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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 15m

"as another stupid week comes to a close here in America, let’s look back at the dumbest fucking shit that happened."

Probably the most clever political substack out there.
Jeff Tiedrich. Rolling on the floor laughing out loud funny.

this week in stupid: October 11 edition

Charlie rides it, Donny hides it, and so much more...

www.jefftiedrich.com

TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 24m

"This arrest appears to be in direct violation of a temporary restraining order prohibiting DHS officers from arresting journalists. The officers here may well be subject to contempt of court."
So far, they have been ignoring all of these orders, with zero consequence. What next?

TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 27m

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 5h

Imagine that

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John Collins @logicallyjc.bsky.social · 5h

They must be exhausted.

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 29m

Just maybe, the screw may be finally turning. Rogan is massively influential, so just...maybe. It's always a good thing to find that glimmer of hope.

Are Things Shifting? Joe Rogan is Sick of ICE's Cruelty

YouTube video by The Bulwark

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 32m

Clearly a lot of people do in this country. Had no idea who he was until he was shot. My 39 y.o. son said that day, "Dad, this is really, really bad." I was like "nah...wha?" Little did I know. The reaction, the martyrdom, flags at 1/2 staff, and folks losing their jobs, even Kimmel (briefly). Ugh.

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 37m

Yes, mostly.
She's in for the deep nap now. Just so precious - the sweetest creature I've ever known. Amazing how these little fur balls make it living my best life, today.

TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 41m

'The Diplomat'? It's very good. Total fantasy, about politics sure - season one is mainly British politics.
It's comforting seeing stories about politics that work. Smart folks doing good things.

TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 2h

"Gift" link.
“We have been arguing in fake government buildings for over 20 years."

Been trying to find consolation watching reruns of 'The West Wing' on Max. It can be bittersweet, to say the least. Really did help during the Bush 2.0 years. Does also help, a bit, now.

Allison Janney and Bradley Whitford Just Can’t Quit the White House

www.nytimes.com

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 2h

"Her family left (Russia), she said, so she could grow up with more freedoms — something she now feels is at risk."

This story is terrifying on many levels. She had to leave her apartment for days, fearing for her safety.
What is happening is very wrong. How can we stop all this madness?

Peggy Stuart @peggystuart.bsky.social · 4h

She was fired for posting about Charlie Kirk’s death

www.npr.org/2025/10/11/n...

She posted about Charlie Kirk's death. Within eight hours, she was fired

Alexandra is among the people who lost their jobs for posting about the conservative influencer's death. She described the online mob that got her fired as "state-sponsored censorship."

www.npr.org

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 2h

"Her family left (Russia), she said, so she could grow up with more freedoms — something she now feels is at risk."

This story is terrifying on many levels. She had to leave her apartment for days, fearing for her safety.
What is happening is very wrong. How can we stop all this madness?

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 2h

Just now realizing - It's Caturday, all day!

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Foster @fostersnpw.bsky.social · 3h

😉🫵🎯

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 2h

And "just not voting" remedies what?

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Bruno J. Navarro @brunojnavarro.bsky.social · 7h

are shooters of priests ever the good guys throughout history

Pastor shot by ICE with pepper balls speaks out in first TV interview | CNN

Pastor hit by ICE pepper balls granted restraining order against government.

www.cnn.com

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Martin A. Nuñez @martin-nunez.bsky.social · 1d

i want to live in a world where flags are lowered to half staff for jane goodall

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 3h

Reading and seeing that the crashing of the economy is absolutely intentional. It will make the full authoritarian takeover a cinch. Seen rebuttal too, but not as convincing as the premise it's intentional.

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Lpeterp @lpeterp.bsky.social · 4h

GOP: "Do as I say, not as I do"'

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Meidas Dutch @meidasdutch.bsky.social · 3h

Well said, Don. As always, on point.

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Ms. Kevin @kkalmes31.bsky.social · 3h

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 3h

Hard to even imagine, but yes, it definitely will get worse. Much worse.

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TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 3h

"tRump IS crisis."

TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 3h

"It’s Saturday, so let’s keep this short. Instead of doom-scrolling, I suggest some family-friendly activities, inspired by the news cycle."

Teachable Moments

Another deplorable week in review

charliesykes.substack.com

TheCatMan @bigbrohem.bsky.social · 3h

Fortunately, my Passport is valid until 2029. But what really resonated was the summation, describing these men as truly f'd up, NOT normal, etc
We are living in "The Era of Monsters." Where men of great wealth have gorged on their darkest & twisted fantasies without fear of accountability.

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