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Terry Bouton

@terrybouton.bsky.social

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Historian of the American Revolution and Creation of the US Constitution. Author of Taming Democracy. Forthcoming Book: Madison's Mistake: The Rise and Fall of American Monarchism. Democracy Dies in Doomerism. Don't be a Doomer.

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Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · Aug 6

An amazing book (as @noellecook.com's proud husband, I've read it several times, so I know!). It's a timely, fascinating, head-scratching, heartbreaking, funny, sobering, empathetic, and intimate look at the epidemic of conspiracism sweeping the nation and the world. A wild and entertaining ride!

Noelle Cook @noellecook.com · Aug 6

It’s finally real. I have a publication date! The Conspiracists: Women, Extremism, and the Lure of Belonging comes out Jan 6, 2026. Five years inside conspiracy culture—what draws people in, what it costs to leave. Pre-orders are up: noellecook.com/book

Book cover for "The Conspiracists: Women, Extremism, and the Lure of Belonging by Noelle Cook - Bright blue background featuring a stylized plastic mask of a white woman with exaggerated blonde curls, heavy lashes, and a wide smile. The mask wears a red, white, and blue crown resembling the Statue of Liberty. Above the mask, the title reads: The Conspiracists: Women, Extremism, and the Lure of Belonging by Noelle Cook.

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Noelle Cook @noellecook.com · 4h

“A good tactic is one your people enjoy” - Saul Alinsky

Palm Springs, CA | 10-18-25
#NoKings

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Paul F. Tompkins @pftompkins.bsky.social · 10h

AND THEN WHAT HAPPENED

USA TODAY @usatoday.com · 14h

In one video the president shared on social media, Trump wears a crown and flies a fighter jet with "King Trump" written on it.

Trump jabs 'No Kings' protesters with AI videos of himself wearing crown

In one video the president shared on social media, Trump wears a crown and flies a fighter jet with "King Trump" written on it.

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Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.bsky.social · 9h

"The US president tossed aside maps of the frontline in Ukraine, insisted Zelenskyy surrender the entire Donbas region to Putin, and repeatedly echoed talking points the Russian leader had made in their call a day earlier"
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Trump urged Zelenskyy to accept Putin’s terms or be ‘destroyed’ by Russia

US president tossed aside maps of Ukraine frontline in volatile White House meeting

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Noelle Cook @noellecook.com · 21h

Antifa, part 2
Oct 18, 2025 | Palm Springs, CA
#NoKings

Two people stand side by side on the grass, each holding a white poster that reads “ANTIFA 1945.” One poster shows a World War II–era illustration of a woman in uniform before an American flag; the other shows the silhouette of a saluting soldier. A small crowd and palm trees rise behind them against the backdrop of nearby mountains.

A person in a bright pink and white inflatable unicorn costume walks across a Palm Springs intersection alongside protesters carrying American flags and signs. Palm trees and mountains frame the scene beneath a clear blue sky.

A woman at an outdoor rally holds a bright pink sign reading “Believe the Women.” She’s smiling toward the camera as people around her stand or sit on the grass, some carrying American flags.

Two people wearing inflatable dinosaur costumes—one purple, one blue—walk across a busy intersection filled with cars and palm trees. Nearby, a parent pushes a stroller holding a pink sign that says “Protect Education for Children with Disabilities.”

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Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · 23h

Chumbawamba would definitely approve.

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amanda moore 🐢 @noturtlesoup17.bsky.social · 23h

The crowd did not disperse, an instead started playing Tubthumping by Chumbawamba — I get knocked down, but I get up again.

amanda moore 🐢 @noturtlesoup17.bsky.social · 1d

Portland ICE facility now.

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lauren @lauren.rotatingsandwiches.com · 1d

your analysis of this political moment is going to fail if you keep using reductionist labels like "wine mom". first of all, there are dozens of factions just within that one term, from whiskey women to chardonnay chicas, and understanding their unique informal coalitions can take decades of study

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Fear Captain @cheercaptain.wang · 1d

I wasn’t exaggerating it rules so hard

Pin from today’s No Kings protest showing Barney and Friends and the phrase “Join Antifa”

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Noelle Cook @noellecook.com · 1d

Another peaceful protest, courtesy of the anti-fascists.
Oct. 18, 2025 | Palm Springs, CA
#NoKings

A person stands on grass holding a protest sign in front of their face that reads, “No sign is big enough to list all of the reasons I’m here.” The brown sign includes small icons representing equality, reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ pride, and justice. The person holds a small American flag and wears a black dress and red sneakers. Palm trees and other protesters are visible in the background.

A protester holds a large handmade sign reading, “Ken Calvert (CA-41) voted to not release the Epstein files.” The text is written in black and red marker. The crowd behind them includes people holding other political signs and waving small American flags among palm trees at sunset.

Two men wearing white T-shirts that say “No Kings Just Queens” in rainbow lettering pose and smile at a Palm Springs protest. One adjusts his sunglasses while the other gives a thumbs-up. Behind them, people hold signs.

