Batya Kluger
batyalee.bsky.social
Batya Kluger
@batyalee.bsky.social
I read & listen to a lot of nat’l & internat’l political news and share my thoughts. Politically progressive.

Trump’s regime is disturbing, but I enjoy family & friends, nature & sci discoveries, seeing beauty & goodness in humanity.

Home is Oakland, CA
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How will we get through this troubled time? In a country filled with liars, be someone who tells the truth. Tho our leaders are filled with fear & loathing, offer your trust & friendship. When people are being ostracized for their differences, you reach out & hold on to them w/ strength & caring.
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TODAY: 5,000 people came together in Minneapolis to honor and remember Renee Good, Alex Pretti, and everyone who lost their life to federalized enforcements across the country. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/07/u...
February 7, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Why is anyone shocked or even surprised at tRump’s racist post & lack of apology? This isn’t a new low or even remotely interesting. 🤨 He’s always been a blatant racist and much worse.
February 7, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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See if this works: wapo.st/4r4mujT
In 1927, Donald Trump’s father was arrested after a Klan riot in Queens
On Sunday, Trump declined to disavow the support of white supremacists.
wapo.st
February 7, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Cartoon by Mike Luckovich | Creators
February 6, 2026 at 7:44 AM
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ICE break window to enter U.S. citizen's house without warrant—violently tackle man for filming them.
The incident occurred in San Antonio, Texas.

I'm a U.S. citizen and they’re inside my house with no warrant!"
February 6, 2026 at 10:22 PM
Reporters are pointing out RFK, Jr’s lies around his Make Measles Great Again trip to Samoa several yrs ago. But he’s ALWAYS lying at HHS, creating a sicker, more chaotic society.

He must be stopped from his efforts to Stop Preventing Preventable Diseases!
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Newly revealed emails undermine RFK Jr testimony about 2019 Samoa trip ahead of measles outbreak
Kennedy later said the purpose of his trip had nothing to do with vaccines. US embassy and UN staff at the time said otherwise, emails show
www.theguardian.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:48 PM
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As long as Trump is making billionaires money, they will let him get away with ANYTHING. That has become obvious. There's a new movement that will make REAL change! It requires that you: resistandunsubscribe.com
Resist and Unsubscribe
resistandunsubscribe.com
February 6, 2026 at 8:23 PM
He quit Oakland w/o citing any reasons & then pops up in Fremont a few weeks later after Fremont says it conducted a nationwide search? 👀 (I thought the nation was bigger than the East Bay.) Hmmm. Looks like Mitchell wanted to deal w/ less crime and less oversight.

oaklandside.org/2026/02/05/f...
Former Oakland police chief’s new job is in Fremont
Two months after leaving his post as the chief in Oakland, Floyd Mitchell will lead Fremont’s police.
oaklandside.org
February 6, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Disgraceful. Thank goodness Californians can easily vote by mail or drop boxes.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Steve Bannon calls for immigration agents at polling sites during midterms
Ex-Trump adviser adds to elections officials’ concern about potential interference from Trump administration in voting
www.theguardian.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:59 AM
“We have no guidance or direction on what we need to do,” Le said.

newrepublic.com/maz/post/206...
“I wish you would just hold me in contempt of court so I can get 24 hours of sleep,” Le said. “The system sucks, this job sucks, I am trying with every breath I have to get you what I need.”
newrepublic.com
February 4, 2026 at 4:21 AM
Oof. She doesn’t smile enough? I don’t think people will react to his cranky tantrum in the way he expects.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/live...
Trump scolds CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins for not smiling as she asks about Epstein abuse survivors – live
President replied to Collins’ persistent questions about Epstein files by accusing her of not smiling ‘because you know you’re not telling the truth’
www.theguardian.com
February 4, 2026 at 12:16 AM
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If this doesn’t tug at your heart, make you well up with sadness, you are not human.
January 27, 2026 at 12:56 AM
Just another piece of federal property to repurpose, amiright? I wonder what fresh hell we’ll hear about next...🤔
The president announced the Kennedy Center will close July 4 for a two-year renovation to create a "world class" facility.
Trump Announces 2-Year Closure of Kennedy Center for Renovation
www.newsweek.com
February 2, 2026 at 4:35 AM
If the TX legislature doesn’t meet until 2027, why didn’t they wait to elect a representative until November? I don’t understand. Can he do any work in 2026?
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Democrat flips reliably red Texas district in victory that stuns Republican party
Taylor Rehmet’s win adds to Democrats’ record of overperforming in special elections so far this cycle
www.theguardian.com
February 1, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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Human banner today, San Francisco

#ICEOffOurStreets!!!
January 31, 2026 at 11:02 PM
Celebrating Black military service is not “DEI woke shit.” It’s essential to America’s defense. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
Celebrating Black military service is not “DEI woke shit.” It’s essential to America’s defense.
The Trump administration has sullied the legacy of soldiers our nation relies on.
www.motherjones.com
February 1, 2026 at 12:32 AM
Yes. It’s awfully nice to understand how the people have real power.
open.substack.com/pub/cmarmita...
What to Do When They Arrest Your Governor
Options exist, let's explore them.
open.substack.com
January 31, 2026 at 11:29 PM
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The Right Honorable Mark Carney
Canadian Prime Minister
Liberal Party of Canada
The New Leader of the Free World
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January 29, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Grifting and whining all the time. What a ridiculous man.

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Trump sues IRS and US treasury for $10bn over leak of tax returns
Agencies accused of failing to take precautions to stop former contractor leaking returns to ‘leftist media outlets’
www.theguardian.com
January 30, 2026 at 8:06 AM
Welp this is awkward 😬
2025 Photo of tWumpus & Putin from closed-door Alaska mtg is in the WH Palm Room.
January 28, 2026 at 6:58 PM