John Finch🇺🇸
@jbird1848.bsky.social
Historian. Educator. Advocate for democratic constitutionally based government, public education, national health care, social security, women’s rights, and human rights.🇺🇸 🇨🇦🇬🇧🇬🇱🇲🇽🇵🇦🇺🇦🦋☮️🇺🇳🏳️🌈🇫🇷🇿🇦🇳🇿
“Until I am carried out, I will carry on.” (Madeleine J. K. #Albright)
“Until I am carried out, I will carry on.” (Madeleine J. K. #Albright)
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John Finch🇺🇸
@jbird1848.bsky.social
· Feb 21
A group of finches is called a charm, especially goldfinches. Charm is an appropriate name for this group of small active songbirds. With the arrival of spring, charms of finches become more noticeable. There are many varieties of finches, but a relatively small total population worldwide.
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“Trump’s Take” is a real-time financial tracker documenting the cash and gifts that President Donald Trump and his family have received by selling the presidency.
MAGA is too stupid (and by now too ashamed) to want to know the TRUTH!
www.americanprogress.org/feature/trum...
MAGA is too stupid (and by now too ashamed) to want to know the TRUTH!
www.americanprogress.org/feature/trum...
Trump’s Take: Tracking the cash and gifts made from selling the presidency.
Tracking the cash and gifts made from selling the presidency.
www.americanprogress.org
December 8, 2025 at 7:09 PM
“Trump’s Take” is a real-time financial tracker documenting the cash and gifts that President Donald Trump and his family have received by selling the presidency.
MAGA is too stupid (and by now too ashamed) to want to know the TRUTH!
www.americanprogress.org/feature/trum...
MAGA is too stupid (and by now too ashamed) to want to know the TRUTH!
www.americanprogress.org/feature/trum...
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Is the Whiskey Rebellion precedent for President Trump's National Guard deployments?
Joshua Braver writes that the Whiskey Rebellion is poor precedent for broad, unreviewable presidential power over domestic deployments.
Joshua Braver writes that the Whiskey Rebellion is poor precedent for broad, unreviewable presidential power over domestic deployments.
Whiskey Rebellion as Precedent for Recent National Guard Deployments?
Judge Nelson is wrong: The Whiskey Rebellion undermines, rather than supports, deference to Trump’s deployment of the National Guard.
www.lawfaremedia.org
December 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Is the Whiskey Rebellion precedent for President Trump's National Guard deployments?
Joshua Braver writes that the Whiskey Rebellion is poor precedent for broad, unreviewable presidential power over domestic deployments.
Joshua Braver writes that the Whiskey Rebellion is poor precedent for broad, unreviewable presidential power over domestic deployments.
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Trump did not divide America. He merely reinforced the political, social, and cultural divisions characterizing contemporary American society.
What Comes After Trump's Age of Monsters?
A truly progressive vision built around a bold and popular agenda is the only hope the United States has to end the Trumpist nightmare and address the nation's myriad social and economic challenges.
www.commondreams.org
December 7, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Trump did not divide America. He merely reinforced the political, social, and cultural divisions characterizing contemporary American society.
“But as the impulse of WWII pushed Americans toward a more just and inclusive society, reactionary leaders gradually chipped away the laws that protected equality. Now, once again, democracy is under attack by those who believe some people are better than others (ed.).” (H. C. Richardson, 12/6).
December 6, 2025
On the sunny Sunday morning of December 7, 1941, Messman Doris Miller had served breakfast aboard the USS West Virginia, stationed in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and was collecting laundry when the first of...
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December 7, 2025 at 5:47 AM
“But as the impulse of WWII pushed Americans toward a more just and inclusive society, reactionary leaders gradually chipped away the laws that protected equality. Now, once again, democracy is under attack by those who believe some people are better than others (ed.).” (H. C. Richardson, 12/6).
Don’t underestimate
Minnesota’s will to resist. We are proud of the efforts Minnesotans have expended to support immigrants for over 160 years.
Minnesota’s will to resist. We are proud of the efforts Minnesotans have expended to support immigrants for over 160 years.
Jack Hopkins (@thejackhopkins)
ICE thought Minneapolis would fold. Instead, a police chief lit a flare bright enough to burn D.C.’s eyebrows.🔥👇
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December 7, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Don’t underestimate
Minnesota’s will to resist. We are proud of the efforts Minnesotans have expended to support immigrants for over 160 years.
Minnesota’s will to resist. We are proud of the efforts Minnesotans have expended to support immigrants for over 160 years.
Robert Reich: “Remember: Almost all of us are the descendants of immigrants who fled persecution, or were brought to America under duress, or sought better lives for themselves and their descendants. Politicians who stoke fear and hatred over immigration want you to forget this. Do not.” (12/3 Sub.)
