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Joe Walsh @walshfreedom.bsky.social · 7m

The Nobel Peace Prize Went To Someone Fighting A Fascist, And Not To An Actual Fascist: Trump didn’t win it. And he didn’t deserve to win it. Because he’s decorated war on the people of the United States, because he’s trying to imprison his political opponents, because he’s a fascist. And the Nobel…

The Nobel Peace Prize Went To Someone Fighting A Fascist, And Not To An Actual Fascist

Trump didn’t win it. And he didn’t deserve to win it. Because he’s decorated war on the people of the United States, because he’s trying to imprison his political opponents, because he’s a fascist. And the Nobel Peace Prize should never go to a fascist. Especially a fascist who was begging for the award.

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 6m

The “war-ravaged” Portland only exists in Trump’s head. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

The “war-ravaged” Portland only exists in Trump’s head.

My video report paints a very Portland scene of defiance—and dance.

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 2h

Vance is back in Indiana today, personally pressuring GOP lawmakers to ignore their conscience and enact an extreme gerrymandering plan. The fact that they have to send in the VP tells us something important and encouraging: political pressure against this plan is working, even in deep red places.

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 8m

Brace for the largest-ever spike in health insurance premiums www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

Brace for the largest-ever spike in health insurance premiums

The GOP's backdoor plan to gut Obamacare: Kill the tax credits.

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 9m

How a tiny, inexperienced firm landed a $1.3 billion detention deal www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

How a tiny, inexperienced firm landed a $1.3 billion detention deal

To hold 5,000 human beings.

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 9m

From medicine to mysticism: the radicalization of Florida's top doc www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

From medicine to mysticism: the radicalization of Florida's top doc

Joseph Ladapo was a normie—until he met his wife and a guru into levitating and communicating with spirits.

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 10m

www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

The brutal rollout of Trump's police state.

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 13m

www.salon.com/2025/10/06/t...

The dumbing down of America, one banned book at a time

A majority of Americans are against book bans. That won't stop a well funded, fear-fueled movement.

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 14m

www.salon.com/2025/10/09/t...

"Too risky": Scholars who study America say they won't visit

At a recent panel in Vienna, academics who study America said the country has become similar to Russia and China.

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 16m

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Jimmy Fallon Shuts Down Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize Hopes In Simply Brutal Video

The “Tonight Show” host revealed exactly how the president “always stops things from escalating too far.”

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 19m

Trump, and those around him are so full of shit !
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White House Whines After Trump Misses Out On Nobel Peace Prize

Communications director Steven Cheung accused the Norwegian Nobel Committee of putting “politics over peace.”

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 24m

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Archaeologists Found a 2,500-Year-Old Tomb Filled with Treasure—and Completely Untouched

“This undisturbed burial offers a unique window into an era we know very little about.”

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 26m

doomsday edition
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The Best Home Generators Are a Big Investment. These Models Deliver Reliable Power During an Outage.

Our editor-tested and researched portable and whole-home options keep appliances and other essentials running during an emergency—no matter what.

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 27m

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I Got Laid Off. Job Hunting in the Age of Robots Has Been a Pain.

The robots are no longer satisfied with taking our jobs—they also want to prevent us from getting new ones.

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 32m

www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

Key Trump nominee accused of sexual harassment

Paul Ingrassia has been investigated for allegedly harassing a lower-ranking colleague, according to administration officials. Fearing retaliation, the woman later withdrew a complaint, and Ingrassia ...

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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 33m

R E T R I B U T I O N A S A C R I M E

see Leticia James and James Comey

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 34m

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Prince William visibly moved as widow tells of husband's suicide

Prince William's foundation is giving £1m to set up a suicide prevention network.

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 37m

He should have released the Epstein Files.

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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 54m

Who agrees? ✋

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 38m

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Tech billionaires seem to be doom prepping. Should we be worried?

The debate is ramping up about what happens if - or when - computer intelligence overtakes humans

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 40m

www.axios.com/2025/10/10/n...

Trump did not win 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

The president had repeatedly said he deserved the Nobel for ending "unendable wars."

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 41m

www.axios.com/2025/10/10/t...

Trump promised not to let Israel break Gaza ceasefire to get deal

Israel broke one ceasefire. Trump told the mediators he wouldn't let it happen this time.

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 54m

ALL WE ARE SAYING IS

michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 55m

A more sustainable path to the future will be forged by those who remember and affirm the sacred roots of our past.
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michaeledward @michaeledward.bsky.social · 57m

IN THE CITY BIRD SEED LINE