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Donald Trump has disgraced the United States of America in countless ways since he first entered political life ten years ago.
But he had never disgraced the nation as badly as he did today.
He has brought shame on this country to an extent I had never thought possible. And he has only just begun.
But he had never disgraced the nation as badly as he did today.
He has brought shame on this country to an extent I had never thought possible. And he has only just begun.
February 28, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Donald Trump has disgraced the United States of America in countless ways since he first entered political life ten years ago.
But he had never disgraced the nation as badly as he did today.
He has brought shame on this country to an extent I had never thought possible. And he has only just begun.
But he had never disgraced the nation as badly as he did today.
He has brought shame on this country to an extent I had never thought possible. And he has only just begun.
Federal Layoffs Strike Nevada: Great Basin National Park Rangers among the cuts www.ktnv.com/news/federal...
Another unfortunate story like hundreds of thousands other personal impacts to our communities!
Another unfortunate story like hundreds of thousands other personal impacts to our communities!
Federal Layoffs Strike Nevada: Great Basin National Park Rangers among the cuts
Located about 290 miles north of Las Vegas, it is the gateway community to our state's only national park.
www.ktnv.com
February 24, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Federal Layoffs Strike Nevada: Great Basin National Park Rangers among the cuts www.ktnv.com/news/federal...
Another unfortunate story like hundreds of thousands other personal impacts to our communities!
Another unfortunate story like hundreds of thousands other personal impacts to our communities!
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“No American can be proud of a govt that carries out change in this way. Neither can these actions be rationalized by discussion of past grievances or appeals to efficiency. Everything can be more efficient, but adherence to the rule of law is paramount” www.americanbar.org/news/abanews...
The ABA supports the rule of law
It has been three weeks since Inauguration Day. Most Americans recognize that newly elected leaders bring change. That is expected. But most Americans also expect that changes will take place in accor...
www.americanbar.org
February 11, 2025 at 12:44 PM
“No American can be proud of a govt that carries out change in this way. Neither can these actions be rationalized by discussion of past grievances or appeals to efficiency. Everything can be more efficient, but adherence to the rule of law is paramount” www.americanbar.org/news/abanews...
@timberhawkeye.bsky.social Nice to see you on Bluesky, Timber! I just read your February newsletter & saw you were trying out this form of connection. I met you in Las Vegas a couple years ago at one of your events for “The Opposite of Namaste.”
February 1, 2025 at 3:06 PM
@timberhawkeye.bsky.social Nice to see you on Bluesky, Timber! I just read your February newsletter & saw you were trying out this form of connection. I met you in Las Vegas a couple years ago at one of your events for “The Opposite of Namaste.”
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Wow. Caroline Kennedy breaks her silence on RFK Jr in a message to Senators: “We grew up together. It’s no surprise that he keeps birds of prey as pets because Bobby himself is a predator. He enjoyed showing off by putting baby chickens & mice in a blender to feed to his hawks.”
January 28, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Wow. Caroline Kennedy breaks her silence on RFK Jr in a message to Senators: “We grew up together. It’s no surprise that he keeps birds of prey as pets because Bobby himself is a predator. He enjoyed showing off by putting baby chickens & mice in a blender to feed to his hawks.”
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"Post it on your social media." Thank you, Mr. Acosta.
Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.
January 28, 2025 at 6:36 PM
"Post it on your social media." Thank you, Mr. Acosta.
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The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy. My advice, take the first step, start with something small and see what works for you. Here are ten things all of us can do. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/10-t...
Ten Things We Can All Do to Protect Democracy
From Marc | The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy.
www.democracydocket.com
January 25, 2025 at 2:59 PM
The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy. My advice, take the first step, start with something small and see what works for you. Here are ten things all of us can do. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/10-t...
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On his first day in the White House, President Donald Trump gave commutations and pardons to every defendant charged in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Many assaulted police.