December 7, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Robert Reich: “Remember: Almost all of us are the descendants of immigrants who fled persecution, or were brought to America under duress, or sought better lives for themselves and their descendants. Politicians who stoke fear and hatred over immigration want you to forget this. Do not.” (12/3 Sub.)
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Videos Said to Show Boat-Strike Survivors Waving From Overturned Hull
www.nytimes.com
December 6, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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THERES A RECKONING COMING FOR YALL. YOU WONT BE ABLE TO HIDE BEHIND YOUR ROBES
December 5, 2025 at 10:45 PM
THERES A RECKONING COMING FOR YALL. YOU WONT BE ABLE TO HIDE BEHIND YOUR ROBES
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We are a nation of immigrants and also a nation of laws, says @mawaldman.bsky.social of @brennancenter.org.
Trump's Denaturalization Rhetoric Violates the Laws and Spirit of America
Stripping citizens of their citizenship in the name of making the electorate more “American” is arguably one of the most un-American acts imaginable.
www.commondreams.org
December 5, 2025 at 12:24 PM
We are a nation of immigrants and also a nation of laws, says @mawaldman.bsky.social of @brennancenter.org.
“Americans are more likely to accept guidance on vaccines from the American Medical Association (AMA) than from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), though trust isn’t particular high for either organization, according to an Annenberg Public Policy Poll.”
www.cidrap.umn.edu
www.cidrap.umn.edu
Poll shows Americans trust AMA over CDC when it comes to vaccines
www.cidrap.umn.edu
December 5, 2025 at 3:09 AM
“Americans are more likely to accept guidance on vaccines from the American Medical Association (AMA) than from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), though trust isn’t particular high for either organization, according to an Annenberg Public Policy Poll.”
www.cidrap.umn.edu
www.cidrap.umn.edu
President Trump sparked backlash this week after calling Somali immigrants “garbage” during a Cabinet meeting — comments The New York Times described as “unapologetic bigotry.”
Somalis have been coming to Minnesota and other states, often as refugees, since the 1990s.
Somalis have been coming to Minnesota and other states, often as refugees, since the 1990s.
December 4, 2025 at 11:37 PM
President Trump sparked backlash this week after calling Somali immigrants “garbage” during a Cabinet meeting — comments The New York Times described as “unapologetic bigotry.”
Somalis have been coming to Minnesota and other states, often as refugees, since the 1990s.
Somalis have been coming to Minnesota and other states, often as refugees, since the 1990s.
Where is the condemnation for Trump’s racist comments about Somali immigrants? Our corporate media are letting these remarks slide. And it’s appalling. Under no circumstances is it normal for a president of the United States to talk about people in this fashion. It’s impeachable.
Jim Acosta (@jimacosta)
Where is the condemnation for Trump’s racist comments about Somali immigrants? Our corporate media are letting these remarks slide. And it’s appalling. Under no circumstances is it normal for a presid...
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December 4, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Where is the condemnation for Trump’s racist comments about Somali immigrants? Our corporate media are letting these remarks slide. And it’s appalling. Under no circumstances is it normal for a president of the United States to talk about people in this fashion. It’s impeachable.
BREAKING: Governor Tim Walz just slammed Donald Trump for his racist comments towards Somali immigrants in America. This is real leadership.
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
Democratic Wins Media (@demwinsmedia)
BREAKING: Governor Tim Walz just slammed Donald Trump for his racist comments towards Somali immigrants in America. This is real leadership.
substack.com
December 4, 2025 at 11:20 PM
BREAKING: Governor Tim Walz just slammed Donald Trump for his racist comments towards Somali immigrants in America. This is real leadership.
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
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When we vote, we’re gonna vote for ICE’s demise, and the demise of everybody working for them
December 4, 2025 at 10:43 PM
When we vote, we’re gonna vote for ICE’s demise, and the demise of everybody working for them
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"ICE is arresting the worst of the worst."
Everything this administration tells us is a lie.
Everything this administration tells us is a lie.
December 4, 2025 at 10:41 PM
"ICE is arresting the worst of the worst."
Everything this administration tells us is a lie.
Everything this administration tells us is a lie.
