Matt Hardwick, Public Policy Wonk
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Don’t go into politics in 2026 if you’ve got thin skin. This isn’t a hobby, it’s a frontline fight against fascists and freaks. No one has time to babysit fragile egos. If you can’t handle the heat, move. We need people who can take hits and keep swinging.
November 26, 2025 at 2:18 AM
Don’t go into politics in 2026 if you’ve got thin skin. This isn’t a hobby, it’s a frontline fight against fascists and freaks. No one has time to babysit fragile egos. If you can’t handle the heat, move. We need people who can take hits and keep swinging.
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The president had a record net worth of $7.3 billion in September.
Trump’s Net Worth Drops $1.1 Billion
The president had a record net worth of $7.3 billion in September.
www.forbes.com
November 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The president had a record net worth of $7.3 billion in September.
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If I’m understanding this correctly, X is owned by a white nationalist who pays poor people of color in developing countries to pretend to be working class white Americans to scare other white Americans into being afraid poor people of color from developing countries are going to ruin America?
November 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
If I’m understanding this correctly, X is owned by a white nationalist who pays poor people of color in developing countries to pretend to be working class white Americans to scare other white Americans into being afraid poor people of color from developing countries are going to ruin America?
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in the near term the bill might help Republicans wreck public education, but part of me hopes that will turn the public against Republicans
Ohio lawmakers have brought back up a bill to add party labels to candidates in local school board elections with a new amendment that would also eliminate all elected seats on the State Board of Education, making the entire body governor-appointed ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/11/24/o...
Ohio bill would add political parties to school board races, reduce State Board of Education seats • Ohio Capital Journal
The Ohio legislature brought back up a bill that would add party names to local school board elections, and added an amendment that would eliminate elected seats on the State Board of Education,…
ohiocapitaljournal.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:47 AM
in the near term the bill might help Republicans wreck public education, but part of me hopes that will turn the public against Republicans
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I have not logged into Twitter for a while but this was worth it
I generally try not to comment on Twitter but Isaac Chotiner is over there giving Semafor body blows right now and I just want to say I find it alarming that he's allowed to come for you without warning (asking for an interview)
November 25, 2025 at 12:48 AM
I have not logged into Twitter for a while but this was worth it
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not today but that's a fun place! went to Foundry
November 25, 2025 at 12:16 AM
not today but that's a fun place! went to Foundry
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Great day in St Louis! Took the metro to a food hall, won an escape room, visited a museum, and had *plenty* of sugar. 😂 @ericmbudd.com
November 24, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Great day in St Louis! Took the metro to a food hall, won an escape room, visited a museum, and had *plenty* of sugar. 😂 @ericmbudd.com
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someone today said "spirituality itself is an alt-right pipeline," and omfg, i disagree so much.
atheism cannot be the only way to be a leftist. that both ignores long histories of churches, meeting halls & ceremonies as resistance. and it alienates so many amazing people.
no. no. absolutely not.
atheism cannot be the only way to be a leftist. that both ignores long histories of churches, meeting halls & ceremonies as resistance. and it alienates so many amazing people.
no. no. absolutely not.
November 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
someone today said "spirituality itself is an alt-right pipeline," and omfg, i disagree so much.
atheism cannot be the only way to be a leftist. that both ignores long histories of churches, meeting halls & ceremonies as resistance. and it alienates so many amazing people.
no. no. absolutely not.
atheism cannot be the only way to be a leftist. that both ignores long histories of churches, meeting halls & ceremonies as resistance. and it alienates so many amazing people.
no. no. absolutely not.
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It is worth saying a few things in support of atheists. They show up to vote in astonishingly high numbers and they vote overwhelmingly Democratic. Atheists are also a vital part of the activist community.
Atheists and Black women are key parts of every Democratic victory. The heart of the Party.
Atheists and Black women are key parts of every Democratic victory. The heart of the Party.
someone today said "spirituality itself is an alt-right pipeline," and omfg, i disagree so much.
atheism cannot be the only way to be a leftist. that both ignores long histories of churches, meeting halls & ceremonies as resistance. and it alienates so many amazing people.
no. no. absolutely not.
atheism cannot be the only way to be a leftist. that both ignores long histories of churches, meeting halls & ceremonies as resistance. and it alienates so many amazing people.
no. no. absolutely not.
November 24, 2025 at 10:08 PM
It is worth saying a few things in support of atheists. They show up to vote in astonishingly high numbers and they vote overwhelmingly Democratic. Atheists are also a vital part of the activist community.
Atheists and Black women are key parts of every Democratic victory. The heart of the Party.
Atheists and Black women are key parts of every Democratic victory. The heart of the Party.
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The United Church of Canada has fought for a woman’s right to birth control and abortion since 1923. We believe in science and teach evolution in Sunday School. I think Democratic politicians with strong religious beliefs should campaign on those beliefs.
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/22/u...
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/22/u...
These Spiritual Democrats Urge Their Party to Take a Leap of Faith
In a party that has grown less religious, some prominent Democrats say discussing their deepest beliefs can be a way to connect — when it’s authentic.
www.nytimes.com
December 22, 2024 at 7:56 PM
The United Church of Canada has fought for a woman’s right to birth control and abortion since 1923. We believe in science and teach evolution in Sunday School. I think Democratic politicians with strong religious beliefs should campaign on those beliefs.
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/22/u...
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/22/u...
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November 24, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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A campaign finance complaint made against Colorado state Rep. Ron Weinberg moved into an investigation phase last week, according to documents from the secretary of state’s Elections Division.
