Mike O'Connell
@mojojojojo.bsky.social
Such a nice change to see a politician laughing, being earnest, being human.
January 7, 2026 at 8:26 AM
Such a nice change to see a politician laughing, being earnest, being human.
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Spheres of influence? Oil revolution? Imperialism? A new political theory argues that we're thinking about Trump's global takeover all wrong.
"Actors are debasing themselves to this order, like the Swiss bringing gold bars and Rolexes to the White House to avoid being targets of tariffs.
"Actors are debasing themselves to this order, like the Swiss bringing gold bars and Rolexes to the White House to avoid being targets of tariffs.
A new theory explains why Trump keeps threatening global takeovers
Neo-royalism challenges us to look beyond a century-old paradigm and see the hierarchical lens through which Trump justifies domination.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Spheres of influence? Oil revolution? Imperialism? A new political theory argues that we're thinking about Trump's global takeover all wrong.
"Actors are debasing themselves to this order, like the Swiss bringing gold bars and Rolexes to the White House to avoid being targets of tariffs.
"Actors are debasing themselves to this order, like the Swiss bringing gold bars and Rolexes to the White House to avoid being targets of tariffs.
I've often wondered where the white hats are hanging out and what they're doing instead of righting digital wrongs and messing with their enemies. Nice to see some action.
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The Heartbreak Machine: Nazis in the Echo Chamber
WhiteDate ist eine Plattform weißer Suprematist:innen, die sich an Rassist:innen und Antisemit:innen richtet – und auf veralteter Infrast...
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January 6, 2026 at 10:22 AM
I've often wondered where the white hats are hanging out and what they're doing instead of righting digital wrongs and messing with their enemies. Nice to see some action.
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RELEASE THE UNREDACTED EPSTEIN FILES!
JUDGES MAKE THE DOJ DO IT.
JUDGES MAKE THE DOJ DO IT.
January 5, 2026 at 11:47 PM
RELEASE THE UNREDACTED EPSTEIN FILES!
JUDGES MAKE THE DOJ DO IT.
JUDGES MAKE THE DOJ DO IT.
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I wrote section 230 to protect user speech, not a company's own speech. I've long said AI chatbot outputs are not protected by 230 and that it is not a close call. Given that the Trump administration is going to the mat to protect pedophiles, states should step in to hold Musk and X accountable.
I am not a Section 230 expert but being that Twitter is creating and publishing these photos I wonder if they actually have any civil legal protection? @kenwhite.bsky.social ? @akivamcohen.bsky.social ?
January 6, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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It’s five years to the day since Donald Trump’s followers attempted to violently overthrow the democratically elected U.S Government following his repeated false claims that the election had been stolen.
If there was any justice Trump would be in prison, not the White House.
If there was any justice Trump would be in prison, not the White House.
January 6, 2026 at 7:44 AM
It’s five years to the day since Donald Trump’s followers attempted to violently overthrow the democratically elected U.S Government following his repeated false claims that the election had been stolen.
If there was any justice Trump would be in prison, not the White House.
If there was any justice Trump would be in prison, not the White House.
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Chris Murphy: "At some level he's winning tonight because clearly part of his intent here was to distract the American people -- you and I -- from what's happening here at home. You have 20 million families who are getting massive increases in their healthcare premiums. People will die."
January 6, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Chris Murphy: "At some level he's winning tonight because clearly part of his intent here was to distract the American people -- you and I -- from what's happening here at home. You have 20 million families who are getting massive increases in their healthcare premiums. People will die."
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COOPER: Do you believe the Trump administration is still lying?
CHRIS MURPHY: Donald Trump lies every single day, so of course you can't take anything he says as the truth
CHRIS MURPHY: Donald Trump lies every single day, so of course you can't take anything he says as the truth
January 6, 2026 at 1:55 AM
COOPER: Do you believe the Trump administration is still lying?
CHRIS MURPHY: Donald Trump lies every single day, so of course you can't take anything he says as the truth
CHRIS MURPHY: Donald Trump lies every single day, so of course you can't take anything he says as the truth
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CNN put together a montage of Trump being vocally against regime change before he fell in love with it
January 6, 2026 at 2:09 AM
CNN put together a montage of Trump being vocally against regime change before he fell in love with it
Another glimmer of hope in this not sparkling time
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Stop 287(g) - ACLU of Nebraska
The fundamental constitutional protections of due process and equal protection embodied in our Constitution and Bill of Rights apply to every person, regardless of immigration status; that's why we ha...
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January 6, 2026 at 2:06 AM
Another glimmer of hope in this not sparkling time
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The weirdest thing about Americans is how many of them think their laws apply to every person in the world.
