Rob Gray
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Fetterman is by far the most ghoulish of them all. Fake progressive sold out his constituents and pretended he did it out of principle. At least most of the others portrayed themselves as “centrists” when facing the demise of democracy.
We know who they were. Rank opportunists.
We know who they were. Rank opportunists.
Never forget who sold us out:
Hassan
King
Cortez-Masto
Shaheen
Kaine
Fetterman
Durbin
Rosen
Hassan
King
Cortez-Masto
Shaheen
Kaine
Fetterman
Durbin
Rosen
November 10, 2025 at 6:31 AM
Fetterman is by far the most ghoulish of them all. Fake progressive sold out his constituents and pretended he did it out of principle. At least most of the others portrayed themselves as “centrists” when facing the demise of democracy.
We know who they were. Rank opportunists.
We know who they were. Rank opportunists.
All Alisa Williams does is work, and her reward as No. 14 ISU's backup to Audi Crooks is generally a few minutes here, a few more there.
But the consummate team player is cool with that — and Sunday, Williams had a career day in a 99-34 rout of Sacred Heart.
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But the consummate team player is cool with that — and Sunday, Williams had a career day in a 99-34 rout of Sacred Heart.
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Alisa Williams shines off the bench in No. 14 ISU's rout of Sacred Heart - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones’ forward Alisa Williams (3) shoots the ball as Sacred Heart Pioneers center Esther Kursite (14) and Sacred Heart Pioneers guard Sophie Nascimento (2) defend during the first quarte...
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November 9, 2025 at 11:33 PM
All Alisa Williams does is work, and her reward as No. 14 ISU's backup to Audi Crooks is generally a few minutes here, a few more there.
But the consummate team player is cool with that — and Sunday, Williams had a career day in a 99-34 rout of Sacred Heart.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/alis...
But the consummate team player is cool with that — and Sunday, Williams had a career day in a 99-34 rout of Sacred Heart.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/alis...
How about that comeback win, Cyclone fans?
Here's my radio recap of Saturday's stirring 20-17 win at TCU.
#BlueCy
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Here's my radio recap of Saturday's stirring 20-17 win at TCU.
#BlueCy
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RADIO RECAP: ISU exorcises recent demons in 20-17 comeback win at TCU - Cyclone Fanatic
Nov 8, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Iowa State Cyclones running back Aiden Flora (21) celebrates after he returns a punt for a touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs during the second half at Amon G....
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November 9, 2025 at 1:35 AM
How about that comeback win, Cyclone fans?
Here's my radio recap of Saturday's stirring 20-17 win at TCU.
#BlueCy
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Here's my radio recap of Saturday's stirring 20-17 win at TCU.
#BlueCy
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"It felt great to kind of get that rhythm going," — ISU freshman guard Jamarion Batemon
He hit three 3-pointers in Thursday's 102-62 win over Grambling State, and it was a diverse offensive effort by the Cyclones. #BlueCy
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He hit three 3-pointers in Thursday's 102-62 win over Grambling State, and it was a diverse offensive effort by the Cyclones. #BlueCy
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Jamarion Batemon's key 3s help No. 16 ISU blow out Grambling State, 102-62 - Cyclone Fanatic
Nov 6, 2025; Ames, Iowa, USA; Grambling State Tigers forward Richard Amaefule (10) defends the shot from Iowa State Cyclones guard Jamarion Batemon (1) during the second half at James H. Hilton Colise...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:33 AM
"It felt great to kind of get that rhythm going," — ISU freshman guard Jamarion Batemon
He hit three 3-pointers in Thursday's 102-62 win over Grambling State, and it was a diverse offensive effort by the Cyclones. #BlueCy
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/jama...
He hit three 3-pointers in Thursday's 102-62 win over Grambling State, and it was a diverse offensive effort by the Cyclones. #BlueCy
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Iowa State is rallying around injured tight end Ben Brahmer is it prepares to face TCU.
#BlueCy
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#BlueCy
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ISU rallies around injured Ben Brahmer as it prepares for TCU - Cyclone Fanatic
Oct 11, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Iowa State Cyclones offensive lineman Jim Bonifas (63) prepares to hike the ball in the second quarter against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field. Mandatory C...
