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May 4th 1970 Kent state massacre. 4 students killed by National Guard for protesting Vietnam War. Crosby Stills and Nash, "Ohio" will go down as one of the greatest protest songs in history. I'm wondering what song will go down in this era of hate in our government against dismantling democracy.

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Now for the story on my latest painting! Here is the compelling tale about Rockwell's painting and my additions to the painting behind my painting... vritchey.substack.com/p/whitewash

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What's up? Bastian says Good Morning.

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Looking for interesting commentary that combines Art and what affects us? That feeling when the normal starts to feel... wrong. My new story, "A Walk into the Shadows," captures that creeping sense of dread as our world unravels. Tap the link to experience it: vritchey.substack.com/p/a-walk-int...

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Just our family! Bastian is so loved... he's the one with fur. Love the other one too. One great family.

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L'État, C'est Moi, "The State is Me," reflects on the parallels of Authoritarian states to the actions we see today. Please read my latest article and subscribe to receive all my commentaries! You can also share this article on your Social Media (I need more subscribers)! vritchey.substack.com

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I guess they're really "owning the libs" now.

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"This is not a left or right moment. It is a right or wrong moment." -- Senator Cory Booker, today

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Time doesn’t just pass—it transforms. In my latest post I reflect on the shifting tides of change. From past to present, how have these changes shaped the world we live in today? And more importantly—how have they shaped you? vritchey.substack.com/p/changes-th... #History #Change #Substack

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“Illegal immigrant” was their first success. Now comes “Illegal boycott” “Illegal protest” “Illegal votes” “Illegal posts” Until the “illegal” is you. #3E

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With my next set of paintings started, you know what that means. The painting I've been working on for 9 months is completed! But before the reveal, I wanted to get this set out there. As a lot of you know, I'm a huge fan and its a wonder I haven't done these by now. Do you know who this is?

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History repeats itself—but are we paying attention? In my latest piece, I explore the cyclical nature of politics and what the past can teach us about the present. 📖 Read it here: open.substack.com/pub/vritchey... 🗣️ Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️ #HistoryRepeats #NewArticle #Substack

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The mess being that they along with their donors were held accountable. Now its just free rein for them to do whatever they want while enriching themselves.

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Donald Trump was the first president in a century to preside over net jobs loss during his first term and unsurprisingly he's picking right up where he left off. Congrats, America.

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Oh so this was the red wave y’all were talking about

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The markets are crashing, we can't afford eggs anymore, the economy is shrinking, our allies are abandoning us... But we'll always have the Gulf of America.

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Being able to drop a quarterly US GDP prediction by 5.1% from +2.3% to -2.8% in a single week is one of the most impressive economic developments in the history of the world.

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Holy shit, that’s bad. Makes sense why they’re trying to exclude government spending to GDP to fudge the numbers.

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I stand with Ukraine

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That’s right. 🇺🇦

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In an increasingly unpredictable world, is chaos the new order? In my latest post, I dive into shifting patterns of disorder, uncertainty, historical perspectives, and the impact on Democracy. 🔗 Read it here, An Artist with an Attitude: vritchey.substack.com/p/chaos-the-...

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So increasing the minimum wage to a livable wage is “socialism”? But Amazon union busting, keeping wages low, and forcing workers onto public assistance while its founder increases his net worth by $7.9M an hour is the "free market"? Perhaps this could be a WaPo opinion piece.

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New post ready to read, "Let Them Eat Potatoes". Subscribe and Share. vritchey.substack.com/p/let-them-e... #substack #substacknewsletter #substackwriter #artistsoninstagram #politicalart

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Time to start practicing Voodoo

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That kid heard something. Tell me this election wasnt rigged. www.threads.net/@salt_baer/p...

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Putting RFK Jr in charge of our nation’s health is like putting Jeffrey Epstein in charge of child safety.

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Next Article ready for your reading pleasure. Subscribe and Share. Help me grow my audience. Artist with an Attitude. vritchey.substack.com/p/push-back-...

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Reagan knew about MAGA in the past.

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What could possibly go wrong.

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Just like the first time around when he caused millions to die from covid...hes beginning his 2nd week by causing people to die. And the lie about it.

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More ways than one

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New post on my Substack. Its was a horrible first week and the second week isnt any better.

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Kamala Harris: NO NEW TAXES on anyone earning under $400,000. Trump: HIGHER TAXES on everyone earning under $360,000. See the difference? 👀

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It was always the plan...

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Just a reminder..

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So far today, we have: - withdrawn from Paris Climate agreement - announced 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada starting February 1 - withdrawn from World Health Organization This is the “stability” you voted for, MAGA?

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