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Democrat, husband, cat dad, atheist, and just a regular guy who doesn't see empathy as weakness.
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Canada held a solidarity rally in support of Ukraine against the fascist Russian invasion and the unsurprising US betrayal. Scenes from Montreal. #3E #EndImpunity #EndOligarchy #StandWithUkraine

“If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing.” A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.

Nearly 7,000 pharmacies have closed since 2019, with more at risk. Pharmacy benefit managers slash reimbursement rates, forcing pharmacists to operate on thin margins—or at a loss. Here’s what pharmacists have to say: #healthcare #benefits 🩺

Worst. Episode. EVER.

Constituent: When will you stand up to them and say that is enough? Rep. Fitzgerald: The end result of the fraud and abuse that has been discovered Crowd: Booo

So let's get this straight: The U.S. and Elon are now extorting Ukraine and threatening to turn off their Starlink Internet access unless they give their critical rare earth minerals to the United States? Staggering levels of corruption.

Amy Paris, a transgender official who worked at the highest levels of the federal government, suspects her termination was politically motivated.

"Why is the media so against cutting waste, fraud and abuse from the government? I don't get it."

With a measles outbreak growing in West Texas, and cases popping up across the country, experts say vaccination is your best protection. And it's not just for kids. Some adults may need a booster.

As Trump sets about putting together a tapestry of harsh new immigration laws, not everyone needs to imagine the consequences. Some Americans have actually lived through them. And it wasn't great for anyone. The latest Huddled Masses from @adriancarrasquillo.bsky.social:

The White House posted their Trump “King” image to Instagram as well.

Remember: politicians work for YOU. Don’t let them forget that.

"I have heard anger, confusion, and disbelief that the United States would abandon its programs and promises. What does it say to host countries when we don’t honor our commitments?" They know. Nancy Clair on the human cost of the USAID shutdown:

Musk is so predictably petty.

Donald Trump continues to play second fiddle in his own administration.

Arresting someone for calling you fascist seems an excellent approach to proving their point.

"Let's tone down the rhetoric and sign the economic opportunity."