@oakleif33.bsky.social
Californian. Cat lover. Reader. Water geek.
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August 20, 1939
Cartoonist Clifford Berryman
"It's a good act but it's hard on the spectators..."
Cartoonist Clifford Berryman
"It's a good act but it's hard on the spectators..."
January 15, 2026 at 4:53 PM
August 20, 1939
Cartoonist Clifford Berryman
"It's a good act but it's hard on the spectators..."
Cartoonist Clifford Berryman
"It's a good act but it's hard on the spectators..."
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The reason I think it is important to say this is that it helps us focus on the likely risks.
It is, to me, very unlikely that a state will simply choose not to hold elections.
It is also, to me, very likely that voter intimidation and suppression will increase beyond the current terrible method.
It is, to me, very unlikely that a state will simply choose not to hold elections.
It is also, to me, very likely that voter intimidation and suppression will increase beyond the current terrible method.
Your regular reminder that there is no legal path from martial law to suspending elections in this country.
That doesn't mean there is no path. It just means that we need to reject the framing that the federal government has any legal authority to cease elections.
That doesn't mean there is no path. It just means that we need to reject the framing that the federal government has any legal authority to cease elections.
January 15, 2026 at 6:22 PM
The reason I think it is important to say this is that it helps us focus on the likely risks.
It is, to me, very unlikely that a state will simply choose not to hold elections.
It is also, to me, very likely that voter intimidation and suppression will increase beyond the current terrible method.
It is, to me, very unlikely that a state will simply choose not to hold elections.
It is also, to me, very likely that voter intimidation and suppression will increase beyond the current terrible method.
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Darkness lost (daylight gained) since the winter solstice.
January 15, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Darkness lost (daylight gained) since the winter solstice.
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The ruling is a victory for Democrats in the state-by-state mid-decade redistricting battle that could help determine which party wins control of the U.S. House in 2026. https://to.pbs.org/4pEViXe
Federal judges allow California to use new U.S. House map ahead of 2026 midterms
The ruling is a victory for Democrats in the state-by-state mid-decade redistricting battle that could help determine which party wins control of the U.S. House in 2026.
www.pbs.org
January 15, 2026 at 7:01 PM
The ruling is a victory for Democrats in the state-by-state mid-decade redistricting battle that could help determine which party wins control of the U.S. House in 2026. https://to.pbs.org/4pEViXe
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Your regular reminder that there is no legal path from martial law to suspending elections in this country.
That doesn't mean there is no path. It just means that we need to reject the framing that the federal government has any legal authority to cease elections.
That doesn't mean there is no path. It just means that we need to reject the framing that the federal government has any legal authority to cease elections.
January 15, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Your regular reminder that there is no legal path from martial law to suspending elections in this country.
That doesn't mean there is no path. It just means that we need to reject the framing that the federal government has any legal authority to cease elections.
That doesn't mean there is no path. It just means that we need to reject the framing that the federal government has any legal authority to cease elections.
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"Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said Monday that her administration is acting to 'crack down on the out-of-state special interests that are pumping our state dry while Arizona families and farmers suffer.'" From @ianjames.bsky.social www.latimes.com/environment/...
Arizona draws a line on groundwater use after letting Saudi-owned company pump freely for years
Arizona's governor says the state will start limiting groundwater pumping in an area where a Saudi farm grows hay and aquifer levels are dropping.
www.latimes.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:47 PM
"Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said Monday that her administration is acting to 'crack down on the out-of-state special interests that are pumping our state dry while Arizona families and farmers suffer.'" From @ianjames.bsky.social www.latimes.com/environment/...
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Republicans Squirm as Trump DOJ’s Investigates Fed Chair
Sen. Tom Tillis has vowed to block any nominations to replace Jerome Powell, calling the probe a blow to the administration's "credibility."
Sen. Tom Tillis has vowed to block any nominations to replace Jerome Powell, calling the probe a blow to the administration's "credibility."
Republicans Squirm as Trump DOJ's Investigates Fed Chair
Prominent Republican lawmakers criticized the Justice Department's move to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
rollingstone.com
January 12, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Republicans Squirm as Trump DOJ’s Investigates Fed Chair
Sen. Tom Tillis has vowed to block any nominations to replace Jerome Powell, calling the probe a blow to the administration's "credibility."
Sen. Tom Tillis has vowed to block any nominations to replace Jerome Powell, calling the probe a blow to the administration's "credibility."
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Last year, we wrote about how the Trump Admin has undercut oversight, including how they've hollowed out federal agency watchdogs (known as inspector general offices).