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November 6, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Iowa State is rallying around injured tight end Ben Brahmer is it prepares to face TCU.
#BlueCy
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#BlueCy
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ISU HC T.J. Otzelberger said Cyclone big man Blake Buchanan will be "much more impactful" — if he can avoid foul trouble.
Next up: Grambling State at 7 p.m. Thursday.
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Next up: Grambling State at 7 p.m. Thursday.
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The best is yet to come for ISU big man Blake Buchanan - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones forward Blake Buchanan (23) rebounds the ball around FDU Knights forward Taeshaud Jackson (2) and center Cyril Martynov (22) during the first half of the season-opener on Nov. 3, 2...
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November 6, 2025 at 4:01 AM
"It means a lot." — ISU star Audi Crooks on becoming the 13th Cyclone player to surpass 1,500 career points in Wednesday's 85-58 win over Southern.
#BlueCy
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#BlueCy
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Audi Crooks surpasses 1,500 career points in No. 14 ISU's 85-58 rout of Southern - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones’ Audi Crooks (55) looks for a shot around Southern Lady Jaguars center Anaja Hall during the first quarter on Nov. 5, 2025, at Hilton Coliseum, Ames. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tri...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:58 AM
"It means a lot." — ISU star Audi Crooks on becoming the 13th Cyclone player to surpass 1,500 career points in Wednesday's 85-58 win over Southern.
#BlueCy
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#BlueCy
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ISU HC T.J. Otzelberger said Cyclone big man Blake Buchanan will be "much more impactful" — if he can avoid foul trouble.
Next up: Grambling State at 7 p.m. Thursday.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/the-...
Next up: Grambling State at 7 p.m. Thursday.
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The best is yet to come for ISU big man Blake Buchanan - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones forward Blake Buchanan (23) rebounds the ball around FDU Knights forward Taeshaud Jackson (2) and center Cyril Martynov (22) during the first half of the season-opener on Nov. 3, 2...
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November 5, 2025 at 10:14 PM
ISU HC T.J. Otzelberger said Cyclone big man Blake Buchanan will be "much more impactful" — if he can avoid foul trouble.
Next up: Grambling State at 7 p.m. Thursday.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/the-...
Next up: Grambling State at 7 p.m. Thursday.
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Reposted by Rob Gray
"To be led by a coward is to be controlled by all that the coward fears.
To be led by a fool is to be led by the opportunists who control the fool."
Election day with Octavia Butler on how to choose leaders:
www.themarginalian.org/2020/08/23/o...
To be led by a fool is to be led by the opportunists who control the fool."
Election day with Octavia Butler on how to choose leaders:
www.themarginalian.org/2020/08/23/o...
November 4, 2025 at 10:16 PM
"To be led by a coward is to be controlled by all that the coward fears.
To be led by a fool is to be led by the opportunists who control the fool."
Election day with Octavia Butler on how to choose leaders:
www.themarginalian.org/2020/08/23/o...
To be led by a fool is to be led by the opportunists who control the fool."
Election day with Octavia Butler on how to choose leaders:
www.themarginalian.org/2020/08/23/o...
Another week, another critical injury for Iowa State's football team.
Matt Campbell said Tuesday that LB Will McLaughlin will miss the rest of the season — but also shared good news on TE Ben Brahmer's health scare.
Here’s my story. #BlueCy
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Matt Campbell said Tuesday that LB Will McLaughlin will miss the rest of the season — but also shared good news on TE Ben Brahmer's health scare.
Here’s my story. #BlueCy
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ISU will be down another key player on Saturday at TCU - Cyclone Fanatic
Oct 25, 2025; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones linebacker Will McLaughlin (23) celebrates during the game with the BYU Cougars at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Image...
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November 4, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Another week, another critical injury for Iowa State's football team.
Matt Campbell said Tuesday that LB Will McLaughlin will miss the rest of the season — but also shared good news on TE Ben Brahmer's health scare.
Here’s my story. #BlueCy
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/isu-...
Matt Campbell said Tuesday that LB Will McLaughlin will miss the rest of the season — but also shared good news on TE Ben Brahmer's health scare.
Here’s my story. #BlueCy
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Here's my KNOW THE FOE piece for Saturday, as ISU tries to end a four-game skid at TCU.
