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recovering USAF brat; Lib Dem; retired legal sec/paralegal; retired 7th grade Soc St. teacher; lover of history; amateur genealogist; research geek; recovery nerd; political news junkie; and crafter. Free speech yes; abusive, nasty speech - not acceptable

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debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · Aug 1

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19m

This is the "pro-life" party. His "answer" -- to a military wife -- is insulting to the caller. If the Dems caved and opened the gov't, R's would *still* push to tamper w/ health care in a way that causes suffering to millions. He's such a liar.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2h

Republican C-SPAN caller to Mike Johnson: "As a Republican, I'm very disappointed in my party,and I'm very disappointed in you, because you have the power to call the House back. You refuse to do that just for a show."

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 2h

How many times did we hear digs against Biden for needing or taking a nap??

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 2h

The truth matters. Thank you for your efforts.

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Jacob Soboroff @jacobsoboroff.bsky.social · 14h

Michigan Avenue right now.

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debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 12h

I'm surprised Collins didn't follow Murkowsky and Rand Paul.

Congratulations on getting that far, Senator.

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 15h

OTOH, that's rich that Juan would criticize Gallego and Kelly when he won't hold a town hall and answer questions from his constituents. He touts the party line ... no surprise there.

Thanks, Joe.

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 15h

My car was in the shop for 1 mon earlier this year & I took to riding the bus. There was 1 incident I saw of drug use and ppl w/o homes were on the bus; however I didn't experience or witness violence nor did I feel unsafe (and I have PTSD). Others may have diff experiences. I get both sides of it

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 17h

Hey @whitehouse.senate.gov: here's your next witness before the Judiciary Committee. Maybe call him up at the same time as Howard Lutnick (as Sen Kennedy suggested).

elsievoteblue.bsky.social @elsievoteblue.bsky.social · 20h

Listen up people 💙That lying witch Pam Bondi , can keep denying anything involved Trump and Epstein!!
Michael Wolff has receipts 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
#DemVoice1
#ProudBlue
#DemsUnited

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debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 17h

Thanks, Joe -- as always.

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debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 17h

Thanks for the interpretation. I was thinking they were going to talk about the NDA's Beale + and others coming down the road were going to try to use to get a foot in the door here.

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 17h

Everything is going to start running from us right up to DT with some of his friends getting a cut for their pockets.

Chris Murphy @chrismurphyct.bsky.social · 18h

it’s all just a grift

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 17h

The most appalling and disgusting thing I've seen so far. To shoot *anyone* in the head like that was unnecessary, uncalled for and grotesque. It's no way to win hearts and minds for sure.

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 17h

Ah! I think I went there the weekend I graduated Ulster County Community College (UCCC or, as we liked to call it, U tri C!!!) for a hike. Maybe I saw it and don't remember 🤷‍♀️. That was back in 1979 ... so a long time ago.

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 17h

I just listened to this podcast and really liked it! Honest, informative, realistic. Thanks for the recommendation @maddow.msnbc.com !!

Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · 20h

I'm late to this -- came out a couple weeks ago -- sorry -- but this podcast episode is really worth listening to (despite the episode title, it's only incidentally about the Kimmel fiasco).

Highly recommended.

You can listen here for free, or on any podcast app:

www.wnyc.org/story/jimmy-...

Jimmy Kimmel and the Power of Public Pressure | The Political Scene | The New Yorker | WNYC

The Washington Roundtable discusses how, in the wake of the reinstatement of Jimmy Kimmel’s show, public resistance has a chance to turn the tide against autocratic impulses in today’...

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Native American Rights Fund @nativerights.bsky.social · 21h

Finding accurate, Native-focused voting information can be difficult, but we’ve made it easier! From voter registration and ballot access information to advocacy tools that help protect the Native vote, everything you need is in one place: buff.ly/F9m0Ul7

Resources for Native Voters & Tribes - Protecting Native American Voting Rights

Use your vote and your power to fight discriminatory policies and support tribal sovereignty! Below are tools to help you organize, advocate, and get out the vote. There are a lot of voter guides out…

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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 20h

If you are a federal worker, there are several credit unions and other financial institutions that are offering zero interest loans during the government shutdown.

Please go to my website for more information: www.sanders.senate.gov/resources-fo...

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debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

She also fails to address her own lies to Congress and esp the Senate Judiciary Committee.

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

Every day could be a #TACO day!

Jacob Soboroff @jacobsoboroff.bsky.social · 19h

just talked to Gov. Pritzker who dared President Trump to “come and get me” after POTUS threatened him with arrest. But Pritzker said he thinks Trump will chicken out.

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

😍 I think I've been to that park but I don't remember seeing the waterfall ... and I'm sure I'd remember it if I did.

Beautiful.

Thank you, Pete. Your photos are a much needed respite from the news of the day.

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debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

THANK YOU Pope Leo!!

Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · 19h

"At the Vatican Wednesday, Pope Leo urged bishops to 'speak strongly' on behalf of immigrants affected by Trump’s deportation drive.

The pope met privately Tuesday with 100 American Catholics involved in migrant ministry, thanking them for their work..."

www.thedailybeast.com/pope-leo-ram...

Pope Leo Ramps Up His Trump Feud With Order to American Bishops

The Chicago-born pontiff has sharpened his criticism of the Trump administration and reportedly decided to take action.

www.thedailybeast.com

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

Finally a display of true leadership! Thank you, Gov.!

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

a crowd of people are sitting in a room applauding and clapping .

ALT: a crowd of people are sitting in a room applauding and clapping .

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debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

YAY Window Rock!!!!

debbiefr.bsky.social @debbiefr.bsky.social · 19h

Welcome aboard Navajo Nation and Window Rock in particular!!!! So happy to have you joining us on Oct. 18th!!

#HandsOffAZ @kyratangren.bsky.social · 19h

Just added: No Kings in Window Rock AZ! 🚫👑
10/18/25
9am-12pm
#NoKings #NoKingsAZ #AZProtests

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NO KINGS Window Rock/Navajo Capital · No Kings

**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 1d

Your Prime Day reminder that Amazon...

-Provides cloud services that help fuel ICE's deportation machine
-Donated $1 million to Trump's inauguration fund
-Scrapped plans to display tariff costs after pressure from Trump
-Shelled out $40M for a documentary about Melania Trump

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