Mark Slavkin
@markslavkin.bsky.social
Passionate advocate for democracy, arts education, and the well being of kids and families. Board member for Communities in Schools- LA and Create CA. Proud Angeleno and fan of Dodgers, Lakers, and everything USC.
Indeed. We should remember the NFL is a consortium of billionaire owners, many of whom are Republicans. The entire event is to promote and advance their product across the world. This was not a coup by undercover woke people.
February 9, 2026 at 1:37 AM
Indeed. We should remember the NFL is a consortium of billionaire owners, many of whom are Republicans. The entire event is to promote and advance their product across the world. This was not a coup by undercover woke people.
It is shameful when a President believes the oath he took only applies to serving the people of states that voted for him.
February 8, 2026 at 10:43 PM
It is shameful when a President believes the oath he took only applies to serving the people of states that voted for him.
Meanwhile, the terror ICE is inflicting on our communities sparks fear among all kids, regardless of their immigration status. “Why are there soldiers all around?” “Where did they take our friend?”
February 8, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Meanwhile, the terror ICE is inflicting on our communities sparks fear among all kids, regardless of their immigration status. “Why are there soldiers all around?” “Where did they take our friend?”
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As FBI agents equipped with a signed warrant prepared to document blood spatter and bullet holes in Renee Good’s SUV, they were ordered to stop by officials in Washington worried that an investigation would contradict Trump’s version of events. @londonoe.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/2026/02/07/u...
Prosecutors Began Investigating Renee Good’s Killing. Washington Told Them to Stop.
www.nytimes.com
February 7, 2026 at 9:44 PM
As FBI agents equipped with a signed warrant prepared to document blood spatter and bullet holes in Renee Good’s SUV, they were ordered to stop by officials in Washington worried that an investigation would contradict Trump’s version of events. @londonoe.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/2026/02/07/u...
When you are animated by cruelty and devoid of basic human decency, the notion of an apology is simply beyond his ability to fathom. He denigrates the office he holds on a daily basis. Simply a national embarrassment.
February 7, 2026 at 7:03 PM
When you are animated by cruelty and devoid of basic human decency, the notion of an apology is simply beyond his ability to fathom. He denigrates the office he holds on a daily basis. Simply a national embarrassment.
Another reminder Trump doesn’t understand or respect the duty of his office to serve the entire nation, not just the minority who support him.
February 6, 2026 at 10:25 PM
Another reminder Trump doesn’t understand or respect the duty of his office to serve the entire nation, not just the minority who support him.
Trump’s M.O. for leverage becomes more obvious every day. 1) express outrage about a person or place that is “just horrible.” 2) threaten to bomb or withhold funding or legal protections to which they are otherwise entitled 3) demand they cave in and do what you command
February 6, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Trump’s M.O. for leverage becomes more obvious every day. 1) express outrage about a person or place that is “just horrible.” 2) threaten to bomb or withhold funding or legal protections to which they are otherwise entitled 3) demand they cave in and do what you command
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18 U.S. Code § 592 makes it a crime punishable by 5 years in prison to deploy federal troops to polling places
Steve Bannon calls for Trump to deploy ICE and military troops to polling sites
The Trump ally was one of few GOP voices to support the president’s push to nationalize voting.
www.politico.com
February 5, 2026 at 10:37 PM
18 U.S. Code § 592 makes it a crime punishable by 5 years in prison to deploy federal troops to polling places
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Senator Thune: “please keep in mind we are blind to injustice and deaf to the pleas of the American people. Until Trump gives us marching orders, we need to keep our heads buried deep in the sand.”
February 5, 2026 at 10:52 PM
Senator Thune: “please keep in mind we are blind to injustice and deaf to the pleas of the American people. Until Trump gives us marching orders, we need to keep our heads buried deep in the sand.”
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USC names Beong-Soo Kim as its 'next generation' president
USC names Beong-Soo Kim as its 'next generation' president
USC on Wednesday said Beong-Soo Kim, the interim campus president since June, would become president.
www.latimes.com
February 4, 2026 at 9:45 PM
USC names Beong-Soo Kim as its 'next generation' president
A sad loss. Pacific Dining Car was the go-to place for breakfast meetings during my time in elected office.
February 3, 2026 at 2:16 AM
A sad loss. Pacific Dining Car was the go-to place for breakfast meetings during my time in elected office.
Painful to watch Trump gut what was once one of our nation’s most important cultural institutions. He fired a staff of top arts administrators, alienated artists and offended audiences, leaving a hollow shell. This “living memorial” to President Kennedy has been defaced.
February 2, 2026 at 1:19 AM
Painful to watch Trump gut what was once one of our nation’s most important cultural institutions. He fired a staff of top arts administrators, alienated artists and offended audiences, leaving a hollow shell. This “living memorial” to President Kennedy has been defaced.
Bluster and exaggeration are central to Trump’s image. Those who oppose him are never “my fellow Americans.” Instead, any and all foes are “terrorists, radicals, lunatics, deranged” etc. His extreme and divisive rhetoric keeps his base energized and ready to threaten his opponents.
February 1, 2026 at 1:30 AM
Bluster and exaggeration are central to Trump’s image. Those who oppose him are never “my fellow Americans.” Instead, any and all foes are “terrorists, radicals, lunatics, deranged” etc. His extreme and divisive rhetoric keeps his base energized and ready to threaten his opponents.
