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Did you know? The word “trumpery” appeared in the 15th century with the meanings “deceit” or “fraud”. 100 years later, it was being applied to objects of little or no value. Then in the 1900’s, it came to mean “showy but worthless”. — Today, it is equated with “fascist shit”.

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Kier Starmer just asked why the takeover of the Scunthorpe steelworks, being discussed by Westminster tomorrow, wasn't an option for Port Talbot last year. He ignored the question and didn't answer. I can't describe how angry I feel. Plaid Cymru called for Port Talbot to be nationalised. Ignored...

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Newspapers are like: 'It's noon in the Saskatchewan Bagel & Shake when Madison Fouct catches my eye. Standing 5'11 in rollerblades, the heiress cuts a striking figure. Better known for her fiery social media output, Madison orders a glass of raw water.' For Christ's sake get to the racism.

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Amazing result for Haringey Greens Big @greenparty.org.uk win from Labour in David Lammy constituency Huge congratulations to Cllr Ruairidh Paton and everyone involved in this dynamic breakthrough campaign

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Fehler! ⚠️ … Ein häufiger #Fehler: „Von sich auf andere zu schließen.“ Wenn dein #Menschenbild negativ ist, beschleunigst du damit die #Entropie. Und weißt du, was dann passiert? Alles stirbt. Alles! Sei ein Mensch! #Humanismus ist die Basis von allem. I bet for it! 🖖

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Still Winning: Head of European Central Bank ( ECB) wants EU to ditch Visa, MasterCard, PayPal and Alipay that are all controlled by American or Chinese companies,” she noted, arguing for European financial de-coupling and independence.

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Retweet if you think Michael Gove should be handed a sentence rather than a peerage.

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I no longer want to hear about corruption in Russia, China, Iran, North Korea or Venezuela, England is the cradle of corruption. London or one of the country’s overseas colonies is where the world launders its illicit money. This country wrote the guidelines on corruption, then sold it to the world.

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Called my congressman who voted for the SAVE act. Me: What documents will I need to vote if this passes? Staffer: a DL and birth certificate. Me: The documents don’t match Staffer: Then a marriage certificate. Me: Will my husband need the marriage certificate too? Staffer: No Me: See the problem?

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"We were so poor, our house only had two bedrooms." "We were so poor, we lived in an outside toilet." "We were so poor, we had to live on a long bike..."

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There are always so many wonderful observations in Pecksniff's Diary that would make superb quotes in the future history books. Why witter on for a full chapter when phrases like "the Del Boys of Europe" sums it up so succinctly?

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He should be charged put on trial and imprisoned for industrial scale fraud He and his cronies should personally repay all lost monies They did it in Iceland with their bankers and politicians after the 2008 crash We bailed out banks out and gave them interest-free loans FFS! What is up with ppl?

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My favourite biographer and The Nightmare that will forever creep me out. Professor Yorston's videos are informative and visually stunning, with the twist of the subject's psychology thrown in for good measure. 🥰 www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNAa...

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A third, culminating report on the Trump-El Salvador Scandal—as massive and fully sourced as the first two—is coming to PROOF on Sunday or Monday. I want it out when Bukele arrives in D.C. on Monday. All told, PROOF will have published almost a whole book on this. Stay tuned. Subscribe below:

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The blood pressure machine at the hospital yesterday was a trinket left over from Torquemada's Inquisition. Excruciatingly painful, I have scratches down my arm where it tried to crush my bicep. I think it's a new NHS ploy to encourage us not to be ill. 😅

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A standoff is coming.

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Schrödinger’s cat Venn

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⚡️ UK reportedly considers 5-year troop deployment to Ukraine to help rebuild army. Military planners in London and Paris believe such a deployment could discourage Russian President Vladimir Putin from launching future offensives, the Telegraph reports.

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Israel has murdered 232 journalists and media workers since October 7, 2023.

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Switzerland seeks closer EU ties in response to Trump shock. Sounds like a plan www.ft.com/content/fba6...

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"It’s like taking a grandparent out of the ground and putting them in a cupboard" Just imagine that. Yet too many around the world know how this feels for real. Glad to see ancestors returning home to be laid to rest within their own communities.

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IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Heard Island Government announces 800% tariff increase on all goods from the United States. Announcement was sent to US Commerce, Trade Director Redmon. Our PR team is currently sitting on eggs, so if any of you could tag news outlets or journalist friends, please do. #FlippersUp

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My coke habit's so bad, I don't even know I'm buying several sacks full, never mind snorting it! It would, however, explain the state I'm in some mornings... ☠️ Top Tip: Use a garden hose and not a tenner if your habit's reached the tonne+ stage.

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How could a slavery scandal involving the President of the United States be worse than we thought? This extremely long, extremely detailed, and fully sourced PROOF report explains. This—not the tariff war—is the most important story in America right now. I hope you will consider checking it out.

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And this is why he wasn't up in arms screaming "CORRUPT!" in press conferences in courthouses. All a part of the Dystopia Games, clearing the path for what he truly wants.

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NDAs can silence victims of abuse & harassment. Let's change this! Sign the petition to ensure the Employment Rights Bill bans NDAs in cases of misconduct. #StopAbusiveNDAs #EmploymentRightsBill you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...

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Really wondering if something particular is happening in Baghdad right now or if this is typical, because that number is absolutely bonkers

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