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Something is shifting. They are still breaking things and stealing things. And they will keep trying to break and to steal. But the propaganda magic around the oligarchical coup is fading. (1/2)

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“That is why Trumpists are so focused on “ending DEI” in the federal workforce. They see anti-discrimination and inclusion as a ladder of upward mobility for people they do not believe should have one.”

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“The United States has threatened to cut off Ukraine's access to Starlink satellite internet terminals if Kyiv does not reach a deal with the U.S. regarding critical mineral resources, Reuters reported on Feb. 21, citing three sources familiar with the negotiations.”

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The Atlantic writer Anne Applebaum says President Trump's dismantling of the U.S. civil service system, and his attacks on judges and his opponents, are part of a playbook on undermining democracy. 🎧 tinyurl.com/3w32xujf

submitted 2 days ago • 34 comments

This is climate arson, yes, but also the entire value proposition of Tesla, the reason for its insane stock price, is that it would end up the Amazon of electric cars: the only real game in town. Killing off non-Tesla electric car infrastructure is a gift to Musk.

submitted 17 hours ago • 438 comments

Pay attention to this. Replacing JAGs with loyalists enables whatever orders Trump and Hegseth issue to be interpreted as lawful.

submitted 15 hours ago • 372 comments

Our president is such a sullen bully. Massive credit to Governor Janet Mills for publicly standing up for her state, the law, and America. “I’ll see you in court” indeed!

submitted 13 hours ago • 43 comments

Always stand up to a bully

submitted 22 hours ago • 933 comments

“So Elon Musk killed this program for disabled kids (illegally) because it included the word ‘transition.’ It helps them to transition from high school to work.” H/T @palafo.bsky.social, who posted the above on another platform.

submitted 5 days ago • 349 comments

Fridays mean nothing anymore all days are equally tiresome now

submitted 1 day ago • 12 comments

yep

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No, but if you’re looking for one, I am aware of a guy you work with that was indicted four times and convicted of thirty-four felonies.

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indeed

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"Let’s focus on the global about-face, because however grievous the other depredations, they are, at least in theory, reversible. Abandoning world leadership is not." And focus we will. Your must-read of the day:

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We just published our first feed! Please share to amplify credible Black voices in national politics. #AddToBlacksky

submitted 16 days ago • 13 comments

my letter to my confederican senators

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Mitch McConnell is the new Neville Chamberlain. #DictatorDonald

submitted 2 days ago • 55 comments

Crockett: "Down in Alabama, who's broke. Down in Louisiana, who's broke. I can go through pretty much the entire south and tell you that they're broke and rely on a lot of welfare from the government. To be perfectly honest, it is tax dollars from these big blue states...we're in the find out phase"

submitted 2 days ago • 1346 comments

Trump lies that Ukraine would be the one who started the war. But the truth is, that Russia invaded Ukraine and they just defend themselves against the Russian invaders. This is why Congress needs to speak up. Everyone, not just Republicans. Democrats too. Why is this important? Because it

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Important 🧵: Stanford political scientist uses data to show DOGE is attacking “liberal” agencies, not focusing on waste & inefficiency: “The hardest hit agencies are those that regulate industry, protect public health, and expand access to education.”

submitted 2 days ago • 192 comments

He will burn down whatever he can, however he can Our systems of governance, rule of law, global alliances, even the Constitution. Consumed by vengeance and greed, he is the greatest threat to our Republic since its founding. We must meet this moment with the force of a thousand suns. Or perish.

submitted 2 days ago • 673 comments

A reminder, from February 25th, 2022:

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We are Americans. Fighting for freedom and democracy is who we are. What we do. My latest video presentation on the perilous political moment: www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/we-are-ame...

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The DOGE firings have nothing to do with “efficiency” or “cutting waste.” They’re a direct push to weaken federal agencies perceived as liberal. This was evident from the start, and now the data confirms it: targeted agencies overwhelmingly those seen as more left-leaning. 🧵⬇️

submitted 2 days ago • 241 comments

Chris Murphy: "My prediction is that if you vote for Kash Patel, more than any other confirmation vote you make, you will come to regret this one to your grave."

submitted 2 days ago • 737 comments

DOGE recommended firing workers at: -FDA, which oversees Neuralink -FAA, which oversees SpaceX -USAID, which probed Starlink -CFPB, which oversees Tesla's financing arm and a potential payment platform on X. "Conflict of interest" is a severe understatement.

submitted 2 days ago • 1214 comments

Never thought I would find myself in agreement with lying bigot Mike Pence on anything in any capacity ever, but here we are. It feels icky.

submitted 2 days ago • 130 comments