Brian T
@briantodd.bsky.social
Husband, Father, Liberal, Swiftie and George Lakoff fan
I have my own thoughts on the ten votes that will probably end the filibuster, but I’m choosing not to join that echo chamber with the opposition. Antonia Scatton generously provided the script for whatever side we are on. We have no message discipline!
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Messaging the Shut Down
We don’t have to fight with each other. We’re ALL right.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:29 AM
I have my own thoughts on the ten votes that will probably end the filibuster, but I’m choosing not to join that echo chamber with the opposition. Antonia Scatton generously provided the script for whatever side we are on. We have no message discipline!
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I think 🤔 I see the problem.
October 30, 2025 at 10:15 PM
I think 🤔 I see the problem.
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It may become even more difficult in the days ahead but this message is to all the Democratic leaders - don’t back down. Stay strong! Many people’s lives are depending on you. Healthcare is already expensive in the US. It’s can’t get worse! #Staystrong!
October 3, 2025 at 2:25 PM
It may become even more difficult in the days ahead but this message is to all the Democratic leaders - don’t back down. Stay strong! Many people’s lives are depending on you. Healthcare is already expensive in the US. It’s can’t get worse! #Staystrong!
After watching the latest episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver re Disney bringing back Jimmy Kimmel, I think it’s time to reverse and resubscribe to Disney to encourage them to stand their ground and double down when pressured again.
September 24, 2025 at 9:41 PM
After watching the latest episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver re Disney bringing back Jimmy Kimmel, I think it’s time to reverse and resubscribe to Disney to encourage them to stand their ground and double down when pressured again.
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MUST-WATCH: “When you live here it feels like a poor country— you’re so reasonable. They painted you in a bad light. It makes me angry.”
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
September 16, 2025 at 5:58 PM
MUST-WATCH: “When you live here it feels like a poor country— you’re so reasonable. They painted you in a bad light. It makes me angry.”
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
“I think you’re probably right,” Alito replies. “On one side or the other — one side or the other is going to win. I don’t know. I mean, there can be a way of working …(1/2)
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Justice Alito Caught on Tape Discussing How Battle for America 'Can't Be Compromised'
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito in a new recording says the battle for America "can't be compromised," and that one political party will "win."
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September 22, 2025 at 7:58 AM
“I think you’re probably right,” Alito replies. “On one side or the other — one side or the other is going to win. I don’t know. I mean, there can be a way of working …(1/2)
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Don't Bring Us Into This
My name is Jess and I was a high school Literature teacher for 16 years until I decided to run as a Democrat in a rural, red district in Missouri. I bring you news and politics from Missouri and beyon...
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September 17, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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We're in a health care emergency.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
September 16, 2025 at 1:29 PM
We're in a health care emergency.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
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No argument from me on this one.
September 10, 2025 at 8:21 PM
No argument from me on this one.
A big difference between Republicans and Democrats is that Republicans understand the science of political communication. Republicans dictate the topics/terms of debate while Dems (and the left) usually burn energy in constant response.
Thiel and Co call this mimetics, Lakoff calls it framing.
Thiel and Co call this mimetics, Lakoff calls it framing.
August 30, 2025 at 4:36 PM
The best exposition of Neoliberal Democrats including the conscious and unconscious modes of thought, and how it currently affects their defense of democracy is in George Lakoff’s book The Political Mind.
August 25, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The best exposition of Neoliberal Democrats including the conscious and unconscious modes of thought, and how it currently affects their defense of democracy is in George Lakoff’s book The Political Mind.
Ever notice how Trump always accuses other people of exactly what he himself has done or is doing, even the weird stuff? Making money off his political position, try to steal an election, partnership in a global pedophile ring including a whole host of powerful political and corporate leaders.
August 18, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Ever notice how Trump always accuses other people of exactly what he himself has done or is doing, even the weird stuff? Making money off his political position, try to steal an election, partnership in a global pedophile ring including a whole host of powerful political and corporate leaders.