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KNOW THE FOE: 5 TCU players to watch on Saturday against Iowa State - Cyclone Fanatic
Oct 18, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Josh Hoover (10) looks downfield against the Baylor Bears during the second half of a game at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credi...
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November 3, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Here's my KNOW THE FOE piece for Saturday, as ISU tries to end a four-game skid at TCU.
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Cc. #BlueCy
Are you excited that Iowa State's No. 14 women's basketball team is opening the season tomorrow at 11 a.m. at Hilton?
If so, expect loud shrieks and fast breaks, I write, in this mini-feature/advance:
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/expe...
If so, expect loud shrieks and fast breaks, I write, in this mini-feature/advance:
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Expect loud shrieks and fast breaks in ISU women's season opener vs. St. Thomas - Cyclone Fanatic
Jada Williams stands for a photo during Iowa State Women’s Basketball media day in Ames, Oct. 16, 2025. © Zach Boyden-Holmes/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images AMES — Thousands of scre...
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November 3, 2025 at 2:18 AM
Cc. #BlueCy
Are you excited that Iowa State's No. 14 women's basketball team is opening the season tomorrow at 11 a.m. at Hilton?
If so, expect loud shrieks and fast breaks, I write, in this mini-feature/advance:
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/expe...
If so, expect loud shrieks and fast breaks, I write, in this mini-feature/advance:
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/expe...
Expect loud shrieks and fast breaks in ISU women's season opener vs. St. Thomas - Cyclone Fanatic
Jada Williams stands for a photo during Iowa State Women’s Basketball media day in Ames, Oct. 16, 2025. © Zach Boyden-Holmes/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images AMES — Thousands of scre...
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November 3, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Are you excited that Iowa State's No. 14 women's basketball team is opening the season tomorrow at 11 a.m. at Hilton?
If so, expect loud shrieks and fast breaks, I write, in this mini-feature/advance:
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/expe...
If so, expect loud shrieks and fast breaks, I write, in this mini-feature/advance:
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/expe...
Are you excited that Iowa State's No. 16 men's basketball team is opening the season tomorrow night at Hilton?
If so (or if not), read my quick-hit advance of the 7 p.m. game vs. FDU
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/isus...
If so (or if not), read my quick-hit advance of the 7 p.m. game vs. FDU
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ISU's top 3-point shooters hope to gel at same time in season opener - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic (22) celebrates with teammates after making a 3-point shot at Hilton Coliseum in Ames on Feb. 8, 2025. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Im...
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November 2, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Are you excited that Iowa State's No. 16 men's basketball team is opening the season tomorrow night at Hilton?
If so (or if not), read my quick-hit advance of the 7 p.m. game vs. FDU
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/isus...
If so (or if not), read my quick-hit advance of the 7 p.m. game vs. FDU
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/isus...
ISU's top 3-point shooters hope to gel at same time in season opener - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic (22) celebrates with teammates after making a 3-point shot at Hilton Coliseum in Ames on Feb. 8, 2025. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Im...
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November 2, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Are you excited that Iowa State's No. 16 men's basketball team is opening the season tomorrow night at Hilton?
If so (or if not), read my quick-hit advance of the 7 p.m. game vs. FDU
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/isus...
If so (or if not), read my quick-hit advance of the 7 p.m. game vs. FDU
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/11/isus...
ISU star TE Ben Brahmer was hospitalized, evaluated, treated and released after taking a scary hit in Saturday's 24-19 loss to Arizona State.
Here's my game story #BlueCy
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Here's my game story #BlueCy
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ISU TE Ben Brahmer appears to be "all right" after scary hit in 24-19 loss to Arizona State - Cyclone Fanatic
Nov 1, 2025; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones tight end Benjamin Brahmer (18) catches a touchdown pass against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the first half at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory C...
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November 2, 2025 at 1:06 AM
ISU star TE Ben Brahmer was hospitalized, evaluated, treated and released after taking a scary hit in Saturday's 24-19 loss to Arizona State.
Here's my game story #BlueCy
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Here's my game story #BlueCy
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Oops, #BlueCy
Iowa State turns up its "curiosity" in hopes of reigniting winning ways on Saturday against Arizona State at home.
