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@nojustdan.bsky.social

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Amateur philosopher. Snappy dresser. Lover of Jazz, cats, art, poetry, classic films especially noir, baseball. I stand with in solidarity with all marginalized and persecuted people.

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nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 13h

She was adorable in Annie Hall. How could anyone not love the character she played ?

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 13h

I think just enough votes were strategically thrown out to throw the swing states to Trump. There was an inordinate number of ballots where the top line was blank but the down ballot candidates were filled in.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

The Chuck Grassly of Africa. apple.news/A1g1GmHnQT_a...

Africa’s oldest leader isn’t ready to retire — and he’s not the only one defying age — NPR

At 92, Cameroon’s President aul Biya is running for an eighth term on Sunday — a reminder of how Africa’s aging leaders continue to cling to power, even as their nations face unrest, corruption, and c...

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nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

Vlad can launch his nukes from Mar A Lago.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

A recipe for cacophony.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

According to your teacher Ernest Hemingway never wrote any short stories.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

Trump’s Bureau of Prisons people knew exactly how to cover up a murder.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

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cindyalberta.bsky.social @cindyalberta.bsky.social · 15h

DOJ removed the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database (NLEAD), which tracked misconduct among federal police officers. The database was removed in February 2025, just after the start of Trump's second term.

Hegsmith, in a meeting with police said "The cuffs are now off."

You're all ....

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nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

If it caught Ben Crump’s attention she’ll be coming into some money soon.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 14h

Yes. The very same media had no qualms about trashing Joe Biden even before his debate freeze up.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 15h

Yes. Who else wears a brick suit in 100 degree heat ?

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 15h

“Soon our robots will take care of your spouse’s emotional needs, so you can go out drinking with your friends.”

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 15h

Any excuse to make government more dysfunctional so oligarchs can scoop up the scraps for pennies on the dollar.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Did he at least make him promise never to sing again ?

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Start by asking if he’s ever BEEN to Portland.

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nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

You owe the government nothing.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Can’t they go practice someplace else ? Do we really need amateurs flying F15s over our airspace ?

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Such a shameless liar.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Ok let’s break it down syllable by syllable…

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Attention government workers - Don’t work for free. Take care of yourself and your obligations. Get a temporary job if necessary.

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nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

a close up of a woman 's face with a blue background that says cause

ALT: a close up of a woman 's face with a blue background that says cause

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nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

It doesn’t take Nostradamus to predict that one.

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Imagine if Obama gave Qatar a military base in Idaho. 🤯

nojustdan.bsky.social @nojustdan.bsky.social · 19h

Favorite quote from my daughter when she was 4. “This is great dad ! I’m learning to ride a bike and you’re getting some much needed exercise.”

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