Darrel Grattidge
@darrelgrattidge.bsky.social
Ex From X (Xodous November 2024)
"There is no sun without shadow, and it is essential to know the night."
- Albert Camus, The Myth of Sissyphus
"There is no sun without shadow, and it is essential to know the night."
- Albert Camus, The Myth of Sissyphus
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"If these f**kers think they are going to bully and intimidate me, they have another thing coming." Rep. Jason Crow isn't backing down after Trump tried (and failed) to indict him. This is what real courage looks like. Read more: www.dworkinsubstack.com/p/great-news...
February 16, 2026 at 3:51 PM
"If these f**kers think they are going to bully and intimidate me, they have another thing coming." Rep. Jason Crow isn't backing down after Trump tried (and failed) to indict him. This is what real courage looks like. Read more: www.dworkinsubstack.com/p/great-news...
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UNPRECEDENTED: Barack Obama just broke his silence on Trump’s "dangerous" abuse of power. This isn't just politics—it's a warning for the future of America. 🇺🇸 www.dworkinsubstack.com/p/great-news...
February 16, 2026 at 3:47 PM
UNPRECEDENTED: Barack Obama just broke his silence on Trump’s "dangerous" abuse of power. This isn't just politics—it's a warning for the future of America. 🇺🇸 www.dworkinsubstack.com/p/great-news...
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Trump told his conspiracy believers that he would “drain the swamp” & expose Epstein’s network. Now he claims the Epstein files never existed, triggering a MAGA crisis of faith so deep it's even shaking some of his most loyal insiders. Share the truth.
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February 16, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Trump told his conspiracy believers that he would “drain the swamp” & expose Epstein’s network. Now he claims the Epstein files never existed, triggering a MAGA crisis of faith so deep it's even shaking some of his most loyal insiders. Share the truth.
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New in PN: "Just making s**t up" — @volts.wtf sounds off on the EPA
“How the f**k are they going to do that? If you can get the Supreme Court to rule carbon is not a danger to public health, it will mark the point at which they have abandoned all pretense, because that’s just a flat out lie.”
“How the f**k are they going to do that? If you can get the Supreme Court to rule carbon is not a danger to public health, it will mark the point at which they have abandoned all pretense, because that’s just a flat out lie.”
"Just making s**t up" — David Roberts sounds off on the EPA
"To say members of Congress didn’t anticipate a specific pollutant is just f**king comical."
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February 16, 2026 at 3:35 PM
New in PN: "Just making s**t up" — @volts.wtf sounds off on the EPA
“How the f**k are they going to do that? If you can get the Supreme Court to rule carbon is not a danger to public health, it will mark the point at which they have abandoned all pretense, because that’s just a flat out lie.”
“How the f**k are they going to do that? If you can get the Supreme Court to rule carbon is not a danger to public health, it will mark the point at which they have abandoned all pretense, because that’s just a flat out lie.”
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Opinion by @claywires.bsky.social: Hateful lawmakers covet millions of dollars from hardworking Kansans to subsidize their contempt #ksleg kansasreflector.com/2026/02/16/h...
Hateful lawmakers covet millions of dollars from hardworking Kansans to subsidize their contempt • Kansas Reflector
Kansas legislators have done a whole bunch of hating lately. And they want you to pay for it with your tax dollars.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Opinion by @claywires.bsky.social: Hateful lawmakers covet millions of dollars from hardworking Kansans to subsidize their contempt #ksleg kansasreflector.com/2026/02/16/h...
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It's Blue Ⓜ️🔘NDAY Stacie & all y'all earwormers! How about some country blues ...
"Draggin' the River" ~ Ferlin Husky
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🎼“Alone, so low with misery
Nothin' but blues for company"
#EarWorm👂🪱
#OurDailyThread🃏🧵
"Draggin' the River" ~ Ferlin Husky
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🎼“Alone, so low with misery
Nothin' but blues for company"
#EarWorm👂🪱
#OurDailyThread🃏🧵
Draggin' The River
YouTube video by Ferlin Husky - Topic
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February 16, 2026 at 11:34 AM
It's Blue Ⓜ️🔘NDAY Stacie & all y'all earwormers! How about some country blues ...
"Draggin' the River" ~ Ferlin Husky
youtu.be/bXIJ3dTsa0o?...
🎼“Alone, so low with misery
Nothin' but blues for company"
#EarWorm👂🪱
#OurDailyThread🃏🧵
"Draggin' the River" ~ Ferlin Husky
youtu.be/bXIJ3dTsa0o?...
🎼“Alone, so low with misery
Nothin' but blues for company"
#EarWorm👂🪱
#OurDailyThread🃏🧵
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Tribute to late Charlie Kirk illuminates division in Kansas politics on meaning of free speech | #ksleg via @kansascarpenter.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/15/t...
Tribute to late Charlie Kirk illuminates division in Kansas politics on meaning of free speech • Kansas Reflector
Republicans and Democrats in Kansas Legislature take bright-line approach to questions about Charlie Kirk's use of First Amendment right to speech.
kansasreflector.com
February 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Tribute to late Charlie Kirk illuminates division in Kansas politics on meaning of free speech | #ksleg via @kansascarpenter.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/15/t...
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February 14, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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Democracy Docket just published my latest: Trump’s election subversion playbook: lie, sue, abuse, repeat.
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February 14, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Democracy Docket just published my latest: Trump’s election subversion playbook: lie, sue, abuse, repeat.
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Kansas governor vetoes anti-trans bathroom bill, citing ‘numerous and significant consequences’ | via @crazeywriter.bsky.social #ksleg
Kansas governor vetoes anti-trans bathroom bill, citing ‘numerous and significant consequences' • Kansas Reflector
Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed a controversial bathroom bill Friday, saying the poorly drafted legislation would have far-reaching consequences.
