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Art of the deal is raising the tariff to 145% then cutting it almost in half despite the fact that China has made no concessions and has completely ignored you. Xi just sits back at laughs at our orange clown.

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For decades, Denmark was one of the most pro-American countries in the world. All that is gone. Even superpowers need allies. I'm afraid our country will discover that. And Bukele, MBS, Orbán, et al., won't cut it. apnews.com/article/denm...

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BREAKING: Top Virologists Warn World to Prepare for Deadly H5N1 Bird Flu Pandemic Top virologists from 40 countries warn of growing H5N1 bird flu pandemic risk; urge stronger global defences as virus could kill 1 in every 2 people it infects.

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NSF officials announced they are essentially abandoning the use of “rotators”— scientists on leave from academic positions who help the agency choose the best research to fund. NSF also plans to reduce the number of administrators classified as senior executive service employees. scim.ag/3EKnxmc

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WATCH: Chris Murphy gives a masterclass in how to dismantle the cosplay queen, AKA Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.

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🧵1/ RFK Jr. says childhood vaccines weren’t tested and that COVID boosters need full trials every year. That’s not how vaccines—or science—work. Time for a #FactCheckFriday! Let’s talk about how vaccines are tested, and how this kind of talk puts real people at risk. www.cdc.gov/vaccines/bas...

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May marks Mental Health Awareness Month in Illinois — a time to reflect on how far we’ve come and recommit to the work ahead. Whether it's strengthening the 988 call center services or launching a centralized care portal, we're making sure Illinoisans have the care they need.

submitted 10 hours ago • 24 comments

What starts with banning books and mistreating librarians? Fascism.

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Only important news. (Rat)

submitted 7 hours ago • 159 comments

For men awaiting execution on Texas’ death row, Dungeons & Dragons became a lifeline — an escape from extreme isolating conditions, leading to the sort of friendships solitary confinement usually prevents. See their D&D character sheets, maps & more:

submitted 16 hours ago • 5 comments

I think we are living in the wrong country.

submitted 8 hours ago • 434 comments

At Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as leader on Friday, he pledged to align himself with “ordinary people” and not with the rich and powerful. Many see the first American pope as a continuation of his predecessor, Pope Francis, in his advocacy of the poor, migrants and a more open church.

submitted 7 hours ago • 208 comments

This is another unconstitutional notion. Only Congress can suspend habeas corpus and only during rebellion or invasion. As a Trump-appointed judge recently found, the U.S. isn't under invasion.

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Former BLM head speaks out @altblmatinterior.bsky.social @altdoi.altgov.info @altfws.altgov.info @altusfs.altgov.info www.sltrib.com/opinion/comm...

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We are proud to announce the launch of our website. The work for the site was generously donated by the incredible team at Elevated Third. This is where we will provide updates of our activities and publish accurate information about public health. We hope you’ll join us! www.defendpublichealth.org

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Sooo True.. Never give up..👍

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From the OMF-supported Medical Education Resource Center (MERC) at @batemanhornecenter.bsky.social : The Clinical Care Guide is Here: Managing ME/CFS, Long COVID & Infection-Associated Chronic Conditions (IACCs). Download it. Share it. Use it. 👉 loom.ly/VeoxR7Y #MECFS #LongCOVID

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staffers are still cleaning up the Kristi Noem mess after she got gutted/filleted by @chrismurphyct.bsky.social this is A MOMENT. #MustWatch 🧢 @trumpfile.org

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Word is Attorney General Pam Bondi is seeking records and testimony from journalists. Please be mindful of how you communicate use secure formats, follow established guidance, and above all, protect your identity at all costs.

submitted 10 hours ago • 181 comments

Sinners is an amazing, powerful work of art. We saw it a few days ago. Couldn't stop talking about it on the way home.

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“So far, the most energetic opposition has come not from civic leaders but from everyday citizens, showing up at Congressional town hall meetings or participating in Hands Off rallies across the country. “Our leaders must follow their example.” Gift link: www.nytimes.com/2025/05/08/o...

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"People who receive the shingles vaccine have a 23% lower risk of health problems like stroke, heart failure and heart disease." www.upi.com/Health_News/...

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Dr. Means has no government experience and dropped out of her surgical residency program, saying she became disillusioned with traditional medicine. She makes money from dietary supplements, creams, teas and other products sponsored on her social media accounts. apnews.com/article/dona...

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The National Institutes of Health will partner with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid to create a database of Americans with autism, using insurance claims, medical records and smartwatch data.

submitted 1 day ago • 2731 comments

Time to shop at Macy’s

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So many people have grown up to be the villains of our stories.

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Not HHS, but a health partner. At USDA, we've heard as much as 25% of the workforce left after two rounds of deferred resignation programs. So many that they're now trying to ask some back or hire to fill critical roles. 🙃 @altusda.altgov.info #GovernmentEfficiency www.npr.org/2025/05/07/n...

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This is representation. Thank you, @reptedlieu.bsky.social

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I thought everyone was kidding

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you're welcome

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So WPD apparently weren’t helping ICE but they were just there to “keep the peace”. How the f*** is that not the exact same thing??

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Despite a federal court order, Missouri continues to deny eligible residents food assistance. Judge Harpool criticized the state’s inaction-noting that over half of SNAP applications were denied for incomplete interviews. But hey, at least the supermajority GOP has tackled the loosening of gun laws.

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Sean Duffy needs to be grounded till he can work out this upsidedown transportation fiasco! @floodzonecomics #floodzonecomics #duffy #flying #2025

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Well, well, well. The Acting FEMA Administrator said eliminating FEMA wasn’t in the best interest of the American people — and guess what?!?! They FIRED him. I guess that’s what happens when you stand up to your power-hungry “boss”.

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"Tricks and treachery are the practice of fools, that don't have brains enough to be honest." - Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)

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The vast majority of people infected in the Ontario measles outbreak are unvaccinated.

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Salt Lake City, Utah, and Boise, Idaho, adopted official Pride flags on Tuesday in response to state laws barring the display of any nonofficial flags at schools and government buildings.

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PET imaging reveals long-term heart and lung damage from COVID-19. healthimaging.com/topics/medic...

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www.russellshorto.com a magnificent book that will reorient how you think about New York and the ethos of America

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Unfortunately, I Think This Is True….

submitted 3 days ago • 585 comments

Your School House Rock moment......

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We’ve been talking up the Trump tariffs, speculating about the impacts. Every day that passes we get closer to the painful reality... As businesses cancel orders from China, U.S. imports continue to plummet with a 43% week-over-week drop in containers through April 28. www.cnbc.com/2025/05/06/t...

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NEW: In a 68-page ruling, Judge Myers said the NC Board of Elections should certify results based on the tally of all eligible votes. Incumbent Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs would prevail in the race for the seat on the high court over Griffin. tinyurl.com/ysdu6fdu @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol

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