time to share the highlight reel. HAHA. www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7iW...

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 7h

Well, at least I'm very far away from them at the moment if I have managed to offend. LOL.

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 7h

The Newfoundland Progressive Conservatives are projected to form a government in Newfoundland and Labrador. That's a big change from what we were seeing earlier in the night. I don't know a darn thing about the issues there now so am just wishing everyone well. #CDNpoli www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Progressive Conservatives end 10 years of Liberal rule in N.L., CBC News projects | CBC

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 8h

The reason? Marketing. Though, unfortunately for Donald Trump and the people of both Israel and Gaza, this ceasefire is already broken, hostages being withheld by Hamas, aid trucks being withheld by Israel. It will blow up in Trump's face. #Israel #Hamas

Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · 9h

This isn’t a peace plan. It’s a ceasefire. Why is the media calling it a peace plan?

RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 8h

This is an interesting story you sometimes get in the Maritimes, but not as often elsewhere. Mike Goosney ran as a New Democrat in 2015, a Progressive Conservative in 2020, and won tonight as a Progressive Conservative. Blue/Orange candidates exist. #CDNpoli #Newfoundland www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

PCs take lead over Liberals in Newfoundland and Labrador’s general election | CBC

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 8h

The bad news stories about #ClimateChange are hitting hard today. More and more, I'm glad I'm about halfway through this life. I don't know what the world will look like in another 40-50yrs. I really don't. #UKpoli #CDNpoli

Sky News @news.sky.com · 8h

UK must prepare for 2C of warming by 2050, government told for first time

Britain must prepare for at least 2C of warming within just 25 years, the government has been advised by its top climate advisers.

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RealMattHopkins @realmatthopkins.bsky.social · 8h

You know what, people? Maybe it's OK that Donald Trump is out here trying to take credit for "peace" between Israel and Hamas. You know why? He will then be in position to take responsibility for the fact his alleged peace was nothing of the sort. We all see it. It is what it is. #Israel

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Osaka: None/bun - A sack of nuns @osakanone.bsky.social · 9h

remigrate is not a dog whistle, and is open nazi language

Remigration

Not to be confused with Return migration.
Remigration is an originally European far-right proposal of ethnic cleansing[1] via the mass deportation of non-white immigrants and their descendants, sometimes including those born in Europe, to their place of racial ancestry.[2][3] It is popular especially within the Identitarian movement.[4][5] Some proponents of remigration suggest excluding some persons with non-European background from such a mass deportation, based on a varyingly defined degree of assimilation into European culture.[6][7][8]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remigration

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