A protester holds up a white sign with blue and red text that reads: “I’m not horrified by Trump. We have always known how despicable he is. I’m horrified by how many Americans, our neighbors, are still willing to back him! Check your morals!” Other demonstrators and signs can be seen behind them among palm trees under a clear blue sky.

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Noelle Cook @noellecook.com · 1d

Thanks to @kellyscaletta.bsky.social for having me on. We talked about my forthcoming book, why people are drawn to conspiracies, and what responsibility influencers have to offer evidence-based truth instead of chasing clicks and likes on platforms that thrive on disinformation. noellecook.com/book

Machine Pun Kelly @kellyscaletta.bsky.social · 2d

Today on the Pun Show, Noelle Cook (@noellecook.com) joins me to discuss MAGAs and conspiracy theories.

youtube.com/live/p_Snnox...

The Pun Show with Noelle Cook

YouTube video by Machine Pun Kelly

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Noelle Cook @noellecook.com · 1d

Antifa.
#NoKings.

An elderly woman in a gray sweater and hat walks with a red walker decorated with a small American flag. She’s wearing a black face mask and moving through a crowd of protesters holding signs at a No Kings protest.

Palm Springs, CA, October 18, 2025.

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Kevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 1d

Take note of all these people turning out for protests in small towns in red states.

Remember them the next time you’re inclined to write an area off because “they voted for this.”

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 1d

David Byrne at #NoKings on his bike.

(via @wutangforchildren.bsky.social)

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Ronald Angelo Johnson @ronajohnson.bsky.social · 4d

Today is the official PUBLICATION DAY for *Entangled Alliances* from @cornellupress.bsky.social!!! Save on your copy of the book with the QR code and discount code. 📚

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Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · 1d

Is Mexico paying for this one too? Like they did for that wall?

Tory Stephens @torystephens.bsky.social · 1d

Tariff costs to companies this year to hit $1.2 trillion, with consumers taking most of the hit, S&P says.

www.cnbc.com/2025/10/16/t...

#Tariffs #Consumers #Economy #Business #Bills

Tariff costs to companies this year to hit $1.2 trillion, with consumers taking most of the hit, S&P says

The firm said its estimate of additional expenses for companies is probably conservative.

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Laura Jedeed @laurajedeed.bsky.social · 2d

No Kings won't gain us any ground, it's true. But No Kings helps us hold the line — a line that is very much at risk

There can be no mass movement if the masses succumb to fear and despair

Why You Should Go To A Protest Tomorrow

No Kings Day: October 18th

www.bannedinyourstate.com

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Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · 1d

I got into history for the money. Thought about law school, but decided to chase the dollar signs instead.

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Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · 1d

Palm Springs! At the first No Kings protest, the extremely popular chief of police spoke powerfully against ICE (and he meant it). To kick off the second No Kings, the airport fights back.

andré carrington @andrecarrington.bsky.social · 1d

More of this: "Palm Springs International Airport is not playing the video on terminal screens because California law and federal Hatch Act principles prohibit using public facilities for partisan political messaging."

kesq.com/news/2025/10...

Palm Springs airport issues statement on Kristi Noem government shutdown PSA

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - The Palm Springs International Airport issued a statement on Tuesday regarding the decision not to broadcast a video by Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem blaming...

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Larry Glickman @larryglickman.bsky.social · 1d

Courage is contagious…..
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/17/u...

University of Virginia Won’t Join White House’s Compact for Colleges

www.nytimes.com

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Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · 1d

Literally true for most of recorded history.

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Noelle Cook @noellecook.com · 1d

It’s easy to forget how much effort it takes to show up.
Grateful for those who’ll be there again tomorrow.
#NoKings

"No Kings" protest, June 14, 2025, Palm Springs, CA

A crowd of people gathered outdoors at a rally holding signs and waving rainbow pride flags. One prominent sign in the center shows a gold crown crossed out in red with the words “No Kings.” Palm trees and mountains are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

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Eileen Clancy 🧿 @clancyny.bsky.social · 2d

Wikipedia Volunteers Avert Tragedy by Taking Down Gunman at Conference

By Andy Newman

At Civic Hall in Union Square, a man with a gun walked onto the stage at a Wikipedia conference.

Richard Knipel, CUNY's Wikimedian-in-Residence, jumped the gunman and, with others' help, saved the day. Gift link

Wikipedia Volunteers Avert Tragedy by Taking Down Gunman at Conference

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Machine Pun Kelly @kellyscaletta.bsky.social · 2d

Today on the Pun Show, Noelle Cook (@noellecook.com) joins me to discuss MAGAs and conspiracy theories.

youtube.com/live/p_Snnox...

The Pun Show with Noelle Cook

YouTube video by Machine Pun Kelly

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Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · 2d

This works. It makes us the Miller High Life of the nerds but says we're aspirational. That tracks.

By the way, did you know that in the iconic Miller High Life commercials from the 1970s.......

Terry Bouton @terrybouton.bsky.social · 2d

Historians are the ______ of the nerds. I struggle with how to fill that blank. We aren't the nerds of the nerds. What kind of nerds are we?

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