masakatsu agatsu konjō
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History buff. Let’s not repeat history. Avocations: Writing poetry, photography, creative crafts. Empathy is not weakness. Spiritual seeker. Getting angrier by the day with institutions failing Americans by not standing up to tyranny.
Pinned
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“How much does it take to spring a convicted drug trafficker to get out of prison after barely putting a dent in a 45-year sentence, especially while the government is committing war crimes all over the Caribbean under the cover of national antidrug policy?”
“How much does it take to spring a convicted drug trafficker to get out of prison after barely putting a dent in a 45-year sentence, especially while the government is committing war crimes all over the Caribbean under the cover of national antidrug policy?”
Trump Just Completed the Most Legally Indefensible and Politically Stupid Act of His Career
It appears we’ve entered the IDGAF period of the president’s second term.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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“How much does it take to spring a convicted drug trafficker to get out of prison after barely putting a dent in a 45-year sentence, especially while the government is committing war crimes all over the Caribbean under the cover of national antidrug policy?”
“How much does it take to spring a convicted drug trafficker to get out of prison after barely putting a dent in a 45-year sentence, especially while the government is committing war crimes all over the Caribbean under the cover of national antidrug policy?”
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“The latest firings, which were confirmed by the National Association of Immigration Judges and a Department of Justice official, add to an estimated 90 judges who have been terminated so far this year without stated cause.”
“The latest firings, which were confirmed by the National Association of Immigration Judges and a Department of Justice official, add to an estimated 90 judges who have been terminated so far this year without stated cause.”
Trump keeps firing immigration judges
Eight New York City judges have been terminated as the White House continues its purge of the courts.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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“The latest firings, which were confirmed by the National Association of Immigration Judges and a Department of Justice official, add to an estimated 90 judges who have been terminated so far this year without stated cause.”
“The latest firings, which were confirmed by the National Association of Immigration Judges and a Department of Justice official, add to an estimated 90 judges who have been terminated so far this year without stated cause.”
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Remember before tRump got elected there were voices that were loud and vocal, demanding: "Release the Epstein files!"
Gee, what happened to those voices?
Oh, that's right. tRump to care of every thing...
Gee, what happened to those voices?
Oh, that's right. tRump to care of every thing...
December 2, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Remember before tRump got elected there were voices that were loud and vocal, demanding: "Release the Epstein files!"
Gee, what happened to those voices?
Oh, that's right. tRump to care of every thing...
Gee, what happened to those voices?
Oh, that's right. tRump to care of every thing...
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“Costco has sued the admin, asking the Court of International Trade to consider all tariffs collected unlawful.
IEEPA does not clearly authorize the Pres to set tariffs ... they cannot stand and the defendants are not authorized to implement and collect them,”
“Costco has sued the admin, asking the Court of International Trade to consider all tariffs collected unlawful.
IEEPA does not clearly authorize the Pres to set tariffs ... they cannot stand and the defendants are not authorized to implement and collect them,”
Costco sues the Trump administration, seeking a refund of tariffs
The wholesaler is the latest company to sue a federal agency over the president's signature economic policy.
www.nbcnews.com
December 2, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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“Costco has sued the admin, asking the Court of International Trade to consider all tariffs collected unlawful.
IEEPA does not clearly authorize the Pres to set tariffs ... they cannot stand and the defendants are not authorized to implement and collect them,”
“Costco has sued the admin, asking the Court of International Trade to consider all tariffs collected unlawful.
IEEPA does not clearly authorize the Pres to set tariffs ... they cannot stand and the defendants are not authorized to implement and collect them,”
Chief Black Elk
”Peace comes within the souls of men, when they realize their oneness with the Universe, when they realize it is really everywhere… it is within each one of us.”
”Peace comes within the souls of men, when they realize their oneness with the Universe, when they realize it is really everywhere… it is within each one of us.”
December 1, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Chief Black Elk
”Peace comes within the souls of men, when they realize their oneness with the Universe, when they realize it is really everywhere… it is within each one of us.”
”Peace comes within the souls of men, when they realize their oneness with the Universe, when they realize it is really everywhere… it is within each one of us.”
