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@chrisedler57.bsky.social
Pro Democracy 💙🇺🇸
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PhD in Education,Masters in Anesthesia,
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Lets help the redistricting in Texas backfire on GOP, please support or consider a donation to a real astronaut, and best candidate, @astroterry.bsky.social Terry Virts will beat GOP candidate if he wins. And he’s the best chance. I’ve donated personally.

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February 19, 2026 at 12:32 AM
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Recovery will not happen overnight, but we will rebuild. We can all make an impact by continuing to shop local.

We will help stabilize these businesses, protect jobs, and ensure Minnesota’s economy rebounds.

www.startribune.com/please-come-...
‘Please come back’: Minnesota restaurants brace for a long recovery after ICE surge
With no official bailout on the horizon, the restaurant community tries to save itself.
www.startribune.com
February 19, 2026 at 12:34 AM
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Lower and middle class consumers spend a far higher percentage of disposable income buying basic items. This isn't hard to understand, but our USTR doesn't seem to.
February 19, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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CBS declined to broadcast the James Talarico interview.

Stephen Colbert took it to YouTube.

He aired it anyway.

That’s holding the line.
Stephen Colbert Roasted CBS Over James Talarico. Here’s Why It Matters.
The FCC didn’t need a ban. It changed the risk, and the fight is now playing out on air.
www.livingitwitholiviatroye.com
February 19, 2026 at 1:59 AM
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In order to deflect attention away from new revelations that he raped and threatened to kill underage girls, Donald Trump will start a war with Iran.
February 19, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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The Trump Regime wishes everyone had a reflective Ash Wednesday.
February 19, 2026 at 2:25 AM
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Nailed it…

When she glitched out and said, “the Dow, the Dow is over 50,000 dollars”. Like she just remembered what Trump told her to say. ☠️
February 19, 2026 at 2:26 AM
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Finally, people are recognizing what I have been saying for months -- CBS has completely capitulate to Trump.

I created Democracy Docket to never back down. It has no corporate backers and will never obey. It's only accountable to its readers who support it. Sign up now. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
February 19, 2026 at 12:31 AM
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The SAVE Act doesn’t have the votes in the Senate, but Trump doesn’t need it to pass to do damage. In tomorrow’s piece, Jay Kuo breaks down how Republicans are using it to undermine trust in our elections ahead of November. Yesterday, Todd Beeton reported from Senate Dems’ digital creators summit.
This Week In The Big Picture
The good news is that the SAVE Act, the Trump-backed bill that would impose draconian barriers to voting, doesn’t have the votes to pass the U.S.
thinkbigpicture.substack.com
February 18, 2026 at 11:26 PM
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I'm running for Congress to take the fight directly to Trump—but I can't do it if I'm not on the ballot. 🗳️

We need 1,250 signatures from NY-12 Democrats in just a few weeks. It’s going to be close.

Help us hit our goal and protect our democracy. Sign up now: bit.ly/GeorgeConway...
Get George on the ballot!
Can we count on you to help get George on the ballot in New York?
https://bit.ly/GeorgeConwayforCongress"
February 19, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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Here's How Democrats Can Resist Trump Even as a Minority

Instead of playing possum or the usual politics, former Republican strategist Kurt Bardella recommends Democrats give the spotlight to Epstein's survivors and victims of ICE after Trump's SOTU.

thelefthook.substack.com/p/heres-how-...
February 19, 2026 at 12:21 AM
Ya sure
JUST IN: Les Wexner submitted a written statement to House Oversight ahead of his testimony on Jeffrey Epstein.

In the letter, Wexner says he was “naive” and duped by Epstein, calls him a “con man,” and insists he cut ties nearly two decades ago and had no knowledge of Epstein’s criminal conduct.
February 18, 2026 at 6:37 PM
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Just paid 2.99 a gallon for gas. How ‘bout that Trump economy? How’s that working out for you?
February 18, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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You do NOT have to answer where you were born.: PUBLIC SPACES
We asked https://www.PAXIS.app:

If ICE approaches you:
You have the right to remain silent. You do NOT have to answer where you were born. You may record.

Say: “I am exercising my right to remain silent. Am I free to leave?”

If…
You do NOT have to answer where you were born.
PUBLIC SPACES We asked https://www.PAXIS.app: If ICE approaches you: You have the right to remain silent. You do NOT have to answer where you were born. You may record. Say: “I am exercising my right to remain silent. Am I free to leave?” If detained: “On what basis?” FUCK ICE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/PAXIS
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February 18, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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I told you they’d come after Veterans’ benefits. www.stripes.com/veterans/202...
Veterans slam new VA rule for determining disability ratings
The new rule states that a disability level must be based on how well a veteran functions while on medication and not on the underlying impairment.
www.stripes.com
February 18, 2026 at 2:40 AM
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This is day five for the New York Times’ The Docket. But this is year six for Democracy Docket.

By all means, the more the merrier! I welcome the much-needed focus on the courts and legal news from legacy media. But if you are looking for an independent voice, sign-up now for free. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
If you haven't yet, make sure to sign up for "The Docket," the new newsletter on the legal and judicial worlds anchored by the incomparable @adamliptak.bsky.social. There is no smarter writer about the law today. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/12/u...
On Trump’s Tariffs, Supreme Court Hurries Up and Waits
www.nytimes.com
February 18, 2026 at 3:04 AM
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Tomorrow, the Oversight Committee will have the opportunity to question Les Wexner about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Survivors told us from day one: follow the money. That is exactly what we intend to do.
February 18, 2026 at 4:08 AM
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Wait, did the SAVE Act already pass and they forgot to tell voters? No!

I’m going to need an update on this. I hope she was able to cast her ballot in the primary.

Texans, if this is happening to you, post your story with the polling location. Put it on blast. And report it.
February 18, 2026 at 3:30 AM
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Simply horrific. What are we becoming?
February 18, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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LEFT: Liam Ramos, imprisoned for being a child.

RIGHT: Donald Trump, *not* imprisoned for raping children.
February 18, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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Dave Smith: "Nothing could vindicate Trump in this. Even if all the files were released and there's no evidence that Donald Trump did anything with girls or young girls or anything like that, he still tried to cover it all up. So it kind of doesn't matter. He's not vindicated."
February 17, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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I spent my childhood inside of American concentration camps. I know one when I see one. And that is what ICE is building.
February 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Bravo, Stephen!
Stephen Colbert Rips CBS For Banning Interview With Texas Democrat Due To FCC Threat
www.comicsands.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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The Constitution is currently being interpreted by the Epstein Class at SCOTUS.
“If this guy isn’t impeached and removed, what’s the point to the whole Constitution? You can’t have a fucking criminal running the government for his own benefit screwing the people. And that’s what we have.”
February 17, 2026 at 9:27 PM
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CBS again bent the knee to Trump and blocked Stephen Colbert from hosting Texas Democratic state Rep. James Talarico.
February 17, 2026 at 4:19 PM