@spicyorchid.bsky.social
Respect all harm-free lifestyles. Becoming conscientious about how purchases tie into politics. Dislikes: anyone that rationalizes Trump is making America great again. Likes: animals I can pet without losing a finger, ethnic cuisine, acts of kindness.
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Pardoned Capitol Rioter Tried to Hush Child Sex Victim With Promise of Jan. 6 Reparation Money, Police Say
"Two police arrest reports detail Johnson’s alleged crimes, which range from sexual contact with the genitals of an 11 year old to asking a minor for sex."
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/p...
"Two police arrest reports detail Johnson’s alleged crimes, which range from sexual contact with the genitals of an 11 year old to asking a minor for sex."
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/p...
Pardoned Capitol Rioter Tried to Hush Child Sex Victim With Promise of Jan. 6 Reparation Money, Police Say
Pardoned Capitol rioter Andrew Johnson tried to keep a child sex abuse victim quiet with claimed $10 million Jan. 6 reparations, police say.
theintercept.com
November 18, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Pardoned Capitol Rioter Tried to Hush Child Sex Victim With Promise of Jan. 6 Reparation Money, Police Say
"Two police arrest reports detail Johnson’s alleged crimes, which range from sexual contact with the genitals of an 11 year old to asking a minor for sex."
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/p...
"Two police arrest reports detail Johnson’s alleged crimes, which range from sexual contact with the genitals of an 11 year old to asking a minor for sex."
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/p...
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They’re not going after criminals. “Criminals don’t get up and go to work and pay their bills.”
These are not criminals; they’re hard-working people.
EVERY LAST WORD OF THIS🔥
These are not criminals; they’re hard-working people.
EVERY LAST WORD OF THIS🔥
November 18, 2025 at 3:22 AM
They’re not going after criminals. “Criminals don’t get up and go to work and pay their bills.”
These are not criminals; they’re hard-working people.
EVERY LAST WORD OF THIS🔥
These are not criminals; they’re hard-working people.
EVERY LAST WORD OF THIS🔥
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U.N. Security Council Adopts U.S. Peace Plan for Gaza
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
U.N. Security Council approves Trump’s 20-point peace plan for Gaza
The U.S. had pushed the U.N. Security Council to support and enshrine Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan. Israel, Hamas, Russia and others had raised objections.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 18, 2025 at 3:22 AM
U.N. Security Council Adopts U.S. Peace Plan for Gaza
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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Republicans lost their goddamn minds about a Black man wearing a tan suit because it debased the office of the President of the United States.
But this trashy, sexist, racist white guy? Pshaw.
Par for the course.
#momsky
But this trashy, sexist, racist white guy? Pshaw.
Par for the course.
#momsky
I don't understand why this isn't the only story and why he isn't giving his resignation.
I mean, I do. But still.
How can the president. THE PRESIDENT. Of the United States of America. The. President.
I mean, I do. But still.
How can the president. THE PRESIDENT. Of the United States of America. The. President.
Donald Trump Snaps at Female Reporter Who Asks About Epstein Files: 'Quiet Piggy'
Donald Trump Says 'Quiet Piggy' to Female Reporter Asking About Epstein Files
people.com
November 18, 2025 at 2:56 AM
Republicans lost their goddamn minds about a Black man wearing a tan suit because it debased the office of the President of the United States.
But this trashy, sexist, racist white guy? Pshaw.
Par for the course.
#momsky
But this trashy, sexist, racist white guy? Pshaw.
Par for the course.
#momsky
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🚨 Planning records show that ICE wants local law enforcement agencies it partners with via the 287(g) program to play a major role in targeting unaccompanied children, as well as "non-detained docket reduction."
Not the worst of the worst. Children and people who are trying to follow the rules.
Not the worst of the worst. Children and people who are trying to follow the rules.