Now we have new numbers from OPM revealing the extent of the IG staff cuts. 🧵
www.cbpp.org/research/fed...
Now we have new numbers from OPM revealing the extent of the IG staff cuts. 🧵
www.cbpp.org/research/fed...
Trump Administration’s Undercutting of Oversight Hurts Taxpayers and Beneficiaries
Since the start of President Trump’s second term in January, the Trump Administration has consistently sought to evade accountability. Last month, the President removed a Senate-confirmed Inspector Ge...
www.cbpp.org
January 12, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Last year, we wrote about how the Trump Admin has undercut oversight, including how they've hollowed out federal agency watchdogs (known as inspector general offices).
Now we have new numbers from OPM revealing the extent of the IG staff cuts. 🧵
www.cbpp.org/research/fed...
Now we have new numbers from OPM revealing the extent of the IG staff cuts. 🧵
www.cbpp.org/research/fed...
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The Trump administration's criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell appeared on Monday to be emboldening defenders of the U.S. central bank that the president wants to bring under his sway. https://to.pbs.org/3N9M4VD
DOJ investigation of Powell sparks backlash, support for Fed independence
The Trump administration’s criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, which Powell said was an attempt to exert more control over the Fed.
to.pbs.org
January 12, 2026 at 7:33 PM
The Trump administration's criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell appeared on Monday to be emboldening defenders of the U.S. central bank that the president wants to bring under his sway. https://to.pbs.org/3N9M4VD
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This is the only way to do it
BREAKING: Senator Mark Kelly sues Pete Hegseth, DOD, and others over Hegseth's censure of Kelly and effort to reduce his retirement grade, alleging violations of the First Amendment, due process, Speech & Debate Clause, and federal laws.
Kelly is represented by Arnold & Porter.
Kelly is represented by Arnold & Porter.
January 12, 2026 at 7:41 PM
This is the only way to do it
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EPA proposes to stop measuring benefits of environmental regulations, just industry costs.
Seat belts cost car companies money.
Pollution controls on coal plants cost utilities money.
Water quality standards cost industry money.
EPA says ignore the lives they save.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...
Seat belts cost car companies money.
Pollution controls on coal plants cost utilities money.
Water quality standards cost industry money.
EPA says ignore the lives they save.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...
E.P.A. to Stop Considering Lives Saved When Setting Rules on Air Pollution
www.nytimes.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:42 PM
EPA proposes to stop measuring benefits of environmental regulations, just industry costs.
Seat belts cost car companies money.
Pollution controls on coal plants cost utilities money.
Water quality standards cost industry money.
EPA says ignore the lives they save.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...
Seat belts cost car companies money.
Pollution controls on coal plants cost utilities money.
Water quality standards cost industry money.
EPA says ignore the lives they save.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...
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NEW: After an ICE officer fatally shot a Minneapolis mother, the Trump administration jumped to portray her as a "left-wing radical" who committed "an attack on the American people.” The rhetoric marks its latest attempt to pin violence on its political foes to intensify its crackdown on dissent.
Trump administration uses ICE shooting to threaten political retaliation
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
January 8, 2026 at 10:40 PM
NEW: After an ICE officer fatally shot a Minneapolis mother, the Trump administration jumped to portray her as a "left-wing radical" who committed "an attack on the American people.” The rhetoric marks its latest attempt to pin violence on its political foes to intensify its crackdown on dissent.
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Here's a longer video of this abduction: www.instagram.com/reels/DTQaHq...
Marco Nicholas on Instagram: "Ice on Central and Lowery Northeast abducting innocent people."
38 likes, 2 comments - eggfoott on January 8, 2026: "Ice on Central and Lowery Northeast abducting innocent people.".
www.instagram.com
January 8, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Here's a longer video of this abduction: www.instagram.com/reels/DTQaHq...
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In a remarkable rebuke of Republican leadership, the House passed legislation Thursday, 230-196, that would extend expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act. https://to.pbs.org/4pw2yVl
WATCH LIVE: House passes bill to extend ACA subsidies after GOP members help force vote
In a remarkable rebuke of Republican leadership, the House passed legislation Thursday, 230-196, that would extend expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care ...
www.pbs.org
January 8, 2026 at 10:50 PM
In a remarkable rebuke of Republican leadership, the House passed legislation Thursday, 230-196, that would extend expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act. https://to.pbs.org/4pw2yVl
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Post also has a detailed breakdown of the video that disputes the Trump administration claims on their home page. www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio...
