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@TheNation. @CapTimes. @freepress. @theprogressive. Tom Paine. Quaker. Latest book (w/ Sen. Bernie Sanders): NYT bestseller: It’s OK to be Angry About Capitalism.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 8d

From the #gazaflotilla, David Adler writes that “It is a blessing that we are approaching interception at the onset of Yom Kippur—our annual day of atonement—which calls us to reflect on our sins, and what can be done to repair them in the spirit of tikkun olam.”

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From the Gaza Flotilla: “I’m Here Because My Jewish Heritage Demands It”

I hope that fellow Jews will join me in redefining their approach to atonement—together with silent prayer, and toward courageous action to put an end to this horrific genocide.

www.thenation.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 8d

From the Gaza Flotilla: “I’m Here Because My Jewish Heritage Demands It”

I hope that fellow Jews will join me in redefining their approach to atonement—together with silent prayer, and toward courageous action to put an end to this horrific genocide.

www.thenation.com

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BlackJew 🏳️‍⚧️ @blackjew.bsky.social · 14d

Shana Tova u'Metuka - Happy 5786 have a Happy New Year

I am a little late, but I wanted to share this wonderful picture a friend sent me.

May this year be better than 5785!

Image made by Makom.Sheli text at bottom in black and white says Shana Tova 5786. The main picture is a drawing in the right and most of the image is a drawing of a Black woman in the 1950s style with cat eye style white glasses. Wearing a gray suit, a white shirt, and a bluish hair wrap. In front of the Jewish New Year imagery, a pomegranate, apples, and a Jewish star.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 14d

“This is a society divided by fear, hatred and violence. And until we talk about just what this society really is, then I don’t know how we’re going to change it.”
— Robert Redford as U.S. Senate candidate Bill McKay in “The Candidate” (1972)

Robert Redford Sounded the Alarm About Our Corrupted Politics Over 50 Years Ago

The late legend's 1972 classic The Candidate was an urgent warning about how money-driven, TV-obsessed campaigns would devastate democracy.

www.thenation.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 14d

Robert Redford set out, 53 years ago, to alert America to the disruption of elections by big money, self-dealing interest groups, media-driven campaigns and contenders who sacrificed values for style. With “The Candidate,” he anticipated almost everything that has corrupted contemporary politics.

Robert Redford Sounded the Alarm About Our Corrupted Politics Over 50 Years Ago

The late legend's 1972 classic The Candidate was an urgent warning about how money-driven, TV-obsessed campaigns would devastate democracy.

www.thenation.com

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SiriusXM Progress @siriusxmprog.bsky.social · 16d

‼️On Today's @msignorile.bsky.social Show‼️

@nicholsuprising.bsky.social of @thenation.com
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BlackJew 🏳️‍⚧️ @blackjew.bsky.social · 21d

Thinking of Bob McChesney right now may his memory be for a revolution and @nicholsuprising.bsky.social critical work about this very thing.

Tim Onion @bencollins.bsky.social · 21d

Becoming increasingly clear we’re gonna have to build a parallel infrastructure for all the media we really love. The reason all of this is happening under the color of law is hyperconsolidation, dissent being traded straight up for merger approval, or fear of harassment.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 21d

Remarkable conversation between Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani about what it means to be a mayor and how cities can lead in the struggle for economic and social and racial justice.

Full video here:

Mayor to Mayor: A Conversation Between Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani

When the senator came to New York in early September, he had a few spare minutes to talk municipal politics and governance with one of his biggest fans, Zohran Mamdani.

www.thenation.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 21d

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist member of the Wisconsin legislature, responded to Zohran Mamdani’s Democratic primary wIn in NYC by saying there needed to be more candidates like him.

Today, she announced that she’s running for the Democratic nomination to be Wisconsin’s next governor.

Opinion | Francesca Hong thinks Wisconsin’s ready for bolder politics

John Nichols: The three-term state lawmaker from Madison is launching a bid for governor with an affordability message that crosses lines of party ideology.

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Joan Walsh @joanwalsh.bsky.social · 23d

These hypocrites. The persecution of speech they don't like is only beginning. www.thenation.com/article/poli...

