oran
@oranst.bsky.social
lover of doggies and kitties, foxes and potato chips, retired professor of curriculum & instruction, keyboard synth player and a very amateur player of video games, father of an Army veteran (Iraq) son and 3 grandsons, husband of 51 years, that's about it
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very cool that the president is waging war against... checks notes... minnesota, the state that a lot of people just kind of forget about.
January 15, 2026 at 5:36 PM
very cool that the president is waging war against... checks notes... minnesota, the state that a lot of people just kind of forget about.
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I don't understand US peeps going on about the Epstein files. You all know he's guilty already.
He's got secret police kidnapping, attacking and killing people already. He's effectively resigned you from NATO and is threatening a war against the rest of us.
It's not distraction.
He's got secret police kidnapping, attacking and killing people already. He's effectively resigned you from NATO and is threatening a war against the rest of us.
It's not distraction.
January 15, 2026 at 4:06 PM
I don't understand US peeps going on about the Epstein files. You all know he's guilty already.
He's got secret police kidnapping, attacking and killing people already. He's effectively resigned you from NATO and is threatening a war against the rest of us.
It's not distraction.
He's got secret police kidnapping, attacking and killing people already. He's effectively resigned you from NATO and is threatening a war against the rest of us.
It's not distraction.
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the president has declared war on an american state and the leaders of the opposition wont shut the fuck up about retraining the stormtroopers
January 15, 2026 at 2:23 PM
the president has declared war on an american state and the leaders of the opposition wont shut the fuck up about retraining the stormtroopers
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I went to actual school for journalism, and I don't even deserve the label "independent journalist".
This is such a big pet peeve of mine, influencers and streamers ARE NOT JOURNALISTS.
Fuck, half of the "journalists" we have at mass media aren't real either come to think of it...
This is such a big pet peeve of mine, influencers and streamers ARE NOT JOURNALISTS.
Fuck, half of the "journalists" we have at mass media aren't real either come to think of it...
Just heard The National News Desk refer to Nick Shirley as an independent journalist. He’s the YOUTUBER who spread misinformation about the fraud in MN & now he’s spreading even more crap. Every actual independent journalist should be insulted. @muellershewrote.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:37 PM
I went to actual school for journalism, and I don't even deserve the label "independent journalist".
This is such a big pet peeve of mine, influencers and streamers ARE NOT JOURNALISTS.
Fuck, half of the "journalists" we have at mass media aren't real either come to think of it...
This is such a big pet peeve of mine, influencers and streamers ARE NOT JOURNALISTS.
Fuck, half of the "journalists" we have at mass media aren't real either come to think of it...
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Anyone realize yet putting the Executive Branch exclusively in charge of law enforcement and the military was a really dumb idea?
January 16, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Anyone realize yet putting the Executive Branch exclusively in charge of law enforcement and the military was a really dumb idea?
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Dating from around 1865, this hooded parka from the Aleutian Islands in southern Alaska is made from seal intestines, a naturally waterproof & windproof material. Both robust & decorative, these seal gut parkas would have been used daily to keep warm & dry in this harsh environment.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Dating from around 1865, this hooded parka from the Aleutian Islands in southern Alaska is made from seal intestines, a naturally waterproof & windproof material. Both robust & decorative, these seal gut parkas would have been used daily to keep warm & dry in this harsh environment.
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Just sharing something completely normal and not at all stressful or disturbing. My cat thinking he's hidden under a piece of paper.
January 16, 2026 at 5:08 AM
Just sharing something completely normal and not at all stressful or disturbing. My cat thinking he's hidden under a piece of paper.
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If you need assistance with the federal government, give my Pasadena office a call at 626-304-0110. My office has delivered results for people across our district.
January 16, 2026 at 1:26 AM
If you need assistance with the federal government, give my Pasadena office a call at 626-304-0110. My office has delivered results for people across our district.
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When Fascism came to America, no one crawled on their bellies and kissed the boot more willingly than those who once defiantly shouted "Don't Tread On Me!"
January 16, 2026 at 1:10 PM
When Fascism came to America, no one crawled on their bellies and kissed the boot more willingly than those who once defiantly shouted "Don't Tread On Me!"
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Watched hoomom shovel snow today. Exhausted. Stay warm. Sleep well. Love you all. Hugs ,💤💙💤
January 16, 2026 at 12:43 AM
Watched hoomom shovel snow today. Exhausted. Stay warm. Sleep well. Love you all. Hugs ,💤💙💤
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This is true.
RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES!
RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES!
January 15, 2026 at 5:53 PM
This is true.
RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES!
RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES!
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A very embarrassing day for the world
January 15, 2026 at 9:29 PM
A very embarrassing day for the world
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Federal judge denies qualified immunity to LAPD officers who shot unarmed man. "The July 18, 2022, shooting followed a dispatch call describing [Jermaine] Petit as a transient carrying a stick and lighting trash on fire in a residential neighborhood." www.courthousenews.com/judge-reject...
Judge rejects qualified immunity for LAPD officers in Jermaine Petit shooting
“Decisions well before this shooting put it beyond debate that use of deadly force in these circumstances, where the suspect does not directly threaten the officer or others and just continues walking...
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January 16, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Federal judge denies qualified immunity to LAPD officers who shot unarmed man. "The July 18, 2022, shooting followed a dispatch call describing [Jermaine] Petit as a transient carrying a stick and lighting trash on fire in a residential neighborhood." www.courthousenews.com/judge-reject...
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Why do ICE agents carry guns?
Not one single report of them being shot at!!
Not one single story about apprehending anyone with a gun!!
Take the weapons away from the untrained, unrestrained, incompetent agents. Do it for public safety.
Not one single report of them being shot at!!
Not one single story about apprehending anyone with a gun!!
Take the weapons away from the untrained, unrestrained, incompetent agents. Do it for public safety.
January 15, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Why do ICE agents carry guns?
Not one single report of them being shot at!!
Not one single story about apprehending anyone with a gun!!
Take the weapons away from the untrained, unrestrained, incompetent agents. Do it for public safety.
Not one single report of them being shot at!!
Not one single story about apprehending anyone with a gun!!
Take the weapons away from the untrained, unrestrained, incompetent agents. Do it for public safety.
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Pritzker: The Insurrection Act is designed for circumstances where your rights can’t be protected by local authorities
This is exactly the opposite.
Your civil rights are being infringed upon by CBP and ICE, and then they want to call in troops claiming that they’re protecting CBP and ICE.
This is exactly the opposite.
Your civil rights are being infringed upon by CBP and ICE, and then they want to call in troops claiming that they’re protecting CBP and ICE.
January 15, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Pritzker: The Insurrection Act is designed for circumstances where your rights can’t be protected by local authorities
This is exactly the opposite.
Your civil rights are being infringed upon by CBP and ICE, and then they want to call in troops claiming that they’re protecting CBP and ICE.
This is exactly the opposite.
Your civil rights are being infringed upon by CBP and ICE, and then they want to call in troops claiming that they’re protecting CBP and ICE.
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Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis was shot and injured as federal law enforcement attempted to arrest him during a “targeted traffic stop,” DHS said.
Authorities Identify Venezuelan Migrant Shot In Minneapolis By Federal Law Enforcement
Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis was shot and injured as federal law enforcement attempted to arrest him during a “targeted traffic stop,” DHS said.
www.forbes.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis was shot and injured as federal law enforcement attempted to arrest him during a “targeted traffic stop,” DHS said.
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Trump isn't just a pedophile protector. He is a pedophile who (allegedly) brutally raped little kids. If Sascha Riley is to be believed, he tortured and killed too. GET HIM OUT OF THE WH IMMEDIATELY BEFORE WWIII BREAKS OUT.
January 16, 2026 at 12:57 AM
Trump isn't just a pedophile protector. He is a pedophile who (allegedly) brutally raped little kids. If Sascha Riley is to be believed, he tortured and killed too. GET HIM OUT OF THE WH IMMEDIATELY BEFORE WWIII BREAKS OUT.
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This shouldn't require saying, but we highlight polls at a time like this because 1) it's heartening to see the American people rejecting fascism, which inspires more to join; and 2) because Ds are under pressure from certain quarters NOT to engage, so we need to let them know what the people want.
January 15, 2026 at 10:43 PM
This shouldn't require saying, but we highlight polls at a time like this because 1) it's heartening to see the American people rejecting fascism, which inspires more to join; and 2) because Ds are under pressure from certain quarters NOT to engage, so we need to let them know what the people want.
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I’m seeing posts from people (outside of MN) about how US citizens should carry their passports.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
January 16, 2026 at 12:17 AM
I’m seeing posts from people (outside of MN) about how US citizens should carry their passports.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
And let me say that *inside* MN, we are calmly responding to requests with: “No, I don’t have to show you any documentation.”
Because that’s how you protect everyone, regardless of immigration status.
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How short our memories are that we forgot NATO forces patrolling our skies, during 9/11 Keeping us safe while we mourned our losses.
Mike H
Mike H
January 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
How short our memories are that we forgot NATO forces patrolling our skies, during 9/11 Keeping us safe while we mourned our losses.
Mike H
Mike H
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For years I have preached that the 2nd Amendment is not going to save anyone from real tyranny because it would involve going against the military, which has MUCH bigger and better weapons. And that is also my friends why I am not real keen on a revolution unless there is NO other choice.
January 15, 2026 at 4:56 PM
For years I have preached that the 2nd Amendment is not going to save anyone from real tyranny because it would involve going against the military, which has MUCH bigger and better weapons. And that is also my friends why I am not real keen on a revolution unless there is NO other choice.
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This follows agents gassing a man, trying to evacuated his home, with small children as gas was getting into his home. It also seeped into the car as flash bangs & tear gas were launched at the vehicle. A 6 mo old baby was struggling to breathe, ambulance denied.
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January 15, 2026 at 8:09 PM
This follows agents gassing a man, trying to evacuated his home, with small children as gas was getting into his home. It also seeped into the car as flash bangs & tear gas were launched at the vehicle. A 6 mo old baby was struggling to breathe, ambulance denied.
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