Joe Laur
@joelaur.bsky.social
Father, husband, grandfather, artist, woodworker, entrepreneur, facilitator, sometimes singer songwriter.
‘This Is Trump’s Goon Squad, for Christ’s Sake’ www.nytimes.com/2026/01/20/o...
Opinion | ‘This Is Trump’s Goon Squad, for Christ’s Sake’
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January 21, 2026 at 7:45 PM
‘This Is Trump’s Goon Squad, for Christ’s Sake’ www.nytimes.com/2026/01/20/o...
Fascism is nothing new in our nation. Chicago, 1968. The South during Jim Crow and the Civil Rights era. The pro Nazi America First movement in the 1930’s. The attacks on union organizers.
In Minneapolis, a Pattern of Misconduct Toward Protesters www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/u...
In Minneapolis, a Pattern of Misconduct Toward Protesters www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/u...
In Minneapolis, a Pattern of Misconduct Toward Protesters
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January 19, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Fascism is nothing new in our nation. Chicago, 1968. The South during Jim Crow and the Civil Rights era. The pro Nazi America First movement in the 1930’s. The attacks on union organizers.
In Minneapolis, a Pattern of Misconduct Toward Protesters www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/u...
In Minneapolis, a Pattern of Misconduct Toward Protesters www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/u...
Video Analysis of ICE Shooting Sheds Light on Contested Moments www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
Video: Video Analysis of ICE Shooting Sheds Light on Contested Moments
Newly available videos and existing footage synchronized and assessed by The Times provides a millisecond-by-millisecond look at how an ICE officer ended up shooting and killing a motorist in Minneapo...
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January 16, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Video Analysis of ICE Shooting Sheds Light on Contested Moments www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...
Initial Review Finds No Widespread Illegal Voting by Migrants, Puncturing a Trump Claim www.nytimes.com/2026/01/14/u...
Initial Review Finds No Widespread Illegal Voting by Migrants, Puncturing a Trump Claim
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January 14, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Initial Review Finds No Widespread Illegal Voting by Migrants, Puncturing a Trump Claim www.nytimes.com/2026/01/14/u...
‘Like a Military Occupation’: Clashes Rise With Federal Agents in Minneapolis www.nytimes.com/2026/01/13/u...
all of a sudden, the second amendment people are starting to make sense.
all of a sudden, the second amendment people are starting to make sense.
‘Like a Military Occupation’: Clashes Rise With Federal Agents in Minneapolis
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January 14, 2026 at 1:24 AM
‘Like a Military Occupation’: Clashes Rise With Federal Agents in Minneapolis www.nytimes.com/2026/01/13/u...
all of a sudden, the second amendment people are starting to make sense.
all of a sudden, the second amendment people are starting to make sense.
E.P.A. to Stop Considering Lives Saved When Setting Rules on Air Pollution www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...
E.P.A. to Stop Considering Lives Saved When Setting Rules on Air Pollution
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January 12, 2026 at 6:32 PM
E.P.A. to Stop Considering Lives Saved When Setting Rules on Air Pollution www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...
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December 23, 2025 at 4:50 PM
‘60 Minutes’ Pulled a Segment. A Correspondent Calls It ‘Political.’ www.nytimes.com/2025/12/21/b...
Cowardly Broadcasting Network?
Cowardly Broadcasting Network?
‘60 Minutes’ Pulled a Segment. A Correspondent Calls It ‘Political.’
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December 22, 2025 at 10:37 AM
‘60 Minutes’ Pulled a Segment. A Correspondent Calls It ‘Political.’ www.nytimes.com/2025/12/21/b...
Cowardly Broadcasting Network?
Cowardly Broadcasting Network?
Hundreds of Swimmers and Surfers Honor Bondi Beach Victims www.nytimes.com/video/world/...
Video: Hundreds of Swimmers and Surfers Honor Bondi Beach Victims
Hundreds of swimmers and surfers paddled out and held a moment of silence for the 15 victims killed and dozens injured during a Hanukkah festival at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia.
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December 20, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Hundreds of Swimmers and Surfers Honor Bondi Beach Victims www.nytimes.com/video/world/...
I bought an automated meat processor and dehydrator. It promised smooth operation, but it came out jerky.
December 3, 2025 at 12:36 PM
I bought an automated meat processor and dehydrator. It promised smooth operation, but it came out jerky.
The only flaw our dogs have is their short lifespans. Run on Simba, run on. Your spirit is living and strong.💔
November 14, 2025 at 11:54 AM
The only flaw our dogs have is their short lifespans. Run on Simba, run on. Your spirit is living and strong.💔
One thing is certain in this time of food uncertainty. The Supreme Court justices will dine well tonight.
Families in Limbo After Supreme Court Order Interrupts Food Stamp Payments www.nytimes.com/2025/11/08/u...
Families in Limbo After Supreme Court Order Interrupts Food Stamp Payments www.nytimes.com/2025/11/08/u...
Families in Limbo After Supreme Court Order Interrupts Food Stamp Payments
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November 8, 2025 at 7:12 PM
One thing is certain in this time of food uncertainty. The Supreme Court justices will dine well tonight.
Families in Limbo After Supreme Court Order Interrupts Food Stamp Payments www.nytimes.com/2025/11/08/u...
