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Nick @ecosozialismus.bsky.social · 8h

It’s a good day when your morning starts watching one of your favorite people dragging Kristi Noem on CNN followed by another of your favorite people dragging Kristi Noem even harder on CNN and then seeing a bunch of people in animal costumes mocking ICE at their building to round it out.

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John wasiutynski @jwashski.bsky.social · 9h

A liar and a crook

ProPublica @propublica.org · 11h

Kristi Noem, while governor of South Dakota, supplemented her roughly $130,000 salary by secretly accepting $80,000 donated to a political nonprofit she was affiliated with, records show.

She never disclosed this income on federal ethics forms.

(Published June)

Kristi Noem Secretly Took a Cut of Political Donations

A dark money group paid $80,000 to Noem’s personal company when she was governor of South Dakota. She did not include this income on her federal disclosure forms, a likely violation of ethics requirem...

www.propublica.org

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John wasiutynski @jwashski.bsky.social · 9h

Legend

Bulldog @harpua.bsky.social · 15h

Portland City Council member Angelita Morillo humorously criticizes Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, leading to laughter from CNN's Boris Sanchez.

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ProPublica @propublica.org · 11h

Kristi Noem, while governor of South Dakota, supplemented her roughly $130,000 salary by secretly accepting $80,000 donated to a political nonprofit she was affiliated with, records show.

She never disclosed this income on federal ethics forms.

(Published June)

Kristi Noem Secretly Took a Cut of Political Donations

A dark money group paid $80,000 to Noem’s personal company when she was governor of South Dakota. She did not include this income on her federal disclosure forms, a likely violation of ethics requirem...

www.propublica.org

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Terry J. Harris @trryjhrrs.bsky.social · 18h

Anyway, it’s about time for my afternoon shift of covering up the terrorism.

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Terry J. Harris @trryjhrrs.bsky.social · 12h

Thank you Governor, other Governors, and all your Attorneys General. As a former Marylander posting from peaceful Portland, I urge everyone to understand that this is the line that simply must be held.

Governor Wes Moore @govwesmoore.bsky.social · 12h

In partnership with @oagmaryland.bsky.social, Maryland is co-leading a coalition of 24 attorneys general and governors in support of Oregon’s legal challenge against the attempts to deploy the National Guard for civil law enforcement.

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Nick @ecosozialismus.bsky.social · 20h

The federal government is arguing that the facts on the ground in Portland actually don’t matter and the White House should be able to do whatever they want without any possible restraint.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 21h

Here’s the link to the live video feed of today’s 9am Ninth Circuit stay motion argument in our National Guard case:

www.ca9.uscourts.gov/media/live-o...

Streaming Oral Arguments

www.ca9.uscourts.gov

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Jonathan Maus @jonathanmaus.bsky.social · 18h

Portland is so full of brilliant bike people. At Bike Happy Hour last night, John Fortes (John the Johnster on socials) showed me his amazing, articulating front light that he designed, 3D printed, and built himself!

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Marnie Glickman @marniemix.bsky.social · 14h

Watch #Portland City Councilor Angelita Morillo call Kristi Noem a “renowned puppy killer” on CNN. Brava!

Bulldog @harpua.bsky.social · 15h

Portland City Council member Angelita Morillo humorously criticizes Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, leading to laughter from CNN's Boris Sanchez.

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The Daily Show @thedailyshow.com · 16h

The following is REAL footage from Portland, 2025. Viewer discretion is advised.

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Mitch Green @councilorgreen.bsky.social · 20h

Like I said: Kristi Noem is a liar, has no honor, and we are lucky that we have a proud protest tradition that shows this administration we are not backing down. 🫡🐸🐔

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Councilor Zimmerman @councilorzimmerman.bsky.social · 1d

What we’re seeing in Portland is unconstitutional. Using American cities as a “training ground” for military operations is a terrifying thought—and a dangerous abuse of power. Federal agents are using excessive force against Portlanders, deliberately fueling tension to justify their own overreach.

Mayor Wilson to feds: Your actions are ‘deeply disturbing'

After meeting with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Portland Mayor Keith Wilson reaffirms Portland's commitment to free speech, says he will make decisions "in the best interest of Portland an...

www.portland.gov

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Coach Finstock @coachfinstock.bsky.social · 1d

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mitch (he/him) @drmitchpdx.bsky.social · 1d

they hate us because of our freedoms.

