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Leslie 📢
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She/her. Wife, mother, volunteer usher, former school board member
AML and BMT survivor. Cat lover with no cats. #Mets, #NYGiants and #Celtics fan
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My question is off-topic but timely.

What do you think of the propsed NY & CA AI regulations?

The political battles surrounding these regs seem to pit factions against each other that are at other times aligned (EA vs CryptoBros, e.g.). Are they acting as each others' controlled opposition?
As Hochul Considers an A.I. Bill, Its Sponsor Throws Her a Fund-Raiser
www.nytimes.com
December 5, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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Flashback to 2013. Ted Sarandos to GQ: “the goal is to become HBO faster than HBO can become us"

And now, this. Holy shit
Warner Bros. Discovery and Netflix Enter Exclusive Deal Negotiations
The move comes after the latest round of bids for the media company. Paramount and Comcast also made offers.
www.wsj.com
December 5, 2025 at 7:26 AM
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Spotify has laid off thousands in recent years, while reportedly paying artists $0.003 per stream.

Spotify profits rose 28% in Q3. Its CEO is worth $9.8 billion. It's making money off ICE recruitment ads.

Don't you think it's time put a wrap on corporate greed and exploitation?
December 4, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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December 5, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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THIS is where we are in terms of freedom of press ⬇️
December 5, 2025 at 4:10 AM
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Egg producers suspect bird flu is traveling through the air.

After a disastrous Midwestern outbreak early this year, we tested that theory and found that where the wind blew, the virus followed.

Vaccines could help, but the USDA hasn’t approved them.
What the U.S. Government Is Dismissing That Could Seed a Bird Flu Pandemic
Egg producers suspect bird flu is traveling through the air. After a disastrous Midwestern outbreak early this year, we tested that theory and found that where the wind blew, the virus followed. Vacci...
www.propublica.org
December 4, 2025 at 2:30 AM
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Americans have been dragged, tackled, beaten, tased and shot by immigration agents.

They’ve had their necks kneeled on.

They’ve been held outside in the rain while in their underwear.

At least three citizens were pregnant when agents detained them.
More Than 170 U.S. Citizens Have Been Held by Immigration Agents. They’ve Been Kicked, Dragged and Detained for Days.
The government does not track how often immigration agents grab citizens. So ProPublica did. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes people who were held for days without a lawyer. And near...
www.propublica.org
December 4, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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(ABC) “A federal grand jury in Norfolk, VA, refused to indict NY AG Letitia James for alleged mortgage fraud on Thursday, rejecting DOJ’s attempt to refile the case just 10 days after a federal judge dismissed an earlier case based on the unlawful appointment of an AG."
WONDERFUL!!!
December 5, 2025 at 6:07 AM
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I give it six months before he’s donning a military uniform and giving four-hour speeches from balconies.
"The Donald Trump administration has changed which holidays qualify for free entrance to national parks, removing two holidays celebrating Black people and adding the president’s birthday."
National parks change prioritizes Trump birthday over days honoring Black people
Free entrance days at national parks no longer include MLK Day and Juneteenth.
www.sfgate.com
December 5, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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The American people have made it clear: they overwhelmingly support permanent protections for Dreamers. The Dream Act reflects that bipartisan support and would strengthen our country. It’s time for Congress to pass it.
December 4, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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This week, I helped introduce the Family Vaccine Protection Act to protect access to vaccines and safeguard proven science from the Trump Administration's attacks.

We must continue to fight for these measures that will make our communities healthier and stronger.
December 4, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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Yesterday, I talked with The Contrarian about my efforts to fight corruption in Jersey.
 
Whether from Democrats or Republicans, in national or state governments, we must stand up to corruption in all its forms.
December 4, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Trump isn’t fixing the housing crisis — he’s lighting it on fire.
❌ Reckless tariffs that jack up building costs
❌ Gutting HUD
❌ Rolling back civil rights protections
❌ Turning ICE loose in neighborhoods
Families pay the price. #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
December 5, 2025 at 6:10 AM
FEDWATCH: Today’s ADP data shows clear deterioration — with a real risk that unemployment blows past 4.5% sooner rather than later.

Trump’s economy isn’t “booming.” It’s flashing warnings everywhere you look.
#TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
December 5, 2025 at 6:09 AM
Families are getting crushed by exploding fuel costs, labor shortages, Trump’s tariffs, and weather-driven crop losses. Milk, eggs, bread, produce — everything’s up. The result? Skipped meals, smaller carts, and budgets stretched to the breaking point. #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis
December 5, 2025 at 6:09 AM
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Every woman in America should be outraged that she was discharged while in active labor. What a travesty this entire situation has been.
November 28, 2025 at 3:20 AM
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New Orleans Mayor-elect
Helena Moreno launches resource site for immigrants.

It's currently an online directory to inform the community about legal rights with federal immigration operations. A mechanism to report abuse will be added.
#USDemocracy #Voices4Victory
#NuevaOrleans #DerechosHumanos
Community Resources — Helena Moreno for Mayor
Our first priority is keeping everyone in New Orleans safe.
helenamorenola.com
November 28, 2025 at 2:29 AM
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NEWSWEEK: “Tennessee Democrats are investigating postcards allegedly sent to voters with an incorrect date for the upcoming special election…” (ELECTION IS 12/2)

Why is Sec. Hargett not looking into it🤔?

www.newsweek.com/democrats-in...
November 27, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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Wishing all a beautiful Thanksgiving holiday! Appreciation for all of you sharing creative, news and awareness communities here on BlueSky.
This vetted pack includes pros! Comedy, Writers, SNL, Conan, Musicians, Actors, Filmmakers, Political Analysts, Friends.
November 26, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Republicans are panicking in #TN07 🔥
Aftyn Behn turned their “safe red” seat into a real fight, forcing them to dump millions and fly in JD Vance. A people-powered campaign is cracking their grip. She’s calling out high prices, rigged tariffs, and a system that treats Tennesseans like collateral.
November 26, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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It’s Thanksgiving time again and the cost of living continues to rise.
It doesn’t have to be this way…vote for
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November 24, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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Remember last year when we said we would drop The Tribune's paywall if we raised enough money to support the transition to free? About that… 😁
The Salt Lake Tribune will drop its paywall next year, CEO tells donors at NewsMakers gala
After years of requiring people to pay for online news content, The Tribune announced an upcoming change during its 2025 annual NewsMakers Gala.
www.sltrib.com
November 23, 2025 at 8:36 PM