Kyle Rohde
@kylerohde.bsky.social
Midwest Dad in KC w/ strong WI roots. Expect a random assortment of automotive, advertising, politics and sports (esp Jayhawks, Huskers, Packers, Bucks, Brewers and F1). Opinions def not that of my employer.
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During the Jim Crow era, most Americans were ignorant of the fascism going on in Southern states because mainstream media didn't cover it until the Civil Rights Movement really got going in the 1950s. Today, it's northern "blue states" under fascist attack with the rest of the country in the dark.
I can’t emphasize enough how shocked my out of state friends and family are when I tell them what has happened in Minneapolis since Renee Good’s murder.
Without reliable media, most not-chronically-online people are completely in the dark. If you want to help Minnesota, tell people what you know.
Without reliable media, most not-chronically-online people are completely in the dark. If you want to help Minnesota, tell people what you know.
January 13, 2026 at 5:15 PM
During the Jim Crow era, most Americans were ignorant of the fascism going on in Southern states because mainstream media didn't cover it until the Civil Rights Movement really got going in the 1950s. Today, it's northern "blue states" under fascist attack with the rest of the country in the dark.
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Sometimes they just tell us they are weaponizing the criminal justice system to push their political agenda.
Sen. Kevin Cramer: "Maybe the point should be if you're the attorney for Jay Powell and you want to avoid an indictment, how about you go to Jeanine Pirro and say, 'I'll make a deal. I'll step down today if you drop the investigation today.' To me, that would be a win win for everybody."
January 13, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Sometimes they just tell us they are weaponizing the criminal justice system to push their political agenda.
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The Michigan auto worker who was flipped off by Trump after heckling him has reportedly been suspended
A Ford worker called out Trump. The president flipped him off. Now, he's been suspended. • Michigan Advance
A union-backed auto worker at Ford Motor Co. was caught on video heckling President Donald Trump when he visited a Dearborn factory on Tuesday ahead of his address to the Detroit Economic Club. The vi...
michiganadvance.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:48 AM
The Michigan auto worker who was flipped off by Trump after heckling him has reportedly been suspended
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Universal healthcare and higher wages would probably lead people to have more babies, but what they really do is give people More Freedom, which is the actual left goal, not More Babies.
Who gives a shit
www.npr.org/2026/01/12/n...
www.npr.org/2026/01/12/n...
As birthrates tumble, some progressives say the left needs to offer ideas and solutions
The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in.
www.npr.org
January 13, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Universal healthcare and higher wages would probably lead people to have more babies, but what they really do is give people More Freedom, which is the actual left goal, not More Babies.
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There are times Jon lays out the truth for some laughs and there are times where he does it for some awkward, uncomfortable chuckles. This is the second one.
Jon Stewart on the disconnect between Trump excusing J6 protesters and MAGA condemning Renee Good
January 13, 2026 at 4:23 PM
There are times Jon lays out the truth for some laughs and there are times where he does it for some awkward, uncomfortable chuckles. This is the second one.
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We do this stuff a lot for senior citizens struggling with dementia to help them remember where they are so ….
The White House has added a new sign above the Rose Garden reading “The Rose Garden.”
January 13, 2026 at 4:40 PM
We do this stuff a lot for senior citizens struggling with dementia to help them remember where they are so ….
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It remains hilarious that, for Donald Trump, the absolute highest form of praise he can give is "this person liked me"
Trump: "Sadly, the Great Influencer, Scott Adams, has passed away. He was a fantastic guy, who liked and respected me when it wasn’t fashionable to do so. He bravely fought a long battle against a terrible disease. My condolences go out to his family, and all of his many friends and listeners."
January 13, 2026 at 4:52 PM
It remains hilarious that, for Donald Trump, the absolute highest form of praise he can give is "this person liked me"
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A few months ago, ICE hired me
I didn't sign and submit any paperwork. I almost certainly failed the drug test. I'm real outspoken about my opposition to the Trump administration, and I am extremely googlable
And yet, there it was, in plain English. "Welcome to ICE!"
My latest for Slate
I didn't sign and submit any paperwork. I almost certainly failed the drug test. I'm real outspoken about my opposition to the Trump administration, and I am extremely googlable
And yet, there it was, in plain English. "Welcome to ICE!"
My latest for Slate
You’ve Heard About Who ICE Is Recruiting. The Truth Is Far Worse. I’m the Proof.
What happens when you do minimal screening before hiring agents, arming them, and sending them into the streets? We're all finding out.
slate.com
January 13, 2026 at 2:11 PM
A few months ago, ICE hired me
I didn't sign and submit any paperwork. I almost certainly failed the drug test. I'm real outspoken about my opposition to the Trump administration, and I am extremely googlable
And yet, there it was, in plain English. "Welcome to ICE!"
My latest for Slate
I didn't sign and submit any paperwork. I almost certainly failed the drug test. I'm real outspoken about my opposition to the Trump administration, and I am extremely googlable
And yet, there it was, in plain English. "Welcome to ICE!"
My latest for Slate
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This is a jaw-dropping piece about ICE recruitment.
The article appears to be partly paywalled and I would encourage anyone who can afford it to subscribe, Slate's got a hell of a sale going right now and subscriptions are how they can afford to pay freelancers for articles like this one
For my fellow brokies, though:
For my fellow brokies, though:
You’ve Heard About Who ICE Is Recruiting. The Truth Is Far Worse. I’m the Proof.
What happens when you do minimal screening before hiring agents, arming them, and sending them into the streets? We're all finding out.
web.archive.org
January 13, 2026 at 5:35 PM
This is a jaw-dropping piece about ICE recruitment.
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When you’ve lost Substack’s favorite Hitler apologist …
ICE is now behaving in such a way that even Tucker Carlson’s favorite Holocaust minimizing, Hitler-apologist “historian” is like “hey now guys, this is getting a little out of hand.”
January 12, 2026 at 10:54 PM
When you’ve lost Substack’s favorite Hitler apologist …
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Trump's White Nationalist Cosplay Crusaders Are Playing for ALL the Marbles
America’s refusal to face its past is forging a new authoritarianism. From the unpunished sins of the Civil War to the war on the Fed, the cost of “moving on” has never been higher.
open.substack.com/pub/thelefth...
America’s refusal to face its past is forging a new authoritarianism. From the unpunished sins of the Civil War to the war on the Fed, the cost of “moving on” has never been higher.
open.substack.com/pub/thelefth...
January 12, 2026 at 11:02 PM
Trump's White Nationalist Cosplay Crusaders Are Playing for ALL the Marbles
America’s refusal to face its past is forging a new authoritarianism. From the unpunished sins of the Civil War to the war on the Fed, the cost of “moving on” has never been higher.
open.substack.com/pub/thelefth...
America’s refusal to face its past is forging a new authoritarianism. From the unpunished sins of the Civil War to the war on the Fed, the cost of “moving on” has never been higher.
open.substack.com/pub/thelefth...
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1. Russia and China aren't going to invade Greenland.
2. The USValready has the right to put as many troops in Greenand as they want under NATO.
3. The only threat to invade Greenland is from the US.
2. The USValready has the right to put as many troops in Greenand as they want under NATO.
3. The only threat to invade Greenland is from the US.
Trump: "We are going to do something on Greenland whether they like it or not because if we don't it, Russia or China will take over Greenland. If we don't do it the easy way we're gonna do it the hard way."
January 12, 2026 at 12:24 AM
1. Russia and China aren't going to invade Greenland.
2. The USValready has the right to put as many troops in Greenand as they want under NATO.
3. The only threat to invade Greenland is from the US.
2. The USValready has the right to put as many troops in Greenand as they want under NATO.
3. The only threat to invade Greenland is from the US.
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Trump’s line is that disrespect to law enforcement is punishable by death. Impeach and remove. This is not tolerable.
Q: "Do you believe that deadly force was necessary?"
Trump: "It was highly disrespectful of law enforcement. The woman and her friend were highly disrespectful of law enforcement…Law enforcement should not be in a position where they have to put up with this stuff."
Trump: "It was highly disrespectful of law enforcement. The woman and her friend were highly disrespectful of law enforcement…Law enforcement should not be in a position where they have to put up with this stuff."
January 12, 2026 at 4:52 AM
Trump’s line is that disrespect to law enforcement is punishable by death. Impeach and remove. This is not tolerable.
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ICE recruitment is going well.
January 11, 2026 at 2:12 AM
ICE recruitment is going well.
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While there are way too many Orwell comparisons available for comfort there days, the fact that Trump's official foreign policy vision is to create a world made up of Oceania, Eurasia, and Eastasia seems like it belongs on the list.
The Trump administration has decided to prioritize the Western Hemisphere over Europe and East Asia - a decision that empowers the United States’ two most powerful geopolitical rivals. ICYMI Matt Johnson: lnk.thebulwark.com/4aHNPmz
Trump’s Obsession With Latin America Is a Strategic Calamity
While Trump gloats about Venezuela, he ignores the real risks to American security.
lnk.thebulwark.com
January 11, 2026 at 11:17 PM
While there are way too many Orwell comparisons available for comfort there days, the fact that Trump's official foreign policy vision is to create a world made up of Oceania, Eurasia, and Eastasia seems like it belongs on the list.
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The message from the White House this morning is that, once again, it falls on ordinary American citizens to remain calm and professional when dealing with the heavily armed agents of the government because they are very emotional and might fly off into a murderous rage at the slightest insult.
