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Songwriter. Poet. Mercy is good, actually. “In the dark times Will there also be singing? Yes, there will also be singing. About the dark times.” - Bertolt Brecht
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Seeking increased government efficiency—with subject-matter experts and forensic accountants and care with downstream impacts—would have been a legitimate policy program. The ritual humiliation of our countless dedicated public servants is unnecessary, cruel, and indecent.

Government is us working for us.

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Brought some little friends home from the nursery. Big pot will also hold Cannellini beans like the ones in my salad.

Ukraine, yes; Russia, no. 🇺🇦

🧵Trump has proposed placing the USPS under the Commerce Department to address its financial challenges, potentially leading to privatization. This move could impact mail delivery, including ballots, and may require Congressional approval. Critics, including postal unions, oppose the change. REPOST

One good thing.

China and Russia are watching.

Incredible.

Huge.

We just won a court order stopping DOGE and unauthorized, unelected, and unvetted individuals like Elon Musk from accessing people's private data and blocking federal funds. We will keep fighting to protect all Americans from this administration’s destruction.

The firing of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs without any cause is despicable.

Dear World, We’re sorry about the Boor and the Boer in the White House. We’re resisting as fast as we can.

So. It has officially happened. I have been officially let go from my position at CDC. I wasn’t a probationary employee. I had stellar performance reviews every year. I’ll be ok. But please understand that many worked HARD to get into these positions and were doing great public health work.

You’re about to hear all kinds of things about a bill called the SAVE Act.  Congressional Republicans are using it as a cover to take away voting rights from thousands of Americans—all while claiming it’s about stopping non-citizens from voting. 5 things to know 🧵👇🏻

X is now operating as a criminal enterprise shielded from consequences by connections with the President. 🎁:

Truth

One month in and the government is undergoing an unscheduled rapid disassembly. Brought to you by the maker of exploding cars and rockets. Actually, it’s right on (their) schedule. Project 2025 is already more than 30% complete. Carry on.