Marcus Ellsworth
@thinglythings.substack.com
An occasional poet
So if recent events have you finally realizing that Trump and his administration are dangerous, you are welcome to join folks who have been against him for years. Just expect that people will be skeptical of you and your motives. You supported a conman for over a decade. That's on you.
January 27, 2026 at 4:13 PM
So if recent events have you finally realizing that Trump and his administration are dangerous, you are welcome to join folks who have been against him for years. Just expect that people will be skeptical of you and your motives. You supported a conman for over a decade. That's on you.
Reposted by Marcus Ellsworth
My report from Minneapolis, about the things you'll never see. newrepublic.com/article/2057...
January 27, 2026 at 2:18 PM
My report from Minneapolis, about the things you'll never see. newrepublic.com/article/2057...
When the Catholic Church is calling your country out, you're really fucking up.
Wow— “Cardinal Tobin told hundreds of faithful gathered online that now is the time to say no — no to violence, no to indifference, and no to funding the U.S. government’s own “machinery of death.”
www.thelettersfromleo.com/p/pope-leos-...
www.thelettersfromleo.com/p/pope-leos-...
January 27, 2026 at 3:18 PM
When the Catholic Church is calling your country out, you're really fucking up.
Of course they're lying. They built a news network on lies. They've eroded laws and policies that reigned in some of their lies. They've gamed social media to spread their lies. Their voters have been groomed into believing those lies.
But call them liars to their faces. They need to hear it.
But call them liars to their faces. They need to hear it.
January 25, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Of course they're lying. They built a news network on lies. They've eroded laws and policies that reigned in some of their lies. They've gamed social media to spread their lies. Their voters have been groomed into believing those lies.
But call them liars to their faces. They need to hear it.
But call them liars to their faces. They need to hear it.
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Thanks Simon for this important piece!
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/the-courag...
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/the-courag...
The Courage Of The People Of Minnesota Is Lifting Up And Inspiring A Nation
Watch now | For those in the path of the storm - stay safe all!
www.hopiumchronicles.com
January 25, 2026 at 5:28 AM
Thanks Simon for this important piece!
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/the-courag...
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/the-courag...
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“Freedom is not free. We have to work at it. Nurture it. Protect it. Even sacrifice for it.”
January 25, 2026 at 2:56 AM
“Freedom is not free. We have to work at it. Nurture it. Protect it. Even sacrifice for it.”
He's making an incredible case for ensuring access to abortions here.
Johnson: I was the product of an unplanned teen pregnancy and a lot of people tried to convince my young parents that they should take care of that problem
January 24, 2026 at 2:07 AM
He's making an incredible case for ensuring access to abortions here.
"All five senses". Buddy, some pokémon are made of literal garbage.
A "world-class" Pokémon attraction is coming to Universal Studios' chain of theme parks, offering an interactive experience hopes to "stimulate all five senses." https://bit.ly/4rcem0l
January 22, 2026 at 3:34 PM
"All five senses". Buddy, some pokémon are made of literal garbage.
So like, we had a Constitution laying around somewhere... Has anyone checked under the couch? There were some laws sitting right next to it last time I saw it.
January 21, 2026 at 8:55 PM
So like, we had a Constitution laying around somewhere... Has anyone checked under the couch? There were some laws sitting right next to it last time I saw it.
We live in a world where people would rather be wrong than admit they were wrong and make amends. We also live in a world where forgiveness and reconciliation are withheld as if they themselves are sins.
January 21, 2026 at 8:52 PM
We live in a world where people would rather be wrong than admit they were wrong and make amends. We also live in a world where forgiveness and reconciliation are withheld as if they themselves are sins.
I have long lamented the lack of Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein style movies in the modern era and here we are with news of what I hope will be the dumbest most slapsticky horror-comedy these two can conjure up.
Kenan Thompson, Kel Mitchell Reunite for ‘Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein’
Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell are teaming up once again for a horror comedy film that will pit the pair against Frankenstein.
au.variety.com
January 21, 2026 at 3:57 PM
I have long lamented the lack of Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein style movies in the modern era and here we are with news of what I hope will be the dumbest most slapsticky horror-comedy these two can conjure up.
The assholes who voted for him got another Reagan after all.
