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c. jonathan scriven

@cjscriven.bsky.social

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Teach politics and I.R. at the Washington Adventist University Honors College (Takoma Park, MD). DC is home. Lived in France for 13 years. Sports, politics, & coffee. What else is there?

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · Apr 29

If you don't think undocumented immigrants deserve due process your issue is not with Democrats or 'liberals', it is with the U.S. Constitution.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 18h

Yikes.

Miles Taylor @milestaylor.bsky.social · 1d

I co-wrote Trump’s first anti-terrorism plan in 2017-18. He’s not trying to stop “left-wing” terrorism. He is staging it.

His troop deployments are a false flag — meant to provoke a response in order to justify harsh crackdowns.

This is now very obvious.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 2d

Great timing. I just landed in Paris.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 2d

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned Monday after less than a month in the job, stunning the country and deepening the political uncertainty that has gripped Paris as it confronts serious financial challenges.

Prime minister of France resigns hours after naming new government

Sébastien Lecornu, a former defense minister, was in the job less than a month. He was appointed after a no-confidence vote toppled his predecessor.

www.washingtonpost.com

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 5d

Yes! I'm so tired of the narrative that any variance in the "kinds" of officials you support is some litmus test of loyalty. Maybe what is good for NYC is not the same as what is good for VA.

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 8d

Which rules of engagement are stupid?

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 8d

Narrator: they were playing false tapes.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 11d

Encouraging finish to season.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 12d

Brilliant Idea!

This Day (A History Podcast) @thisdaypod.com · 12d

Announcing a good ol’ fashioned Teach-In in Washington, DC on Sunday, October 26th.

We’ll convene for a series of lectures, stories, and conversations to celebrate and stand up for the work of history and museums.

Shoutout to @natedimeo.bsky.social for bringing this idea to us.

See you in DC!

A poster announcing a teach-in in washington DC.

Sunday, October 26th - Sunup to Sundown
Washington, DC - The National Mall
“AMERICA’S FRONT YARD”

FEATURING KELLIE CARTER JACKSON, NICOLE HEMMER, DEREK MUSGROVE, NATE DIMEO, TRESSIE MCMILLAN COTTOM, AMANDA SEALES, JODY AVIRGAN, JAMES FALLOWS, MARTHA JONES, MARCIA CHATELAIN, PAUL BUTLER, NATHAN CONNOLLY, AND MORE

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 12d

It's such an old meme, but...it really is projection or confession. Every single thing.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 12d

It's amazing that this young generation of Trumpist mouthpieces are essentially a bunch of over-confident Model UN dudes.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 12d

Hard to imagine how I can agree MORE with Tim here. Come on, guys...

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James Comey @jamescomey.bsky.social · 13d

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 14d

OK, I don't want to just be the 'me too' guy, but I have had the exact same thought!! I've had students in my gen ed classes more engaged than previous years' poli-sci majors and minors. #Hope

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 15d

Probably already mentioned in comments, but hit up the LOCAL advertisers (car dealerships, etc) with phone calls and email threats to boycott. The biggies (McDs, State Farm, etc) can whether the storm.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 18d

I'm now conflicted. Love your reporting on the Os, but as a Tottenham fan I feel like I should block you.
:)

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 20d

Good grief, stop using phrases like 'so-called'. That's a Trumpism and it's stupid. He IS THE HEAD OF THE FCC. The entire statement is less effective if you imply he isn't really in charge. He is! Come on guys, you can do better.

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 20d

Two points: 1) 'in 2025' is carry a lot of weight here, 2) is it actually progress that he has added the 'in 2025' -- a sign he knows that over long term what he is saying is pure fiction?

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 21d

As I sit alone in a coffee shop right now, please note the same applies for men. :)

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 21d

It being Constitution Day and all, it was a good time to have a bit of a refresher for our students and community. Had fun moderating this discussion.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 21d

You have my attention.

RMNB @rmnb.bsky.social · 21d

Washington Capitals’ new third jersey fully integrates DC flag for first time in team history russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2025/09/16/w...

Washington Capitals’ new third jersey fully integrates DC flag for first time in team history

The Washington Capitals introduced two new design elements into their branding when they released their third jersey on Monday. The red, white,…

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 25d

My attempt to frame the complex legacy of Charlie Kirk (in under 2200 characters).

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Charlie Kirk’s Complex Legacy

It is easy to forget that multiple things can be true at the same time. The horrific killing of Charlie Kirk is a reminder. He was a…

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c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 26d

It's a batting practice fastball (I'm giving credit to Earheardt here), and Trump just wiffed!

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 26d

This is a batting practice fastball from Earhardt (to her credit), and Trump wiffed.

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 27d

I have no idea what you are talking about, but I am thrilled for you!

c. jonathan scriven @cjscriven.bsky.social · 27d

More instrumental National Anthems please!!
#Commanders #Packers