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jamelle @jamellebouie.net · 15h

i desperately want everyone involved in the destruction of USAID to have to, st the very least, answer to the american people for the suffering and misery they have caused apnews.com/article/myan...

Starving children screaming for food as US aid cuts unleash devastation and death across Myanmar

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has repeatedly said “no one has died" because of his government’s decision to gut its foreign aid program.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · 14h

Got my Summit Utilities natural gas bill. Came with an ominous notice about rising gas prices for this winter. Price is expected to double. Will also increase electricity prices as electrical generation is largely dependent on natural gas. www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/fossil-fuels...

Natural Gas Prices Expected to Rise Amid Increasing LNG Exports and Data Center Demand

The Energy Information Administration (EIA) is projecting that the average natural gas spot prices will roughly double from 2024 to…

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 2d

😬 awkward

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · 5d

At some point, the real needs will become apparent. When the federal healthcare cuts happen, and Arkansas hospitals close, we will not have to wonder what has happened. And at the same time, educational achievement has not improved, who should be surprised?

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · 11d

100% right

James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · 16d

Do not trust what RFK Jr says, believe the doctors who take care of pregnant patients every day . . .

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · 19d

Record cases of whooping cough in La. Sen Cassidy is begging RFK Jr for federal help. Cassidy is the one responsible for RFK Jr being in charge of HHS. And two infants have died in Louisiana this year! www.idse.net/Pediatric-In...

Pertussis Record High Louisiana

Louisiana has had more pertussis cases recently than it has seen in 35 years.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · 19d

That didn't take long . . . . apnews.com/article/trum...
Federal judge tosses Trump's $15B defamation lawsuit against New York Times

Federal judge tosses Trump's $15B defamation lawsuit against New York Times

A federal judge in Florida has tossed President Donald Trump’s $15 billion defamation lawsuit against New York Times.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · 23d

TN Soybean farmers face ‘desperate situation’ amid inflation, weather extremes and tariffs tennesseelookout.com/2025/09/15/t...

TN Soybean farmers face 'desperate situation' amid inflation, weather extremes and tariffs • Tennessee Lookout

Inflation, extreme weather and President Donald Trump's tariffs have created a hostile climate for Tennessee soybean farmers.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Sep 3

Children will die preventable deaths. Immunocompromised persons in Florida will die preventable deaths. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/03/u...

Florida Moves to End Vaccine Mandates for Schoolchildren

www.nytimes.com

James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Sep 3

An inflation mountain fortune.com/2025/09/02/r...

Top economist Torsten Slok warns of an ‘inflation mountain’ in a potential repeat of the ’70s

“The risks are rising that we could see another ‘inflation mountain’ emerge over the coming months,” Apollo Global’s chief economist said.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Sep 1

And Arkansas is at higher risk than most states . . . . It's About to Get Even Harder to Find a Doctor in Rural America www.medpagetoday.com/opinion/pres...

Opinion | It's About to Get Even Harder to Find a Doctor in Rural America

Federal legislation and executive orders will further disrupt already fragile systems

www.medpagetoday.com

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 30

James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 26

More than 2,000 National Guard troops have been deployed to pick up trash???? WTF??? www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/n...

National Guard troops to pick up trash in DC, work on ‘beautification' projects

Members of the National Guard deployed to D.C. will pick up trash and work on dozens of “beautification and restoration” projects, the military task force overseeing all troops in the District said Mo...

www.nbcwashington.com

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 25

Was in DC last week for several days for a meeting. Only time I saw police was near White House. Never saw national guard. Also saw no crime. This is all sick sick theater.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 25

SOCIALISM! I thought Republicans were against socialism/communism. . . . www.wsj.com/livecoverage...

U.S. Could Take Stakes in More Companies, Hassett Says

The U.S. could take further stakes in companies similar to its equity investment in Intel, a top White House economic adviser said. Kevin Hassett, President Trump’s National Economic Council director,...

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 24

So, we have National Guard in LA, Washington DC and soon Chicago and NYC. But these cities are NOT the cities with the most violent crime, the top seven are: Memphis, St Louis, Detroit, Baltimore, Birmingham, Cleveland and Little Rock, Arkansas. my.concealedcoalition.com/most-dangero....

The 7 Most Dangerous Communities in America in 2025

Discover the most dangerous communities in America in 2025 and the factors driving their high crime rates, plus self-defense tactics for protection.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 12

"In a note published on Sunday, Goldman Sachs analysts, led by chief economist Jan Hatzius, said U.S. consumers had absorbed 22% of tariff costs through June and that figure could rise to 67% if recent tariffs continue on the same trajectory."

www.reuters.com/business/fin...

Trump rebukes Goldman's Solomon over bank's tariff impact research

U.S. President Donald Trump hit out at Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon on Tuesday, saying the bank had been wrong to predict tariffs would hurt the economy and questioning whether Solomon should lead the Wall Street institution.

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 10

Lived in Arkansas most of my life. Towns in the poorest section of the state. Look like 3rd world countries. Glad we're spending so much on school vouchers, I'm sure it will really help these kids. youtu.be/J5pU6M8yrpw?...

I Visited The Sad, Dying ARKANSAS Delta: Farming Towns Facing Extinction

YouTube video by Joe & Nic's Road Trip

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 10

Republicans believe that inflation is good for the country. He probably thinks that the current $8/pound ground beef is good too. Let them eat cake!!!
"https://www.mediaite.com/media/tv/gop-congressman-on-trump-tariffs-steel-prices-are-up-but-its-for-the-good-of-the-country

GOP Congressman on Trump Tariffs: ‘Steel Prices Are Up’ but It’s ‘For the Good of the Country’

Representative Ralph Norman (R-SC) acknowledged that prices were up as a result of President Donald Trump's tariffs, yet emphasized that it’s “for the good of the country” in a Saturday appearance on ...

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 7

HUGE tax increases on American companies and consumers. That is what a tariff is. nz.news.yahoo.com/treasury-sec...

Treasury Secretary Admits Trump’s Tariffs Are Paid by Americans

Scott Bessent acknowledged that the “billions” in tariffs the president says are flowing “into” the U.S. are footed by importers, who can pass the cost onto consumers

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 6

Arkansas makes another list . . . . . www.cnbc.com/2025/07/26/w...

The 10 worst U.S. states to retire—6 are in the South

Factors like affordability and weather may make these states unattractive to retirees, but they could be right for you based on your personal preferences.

www.cnbc.com

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · Aug 5

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 4

We're cutting Medicaid, Medicare and ACA insurance. We're cutting food support for poor people. Thank goodness we are fast tracking the nuclear reactor for the moon. (WTF????)
www.newsweek.com/nuclear-reac...

US to fast-track plan for nuclear reactor on the moon: report

Duffy wants to fast‑track plans for a lunar nuclear reactor in his first major move as interim NASA chief amid looming budget cuts.

www.newsweek.com

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James Graham @arkorient.bsky.social · Aug 4

Sticker shock when grocery shopping . . . .

Forbes @forbes.com · Aug 4

The cost of food has risen faster than overall inflation in the last year.

Almost 90% Of Americans Are Worried About The Cost Of Groceries

The cost of food has risen faster than overall inflation in the last year.

www.forbes.com

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