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MoutoninMotion @moutoninmotion.bsky.social · 13h

Brought to you and solely owned by the GOP and their minions
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Things to know about the Qatar training facility planned for an Idaho Air Force base

When U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Friday morning that the federal government had reached an agreement with Qatar to build a facility at an Air Force base in Idaho, social media posts ...

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MoutoninMotion @moutoninmotion.bsky.social · 13h

Dismissing or even downplaying inflation while it is still above the Fed’s target of 2% poses big risks for the WH & Fed Reserve. The WH could find itself on the wrong side of a potent issue: Americans still see high prices as a major burden on their finances.
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Trump says inflation is 'defeated' and the Fed has cut rates, yet prices remain too high for many

Inflation has risen in three of the last four months and is slightly higher than it was a year ago. Yet you wouldn’t know it from listening to President Donald Trump or even some of the inflation figh...

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Gillian Brockell @gbrockell.bsky.social · 6d

Claim: 10 cars rammed ICE
Truth: No cars rammed ICE

Claim: She boxed ICE in
Truth: ICE boxed her in

Claim: She shot a rifle at ICE
Truth: She did not have a rifle

Claim: ICE returned fire
Truth: Only ICE fired

Claim: She drove herself to the hospital
Truth: Paramedics found her

Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 6d

Body-camera video appears to contradict the government’s claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed.
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Attorney for woman shot by Border Patrol claims officer said 'Do something b-----' before shooting

Body-camera video appears to contradict the government's claim that Marimar Martinez, 30, drove toward officers before one of them opened fire at her late Saturday morning in Brighton Park, her attorney claimed. A judge ordered Martinez and a co-defendant released pending trial.

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Michael_Mc @michaelmpennsy.bsky.social · 19h

As painful as this may seem, it is the formula to win. We have to defeat gerrymandering, selective information and abuse of power. Win the war not every individual battle.

The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 19h

There is exceptionally little patience within the Democratic party at this moment for campaigns that are viewed as money sucks, vanity projects, or unnecessary risks. ICYMI @lauren-egan.bsky.social: www.thebulwark.com/p/democrats-...

Democrats Are Done With Vanity Candidates

Party insiders worry about running long-shots or no-shots who’ll drain money and energy.

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Michael_Mc @michaelmpennsy.bsky.social · 1d

A Nobel prize candidate?

Trump said late Friday afternoon that he plans to fire “a lot” of federal workers in retaliation for the government shutdown, vowing to target those deemed to be aligned with the Democratic Party.
“We figure they started this thing, so they should be Democrat-oriented,”

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Jen Bendery @jbendery.bsky.social · 2d

The organizers behind the No Kings Day of Action on October 18 -- the event Johnson called a "hate America rally" -- have this to say in response.

"After a few moments of laughter, the No Kings coalition issued the following statement"

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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 2d

You break it, you own it. Kudos to @akalhan.bsky.social.

Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 2d

Lawyers have been publicizing a new term to describe ICE's racially targeted detainments: a “Kavanaugh stop.”

Mother Jones reporter Pema Levy explains in this new video:

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WNBA @wnba.com · 2d

The Las Vegas Aces are your 2025 WNBA Champions 🏆

This marks the Aces' 3rd title in 4 seasons!

#WelcometotheW | WNBA Finals | YouTubeTV

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WNBA @wnba.com · 2d

From 2025 league MVP to Finals MVP 🏆

A'ja Wilson averaged 28.5 PTS, 11.8 REB, and 2 BLK against the Mercury and is named Finals MVP for the 2nd time in her career

#WelcometotheW | WNBA Finals | YouTube TV

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Michael_Mc @michaelmpennsy.bsky.social · 2d

Sen. Cassidy of LA. The latest lunacy from your approved HHS head, RFK, Jr. Circumcision is a predictor of autism! Why? Because they would be more likely to have taken Tylenol for pain. HUH???? This charlatan uses correlation as equivalent to causation. Heinous!
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MoutoninMotion @moutoninmotion.bsky.social · 2d

Separately, in the administration’s first 200 days, only two of 98 Senate-confirmed appointees to the most senior jobs in government were Black.
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Trump Fires Black Officials From an Overwhelmingly White Administration

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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 2d

PRITZKER: "I genuinely think there is something wrong with him. I wish that his family would intervene, because I do think he needs mental health help."

Greg Sargent @gregsargent.bsky.social · 2d

JB Pritzker has also been emphatically placing Trump's mental decline squarely on the agenda. On our pod, he adds a new element: People around Trump are using his decline to manipulate him, so they're less likely to intervene. More Dems should say this. 1/

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George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 @gtconway.bsky.social · 2d

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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 2d

Vance is back in Indiana today, personally pressuring GOP lawmakers to ignore their conscience and enact an extreme gerrymandering plan. The fact that they have to send in the VP tells us something important and encouraging: political pressure against this plan is working, even in deep red places.

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Cat Alyst 🏳️‍⚧️🇨🇦 @catalystmeow.bsky.social · 10d

#USDemocracy
Stacy Abrams, from her book,
Our Time Is Now:
“Beyond Congress, there are the unmentioned corridors of power we too often cede: state and local elections [...] These elections matter because the architecture of our rights begins closest to home.”
To find such US elections, check out:

Elections calendar

Ballotpedia: The Encyclopedia of American Politics

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Josh Marshall @joshtpm.bsky.social · 3d

We’re doing studies to prove it (* not how studies work)

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 3d

RFK Jr on Tylenol and autism: "It is not proof. We're doing the studies to make the proof."

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Michael_Mc @michaelmpennsy.bsky.social · 2d

Congratulations to a brave and courageous leader fighting for her country and her people. She is a model for all those who want to be silenced by authoritarians.

Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 2d

Felicitaciones, María Corina Machado, por recibir el Premio Nobel de la Paz.

This award honours not only your courage and conviction.

But every voice that refuses to be silenced. In Venezuela and across the world.

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Michael_Mc @michaelmpennsy.bsky.social · 2d

“.. I am not fearful, I am fearless, and as my faith teaches me, no weapon formed against me shall prosper. We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights. And I will continue to do my job."
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Letitia James indicted after Trump called for charges against New York AG

New York Attorney General Letitia James previously sued President Trump in a civil case that led to him and his company being held liable for business fraud.

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 2d

María Corina Machado of Venezuela, the opposition leader who built a powerful social movement challenging President Nicolás Maduro and has been living in hiding since last year, was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. Here's what to know: nyti.ms/47iFxzh

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MoutoninMotion @moutoninmotion.bsky.social · 2d

Alfred Nobel stipulated in his will that the prize should go to someone “who shall have done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, for the abolition or reduction of standing armies and for the holding and promotion of peace congresses.”
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Trump's quest for the Nobel Peace Prize falls short again despite high-profile nominations

The White House is responding bitterly to President Donald Trump being passed over for the Nobel Peace Prize despite efforts from Republicans and world leaders.

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Michael_Mc @michaelmpennsy.bsky.social · 5d

What could I say which would add to what these recognized health experts and leaders say. RFK is another bought and paid for member of this Administration. He'll get legal cover and $$$ for his vaccine lawsuits. The others get stock. E.g. Nunes got $47 million.

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RFK Jr. 'Endangering the Health of the Nation,' Former Surgeons General Say

They criticize his actions harshly but do not explicitly call for his resignation

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Michael_Mc @michaelmpennsy.bsky.social · 5d

Is this charlatan actually talking about his boss. His "237 pound" leader may take issue with him saying he is not respecting the temple of his soul. That's a trick question. Racist, misogynistic, narcissistic, child-parent separator. I wouldn't call it a temple.
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