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The Columbus Free Press ("Now more than Ever!") is Central Ohio's independent progressive voice. Born in the aftermath of Kent State the Free Press has been speaking Truth to Power for over half a century. https://columbusfreepress.com/ & Freepress.org

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Trump's Losing Battles: Today's #BradCast

Hollow threat of arrest for Chicago Mayor, IL Guv; Comey trial failing before it begins; Repubs in disarray over shutdown, health care funding...

FULL STORY, LISTEN: bradblog.com?p=15525

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 9h

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Minnesota 2024 Election Data Shows Alarming Trends In Places Where Machines Count Votes

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 10h

One problem is Trump opponents relying too much on self-organizing. If you build it, they will come. But this can replace the hard work of building coalitions, engaging people to participate, and directly coordinating efforts.
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The Traps of "If You Build it They Will Come"-Have Event Maps Displaced Organizing?

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 10h

Repair Cafés are free meeting places and they’re all about repairing things (together). You’ll find tools and materials to help you make any repairs you need. On clothes, furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, crockery, appliances, toys, et cetera.

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 11h

Projected electricity demand from the rise of artificial intelligence is rippling across U.S. power grids. A report by Monitoring Analytics estimated that current and planned peak power will add nearly 12,000 megawatts to the peak power demand next summer.
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Solar News This Week-October 6, 2025

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 12h

“When it comes to spending, we've got, as a city, to spend within our means. And also invest in the things that really matter.” For Jesse that looks like not buying two new police helicopters while cutting funding to programs like the Hilltop Tiger soccer team.
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Jesse Vogel: Building A Progressive Coalition Around The Things That Matter

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 16h

Hayes was sailing on the Conscience, carrying dozens of international journalists and medical professionals. The Conscience was on a mission to break Israel‘s illegal siege of Gaza and affirm the Palestinian people’s right to live in freedom and dignity.
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Tom Hayes, Associate Professor at Ohio University’s School of Film, Kidnapped by Israel Military in Illegal Attack on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 17h

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A Report from Occupied Portlandia; Trump Judge Says NO; Coup at CBS; Nuke Drone Alert

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 19h

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Meet the Candidates: City Council District 7 Candidate Forum

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 19h

District 8 counted their ballots by hand, and the down-ballot anomalies disappeared. Again, math doesn’t lie. People do.
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Minnesota Hand Count Uncovers 6–8% Shift in Election Results

District 8 counted their ballots by hand, and the down-ballot anomalies disappeared. Again, math doesn’t lie. People do.

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 19h

Headlines Oct 08, 2025

Israeli Forces Kill 8 Palestinians Across Gaza in Past 24 Hrs

Israeli Far-Right Nat. Security Minister Ben-Gvir Prays at Al-Aqsa Mosque Compound

Mideast Envoy Witkoff and Jared Kushner Set to Attend Gaza Ceasefire Talks in Egypt Today

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Daily Show for October 08, 2025

A daily independent global news hour with Amy Goodman & Juan González. Rep. Ro Khanna: Republicans Could End Shutdown, Lower Healthcare Costs Today; “Scary Precedent”: GOP Blocks Rep.-Elect Adelita Gr...

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Brad Friedman / The BRAD BLOG @thebradblog.bsky.social · 1d

'Supreme Arrogance': Trump, John Roberts and His Stacked, Packed and Captured SCOTUS: Today's #BradCast

Guest: @thelisagraves.bsky.social, former Deputy Asst. A.G.; Also: Pam Bondi is a corrupt, petulant child...

FULL STORY, LISTEN: bradblog.com?p=15524

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 1d

In the village of Mozano, Ghana, Ann was installed as a Queen Mother—a real position. She helped fund schools and women-run businesses, building a living bridge between African and Black American empowerment. Local roots, global reach—that was her rhythm.
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Queen Mother Ann B. Walker: Columbus Has Lost a Legend, but Her Blueprint Lives On

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 1d

Headlines Oct 07, 2025

Israelis Mark 2nd Anniv. of Attacks with Commemorations and Protests

Israeli Strikes Killed Over 100 in Gaza ..Trump Called for Halt to Bombings

170 Activists, Incl. Greta Thunberg, Deported from Israel After Raid on Gaza-Bound Flotilla

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Daily Show for October 07, 2025

A daily independent global news hour with Amy Goodman & Juan González. “Trump’s Invasion”: Illinois Officials Denounce Troop Deployment to Chicago as ICE Escalates Raids; Report from Gaza: Israeli Bom...

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 1d

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 from 12-7 PM at Mayme Moore Park
A powerful day of community, culture, and celebration you won't want to miss. From live performances and local vendors to food, art, and fun, this is where Columbus shows up and shows out.

Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 2d

Please like subscribe share this Oct. 6, 2025 Greep Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxoj...

Oct. 6, 2025 Grassroots Election Protection Coalition/ALLIANCE 4 GRASSROOTS DEMOCRACY

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Columbus Free Press @columbusfreepress.bsky.social · 2d

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Putin’s UnPeaceful Atom

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Headlines Oct 06, 2025

Gaza Ceasefire Talks Begin in Egypt Today

Israel Kills Seven Palestinians in Gaza Today

Tens of Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv in Support of Hostage Deal

Federal Judge Blocks Trump from Deploying National Guard Troops to Oregon

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Daily Show for October 06, 2025

A daily independent global news hour with Amy Goodman & Juan González. “It’s Not a Peace Plan”: Ex-Israeli Negotiator Daniel Levy on Trump Push to End War on Gaza; Gaza Flotilla Update: U.K. Journalis...

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