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Israel bombed an Evin, an Iranian prison that housed dissidents and political prisoners. They ended up destroying the trans wing and murdering over 100 trans people incarcerated there, many for simply being queer in Iran.
This is unspeakable evil.
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This is unspeakable evil.
archive.ph/PA2n5
July 7, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Israel bombed an Evin, an Iranian prison that housed dissidents and political prisoners. They ended up destroying the trans wing and murdering over 100 trans people incarcerated there, many for simply being queer in Iran.
This is unspeakable evil.
archive.ph/PA2n5
This is unspeakable evil.
archive.ph/PA2n5
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Trump’s EPA put 130+ employees on leave for sending a letter opposing the administration’s anti-science policies.
Punishing federal employees for speaking out is un-American.
The workers must be reinstated immediately.
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
Punishing federal employees for speaking out is un-American.
The workers must be reinstated immediately.
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
EPA workers stand up for public health. Then Trump officials sent home.
The document criticizes the agency for “undermining the public trust."
www.motherjones.com
July 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Trump’s EPA put 130+ employees on leave for sending a letter opposing the administration’s anti-science policies.
Punishing federal employees for speaking out is un-American.
The workers must be reinstated immediately.
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
Punishing federal employees for speaking out is un-American.
The workers must be reinstated immediately.
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
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Soon after President Donald Trump announced the U.S. bombed Iran, footage claiming to show the aftermath flooded social media. But many images and videos were AI-generated, taken out of context or recorded from video games.
How to verify footage amid US attack on Iran
Soon after President Donald Trump announced the U.S. bombed Iran, footage claiming to show the aftermath flooded social media. But many images and videos were AI-generated, taken out of context or…
buff.ly
June 24, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Soon after President Donald Trump announced the U.S. bombed Iran, footage claiming to show the aftermath flooded social media. But many images and videos were AI-generated, taken out of context or recorded from video games.
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US strikes on Iran nuclear sites are real-life test of hard power's limits reut.rs/45AO14q
US strikes on Iran nuclear sites are real-life test of hard power's limits
U.S. military strikes overnight in which President Donald Trump said Iran's main nuclear sites were "obliterated" will put to the test the widely held view that such attacks can delay a nuclear programme but not kill a determined push for atom bombs.
reut.rs
June 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
US strikes on Iran nuclear sites are real-life test of hard power's limits reut.rs/45AO14q
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Just to be crystal clear: bombing Iran is completely illegal.
June 22, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Just to be crystal clear: bombing Iran is completely illegal.
"now is the time for peace" me says. What bullshit!
JUST IN: The U.S. has completed attacks on three nuclear sites in Iran, President Trump wrote on Truth Social on Saturday.
U.S. completes strikes on Iran nuclear sites, Trump says
The U.S. has completed attacks on three nuclear sites in Iran, President Trump wrote on Truth Social on Saturday.
n.pr
June 22, 2025 at 12:31 AM
"now is the time for peace" me says. What bullshit!
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For comparison’s sake, when I went to Parris Island in 1998 for USMC boot camp, they told us the location was strategic because if tried to escape, you’d have to do it through the swamp, which meant risking death. This is how they want to treat, in some cases, green card holders.
Florida officials, including the state’s Attorney General who was just found to be in contempt of court, want to turn a piece of the Everglades into the state's largest immigration detention facility.
June 19, 2025 at 5:35 PM
For comparison’s sake, when I went to Parris Island in 1998 for USMC boot camp, they told us the location was strategic because if tried to escape, you’d have to do it through the swamp, which meant risking death. This is how they want to treat, in some cases, green card holders.
This is fucking tragic.
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention Lifeline included a service that provided specialized suicide prevention support by phone and text for LGBTQ+ kids. That's ending.
Trump administration cuts specialized suicide prevention service for LGBTQ+ youth
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention Lifeline included a service that provided specialized suicide prevention support by phone and text for LGBTQ+ kids. That's ending.
n.pr
June 19, 2025 at 9:23 PM
This is fucking tragic.
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We sent a letter to President Trump late last night explicitly reminding him that only Congress has the power to authorize military force against Iran.
Our leaders need to take that grave responsibility seriously.
Our leaders need to take that grave responsibility seriously.
June 19, 2025 at 6:19 PM
We sent a letter to President Trump late last night explicitly reminding him that only Congress has the power to authorize military force against Iran.
Our leaders need to take that grave responsibility seriously.
Our leaders need to take that grave responsibility seriously.
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NPR has heard from more than 50 veterans around the country who are upset about the VA cutting a program that was helping vets avoid foreclosure. Veterans now have worse options than most Americans.
Trump's VA cut a program that's saving vets' homes. Even Republicans have questions
NPR has heard from more than 50 veterans around the country who are upset about the VA cutting a program that was helping vets avoid foreclosure. Veterans now have worse options than most Americans.
n.pr
June 19, 2025 at 8:32 PM
NPR has heard from more than 50 veterans around the country who are upset about the VA cutting a program that was helping vets avoid foreclosure. Veterans now have worse options than most Americans.
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Trump faces uproar from MAGA base over possible Iran strike reut.rs/3G7FQlF
Trump faces uproar from MAGA base over possible Iran strike
The prospect of a U.S. strike against Iran has exposed divisions among Trump supporters, with part of the rift on full display when Tucker Carlson, on his streaming program, clashed with Republican Senator Ted Cruz.
reut.rs
June 19, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Trump faces uproar from MAGA base over possible Iran strike reut.rs/3G7FQlF
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Nothing sums up the state of affairs for transgender Americans quite like the US Supreme Court denying trans people life-saving healthcare at the same time that the Trump administration shuts down suicide prevention programs for LGBTQ people.
These bastards want us all dead.
These bastards want us all dead.
Breaking: The Trevor Project received a stop-work order last night on its contract with the national 988 suicide prevention hotline. The Trump administration is eliminating the option for LGBTQ callers to the hotline to press 3 and connect with someone who specializes in LGBTQ mental health.
June 18, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Nothing sums up the state of affairs for transgender Americans quite like the US Supreme Court denying trans people life-saving healthcare at the same time that the Trump administration shuts down suicide prevention programs for LGBTQ people.
These bastards want us all dead.
These bastards want us all dead.
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When Teslas matter more than lives.
June 17, 2025 at 7:28 PM
When Teslas matter more than lives.
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I love that a politician can say something like “I believe mice naturally spawn out of grain” and the news will now just treat that as a legitimate line of thought
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently embraces the outdated "miasma theory" of disease instead of the widely accept "germ theory" of disease, which may help explain some of the actions he's been taking.
Ancient miasma theory may help explain Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine moves
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently embraces the outdated "miasma theory" of disease instead of the widely accept "germ theory" of disease, which may help explain some of the actions he's been taking.
n.pr
June 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM
I love that a politician can say something like “I believe mice naturally spawn out of grain” and the news will now just treat that as a legitimate line of thought
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As a former Marine, people ask me if there is any scenario where they can be a force for good in L.A. I'm sure most Marines see themselves as help, but the reality is they are war fighters. Versatile, but war fighters. Their skills are for battle. That couldn't be a fit for domestic civilian control
June 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM
As a former Marine, people ask me if there is any scenario where they can be a force for good in L.A. I'm sure most Marines see themselves as help, but the reality is they are war fighters. Versatile, but war fighters. Their skills are for battle. That couldn't be a fit for domestic civilian control
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Today they have crossed a deep red line.
We, the people, must hold the president and his appointees accountable for this outrageous abuse against American liberty.
We, the people, must hold the president and his appointees accountable for this outrageous abuse against American liberty.
June 12, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Today they have crossed a deep red line.
We, the people, must hold the president and his appointees accountable for this outrageous abuse against American liberty.
We, the people, must hold the president and his appointees accountable for this outrageous abuse against American liberty.
This bill a reverse Robin Hood. As usual, it's the rich stealing from the poor.
The top 10% of earners in the U.S. would see the biggest gains under the GOP tax and spending package, according to congressional forecasters, but those at the bottom of the income ladder would be worse off.