Alleged Free Speech Champions Are Campaigning Against Speech They Don’t Like

Prominent Republicans are attacking anyone who insists on describing who the late Charlie Kirk and his movement really were, even trying to get them fired.

www.thenation.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 23d

State Senator Kelda Roys, who ran a strong progressive bid for the Democratic nomination for governor of Wisconsin in 2018, announced Monday that she will bid to replace retiring Gov. Tony Evers. Roys is emphasizing her commitment to strong unions, family farms, and defending the rights of women.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 26d

"The excessive military spending, and in many cases just grossly wasteful military spending, has not improved the quality of life for the vast majority of people in this country."
-- US Rep. Jim McGovern on why he opposed the rush by House GOP to authorize $892.6 billion in new Pentagon spending

The GOP's Bloated Pentagon Budget Is Indefensible

The House just approved $892.6 billion in military spending—continuing the march toward $1 trillion defense budgets.

www.thenation.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 27d

"The people know that the United States must stop supplying arms and coordinating militarily with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government as it pursues its criminal war against the Palestinian population of Gaza."
— The Nation
Editorial: “Democrats Have No More Excuses on Gaza”

Democrats Have No More Excuses on Gaza

The American people want their leaders to stop supporting Netanyahu’s murderous inhumanity.

www.thenation.com

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 28d

We are horrified to learn of the shooting of Charlie Kirk. Political violence has no place in democracy. The foundation of democracy rests on the principle that differences can be debated vigorously, but peacefully, without intimidation or acts of violence.

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot during event at Utah Valley University

Turning Point USA executive director in critical condition after being struck while hosting UVU event

www.theguardian.com

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 28d

I'm horrified by the shooting of Charlie Kirk at a college event in Utah.

Political violence has no place in our country.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 28d

I spent a substantial amount of time at the 2024 Republican National Convention talking with Charlie Kirk. We disagreed. A lot. But I appreciated the clash of ideas, and the depth of the conversations. I hope and pray that he survives this horrific attack.

Charlie Kirk shot at Utah event, suspect in custody

Kirk’s status is unknown. A suspect is in custody

www.deseret.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · 29d

“Clearly, he gives New York City an opportunity for a political and governmental reset that is profoundly necessary and that cannot wait.”
— Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on why he strongly supports Zohran Mandani in 2025

Mamdani Is the Right Leader For NYC. I Should Know—I Had the Job.

We have an unprecedented chance to elect a mayor who can prioritize the needs of working people.

www.thenation.com

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SiriusXM Progress @siriusxmprog.bsky.social · Sep 8

‼️On Today's @msignorile.bsky.social Show‼️

@nicholsuprising.bsky.social of @thenation.com
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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Sep 7

New York faces the clearest choice of this election year:

Zohran Mamdani and Bernie Sanders

v.

Andrew Cuomo and Donald Trump

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Aug 28

DC Statehood!

Now, more than ever!

The denial of full representation and governing rights to Washington DC residents has allowed for too many abuses — most recently by Trump.

Democrats must make DC Statehood a priority of their next administration and Congress!

DC Statehood: Now, More Than Ever

The best counter to Trump’s authoritarianism is a renewed commitment to secure full representative democracy in Washington.

www.thenation.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Sep 2

More than 6000 Mainers cheer gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson as he declares, “Now is the time to take on Big Pharma and rein in corporate greed… We have to break the status quo. It’s not working for us!”

Jackson is #FightingOligarchy with Bernie Sanders in Portland, Maine.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Sep 1

Bernie Sanders says that one of the reasons he wants Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner in the Senate is because “he will stand with me” to cut US military funding for Israeli war on Gaza. The crowd in Portland, Maine, erupts with wild applause.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Sep 1

“I believe that a politician that is willing to sell anyone out will eventually sell everyone out.”
— Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner at the Fighting Oligarchy rally — with Bernie Sanders — in Portland

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Sep 1

“They Will Attack Every Organized Worker in America”

A powerful warning from the head of the largest federal employees union.

Trump’s attacking federal workers and their unions now. But it’s only a matter of time before the most anti-labor president in history attacks every union—and every worker.

“They Will Attack Every Organized Worker in America”

Talking to the head of America’s largest union of federal workers about Trump’s assault on his members and all of labor.

www.thenation.com

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Sep 1

“Americans do not want kings!

Americans do not want oligarchs!”

Thousands cheer Bernie Sanders at the “Workers Over Billionaires” Labor Day rally in Concord.

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John Nichols @nicholsuprising.bsky.social · Sep 1

US Rep. Khanna introduces US Sen. Bernie Sanders at the AFLCIO Labor Breakfast. On Labor Day, leaders stand with unions!

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