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“Pulte's brazen practice of obtaining confidential mortgage records from Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac and then using them as a basis for referring individual homeowners to DOJ for prosecution is unprecedented and unlawful," the lawsuit alleged. “
“Pulte's brazen practice of obtaining confidential mortgage records from Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac and then using them as a basis for referring individual homeowners to DOJ for prosecution is unprecedented and unlawful," the lawsuit alleged. “
Rep. Eric Swalwell sues housing official who's made multiple criminal referrals for Trump critics
Trump housing official Bill Pulte also submitted criminal referrals for investigations into Sen. Adam Schiff, New York Attorney General Letitia James and Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook.
www.cbsnews.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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“Pulte's brazen practice of obtaining confidential mortgage records from Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac and then using them as a basis for referring individual homeowners to DOJ for prosecution is unprecedented and unlawful," the lawsuit alleged. “
“Pulte's brazen practice of obtaining confidential mortgage records from Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac and then using them as a basis for referring individual homeowners to DOJ for prosecution is unprecedented and unlawful," the lawsuit alleged. “
Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba is disqualified as top New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules
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“Alina Habba is disqualified from serving as NJ top federal prosecutor despite his administration’s maneuvers to keep her in the role, an appeals court said Mon. “
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“Alina Habba is disqualified from serving as NJ top federal prosecutor despite his administration’s maneuvers to keep her in the role, an appeals court said Mon. “
Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba is disqualified as top New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules
President Donald Trump’s ex-lawyer Alina Habba has been disqualified from serving as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba is disqualified as top New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules
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“Alina Habba is disqualified from serving as NJ top federal prosecutor despite his administration’s maneuvers to keep her in the role, an appeals court said Mon. “
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“Alina Habba is disqualified from serving as NJ top federal prosecutor despite his administration’s maneuvers to keep her in the role, an appeals court said Mon. “
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“Hegseth is facing bipartisan scrutiny over his reported order to “kill everybody” before a second strike killed two survivors 9/2.
Some DEM and a GQP said Sun the strike was a possible war crime.
Adm Frank Bradley reportedly issued the orders for the 2nd strike.
“Hegseth is facing bipartisan scrutiny over his reported order to “kill everybody” before a second strike killed two survivors 9/2.
Some DEM and a GQP said Sun the strike was a possible war crime.
Adm Frank Bradley reportedly issued the orders for the 2nd strike.
thehill.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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“Hegseth is facing bipartisan scrutiny over his reported order to “kill everybody” before a second strike killed two survivors 9/2.
Some DEM and a GQP said Sun the strike was a possible war crime.
Adm Frank Bradley reportedly issued the orders for the 2nd strike.
“Hegseth is facing bipartisan scrutiny over his reported order to “kill everybody” before a second strike killed two survivors 9/2.
Some DEM and a GQP said Sun the strike was a possible war crime.
Adm Frank Bradley reportedly issued the orders for the 2nd strike.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/30/p...
“On politics, she tends to “keep her mouth shut” to avoid getting into it with her neighbors. But when asked if Trump was to blame for the clinic closure, Holmes said, “Absolutely.”
“What he’s done is destroying rural areas,” said Holmes.”
“On politics, she tends to “keep her mouth shut” to avoid getting into it with her neighbors. But when asked if Trump was to blame for the clinic closure, Holmes said, “Absolutely.”
“What he’s done is destroying rural areas,” said Holmes.”
How life changed in a rural town that lost its clinic after Trump’s megabill, even if the politics haven’t | CNN Politics
As the final hues of autumn linger in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the 200-person community of Churchville, Virginia, is grappling with the loss of its only health clinic.
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November 30, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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“On politics, she tends to “keep her mouth shut” to avoid getting into it with her neighbors. But when asked if Trump was to blame for the clinic closure, Holmes said, “Absolutely.”
“What he’s done is destroying rural areas,” said Holmes.”
“On politics, she tends to “keep her mouth shut” to avoid getting into it with her neighbors. But when asked if Trump was to blame for the clinic closure, Holmes said, “Absolutely.”
“What he’s done is destroying rural areas,” said Holmes.”