Video shows ICE agent in Minneapolis fired at driver as vehicle veered past him
An analysis of video footage raises questions about claims by President Donald Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem about the fatal shooting in Minneapolis.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 8, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Post also has a detailed breakdown of the video that disputes the Trump administration claims on their home page. www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio...
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This breakdown confirms what anyone who looked at the video could see: that the DHS account was an obvious lie.
*The agent put was not in her path, was not in danger.
*He also fires *after* the car is moving away from him.
www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
*The agent put was not in her path, was not in danger.
*He also fires *after* the car is moving away from him.
www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
Video: Videos Contradict Trump Administration Account of ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
An analysis of footage from three camera angles show that the vehicle appears to be turning away from a federal officer as he opened fire.
www.nytimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 4:26 PM
This breakdown confirms what anyone who looked at the video could see: that the DHS account was an obvious lie.
*The agent put was not in her path, was not in danger.
*He also fires *after* the car is moving away from him.
www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
*The agent put was not in her path, was not in danger.
*He also fires *after* the car is moving away from him.
www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
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This is a HUGE WIN for the American people! Today, House Democrats forced a vote on a 3-year extension of the ACA healthcare credits to ensure millions of Americans don’t lose care. This is a big deal. Now on to the Senate!
January 8, 2026 at 11:04 PM
This is a HUGE WIN for the American people! Today, House Democrats forced a vote on a 3-year extension of the ACA healthcare credits to ensure millions of Americans don’t lose care. This is a big deal. Now on to the Senate!
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My column on Renee Nicole Good and the miserable, wretched souls trying to justify the actions of an ICE agent who shot her dead:
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
January 8, 2026 at 5:16 PM
My column on Renee Nicole Good and the miserable, wretched souls trying to justify the actions of an ICE agent who shot her dead:
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
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west coasters checking the news every morning
January 8, 2026 at 11:10 PM
west coasters checking the news every morning
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Why Greenland?
"Peter Thiel, who wants to set up crypto-empowered 'network states' on undeveloped territory, has invested in Praxis, a start-up that aims to do just that and which has scouted Greenland. Trump’s ambassador to Denmark, Ken Howery, was a co-founder with Thiel and Elon Musk of PayPal."
"Peter Thiel, who wants to set up crypto-empowered 'network states' on undeveloped territory, has invested in Praxis, a start-up that aims to do just that and which has scouted Greenland. Trump’s ambassador to Denmark, Ken Howery, was a co-founder with Thiel and Elon Musk of PayPal."
January 8, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Why Greenland?
"Peter Thiel, who wants to set up crypto-empowered 'network states' on undeveloped territory, has invested in Praxis, a start-up that aims to do just that and which has scouted Greenland. Trump’s ambassador to Denmark, Ken Howery, was a co-founder with Thiel and Elon Musk of PayPal."
"Peter Thiel, who wants to set up crypto-empowered 'network states' on undeveloped territory, has invested in Praxis, a start-up that aims to do just that and which has scouted Greenland. Trump’s ambassador to Denmark, Ken Howery, was a co-founder with Thiel and Elon Musk of PayPal."
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Oh my gosh you guys! The House just passed my bill to extend the health care tax credits for three more years!
January 8, 2026 at 10:39 PM
Oh my gosh you guys! The House just passed my bill to extend the health care tax credits for three more years!
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Speaking of the abuse of language
January 8, 2026 at 11:23 PM
Speaking of the abuse of language
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One reason I favor impeaching Noem is because it's a political process for a political problem. No, this will not stop ICE enforcement action but YES it would be an opportunity to educate the public about DHS & perhaps begin to lay a foundation for dismantling it.
January 8, 2026 at 10:38 PM
One reason I favor impeaching Noem is because it's a political process for a political problem. No, this will not stop ICE enforcement action but YES it would be an opportunity to educate the public about DHS & perhaps begin to lay a foundation for dismantling it.
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“There has been much discussion in recent years about the supposed scourge of ‘virtue signaling.’ But we could stand to spend more time discussing a related and increasingly pervasive phenomenon: vice signaling.”
@olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social on how the Trump administration is doing and what it means:
@olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social on how the Trump administration is doing and what it means:
Empire of Vice
In a perverse twist on virtue signaling, the Trump administration is training Americans in the politics of raw domination.
www.bostonreview.net
January 8, 2026 at 5:47 PM
“There has been much discussion in recent years about the supposed scourge of ‘virtue signaling.’ But we could stand to spend more time discussing a related and increasingly pervasive phenomenon: vice signaling.”
@olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social on how the Trump administration is doing and what it means:
@olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social on how the Trump administration is doing and what it means: