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Smart Dissent @smartdissent.bsky.social · Nov 12
Glad to be among the thousands moving to Blue Sky. Nice to see you all over here. Hoping to eventually have a fraction of the 60k "followers" we used to have on the artist-formerly-known-as-Twitter.
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smartdissent.bsky.social
Fuck republicans
bluestein.bsky.social Greg Bluestein @bluestein.bsky.social · 2d
“We shouldn’t act like this race is 50-50 today. It’s not. And we have to wake up now,” said Cole Muzio, an influential Georgia conservative. “If we’re not realistic in February, we’re going to be stuck with Ossoff another six years come November.” #gapol
www.ajc.com/politics/202...
As Republicans splinter, Ossoff seizes the offensive in a changing Senate race
Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff has gone on the offensive as Republicans are locked in a three-way fight to be the candidate running against him in what could be a close race.
www.ajc.com
February 8, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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roughdraftatlanta.com Rough Draft @roughdraftatlanta.com · 8h
Senate Republicans unveil income tax cut proposal tied to broad cuts in ‘corporate welfare’

Georgia Senate Republicans unveiled a sweeping plan to cut hundreds of millions in corporate tax credits while completely eliminating income taxes for some Georgians and cutting it for others. Senate Bill…
Senate Republicans unveil income tax cut proposal tied to broad cuts in ‘corporate welfare’
Georgia Senate Republicans unveiled a sweeping plan to cut hundreds of millions in corporate tax credits while completely eliminating income taxes for some Georgians and cutting it for others. Senate Bill 476, sponsored by Vidalia Republican Sen. Blake Tillery, who is currently running for lieutenant governor, would align with Gov. Brian Kemp’s recommended accelerated reduction in the state’s income tax to 4.99%. But his plan would also waive income taxes for all Georgians on up to $50,000 a year for individuals and $100,000 for married couples, which Tillery said would completely eliminate income taxes for roughly two-thirds of Georgians.
roughdraftatlanta.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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smartdissent.bsky.social
Child rapist endorses Fuller.
roughdraftatlanta.com Rough Draft @roughdraftatlanta.com · 1d
Trump endorses Clay Fuller in crowded race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Georgia Congressman Barry Loudermilk announced he will not seek another term, President Donald Trump endorsed Clay Fuller in the race to replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, and three Republicans and one…
Trump endorses Clay Fuller in crowded race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
Georgia Congressman Barry Loudermilk announced he will not seek another term, President Donald Trump endorsed Clay Fuller in the race to replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, and three Republicans and one Democrat are running in a northwest Georgia special election.
roughdraftatlanta.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:54 AM
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taniel.bsky.social
When a headline says it all:
Trump administration removes Rainbow Flag from Stonewall National Monument
The Trump administration removed a large Rainbow Flag from a flagpole at the Stonewall National Monument, the National Park Service confirmed to Gay City News
gaycitynews.com
February 10, 2026 at 5:24 AM
smartdissent.bsky.social
Child rapist endorses Fuller.
roughdraftatlanta.com Rough Draft @roughdraftatlanta.com · 1d
Trump endorses Clay Fuller in crowded race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Georgia Congressman Barry Loudermilk announced he will not seek another term, President Donald Trump endorsed Clay Fuller in the race to replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, and three Republicans and one…
Trump endorses Clay Fuller in crowded race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
Georgia Congressman Barry Loudermilk announced he will not seek another term, President Donald Trump endorsed Clay Fuller in the race to replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, and three Republicans and one Democrat are running in a northwest Georgia special election.
roughdraftatlanta.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:54 AM
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roughdraftatlanta.com
Trump administration ordered to produce information that led to Fulton elections raid

A federal judge in Atlanta has ordered the Trump administration to provide the court with the documentation that led to the seizure of Fulton County ballots from the 2020 presidential election by Tuesday.
Trump administration ordered to produce information that led to Fulton elections raid
A federal judge in Atlanta has ordered the Trump administration to provide the court with the documentation that led to the seizure of Fulton County ballots from the 2020 presidential election by Tuesday.
roughdraftatlanta.com
February 9, 2026 at 1:19 AM
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richarddeitsch.bsky.social
Every person serving in Congress — and every person running for the House and Senate — should be asked why Maxwell was moved to a minimum-security prison.
February 9, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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richarddeitsch.bsky.social
This was Andy Kaufman level.
February 10, 2026 at 2:51 AM
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roughdraftatlanta.com Rough Draft @roughdraftatlanta.com · 8h
Senate Republicans unveil income tax cut proposal tied to broad cuts in ‘corporate welfare’

Georgia Senate Republicans unveiled a sweeping plan to cut hundreds of millions in corporate tax credits while completely eliminating income taxes for some Georgians and cutting it for others. Senate Bill…
Senate Republicans unveil income tax cut proposal tied to broad cuts in ‘corporate welfare’
Georgia Senate Republicans unveiled a sweeping plan to cut hundreds of millions in corporate tax credits while completely eliminating income taxes for some Georgians and cutting it for others. Senate Bill 476, sponsored by Vidalia Republican Sen. Blake Tillery, who is currently running for lieutenant governor, would align with Gov. Brian Kemp’s recommended accelerated reduction in the state’s income tax to 4.99%. But his plan would also waive income taxes for all Georgians on up to $50,000 a year for individuals and $100,000 for married couples, which Tillery said would completely eliminate income taxes for roughly two-thirds of Georgians.
roughdraftatlanta.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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thedailyshow.com
Trump Defends Racist Obama Meme & MAGA Rages Over Bad Bunny’s Spanish Halftime Show

youtu.be/vfpQbv7CmeE
Trump Defends Racist Obama Meme & MAGA Rages Over Bad Bunny’s Spanish Halftime Show | The Daily Show
YouTube video by The Daily Show
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February 10, 2026 at 4:03 AM
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markjacob.bsky.social
Republican lawmakers prefer to remain soulless lackeys collecting money and power by supporting Trump. But they've got to see disaster ahead as he becomes ever more mentally unhinged. He's now predicting that if Canada cuts a trade deal with China, the Chinese will BAN HOCKEY IN CANADA.
atrupar.com Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 13h
Trump, in the middle of his latest unhinged Truth Social screed, claims that if Canada makes a trade deal with China, "the first thing China will do is terminate ALL Ice Hockey being played in Canada, and permanently eliminate The Stanley Cup."
As everyone knows, the Country of Canada has treated the United States very unfairly for decades. Now, things are turning around for the U.S.A., and FAST! But imagine, Canada is building a massive bridge between Ontario and Michigan. They own both the Canada and the United States side and, of course, built it with virtually no U.S. content. President Barack Hussein Obama stupidly gave them a waiver so they could get around the BUY AMERICAN Act, and not use any American products, including our Steel. Now, the Canadian Government expects me, as President of the United States, to PERMIT them to just “take advantage of America!” What does the United States of America get — Absolutely NOTHING! Ontario won't even put U.S. spirits, beverages, and other alcoholic products, on their shelves, they are absolutely prohibited from doing so and now, on top of everything else, Prime Minister Carney wants to make a deal with China — which will eat Canada alive. We’ll just get the leftovers! I don't think so. The first thing China will do is terminate ALL Ice Hockey being played in Canada, and permanently eliminate The Stanley Cup. The Tariffs Canada charges us for our Dairy products have, for many years, been unacceptable, putting our Farmers at great financial risk. I will not allow this bridge to open until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given them, and also, importantly, Canada treats the United States with the Fairness and Respect that we deserve. We will start negotiations, IMMEDIATELY. With all that we have given them, we should own, perhaps, at least one half of this asset. The revenues generated because of the U.S. Market will be astronomical. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
February 10, 2026 at 12:19 AM
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markjacob.bsky.social
Megyn Kelly is determined to harvest hatred for profit by being as white supremacist as possible. She even mocks a Latino accent in this rant. 1/🧵
mikenellis.bsky.social Mike Nellis @mikenellis.bsky.social · 15h
Megyn Kelly just shouting “FOOTBALL IS OURS” at Piers Morgan about Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show is the perfect example of this moment in time. Put it in a time capsule and send it out into space.
February 10, 2026 at 12:13 AM
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indivisibleatl.bsky.social
We're doing everything we can to fight this bill.

If your Georgia *state* representative is a Republican, please call them right away!
February 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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smartdissent.bsky.social
Theres no chance the local zoning allows for this.
bluestein.bsky.social Greg Bluestein @bluestein.bsky.social · 21h
Officials in a small Georgia city east of Atlanta say Immigration and Customs Enforcement has finalized the purchase of an industrial warehouse with plans to turn it into a sprawling detention facility, where as many as 10,000 immigrants could be held.

www.ajc.com/politics/202...
ICE to begin detaining immigrants inside Social Circle warehouse in April
Homeland Security plans to build warehouse detention facilities in other cities being met with opposition.
www.ajc.com
February 10, 2026 at 12:50 AM
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kylegriffin1.bsky.social
The 'Melania' director was behind that Mike Tyson Super Bowl ad.

Brett Ratner, who has come under fire for sexual misconduct allegations and appearing in the Epstein files, directed the ad encouraging Americans to "eat real food." www.ms.now/news/the-mel...
The ‘Melania’ director was behind that Mike Tyson Super Bowl ad
Brett Ratner faced #MeToo allegations and now he’s in the Epstein files, but the MAHA movement turned to him for its big moment.
www.ms.now
February 10, 2026 at 1:30 AM
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marcelias.bsky.social
A sad reminder that so much of the media has succumbed to both-sides coverage. They are afraid of Trump and are paralyzed by the new challenges we face.