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February 13, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Kansas governor vetoes anti-trans bathroom bill, citing ‘numerous and significant consequences’ | via @crazeywriter.bsky.social #ksleg
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An innocent 5yr old boy in a bunny hat, spent more time in jail than any of Epstein's fellow abusers.
Think about that for a minute.
Think about that for a minute.
February 13, 2026 at 6:39 PM
An innocent 5yr old boy in a bunny hat, spent more time in jail than any of Epstein's fellow abusers.
Think about that for a minute.
Think about that for a minute.
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Opinion from @ericthomasphoto.bsky.social: Top World Cup teams flock to stay in Kansas City — and it makes sense #ksleg
Top World Cup teams flock to stay in Kansas City — and it makes sense • Kansas Reflector
On Wednesday, the English soccer federation confirmed one of the most exciting recent surprises in Kansas City sports news: The England national team will join Argentina in making the city its base ca...
kansasreflector.com
February 13, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Opinion from @ericthomasphoto.bsky.social: Top World Cup teams flock to stay in Kansas City — and it makes sense #ksleg
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“HeyBulldog”… The Beatles youtu.be/M4vbJQ-MrKo?...
The Beatles - Hey Bulldog (Promo video)
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February 13, 2026 at 11:34 AM
“HeyBulldog”… The Beatles youtu.be/M4vbJQ-MrKo?...
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Happy Friday the 13th 👋✌️🎶🎸
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Where To Now St Peter? - Elton John - Live at Wembley 1977
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February 13, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Happy Friday the 13th 👋✌️🎶🎸
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This ⬇️⬇️⬇️, the 🍊🤡 has to go!
Today, the Trump administration repealed the endangerment finding: the ruling that served as the basis for limits on tailpipe emissions and power plant rules. Without it, we’ll be less safe, less healthy and less able to fight climate change—all so the fossil fuel industry can make even more money.
WATCH: Trump, EPA's Zeldin announce end of scientific basis for U.S. action on climate change
The Trump administration on Thursday revoked a scientific finding that long has been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change, the most aggressiv...
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February 12, 2026 at 9:50 PM
This ⬇️⬇️⬇️, the 🍊🤡 has to go!
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Federal judge blocks Pentagon attempt to demote Sen. Mark Kelly over illegal orders video | via @jennifershutt.bsky.social and @ashleymurray.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/12/r...
Federal judge blocks Pentagon attempt to demote Sen. Mark Kelly over illegal orders video • Kansas Reflector
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction Thursday, blocking the Department of Defense from downgrading Arizona Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly’s rank as a retired Navy captain for appearing in a vid...
kansasreflector.com
February 12, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Federal judge blocks Pentagon attempt to demote Sen. Mark Kelly over illegal orders video | via @jennifershutt.bsky.social and @ashleymurray.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/12/r...
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Kansas Senate passes bill scrutinizing free lunch families, dodging challenges from some Republicans | #ksleg via @anna-writes.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/12/k...
Kansas Senate passes bill scrutinizing free lunch families, dodging challenges from some Republicans • Kansas Reflector
TOPEKA – A contingent of Kansas Republicans narrowly advanced a bill that would increase scrutiny of households that qualify for free and reduced lunch, but it fielded pushback from Democrats and fell...
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February 12, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Kansas Senate passes bill scrutinizing free lunch families, dodging challenges from some Republicans | #ksleg via @anna-writes.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/12/k...
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Opinion by Amii Castle: In arresting and prosecuting journalists, Trump administration draws from authoritarian playbook #ksleg kansasreflector.com/2026/02/12/i...
In arresting and prosecuting journalists, Trump administration draws from authoritarian playbook • Kansas Reflector
After an authoritarian takes over, the press never criticizes dear leader, so the people hear only what dear leader wants them to hear.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Opinion by Amii Castle: In arresting and prosecuting journalists, Trump administration draws from authoritarian playbook #ksleg kansasreflector.com/2026/02/12/i...
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US House in bipartisan vote defies Trump, agrees to end his tariffs on Canada | via @ashleymurray.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/11/r...
US House in bipartisan vote defies Trump, agrees to end his tariffs on Canada • Kansas Reflector
In a notable break from President Donald Trump’s signature trade policy, several House Republicans joined Democrats in passing a resolution to terminate the president’s national emergency at the north...
kansasreflector.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:22 AM
US House in bipartisan vote defies Trump, agrees to end his tariffs on Canada | via @ashleymurray.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/11/r...
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Forty individuals, organizations object to Kansas Senate bill adding barriers to food and health aid | #ksleg via @kansascarpenter.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/11/f...
Forty individuals, organizations object to Kansas Senate bill adding barriers to food and health aid • Kansas Reflector
Dozens of organizations or individuals oppose a bill that would impose new state application and reporting requirements for programs serving children, elderly people, poor people, pregnant women and p...
kansasreflector.com
February 11, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Forty individuals, organizations object to Kansas Senate bill adding barriers to food and health aid | #ksleg via @kansascarpenter.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/11/f...
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House bill would add $25 million to annual spending on Kansas water crisis | #ksleg via @gracefromkansas.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/11/h...
House bill would add $25 million to annual spending on Kansas water crisis • Kansas Reflector
More money could be flowing to the Kansas Water Plan under a new House bill, expanding the impact of a popular 2023 law aimed at addressing the growing water crisis.
kansasreflector.com
February 11, 2026 at 3:24 PM
House bill would add $25 million to annual spending on Kansas water crisis | #ksleg via @gracefromkansas.bsky.social kansasreflector.com/2026/02/11/h...