Here's my advance of another big game for the Cyclones, who seek to snap a 3-game skid.
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Here's my advance of another big game for the Cyclones, who seek to snap a 3-game skid.
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ISU hopes "curiosity" reignites winning ways Saturday against Arizona State - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones head coach Matt Campbell reacts during the fourth quarter against BYU at Jack Trice Stadium on Oct. 25, 2025, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK ...
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October 30, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Oops, #BlueCy
Iowa State turns up its "curiosity" in hopes of reigniting winning ways on Saturday against Arizona State at home.
Here's my advance of another big game for the Cyclones, who seek to snap a 3-game skid.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/10/isu-...
Here's my advance of another big game for the Cyclones, who seek to snap a 3-game skid.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/10/isu-...
ISU hopes "curiosity" reignites winning ways Saturday against Arizona State - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones head coach Matt Campbell reacts during the fourth quarter against BYU at Jack Trice Stadium on Oct. 25, 2025, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK ...
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October 30, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Iowa State turns up its "curiosity" in hopes of reigniting winning ways on Saturday against Arizona State at home.
Here's my advance of another big game for the Cyclones, who seek to snap a 3-game skid.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/10/isu-...
Here's my advance of another big game for the Cyclones, who seek to snap a 3-game skid.
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/10/isu-...
Disgusting
This was just posted by a CBS News producer on their Instagram stories.
October 30, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Disgusting
Here's my story from yesterday's ISU wrestling media day.
Loaded Cyclones' roster bolstered by Yonger Bastida and Rocky Elam's friendship.
Elam ranked No. 2 by Flo at 197. Bastida ranked third at HWT. #BlueCy
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Loaded Cyclones' roster bolstered by Yonger Bastida and Rocky Elam's friendship.
Elam ranked No. 2 by Flo at 197. Bastida ranked third at HWT. #BlueCy
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Former foes Yonger Bastida, Rocky Elam now highly-ranked friends at ISU - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State’s Yonger Bastida defeated Iowa’s Ben Kueter in a 185-pound match during the Cy-Hawk wrestling dual Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. © Julia Hansen/Iowa Ci...
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October 29, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Here's my story from yesterday's ISU wrestling media day.
Loaded Cyclones' roster bolstered by Yonger Bastida and Rocky Elam's friendship.
Elam ranked No. 2 by Flo at 197. Bastida ranked third at HWT. #BlueCy
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/10/form...
Loaded Cyclones' roster bolstered by Yonger Bastida and Rocky Elam's friendship.
Elam ranked No. 2 by Flo at 197. Bastida ranked third at HWT. #BlueCy
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How can Iowa State solve its red zone woes?
More plays like the first one last Saturday will help, of course, but so will the Cyclones' burgeoning run game.
Next up: Arizona State. #BlueCy
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More plays like the first one last Saturday will help, of course, but so will the Cyclones' burgeoning run game.
Next up: Arizona State. #BlueCy
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Iowa State seeks to end red zone woes Saturday against Arizona State - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones’ wide receiver Brett Eskildsen (9) catches a pass for a touchdown against BYU during the first quarter at Jack Trice Stadium on Oct. 25, 2025, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/...
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October 29, 2025 at 8:24 PM
How can Iowa State solve its red zone woes?
More plays like the first one last Saturday will help, of course, but so will the Cyclones' burgeoning run game.
Next up: Arizona State. #BlueCy
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/10/iowa...
More plays like the first one last Saturday will help, of course, but so will the Cyclones' burgeoning run game.
Next up: Arizona State. #BlueCy
cyclonefanatic.com/2025/10/iowa...
Kyle Konrardy is back to full strength.
Jace Gilbert could be back.
So ISU's kickers are FINALLY getting healthier as matchup with Arizona State looms, which is nice.
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Jace Gilbert could be back.
So ISU's kickers are FINALLY getting healthier as matchup with Arizona State looms, which is nice.
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ISU's kickers are finally getting healthier as matchup with Arizona State looms - Cyclone Fanatic
Iowa State Cyclones’ punt kicker Kyle Konrardy (97) kicks the ball for a field goal against BYU during the third quarter at Jack Trice Stadium on Oct. 25, 2025, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Am...
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October 28, 2025 at 10:09 PM