I started Democracy Docket to be different: Fearless, independent and pro-democracy. Sign up now to support and stay informed. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
February 10, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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taniel.bsky.social
A billionaire family that owns a bridge crossing between Michigan and Canada has wanted Trump to stop a new bridge — and Trump is now threatening to block its opening (with authority he doesn’t have). www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/u...
Trump Threatens to Block Opening of New Bridge to Canada
www.nytimes.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:08 AM
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atrupar.com
Trump, in the middle of his latest unhinged Truth Social screed, claims that if Canada makes a trade deal with China, "the first thing China will do is terminate ALL Ice Hockey being played in Canada, and permanently eliminate The Stanley Cup."
As everyone knows, the Country of Canada has treated the United States very unfairly for decades. Now, things are turning around for the U.S.A., and FAST! But imagine, Canada is building a massive bridge between Ontario and Michigan. They own both the Canada and the United States side and, of course, built it with virtually no U.S. content. President Barack Hussein Obama stupidly gave them a waiver so they could get around the BUY AMERICAN Act, and not use any American products, including our Steel. Now, the Canadian Government expects me, as President of the United States, to PERMIT them to just “take advantage of America!” What does the United States of America get — Absolutely NOTHING! Ontario won't even put U.S. spirits, beverages, and other alcoholic products, on their shelves, they are absolutely prohibited from doing so and now, on top of everything else, Prime Minister Carney wants to make a deal with China — which will eat Canada alive. We’ll just get the leftovers! I don't think so. The first thing China will do is terminate ALL Ice Hockey being played in Canada, and permanently eliminate The Stanley Cup. The Tariffs Canada charges us for our Dairy products have, for many years, been unacceptable, putting our Farmers at great financial risk. I will not allow this bridge to open until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given them, and also, importantly, Canada treats the United States with the Fairness and Respect that we deserve. We will start negotiations, IMMEDIATELY. With all that we have given them, we should own, perhaps, at least one half of this asset. The revenues generated because of the U.S. Market will be astronomical. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
February 9, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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markjacob.bsky.social
I wrote last week in my free newsletter (which you should subscribe to) that Megyn Kelly is becoming a female version of Rush Limbaugh with her theatrical nastiness. She seems to cheerlead for ICE to keep murdering people. 2/🧵
Megyn Kelly is Rush Limbaugh in drag
Right-wing influencer sells theatrical nastiness to boost her sick career
www.stopthepresses.news
February 10, 2026 at 12:13 AM
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atlantaciviccircle.org
Bill to criminalize librarians lending ‘harmful materials’ to minors advances in House

The Republican-backed SB 74 already passed the Senate.
Bill to criminalize librarians lending ‘harmful materials’ to minors advances in House
The Republican-backed SB 74 already passed the Senate.
atlantaciviccircle.org
February 9, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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taniel.bsky.social
This entire Megyn Kelly "FOOTBALL SHALL NOT BE SPANISH! IT SHALL NOT BE MUSLIM!" speech is such parody-level xenophobia, while also being exactly what's ruling the country right now.
mikenellis.bsky.social Mike Nellis @mikenellis.bsky.social · 15h
Megyn Kelly just shouting “FOOTBALL IS OURS” at Piers Morgan about Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show is the perfect example of this moment in time. Put it in a time capsule and send it out into space.
February 9, 2026 at 11:12 PM
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marcelias.bsky.social
My Latest: Contrary to many doomsayers, it is not too late to protect the midterm elections. There are steps Democrats can take now — at both the state and federal levels — to safeguard our elections. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/its-...
It’s not too late for states and Congress to stop Trump from subverting the midterms
With only nine months before the midterm elections, Trump is plotting to prevent Democrats from taking control of Congress.
www.democracydocket.com
February 9, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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taniel.bsky.social
2️⃣ And in Texas, the Democratic-endorsed candidate easily won the mayoral race in Leander, a suburb of Austin.

(Trump narrowly carried the city in 2024.)
taniel.bsky.social Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · 2d
Late result for anyone still awake: Na’Cole Thompson, the Democratic candidate in the mayoral race today in Leander, Texas, has won the election.

She got 57% and won’t need a runoff, with two Republicans adding up to 43%.
February 8, 2026 at 3:52 PM
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taniel.bsky.social
There were two elections I was watching yesterday—and both ended up as clear Democratic wins.

Let's recap for those who weren't glued on here last night.

1️⃣ In Louisiana, Dems very easily held a seat that had gone for Trump by 13 percentage points in 2024.
taniel.bsky.social Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · 2d
RESULT: Democrat Chasity Martinez wins a special election for a legislative seat in Louisiana, 62% to 38%.

This was a district that Trump carried by 13% last year, so a big overperformance by Dems, but the seat was already Dem-held.
February 8, 2026 at 3:28 PM
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markjacob.bsky.social
Trump, who says he had "no idea" at the time that Epstein sexually molested girls, told the police in 2006 that "everyone has known he’s been doing this.” That's according to an FBI interview with the then-Palm Beach police chief.
Here's a gift link to Julie K. Brown's article in the Miami Herald.
Trump told Palm Beach police chief ‘everyone’ knew about Epstein, Maxwell was ‘evil’
The new information comes as Ghislaine Maxwell was summoned to appear Monday before a Congressional committee.
www.miamiherald.com
February 9, 2026 at 11:16 PM