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Real question
How long are we going to allow the US “government” + billionaires to abuse us citizens? What will it take for us to mobilize against them and actively revolt?
I feel like civil disobedience, voting, not spending our money, etc as forms of resistance isn’t…enough. But that’s just me
How long are we going to allow the US “government” + billionaires to abuse us citizens? What will it take for us to mobilize against them and actively revolt?
I feel like civil disobedience, voting, not spending our money, etc as forms of resistance isn’t…enough. But that’s just me
November 29, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Real question
How long are we going to allow the US “government” + billionaires to abuse us citizens? What will it take for us to mobilize against them and actively revolt?
I feel like civil disobedience, voting, not spending our money, etc as forms of resistance isn’t…enough. But that’s just me
How long are we going to allow the US “government” + billionaires to abuse us citizens? What will it take for us to mobilize against them and actively revolt?
I feel like civil disobedience, voting, not spending our money, etc as forms of resistance isn’t…enough. But that’s just me
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“Since 🍊 re-election a year ago, warnings that his use of presidential power to advance personal interests is corroding American democracy have grown ever louder…less understood – and perhaps even more dangerous – is the damage this is doing everywhere else.”
“Since 🍊 re-election a year ago, warnings that his use of presidential power to advance personal interests is corroding American democracy have grown ever louder…less understood – and perhaps even more dangerous – is the damage this is doing everywhere else.”
All the president’s millions: how the Trumps are turning the presidency into riches
From Vietnam to the Balkans, Donald Trump’s family has launched a global dealmaking blitz since his re-election
www.theguardian.com
November 30, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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“Since 🍊 re-election a year ago, warnings that his use of presidential power to advance personal interests is corroding American democracy have grown ever louder…less understood – and perhaps even more dangerous – is the damage this is doing everywhere else.”
“Since 🍊 re-election a year ago, warnings that his use of presidential power to advance personal interests is corroding American democracy have grown ever louder…less understood – and perhaps even more dangerous – is the damage this is doing everywhere else.”
May the stars carry your sadness away,
May the flowers fill your heart with beauty,
May hope forever wipe away your tears,
And, above all, may silence make you strong.”
― Chief Dan George, Tsleil-Waututh Nation
May the flowers fill your heart with beauty,
May hope forever wipe away your tears,
And, above all, may silence make you strong.”
― Chief Dan George, Tsleil-Waututh Nation
November 30, 2025 at 10:53 AM
May the stars carry your sadness away,
May the flowers fill your heart with beauty,
May hope forever wipe away your tears,
And, above all, may silence make you strong.”
― Chief Dan George, Tsleil-Waututh Nation
May the flowers fill your heart with beauty,
May hope forever wipe away your tears,
And, above all, may silence make you strong.”
― Chief Dan George, Tsleil-Waututh Nation
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“immigrants.
“In times of national distress, people tend to turn towards something that is historically a peaceful and social justice-oriented faith,” Philbrook said. “They just want a place to sit and reflect and be in a like-minded community.”
“immigrants.
“In times of national distress, people tend to turn towards something that is historically a peaceful and social justice-oriented faith,” Philbrook said. “They just want a place to sit and reflect and be in a like-minded community.”
Young adults turn to Quakers for silence in noisy world
PHILADELPHIA — At the Arch Street Meeting House in Philadelphia’s Old City, more and more young people are seeking respite from a clamorous technological age in the silent worship of a centuries-old f...
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November 30, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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“immigrants.
“In times of national distress, people tend to turn towards something that is historically a peaceful and social justice-oriented faith,” Philbrook said. “They just want a place to sit and reflect and be in a like-minded community.”
“immigrants.
“In times of national distress, people tend to turn towards something that is historically a peaceful and social justice-oriented faith,” Philbrook said. “They just want a place to sit and reflect and be in a like-minded community.”
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1/ Remember:
THE GOP MAJORITY in Congress could STOP this insanity at any time.
THEY CONDONE:
*Brutalizing immigrants and American citizens
*Useless tariffs that YOU pay.
*The alienation of our allies
*Bonding with our enemies
*The war crimes of SECDEF
*The invasion of sovereign country
THE GOP MAJORITY in Congress could STOP this insanity at any time.
