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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · May 11

A very #HappyMothersDay❤️💐 today to my wonderful mother! And a very Happy Mother’s Day also to all the other moms, moms-to-be, step-moms, mother figures and pet mamas out there! 💜🥳🌷🌸#familyalbums #appreciation #gratitude

Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Apr 21

Very sorry to hear this sad news! I admire that he was inclusive and showed empathy and grace to all. May he rest in peace. 🙏#RIPPopeFrancis

The New York Times @nytimes.com · Apr 21

Pope Francis died on Monday at 88. His papacy promoted inclusivity, embracing survivors of sexual abuse by clergy members; LGBTQ Catholics; Muslim and Orthodox clerics; and leaders of developing nations, where he believed the church’s future was rooted.

See Francis' life in photos: nyti.ms/4lEHXNZ

Pope Francis waves to a large crowd of people, some of whom are waving Cuban flags or holding up their phones to take photos. Photo credit: Daniel Berehulak for The New York Times

Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Apr 20

#HappyEaster to everyone celebrating - and a lovely day to all!! 🐰🌷🐣🌸🪻🌹🌻💜#vintagegreetingcards #easterbunnies🐰

Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Apr 2

Huge defeat for Trump and for Elon Musk, who tried to literally buy this seat. The power of grassroots organizing for the win!! 💙🎉👏 #SpecialElection #WISpecialElection #electionnightinAmerica #resist

Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com · Apr 2

BREAKING: Susan Crawford has WON the Wisconsin state Supreme Court race!!

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Protect Our Care @protectourcare.org · Apr 1

@booker.senate.gov is right: Medicaid is a lifeline.

For kids. For moms. For seniors. For people with disabilities.

But some politicians want to cut it—again.

We can’t let them.

We must protect Medicaid and the people who rely on it. #ProtectMedicaid

U.S. Senator Cory Booker speaks passionately at a podium, gesturing with his right hand. Overlaid on the image is a quote in bold text: “Medicaid is not just a health program. It is a lifeline. It provides access to care for those who need it most, poor and vulnerable children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and disabled individuals in our nation, while ensuring their dignity.” — Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ). The words "Medicaid is not just a health program. It is a lifeline." and the senator’s name are highlighted in yellow.

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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Apr 2

Wow, these Florida Special Election congressional races are much closer than they should be (very red districts, including Matt Gaetz’s) - Republicans should be worried longer term! #SpecialElections #ElectionNightinAmerica #msnbc #ilovepolitics

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Susie @susixq.bsky.social · Mar 14

In case you can’t figure out what to say when you call. Send a message today.

CAP Action @americanprogressaction.org · Mar 14

‼️ The Senate is voting TODAY on the Republican spending bill that will cut everything from veterans benefits to child cancer research. There’s still time to call your Senators and tell them to vote “NO.” Not sure what to say? Use this script—and then pass it on to a friend!

The graphic provides a suggested script for callers: ‘Hi, my name is ___, and I’m a resident of [your state]. I’m asking Senator ___ to vote NO on the Republican spending bill. Please, stand against Trump and Elon Musk’s extreme cuts that harm working people while benefiting the richest of the rich. This bill would hurt everyday Americans who rely on public education, Social Security, veterans services, rent subsidies, and so much more.’ At the bottom, a yellow-highlighted section reads ‘Call right now!’ followed by the phone number ‘(202) 224-3121’ in bold white text.”

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CAP Action @americanprogressaction.org · Mar 14

When we come together, we can win. Keep calling your Senators and tell them to vote “HELL NO” on the Republican spending bill. We have to keep fighting to protect kids, veterans, working families, and the elderly.