November 5, 2025 at 11:01 PM
🚨 Planning records show that ICE wants local law enforcement agencies it partners with via the 287(g) program to play a major role in targeting unaccompanied children, as well as "non-detained docket reduction."
Not the worst of the worst. Children and people who are trying to follow the rules.
Not the worst of the worst. Children and people who are trying to follow the rules.
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The challenges we now face must be met by a bold progressive populist movement that strengthens democracy and shakes up the system.
We can’t simply return to the path we were on before Trump.
We cannot accept the status quo of Big Money dominating our politics and economy.
We can’t simply return to the path we were on before Trump.
We cannot accept the status quo of Big Money dominating our politics and economy.
November 5, 2025 at 11:15 PM
The challenges we now face must be met by a bold progressive populist movement that strengthens democracy and shakes up the system.
We can’t simply return to the path we were on before Trump.
We cannot accept the status quo of Big Money dominating our politics and economy.
We can’t simply return to the path we were on before Trump.
We cannot accept the status quo of Big Money dominating our politics and economy.
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Last year after the election, I reflected: "When we fight, we win—but sometimes the fight takes awhile."
Last night, we saw Democratic victories across our nation. I am so proud of these enthusiastic, principled, inspirational leaders who will continue to fight for our nation, ideals, and progress.
Last night, we saw Democratic victories across our nation. I am so proud of these enthusiastic, principled, inspirational leaders who will continue to fight for our nation, ideals, and progress.
November 5, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Last year after the election, I reflected: "When we fight, we win—but sometimes the fight takes awhile."
Last night, we saw Democratic victories across our nation. I am so proud of these enthusiastic, principled, inspirational leaders who will continue to fight for our nation, ideals, and progress.
Last night, we saw Democratic victories across our nation. I am so proud of these enthusiastic, principled, inspirational leaders who will continue to fight for our nation, ideals, and progress.
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“They came into the building understanding it was a daycare. They did not have a warrant. It is a violation of our rights. It is a violation of these children’s rights. They are terrorizing our community.”
Trump’s ICE goons raided a damn daycare.
Trump’s ICE goons raided a damn daycare.
November 5, 2025 at 11:33 PM
“They came into the building understanding it was a daycare. They did not have a warrant. It is a violation of our rights. It is a violation of these children’s rights. They are terrorizing our community.”
Trump’s ICE goons raided a damn daycare.
Trump’s ICE goons raided a damn daycare.
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Abigail Spanberger, Virginia's first woman governor, says she's ready to push back on President Trump's "bad policies" for the sake of Virginians. n.pr/47XUWW6
Spanberger, Virginia's first woman governor, says she'll defy Trump's 'bad policies'
Abigail Spanberger, Virginia's first woman governor, says she's ready to push back on President Trump's "bad policies" for the sake of Virginians.
n.pr
November 5, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Abigail Spanberger, Virginia's first woman governor, says she's ready to push back on President Trump's "bad policies" for the sake of Virginians. n.pr/47XUWW6
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Raskin details how he tried to get unanimous consent today to force Johnson to swear in Adelita Grijalva, but the Acting Speaker Haridopolos "scurried out of the room"
October 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Raskin details how he tried to get unanimous consent today to force Johnson to swear in Adelita Grijalva, but the Acting Speaker Haridopolos "scurried out of the room"
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North Carolina state and local leaders gathered Monday at Oak Grove Elementary School in Raleigh to call on the General Assembly to fund the state’s Farm to School program, warning that federal cuts could threaten student nutrition and local farmers. ncnewsline.com/2025/10/13/f... #nc #ncpol
Federal cuts threaten NC school lunches, local farmers, advocates say • NC Newsline
Advocates are urging NC lawmakers to cover federal funding cuts that could threaten student nutrition and local farmers.
ncnewsline.com
October 13, 2025 at 11:26 PM
North Carolina state and local leaders gathered Monday at Oak Grove Elementary School in Raleigh to call on the General Assembly to fund the state’s Farm to School program, warning that federal cuts could threaten student nutrition and local farmers. ncnewsline.com/2025/10/13/f... #nc #ncpol
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Late night hosts criticizing the president isn’t new. Having a thin-skinned dictator wannabe who can’t take it is.
