James Z
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Reposting this everyday until Pete Hagueseth faces justice for his crimes against humanity.
Thou Shalt Not Murder Fishermen While Pardoning Drug Lords
This is evil.
www.thegodpodcast.com
December 3, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Amazing and sad video.
Epstein survivors issue urgent plea to Congress
YouTube video by NBC News
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November 17, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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BREAKING: Prop 50 passes in California.

Voters approved Newsom’s plan to oust GOP incumbents with a new congressional map that could give Dems up to five more seats in next year’s midterms, buoying their prospects of retaking the House.

Read more: politi.co/43QRB8I
November 5, 2025 at 4:17 AM
I know he cant do everything he hopes, but this is the exact change we need in the Democratic Party!
npr.org NPR @npr.org · Nov 5
JUST IN: Mamdani, a democratic socialist and state assemblymember, will make history as the first Muslim and South Asian person — as well as the youngest in over a century — to serve as New York City mayor.
Mamdani wins New York City mayoral race, in a historic victory for progressives
Mamdani, a democratic socialist and state assemblymember, will make history as the first Muslim and South Asian person — as well as the youngest in over a century — to serve as New York City mayor.
n.pr
November 5, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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Two federal judges have ruled that the Trump administration cannot use the government shutdown as a reason to suspend food assistance for 42 million Americans. Yet, as SNAP payments were set to be disbursed,
November 2, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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October 28, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Brilliant ad by, of all advertisers, Ontario, Canada. Forcing Republicans to decide if they really love Ronald Reagan all that much.
Ontario launches $75 million ad campaign using the words of Ronald Reagan to argue against tariffs.
YouTube video by Toronto Sun
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October 21, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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Wow! Love your creativity Ocean Beach (San Francisco)!
October 18, 2025 at 10:38 PM
This is what is beautiful about our country, Peaceful protests!
October 19, 2025 at 4:58 PM
This is complete and utter BS!!! When did the President of the United States have to beat his chest. We have been a country not needing to, of civility amd restraint. This is only to stroke his fragile ego, nothing else....
October 18, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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This is outrageous. What ICE is doing is ILLEGAL. Every individual has a right to proper due process. The due process clauses in the 5th and 14th Amendments of our U.S. Constitution protects every person within U.S. borders, regardless of immigration status. (1/4)
October 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Trump loves felons..... if he is the party of law as he so claimed, this type of corruption wouldn't happen. The law breakers would be in prison...
npr.org NPR @npr.org · Oct 17
The disgraced New York Republican was sentenced to more than seven years in prison after pleading guilty to a litany of federal charges, including wire fraud, identity theft and money laundering. n.pr/47uii5k
President Trump commutes the prison sentence of George Santos
The disgraced New York Republican was sentenced to more than seven years in prison after pleading guilty to a litany of federal charges, including wire fraud and identity theft.
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October 18, 2025 at 1:51 AM
If I was in town, I'd be there! I happily attended the June protest .
On Saturday it’s estimated that millions of Americans will show up at one of the No Kings protests for an anticipated nonviolent stand against the Trump Administration. Several are scheduled to take place on the Central Coast from Monterey to Simi Valley
www.edhat.com/news/no-king...
#edhat #SBnews
No Kings Protest Returns to Santa Barbara and Central Coast on Saturday, October 18 - edhat
Protestors will return to the streets on Saturday throughout the United States and Central Coast for a second "No Kings" protest.
www.edhat.com
October 16, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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Real estate investors now own about 20% of single-family homes in the country.

A big reason why home prices have skyrocketed in recent years is a lack of supply — and investors sinking their teeth into whatever is left on the market is making the problem even worse.
How Wall Street Priced You Out of a Home | Robert Reich
Robert Reich
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October 9, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Just had the opportunity to watch The Last Class with Robert Reich. Please take the time to see it when you have a chance. Its a beautiful portrait of the joy of teaching and aging. Thank you UCSB Arts & Lecures for hosting it.
#thelastclass #ucsb
October 10, 2025 at 4:04 AM
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I’m voting yes as well! We can’t sit on our ass while democracy moves toward oligarchy through a one-party power grab. This temporary redistricting is an important step to protect the people’s voice, OUR voice!
IN CALIFORNIA, I'M VOTING YES ON PROPOSITION 50. Just so you know.
September 17, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Food for thought...
Starbucks’ CEO made 6,666x more than the company's median employee in 2024.

This was the widest CEO-to-Worker pay gap in the entire S&P 500.

Remember this before you order your next pumpkin spice latte.
August 28, 2025 at 12:32 AM
What's the honest point in stopping this project that is almost completed?
npr.org NPR @npr.org · Aug 25
The Revolution Wind farm was slated to start sending power to homes and businesses in Rhode Island and Connecticut starting next year.
Trump administration halts work on an almost-finished wind farm
The Revolution Wind farm was slated to start sending power to homes and businesses in Rhode Island and Connecticut starting next year.
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August 25, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Seriously... how is this okay in our society?
Well, this has certainly escalated quickly. National Guard units patrolling the nation’s capital under Trump’s orders are now carrying firearms. The moment our military turns its weapons on American citizens will mark a point of no return.
Some National Guard units in Washington are now carrying firearms in escalation of Trump deployment
Some National Guard units patrolling the nation’s capital at the direction of President Donald Trump have started carrying firearms.
apnews.com
August 25, 2025 at 1:55 AM
I signed up to support Santa Barbara County Democratic Party. Can you join me? Use this link to sign up. www.mobilize.us/santabarbara...

Thanks,
James
Volunteer With Us! · Santa Barbara County Democratic Party
Ready to make a difference? Join our volunteer team and help create positive change in our community. Whether you’re passionate about canvassing, phone banking, or helping at events, there’s a place f...
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May 30, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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May 6, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from dismantling Voice of America.
April 23, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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JUST IN: Judge finds 'probable cause' to hold U.S. in contempt over Alien Enemies Act deportations
Judge: 'Probable cause' to hold U.S. in contempt over Alien Enemies Act deportations
The government sent several planeloads of alleged gang members to El Salvador, including 137 people under the act, the White House said at the time.
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April 16, 2025 at 4:43 PM