David Mastio
@davidmastio.bsky.social
National Columnist for McClatchy/The Kansas City Star
This is a reasonable question.
If telling the troops not to follow illegal orders is “sedition,” what do we call colluding with the Kremlin to manipulate the U.S. President into advancing Russian interests over America’s?
November 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
This is a reasonable question.
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Over @kansascity.com, my short contribution to the “what i am thankful for” roundtable.
November 27, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Over @kansascity.com, my short contribution to the “what i am thankful for” roundtable.
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This worked less well than i would have preferred.
November 27, 2025 at 1:41 AM
This worked less well than i would have preferred.
Nothing says Thanksgiving like eating crow for that time you said that there were some things about Trump that made you thankful (gift link) www.kansascity.com/opinion/arti...
I was thankful for Donald Trump a year ago. This Thanksgiving, I have to eat crow | Opinion
Last year, David Mastio gave you 10 reasons to be thankful for Donald Trump. He says he got half of them wrong. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 27, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Nothing says Thanksgiving like eating crow for that time you said that there were some things about Trump that made you thankful (gift link) www.kansascity.com/opinion/arti...
Scouting America should dump Trump before he dumps them www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Scouting America should dump Trump, not the other way around | Opinion
The Trump administration is mulling whether it will end the special role Scouting America has with the government. Scouts should act first. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Scouting America should dump Trump before he dumps them www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
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This is by far the best piece I've read on MTG's metamorphosis. Sharing it after reading another dumb take claiming that she's motivated by nothing other than cynicism and ambition. She's ambitious, yes, and crazy. But something has genuinely happened, too. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
Marjorie Taylor Greene Came So Close to Getting the Joke
What the Georgia representative learned in Washington
www.theatlantic.com
November 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
This is by far the best piece I've read on MTG's metamorphosis. Sharing it after reading another dumb take claiming that she's motivated by nothing other than cynicism and ambition. She's ambitious, yes, and crazy. But something has genuinely happened, too. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
My Thanksgiving crow-eating column is the second most read thing across McClatchy's news sites after a story about Miss Universe in Spanish. Maybe this should become an annual thing. www.kansascity.com/opinion/arti...
I was thankful for Donald Trump a year ago. This Thanksgiving, I have to eat crow | Opinion
Last year, David Mastio gave you 10 reasons to be thankful for Donald Trump. He says he got half of them wrong. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:16 PM
My Thanksgiving crow-eating column is the second most read thing across McClatchy's news sites after a story about Miss Universe in Spanish. Maybe this should become an annual thing. www.kansascity.com/opinion/arti...
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Every Trump Administration quote to mainstream media outlets is reminiscent of the "to the pain" scene from THE PRINCESS BRIDE. "I'll explain, but I'll use small words so that you understand, you warthog-faced buffoon." Probably serves a similar purpose. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUJc...
The Princess Bride (12/12) Movie CLIP - To the Pain! (1987) HD
YouTube video by Movieclips
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November 26, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Every Trump Administration quote to mainstream media outlets is reminiscent of the "to the pain" scene from THE PRINCESS BRIDE. "I'll explain, but I'll use small words so that you understand, you warthog-faced buffoon." Probably serves a similar purpose. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUJc...
I hate to admit it, but my "Why I am thankful for Donald Trump" column last Thanksgiving was kind of a Turkey. This year I eat crow. www.kansascity.com/opinion/arti...
I was thankful for Donald Trump a year ago. This Thanksgiving, I have to eat crow | Opinion
Last year, David Mastio gave you 10 reasons to be thankful for Donald Trump. He says he got half of them wrong. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 26, 2025 at 12:27 PM
I hate to admit it, but my "Why I am thankful for Donald Trump" column last Thanksgiving was kind of a Turkey. This year I eat crow. www.kansascity.com/opinion/arti...
I don't know. It is perhaps more important to readers than most of the sturm and drang that gets comment in Washington. I know I would be happier with paper towels. Those hand dryers spray germs everywhere.
Democracy dies in dampness
At this point, the Washpost edit page is just trolling its readers.
This is today's actual house editorial.
This is today's actual house editorial.
November 25, 2025 at 2:48 PM
I don't know. It is perhaps more important to readers than most of the sturm and drang that gets comment in Washington. I know I would be happier with paper towels. Those hand dryers spray germs everywhere.
Pass the Pelosi Act
Right before Trump paused tariffs, MTG purchased lots of stock, that then went soaring in value the next day based on the move by Trump.
Members of Congress should not be trading stocks. They get inside information that affects the value and it's sleazy.
www.nytimes.com/2025/04/14/u...
Members of Congress should not be trading stocks. They get inside information that affects the value and it's sleazy.
www.nytimes.com/2025/04/14/u...
Greene Bought Market Dip Before Trump Paused Tariffs, Profiting From the Rally
www.nytimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Pass the Pelosi Act
read this: www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
How Zohran Mamdani beat Josh Hawley to Donald Trump’s heart | Opinion
The Missouri senator proposes populist ideas, but the president doesn’t seem as interested as he did in the NYC mayor-elect on Friday. There’s a reason. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 22, 2025 at 10:33 PM
read this: www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
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The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Trump wants death for 6 Democrats. Only 1 of our KS or MO senators disagreed | Opinion
David Mastio asked the four Republican senators from Missouri and Kansas if they agree. Only one thought it was important enough to say Trump was wrong. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Trump wants death for 6 Democrats. Only 1 of our KS or MO senators disagreed | Opinion
David Mastio asked the four Republican senators from Missouri and Kansas if they agree. Only one thought it was important enough to say Trump was wrong. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
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Josh really doesn't get enough credit as a digital journalism pioneer — and as an entrepreneur who built something meaningful and lasting.
