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Al Strauss

@alstrauss.bsky.social

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I like sports, music, movies, history and most of all, laughter. Big fan of Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes and Booker T. & the MGs. Favorite movie is Airplane. I support democracy.

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 12h

Safety first! Keep the octopus person away from the Red Wings if they make the playoffs. IYKYK

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 14h

I attended a protest in Northfield, MN. Very nice small college town, about a 40-minute drive from the Twin Cities. I estimated that over 500 people showed up, of all ages but tending to be older. 100% peaceful.

If 500 show up in Northfield, imagine how many people support these protests.

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 18h

I attended my first protest today! There were at least 500 well-behaved loyal Americans in Northfield, MN (!) and the main speaker was Richard Painter, who worked in W's administration.

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 2d

I've often said that respect is one of those things that if you don't give it, you don't get it.

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KOJAMF🤘🖤🤘 @kojamf.bsky.social · 3d

Dave Norton

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 3d

Cleaning the apartment? That's outrageous!

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 3d

"Take the shortest route to the puck and arrive in ill-humor." - Fred Shero

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 3d

In 2020, Jennifer Lopez and Shakira (who is not an American citizen) performed at the Super Bowl halftime.

No one complained about their selection or their outstanding performance.

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 4d

Let this be a reminder that corporations will always put themselves first. They don't care about you and are not capable of it. People within a company may care about you but not the company itself, no matter what you are told.

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 5d

Too true!

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 5d

I guess the GOP reaction to the next mass shooting will just be “thoughts.”

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 5d

I’m going to get paid for it? Cool, I was happy to do it for free.

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 6d

Love this!

butterflygirl24 @butterflygirl24.bsky.social · 7d

This man is de-escalating and calling out state troopers! Defend your 1st Amendment Rights! ✊🏼 #firstamendment

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 6d

It's a media failure. Every time he lies - or even tells the truth - he should be asked to provide supporting data. If he can't or won't, do not publish the story.

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Just my thoughts 🇨🇦 @bc60.bsky.social · 9d

I like her …

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 8d

The Minnesota Star Tribune reported earlier this week about a reduction in crime.

I live there. Perfect? No. But if I have a reason to go downtown, I will not hesitate to do so.

BTW, is there any crime in big cities with red state governors? It would be an interesting comparison.

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 10d

History will not be kind to her. Nor should it be.

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 10d

What Democrats need to understand is that MAGA leaders prey on emotion. Facts are irrelevant to them. Normal people recognize Eric Trump's comments as silly; MAGA believes it because it makes them feel outraged.

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George Conway 🇺🇸🚫👑🐸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 12d

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Just my thoughts 🇨🇦 @bc60.bsky.social · 13d

Truth be told

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 13d

Heckuva way to make everyone forget about the butt fumble.

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 13d

There is no difference between ICE and the brownshirts in 1930s Germany. Shameful behavior and I hope one day soon, there will be a reckoning for those thugs.

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 14d

I'm 68. I do 30 minutes of cardio 6 days a week. I lift weights 3 times a week. I've slowed down but feel pretty good overall.

I recently attended a class reunion where I listened to a lot of health complaints. I could empathize but not relate.

You are 100% correct.

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Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 15d

Don't forget your southern neighbors in hockey-loving Minnesota!

Al Strauss @alstrauss.bsky.social · 15d

Last night, I saw 90-year-old Herb Alpert perform. It was a terrific show from start to finish and he was on stage for 1 hour, 45 minutes. Impressive!