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mumblebee73.bsky.social
@mumblebee73.bsky.social
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Blue dot in a red state. Lover of dogs, history, and food.
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jayfarrellarnold.bsky.social
Benghazi this shit.

Make this Senate investigation last months and drag them in for questioning every day.
March 27, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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mcuban.bsky.social
Based on the replies l, it looks like there a lot of fed workers on @bsky.app

I just wanted to say THANK YOU. I can't imagine the shit you are going through right now

Thanks for your service to our country
March 27, 2025 at 12:22 AM
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joycewhitevance.bsky.social
More of: I can do whatever I want because I’m President. He is daring someone to challenge him. How far off can, “and I’m sticking around for a third term”, be?
March 17, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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georgetakei.bsky.social
I know this first hand. When I was a child, my entire community was branded as spies and sabateurs, justifying our internment inside barbed wire camps for years without due process, trial or charge.
X post by Timothy Snyder (@TimothyD ...), posted 6 hours ago. The post reads, "The people Attorney General Bondi is calling 'terrorists' have had no trial and no chance to defend them. We do not know they are. Ignoring the Constitution does not make us safe. It puts us all in peril."
March 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM
mumblebee73.bsky.social
This is terrifying, gestapo shyiat
aurabogado.bsky.social Aura Bogado @aurabogado.bsky.social · Mar 17
A US-born citizen was walking near Chicago in January. ICE snatched him off the street, handcuffed him, threw into a van. His wallet, which contained his ID, was confiscated. He was detained for 10 hours before being released without a record of what occurred.

immigrantjustice.org/sites/defaul...
A screenshot from a court filing reads, in part: "Julio Noriega is 54 years old, was born in Chicago, and is a U.S. citizen. On January 31, 2025, he was walking near the corner of Cermak Road and Harlem Avenue in Berwyn, Illinois, handing out his resume to local businesses. As he walked out of a Jiffy Lube, he was approached by ICE officers who grabbed and handcuffed him and put him into a van, without an opportunity to explain his citizenship. The officers drove Julio and others around for more than an hour before bringing him to an ICE processing center, where he remained, still handcuffed, for several more hours. All the while, Julio had a wallet containing identification that ICE had confiscated. The officers never showed Julio a warrant, and they did not ask him any questions to ascertain whether he was a noncitizen or a flight risk. After about 10 hours, ICE officers reviewed the contents of Julio’s wallet, realized he was a U.S. citizen, and released him with no money and no paperwork."
March 18, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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richardbranson.bsky.social
“The US spent 8 decades building an international system of rules, norms and values that has produced the longest period of great power peace and global prosperity in human history.” Fareed Zakaria on how upending the world order will only weaken America: www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
Opinion | Trump upending world order will cost America dearly
The decline of American influence is a gift to Russia and China.
www.washingtonpost.com
March 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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adamkinzinger.substack.com
Reminder: DOGE isnt real. Its a fake department.

Fugazi
March 18, 2025 at 1:39 AM
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mjfree.bsky.social
March 6, 2025 at 7:12 PM
mumblebee73.bsky.social
This is what we need in the house. Love her.
crockett.house.gov Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett @crockett.house.gov · Mar 5
In Oversight today, my colleagues stuck to their usual script: blaming immigrants for all crime & claiming Dem mayors are too soft. Well, I was curious to know if they’ve ever had an immigrant with a criminal record that they could recall. Tune in!
March 7, 2025 at 12:26 AM
mumblebee73.bsky.social
The cruelty of this “regime” knows no bounds. Putin may as well be installed in the White House, aka Kremlin 2.0
March 6, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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mollyjongfast.bsky.social
This is directly from project 2025
March 6, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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schwanksta.com
Just out from @propublica.org and the @texastribune.org:

www.propublica.org/article/vale...
This Charter School Superintendent Makes $870,000. He Leads a District With 1,000 Students.
On paper, Salvador Cavazos earns less than $300,000 to run Valere Public Schools, a small Texas charter network. But taxpayers likely aren’t aware that in reality, his total pay makes him one of the c...
www.propublica.org
March 6, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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politico.eu
Today in China Watcher:

👩‍🔬 Beijing’s pursuit of fired US government scientists.
🥊 China’s pushback against the latest Donald Trump tariffs.
📕 We profile a book on how US small businesses navigate trade with China.

Take a look 👇
Beijing beckons fired federal scientists
Decoding transatlantic relations with Beijing. By PHELIM KINE Send tips here | Tweet @PhelimKine | Bluesky @phelimkine.bsky.social | Subscribe for free | View in your browser Hi, China Watchers. &n…
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March 6, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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diveintodiscovery.bsky.social
On January 14, 1784, the Continental Congress ratified the Treaty of Paris, officially ending the American Revolutionary War and recognizing the United States as an independent nation.