September 18, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Late night hosts criticizing the president isn’t new. Having a thin-skinned dictator wannabe who can’t take it is.
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Good job,all!
Loud boos & sparse clapping greeted Trump at the US Open, when he arrived,then during the national anthem & again when he was shown onscreen.
The USTA told broadcasters to censor crowd response to him & not air disruptions or reactions. But it was audible
#USDemocracy #Voices4Victory
Loud boos & sparse clapping greeted Trump at the US Open, when he arrived,then during the national anthem & again when he was shown onscreen.
The USTA told broadcasters to censor crowd response to him & not air disruptions or reactions. But it was audible
#USDemocracy #Voices4Victory
U.S. Open Crowd Booed Trump Repeatedly
The U.S. Open crowd booed Donald Trump when he arrived at the stadium and during the national anthem, which could be heard on the national telecast.
www.rollingstone.com
September 7, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Good job,all!
Loud boos & sparse clapping greeted Trump at the US Open, when he arrived,then during the national anthem & again when he was shown onscreen.
The USTA told broadcasters to censor crowd response to him & not air disruptions or reactions. But it was audible
#USDemocracy #Voices4Victory
Loud boos & sparse clapping greeted Trump at the US Open, when he arrived,then during the national anthem & again when he was shown onscreen.
The USTA told broadcasters to censor crowd response to him & not air disruptions or reactions. But it was audible
#USDemocracy #Voices4Victory
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Is “Backs off his claim” how the kids say he lied these days, @washingtonpost.com ?
Because Speaker Johnson told a whopper here as he covers for powerful pedophiles. 🤥
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Because Speaker Johnson told a whopper here as he covers for powerful pedophiles. 🤥
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
September 7, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Is “Backs off his claim” how the kids say he lied these days, @washingtonpost.com ?
Because Speaker Johnson told a whopper here as he covers for powerful pedophiles. 🤥
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Because Speaker Johnson told a whopper here as he covers for powerful pedophiles. 🤥
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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The Trump administration announced it will review the Smithsonian’s exhibitions, and demanded the institution remove anything "divisive."
Why is Trump so hell-bent on taking over the Smithsonian? It's all part of his larger plan to control not just what we do, but what we think.
Why is Trump so hell-bent on taking over the Smithsonian? It's all part of his larger plan to control not just what we do, but what we think.
Why Does Trump Hate Sesame Street?
Robert Reich
youtu.be
September 7, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The Trump administration announced it will review the Smithsonian’s exhibitions, and demanded the institution remove anything "divisive."
Why is Trump so hell-bent on taking over the Smithsonian? It's all part of his larger plan to control not just what we do, but what we think.
Why is Trump so hell-bent on taking over the Smithsonian? It's all part of his larger plan to control not just what we do, but what we think.
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It’s simple, really. If the White House wants transparency, then they should have NO PROBLEM releasing the full, unredacted files. Shouldn’t they?
Rep. Stansbury: Release the FULL, UNREDACTED Epstein files
YouTube video by Rep. Melanie Stansbury
youtu.be
September 4, 2025 at 4:03 PM
It’s simple, really. If the White House wants transparency, then they should have NO PROBLEM releasing the full, unredacted files. Shouldn’t they?
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With Trump and RFK Jr. pushing a reckless, anti-science vaccine agenda, I'm grateful for @massgovernor.bsky.social's proactive leadership in keeping our communities safe.
This essential action will save lives.
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/03/m...
This essential action will save lives.
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/03/m...