Dark graphic with overlaid text that reads, "YOUR CALLS ARE WORKING! Since last night, 8 more Democratic senators are committed to voting NO against the extreme MAGA Republican spending bill. Keep up the calls: (202) 224-3121"

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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Mar 5

Solid response but imo, she should’ve mentioned Medicaid specifically and by name in the section about Social Security and Medicare, all of which are at risk from “DOGE” and this administration and the GOP budget. To omit this missed the moment. #DemocraticResponse #StateOfTheUnion

MSNBC @msnbc.com · Mar 5

"Change doesn't need to be chaotic or make us less safe," Sen. Elissa Slotkin says regarding DOGE cuts.

Slotkin is delivering the Democratic response to President Trump's joint congressional address.

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Protect Our Care @protectourcare.org · Mar 5

Trump spoke for over 90 minutes tonight but said zero words on how the proposed $880 billion cut to Medicaid could devastate children's health care.

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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Mar 5

Worst #StateOfTheUnion ever, even in comparison to his first term. Utterly divisive and don’t even get me started on the fact check…😂🤦‍♀️

Proud to be woke, proud to be a Democrat, proud to #resist! 😎

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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Mar 5

Not this convicted felon - and the instigator of January 6 - lecturing anyone else on “law and order”! 🤦‍♀️ #resist #StateOfTheUnion

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Mar 5

Things Trump did that he isn't talking about tonight...

-Fired 17 inspectors general and the top govt ethics director

-Halted anti-bribery enforcement and money laundering laws

-Dismantled CFPB at the behest of billionaires

-Put a corporate lobbyist in charge of the DOJ

"Drain the swamp."

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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Mar 5

And…plans to lower the price of eggs and expenses (his biggest, Day One campaign promise)? 🦗s. #resist #StateOfTheUnion

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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Mar 5

This…is a campaign speech. Nothing about this is presidential, at all (though that of course is no surprise at this point). 🤦‍♀️ #resist #StateOfTheUnion

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The Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · Mar 5

At tonight’s State of the Union, Trump will have one goal: to distract.

His policies are wreaking havoc on the economy and upending American lives, and he will lie, blame, and distract to avoid any bit of responsibility. Don’t fall for it.

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Tara B. @tlattelib86.bsky.social · Mar 5

Is anyone subjecting themselves to the #StateOfTheUnion tonight? There should definitely be a live fact checker on every network (but with this president, that would be a full time job! 😂🤦‍♀️) #resist

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Just Jack @just-jack-1.bsky.social · Feb 28

I didn't think I was capable of feeling any more shame for what America has become.

I was wrong.

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Krassensteins @krassenstein.bsky.social · Mar 1

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Fred Guttenberg @fredguttenberg.bsky.social · Feb 28

"History will remember this day— when an American President and Vice President abandoned all we stand for."

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Mar 1

Trump's disgraceful attack on Zelenskyy.

Musk's Cabinet meeting takeover.

Republicans' reverse Robin Hood budget.

A lot happened this week. We get into all of it on today's Coffee Klatch.

The Trump-Putin Axis of A**holes

Trump's disgraceful attack on Zelenskyy. Musk's Cabinet meeting takeover. Republicans' reverse Robin Hood budget. A lot happened this week. We get into all of it on today's Coffee Klatch.

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Mar 1

Republicans have been out to gut Social Security for years because it’s one of the most popular and successful programs ever created.

Those who claim to care about the debt while pushing for trillions in tax cuts for the rich and corporations don't really care about the debt. Hello?

The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · Mar 1

Unelected billionaire Elon Musk attacks social security, which keeps millions of seniors out of poverty, as “the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time”

The heartlessness is limitless

Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DGpEHMK...

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The Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · Feb 3

The world’s richest man who no one elected just walked into the US Treasury, stole your Social Security number, and Trump let him. You deserve to know why this is happening - call your member of Congress and Senators (202) 224-3121 and ask why.

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Protect Our Care @protectourcare.org · Feb 26

🚨NEW AD ALERT: House Republicans just voted to slash Medicaid by nearly $1 TRILLION—ripping health care away from millions to fund tax breaks for billionaires.

Watch our new ad exposing their cruel plan and demand they stop these cuts. #HandsOffMedicaid

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