#StayCurious #Skystorians #DiveIntoDiscovery
This historic painting captures the Continental Congress in session, a pivotal moment in the founding of the United States. On January 14, 1784, the delegates formally ratified the Treaty of Paris, officially ending the American Revolutionary War. This act symbolized the culmination of a long and arduous fight for independence from British rule and marked the legal recognition of the United States as a free and sovereign nation. The painting portrays the somber yet celebratory atmosphere of the gathering, where representatives from the thirteen colonies, having deliberated for months, finally came together to affirm the terms of peace. The treaty acknowledged U.S. independence, established borders extending to the Mississippi River, and resolved territorial disputes. It also outlined provisions for trade and the return of prisoners, signifying a new era of diplomacy. This scene reflects not only the gravity of the moment but also the collaborative and democratic spirit that defined the young nation. The painting is a tribute to the collective determination, intellectual rigor, and commitment to freedom that characterized the Continental Congress. Each delegate depicted represents the varied interests of the colonies, working together to secure a shared vision of liberty and self-governance. The image invites reflection on the immense challenges overcome by these individuals and the weight of their decisions, which would shape the trajectory of the United States for centuries to come. This engraving highlights key figures of the Continental Congress—John Adams, Alexander Hamilton, Gouverneur Morris, and Thomas Jefferson—individuals instrumental in shaping the Treaty of Paris and the future of the United States. These men, emblematic of the era’s intellectual and political leadership, represent the diverse talents and perspectives that contributed to the founding of the nation. The scene depicts an intense discussion, likely reflecting the debates that characterized the Congress as it worked to finalize the treaty’s terms. Their collaboration ensured that the United States gained recognition as an independent entity, secured favorable territorial boundaries, and established rights for fishing and trade. Beyond the Treaty of Paris, these leaders laid the groundwork for the Constitution and other enduring principles of American governance. John Adams served as a diplomat in Europe, tirelessly advocating for U.S. interests during negotiations. Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence, brought his visionary ideas for liberty and equality to the table. Alexander Hamilton contributed his keen understanding of finance and governance, shaping the economic policies of the new nation. Gouverneur Morris, a key drafter of the Constitution, played an important role in articulating the principles that would guide the United States. This engraving is not just a historical artifact but also a visual representation of the collaboration and determination that defined the Revolutionary generation, inspiring future leaders. This document, the official ratification of the Treaty of Paris by the Continental Congress, is a cornerstone of American history. Signed on January 14, 1784, it legally ended the Revolutionary War and secured recognition of the United States as an independent nation. The parchment reflects the formal language and precision required in 18th-century diplomacy, detailing the terms of peace negotiated with Great Britain. Among the provisions were the recognition of U.S. independence, territorial boundaries extending to the Mississippi River, and fishing rights off the coast of Canada. The treaty also included agreements regarding the repayment of debts and the return of confiscated property to Loyalists. This document underscores the significance of the diplomatic efforts that complemented the military struggle for independence. The ratification process itself highlights the logistical and political challenges faced by the Continental Congress, which had to ensure unanimity among the states while maintaining diplomatic credibility on the international stage. The proclamation represents not only the end of the war but also the beginning of the United States’ journey as a sovereign nation, navigating alliances, trade, and governance. Its weathered appearance serves as a reminder of the fragile yet resilient nature of the new republic at that time. This artifact remains a testament to the dedication and vision of the Revolutionary leaders who fought to secure not only independence but also the enduring principles of liberty and justice.
January 14, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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jwalker0x.bsky.social
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qasimrashid.com Qasim Rashid, Esq. @qasimrashid.com · Jan 3
My house caught fire. I called the Fire Dept but they refused b/c I don't have fire insurance

Sounds absurd right?

Meanwhile since Mangione allegedly killed the UnitedHealth CEO, ~6000 people have died due to denied care from insurance corps. Why do we allow it? www.qasimrashid.com/p/americas-h...
America's HELL Corporations
It is long past time we grapple with the violence imposed on Americans from our exploitative for-profit health exploitation system
www.qasimrashid.com
January 4, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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acyn.bsky.social
Canadian House of Commons Member Charlie Angus: Canadians are very proud of our traditions. We know, having lived next door to our neighbors… that while our taxes might be slightly higher, it doesn’t cost us a dime to go to the doctor…
December 28, 2024 at 12:40 AM
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slendersherbet.bsky.social
🎶Sleep Like An Egyptian🎶
December 26, 2024 at 11:17 AM
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rbreich.bsky.social
If the government shuts down Saturday, the richest man in the world will be largely to blame.

You may not get access to services you depend on just before the holidays because an unelected billionaire shadow president wanted it that way.

If this isn’t oligarchy, I don’t know what is.
December 19, 2024 at 9:00 PM
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ronfilipkowski.bsky.social
President Musk
December 20, 2024 at 3:05 AM
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chicagotribune.com
Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union launched a strike at seven of the company’s delivery hubs less than a week before Christmas.

Here’s what you should know.
Amazon workers are striking at multiple delivery hubs. Here’s what you should know.
Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union launched a strike at seven of the company’s delivery hubs less than a week before Christmas.
www.chicagotribune.com
December 20, 2024 at 2:53 PM
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davidcorn.bsky.social
On brand for Musk. And for Trump.
billkristolbulwark.bsky.social Bill Kristol @billkristolbulwark.bsky.social · Dec 20
I think this should be kind of a big deal: Elon Musk tweeting at 1:03am, “Only the AfD can save Germany.”

The AfD is Germany’s neo-Nazi party.
December 20, 2024 at 12:47 PM
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mjfree.bsky.social
December 20, 2024 at 3:27 AM
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onethisdate.bsky.social
On December 16, 1971, the UK recognized Bahrain’s independence, marking Bahrain's National Day. The event signified its sovereignty and established a modern nation-state in the region.
December 16, 2024 at 9:35 AM
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bannerite.bsky.social
Facts Matter! Thank you BTC!
December 14, 2024 at 11:52 PM