Richard Silvia
@yesrising.bsky.social
Writer of dreams, music and inclusiveness. YESRISING TOGETHER —Civil Society is Us!
Curiosity, Critical Thinking, Education, and Empathy are pathways to a better future. 🏳️🌈
Thinkers 👉🏻 https://linktr.ee/YesRising
Curiosity, Critical Thinking, Education, and Empathy are pathways to a better future. 🏳️🌈
Thinkers 👉🏻 https://linktr.ee/YesRising
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Something is stirring in us again.
I wrote We Are America to capture what so many of us are feeling — the fear, the fatigue, and the fierce hope that refuses to die.
This is Part 1 of my spoken word poem, set to music I composed — not perfect, but real..
🎙️ We are America. 🇺🇸
linktr.ee/YesRising
I wrote We Are America to capture what so many of us are feeling — the fear, the fatigue, and the fierce hope that refuses to die.
This is Part 1 of my spoken word poem, set to music I composed — not perfect, but real..
🎙️ We are America. 🇺🇸
linktr.ee/YesRising
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DAY AHEAD: Kash Patel faces federal lawsuit, accused of “pattern of abusing” FBI procedures
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THE DAY AHEAD: Kash Patel faces federal lawsuit, accused of “pattern of abusing” FBI procedures
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December 9, 2025 at 12:17 PM
DAY AHEAD: Kash Patel faces federal lawsuit, accused of “pattern of abusing” FBI procedures
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Supreme Court appears primed to hand him another win by finding the president has complete control over the officers in the executive branch…”
—Letters from an American 🇺🇸 by @hcrichardson.bsky.social
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—Letters from an American 🇺🇸 by @hcrichardson.bsky.social
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December 9, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Supreme Court appears primed to hand him another win by finding the president has complete control over the officers in the executive branch…”
—Letters from an American 🇺🇸 by @hcrichardson.bsky.social
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—Letters from an American 🇺🇸 by @hcrichardson.bsky.social
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1. I agree with this take 2. This is far more optimistic than I'm used to seeing from The Bulwark and I'm down with it.
"They wanted this to go differently."
The crackdown isn’t going as planned. Courts are blocking schemes, cities are pushing back, and protesters are making life very uncomfortable for Trump’s enforcers.
@billkristolbulwark.bsky.social and @timmiller.bsky.social explain how resistance is working.
The crackdown isn’t going as planned. Courts are blocking schemes, cities are pushing back, and protesters are making life very uncomfortable for Trump’s enforcers.
@billkristolbulwark.bsky.social and @timmiller.bsky.social explain how resistance is working.
December 8, 2025 at 11:17 PM
1. I agree with this take 2. This is far more optimistic than I'm used to seeing from The Bulwark and I'm down with it.
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To recap:
•Rittenhouse killed 2 people at a BLM rally & raised $2M
•Shiloh Hendrix called a Black child the n-word & raised $800K
•Now Crystal Wilsey called a Black customer the n-word & has already raised $100K in 1 day
On thing remains clear—White supremacy remains extremely profitable in America
•Rittenhouse killed 2 people at a BLM rally & raised $2M
•Shiloh Hendrix called a Black child the n-word & raised $800K
•Now Crystal Wilsey called a Black customer the n-word & has already raised $100K in 1 day
On thing remains clear—White supremacy remains extremely profitable in America
December 8, 2025 at 9:13 PM
To recap:
•Rittenhouse killed 2 people at a BLM rally & raised $2M
•Shiloh Hendrix called a Black child the n-word & raised $800K
•Now Crystal Wilsey called a Black customer the n-word & has already raised $100K in 1 day
On thing remains clear—White supremacy remains extremely profitable in America
•Rittenhouse killed 2 people at a BLM rally & raised $2M
•Shiloh Hendrix called a Black child the n-word & raised $800K
•Now Crystal Wilsey called a Black customer the n-word & has already raised $100K in 1 day
On thing remains clear—White supremacy remains extremely profitable in America
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Trump is letting NVIDIA export cutting-edge AI chips that his own DOJ revealed are being illegally smuggled into China.
His own DOJ called these chips "building blocks of AI superiority."
Trump and Lutnick need to answer to Congress on why they are selling out US security.
His own DOJ called these chips "building blocks of AI superiority."
Trump and Lutnick need to answer to Congress on why they are selling out US security.
December 9, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Trump is letting NVIDIA export cutting-edge AI chips that his own DOJ revealed are being illegally smuggled into China.
His own DOJ called these chips "building blocks of AI superiority."
Trump and Lutnick need to answer to Congress on why they are selling out US security.
His own DOJ called these chips "building blocks of AI superiority."
Trump and Lutnick need to answer to Congress on why they are selling out US security.
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Just out of curiosity, are there any Democratic state governors that are comparatively hostile to their conservative constituents or is this a one-way street?
