Sandy
@cushs1.bsky.social
Democrat who believes we are in a major inflection point as a country and are in danger of losing our democracy.
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This newspaper has consistently played down Trump’s attack on the Constitution by falsely equating Republicans & Democrats for decades, reserving it harshest narratives to bring down Hilary Clinton (document security & retention) then Joe Biden to put Trump into power in 2016 then again in 2024.
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
The most effective way to protect the American system of checks and balances starts with courage from more people who believe in it, the New York Times editorial board writes.
The most effective way to protect the American system of checks and balances starts with courage from more people who believe in it, the New York Times editorial board writes.
Opinion | Who Will Defend the Defenders of the Constitution?
The president and his allies are encouraging a campaign of menace.
www.nytimes.com
March 22, 2025 at 12:37 PM
This newspaper has consistently played down Trump’s attack on the Constitution by falsely equating Republicans & Democrats for decades, reserving it harshest narratives to bring down Hilary Clinton (document security & retention) then Joe Biden to put Trump into power in 2016 then again in 2024.
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Notice that the Democrats were left out of this equation. Perhaps because, at present, they're useless.
Americans We can't afford to pay for groceries, gas or rent. We're really struggling. We need help.
Republicans: Anyone caught not sporting a state approved haircut will be charged and imprisoned.
Republicans: Anyone caught not sporting a state approved haircut will be charged and imprisoned.
March 22, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Notice that the Democrats were left out of this equation. Perhaps because, at present, they're useless.
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People think being small will keep them safe.
It won't.
The reason we know who Mahmoud Kahlil is is because he was loud. Do you think he's the only person the administration has tried to disappear? He's just one of the first we've noticed
It won't.
The reason we know who Mahmoud Kahlil is is because he was loud. Do you think he's the only person the administration has tried to disappear? He's just one of the first we've noticed
I was interviewed this week for a major US news show. My interviewer asked me why so few of my colleagues are willing to talk.
It’s not just fear of losing funding, but of being singled out by a regime that wants to purge scientists from society.
That’s why I do speak out. I wish more people would
It’s not just fear of losing funding, but of being singled out by a regime that wants to purge scientists from society.
That’s why I do speak out. I wish more people would
In 15 yrs of reporting, I've never had so many health & biomed researchers & outreach orgs tell me they're afraid to talk w/press or barred from speaking bc of new comms policies.
I understand the fear of losing funds. I don't know if silence does more harm than good. If you can speak up, pls do.
I understand the fear of losing funds. I don't know if silence does more harm than good. If you can speak up, pls do.
March 22, 2025 at 3:10 AM
People think being small will keep them safe.
It won't.
The reason we know who Mahmoud Kahlil is is because he was loud. Do you think he's the only person the administration has tried to disappear? He's just one of the first we've noticed
It won't.
The reason we know who Mahmoud Kahlil is is because he was loud. Do you think he's the only person the administration has tried to disappear? He's just one of the first we've noticed
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WHY THE FUCK IS HE TALKING ABOUT NOT SENDING OUT SOCIAL SECURITY CHECKS?!!!!
Trump’s commerce secretary Howard Lutnick says if Social Security skipped a check, his mother-in-law wouldn’t complain—and if you would, it indicates you are probably a fraudster. Insane.
March 21, 2025 at 6:32 PM
WHY THE FUCK IS HE TALKING ABOUT NOT SENDING OUT SOCIAL SECURITY CHECKS?!!!!
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Nearly every single outrage MAGA is aiming at judges, pols, election workers & others was telegraphed decades ago by the Right’s attacks on legal, lawful health care, clinics, staff, & patients. It really is true that eventually they’ll come for you, too.
the people who told you to calm down about Roe are the same people telling you to calm down about Social Security, in case you hadn't noticed
March 22, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Nearly every single outrage MAGA is aiming at judges, pols, election workers & others was telegraphed decades ago by the Right’s attacks on legal, lawful health care, clinics, staff, & patients. It really is true that eventually they’ll come for you, too.
