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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 8h

Meanwhile, top 1% own 2/3 of all US wealth inequality.org/facts/wealth...

The United States exhibits has more inequality and disparities of wealth between rich and poor than any other major developed nation.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 8h

Specifically, something awful like this: www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

Republicans could draw 19 more House seats after an upcoming Supreme Court ruling

Many experts are forecasting the end of a key provision of election law — enabling Republicans to shore up their advantage in the House, according to a new report.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 8h

"slow poisoning" of democracy by the Roberts Court www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...

How the Supreme Court could aid the GOP's redistricting games

If the court rules quickly enough in a key voting rights case, it could allow yet another round of partisan redistricting before the 2026 midterms.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 1d

Trump Explodes with Rage after Gavin Newsom Wins Nobel Peace Prize
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Trump Explodes with Rage after Gavin Newsom Wins Nobel Peace Prize

The committee recognized Trump with a "certificate of participation."

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 5d

Get ready for next year (and 2028)! www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/o...

Opinion | This Is What Autocrats Dread

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John Collins @logicallyjc.bsky.social · 5d

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Maya M @mayamaravilla.bsky.social · 7d

A must read! Finally a rational voice about saving democracy - please support. buymeacoffee.com/controlaltdemocracy

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As our country slides into authoritarianism, many Americans find themselves at sea in the present moment. What is happening to our country? How did we get here? What should we do? How should we feel?

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 5d

Looks like we found the vote fraud -- again!

Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 5d

SCOOP — Pennsylvania prosecutors were alerted to possible voting irregularities by one of MAGA's leading voices against voter fraud. A long paper trail shows Jack Posobiec has been living in Maryland but voting using his parents' PA address for years.

From @jsweetli.bsky.social, @slate.com + me:

MAGA’s “Voter Fraud” Watchdog Votes in a Swing State. He Doesn’t Live There.

A long paper trail shows that Jack Posobiec casts a ballot in one state and lives in another.

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Slate @slate.com · 6d

The pope has finally weighed in on American politics. slate.trib.al/kgJhBKH

The Right Wanted a MAGA Pope. Let’s Check In on How That’s Going.

Leo has finally weighed in on American politics.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 7d

McElroy's message to reject indifference toward indiscriminate, violent deportation arrives with a desperately needed clarity amid the unfortunate clutter of voices on the issue, even within the church.

Editorial: McElroy makes it clear: the Gospels compel us to confront 'fear and terror'

McElroy's message to reject indifference toward indiscriminate, violent deportation arrives with a desperately needed clarity amid the unfortunate clutter of voices on the issue, even within the churc...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 7d

Leo continued: "Someone who says, 'I'm against abortion but I'm in favor of the death penalty,' is not really pro-life. Someone who says, 'I'm against abortion, but I'm in favor of the inhuman treatment of immigrants in the United States,' I don't know if that's pro-life."

Wading into Durbin controversy, Pope Leo shows himself attuned to US debates

"Someone who says, 'I'm against abortion, but I'm in favor of the inhuman treatment of immigrants in the United States,' I don't know if that's pro-life." the pontiff said.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 8d

So well deserved for this true voting rights leader

All Voting is Local @allvotingislocal.bsky.social · 8d

We’re proud to share our Executive Director @hannahkfried.bsky.social has been named to the #TIME100NEXT list in recognition of her advocacy and leadership in removing barriers to the ballot box and protecting our democracy.

Read her profile today in @time.com: time.com/next

Meet the 2025 TIME100 Next

Check out TIME's list of rising stars who are shaping the future

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 8d

www.globalsistersreport.org/ministry/ny-...

NY Catholic sisters challenge Cardinal Dolan's praise for Charlie Kirk

On Wednesday (Sept. 24), Sisters of Charity of New York issued a statement in response to remarks Dolan made earlier this month during an appearance on "Fox & Friends." While discussing Kirk's killing...

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 9d

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D.C. archbishop calls U.S. immigration crackdown a ‘governmental assault’

Hundreds gathered in Northwest Washington for a procession led by Catholic faith leaders to support migrants and refugees.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 9d

I agree with most of this: economic populism, naming the wealthy villains, allowing disagreement within the coalition on cultural/social issues (even on guns, immigration, abortion --hard for us college-educated "progressives," but crucial) www.nytimes.com/2025/09/29/o...

Opinion | Democrats Are in Crisis. Eat-the-Rich Populism Is the Only Answer.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 12d

Everything about J6, including the pardons and firings, might be worse, but this is close, and more awfulness is coming newrepublic.com/article/2009... via @newrepublic.com

Comey Shows That Donald Trump’s Contempt for America Knows No Bounds

The indictment of the former FBI director is an un-American act. Period.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 16d

And Pope Leo: Wealth like trillionaire Elon Musk's undermines “the value of human life, of the family, of the value of society.”

The American Prospect @prospect.org · 16d

Democratic Socialists in New York and Paris are working on similar proposals to increase the income tax on their cities’ richest by two percentage points. Harold Meyerson dives into how governments around the world are working to tax the rich:

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Clamoring to Tax the Rich

In Berkeley, New York, Paris, and Vatican City, it’s become central to political battles—and religious concerns.

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The American Prospect @prospect.org · 16d

Democratic Socialists in New York and Paris are working on similar proposals to increase the income tax on their cities’ richest by two percentage points. Harold Meyerson dives into how governments around the world are working to tax the rich:

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Clamoring to Tax the Rich

In Berkeley, New York, Paris, and Vatican City, it’s become central to political battles—and religious concerns.

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The New Republic @newrepublic.com · 16d

“This is what happens in Iran, this is what happens in Cuba, this happens in China and deeply repressive states in which, if you have the courage to stand up and speak truth to power, you are silenced.”

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It’s Happened: The United States of America Is No Longer a Democracy

Trump’s prosecution order to Bondi gives up the pretense. And the country is headed swiftly into unknown territory.

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 19d

Best news in weeks. Probably even better among likely voters. Gotta keep working!

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David E. Sullivan @dsulliva2.bsky.social · 19d

Q: Would you rather see the next Congress controlled by the Democrats, to act as a check on Trump, or controlled by the Republicans, to support Trump's agenda?
U.S. adults
D 53%
R 42
Registered voters
D 53
R 44
Washington Post-Ipsos poll 9/11-15