Paul Barnes
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This is my private account. I am retired and doing a podcast. I have a nine month old who keeps me super busy, but I love it, she’s amazing. I’m an American living overseas. The Clint Initiative Podcast is my other account. Yes, I am, A Rainbow American.
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JD Vance is really this dumb.
February 14, 2026 at 12:29 PM
JD Vance is really this dumb.
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Three Thousand Years of Longing (2022)
dir. George Miller
dir. George Miller
February 14, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Three Thousand Years of Longing (2022)
dir. George Miller
dir. George Miller
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Gross
Iowa Republicans doing what they do. 0 common sense.
February 13, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Gross
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House Passes SAVE Act to Solve a Nonexistent Problem
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House Passes SAVE Act to Solve a Nonexistent Problem
The House just passed legislation requiring proof of citizenship to vote, even though documented noncitizen voting is virtually nonexistent.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:21 PM
House Passes SAVE Act to Solve a Nonexistent Problem
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Rep. Chrissy Houlahan on Affordability, Standing Up For Her Country, And Reining In ICE
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Rep. Chrissy Houlahan on Affordability, Standing Up For Her Country, And Reining In ICE
Rep. Houlahan is one of the six courageous Democrats who challenged members of the armed services and intelligence community to stand up for our laws and our Constitution
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February 13, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan on Affordability, Standing Up For Her Country, And Reining In ICE
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If we can’t stand for human rights here and abroad, we can’t credibly fight fascism anywhere.
Palestinian freedom is tied to our fight against authoritarianism at home. You cannot defend democracy while aligning with anti-democratic interests like AIPAC.
Palestinian freedom is tied to our fight against authoritarianism at home. You cannot defend democracy while aligning with anti-democratic interests like AIPAC.
February 12, 2026 at 9:07 PM
If we can’t stand for human rights here and abroad, we can’t credibly fight fascism anywhere.
Palestinian freedom is tied to our fight against authoritarianism at home. You cannot defend democracy while aligning with anti-democratic interests like AIPAC.
Palestinian freedom is tied to our fight against authoritarianism at home. You cannot defend democracy while aligning with anti-democratic interests like AIPAC.
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The authorities have to put an end to this madness. Criminals with badges are attacking unarmed civilians.
February 12, 2026 at 11:42 PM
The authorities have to put an end to this madness. Criminals with badges are attacking unarmed civilians.
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under questioning by Rand Paul, ICE officials confirm that yelling at officers is not assault and recording officers is not a crime
February 12, 2026 at 4:47 PM
under questioning by Rand Paul, ICE officials confirm that yelling at officers is not assault and recording officers is not a crime
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Today, the Trump administration repealed the endangerment finding: the ruling that served as the basis for limits on tailpipe emissions and power plant rules. Without it, we’ll be less safe, less healthy and less able to fight climate change—all so the fossil fuel industry can make even more money.
WATCH: Trump, EPA's Zeldin announce end of scientific basis for U.S. action on climate change
The Trump administration on Thursday revoked a scientific finding that long has been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change, the most aggressiv...
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February 12, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Today, the Trump administration repealed the endangerment finding: the ruling that served as the basis for limits on tailpipe emissions and power plant rules. Without it, we’ll be less safe, less healthy and less able to fight climate change—all so the fossil fuel industry can make even more money.
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Looking down the trail at the Olympic Mountains from Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park - #landscapes #outdoorphotography #pdxphotographer #beautifulEarth #photography #nationalparks
February 12, 2026 at 5:48 AM
Looking down the trail at the Olympic Mountains from Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park - #landscapes #outdoorphotography #pdxphotographer #beautifulEarth #photography #nationalparks
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February 11, 2026 at 11:02 PM
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Yvonne Albe
February 11, 2026 at 11:08 AM
Yvonne Albe
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Star Wars: Jar Jar issue # 1 is out now! This first issue was a banger and had some great cathartic moments. Jar Jar confronts some big emotions and learns how he can help alongside Jedi knight Kelleran Beq…
PLUS a fun cameo that connects to Star Wars Rebels 👀
PLUS a fun cameo that connects to Star Wars Rebels 👀
February 11, 2026 at 2:11 PM
Star Wars: Jar Jar issue # 1 is out now! This first issue was a banger and had some great cathartic moments. Jar Jar confronts some big emotions and learns how he can help alongside Jedi knight Kelleran Beq…
PLUS a fun cameo that connects to Star Wars Rebels 👀
PLUS a fun cameo that connects to Star Wars Rebels 👀
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AG Keith Ellison: "The surge is contributing to violent crime. Two of the three homicides committed in Minneapolis in 2026 have come at the hands of federal immigration agents."
February 12, 2026 at 2:46 PM
AG Keith Ellison: "The surge is contributing to violent crime. Two of the three homicides committed in Minneapolis in 2026 have come at the hands of federal immigration agents."
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Tropic Thunder (2008)
Directed by Ben Stiller
Directed by Ben Stiller
February 12, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Tropic Thunder (2008)
Directed by Ben Stiller
Directed by Ben Stiller
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I’m proud to be endorsed by Justice Democrats and PAL PAC.
The only way we can fight fascism is with bold progressive ideas and accountability for all in power.
It’s a new moment. And it requires new leadership:
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The only way we can fight fascism is with bold progressive ideas and accountability for all in power.
It’s a new moment. And it requires new leadership:
@justicedemocrats.com @votepalpac.bsky.social
February 12, 2026 at 3:02 PM
I’m proud to be endorsed by Justice Democrats and PAL PAC.
The only way we can fight fascism is with bold progressive ideas and accountability for all in power.
It’s a new moment. And it requires new leadership:
@justicedemocrats.com @votepalpac.bsky.social
The only way we can fight fascism is with bold progressive ideas and accountability for all in power.
It’s a new moment. And it requires new leadership:
@justicedemocrats.com @votepalpac.bsky.social
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President Epstein.
It’s the Epstein Administration.
No wonder Bondi spent the entire hearing screeching and deflecting.
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No wonder Bondi spent the entire hearing screeching and deflecting.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:54 PM
President Epstein.
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Tonight, I sent my recent royalty monies to @foodbankrockies.bsky.social because people are still hungry. 💖
February 12, 2026 at 4:28 AM
Tonight, I sent my recent royalty monies to @foodbankrockies.bsky.social because people are still hungry. 💖
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FIRE LYING LUTNICK
Tell Congress: Demand Trump's Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick resign over Epstein scandal
Contact Congress today!
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February 11, 2026 at 6:55 PM
FIRE LYING LUTNICK
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CNN: "Another photograph - these are notes AG Bondi brought to the hearing today. This shows a list of Rep. Jayapal's search history. Lawmakers are allowed to go to a DOJ facility to search unredacted files. We learned from this photo that the searches are apparently being tracked & read by the DOJ"
February 11, 2026 at 9:27 PM
CNN: "Another photograph - these are notes AG Bondi brought to the hearing today. This shows a list of Rep. Jayapal's search history. Lawmakers are allowed to go to a DOJ facility to search unredacted files. We learned from this photo that the searches are apparently being tracked & read by the DOJ"
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February 12, 2026 at 2:49 AM
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Never interrupt while your enemy makes mistakes.
February 12, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Never interrupt while your enemy makes mistakes.