As national consensus on vaccines unravels, Mass. and other states chart disparate paths - The Boston Globe
Governor Maura Healey essentially wrote a prescription for COVID boosters for every person in the state over the age of 5, as Florida moved to lift all vaccine mandates.
www.bostonglobe.com
September 4, 2025 at 5:09 PM
With Trump and RFK Jr. pushing a reckless, anti-science vaccine agenda, I'm grateful for @massgovernor.bsky.social's proactive leadership in keeping our communities safe.
This essential action will save lives.
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/03/m...
This essential action will save lives.
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/09/03/m...
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Releasing the Epstein files isn’t just politics. It’s about truth, accountability and justice for survivors of human trafficking and sexual assault.
Thank you @pressley.house.gov for making sure the voices of survivors remain at the center of this fight.
Thank you @pressley.house.gov for making sure the voices of survivors remain at the center of this fight.
Today, we heard harrowing stories from survivors of Epstein's abuse.
Epstein is dead, but the hurt & harm he caused is alive and well.
We'll keep pushing for accountability, including a public Congressional hearing with survivors and the release of the full Epstein files.
Epstein is dead, but the hurt & harm he caused is alive and well.
We'll keep pushing for accountability, including a public Congressional hearing with survivors and the release of the full Epstein files.
September 4, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Releasing the Epstein files isn’t just politics. It’s about truth, accountability and justice for survivors of human trafficking and sexual assault.
Thank you @pressley.house.gov for making sure the voices of survivors remain at the center of this fight.
Thank you @pressley.house.gov for making sure the voices of survivors remain at the center of this fight.
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“The Trump administration is waging a war on disabled people and working to undo the hard-won rights our elders secured."
In a letter released on Wednesday, House Democrats blasted Trump's Labor Department for abandoning disabled workers.
@metrauxjulia.bsky.social's latest scoop:
In a letter released on Wednesday, House Democrats blasted Trump's Labor Department for abandoning disabled workers.
@metrauxjulia.bsky.social's latest scoop:
House Dems blast Labor Department for abandoning disabled workers
A letter led by California Rep. Lateefah Simon demands answers from Trump's labor secretary.
www.motherjones.com
September 4, 2025 at 6:01 PM
“The Trump administration is waging a war on disabled people and working to undo the hard-won rights our elders secured."
In a letter released on Wednesday, House Democrats blasted Trump's Labor Department for abandoning disabled workers.
@metrauxjulia.bsky.social's latest scoop:
In a letter released on Wednesday, House Democrats blasted Trump's Labor Department for abandoning disabled workers.
@metrauxjulia.bsky.social's latest scoop:
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Here is the link to the DOJ's website for the transcripts and audio of Todd Blanche's meetings with Ghislaine Maxwell:
[NOTE: The level of fiction in these transcripts borders on the absurd.]
www.justice.gov/maxwell-inte...
[NOTE: The level of fiction in these transcripts borders on the absurd.]
www.justice.gov/maxwell-inte...
Maxwell Interview
www.justice.gov
August 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Here is the link to the DOJ's website for the transcripts and audio of Todd Blanche's meetings with Ghislaine Maxwell:
[NOTE: The level of fiction in these transcripts borders on the absurd.]
www.justice.gov/maxwell-inte...
[NOTE: The level of fiction in these transcripts borders on the absurd.]
www.justice.gov/maxwell-inte...
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The DC resistance isn’t manifesting this week as recognizable members of Congress marching up and down Pennsylvania Avenue with CNN cameras in tow, but as an array of ordinary DC residents documenting what’s happening in their neighborhoods and mobilizing pop-up actions.
The resistance is active in DC—you’re just not looking closely enough
It's not massive protests on Pennsylvania Avenue, but happenstance hecklers and Nextdoor posts.
www.motherjones.com
August 22, 2025 at 8:55 PM
The DC resistance isn’t manifesting this week as recognizable members of Congress marching up and down Pennsylvania Avenue with CNN cameras in tow, but as an array of ordinary DC residents documenting what’s happening in their neighborhoods and mobilizing pop-up actions.