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From today’s Russian papers: cucumber prices in Russia jump 42.85% in a month, number of loss-making companies rising, wage arrears growing, “…gap between pensions & wages increasing.” #ReadingRussia
Russia: wage arrears growing, cucumber prices jump 43% in a month
YouTube video by Steve Rosenberg
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February 9, 2026 at 7:55 AM
From today’s Russian papers: cucumber prices in Russia jump 42.85% in a month, number of loss-making companies rising, wage arrears growing, “…gap between pensions & wages increasing.” #ReadingRussia
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Commentary: Trump’s record of reversals, hostility to institutional constraints and indifference to sacrifice convinces adversaries and allies alike that U.S. commitments will not hold.
Trump has killed American deterrence
Trump has shown countless times that he cannot keep promises. His reversals on TikTok, tariffs and Ukraine demonstrate that his commitments have the lifespan of a mayfly.
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February 9, 2026 at 7:44 AM
Commentary: Trump’s record of reversals, hostility to institutional constraints and indifference to sacrifice convinces adversaries and allies alike that U.S. commitments will not hold.
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"Trump’s pursuit of 'peace' in Ukraine has effectively enabled Russia’s war." ICYMI @cathyyoung63.bsky.social: lnk.thebulwark.com/4txnFKn
Russia’s False Promises of Peace
As Putin’s cruel winter war drags on, renewed aid from the United States could tilt things decisively in Ukraine's favor.
lnk.thebulwark.com
February 9, 2026 at 1:00 AM
"Trump’s pursuit of 'peace' in Ukraine has effectively enabled Russia’s war." ICYMI @cathyyoung63.bsky.social: lnk.thebulwark.com/4txnFKn
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That should clear things up.
February 9, 2026 at 3:11 AM
That should clear things up.
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I’m back with another Reading Russia Weekend Extra. In this edition: what the Russian papers have been saying about the talks in Abu Dhabi and the Olympics in Milan-Cortina, plus memories of a Nato chief visiting Moscow 25 years ago. #ReadingRussia
Reading Russia Weekend Extra: memories of a Nato visit to Moscow.
YouTube video by Steve Rosenberg
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February 8, 2026 at 1:11 PM
I’m back with another Reading Russia Weekend Extra. In this edition: what the Russian papers have been saying about the talks in Abu Dhabi and the Olympics in Milan-Cortina, plus memories of a Nato chief visiting Moscow 25 years ago. #ReadingRussia
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Russia’s full-scale invasion began 4 years ago. It began in winter, and so this winter is the 5th. And, for civilians, the worst. Russia launches missiles and drones at energy infrastructure to force Ukrainians to endure the freezing cold. Here's how you can help
snyder.substack.com/p/the-long-u...
snyder.substack.com/p/the-long-u...
The Long Ukrainian Winter
How You Can Help
snyder.substack.com
February 8, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Russia’s full-scale invasion began 4 years ago. It began in winter, and so this winter is the 5th. And, for civilians, the worst. Russia launches missiles and drones at energy infrastructure to force Ukrainians to endure the freezing cold. Here's how you can help
snyder.substack.com/p/the-long-u...
snyder.substack.com/p/the-long-u...
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A massive new voter suppression bill could disenfranchise 21 million Americans before the midterms.
The GOP-led campaign to create barriers to voting follows a series of alarming White House statements telegraphing its intent to interfere with the 2026 midterm elections.
The GOP-led campaign to create barriers to voting follows a series of alarming White House statements telegraphing its intent to interfere with the 2026 midterm elections.
GOP fast tracks monster voter suppression bill that could disenfranchise millions by requiring proof of citizenship at polls
In the past few weeks, passing the legislation has been a unifying rally cry for Republicans, a welcome distraction from the party’s cratering public opinion polls.
www.democracydocket.com
February 9, 2026 at 1:30 AM
A massive new voter suppression bill could disenfranchise 21 million Americans before the midterms.
The GOP-led campaign to create barriers to voting follows a series of alarming White House statements telegraphing its intent to interfere with the 2026 midterm elections.
The GOP-led campaign to create barriers to voting follows a series of alarming White House statements telegraphing its intent to interfere with the 2026 midterm elections.
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President Trump has not imposed any effective sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine during a year of his second term, the BBC reported. Experts say attempts to pressure the ruble were minimal, while Russia’s oil revenue fell due to Europe, not the US. #Ukraine
February 8, 2026 at 9:40 AM
President Trump has not imposed any effective sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine during a year of his second term, the BBC reported. Experts say attempts to pressure the ruble were minimal, while Russia’s oil revenue fell due to Europe, not the US. #Ukraine
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Look everyone, for now no one in the Trump administration will be held accountable, no one will be investigated for their corruption or their treason, no one will stop their stealing and their taking of bribes.