PHOTOS: TPM Celebrates Our 25-Year Anniversary in NYC talkingpointsmemo.com/gallery/phot...
PHOTOS: TPM Celebrates Our 25-Year Anniversary in NYC
We rang in our 25th anniversary in style last week, hosting a...
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November 19, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Josh really doesn't get enough credit as a digital journalism pioneer — and as an entrepreneur who built something meaningful and lasting.
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Judges who think letting kids into Harvard based on race is wrong, won’t think deciding who builds parking lots based on race is ok. | Opinion
Trump deserves credit for shutting down KCK racial spoils system | Opinion
Judges who think letting kids into Harvard based on race is wrong, won’t think deciding who builds parking lots based on race is ok. | Opinion
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November 18, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Judges who think letting kids into Harvard based on race is wrong, won’t think deciding who builds parking lots based on race is ok. | Opinion
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“Trump’s Poll Numbers Just Entered the Danger Zone” — my latest for @washingtonmonthly.com
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Trump’s Poll Numbers Just Entered the Danger Zone
Trump’s job approval fell below 45% for the first time in his second term—historically the point where the GOP gets wiped out in midterms.
washingtonmonthly.com
November 18, 2025 at 12:35 PM
“Trump’s Poll Numbers Just Entered the Danger Zone” — my latest for @washingtonmonthly.com
washingtonmonthly.com/2025/11/18/t...
washingtonmonthly.com/2025/11/18/t...
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There is a growing demand for Democrats who can stand toe to toe with Trump. Guest writer @jilldlawrence.bsky.social breaks down which Democrats are already proving they have the clarity and backbone to compete in this difficult moment in history.
Democrats: Don’t Fail the ‘SOB Test'
Which Democratic leaders have learned the right lessons about how to compete in a post-Trump political environment?
thinkbigpicture.substack.com
November 18, 2025 at 12:36 PM
There is a growing demand for Democrats who can stand toe to toe with Trump. Guest writer @jilldlawrence.bsky.social breaks down which Democrats are already proving they have the clarity and backbone to compete in this difficult moment in history.
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For me and clearly many others, the SOB test is now the primary lens for judging Democratic candidates. Every election at every level, from now through 2028, is a referendum on an unbearable presidency. My latest, at The Big Picture.
thinkbigpicture.substack.com/p/democrats-...
thinkbigpicture.substack.com/p/democrats-...
Democrats: Don’t Fail the ‘SOB Test'
Which Democratic leaders have learned the right lessons about how to compete in a post-Trump political environment?
thinkbigpicture.substack.com
November 17, 2025 at 8:41 PM
For me and clearly many others, the SOB test is now the primary lens for judging Democratic candidates. Every election at every level, from now through 2028, is a referendum on an unbearable presidency. My latest, at The Big Picture.
thinkbigpicture.substack.com/p/democrats-...
thinkbigpicture.substack.com/p/democrats-...
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Following publication of my column today, Sen. Hawley's office got back to me with a quote. Updating the piece, but posting here for the moment:
November 13, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Following publication of my column today, Sen. Hawley's office got back to me with a quote. Updating the piece, but posting here for the moment:
This by my colleague @joelmathis.bsky.social Mathis is absolutely correct about Sen. Josh Hawley 's potential $500,000 taxpayer payout. www.kansascity.com/opinion/read...
Shutdown bill over Jan. 6 probe could make Josh Hawley $500K richer | Opinion
Bill ending the shutdown lets Sen. Josh Hawley pursue damages for inquiry into Jan. 6 phone data, changing legal defenses and costs. | Opinion
www.kansascity.com
November 13, 2025 at 8:34 PM
This by my colleague @joelmathis.bsky.social Mathis is absolutely correct about Sen. Josh Hawley 's potential $500,000 taxpayer payout. www.kansascity.com/opinion/read...
Consume.
I actually find this entirely plausible.
November 13, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Consume.
My latest is on the Epstein revelations www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Epstein files: Latest Trump revelations demand disclosure | Opinion
The Trump administration’s Epstein files flip-flop shouldn’t stand as the scandal suddenly leaps closer to the president. From David Mastio:
www.kansascity.com
November 12, 2025 at 10:28 PM
My latest is on the Epstein revelations www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
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"Miles Bruner, in resigning from his job as a Republican fundraiser, wrote in The Bulwark: 'I quit the Republican party and my job as an accomplice to the party in the throes of an authoritarian cult.'"
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
A year on from Trump’s victory, resistance is everywhere | Rebecca Solnit
Americans have shown a tremendous amount and variety of opposition – more than some may realize
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 10:27 PM
"Miles Bruner, in resigning from his job as a Republican fundraiser, wrote in The Bulwark: 'I quit the Republican party and my job as an accomplice to the party in the throes of an authoritarian cult.'"
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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After David Mastio wrote a column ripping Bloomberg’s School of Public Health, its new report tells the truth. Guns are the top killer of teens. | Opinion
Bloomberg abandons claim that guns are top killer of kids | Opinion
After David Mastio wrote a column ripping Bloomberg’s School of Public Health, its new report tells the truth. Guns are the top killer of teens. | Opinion
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November 11, 2025 at 5:50 PM
After David Mastio wrote a column ripping Bloomberg’s School of Public Health, its new report tells the truth. Guns are the top killer of teens. | Opinion