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Investigation opened based on campaign finance complaint against Colorado lawmaker | Colorado Newsline
A campaign finance complaint made against state Rep. Ron Weinberg moved into an investigation phase last week.
coloradonewsline.com
November 24, 2025 at 10:15 PM
A campaign finance complaint made against Colorado state Rep. Ron Weinberg moved into an investigation phase last week, according to documents from the secretary of state’s Elections Division.
By @sarawilson.bsky.social
By @sarawilson.bsky.social
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The President is lying—again.
Our servicemembers take an oath to the Constitution and have an obligation to follow only lawful orders.
Trump thinks that standing by our troops to uphold the law should be punishable by death. That should be chilling to every American.
Our servicemembers take an oath to the Constitution and have an obligation to follow only lawful orders.
Trump thinks that standing by our troops to uphold the law should be punishable by death. That should be chilling to every American.
November 23, 2025 at 10:29 PM
The President is lying—again.
Our servicemembers take an oath to the Constitution and have an obligation to follow only lawful orders.
Trump thinks that standing by our troops to uphold the law should be punishable by death. That should be chilling to every American.
Our servicemembers take an oath to the Constitution and have an obligation to follow only lawful orders.
Trump thinks that standing by our troops to uphold the law should be punishable by death. That should be chilling to every American.
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Food Bank of the Rockies said the need for food heading into Thanksgiving is at an all-time high.
SNAP benefits are flowing again but reliance on Colorado food banks is not letting up
Food Bank of the Rockies said the need for food heading into Thanksgiving is at an all-time high.
www.koaa.com
November 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Food Bank of the Rockies said the need for food heading into Thanksgiving is at an all-time high.
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The Scripps News/Talker Research poll also found that the majority of Americans celebrating Thanksgiving are looking forward to the turkey the most.
Most Americans find political talk at Thanksgiving to be entertaining, poll finds
Most Americans find political conversations at the Thanksgiving table to be entertaining and informative — despite some saying it should be avoided, according to a Scripps News/Talker Research poll.
www.koaa.com
November 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Scripps News/Talker Research poll also found that the majority of Americans celebrating Thanksgiving are looking forward to the turkey the most.
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We are stronger together!
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We are stronger together!
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November 22, 2025 at 2:17 PM
A powerhouse pack for your consideration! Please vet, follow, & repost!
We are stronger together!
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We are stronger together!
go.bsky.app/TMg4CV9
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As the sister of an autistic woman, I would much rather raise an autistic child than lose a child to measles, polio, or any other deadly disease. Luckily, I don't have to choose, because VACCINES ARE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE.
I trust doctors with my life. I wouldn't trust RFK Jr. to borrow my pencil.
I trust doctors with my life. I wouldn't trust RFK Jr. to borrow my pencil.
November 23, 2025 at 5:48 AM
As the sister of an autistic woman, I would much rather raise an autistic child than lose a child to measles, polio, or any other deadly disease. Luckily, I don't have to choose, because VACCINES ARE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE.
I trust doctors with my life. I wouldn't trust RFK Jr. to borrow my pencil.
I trust doctors with my life. I wouldn't trust RFK Jr. to borrow my pencil.
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I got vaccinated yesterday. Today I had chills, body aches, and dizziness.
But it's miles better than ACTUALLY being sick for days or weeks and potentially getting others sick as well.
As an asthmatic, I have never once missed a flu shot, and I never plan to.
But it's miles better than ACTUALLY being sick for days or weeks and potentially getting others sick as well.
As an asthmatic, I have never once missed a flu shot, and I never plan to.
A powerhouse pack for your consideration! Please vet, follow, & repost!
We are stronger together!
go.bsky.app/TMg4CV9
We are stronger together!
go.bsky.app/TMg4CV9
November 23, 2025 at 5:48 AM
I got vaccinated yesterday. Today I had chills, body aches, and dizziness.
But it's miles better than ACTUALLY being sick for days or weeks and potentially getting others sick as well.
As an asthmatic, I have never once missed a flu shot, and I never plan to.
But it's miles better than ACTUALLY being sick for days or weeks and potentially getting others sick as well.
As an asthmatic, I have never once missed a flu shot, and I never plan to.
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Composition by Joaquín Torres-García, 1938
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137614
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137614
November 23, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Composition by Joaquín Torres-García, 1938
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137614
https://botfrens.com/collections/212/contents/137614
🤔💡It sounds like Paul Thomas Anderson should take the lessons learned from One Battle After Another and angle to adapt Harlan Ellison's story "Silent In Ghenna"...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DK9R...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DK9R...
Bret Easton Ellis on One Battle After Another
YouTube video by Bennington Quibbits
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November 23, 2025 at 5:16 AM
🤔💡It sounds like Paul Thomas Anderson should take the lessons learned from One Battle After Another and angle to adapt Harlan Ellison's story "Silent In Ghenna"...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DK9R...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DK9R...
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Republican Senator Mike Rounds said Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in a call to senators, confirmed the so-called 28-point “peace plan” was actually a Russian wishlist and is “not the administration’s position”. Nor is there any threat to cut off weapons or intelligence to Ukraine.
November 23, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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Thinking of all the hardworking local and national journalists who have been laid off while this lazy, gross cesspool of mediocrity always had a job because they knew the right people.
November 23, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Thinking of all the hardworking local and national journalists who have been laid off while this lazy, gross cesspool of mediocrity always had a job because they knew the right people.