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Purplesouth

@purplesouth.bsky.social

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Here for political discourse & occasional cute animals. Despite emojis, jokes & cartoons- this is about #resist but also taking an occasional detour to “numb” the pain for a while. Make no mistake- we are in the fight for our lives 🚫 DM’s

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Purplesouth @purplesouth.bsky.social · 10h

#TACO

Justin Wolfers @justinwolfers.bsky.social · 12h

Trade war update (Taylor's version)

Justin Wolfers @justinwolfers.bsky.social · Apr 24

The White House says negotiations with China are/aren't happening, that they do/don't expect to cut/raise tariffs soon/in a bit/never, and they intend to play hardball/softball with China. Trump and Xi have/haven't spoken, and they do/don't expect a breakthrough sooner/later.

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🦋Nathan Chapman Enough is Enough🦋Just Stand🌊 @nchapman.bsky.social · 10h

You knew damn well I was a snake before you took me in!

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tonytigersf.bsky.social @tonytigersf.bsky.social · 10h

Rest In Peace, Ms. Keaton
Thank you for making the World a happier place to live in❤️

Mark Harris @markharris.bsky.social · 14h

Terribly sad news about one of the greats. Diane Keaton has died at 79.
people.com/diane-keaton...

Diane Keaton, Famed for Roles in 'Father of the Bride,' 'First Wives Club' and More, Dies at 79 (Exclusive)

Diane Keaton has died at age 79. Keaton was best known for roles in movies like 'Annie Hall,' 'The First Wives Club,' 'Something's Gotta Give' and 'The Godfather.'

people.com

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Purplesouth @purplesouth.bsky.social · 10h

Besides Kid Rock?

Jack Kuenzie @jkuenzie.bsky.social · 2d

Turning Point USA will offer its own Super Bowl halftime extravaganza to counter Bad Bunny's show. No musical artists announced yet.

Got any suggestions?

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enuffsaysv.bsky.social @enuffsaysv.bsky.social · 11h

#FAFO is happening Idaho, your bunkers won't save you, your fuhrer just gave carte blanche to the financiers of the 911 pilots, america first was never the goal, looting america and everyone he can take from was always the goal, you drank the kool-aid & now we are being sold out

Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 11h

Hello Idaho, we’re here to keep your potatoes safe from Antifa.

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Rhonda in PNW 🩵🦋 @rhondasrealm.bsky.social · 11h

If he can’t serve the American people, he should be removed from office!

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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 14h

Tim Dillon: "A lot of people say you're the heir to the real MAGA and JD Vance is not."

Marjorie Taylor Greene: "Wow...That's interesting...Well, he's Vice President which is a hard role...I love JD, but I'm mad about a lot of things and I'm not going to stop talking about it."

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 13h

The constant lies to steal power and money . . .

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lroakley.bsky.social @lroakley.bsky.social · 10h

Blue Oleta @blue-oleta.bsky.social · 2d

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 11h

Never forget this: The forces rigging our economy, undermining our democracy, polluting our planet, and stoking hatred are counting on you to give up. Cynicism is how they win. Stay clear-eyed and ready for the fight ahead.

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doreengarfield WAR ZONE SURVIVOR @doreengarfield.bsky.social · 10h

The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 15h

"The president has already announced that if a judge does rule against him, he will invoke the Insurrection Act and then continue the military deployments. This is where we’ve been headed since January 6, 2021."

Emergency Triad: The Chicago Rubicon and What Comes Next

We aren’t at the worst-case scenario yet. But if you squint, you can see it looming out there, just over the horizon.

www.thebulwark.com

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Purplesouth @purplesouth.bsky.social · 10h

Don’t count out sibling rivalry.
J.D. will hold on with all he’s got.

MantaHunk 🌎🏳️‍🌈☮️🟧 @mantahunk.bsky.social · 10h

"ONE OF THE MOST HATED INDIVIDUALS IN AMERICA"
Guess what? He, the Devil, is running the show. When the JD coup happens, he will have even more power.

As Trump Moves Toward Autocracy, Top Aide Stephen Miller Is Way Ahead Of Him

The president’s chief propagandist accuses opponents of “insurrection” and attempting a “coup” — while declaring Trump has “plenary authority.”

www.huffpost.com

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Purplesouth @purplesouth.bsky.social · 10h

Implying they did not.

George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 @gtconway.bsky.social · 11h

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Raff @raffez.bsky.social · 10h

In any case he has that right.

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Aunty Em @everycourthouse.bsky.social · 15h

And military families are visiting food banks just to survive.
www.military.com/daily-news/2...

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jfbass.bsky.social @jfbass.bsky.social · 1d

🤔🙄😳😱😖🤡

Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 1d

“The defense secretary underwent a round of cosmetic injections last month.” One insider: “He’s always been full of himself, but lately his ego has been off the charts.”

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Norm Eisen @normeisen.bsky.social · 11h

From Chicago to D.C., federal judges are standing up to Trump’s abuses

They’re showing what judicial independence looks like

That’s how democracy wins

Full analysis in my NEW @contrariannews.org article

contrarian.substack.com/p/donald-tru...

Donald Trump’s latest authoritarian moves signal weakness, not strength

Publisher's Roundup 39

contrarian.substack.com

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catbutt.exe @catbuttlol.bsky.social · 1d

The political cartoon "The Political Round Table" ruthlessly exposes the stark hypocrisy within the MAGA political ecosystem through a powerful visual juxtaposition of economic disparity. MAGA politicians are portrayed in a luxurious mansion with gleaming swimming pools and expensive cars, while their supporters languish in dilapidated shantytowns. The artwork reveals how political leaders profit by exploiting their base with divisive rhetoric, encouraging supporters to vote against their own economic interests and undermine their own democracy. A high, barbed-wire fence symbolically separates the two worlds, highlighting the profound disconnect between political promises and lived reality. The cartoon brutally illustrates the mechanism of cultural manipulation, where inflammatory messaging serves as a smokescreen for systematic economic exploitation.

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 15h

They have fired the staff of the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report and 70 Epidemic Intelligence Service officers, who are disease detectives that respond to outbreaks around the world.

I cannot emphasize enough how dangerous it is to dismantle our disease surveillance infrastructure.

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Get Out The Mid Term Vote @gotmtv.bsky.social · 19h

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Get Out The Mid Term Vote @gotmtv.bsky.social · 19h

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Kepano Kolohe @alala55.bsky.social · 21h

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putawomanincharge.bsky.social @putawomanincharge.bsky.social · 18d

He is doing it again.

DON'T GET DISTRACTED

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JonBowzerBauman.bsky.social @jonbowzerbauman.bsky.social · 1d

Next step is No Kings 10/18.

Do NOT be intimidated. No FEAR either.

There are over 2000 rallies planned. Let’s go for 10 million people plus.

SHOW UP!!!

Skip Montanaro @smontanaro.net · 2d

www.nokings.org October 18th.

No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

www.nokings.org

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Leasa @fishgirl66.bsky.social · 15h

This is how you write a headline. Finally @cnn.com

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