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Since the abuses of the Nixon administration, access to IRS data has been sharply restricted That’s why it’s so shocking that access is being sought for Musk‘s DOGE I discussed @insidewithpsaki.msnbc.com 👇

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Planes didn't crash when this guy ran things.

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I'm not a tech guy. I couldn't hack a mousetrap. However, I can imagine Musk wanting every American's tax records, going back,forever so when they need a reason to shut you the fuck up, BOOM some kind of Trumped up (literally") tax crime...they just happen to use to throw your ass in prison.

submitted 5 days ago • 127 comments

Hackers have illegally accessed our most private information and only half of America seems to care.

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This is what our Transportation Secretary was doing yesterday as planes are crashing on a near-daily basis. I cannot remember a more dangerous time to fly and yet this reality TV actor-turned-Cabinet Secretary is busy watching cars drive laps at the Daytona 500.

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It is important to celebrate the wins when we get them.🥳 President Donald Trump’s administration halted defunding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, after Democracy Forward, on behalf of the city of Baltimore and a nonprofit, filed a lawsuit. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

submitted 7 days ago • 227 comments

Cancel all of their contracts.

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And on FOX NEWS, no less.

submitted 7 days ago • 1246 comments

The irony of the richest man in the world almost single-handedly destroying an agency designed to help the world’s poor, so that the U.S. federal budget has more room for another giant tax cut for the richest man in the world and his pals, should not be lost on anyone. [Cartoon by Mike Luckovich]

submitted 7 days ago • 941 comments

One of the best videos you'll ever see The US Army blowing up a swastika in occupied Germany, 1945

submitted 8 days ago • 55 comments

Spot on.

submitted 8 days ago • 1550 comments

Everyone hopefully gets why federal judges have lifetime appointments now, right?

submitted 8 days ago • 13 comments

Don’t buy stuff on February 28. Money’s the only thing these dicks understand. #resist

submitted 7 days ago • 2780 comments

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submitted 8 days ago • 7 comments

“We must especially beware of that small group of selfish men who would clip the wings of the American eagle in order to feather their own nests.” -FDR, 1941

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I founded Democracy Docket five years ago to help keep you informed about what is happening to democracy in court. Now, with a team of 17, its work is more vital than ever. Sign-up today. www.democracydocket.com/me-subscribe...

submitted 12 days ago • 95 comments

Canada and Greenland, their total land area is 12,151,000 km² (4,691,000 mi²)—making them about 1.24 times the size of the U.S., but sure, let’s carve them into two states while they still dwarf his ass.

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WATCH: Senator Chris Van Hollen reveals DOGE: 1 - They IMMEDIATELY fired all Inspector Generals at each Government Agency. They protect against fraud, waste & abuse. 2. Fire merit based employees and bring in political CRONIES. 3. Takeover ALL agencies to work for the RICH! WE MUST ALL SPEAK UP!

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Fact Sheets: The Harmful Effects of Project 2025, by State - Center for American Progress rcooley123.wordpress.com/2024/08/06/f...

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Google has just removed Pride Month and Black History Month from the calendar app. This comes as they obeyed Trump by changing the Gulf of Mexico’s name to “Gulf of America.” L

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When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty.

submitted 12 days ago • 638 comments

He's not only a psychopath, pathological liar, and a cheat just like the Orange Turd...he's also a threat to freedom, democracy and our National Security. He's also a repugnant piece of shit. Not one voted for this treasonous fck.

submitted 13 days ago • 40 comments

This man is dangerous to the world. No, not because of this alone; there's a deeply concerning pattern here. Do I think he is thinking in terms of "World" domination? Maybe not in those exact words/thoughts...but what do you think? He wants to control everything. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/10/t...

submitted 12 days ago • 224 comments

Is there anyone out there that is mapping any delayed or cancelled federal payments ? Would be really interesting to see which towns and cities are going to be hit

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NEW: Two planes crash on the runway at Scottsdale Airport. At least one person has died after an aircraft crash on the runway Monday at the Scottsdale Airport. Three other people onboard the plane have been taken to hospitals for treatment of their injuries. 🔗 www.abc15.com/news/region-...

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👀 DOJ acknowledges making two significant errors during a court hearing last week on efforts to dismantle USAID 1) It said only 500 employees had been placed on leave. Actual number was 2,140. 2) Said only future contracts were stopped. Existing contracts were also stopped.

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Yet another fatal crash…. wgntv.com/news/nationa...

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We have one simple message: Elon Musk, keep your hands off of our Social Security! - Chris Van Hollen

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“Trump’s high-dollar lawsuits go … beyond harassment. They’re part of a mob-style protection racket. Corporate-owned media are being pressured to pay an extremely powerful newsmaker to dissuade him from using the government against them.” My Stop the Presses newsletter.

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“.. a pause in enforcement to better understand how to streamline the [Foreign Corrupt Practices Act] to make sure it’s in line with economic interests ..”

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45 has imposed 25 % tariffs on steal and aluminum , he's killing the industry and the price of all goods made with them will sky rocket.

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Please watch this amazing press conference that was held by Senator Van Hollen & Alsobrooks today at the Social Security building in DC to fight for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid! I hope you will find this inspirational & motivational. We all need to fight. www.youtube.com/live/2JxalA_...

submitted 12 days ago • 48 comments

Facts are facts. This is a fact. It's not a feeling. It can be proved.

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Andy Kim says he is "open to it". Call and let him know. NO DEM VOTES SHOULD BE A GIVEN! “For the last two years, needed Democratic votes for every single continuing resolution, and they should not count on that this time." - Andy Kim

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Elon Musk’s operatives were granted full access to sensitive consumer financial data before abruptly shutting down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. 1/2

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I'm making the rounds at the DNC and everyone is excited for this race. We're here to make this a national race, to get everyone on board. This is going to be a huge win, and it will stand as a victory for all of us.

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Tonight, our campaign’s victory belongs to the thousands of Floridians who believe we can make things better. I’ve seen firsthand the struggles families across our communities face every day. Whether you’re an Independent, Democrat, or Republican, you’re my neighbor, and I will fight for you.

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This starts GayforCongress 2.0! I am the Democratic nominee who ran against Matt Gaetz, and lost, on Nov. 5th, only for him to resign 9 days later so ethics investigation into sex crimes would go away or perhaps AG! My focus remains the same-The people of FL's 1st. Gayforcongress.com

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6. Beware of false attacks Bondi is an election denier. Patel has an enemies list. Trump has promised retribution. When a Trump foe is under investigation, be skeptical. When you read leaks against pro-democracy leaders, consider that it may be part of an effort to discredit their work.

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