December 9, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Just out of curiosity, are there any Democratic state governors that are comparatively hostile to their conservative constituents or is this a one-way street?
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rule of law
Rule of law
Rule of Law
Rule of Law!
RULE OF LAW!!!!!
Alive in the lower federal courts.
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Rule of law
Rule of Law
Rule of Law!
RULE OF LAW!!!!!
Alive in the lower federal courts.
bsky.app/profile/marc...
A federal court ruled Thursday that President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops in Washington D.C. was likely unlawful and inflicted serious harm on the District’s right to govern itself. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Trump’s D.C. National Guard Deployment Was Unlawful, Federal Court Finds
Read more here.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:46 PM
rule of law
Rule of law
Rule of Law
Rule of Law!
RULE OF LAW!!!!!
Alive in the lower federal courts.
bsky.app/profile/marc...
Rule of law
Rule of Law
Rule of Law!
RULE OF LAW!!!!!
Alive in the lower federal courts.
bsky.app/profile/marc...
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Great to be with a fellow MeidasTouch contributor, Anthony Davis, as we discuss the fissures, cracks and chasms forming amongst Trump's MAGA base. @theanthonydavis.bsky.social @meidastouch.com @meidasjordy.bsky.social @meiselasb.bsky.social @bmeiselas.bsky.social
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LIVE: Trump Voters FINALLY FLEE MAGA as they get BRUTAL REALITY CHECK | The Weekend Show
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December 9, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Great to be with a fellow MeidasTouch contributor, Anthony Davis, as we discuss the fissures, cracks and chasms forming amongst Trump's MAGA base. @theanthonydavis.bsky.social @meidastouch.com @meidasjordy.bsky.social @meiselasb.bsky.social @bmeiselas.bsky.social
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It’s important to remember there are two scandals here:
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
BERMAN: Did you see any evidence of them trying to use a radio in the video you saw?
TOM COTTON: Well I saw lots of evidence of them standing on the boat that had been capsized
BERMAN: That wasn't my question. Did you see any evidence?
COTTON: No, I didn't
TOM COTTON: Well I saw lots of evidence of them standing on the boat that had been capsized
BERMAN: That wasn't my question. Did you see any evidence?
COTTON: No, I didn't
December 7, 2025 at 6:26 PM
It’s important to remember there are two scandals here:
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
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File this under Least Surprising News of the Day
The Corruption never ends
The Corruption never ends
December 8, 2025 at 10:56 PM
File this under Least Surprising News of the Day
The Corruption never ends
The Corruption never ends
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Congressional investigations are likely the ONLY accountability this administration will face. Bondi won't arrest anyone. US officials can't be tried at the Hague. And even if we get a new AG in 2029, Trump is going to pardon everyone. These midterms are crucial for accountability.
December 8, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Congressional investigations are likely the ONLY accountability this administration will face. Bondi won't arrest anyone. US officials can't be tried at the Hague. And even if we get a new AG in 2029, Trump is going to pardon everyone. These midterms are crucial for accountability.
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FOX: Interim U.S. Attorney for the state of New Jersey, Alina Habba has resigned. Attorney General Pam Bondi says she accepted the resignation after a court's decision disqualifying Habba from serving.
December 8, 2025 at 7:15 PM
FOX: Interim U.S. Attorney for the state of New Jersey, Alina Habba has resigned. Attorney General Pam Bondi says she accepted the resignation after a court's decision disqualifying Habba from serving.
6 satanic Supreme Court justices need be held accountable. It’s 6 people against the United States of America. Who shall win?
Serious Question, Do Not Obey… When will we stop obeying a clearly corrupt SCOTUS?
December 8, 2025 at 11:47 PM
6 satanic Supreme Court justices need be held accountable. It’s 6 people against the United States of America. Who shall win?
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Fuck SCOTUS and Trump, too
December 8, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Fuck SCOTUS and Trump, too
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it’s pretty funny that Duffy is simultaneously
1. scolding passengers for not wearing fancy clothes while flying
2. supporting airport gyms so passengers can be sweaty and gross while flying
both of these proposals are idiotic but the direct contradiction is next level
1. scolding passengers for not wearing fancy clothes while flying
2. supporting airport gyms so passengers can be sweaty and gross while flying
both of these proposals are idiotic but the direct contradiction is next level
Duffy on what he's doing to improve the airport experience for travelers: "Maybe I want a workout area where people might get some blood flowing doing some pull ups or step ups in the airport."
December 8, 2025 at 9:48 PM
it’s pretty funny that Duffy is simultaneously
1. scolding passengers for not wearing fancy clothes while flying
2. supporting airport gyms so passengers can be sweaty and gross while flying
both of these proposals are idiotic but the direct contradiction is next level
1. scolding passengers for not wearing fancy clothes while flying
2. supporting airport gyms so passengers can be sweaty and gross while flying
both of these proposals are idiotic but the direct contradiction is next level
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Former FTC Commissioner warns of world 'rife for deal making and corruption' if SCOTUS sides with president in Trump v Slaughter
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Fmr FTC Commissioner warns of world ‘rife for deal making and corruption’ if SCOTUS sides with president in Trump v Slaughter | CNN Politics
The U.S. Supreme Court is weighing an appeal over President Trump’s firing of Rebecca Kelly Slaughter from the Federal Trade Commission. CNN’s Boris Sanchez speaks with former FTC Commissioner Alvaro...