Trump is now confusing Greenland and Iceland: "They're not there for us on Iceland, that I can tell you. Our stock market took the first dip yesterday because of Iceland. So Iceland has already cost us a lot of money."
January 21, 2026 at 3:49 PM
The assholes who voted for him got another Reagan after all.
One of the few Tennessee politicians that makes me proud to be a Tennessean.
Jones to Hannity: Shame on you. Your children will be ashamed of where you stand. I’m going to pray for you. Tell Trump to put down the pardon pen and pick up a mirror if he wants to go after criminals.
January 21, 2026 at 2:48 PM
One of the few Tennessee politicians that makes me proud to be a Tennessean.
And now for a classic hit we can all dance to! It's an oldie, but it's a real knockout!
I love this song 😌
January 21, 2026 at 2:26 AM
And now for a classic hit we can all dance to! It's an oldie, but it's a real knockout!
So, how do things normally end for insane dictators drunk on power and hell bent on exploiting their entire country for personal gain?
January 20, 2026 at 10:54 PM
So, how do things normally end for insane dictators drunk on power and hell bent on exploiting their entire country for personal gain?
IT'S FRIEND SHAPED! HAI FRAND!
January 20, 2026 at 10:52 PM
IT'S FRIEND SHAPED! HAI FRAND!
Incompetent paramilitary commander troubled by the competently organized civilians out maneuvering his gang of masked sociopaths.
Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino said well-organized protesters in Minnseota make the ICE operation harder.
"They've got some excellent communications," Bovino said.
"They've got some excellent communications," Bovino said.
Live: Minnesota officials subpoenaed in federal probe of state’s response to ICE surge
The federal investigation marks an escalation in tensions between federal and state officials.
bit.ly
January 20, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Incompetent paramilitary commander troubled by the competently organized civilians out maneuvering his gang of masked sociopaths.
It's a confusing day for organizations that are used to covering up and excusing civil rights violations committed by cops.
January 20, 2026 at 10:44 PM
It's a confusing day for organizations that are used to covering up and excusing civil rights violations committed by cops.
More of this please.
Looks like Virginia governor Abigail Spanberger is wasting no time in rolling back the last vestiges of public recognition of the Confederacy.
January 20, 2026 at 7:42 PM
More of this please.
The noise from the Christian right is a swan song for their end, not an overture for their new era.
Gallup reports a 17-point drop in the percentage of US adults who consider religion an important part of their daily lives — from 66% in 2015 to 49% today. This is among the largest drops in any country over any 10-year period since 2007.
It's NOT a revival.
www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...
It's NOT a revival.
www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...
A louder Christian right, not a revival: What Trump is changing in religion
Religion experts weigh in as The White House claims President Donald Trump is the most "pro-faith and pro-religious liberty President in American history."
www.houstonchronicle.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:23 PM
The noise from the Christian right is a swan song for their end, not an overture for their new era.
Worth pointing out, as someone who lives in Chattanooga, that this is at least the third such case involving a member of Abba House's leadership since 1992. The 2nd since 2023. At least that the general public is aware of. A fun fact as my state tries to treat lgbtq people like we're the problem.
January 16, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Worth pointing out, as someone who lives in Chattanooga, that this is at least the third such case involving a member of Abba House's leadership since 1992. The 2nd since 2023. At least that the general public is aware of. A fun fact as my state tries to treat lgbtq people like we're the problem.
Trump has so many people puppeting him that he could qualify as a villain in a muppet movie if he didn't look so lifeless and unbelievable on TV.
January 16, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Trump has so many people puppeting him that he could qualify as a villain in a muppet movie if he didn't look so lifeless and unbelievable on TV.
This rush to appease and honor the bastard with renamings and empty awards makes me think they all know his health is failing. They want to keep him happy and propped up so they can get all their evil schemes in motion before Satan comes to collect.
January 16, 2026 at 8:14 PM
This rush to appease and honor the bastard with renamings and empty awards makes me think they all know his health is failing. They want to keep him happy and propped up so they can get all their evil schemes in motion before Satan comes to collect.
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I’m seeing posts from people (outside of MN) about how US citizens should carry their passports.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
January 16, 2026 at 12:17 AM
I’m seeing posts from people (outside of MN) about how US citizens should carry their passports.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.