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phil-jet.bsky.social
American. Californian. My posts/reposts are usually just useful resources for the 'current political atmosphere', for anyone interested.
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I know not everyone can keep up with all the grant terminations, but it’s important to know what we’re losing so I’ll try to compile them here. First is a study on intimate partner violence with perinatal women (note: the #1 cause of death during pregnancy is homicide) bsky.app/profile/rebe...

submitted 1 day ago • 13 comments

I’ve seen a lot of assumptions in the media that Trump (and Musk) are targeting institutions with loyalty tests. But that’s not quite right. They’re using dominance tests. And the difference between these two things matter. 🧵

submitted 16 days ago • 22 comments

You're entitled to your own opinions in your head. But if you choose to express them out loud, it's your responsibility to: (1) Ground them in logic and facts (2) Explain your reasoning to others (3) Change them when better evidence emerges

submitted 4 days ago • 5 comments

It's impossible to please everyone. The question is whether you're disappointing the right people. Part of setting healthy boundaries is deciding who you're willing to let down.

submitted 63 days ago • 9 comments

I wrote a book about bureaucratic violence and if there’s one thing I wish everyone knew right now, it would be: The people most harmed can’t tell what’s happening or why. Their lives unravel and, more often than not, they are taught to blame themselves—or other victims.

submitted 1 day ago • 73 comments

We discuss techniques for deprogramming MAGA Trump supporters. We publish this episode with the understanding that this is not something that everybody will be able to do, but that those who deem it prudent should follow this advice. #deconstruction #exfundie #exmaga #politics #musk #doge #cult

submitted 13 days ago • 2 comments

We MUST overturn Citizens United if we want to bring power back to the people. Corporate donors have controlled our government for too long. It's time to work on taking it back. Check out our mission statement. Know that we can't make it happen without your help! #politicalrevolution #grassroots

submitted 1 day ago • 11 comments

Trump’s Greenland obsession is just one example of how cult-like tactics shape political movements. Understanding these patterns helps us recognize manipulation and reclaim critical thinking. Want to learn more about how Trump uses cult tactics? Click here freedomofmind.com/the-cult-of-...

submitted 2 days ago • 1 comment

#ICYMI, here's my segment from this morning's @c-span.bsky.social Washington Journal on the current and historical role of the courts in checking the executive branch—and the essential value of due process to ensuring that ours is a government of laws and not of men: www.c-span.org/program/wash...

submitted 2 days ago • 7 comments

A few more reasons for nauseous optimism this week. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/my-last-reason-for-nauseous-optimism

submitted 2 days ago • 48 comments

Over at @lawfare.bsky.social, I compile the Trump administration's arguments related to Article II. The list is quite long and makes it clear that Trump does not perceive Article II as an "empty vessel." (Sorry @jdmortenson.bsky.social). www.lawfaremedia.org/article/the-...

submitted 3 days ago • 5 comments

Fact-checking and debunking myths almost always spreads the disinformation we are trying to defeat! They trick us into delivering their messages beyond their media bubble. Here is how that works, how to stop doing it, and what to do instead! reframingamerica.substack.com/p/do-not-ass...

submitted 12 days ago • 3 comments

(1) If it’s a statutory challenge: convince Congress to pass a law. (2) If it’s a constitutional challenge: try to amend the Constitution. (3) If that fails: rally voters to elect politicians to do (1) and/or (2). (4) If that also fails: question whether he is wildly popular.

submitted 4 days ago • 254 comments

I offer you these reasons for very modest hope not because I want you to deny the awfulness of what’s occurring, but because I want you to see we are not necessarily doomed. Here’s this week’s summary of 10 reasons for very modest optimism. robertreich.substack.com/p/even-more-...

submitted 9 days ago • 98 comments

I want to share with you three rules for fighting tyrannical fear and intimidation, gleaned from discussions I’ve had with a number of people who have lived in repressive regimes. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/how-to-respond-to-fear-and-intimidation

submitted 6 days ago • 171 comments

DOs and DON'Ts for talking to a loved one in a cult. The way you communicate can either open doors or shut them. Avoid direct attacks, ultimatums, and logical “debates.” The goal is not to "win." This topic will be the subject of a deep dive on Substack - so make sure to subscribe and stay tuned!

submitted 7 days ago • 7 comments

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submitted 7 days ago • 541 comments

A while back, I wrote a thread about the federal courts' authority to have other people enforce their orders if Trump unlawfully directs the marshals not to do so. Here's a longer write-up of the argument; many thanks to @democracydocket.com for publishing it!

submitted 9 days ago • 0 comments

These are the members of the Senate Democratic caucus who just voted to pass the GOP's Trump-backed budget bill, along with the year that they next go before voters—including primary voters.

submitted 9 days ago • 46 comments