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December 8, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Former FTC Commissioner warns of world 'rife for deal making and corruption' if SCOTUS sides with president in Trump v Slaughter
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You can read the coverage from CNN today for a summary of our analysis: www.cnn.com/2025/12/08/m...
Analysis: Trump’s first year back in office contradicts his ‘free speech’ commitments | CNN Business
Nora Benavidez of the nonprofit advocacy group Free Press set out to catalog the Trump administration’s First Amendment infringements. She soon had a list of almost 200.
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December 8, 2025 at 3:46 PM
You can read the coverage from CNN today for a summary of our analysis: www.cnn.com/2025/12/08/m...
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Trump just confirmed he'll sign an executive order banning states from regulating AI.
It's a huge victory for Big Tech, which has spent millions lobbying to stop guardrails against AI. https://youtu.be/imtkNL4v2ks?si=lA7bwZgq-9DYkij5
It's a huge victory for Big Tech, which has spent millions lobbying to stop guardrails against AI. https://youtu.be/imtkNL4v2ks?si=lA7bwZgq-9DYkij5
Big Tech's AI Power-Grab
Robert Reich
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December 8, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Trump just confirmed he'll sign an executive order banning states from regulating AI.
It's a huge victory for Big Tech, which has spent millions lobbying to stop guardrails against AI. https://youtu.be/imtkNL4v2ks?si=lA7bwZgq-9DYkij5
It's a huge victory for Big Tech, which has spent millions lobbying to stop guardrails against AI. https://youtu.be/imtkNL4v2ks?si=lA7bwZgq-9DYkij5
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Administration asks Supreme Court to dump 1935 precedent in Trump FTC firing case reut.rs/4oS4siY
Administration asks Supreme Court to dump 1935 precedent in Trump FTC firing case
A Justice Department lawyer urged the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to overturn a 1935 precedent that limits presidential authority as the justices weighed the legality of Donald Trump's firing of a Federal Trade Commission member in a major test of presidential power.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Administration asks Supreme Court to dump 1935 precedent in Trump FTC firing case reut.rs/4oS4siY
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The Trump DOJ met a Friday deadline set by U.S. District Judge James Boasberg to submit sworn declarations by the officials involved in the decision to continue with the Alien Enemies Act deportation flights in mid-March–but signaled it would cooperate no more.
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Trump DOJ Stonewalls Criminal Contempt Inquiry
Will Emil Bove Have To Testify? A lot of weekend news to...
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December 8, 2025 at 4:09 PM
The Trump DOJ met a Friday deadline set by U.S. District Judge James Boasberg to submit sworn declarations by the officials involved in the decision to continue with the Alien Enemies Act deportation flights in mid-March–but signaled it would cooperate no more.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Hegseth said US military should refuse ‘unlawful’ Trump orders in unearthed 2016 interview
Defense secretary’s comments recirculating amid dispute over US strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean
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Defense secretary’s comments recirculating amid dispute over US strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean
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Hegseth said US military should refuse ‘unlawful’ Trump orders in unearthed 2016 interview
Defense secretary’s comments recirculating amid dispute over US strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean
www.theguardian.com
December 8, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Hegseth said US military should refuse ‘unlawful’ Trump orders in unearthed 2016 interview
Defense secretary’s comments recirculating amid dispute over US strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Defense secretary’s comments recirculating amid dispute over US strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
The greatest pleasure would be Hegseth captured by the cartels.
When Pete Hegseth spoke to reporters about National Guard members shot in DC, he said: “I mentioned the faith of this country, the Christian faith.”
Hegseth's ties to white Christian Nationalism are alarming and dangerous.
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Hegseth's ties to white Christian Nationalism are alarming and dangerous.
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Not a Single Senator Probed the Most Dangerous Part of Pete Hegseth's Background: His Ties to White Christian Nationalism
It’s hard to find strong enough adjectives to describe the unmitigated disaster the senate hearing on Pete Hegseth truly was. Even the few Republicans who had expressed previous concerns about his nom...
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December 8, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The greatest pleasure would be Hegseth captured by the cartels.
Hegseth et'al... so smug, in your face stare at the cameras.
December 8, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Hegseth et'al... so smug, in your face stare at the cameras.
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Whoa ! Hegseth and Wife getting the treatment here..exactly what every Trump Administration Official should be getting ...
December 8, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Whoa ! Hegseth and Wife getting the treatment here..exactly what every Trump Administration Official should be getting ...