The only way this stops is a massive Democratic victory in 2026. That's it.
The only way this stops is a massive Democratic victory in 2026. That's it.
February 7, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Look everyone, for now no one in the Trump administration will be held accountable, no one will be investigated for their corruption or their treason, no one will stop their stealing and their taking of bribes.
The only way this stops is a massive Democratic victory in 2026. That's it.
The only way this stops is a massive Democratic victory in 2026. That's it.
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A federal judge in Oregon issued a sweeping rebuke of the Justice Department’s nationwide push to seize state voter rolls, ruling that the department can no longer be presumed to be acting in good faith and warning that its conduct threatens voters and states’ rights.
Federal judge rules DOJ can ‘no longer’ be trusted in voter roll crusade
The judge pointed to a letter from Bondi to Minnesota that tied federal immigration enforcement to demands for voter data as the smoking gun.
www.democracydocket.com
February 7, 2026 at 9:59 PM
A federal judge in Oregon issued a sweeping rebuke of the Justice Department’s nationwide push to seize state voter rolls, ruling that the department can no longer be presumed to be acting in good faith and warning that its conduct threatens voters and states’ rights.
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In this episode, I explain Trump’s escalating threats, DOJ ballot seizures, and the real plan to undermine free and fair voting in targeted states and cities.
Watch and share.
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DESPERATE Trump Plans Hostile Election Takeover
YouTube video by Democracy Docket
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February 8, 2026 at 2:50 AM
In this episode, I explain Trump’s escalating threats, DOJ ballot seizures, and the real plan to undermine free and fair voting in targeted states and cities.
Watch and share.
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Watch and share.
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⚡️ 'The worst damage we have seen' — Ukraine's energy crisis deepens after latest mass Russian attack.
"This is a war crime committed by Russia," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
"This is a war crime committed by Russia," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
'The worst damage we have seen' — Ukraine's energy crisis deepens after latest mass Russian attack
"This is a war crime committed by Russia," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
kyivindependent.com
February 4, 2026 at 12:30 PM
⚡️ 'The worst damage we have seen' — Ukraine's energy crisis deepens after latest mass Russian attack.
"This is a war crime committed by Russia," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
"This is a war crime committed by Russia," Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
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Hi All, I sent out two pieces yesterday in another crazy day. The second, last night was how Trump has, once again, helped Putin kill and freeze Ukrainians. It’s free and I even had to update it this morning after Trump defended Putin's war crimes last night. open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
Trump Helps Putin Kill Ukrainians: A Case Study
Update: Since this piece appeared Donald Trump confirmed just how much he is in Putin’s pocket.
open.substack.com
February 4, 2026 at 8:06 AM
Hi All, I sent out two pieces yesterday in another crazy day. The second, last night was how Trump has, once again, helped Putin kill and freeze Ukrainians. It’s free and I even had to update it this morning after Trump defended Putin's war crimes last night. open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
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Russia carried out its largest attack since the start of the year, striking DTEK thermal power plants and at least four major energy sites, the company said. Equipment was seriously damaged, including in Kharkiv. Power, water and heating were cut as temperatures fell below minus 20 C. #Ukraine
February 3, 2026 at 7:02 AM
Russia carried out its largest attack since the start of the year, striking DTEK thermal power plants and at least four major energy sites, the company said. Equipment was seriously damaged, including in Kharkiv. Power, water and heating were cut as temperatures fell below minus 20 C. #Ukraine
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I know it doesn’t matter to most people anymore, and I know that he lies as he breathes, but Trump today said once again that he won 3 elections in a row - 2016, 2020, & 2024 - and no one batted an eye, no one called him out on his lie, and no one asked him how that was constitutionally possible.
February 3, 2026 at 1:29 AM
I know it doesn’t matter to most people anymore, and I know that he lies as he breathes, but Trump today said once again that he won 3 elections in a row - 2016, 2020, & 2024 - and no one batted an eye, no one called him out on his lie, and no one asked him how that was constitutionally possible.
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This, along with the seizure of ballots and voting data, is another massive red flag for Americans: This is the kind of thing authoritarians say and do when they are preparing to rig the vote.
They are preparing to steal your vote, and you have to take action now to stop them.
They are preparing to steal your vote, and you have to take action now to stop them.
February 2, 2026 at 7:43 PM
This, along with the seizure of ballots and voting data, is another massive red flag for Americans: This is the kind of thing authoritarians say and do when they are preparing to rig the vote.
They are preparing to steal your vote, and you have to take action now to stop them.
