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James Benton

@jamesbenton.bsky.social

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Tall, white male working on my privilege, listening more. Father of 3 boys, married to a genius academic. I like efficiency, but also like caring about people. Both are possible! Gen Xr who resents needing "readers" or "my" music labeled "classic!"

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 1h

She only understands pastors who tell her it is ok to be rich, that Jesus was really white if you think about it, that God is woven throughout the Constitution, loves the 1776 project, and other such nonsense.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 1h

That's why I want them to attempt answer 1.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 1h

Wish I could disagree with you. I want to ask someone who lived through the war protests of the 60s and 70s...did it ever feel this way?

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 2h

As serious as all of this could be, a teeny part of me hopes a teeny part of him is having a little fun with these sub-amateurs. It is like a 3rd grader challenging a college senior to a fight.

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 2h

Basic questions for people creating a broad category of "boogeyman"
1. What is Antifa?
2. Who is their leader(s)?
3. How do you know if someone is a member?
4. How do you distinguish between protestors and Antifa?

Based on their identification of MS-13 and illegal immigrants, I'm not confident.

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 2h

Just fact checked myself since it was something I heard secondhand. It is true.
www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/...

The Amazing Story Behind "Jolene," Dolly Parton's Legendary Song: "I Was Jealous"

Beyoncé's new album will feature a cover of ''Jolene'' by Dolly Parton. Read everything you need to know about the country song here.

www.nbc.com

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 5h

At this point I have to conclude there are disgusting photos and videos of Trump with teenage girls, Putin has them, and the rest of his cabinet knows that the evidence would bring down the cult and all the enablers.

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 5h

Are these on your campus yet? They have a few at Baylor and it is a bit dystopian and also a bit cheery watching them deliver Chick-fil-a to students who don't want to walk across campus.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 5h

How has someone been so famous and so talented and larger than life for so long, and still seemingly so normal. It is like she was born fully formed to be a star and also happy being a waitress at Waffle House.

She also wrote Jolene and I Will Always Love You on the same day!

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 5h

Stop...too much hope...cynicism melting...

a man in a blue sweater says that he needs to lay down

ALT: a man in a blue sweater says that he needs to lay down

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 7h

At this point I have to conclude there are disgusting photos and videos of Trump with teenage girls, Putin has them, and the rest of his cabinet knows that they would bring down the cult and all the enablers.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 7h

Criteria...Loyalty, Servile, "looks" like his stereotype of the role, preferably a straight white guy.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 7h

I bet he says that to his wife and kids too. "Dad, are you coming to my band concert tonight?" "I'm not familiar with those details right now" "Dad, can I have a raise in my allowance?" "On September 3rd at 10:07 am we reviewed your allowance contract and page 73, section 47 says no!"

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 7h

Flu not fly

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 8h

I absolutely HATE!!! when people say, "One time I got the fly shot and I got the fly anyway, so what's the point?"

"one time I had my seatbelt on in an accident and still got hurt"

Come on people!

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 9h

If you want to know some ways to directly support detained immigrants, messaged me, and I can send you some links.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 9h

I know most money is getting sucked up to the top 100 rich people and their media organizations.

But if you can support this new journalism website, Waco really needs help. Our local paper is published two times a week. TV news does a decent job, but there is definitely is a right leaning tilt.

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 9h

There is probably some hidden agenda that I don’t see, but this actually sounds like a good idea to me. A rotisserie chicken is a great affordable way to feed a family. But since it is Alabama, where I once lived, I fear the debates and opining that will ensue.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 9h

a person is petting a white dog 's head with their hand .

ALT: a person is petting a white dog 's head with their hand .

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 11h

I live in Waco. The day they announced the food truck was shutting down was big news.

It took a bit longer, but ICE is slowly ramping up here. A single mother working at a restaurant. A hard working father beloved by his boss. Early morning arrests done in the most intimidating way possible.

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 18h

I didn’t know Johnson was unmarried when he adopted. I’m sorry, but what agency approved this?

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 1d

Maybe they mean a war to see which neighborhood blends a vibrant community, delicious food, and care for others better than the next neighborhood?

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James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 1d

Just find what they consider the "worst" part of town, probably with tents and "minorities" and they will do some photo-ops there. And then wherever they have harassed protestors so they can "prove" Portland is out of control.

James Benton @jamesbenton.bsky.social · 1d

Ugh. I can't even watch the clips. She is awful and a liar. The MAGA Senators are playing along.

Citizens United-->Tea Party-->MAGA-->Authoritarianism
Limbaugh-->FOX-->NewsMax, Kirk, Rogan-->Bari Weiss