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Estranged Catholic. retired pediatrician. Lover of animals and books. Believer in democracy. Currently maladapting to dystopia.
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When the U.S. Nazi Party says they’re cutting mandatory spending, they’re talking about slashing Medicare, Social Security, Medicaid, and paying less on the national debt. These programs are funded by our tax dollars- they’re not handouts. Cutting them is the same as taking money out of your pocket

Word of the day: Praetorianism (noun) prae·​to·​ri·​an·​ism Excessive influence or control of the military over civil government, often leading to political instability or authoritarian rule. The term derives from the Praetorian Guard in ancient Rome, known for its power to make emperors.

An impressive proportion of people prefer to belittle what they do not understand. Curiosity and the desire to learn are undoubtedly essential qualities in fostering the determination and resilience required to overcome challenges.

Call to Action: Nationwide General Strike incoming. At least 11 million people are needed to pledge, that's nearly 3.5% of the US population. When the number hits 11 million it's time to strike. Spread widely. Take the pledge today: generalstrikeus.com #3E #GSUS #USprotests

💯 THIS. Help one another. It doesn't have to be a grand gesture, little things matter. A few little things can add up to a big positive change. Organize with others in your community, work, school whatever who also care and want to help. Support the people affected and be a compassionate listener.

I repeat, if you or a loved one was recently fired from the federal government during your probationary period, and the reason you were given was poor performance, please reach out to us at www.centerforemploymentjustice.com. We have a plan and may be able to help you.

Folks, here is what I now believe we should demand from our lawmakers. You already know what I'm about to say next because you've felt it in your bones for a long time: Trump MUST be removed from the Oval Office and thrown in prison. Elon too.

This is no different from the firings of people responsible for the safety of nuclear weapons. www.thedailybeast.com/usda-mistake...

To be fair, he’s never actually read it himself.

let's just keep normalizing psychopaths by misrepresenting corruption as incompetence

Since it’s almost women’s history month & it’s likely the last one we have can we not spend march draped in pink talking about dumb shit like mentoring or giving flowers can we talk about real shit like never sharing finances with a man or making sure the property is in your name only

Racist 💥🖕

BREAKING: USAID contractors/aid recipients say Secretary Rubio and USAID leader Peter Marocco should be held in civil contempt for violating a court order to lift spending freeze.

Democratic leaders: I think it's abundantly clear at this point that simply going along to get along ain't gonna work. Trying to negotiate ain't gonna work. Being collegial ain't gonna work. What you're doing right now isn't working. Take your gloves off and punch back. Hard.

What the actual fuck?! America, it’s time to rise. When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty!

FACTS! #dei #blackout #democracyfighters

Hey Republicans who “love” fake agency DOGE:

The root that tears apart your foundation begins as a seed of distrust, hate, and blame. The seed that grew into a dictatorship in Europe didn’t arrive overnight. It started with everyday Germans mad about inflation and looking for someone to blame.

Imagine being rich enough to do anything you want and choosing to take food and medicine from starving children to give yourself even more money.

I am part of the 25%. The lifestyle change is worth it. This is the way…

the “make america healthy again” agenda appears to be an elaborate op conjured up by sentient strains of listeria and salmonella www.nytimes.com/2025/02/18/u...

Congressmen when they are asked if they will cut THEIR budgets and lay off staff as well:

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