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I publish TheAmericanLeader.org, a news reference resource that spotlights and connects the diffuse ideas, knowledge, and aspirations needed to address the nation’s systemic problems – because solving those problems is how we sustain our democracy.
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One of the first articles we published has never been more relevant:"The growth of the federal government is largely the story of how, at different times in our history, different systemic problems emerged that could not be fixed by market forces or state and local governments alone." bit.ly/3Vf1tVt

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Definitely worth a read 👓👇 "To understand the size and scope of today’s federal government and the responsibilities it has undertaken, it might be best to think about American democracy as a grand, collective do-it-yourself project." #DemocracyMatters #Democrats #BlueCrew

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In Trumpworld, Glenn Kessler says “transparent” means opaque, “free speech” means censorship, and “fraud and abuse” mean things we don’t like. I would add “efficiency” means indiscriminate destruction and “peace” (as in Ukraine) means defeat.

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We are in deep for the long haul. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...

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Long-time Independent Angus King speaks directly and on point. Who will guard the guardians if not his colleagues who took an oath to serve and uphold the Constitution. youtu.be/2K-opkJsOEw?...

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Everyone, no matter your political affiliation, should be worried that the systems containing your personal identity and financial information are being compromised. www.wired.com/story/elon-m...

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It took all of *one week* before top Republican donors pivoted to the real prize of Trump’s election: the prospect of extending Trump’s tax breaks for the ultrawealthy. It was never about lowering prices. It was always about lining the pockets of Trump’s donors.

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Pardoning the Jan. 6 insurrectionists shows a disregard for law and order and a disrespect, even contempt, for the victims of that day and their families.

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The ACLU opposes the TikTok ban just upheld by the Supreme Court and is urging the Biden administration to repeal the law or not enforce it. Using "national security" as a reason to shutdown a platform of free speech sets a bad precedent that could have all-too-imaginable consequences under Trump.

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Biden continues to promote a democracy that supports all its people, recalling the role of Frances Perkins in FDR's cabinet: 1st woman in line of succession; wouldn't accept the position unless FDR agreed to insurance for elderly & unemployed, a minimum wage, and more. She made the New Deal.

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We're talking about presidential overreach here as California readies to defend its efforts to reduce its dependency on fossil fuels. #ClimateChange #Democracy

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Yes, good advice, but also look beyond the daily newsfeeds of sources like @jenrubin.bsky.social's paper and instead seek more historical and analytical context to understand the day's events and be unrelenting in demanding progress on the critical issues of our time.

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It doesn't take long for a little bit of the spotlight to attract the bloodsuckers. www.technologyreview.com/2024/12/11/1...

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“Behind closed doors, people think she might be compromised. Like it’s not hyperbole,” the aide continued. “There are members of our conference who think she’s a [Russian] asset.” thehill.com/homenews/sen...

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As the Trump team celebrates their pending dismantling of the federal government, it is useful to remember they face a major obstacle, which is "many agencies and their programs continue to perform the vital functions for which they were created."

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Whether or not you agree with Biden's decision to pardon his son, William Kristol put it in perspective: the Biden pardon will be "a footnote in the text books. The next 4 years of Trump, by contrast, will constitute an important chapter in American history, one which will put us all to the test."

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The author brings up important ethical concerns but nothing about the ethics of AI agents taking away human jobs. Where is that discussion happening? www.technologyreview.com/2024/11/26/1...

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Go Grok! Thanks to The Week for this bit of AI integrity:

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To anyone who doubted Trump meant what he said, it's time to start believing..

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This is how the guardrails can fail. nonprofitquarterly.org/hr-9495-bill...

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Some illuminating and empowering words from Bhikkhu Bodhi, offering an engaged Buddhist perspective on our current situation that can speak to anyone interested in liberation personally and collectively. www.lionsroar.com/its-no-time-...

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As we emerge from the fog of knowing that half of our countrymen chose a liar, convicted felon, insurrectionist, and ally to foreign dictators to run the government, it’s natural to ask the question: How did this happen?

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Want to have a bunch of little AI "you"s running around making decisions for you? "Ultimately the future"? No thank you.

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