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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · 5d

This is a must-read article by @speppered.bsky.social about new research on attitudes about local media access. Note the interesting information about what sources people trust and where they get their local news.
www.niemanlab.org/2025/10/dont...

Don’t dwell on “democracy,” and other new findings about how to market local news

"Here’s the paradox: 93% of people believe reliable local news is necessary for democracy, yet many of these same people react negatively to explicit 'democracy' messaging."

www.niemanlab.org

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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Jun 10

My answer to the @MuckRack Daily trivia question: Cher

Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Feb 25

Thank YOU! We appreciate your courage, honesty and brilliance.

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Joy-Ann Reid @joyannreid.bsky.social · Feb 24

I just want to say thank you to everyone who has reached out with kindness and encouragement, both personally and in these social media streets. So very proud of The Reidout @joy.msnbc.com team, who are truly family, and all of our supporters & friends. See you tomorrow night at 7, one more time ‼️

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Joy-Ann Reid @joyannreid.bsky.social · Feb 25

So blessed to know you, friend!

Brandon Wolf @brandonwolf.bsky.social · Feb 25

Like she did for others, @joyannreid.bsky.social elevated me. She was the first cable host to have me on as a subject matter expert. She’d reach out personally when news broke that’s in my wheelhouse, always thinking of ways to include me. She helped me find my voice, my lane.

Brandon’s first appearance on Joy’s show

Brandon on set w joy and congressman frost

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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · Feb 24

This truly breaks my 💔

Thank you @joyannreid.bsky.social, I’ll be watching for what’s next. 🙏🏽

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Harry Dunn @libradunn1.bsky.social · Feb 25

Here to support my friend @joyannreid.bsky.social as she signs off, her last show! She's one of the best!!!

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · Feb 25

REPORTER: Can you say unequivocally that down the line, there won't be cuts to Medicaid programs?

MIKE JOHNSON: Medicaid is hugely problematic because it has a lot of fraud, waste, and abuse.

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · Feb 24

Currently appearing at UK bus-stops.

More of this pointed ridicule, please.

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Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · Feb 18

"working to swiftly rectify the situation..."
www.nbcnews.com/politics/dog...

USDA says it accidentally fired officials working on bird flu and is trying to rehire them

In a statement, an Agriculture Department spokesperson told NBC News that officials are "working to swiftly rectify the situation."

www.nbcnews.com

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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Feb 19

If they take junk food away from the MAGA crowd, along with gutting Social Security (including SSI), the ACA, Medicaid and Medicare, the fascists are going to face an insurrection. And they trained the insurrectionists (and released them from prison). So, they best beware.

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Vegan Horizon @veganhorizon.substack.com · Feb 19

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Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · Feb 14

after the overturning of roe, black infant mortality has spiked nearly 11% in states with abortion bans:

www.reuters.com/world/us/inf...

Infant mortality rises in states with abortion bans, study finds

Increases in infant mortality have been found in U.S. states that enacted abortion bans or severe restrictions after the Supreme Court overturned the landmark ruling that guaranteed a right to the procedure, U.S. researchers said on Thursday.

www.reuters.com

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Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · Feb 14

www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Feb 3

She is teaching us to use our voice. In using hers, we see that — while there has been vitriol — she has been inundated with support and is surrounded by people who are grateful. Is that a ceromonial robe she is wearing or a cape?
www.washingtonpost.com/religion/202...

What happens after you ask Trump to ‘have mercy’? Threats, praise and hope.

It had been 12 days since the Episcopal bishop of Washington pleaded with President Donald Trump to “have mercy” on immigrants, LGBTQ children and others.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · Feb 3

reupping this from the wall street journal -- oct 25 2024:

www.wsj.com/world/russia...

Exclusive | Elon Musk’s Secret Conversations With Vladimir Putin

Regular contacts between world’s richest man and America’s chief antagonist raise security concerns. Topics include geopolitics, business and personal matters.

www.wsj.com

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Rachel Maddow @maddow.msnbc.com · Jan 29

"Some adherents mixed Butler’s toenail clippings into their meals, two former followers said, as a sign of devotion.

Others used his shoes as prayer totems..."

www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

As a Rising Political Star, Gabbard Paid to Mask Her Sect’s Ties to Alleged Scheme

Years before Tulsi Gabbard became Trump’s pick to coordinate U.S. spy agencies, she tried to evade unwanted scrutiny.

www.wsj.com

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · Jan 30

REPORTER: Is there an acting FAA director?

DUFFY: *walks away*

(The FAA director resigned on the day of Trump's inauguration under pressure from Elon Musk)

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The Onion @theonion.com · Jan 30

I Don’t Vaccinate My Child Because It’s My Right To Decide What Eliminated Diseases Come Roaring Back
theonion.com/i-don-t...

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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Jan 30

In case the administration is monitoring my social posts, I thought I'd drop this here on the off chance Trump or his co-president (Musk) might read it... #DumpTrump #DefendDemocracy
www.archives.gov/founding-doc...

The Constitution of the United States: A Transcription

[get-content name="print-page-left" include-tag="false" /] Note: The following text is a transcription of the Constitution as it was inscribed by Jacob Shallus on parchment (the document on display in...

www.archives.gov

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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Jan 24

www.nytimes.com/2025/01/23/t...

A Test So Hard No AI System Can Pass It — Yet

The creators of a new test called “Humanity’s Last Exam” argue we may soon lose the ability to create tests hard enough for A.I. models.

www.nytimes.com

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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Jan 24

www.axios.com/2025/01/24/t... #DumpTrump

House Republican introduces long-shot measure to let Trump seek a third term

The proposed amendment would let presidents who served non-consecutively seek a third term.

www.axios.com

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Loretta Kane @lorettakane.bsky.social · Jan 24

Actions speak louder than words.
www.nytimes.com/2025/01/24/w...

What Elon Musk’s Salute Was All About

A gesture associated with the Nazis has a surprising history. But in Germany, there was little doubt about its meaning.

www.nytimes.com

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The Onion @theonion.com · Jan 22

Trump Claims He Can Overrule Constitution With Executive Order Because Of Little-Known ‘No One Will Stop Me’ Loophole
theonion.com/trump-c...

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Mia Farrow @miafarrow.bsky.social · Jan 20

Wishing everyone everywhere peace and inspiration. Come what may, let us stand strong for all that is right and just. Let us defend those who are being mistreated, and live with kindness and respect as Martin Luther King hoped we would . Our task is clear. ❤️

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