They are preparing to steal your vote, and you have to take action now to stop them.
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Trump humiliating again and again..
The American moron chases Russian riches while Putin promises not to bomb Ukraine's cities.
Largest attack of the war. Trump really is Putin's bitch.
The American moron chases Russian riches while Putin promises not to bomb Ukraine's cities.
Largest attack of the war. Trump really is Putin's bitch.
February 3, 2026 at 6:32 AM
Trump humiliating again and again..
The American moron chases Russian riches while Putin promises not to bomb Ukraine's cities.
Largest attack of the war. Trump really is Putin's bitch.
The American moron chases Russian riches while Putin promises not to bomb Ukraine's cities.
Largest attack of the war. Trump really is Putin's bitch.
IF tRump's lips move, he is lying:-
"Russian forces launched a mass ballistic missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight on Feb. 3, striking multiple residential buildings across the city officials said".
"Russian forces launched a mass ballistic missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight on Feb. 3, striking multiple residential buildings across the city officials said".
⁉️ We may have good news: Trump on prospects for ending war in Ukraine
We may have good news: Trump on prospects for ending war in Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has said Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin agreed to pause attacks on Ukraine’s energy sector for a week and suggests there could be positive developments on the war
www.pravda.com.ua
February 3, 2026 at 7:00 AM
IF tRump's lips move, he is lying:-
"Russian forces launched a mass ballistic missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight on Feb. 3, striking multiple residential buildings across the city officials said".
"Russian forces launched a mass ballistic missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight on Feb. 3, striking multiple residential buildings across the city officials said".
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Starmer thaws China relations: what’s at stake? - The Latest
Starmer thaws China relations: what’s at stake? - The Latest
Keir Starmer has landed in China to meet Xi Jinping, in the first trip to the country by a UK prime minister in eight years. Nosheen Iqbal speaks to Guardian political editor Pippa Crerar, who joins from Beijing.
www.theguardian.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:28 AM
Starmer thaws China relations: what’s at stake? - The Latest
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Trump Unleashed The Cruelty We’re Seeing On Our Streets. Trump’s To Blame: I saw some talking head yesterday blaming Stephen Miller for what ICE is doing. She said Miller is evil and belongs in jail for what he’s done. Maybe, but that talking head was afraid to say the same damn thing about the…
Trump Unleashed The Cruelty We’re Seeing On Our Streets. Trump’s To Blame
I saw some talking head yesterday blaming Stephen Miller for what ICE is doing. She said Miller is evil and belongs in jail for what he’s done. Maybe, but that talking head was afraid to say the same damn thing about the person who hired Stephen Miller. He is the evil one who belongs in jail.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Trump Unleashed The Cruelty We’re Seeing On Our Streets. Trump’s To Blame: I saw some talking head yesterday blaming Stephen Miller for what ICE is doing. She said Miller is evil and belongs in jail for what he’s done. Maybe, but that talking head was afraid to say the same damn thing about the…
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Putin just attacked and murdered civilians on a train.
Yet Trump is mad Ukraine hit military planes
Yet Trump is mad Ukraine hit military planes
January 29, 2026 at 2:45 AM
Putin just attacked and murdered civilians on a train.
Yet Trump is mad Ukraine hit military planes
Yet Trump is mad Ukraine hit military planes
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The president of the United States had his Justice Dept. raid an election office and seize ballots in order to cast doubt on an election he lost. Yet, this is treated by legacy media as just another normal day.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:01 AM
The president of the United States had his Justice Dept. raid an election office and seize ballots in order to cast doubt on an election he lost. Yet, this is treated by legacy media as just another normal day.
I founded Democracy Docket because you deserve better. Subscribe now. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
I founded Democracy Docket because you deserve better. Subscribe now. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
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Trump is dispatching Border Czar Tom Homan to Minnesota to "manage operations on the ground."
In case you missed it, here's our investigation into Homan and his relationships with government contractors/consultants cashing in on the deportation business:
In case you missed it, here's our investigation into Homan and his relationships with government contractors/consultants cashing in on the deportation business:
Trading on Tom Homan: Inside the Push to Cash in on the Trump Administration’s Deportation Campaign
A Pennsylvania businessman who had Tom Homan on his payroll led companies to believe his connections to the future border czar could help advance their bids for government work, industry executives sa...
www.propublica.org
January 29, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Trump is dispatching Border Czar Tom Homan to Minnesota to "manage operations on the ground."
In case you missed it, here's our investigation into Homan and his relationships with government contractors/consultants cashing in on the deportation business:
In case you missed it, here's our investigation into Homan and his relationships with government contractors/consultants cashing in on the deportation business:
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