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dickpurdy.bsky.social

Very happily retired Irishman. Lives in Brisbane, Australia. Politically left leaning. Love walking my dogs. If people were more like dogs the world would be a better place. Be nice. Please no DMs. Re-posts are not necessarily endorsements.

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In 3225 years, life on earth will be either really good or really bad. It’s 5050.

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I often find myself curiously pondering what thoughts might cross the minds of passersby strolling down the street beside our house, separated as they are by a sturdy six-foot fence, when they suddenly hear the rather unusual and startling exclamation, “Henry, don’t drink your sister’s piss!”

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My beautiful girl…

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Sending heartfelt thoughts to President Biden and his family during this challenging time. Wishing him strength, resilience, and a swift recovery. His courage inspires us all. 💙

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The arsonist is posing as a firefighter.

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To overcome our challenges, we must fight ignorance with knowledge, hate with understanding, and apathy with engagement.

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I think about this comic at least once a week

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Why did the new Pope start hosting Sunday BBQs at the Vatican? Because he wanted to make sure the faithful got a taste of soul food. I'll get my coat...

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If Laura Loony is critical of the new Pope, I guess they must have made the right choice. #whitesmoke #Pope

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After Labor's historic win in the Australian federal election I am happy to call time on my fledgling career as a Peter Dutton impersonator. #AusVotes2025 #Auspol2025 #auspol #ALP

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How does laying off FDA an this "make America health again"? Cartoon by Dennis Goris.

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Australian Labor Party landslide victory in the federal election. This is a repudiation of Trumpian politics and culture war nonsense. It is a victory for decency and empathy. #auspol

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Sky News Australia this morning blaming the LNP thumping defeat on what they perceive to be their weak performance on culture war issues. They think they should have aligned themselves with Trump. They really are out of touch.

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I love Australia. #election2025

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Mike Waltz, the classic career leap—from briefing security threats to navigating diplomatic headaches. Seems like a natural progression for someone well-versed in damage control.

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Coming this Christmas - the Stephen Miller Baby Doll that cries when it sees diversity and screams when it detects empathy.

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Just on Laurence O'Donnell - Donny "2 dolls" 🤣🤣🤣🤣

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Feels more like 100 weeks than 100 days. #100days

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Australian PM Anthony Albanese in election winning performance at the National Press Club. Three days to go.

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@maddow.msnbc.com is on fire tonight.

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Mark Carney/Liberals win Canadian election. 🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦

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Best post today 👇

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Katie Phang’s last show on MSNBC. I am sorry to see her go.

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First rule of introvert club: there is no introvert club. Thank goodness.

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Compassion is a virtue, not a flaw.

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Two headlines in the New York Times today.

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Instead of going to Starbucks this morning I brewed my own coffee, shouted someone else’s name, and set a $5 bill on fire.

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"We the People"... apparently include a whole bunch of people who skipped the "read the instructions" part of the manual. 🇺🇸

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In 3225 years, life on earth will be either really good or really bad. It’s 5050.

substack.com/@dickpurdy/n...

My beautiful girl…

Sending heartfelt thoughts to President Biden and his family during this challenging time. Wishing him strength, resilience, and a swift recovery. His courage inspires us all. 💙

The arsonist is posing as a firefighter.

To overcome our challenges, we must fight ignorance with knowledge, hate with understanding, and apathy with engagement.

I think about this comic at least once a week

Why did the new Pope start hosting Sunday BBQs at the Vatican? Because he wanted to make sure the faithful got a taste of soul food. I'll get my coat...

If Laura Loony is critical of the new Pope, I guess they must have made the right choice. #whitesmoke #Pope

After Labor's historic win in the Australian federal election I am happy to call time on my fledgling career as a Peter Dutton impersonator. #AusVotes2025 #Auspol2025 #auspol #ALP

How does laying off FDA an this "make America health again"? Cartoon by Dennis Goris.

Australian Labor Party landslide victory in the federal election. This is a repudiation of Trumpian politics and culture war nonsense. It is a victory for decency and empathy. #auspol

Sky News Australia this morning blaming the LNP thumping defeat on what they perceive to be their weak performance on culture war issues. They think they should have aligned themselves with Trump. They really are out of touch.

I love Australia. #election2025

Mike Waltz, the classic career leap—from briefing security threats to navigating diplomatic headaches. Seems like a natural progression for someone well-versed in damage control.

Coming this Christmas - the Stephen Miller Baby Doll that cries when it sees diversity and screams when it detects empathy.

Just on Laurence O'Donnell - Donny "2 dolls" 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Feels more like 100 weeks than 100 days. #100days

Australian PM Anthony Albanese in election winning performance at the National Press Club. Three days to go.

@maddow.msnbc.com is on fire tonight.

Mark Carney/Liberals win Canadian election. 🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦

Best post today 👇

Katie Phang’s last show on MSNBC. I am sorry to see her go.

🤣🤣🤣🤣

First rule of introvert club: there is no introvert club. Thank goodness.

Compassion is a virtue, not a flaw.

Two headlines in the New York Times today.

Instead of going to Starbucks this morning I brewed my own coffee, shouted someone else’s name, and set a $5 bill on fire.

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"We the People"... apparently include a whole bunch of people who skipped the "read the instructions" part of the manual. 🇺🇸

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Old North Church in Boston last night on the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's ride.

CARTOON OF THE DAY (from @BennettCartoons ) 🇺🇸 😕

Cockwomble

Just got up. Is America great again yet?

This 👇