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As @edroso.bsky.social puts it, you need to remember that culture is the enemy in the “culture war”.
When admin or trustees say they want to shut down a course on queer theory or Black feminism to teach Shakespeare or Milton, it’s good to remember they don’t want to read Shakespeare or Milton either
March 22, 2025 at 12:13 PM
As @edroso.bsky.social puts it, you need to remember that culture is the enemy in the “culture war”.
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March 22, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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⚡️Voice of America journalists sue Trump administration following president's order to gut free press.
The lawsuit comes after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop funding for U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees VoA and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
The lawsuit comes after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop funding for U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees VoA and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
Voice of America journalists sue Trump administration following president's order to gut free press
The lawsuit comes after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop funding for U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees Voice of America and Radio Free Europe/Radio Libe...
kyivindependent.com
March 22, 2025 at 12:43 PM
⚡️Voice of America journalists sue Trump administration following president's order to gut free press.
The lawsuit comes after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop funding for U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees VoA and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
The lawsuit comes after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop funding for U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees VoA and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
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It’s a long “memorandum,” but it’s essentially telling Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem to go after lawyers who challenge the federal government — which is many lawyer’s jobs.
It’s basically a catch-all “let’s Paul Weiss whoever pisses us off” memo.
It’s basically a catch-all “let’s Paul Weiss whoever pisses us off” memo.
March 22, 2025 at 2:44 AM
It’s a long “memorandum,” but it’s essentially telling Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem to go after lawyers who challenge the federal government — which is many lawyer’s jobs.
It’s basically a catch-all “let’s Paul Weiss whoever pisses us off” memo.
It’s basically a catch-all “let’s Paul Weiss whoever pisses us off” memo.
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No. Right now it’s to prevent shit from getting done.
The path back to power for the Democratic Party is to be the party that gets shit done.
March 22, 2025 at 2:05 AM
No. Right now it’s to prevent shit from getting done.
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“Extreme” @RepMarkGreen didn’t show up to the town hall in CLARKSVILLE last night, but this empty chair is doing just as much to protect Tennesseans from Trump & Elon’s assault on programs for regular folks anyway 😕 🪑
March 22, 2025 at 12:44 PM
“Extreme” @RepMarkGreen didn’t show up to the town hall in CLARKSVILLE last night, but this empty chair is doing just as much to protect Tennesseans from Trump & Elon’s assault on programs for regular folks anyway 😕 🪑
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No, not Democrats being “bused in”—just regular Nebraskans waking up to the fact that their Social Security is on the chopping block to fund tax cuts for billionaires.
Great piece by PBS.
Great piece by PBS.
March 22, 2025 at 1:34 AM
No, not Democrats being “bused in”—just regular Nebraskans waking up to the fact that their Social Security is on the chopping block to fund tax cuts for billionaires.
Great piece by PBS.
Great piece by PBS.
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I spoke with Rachel Cohen, the Skadden Arps associate whose resignation letter went viral. Her message for those in positions of power who are still staying mum:
“Their silence is not only not going to protect them, it is going to kill people.”
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
“Their silence is not only not going to protect them, it is going to kill people.”
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
March 22, 2025 at 12:34 AM
I spoke with Rachel Cohen, the Skadden Arps associate whose resignation letter went viral. Her message for those in positions of power who are still staying mum:
“Their silence is not only not going to protect them, it is going to kill people.”
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
“Their silence is not only not going to protect them, it is going to kill people.”
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
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As the president and his allies ramp up their efforts against undocumented people and families, (Nataly) Camacho says she will continue to support and empower Mississippi immigrants and represent them in the Legislature.
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March 22, 2025 at 12:45 PM
As the president and his allies ramp up their efforts against undocumented people and families, (Nataly) Camacho says she will continue to support and empower Mississippi immigrants and represent them in the Legislature.
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