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roadflipper.bsky.social
I paint tunnels on cliff walls for coyotes. I'm a retired Tech Executive, Grandpa, Hubby, Golfer, NMSU Aggie, & Lifelong Dem. I love living in the high dez of Joshua Tree. Our mistake was to think we live in a better country than we actually do
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Just moments ago, I received this message from a female Ukrainian soldier. It made my eyes get damp. Please, every day of your life, post and express support for Ukraine, and nothing but condemnation for Putin. As you can see, our support…matters.

submitted 13 hours ago • 106 comments

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.

submitted 20 hours ago • 1703 comments

FYI @governor.ca.gov , we endorse this idea

submitted 1 hour ago • 0 comments

I endorse this message

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so, Zelensky should create a long-term alliance with China. China gets the majority of the goods in the long game. In the short game, Zelensky gets Chinese arms and soldiers. Perfect

submitted 2 hours ago • 0 comments

BREAKING — States attorneys general lead by @newyorkstateag.bsky.social were just granted a preliminary injunction in their case against DOGE. The team cannot access Treasury Department payment systems or data while the lawsuit proceeds. Major.

submitted 17 hours ago • 151 comments

So Chris, the problem with our majority is that only a tiny minority of us actually do anything. What we need is a fully mobilized majority. I'll take heart when I see a leader who has figured this out

submitted 2 hours ago • 0 comments

Some good news

submitted 16 hours ago • 0 comments

see what I mean @therealjackhopkins.bsky.social ? this is "tone deaf"

submitted 18 hours ago • 0 comments

this is how you doe it @fetterman.senate.gov , get it yet?

submitted 23 hours ago • 1 comment