Ted Millar
@tlp32.bsky.social
Poet, teacher, parent, activist with a podcast addiction. Read my work at https://tedmillar.medium.com & theleftplace.substack.com.
It’s real, it’s Orwellian, and it’s something that isn’t getting nearly the attention it deserves—especially in the corporate-owned mainstream media. #NSPM-7
NSPM-7: The biggest threat (yet) to civil liberties
It’s real, it’s Orwellian, and it’s something that isn’t getting nearly the attention it deserves—especially in the corporate-owned mainstream media.
theleftplace.substack.com
November 30, 2025 at 8:25 PM
It’s real, it’s Orwellian, and it’s something that isn’t getting nearly the attention it deserves—especially in the corporate-owned mainstream media. #NSPM-7
Reposted by Ted Millar
Here we go: the beginning stages of the "little war" every republi-con president since Reagan has waged as a national distraction and boost poll numbers. Think it will work this time? #Venezuela
Trump says airspace above and surrounding Venezuela to be closed in its entirety (Reuters)
Nov 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela is to be closed in its entirety.
l.smartnews.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Here we go: the beginning stages of the "little war" every republi-con president since Reagan has waged as a national distraction and boost poll numbers. Think it will work this time? #Venezuela
Watching Ken Burns's brilliant documentary on the American Revolution leaves me with an unusual question.
So Tom Hanks does the voice over for Josiah Bartlett. Why not Martin Sheen since he played a character named "Josiah Bartlett" on The West Wing? @themartinpod.bsky.social
So Tom Hanks does the voice over for Josiah Bartlett. Why not Martin Sheen since he played a character named "Josiah Bartlett" on The West Wing? @themartinpod.bsky.social
November 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Watching Ken Burns's brilliant documentary on the American Revolution leaves me with an unusual question.
So Tom Hanks does the voice over for Josiah Bartlett. Why not Martin Sheen since he played a character named "Josiah Bartlett" on The West Wing? @themartinpod.bsky.social
So Tom Hanks does the voice over for Josiah Bartlett. Why not Martin Sheen since he played a character named "Josiah Bartlett" on The West Wing? @themartinpod.bsky.social
Did anyone else happen to recognize the cruel metaphor in scheduling a game between the Kansas City Chiefs & Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving? Cowboys & Indians. Thanksgiving.
Maybe the subtle cruelty was the point.
Maybe the subtle cruelty was the point.
November 28, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Did anyone else happen to recognize the cruel metaphor in scheduling a game between the Kansas City Chiefs & Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving? Cowboys & Indians. Thanksgiving.
Maybe the subtle cruelty was the point.
Maybe the subtle cruelty was the point.
Got an hour today, have a listen to Amy Goodman's interview of #LeonardPeltier on @democracynow.org. It's a great way to acknowledge the Indigenous rights warriors we still have among us as we sit down in thanks with our familes.
Leonard Peltier on Indigenous Rights, His Half-Century in Prison & More
In September, Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman sat down with longtime political prisoner and Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier for his first extended television and radio broadcast interview since hi...
www.democracynow.org
November 27, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Got an hour today, have a listen to Amy Goodman's interview of #LeonardPeltier on @democracynow.org. It's a great way to acknowledge the Indigenous rights warriors we still have among us as we sit down in thanks with our familes.
There is no way republicans gave in this easily unless the fix is already in. #Epsteinfiles
Here come the "Epstein Files" (Felon Edition)
There is no way republicans gave in this easily unless the fix is already in.
theleftplace.substack.com
November 23, 2025 at 10:02 PM
There is no way republicans gave in this easily unless the fix is already in. #Epsteinfiles
Don't give in, President #Zelenskyy. These guys are trying to sell you a flaming bag of shit.
In His Tightest Corner Yet, Will Zelensky Rise to the Occasion?
www.nytimes.com
November 23, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Don't give in, President #Zelenskyy. These guys are trying to sell you a flaming bag of shit.
I may not want to run, but what about you? Yes, YOU.
Why I won't run for office but refuse to sit on the sidelines
There are myriad present candidates and incumbents who depend on those in the background making the machine run. I enjoy being one of them.
open.substack.com
November 23, 2025 at 4:58 AM
I may not want to run, but what about you? Yes, YOU.
Thank you abundantly, Abundance!
November 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Thank you abundantly, Abundance!
Well, this is not good.
Military service will reportedly no longer classify 'divisive' swastika as 'hate' symbol
Trump administration insiders are furious over reporting that the U.S. Coast Guard, which is part of the Department of Homeland Security, will no longer classify the swastika as a symbol of "hate."Acc...
www.rawstory.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Well, this is not good.
So he has a doppelganger now? They're really running out of runway.
November 19, 2025 at 10:37 AM
So he has a doppelganger now? They're really running out of runway.
The felon will likely veto it, so the question is, will Congress have enough votes to override the veto?