Families in Limbo After Supreme Court Order Interrupts Food Stamp Payments www.nytimes.com/2025/11/08/u...
ICE Has Begun Immigration Crackdown in Massachusetts www.nytimes.com/2025/09/06/u...
The fascists are coming! Any resistance activities planned in MA?
Itching for some direct confrontation and action. I’m in my 70’s and beat cancer- these bastards don’t scare me- i had ex-wives that were tougher.
The fascists are coming! Any resistance activities planned in MA?
Itching for some direct confrontation and action. I’m in my 70’s and beat cancer- these bastards don’t scare me- i had ex-wives that were tougher.
ICE Has Begun Immigration Crackdown in Massachusetts
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September 7, 2025 at 11:37 AM
ICE Has Begun Immigration Crackdown in Massachusetts www.nytimes.com/2025/09/06/u...
The fascists are coming! Any resistance activities planned in MA?
Itching for some direct confrontation and action. I’m in my 70’s and beat cancer- these bastards don’t scare me- i had ex-wives that were tougher.
The fascists are coming! Any resistance activities planned in MA?
Itching for some direct confrontation and action. I’m in my 70’s and beat cancer- these bastards don’t scare me- i had ex-wives that were tougher.
Israel’s Exhausted Soldiers Complicate Plans for Gaza Assault www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/w...
Israel’s Exhausted Soldiers Complicate Plans for Gaza Assault
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August 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Israel’s Exhausted Soldiers Complicate Plans for Gaza Assault www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/w...
Poorest Americans Dealt Biggest Blow Under Senate Republican Tax Package www.nytimes.com/2025/07/01/b...
Cut health care and nutrition for the poor so rich Americans can have tax breaks. Immoral.
Cut health care and nutrition for the poor so rich Americans can have tax breaks. Immoral.
Poorest Americans Dealt Biggest Blow Under Senate Republican Tax Package
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July 2, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Poorest Americans Dealt Biggest Blow Under Senate Republican Tax Package www.nytimes.com/2025/07/01/b...
Cut health care and nutrition for the poor so rich Americans can have tax breaks. Immoral.
Cut health care and nutrition for the poor so rich Americans can have tax breaks. Immoral.
Hammock along the trout stream on a 90+ day. Heaven.
June 25, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Hammock along the trout stream on a 90+ day. Heaven.
These testosterone supplements work fast!
June 21, 2025 at 9:57 AM
These testosterone supplements work fast!
Reposted by Joe Laur
Empire crumblin’, cracks in the concrete,
Flexin’ dead power, paradin’ for a birthday freak,
Donald’s lil’ march; just fascist chic.
Whole world watchin’, America look weak,
Flag draggin’ ain’t strength; it’s a cosplay retreat,
Ego so loud, but his soul don’t speak.
#NoKingsDay #FDT #4R
Flexin’ dead power, paradin’ for a birthday freak,
Donald’s lil’ march; just fascist chic.
Whole world watchin’, America look weak,
Flag draggin’ ain’t strength; it’s a cosplay retreat,
Ego so loud, but his soul don’t speak.
#NoKingsDay #FDT #4R
June 13, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Empire crumblin’, cracks in the concrete,
Flexin’ dead power, paradin’ for a birthday freak,
Donald’s lil’ march; just fascist chic.
Whole world watchin’, America look weak,
Flag draggin’ ain’t strength; it’s a cosplay retreat,
Ego so loud, but his soul don’t speak.
#NoKingsDay #FDT #4R
Flexin’ dead power, paradin’ for a birthday freak,
Donald’s lil’ march; just fascist chic.
Whole world watchin’, America look weak,
Flag draggin’ ain’t strength; it’s a cosplay retreat,
Ego so loud, but his soul don’t speak.
#NoKingsDay #FDT #4R
It’d be nice to flood social media with Obama’s photo, on this, his special day.
June 14, 2025 at 11:57 AM
It’d be nice to flood social media with Obama’s photo, on this, his special day.
This Israeli Government Is a Danger to Jews Everywhere www.nytimes.com/2025/06/10/o...
Opinion | This Israeli Government Is a Danger to Jews Everywhere
The price will be high if people don’t resist Netanyahu’s ugly, nihilistic Gaza policy.
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June 11, 2025 at 9:54 AM
This Israeli Government Is a Danger to Jews Everywhere www.nytimes.com/2025/06/10/o...
Replaced a blanket chest and wardrobe in my cabin with a daybed. traded storage for living space- what a difference!
May 25, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Replaced a blanket chest and wardrobe in my cabin with a daybed. traded storage for living space- what a difference!
hey kid! That’s a nice E bike you have there. It’d be a shame if some old guy took it for a ride!
May 21, 2025 at 12:23 PM
hey kid! That’s a nice E bike you have there. It’d be a shame if some old guy took it for a ride!
Dog is my copilot! Simba and I on the way to Fall Lake! 3 day Road trip!
May 18, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Dog is my copilot! Simba and I on the way to Fall Lake! 3 day Road trip!
Dog is my copilot! Simba and I on the way to Fall Lake! 3 day Road trip!
May 18, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Dog is my copilot! Simba and I on the way to Fall Lake! 3 day Road trip!