Trump gave pardons to hundreds of violent Jan. 6 rioters. Here's what they did
On his first day in the White House, President Donald Trump gave commutations and pardons to every defendant charged in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Many assaulted police.
www.npr.org
January 22, 2025 at 1:12 PM
On his first day in the White House, President Donald Trump gave commutations and pardons to every defendant charged in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Many assaulted police.
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At a sermon preached to President Trump at Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde asked him to "have mercy" on people who are "scared," including LGBTQ children.
Bishop confronts Trump during sermon at inaugural prayer service
At a sermon preached to President Trump at Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde asked him to "have mercy" on people who are "scared," including LGBTQ children.
www.npr.org
January 22, 2025 at 1:46 PM
At a sermon preached to President Trump at Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde asked him to "have mercy" on people who are "scared," including LGBTQ children.
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Trump didn’t end the war in Ukraine in 24 hours like he promised but he did ban rainbow flags in government buildings because priorities.
January 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Trump didn’t end the war in Ukraine in 24 hours like he promised but he did ban rainbow flags in government buildings because priorities.
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Employees in the programs will be placed on paid administrative leave. Agencies have the next few days to submit reports on how they are complying with the orders, including plans to fire them.
Trump administration puts federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff on leave
Employees in the programs will be placed on paid administrative leave. Agencies have the next few days to submit reports on how they are complying with the orders, including plans to fire them.
www.npr.org
January 22, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Employees in the programs will be placed on paid administrative leave. Agencies have the next few days to submit reports on how they are complying with the orders, including plans to fire them.
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“None of this is normal & it’s our job to keep it from being normalized. Presidents don’t try to erase the Constitution or turn the federal bureaucracy into a loyalty corps. They don’t release violent criminals from prison so they can return the favor.” joycevance.substack.com/p/trumps-day...
Trump's Day One Executive Orders
Day One of Trump 2.0 was full of shock and awful, precisely what we had every reason to expect.
joycevance.substack.com
January 22, 2025 at 1:56 PM
“None of this is normal & it’s our job to keep it from being normalized. Presidents don’t try to erase the Constitution or turn the federal bureaucracy into a loyalty corps. They don’t release violent criminals from prison so they can return the favor.” joycevance.substack.com/p/trumps-day...
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We keep hearing about masculinity from the Zuckerbergs of the world-- this woman has shown more courage in this 60-second clip than any of the tech billionaires have shown in recent memory as they grovel at Trump's feet.
Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde to Trump: "I ask you to have mercy upon the people in our country who are scared now. There are gay, lesbian, and transgender people in Democratic, Republican, and independent families, some who fear for their lives ... and the vast majority of immigrants are not criminals"
January 21, 2025 at 10:14 PM
We keep hearing about masculinity from the Zuckerbergs of the world-- this woman has shown more courage in this 60-second clip than any of the tech billionaires have shown in recent memory as they grovel at Trump's feet.
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The Nazis think this was a Nazi salute, but, hey, what would they know?
Right-Wing Extremists Are Abuzz Over Musk's Straight-Arm Salute
Right-wing extremists are abuzz over Elon Musk giving an awkward straight-armed salute during an inauguration rally for Donald Trump.
www.rollingstone.com
January 20, 2025 at 10:12 PM
The Nazis think this was a Nazi salute, but, hey, what would they know?
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After yesterday's confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth, it's clear Trump's nominees will be given a free ride. I break down the most appalling moments of the hearing and look at who might be able to prevent Hegseth's confirmation.
Watch here: youtu.be/pIyrjvEcESA
Watch here: youtu.be/pIyrjvEcESA
Pete Hegseth's Confirmation Hearing Was A Joke
YouTube video by The Warning with Steve Schmidt
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January 15, 2025 at 8:06 PM
After yesterday's confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth, it's clear Trump's nominees will be given a free ride. I break down the most appalling moments of the hearing and look at who might be able to prevent Hegseth's confirmation.
Watch here: youtu.be/pIyrjvEcESA
Watch here: youtu.be/pIyrjvEcESA
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State Farm will not be there
(Ad Age) - State Farm is not moving forward with a planned Super Bowl spot as the Los Angeles wildfires continue into their second week, a spokeswoman confirmed to Ad Age on Wednesday.
adage.com/article/spec...
adage.com/article/spec...