The GOP's massive bill would benefit the rich the most -- while hitting the poor
The top 10% of earners in the U.S. would see the biggest gains under the GOP tax and spending package, according to congressional forecasters, but those at the bottom of the income ladder would be worse off.
n.pr
June 12, 2025 at 6:59 PM
This bill a reverse Robin Hood. As usual, it's the rich stealing from the poor.
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May the anti-ICE movement continue to spread nationwide!
This is the Los Angeles spirit your news broadcast isn’t showing…
This is the Los Angeles spirit your news broadcast isn’t showing…
June 11, 2025 at 5:27 PM
May the anti-ICE movement continue to spread nationwide!
This is the Los Angeles spirit your news broadcast isn’t showing…
This is the Los Angeles spirit your news broadcast isn’t showing…
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I’m hearing rumors that thousands of people are calling the ICE tip line to report little green men and other aliens from outer space. That’s not why ICE set up this number, so you should absolutely NOT call that tip line to report those types of aliens. 👽
I repeat—do NOT call the below number! ☎️
I repeat—do NOT call the below number! ☎️
June 11, 2025 at 7:23 PM
I’m hearing rumors that thousands of people are calling the ICE tip line to report little green men and other aliens from outer space. That’s not why ICE set up this number, so you should absolutely NOT call that tip line to report those types of aliens. 👽
I repeat—do NOT call the below number! ☎️
I repeat—do NOT call the below number! ☎️
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The indictment was announced by interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba. Rep. McIver says the proceedings against her are "a brazen attempt at political intimidation."
Rep. McIver is indicted on federal charges related to tussle at immigration facility
The indictment was announced by interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba. Rep. McIver says the proceedings against her are "a brazen attempt at political intimidation."
n.pr
June 11, 2025 at 9:11 PM
The indictment was announced by interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba. Rep. McIver says the proceedings against her are "a brazen attempt at political intimidation."
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Protests against federal immigration raids in Los Angeles have fueled misleading social media posts, including several instances of unrelated videos being mislabeled or shared out of context. buff.ly/4KIdfIj
Fact-checking misinformation about the LA protests
Protests against federal immigration raids in Los Angeles have fueled misleading social media posts, including several instances of unrelated videos being mislabeled or shared out of context.
www.politifact.com
June 11, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Protests against federal immigration raids in Los Angeles have fueled misleading social media posts, including several instances of unrelated videos being mislabeled or shared out of context. buff.ly/4KIdfIj
This is a great video about the legal aspects and discussion of what's really going on in LA.
youtu.be/zJ7Dfca4_y8?...
youtu.be/zJ7Dfca4_y8?...
Trump Hijacks National Guard in LA: Legal?
YouTube video by LegalEagle
youtu.be
June 11, 2025 at 9:27 PM
This is a great video about the legal aspects and discussion of what's really going on in LA.
youtu.be/zJ7Dfca4_y8?...
youtu.be/zJ7Dfca4_y8?...
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I wonder what percentage of injuries this is compared to protesters in general. I bet it's higher, because they're being targeted.
"There have been more than 30 incidents of police violence against journalists as of Tuesday, including 20 injuries, at least five of which required emergency room or urgent care visits..."
Dozens Of Journalists Targeted, Shot, Detained While Covering LA Protests, Press Org Says
“I never thought for one moment that I’d actually have to be fearful of law enforcement during a public protest," said one photojournalist hospitalized after getting shot in the leg.
www.huffpost.com
June 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM
I wonder what percentage of injuries this is compared to protesters in general. I bet it's higher, because they're being targeted.
Doge was never about saving the government money. The only money he cares about is his and his buddies.
A former Justice Department official responsible for pardons who was fired earlier this year says President Donald Trump’s pardons “have wiped out over $1 billion in debts owed by wealthy Americans.” That's plausible.
Have Trump’s pardons wiped out $1 billion in debts?
A former Justice Department official responsible for pardons who was fired earlier this year says President Donald Trump’s pardons “have wiped out over $1 billion in debts owed by wealthy Americans.”…
buff.ly
June 11, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Doge was never about saving the government money. The only money he cares about is his and his buddies.