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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 12h

As Trump guts workplace safety, rolls back worker protections, and empowers corporations to exploit workers, unions have never been more crucial.

Congratulations to these workers for winning their union. In these dark times, we can always find hope in the labor movement.

SEIU_ORG (@seiu.org)

Worker power in action! Let's get it!💜

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Charlie Richmond (Gyro Gearloose) 311.3ppm @charlierichmond.bsky.social · 1m

Podcast: Did Wall Street Just Admit It’s a Casino After All? - Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Did Wall Street Just Admit It’s a Casino After All?

On this week’s Everybody’s Business, we break down the Polymarket deal and look at whether AI is a bubble waiting to burst.

www.bloomberg.com

Charlie Richmond (Gyro Gearloose) 311.3ppm @charlierichmond.bsky.social · 1m

GOP Voters Sour on the Trump Economy. That's Bad for Republicans. - Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

Even GOP Voters Are Souring on This Economy

Here’s a shocker: Democrats and Republicans don’t see eye-to-eye on the economy.

www.bloomberg.com

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 11h

Amazing what happens when you give the guy a plane

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Charlie Richmond (Gyro Gearloose) 311.3ppm @charlierichmond.bsky.social · 2m

China’s Mission to Quit American Produce Takes It to Africa - Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...

China’s Mission to Quit American Produce Takes It to Africa

After avocados from South Africa, honey from Tanzania and mutton from Madagascar, it’s Angola’s turn to ink lucrative deals with Beijing.

www.bloomberg.com

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𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕒𝕖 𝔾𝕦𝕣𝕝 @sundaedivine.bsky.social · 2h

Anti-vax onstage, Pfizer backstage.

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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 10h

With Larry Ellison in control of TikTok, we now have right-wingers or looney far-right wingers in control of most of the major social media platforms.

Right-Wing Moguls Dominate Social Media. One Legal Fix Can Help Stem the Tide.

Revising Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act would make outlets more accountable for the content they platform.

www.thenation.com

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Charlie Richmond (Gyro Gearloose) 311.3ppm @charlierichmond.bsky.social · 3m

Fortress Co-CEO’s Unexpected Death Rattles $53 Billion Debt Firm - Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Fortress Co-CEO’s Unexpected Death Rattles $53 Billion Debt Firm

Well before they became co-chief executive officers, Drew McKnight and Josh Pack were known for their close partnership within Fortress Investment Group.

www.bloomberg.com

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 9h

2017 TRUMP: “Qatar has been a funder of terrorism at a very high level.”

2025 TRUMP: “Thank you, Qatar, for my free $400,000,000 personal jet!”

TRUMP, a few months later: “I'm letting Qatar be the first foreign nation to build a military base on US soil.”

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President Calls on Qatar to Stop Supporting Terrorism

President Trump says the nation of Qatar has been a funder of terrorism at a very high level and that it's time to stop this funding, stop teaching hate, and stop the killing. "We ask Qatar and other ...

www.c-span.org

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Charlie Richmond (Gyro Gearloose) 311.3ppm @charlierichmond.bsky.social · 5m

Froth Risks Are Bubbling Up Across High-Momentum Markets - Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Tariff-Fueled Plunge Has Traders Worried There’s More to Come

Bill Harnisch is no permabear. His hedge fund is up 580% since 2020 thanks to a honed portfolio of bets that this year alone has tripled the S&P 500’s return.

www.bloomberg.com

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Keith Blomstrom @ecoranger.bsky.social · 11h

Do not take advice from a former heroine addict.

Live 5 News @live5news.com · 12h

Autism ‘highly likely’ linked to Tylenol and circumcision, RFK Jr. says #usnews

Autism ‘highly likely’ linked to Tylenol and circumcision, RFK Jr. says

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that there may be a link between circumcision and autism. Researchers, however, noted they had no data on painkillers or anesthetics used, and thus couldn’t address whether Tylenol was linked to autism.

www.live5news.com

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Texas Paul @realtexaspaul.com · 2h

You asked. My thoughts on the Qatar expansion of Mountain Home Air Base.

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Charles Keener @charleskeener.bsky.social · 20m

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Trump Appointee With 'History of Discriminatory Practices' Confirmed to Fair Housing Role at HUD | Common Dreams

"Millions of Americans already face barriers to housing," said the NAACP's Legal Defense Fund. "Appointing someone trying to dismantle civil rights protections will only cause more harm."

www.commondreams.org

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 10h

When they say that Trump is the most transparent president in history, they are just talking about the Emperor's new clothes.

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Charlie Richmond (Gyro Gearloose) 311.3ppm @charlierichmond.bsky.social · 6m

Macron Reappoints Lecornu as France’s Prime Minister - Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Macron Reappoints Lecornu as France’s Prime Minister

President Emmanuel Macron reappointed Sebastien Lecornu to be France’s prime minister, giving the centrist ally another shot at naming a new cabinet and getting a budget through a fractious parliament...

www.bloomberg.com

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 11h

CHICAGO — WGN News editor/producer Debbie Brockman grabbed by Trump’s ICE goons.. who then intentionally ram a bystander’s car as they peel away.

More: www.fox32chicago.com/news/wgn-new...

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Charlie Richmond (Gyro Gearloose) 311.3ppm @charlierichmond.bsky.social · 7m

Denmark Buys 16 New Fighter Jets, Invests Billions in the Arctic - Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Denmark Buys 16 New Fighter Jets, Invests Billions in the Arctic

Denmark is investing $8.5 billion in defense capabilities, including a stronger presence in Greenland and 16 new F-35 fighter jets.

www.bloomberg.com

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RichardJR @electricbluesfan.bsky.social · 11h

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🇨🇦 EDMONTON PHARMACIST CAN ONLY GIVE 5 #COVID SHOTS A DAY AMID HIGH DEMAND 🇨🇦

A #pharmacist says a supply bottleneck & a "cumbersome" booking system are creating long waits & widespread frustration for desperate #Albertans.

Angela Amato, CTV News Edmonton
#Yeg #AbHealth #Covid19 #AbPoli #AbLeg