THEY CONDONE:
*Brutalizing immigrants and American citizens
*Useless tariffs that YOU pay.
*The alienation of our allies
*Bonding with our enemies
*The war crimes of SECDEF
*The invasion of sovereign country
November 29, 2025 at 9:29 PM
1/ Remember:
THE GOP MAJORITY in Congress could STOP this insanity at any time.
THEY CONDONE:
*Brutalizing immigrants and American citizens
*Useless tariffs that YOU pay.
*The alienation of our allies
*Bonding with our enemies
*The war crimes of SECDEF
*The invasion of sovereign country
THE GOP MAJORITY in Congress could STOP this insanity at any time.
THEY CONDONE:
*Brutalizing immigrants and American citizens
*Useless tariffs that YOU pay.
*The alienation of our allies
*Bonding with our enemies
*The war crimes of SECDEF
*The invasion of sovereign country
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www.npr.org/2025/05/31/n...
“Already during the early months of his second term, Trump has granted clemency to at least eight individuals convicted on federal drug charges. Some … have extensive criminal records involving violence and gun charges.”
But we are attacking drug runners.
“Already during the early months of his second term, Trump has granted clemency to at least eight individuals convicted on federal drug charges. Some … have extensive criminal records involving violence and gun charges.”
But we are attacking drug runners.
Trump pardons drug kingpins even as he escalates U.S. drug war rhetoric
President Trump has promised to attack drug gangs and called for the death penalty for street dealers. But he has also pardoned more than 20 people serving time for serious drug crimes, some involving...
www.npr.org
November 29, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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“Already during the early months of his second term, Trump has granted clemency to at least eight individuals convicted on federal drug charges. Some … have extensive criminal records involving violence and gun charges.”
But we are attacking drug runners.
“Already during the early months of his second term, Trump has granted clemency to at least eight individuals convicted on federal drug charges. Some … have extensive criminal records involving violence and gun charges.”
But we are attacking drug runners.
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“Pete Hegseth, following the first striking of a boat in the Caribbean in Sep, issued a verbal directive to U.S. service members to "kill everybody" with a 2nd strike that would leave no survivors, per Washington Post. The secretary strongly refutes such claims.”
“Pete Hegseth, following the first striking of a boat in the Caribbean in Sep, issued a verbal directive to U.S. service members to "kill everybody" with a 2nd strike that would leave no survivors, per Washington Post. The secretary strongly refutes such claims.”
Hegseth Ordered Second Strike to Kill Caribbean Boat Survivors: Report
The United States changed its protocols after Secretary Hegseth allegedly told officials to "kill everybody" onboard an a Caribbean vessel in September.
www.military.com
November 29, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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“Pete Hegseth, following the first striking of a boat in the Caribbean in Sep, issued a verbal directive to U.S. service members to "kill everybody" with a 2nd strike that would leave no survivors, per Washington Post. The secretary strongly refutes such claims.”
“Pete Hegseth, following the first striking of a boat in the Caribbean in Sep, issued a verbal directive to U.S. service members to "kill everybody" with a 2nd strike that would leave no survivors, per Washington Post. The secretary strongly refutes such claims.”
"The Great Spirit is in all things.
He is in the air we breathe.
The Great Spirit is our Father, but the Earth is our Mother.
She nourishes us.....That which we put into the ground she returns to us."
- Big Thunder Wabanaki, Algonquin
He is in the air we breathe.
The Great Spirit is our Father, but the Earth is our Mother.
She nourishes us.....That which we put into the ground she returns to us."
- Big Thunder Wabanaki, Algonquin
November 29, 2025 at 4:22 PM
"The Great Spirit is in all things.
He is in the air we breathe.
The Great Spirit is our Father, but the Earth is our Mother.
She nourishes us.....That which we put into the ground she returns to us."
- Big Thunder Wabanaki, Algonquin
He is in the air we breathe.
The Great Spirit is our Father, but the Earth is our Mother.
She nourishes us.....That which we put into the ground she returns to us."
- Big Thunder Wabanaki, Algonquin
fortune.com/2025/06/26/f...