Their false narrative is always a version of “they had it coming.” Trump is always more interested in the spin than any facts or evidence. At the core this reflects his cruelty and lack of any human decency.
February 1, 2026 at 1:25 AM
Their false narrative is always a version of “they had it coming.” Trump is always more interested in the spin than any facts or evidence. At the core this reflects his cruelty and lack of any human decency.
A true President uses restraint, discipline, and discretion before making public statements. But Trump traffics in nonsense, conspiracy theories, and petty attacks.
February 1, 2026 at 1:10 AM
A true President uses restraint, discipline, and discretion before making public statements. But Trump traffics in nonsense, conspiracy theories, and petty attacks.
Controlling the narrative is what matters for Trump. Actual facts and evidence are beside the point.The core of the message is always divisive- “us against them/ good against evil.” Never remorse or apology, only “they had it coming.” Americans deserve a President with character, not just cruelty
January 27, 2026 at 11:17 PM
Controlling the narrative is what matters for Trump. Actual facts and evidence are beside the point.The core of the message is always divisive- “us against them/ good against evil.” Never remorse or apology, only “they had it coming.” Americans deserve a President with character, not just cruelty
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With 789 cases reported as of Tuesday, the South Carolina outbreak surpassed a massive outbreak in Texas, which reached 762 cases before it ended in August last year. https://cnn.it/4rj7cY9
January 27, 2026 at 10:05 PM
With 789 cases reported as of Tuesday, the South Carolina outbreak surpassed a massive outbreak in Texas, which reached 762 cases before it ended in August last year. https://cnn.it/4rj7cY9
A reminder Trump is devoid of care or understanding on most issues. He rambles off the top of his head in order to make it through the next 15 minute news cycle. In this case his current narrative on MN “sad, but he had it coming,” prevails over his care for the 2nd Amendment.
January 27, 2026 at 7:12 PM
A reminder Trump is devoid of care or understanding on most issues. He rambles off the top of his head in order to make it through the next 15 minute news cycle. In this case his current narrative on MN “sad, but he had it coming,” prevails over his care for the 2nd Amendment.
The Trump message each time a citizen is killed is some version of “they had it coming.” No remorse, no apology, no sympathy for the families. The victims were “radical, terrorist, mean to officers.” The victims are always “the other” and never seem to warrant respect from the President.
January 26, 2026 at 1:42 AM
The Trump message each time a citizen is killed is some version of “they had it coming.” No remorse, no apology, no sympathy for the families. The victims were “radical, terrorist, mean to officers.” The victims are always “the other” and never seem to warrant respect from the President.
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Gov. Mikie Sherrill: "This is an unaccountable, untrained, lawless organization that is terrorizing American citizens. We need them off the streets immediately."
January 25, 2026 at 6:56 PM
Gov. Mikie Sherrill: "This is an unaccountable, untrained, lawless organization that is terrorizing American citizens. We need them off the streets immediately."
If ICE was serious about deporting dangerous criminals, it seems their tactics might involve stealth and undercover operations. Parading down a public street as masked stormtroopers might tip off the bad guys. This is about provoking confrontation with protesters in Democratic neighborhoods.
January 25, 2026 at 7:08 PM
If ICE was serious about deporting dangerous criminals, it seems their tactics might involve stealth and undercover operations. Parading down a public street as masked stormtroopers might tip off the bad guys. This is about provoking confrontation with protesters in Democratic neighborhoods.
Trump is a reminder the rule of law is not self-enforcing. The presidency requires a man of character and deep respect for the Constitution. A President needs discipline and restraint, not to ask “can I get away with this?” But rather to ask “what is the right thing to do?”
January 22, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Trump is a reminder the rule of law is not self-enforcing. The presidency requires a man of character and deep respect for the Constitution. A President needs discipline and restraint, not to ask “can I get away with this?” But rather to ask “what is the right thing to do?”
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The global order cannot survive a president who treats sovereign nations like real‑estate listings. Donald Trump’s worldview is a direct threat to alliances, stability, and the basic rules that keep the world from sliding into chaos.
January 20, 2026 at 4:15 PM
The global order cannot survive a president who treats sovereign nations like real‑estate listings. Donald Trump’s worldview is a direct threat to alliances, stability, and the basic rules that keep the world from sliding into chaos.
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A moment of silence for all that we lost this year…
- Presidential ethics
- Checks and balances
- Freedom of the press
- Due process rights
- American global leadership
- A competent DOD
- Operational security
- Reliable government statistics
- Academic freedom
- Presidential ethics
- Checks and balances
- Freedom of the press
- Due process rights
- American global leadership
- A competent DOD
- Operational security
- Reliable government statistics
- Academic freedom
January 21, 2026 at 12:48 AM
A moment of silence for all that we lost this year…
- Presidential ethics
- Checks and balances
- Freedom of the press
- Due process rights
- American global leadership
- A competent DOD
- Operational security
- Reliable government statistics
- Academic freedom
- Presidential ethics
- Checks and balances
- Freedom of the press
- Due process rights
- American global leadership
- A competent DOD
- Operational security
- Reliable government statistics
- Academic freedom