Justin Baragona @justinbaragona.bsky.social · 1d

"Antifa-led hellfire"

www.whitehouse.gov/articles/202...

PORTLAND: Fake News Ignores Antifa Violence, Residents’ Pleas for Help

For years, an Antifa-led hellfire has turned Portland into a wasteland of firebombs, beatings, and brazen attacks on federal officers and property —

www.whitehouse.gov

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Michael Andersen @andersem.bsky.social · 1d

Secret police www.wweek.com/news/2025/10...

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John wasiutynski @jwashski.bsky.social · 1d

Mark my words, Oregon will be a target and all the serious people will tell us how great this will be for rate payers

isaac @sevier.io · 1d

They are constantly accumulating power, and we have to organize if we want our futures to be free. Private equity taking advantage of the fiscal crisis upon utilities is a classic, predictable playbook -- and it's up to all of us to stop them.

Private Equity Stakeholder Project @pestakeholder.bsky.social · 1d

What happens when BlackRock takes control of your power company?

James Baratta gives an inside look at the private-equity takeover of a vital Minnesota utility—and what it means for communities and clean energy.

🔗 prospect.org/environment/...

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Nick @ecosozialismus.bsky.social · 1d

“And, here’s the thing: Even if the mythical Portland crime wave happened, and was still happening, there’s absolutely no excuse for the federal government to invade Portland. That’s the message leaders should be stressing.”

Letter from the editor | Portland and Oregon electeds took the bait

By acting as though the Trump regime cares about truth or reasonability, some leaders fell for the con

www.streetroots.org

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John wasiutynski @jwashski.bsky.social · 1d

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Mitch Green @councilorgreen.bsky.social · 1d

Portlanders will not be cowed by this administration. When undignitaries like Kristi Noem visit for their photo ops and get mocked by people in animal costumes it’s because that’s the level of respect they deserve. Doing the work of mass deportation is the least honorable thing a person can do.

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Mitch Green @councilorgreen.bsky.social · 1d

Portlanders will not be cowed by this administration. When undignitaries like Kristi Noem visit for their photo ops and get mocked by people in animal costumes it’s because that’s the level of respect they deserve. Doing the work of mass deportation is the least honorable thing a person can do.

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Candace Avalos @candaceavalos.bsky.social · 1d

Can I just gush about @jamiedunphy.bsky.social for a sec?

Jamie is kind, smart, authentic, and a damn good partner in representing East Portland with me! We just finished a town hall with over 100 people in attendance and we left feeling inspired, motivated, and grateful for our community 🫶🏾

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BikePortland @bikeportland.org · 1d

This is a big deal because public space only works if the public shows up, and having food trucks and other types of vendors at parks will encourage people not only to visit, but to stay there and hang out a while.

bikeportland.org/2025/10/08/n...

New city program makes vending at parks easier and cheaper

Imagine grabbing snack in Forest Park after a fun ride in the dirt.

bikeportland.org

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BikePortland @bikeportland.org · 1d

"It’s great to have a Mayor who will actually be on a bike often!" - Tigard resident and dedicated cycling advocate Shawne Martinez

bikeportland.org/2025/10/08/t...

Tigard's new mayor is an everyday bike rider

The morning after being named mayor, Yi-Kang Hu rode with his local bike bus.

bikeportland.org

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350PDX @350pdx.bsky.social · 1d

The City of Portland has released a draft plan for the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub!

Join us October 10 for an online comment writing workshop. We'll walk through the proposed plan alternatives and help you compose a direct and effective message to the City! act.sierraclub.org/events/detai...

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cassie @wilsonxcassie.bsky.social · 1d

Reign of Terror 👹

Justin Baragona @justinbaragona.bsky.social · 1d

"Antifa-led hellfire"

www.whitehouse.gov/articles/202...

PORTLAND: Fake News Ignores Antifa Violence, Residents’ Pleas for Help

For years, an Antifa-led hellfire has turned Portland into a wasteland of firebombs, beatings, and brazen attacks on federal officers and property —

www.whitehouse.gov

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cassie @wilsonxcassie.bsky.social · 1d

If we don’t have stores then where do you think I bought my overpriced oat milk?

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d

Trump: "I don't know what could be worse than Portland. You don't even have stores anymore. They don't even put glass up. They put plywood on their windows."

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