“Though immigration reform is something many voters support in theory, the brutal tactics some agents have used have been disturbing to many.“
“100’s of private companies contract with ICE. And ICE’s most significant spending may still be to come.”
Profiteers.
“Though immigration reform is something many voters support in theory, the brutal tactics some agents have used have been disturbing to many.“
“100’s of private companies contract with ICE. And ICE’s most significant spending may still be to come.”
Profiteers.
These are the Fortune 500 companies that have active contracts with ICE | Fortune
From AT&T to FedEx, these are the organizations contracting with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
fortune.com
November 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM
fortune.com/2025/06/26/f...
“Though immigration reform is something many voters support in theory, the brutal tactics some agents have used have been disturbing to many.“
“100’s of private companies contract with ICE. And ICE’s most significant spending may still be to come.”
Profiteers.
“Though immigration reform is something many voters support in theory, the brutal tactics some agents have used have been disturbing to many.“
“100’s of private companies contract with ICE. And ICE’s most significant spending may still be to come.”
Profiteers.
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I struggle with all of the “Happy Thanksgiving” posts. I was taught lies in school. I grew up to learn the barbarism of the truth. That we continue to celebrate it as such feels like a betrayal - bc it is. We spend the day together making no mention of the lie.
November 28, 2025 at 4:39 AM
I struggle with all of the “Happy Thanksgiving” posts. I was taught lies in school. I grew up to learn the barbarism of the truth. That we continue to celebrate it as such feels like a betrayal - bc it is. We spend the day together making no mention of the lie.
“Don’t let yesterday use up too much of today.”
— Cherokee proverb
— Cherokee proverb
November 28, 2025 at 2:48 PM
“Don’t let yesterday use up too much of today.”
— Cherokee proverb
— Cherokee proverb
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“Lakanwal is believed to be from Afghanistan and came to the US in 2021 under the Biden administration, the sources said. He applied for asylum in 2024 and was granted asylum in April 2025, under the Trump administration, according to three law enforcement sources.”
“Lakanwal is believed to be from Afghanistan and came to the US in 2021 under the Biden administration, the sources said. He applied for asylum in 2024 and was granted asylum in April 2025, under the Trump administration, according to three law enforcement sources.”
What to know about suspected gunman in Washington, DC shooting of 2 National Guard members
Two National Guardsmen were shot on Wednesday in downtown Washington, D.C., near the White House. Here's what we know about the suspected gunman.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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“Lakanwal is believed to be from Afghanistan and came to the US in 2021 under the Biden administration, the sources said. He applied for asylum in 2024 and was granted asylum in April 2025, under the Trump administration, according to three law enforcement sources.”
“Lakanwal is believed to be from Afghanistan and came to the US in 2021 under the Biden administration, the sources said. He applied for asylum in 2024 and was granted asylum in April 2025, under the Trump administration, according to three law enforcement sources.”
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A member of the FBI threatened Thomas Massie's staff with criminal investigations, if he didn't "straighten up and play ball".
November 27, 2025 at 2:09 AM
A member of the FBI threatened Thomas Massie's staff with criminal investigations, if he didn't "straighten up and play ball".
When you are in doubt, be still, and wait;
when doubt no longer exists for you, then go forward with courage.
So long as mists envelop you, be still;
be still until the sunlight pours through and dispels the mists – as it surely will.
Then act with courage.
Chief White Eagle, Ponca Chief
when doubt no longer exists for you, then go forward with courage.
So long as mists envelop you, be still;
be still until the sunlight pours through and dispels the mists – as it surely will.
Then act with courage.
Chief White Eagle, Ponca Chief
November 27, 2025 at 7:59 AM
When you are in doubt, be still, and wait;
when doubt no longer exists for you, then go forward with courage.
So long as mists envelop you, be still;
be still until the sunlight pours through and dispels the mists – as it surely will.
Then act with courage.
Chief White Eagle, Ponca Chief
when doubt no longer exists for you, then go forward with courage.
So long as mists envelop you, be still;
be still until the sunlight pours through and dispels the mists – as it surely will.
Then act with courage.
Chief White Eagle, Ponca Chief