But they're certain other countries' laws don't apply to them.
But they're certain other countries' laws don't apply to them.
January 5, 2026 at 4:02 AM
The weirdest thing about Americans is how many of them think their laws apply to every person in the world.
But they're certain other countries' laws don't apply to them.
But they're certain other countries' laws don't apply to them.
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The Epstein Files Transparency Act is a law, passed by Congress on November 19 with an overwhelming vote. Complying with it was not optional. The Department of Justice did not comply.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
January 4, 2026 at 6:18 PM
The Epstein Files Transparency Act is a law, passed by Congress on November 19 with an overwhelming vote. Complying with it was not optional. The Department of Justice did not comply.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
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wait
I just heard a commentator say basically "well, how would Americans like it if some other country kidnapped trump and his wife and sent them off for trial?"
I would guess that most Americans would be grateful.
I just heard a commentator say basically "well, how would Americans like it if some other country kidnapped trump and his wife and sent them off for trial?"
I would guess that most Americans would be grateful.
January 3, 2026 at 10:10 PM
wait
I just heard a commentator say basically "well, how would Americans like it if some other country kidnapped trump and his wife and sent them off for trial?"
I would guess that most Americans would be grateful.
I just heard a commentator say basically "well, how would Americans like it if some other country kidnapped trump and his wife and sent them off for trial?"
I would guess that most Americans would be grateful.
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The amount of emotions a silent movie about a cat can give is crazy
Flow is an absolute fucking banger
Flow is an absolute fucking banger
a black cat with yellow eyes is sitting on a table
Alt: an animated gif of the Black Cat from Flow
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January 3, 2026 at 8:39 PM
The amount of emotions a silent movie about a cat can give is crazy
Flow is an absolute fucking banger
Flow is an absolute fucking banger
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It’s time for the world to Boycott, Divest and Sanction the U.S
Avoid the Olympics, World Cup and other sporting events. There’s no reason to celebrate the 250 birthday of this fallen nation
Avoid the Olympics, World Cup and other sporting events. There’s no reason to celebrate the 250 birthday of this fallen nation
January 3, 2026 at 12:36 PM
It’s time for the world to Boycott, Divest and Sanction the U.S
Avoid the Olympics, World Cup and other sporting events. There’s no reason to celebrate the 250 birthday of this fallen nation
Avoid the Olympics, World Cup and other sporting events. There’s no reason to celebrate the 250 birthday of this fallen nation
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This is a good idea! Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) said, “If the governor has the ability to issue driver’s licenses to people in California, if you’re going to wear a mask and not identify yourself, you’re not going to be eligible to drive a vehicle in California.”
January 3, 2026 at 12:43 AM
This is a good idea! Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) said, “If the governor has the ability to issue driver’s licenses to people in California, if you’re going to wear a mask and not identify yourself, you’re not going to be eligible to drive a vehicle in California.”
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Republicans rushed tax cuts for the wealthy but delayed their cuts to Medicaid and food assistance. Why?
So they don't kick in until after the midterms.
Help spread the word.
So they don't kick in until after the midterms.
Help spread the word.
January 2, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Republicans rushed tax cuts for the wealthy but delayed their cuts to Medicaid and food assistance. Why?
So they don't kick in until after the midterms.
Help spread the word.
So they don't kick in until after the midterms.
Help spread the word.
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The worst year in one picture
January 2, 2026 at 11:53 AM
The worst year in one picture
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Here’s how racism helped shape why the U.S. is the only developed country without universal health care.
January 2, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Here’s how racism helped shape why the U.S. is the only developed country without universal health care.
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Off to a good start
January 2, 2026 at 12:41 AM
Off to a good start
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You're right, Larry! You do need to purge the wicked and unclean from the earth, starting with your family. But first, why not enjoy a refreshing ice-cold Coke Zero from the Coca-Cola company. It's not just a refreshing drink- it's an experience.
The power of suggestions ... "OpenAI Reportedly Planning to Make ChatGPT “Prioritize” Advertisers in Conversation" futurism.com/artificial-i...
OpenAI Reportedly Planning to Make ChatGPT "Prioritize" Advertisers in Conversation
OpenAI employees working on ChatGPT report plans to unleash sponsored advertisements above organic results.
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January 2, 2026 at 4:34 PM
You're right, Larry! You do need to purge the wicked and unclean from the earth, starting with your family. But first, why not enjoy a refreshing ice-cold Coke Zero from the Coca-Cola company. It's not just a refreshing drink- it's an experience.
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Like, not even GRE scores. SAT scores.
January 2, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Like, not even GRE scores. SAT scores.
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