House and Senate both approve releasing the Epstein files by a near unanimous margin
The measure would compel the Justice Department to release files regarding convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. It will soon head to the desk of President Trump, who has said he would sign it.
www.npr.org
November 18, 2025 at 11:15 PM
The felon will likely veto it, so the question is, will Congress have enough votes to override the veto?
Anyone know if this is real? Because if so, holy shit.
Scott D (@scottdegroff)
substack.com
November 16, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Anyone know if this is real? Because if so, holy shit.
Eight #Democratic senators are responsible for ending the longest government #shutdown in history. Was it simply desperation, or was there a wider strategy? #ReleasetheEpsteinfiles
Was it caving or three-dimensional chess?
Eight Democratic senators are responsible for ending the longest government shutdown in history. Was it simply desperation, or was there a wider strategy?
theleftplace.substack.com
November 16, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Eight #Democratic senators are responsible for ending the longest government #shutdown in history. Was it simply desperation, or was there a wider strategy? #ReleasetheEpsteinfiles
I'm telling you, he's planning on having a "little war" to try to take the heat off his crimes, specifically the #Epsteinfiles.
Trump signals decision on Venezuela as U.S. military buildup intensifies in Caribbean (Miami Herald)
President Donald Trump said Friday night he has already decided on his next steps toward Venezuela, offering his clearest indication yet that Washington is p...
l.smartnews.com
November 15, 2025 at 12:47 PM
I'm telling you, he's planning on having a "little war" to try to take the heat off his crimes, specifically the #Epsteinfiles.
We can start with him the next time he leaves the country.
Donald Trump promises to ban overweight people from entering US as new guidelines issued (LADbible)
If you're planning on setting up a new life in the United States, you'd better make sure you don't pile on too many pounds over Christmas.
That's because obe...
l.smartnews.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:46 PM
We can start with him the next time he leaves the country.
So, #NYDems, who's running against @schumer.senate.gov? If it wasn't clear before, it's clear now he's got to go. #Schumer
November 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM
So, #NYDems, who's running against @schumer.senate.gov? If it wasn't clear before, it's clear now he's got to go. #Schumer
To quote a line from "My Cousin Vinny:" "Everything this guy said is bullshit."
Trump says Americans would receive $2,000 tariff dividend, according to report
(The Hill) — President Trump said Sunday that each American will receive at least $2,000 from tariff revenue collected by the administration. “A dividend of at $2000 a person (not including high incom...
ground.news
November 11, 2025 at 1:52 AM
To quote a line from "My Cousin Vinny:" "Everything this guy said is bullshit."
These shills didn't even wait a week after an election that tipped in their favor to cave.
Trump news at a glance: eight Democrats join Republicans to advance funding bill
Bill, a first step to ending the shutdown, will still need to be deliberated and passed by the Senate, and win approval in the house. Key US politics stories from 9 November at a glance
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
These shills didn't even wait a week after an election that tipped in their favor to cave.
Blowing up the #filibuster will not only allow a small-”D” democratic simple majority to pass legislation to re-open the government; it will also rob lawmakers from both parties of political cover. #republicanobstructionists
The President's Call to Nuke the Filibuster is Admitting Republicans Are to Blame for the Longest Government Shutdown in History
Blowing up the filibuster will not only allow a small-”D” democratic simple majority to pass legislation to re-open the government; it will also rob lawmakers from both parties of political cover.
theleftplace.substack.com
November 10, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Blowing up the #filibuster will not only allow a small-”D” democratic simple majority to pass legislation to re-open the government; it will also rob lawmakers from both parties of political cover. #republicanobstructionists
If I'm ever elected president and my predecessor leaves me a booming economy, progressive infrastructure projects and tax plan, and international cooperation, I would sit back and enjoy all the credit. What I wouldn't do is unravel everything, set fire to it, and tell everyone everything is fine.
November 8, 2025 at 5:18 PM
If I'm ever elected president and my predecessor leaves me a booming economy, progressive infrastructure projects and tax plan, and international cooperation, I would sit back and enjoy all the credit. What I wouldn't do is unravel everything, set fire to it, and tell everyone everything is fine.
They were just waiting to see how the election turned out. Prepare to see a dramatic shift in tone toward the felon. Or not.
'Red flag to GOP': Irate Republicans reportedly ready to break with Trump to end shutdown
Republicans are privately signaling they're preparing to break with President Donald Trump to end the government shutdown, according to a new report.The president called on Senate Republicans to "term...
www.rawstory.com
November 6, 2025 at 12:09 PM
They were just waiting to see how the election turned out. Prepare to see a dramatic shift in tone toward the felon. Or not.
Barely any sleep but feeling amazing! #Democratswin
November 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Barely any sleep but feeling amazing! #Democratswin
Yes! Hot damn, #Virginia!
Democrat Spanberger wins Virginia governor race with message on DOGE, cost of living
Spanberger, a former congresswoman, flips the governor's mansion from red to blue after campaigning against the Trump administration's federal layoffs and tariffs.
www.npr.org
November 5, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Yes! Hot damn, #Virginia!