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The U.S. is the only democracy in the world with:
- Lifetime terms for high court judges
- An electoral college for choosing an executive
- A legislative chamber where legislative minorities routinely and permanently thwart legislative majorities
- 75% requirements for constitutional amendments
- Lifetime terms for high court judges
- An electoral college for choosing an executive
- A legislative chamber where legislative minorities routinely and permanently thwart legislative majorities
- 75% requirements for constitutional amendments
December 3, 2025 at 2:53 PM
The U.S. is the only democracy in the world with:
- Lifetime terms for high court judges
- An electoral college for choosing an executive
- A legislative chamber where legislative minorities routinely and permanently thwart legislative majorities
- 75% requirements for constitutional amendments
- Lifetime terms for high court judges
- An electoral college for choosing an executive
- A legislative chamber where legislative minorities routinely and permanently thwart legislative majorities
- 75% requirements for constitutional amendments
“BREAKING: In a stunning moment, CNBC just admitted Donald Trump has destroyed the U.S. economy and job market. Wow.”
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
Democratic Wins Media (@demwinsmedia)
BREAKING: In a stunning moment, CNBC just admitted Donald Trump has destroyed the U.S. economy and job market. Wow.
substack.com
December 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
“BREAKING: In a stunning moment, CNBC just admitted Donald Trump has destroyed the U.S. economy and job market. Wow.”
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
substack.com/@demwinsmedi...
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Pete Hegseth must be held accountable for this serious violation of the laws of war and the Trump administration cannot be allowed to continue their reckless attacks with no accountability.
December 2, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Pete Hegseth must be held accountable for this serious violation of the laws of war and the Trump administration cannot be allowed to continue their reckless attacks with no accountability.
BREAKING: In a stunning moment, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara just announced his police department will not work with ICE and other federal immigration authorities. Local government is standing up to Trump.
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Really American (@reallyamerican)
BREAKING: In a stunning moment, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara just announced his police department will not work with ICE and other federal immigration authorities. Local government is standin...
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December 3, 2025 at 12:02 PM
BREAKING: In a stunning moment, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara just announced his police department will not work with ICE and other federal immigration authorities. Local government is standing up to Trump.
substack.com/@reallyameri...
substack.com/@reallyameri...
President Donald Trump ended his Cabinet meeting on Tuesday by asserting he does not want Somali immigrants in the United States. He has repeatedly singled out Somalis since last week’s shooting of two National Guard even though the alleged shooter is an Afghan.
www.cnn.com/2025/12/02/u...
www.cnn.com/2025/12/02/u...
ICE to launch operation targeting Somali immigrants in Twin Cities, federal official says, as Trump calls community ‘garbage’ | CNN
A new Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, will target undocumented Somali immigrants, a federal official told CNN on Tuesday.
www.cnn.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:22 AM
President Donald Trump ended his Cabinet meeting on Tuesday by asserting he does not want Somali immigrants in the United States. He has repeatedly singled out Somalis since last week’s shooting of two National Guard even though the alleged shooter is an Afghan.
www.cnn.com/2025/12/02/u...
www.cnn.com/2025/12/02/u...
“A new review of more than 400 studies spanning 40 years finds no evidence that delaying the universal hepatitis B vaccine birth dose improves safety or effectiveness.” (Laine Bergeson, CIDRAP News editor/writer. 2 Dec. 2025)
New review finds no evidence to support delaying universal hepatitis B birth-dose vaccination
www.cidrap.umn.edu
December 3, 2025 at 12:03 AM
“A new review of more than 400 studies spanning 40 years finds no evidence that delaying the universal hepatitis B vaccine birth dose improves safety or effectiveness.” (Laine Bergeson, CIDRAP News editor/writer. 2 Dec. 2025)
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So Trump wants Ukraine to give up its territory and effectively its sovereignty so he can make business deals with Russia.
Sounds corrupt
Sounds corrupt
November 30, 2025 at 1:50 AM
So Trump wants Ukraine to give up its territory and effectively its sovereignty so he can make business deals with Russia.
Sounds corrupt
Sounds corrupt
Trump's crypto memecoin.
Multi-million dinners with CEOs.
Firing independent officials in charge of rooting out corruption.
Giant tax cuts to Trump's billionaire friends.
Donald Trump is the most corrupt president in our nation's history.
Multi-million dinners with CEOs.
Firing independent officials in charge of rooting out corruption.
Giant tax cuts to Trump's billionaire friends.
Donald Trump is the most corrupt president in our nation's history.
Senator Elizabeth Warren (@senatorwarren)
Trump's crypto memecoin.
Multi-million dinners with CEOs.
Firing independent officials in charge of rooting out corruption.
Giant tax cuts to Trump's billionaire friends.
Donald Trump is the most ...
substack.com
December 1, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Trump's crypto memecoin.
Multi-million dinners with CEOs.
Firing independent officials in charge of rooting out corruption.
Giant tax cuts to Trump's billionaire friends.
Donald Trump is the most corrupt president in our nation's history.
Multi-million dinners with CEOs.
Firing independent officials in charge of rooting out corruption.
Giant tax cuts to Trump's billionaire friends.
Donald Trump is the most corrupt president in our nation's history.