January 11, 2026 at 3:19 PM
The message from the White House this morning is that, once again, it falls on ordinary American citizens to remain calm and professional when dealing with the heavily armed agents of the government because they are very emotional and might fly off into a murderous rage at the slightest insult.
Putting myself in his place, I have a question: If you’re in a dangerous situation, why are you holding a cell phone and circling around the vehicle recording a vehicle you’re worried about?
That seems incredibly stupid for a 15 year military veteran and guy who got run over 6 months ago.
That seems incredibly stupid for a 15 year military veteran and guy who got run over 6 months ago.
WELKER: What do you see in that video?
HOMAN: I've said from March -- if the hateful rhetoric doesn't decline there's going to be bloodshed. And unfortunately I was right. You gotta put yourself in the mind of the officer.
HOMAN: I've said from March -- if the hateful rhetoric doesn't decline there's going to be bloodshed. And unfortunately I was right. You gotta put yourself in the mind of the officer.
January 11, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Putting myself in his place, I have a question: If you’re in a dangerous situation, why are you holding a cell phone and circling around the vehicle recording a vehicle you’re worried about?
That seems incredibly stupid for a 15 year military veteran and guy who got run over 6 months ago.
That seems incredibly stupid for a 15 year military veteran and guy who got run over 6 months ago.
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I keep repeating it because its insane to me but the idea of invading or acquiring Greenland for missile defense is insane because we already have access to it for our missile defense
January 11, 2026 at 3:47 AM
I keep repeating it because its insane to me but the idea of invading or acquiring Greenland for missile defense is insane because we already have access to it for our missile defense
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If Malik Willis were under center LaFleur would go ahead and score another 21 in the second half. With Jordan Love he's going to throw a little tantrum and maybe win by a field goal.
January 11, 2026 at 3:11 AM
If Malik Willis were under center LaFleur would go ahead and score another 21 in the second half. With Jordan Love he's going to throw a little tantrum and maybe win by a field goal.
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Some teams find ways to win games. The Packers, on the other hand, do the opposite.
January 11, 2026 at 3:38 AM
Some teams find ways to win games. The Packers, on the other hand, do the opposite.
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This is the most Matt LaFleur game to ever have Matt LaFleured
January 11, 2026 at 3:37 AM
This is the most Matt LaFleur game to ever have Matt LaFleured
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A friend of mine is a cop who was once run over by a suspect’s car. I texted him and asked him to tell me that story again and if he’d mind sharing what he thought about the killing of Renee Good. He gave me permission to share with you what he texted back.
January 10, 2026 at 10:02 PM
A friend of mine is a cop who was once run over by a suspect’s car. I texted him and asked him to tell me that story again and if he’d mind sharing what he thought about the killing of Renee Good. He gave me permission to share with you what he texted back.
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If you are a veteran, this kind of visible presence at anti-ICE protests is really valuable.
These clowns all want to play dress-up soldier, so actual soldiers mocking them to their faces is devastating.
These clowns all want to play dress-up soldier, so actual soldiers mocking them to their faces is devastating.
🇺🇸 MINNEAPOLIS VETERAN: "They are terrorizing the population, in Afghanistan we never wore masks.” (From @statuscoupnews.bsky.social )
January 10, 2026 at 10:16 PM
If you are a veteran, this kind of visible presence at anti-ICE protests is really valuable.
These clowns all want to play dress-up soldier, so actual soldiers mocking them to their faces is devastating.
These clowns all want to play dress-up soldier, so actual soldiers mocking them to their faces is devastating.
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You don’t even need the Tronoto Holocaust Museum to tell you that this is a neo-Nazi anthem. Just listen to it.
They might as well be goose-stepping.
They might as well be goose-stepping.
January 10, 2026 at 12:27 AM
You don’t even need the Tronoto Holocaust Museum to tell you that this is a neo-Nazi anthem. Just listen to it.
They might as well be goose-stepping.
They might as well be goose-stepping.
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Wild that Indiana is going to finally win a national football championship in the year that IU’s leaders & the state’s government decided it was no longer a serious research university.
So, here it is. Thanks to a new state law that was NEVER DEBATED, Indiana University has committed itself to abolishing majors in African-American/African Diaspora Studies: American Studies; Art History; French; Italian; Religious Studies etc. DOZENS of majors. www.ipm.org/news-section...
Indiana public colleges cut almost 20% of degrees
Public Indiana colleges and universities have eliminated 19 percent of their degree programs to meet requirements added to the state’s budget, according to the Commission for Higher Education.
www.ipm.org
January 10, 2026 at 3:56 AM
Wild that Indiana is going to finally win a national football championship in the year that IU’s leaders & the state’s government decided it was no longer a serious research university.