State Farm cancels Super Bowl ad as LA wildfires continue
State Farm is canceling its Super Bowl spot, saying it is “focused on helping customers impacted by the Southern California wildfires.”
adage.com
January 15, 2025 at 9:44 PM
State Farm will not be there
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Pam Bondi presented as an advocate for DOJ independence, aligning rhetorically w/ past nominees. But her testimony raised flags about her ability to resist Trump’s influence, given her refusal to disavow baseless election fraud claims. Mimi Rocah explains: contrarian.substack.com/p/bondi-did-...
Bondi did her homework; still pivots and weaves for Trump
By Mimi Rocah
contrarian.substack.com
January 16, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Pam Bondi presented as an advocate for DOJ independence, aligning rhetorically w/ past nominees. But her testimony raised flags about her ability to resist Trump’s influence, given her refusal to disavow baseless election fraud claims. Mimi Rocah explains: contrarian.substack.com/p/bondi-did-...
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Bondi knows exactly what the 14th Amendment birthright citizenship issue is. You know she’s already discussed it ad nauseum with Trump. Why the kabuki theater?
Padilla: Will you defend birthright citizenship as the law of the land?
Bondi: I will study birthright citizenship
Padilla: You're asking to be considered for Attorney General and you still need to study the 14th Amendment of the Constitution?
Bondi: I will study birthright citizenship
Padilla: You're asking to be considered for Attorney General and you still need to study the 14th Amendment of the Constitution?
January 15, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Bondi knows exactly what the 14th Amendment birthright citizenship issue is. You know she’s already discussed it ad nauseum with Trump. Why the kabuki theater?
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Seeing lots of new people here. Welcome!
January 16, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Seeing lots of new people here. Welcome!
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January 16, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Join The Contrarian, a new media outlet not owned by anybody
You won’t find cozy alliances, half-measures, or false equivalences here. We bend the knee to no one, vigorously challenge unchecked authority and champion transparency and accountability
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You won’t find cozy alliances, half-measures, or false equivalences here. We bend the knee to no one, vigorously challenge unchecked authority and champion transparency and accountability
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🚨 leaked slide from Elon Musks DOGE government cuts organization
First on the list? Retirement programs
Second on the list? Safety net and family support
The worlds richest man, unelected, is trying to take an axe to critical middle class programs
First on the list? Retirement programs
Second on the list? Safety net and family support
The worlds richest man, unelected, is trying to take an axe to critical middle class programs
January 16, 2025 at 12:24 PM
🚨 leaked slide from Elon Musks DOGE government cuts organization
First on the list? Retirement programs
Second on the list? Safety net and family support
The worlds richest man, unelected, is trying to take an axe to critical middle class programs
First on the list? Retirement programs
Second on the list? Safety net and family support
The worlds richest man, unelected, is trying to take an axe to critical middle class programs
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“Pam Bondi is a Donald Trump loyalist. And, if you won’t say no to Donald Trump when it comes to the Big Lie, what will you say no to him about?” joycevance.substack.com/p/pam-bondi
January 16, 2025 at 12:28 PM
“Pam Bondi is a Donald Trump loyalist. And, if you won’t say no to Donald Trump when it comes to the Big Lie, what will you say no to him about?” joycevance.substack.com/p/pam-bondi
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January 15, 2025:
January 15, 2025
It is somehow fitting that President Joe Biden’s farewell address to the nation, scheduled for 8:00 Eastern time tonight, was overshadowed today by the dramatic announcement that after months of negot...
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January 16, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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I did, in fact, say this, and it is, unfortunately, in fact, true
January 14, 2025 at 12:39 PM
I did, in fact, say this, and it is, unfortunately, in fact, true
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My statement on the Special Counsel’s final report:
January 14, 2025 at 1:43 PM
My statement on the Special Counsel’s final report: