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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 1d

I don’t like the language or assumption that a CBDC is a “public” option as many, particularly in media and western governments/politicians, are proposing.

It’s not about the public (the people). It’s a government surveillance and control option.

Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 6d

If the government ceases to be by the people for the people

Then let’s move on from it. I’m not sure I can still share Ezra Klein’s optimism of hope for good governance. Happy to be proven wrong…but the incentives aren’t there.

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 16d

New piece via Liberal Ground on Free Speech! Thanks to my friend Logan for answering my questions on legal/constitutional questions around free speech!

Read the article and subscribe today 🔗⬇️

liberalground.com/p/free-speech

Free Speech - What it is, and Why It Matters

From hate speech to misinformation, government abuse and private industry decisions, we break down what is and isn't free speech...and why it matters.

liberalground.com

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 20d

At least make it look good. This is the fugliest statue I’ve ever seen

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 21d

I think it’s a privileged Bluesky position to think Harris lost & Trump won bc Americans were bored and wanted a show. (Saw that in comments)

It was the culmination of lots of things, but the lies and hypocrisy of Biden admin/mental decline, and the talking down from Dems, plus economy/immigration

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 22d

liberalground.com

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 22d

Yes, capitalist economic system

Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 22d

I will continue to work on and advocate for bitcoin and freedom tech, while also wading into political waters and fight for a new left of center approach to our broken, and extremely partisan politics and society.

The moment is now

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 22d

My first piece is live. You can find it here and subscribe (liberalground.com domain coming soon)

open.substack.com/pub/ktreywal...

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 22d

Today I’m launching Liberal Ground, a publication (and beyond) where I will reflect and write about culture, society and politics, with an appeal to rebuild the sane and moderate left, and find unity and common ground in liberal values - the foundation of America

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 25d

I really think you’re gonna like the vibes here then

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Pod Save America @podsaveamerica.crooked.com · 26d

We have to hold to liberal values and principles, especially when it’s hard.

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 26d

When you turn a blind eye to one, you’re insinuating you’re ok with some forms of political violence and not others.

We must reject *all* instances of political violence

Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 26d

We must examine these issues to their core when they happen.

Just as we do for right wing extremism or any other forms of extremism.

But it’s hypocritical to call it out in one instance and turn a blind eye in another.

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 26d

That *does not* mean we do not vehemently criticize a group of people, ideology, or reaction (in this case many on the left cheering Charlie’s assassination).

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 26d

No one single political ideology in the United States holds a monopoly on political violence.

Anyone suggesting otherwise is not a person to be taken seriously. And if you’re a politician or in media, do better.

Our liberal democracy depends on it.

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 28d

As Charlie Kirk fought for and used his first amendment free speech rights (which he never should have been punished for with murder, insanity!) anyone has a right to use free speech.

Not just your supporters, Mr. Trump.

Speech is not responsible for violence. It’s a protected 1st amendment right

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 28d

Trump: "For years those on the radical left have compared wonderful Americans like Charlie to Nazis. This kind of rhetoric is directly responsible for the terrorism we're seeing in our country & it must stop right now. My admin will find each and every one of those who contributed to this atrocity"

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Evan @evan.best · 28d

When things get bad and they start disabling cell towers to quell protests, make sure you’ve already installed Bitchat. bitchat.free

bitchat

bitchat.free

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · 28d

Violence continues to get absolutely out of hand in this country. I don’t care what political camp you’re from. And if you’re from the left and this is how you chose to combat those you disagree with…fuck you.

Enough! Hope Charlie is ok.

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John Scott-Railton @jsrailton.bsky.social · 29d

Powerful interests are trying to change the internet.

It's worse than you know.

Your safety and freedoms are on the line.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz_8...

Exposing Pegasus: How the State Spies on You | John Scott-Railton

YouTube video by What Bitcoin Did

www.youtube.com

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · Sep 9

This photo is the bane of my existence. Most of you on this site probably hate and associate bitcoin with Trump, MAGA, and billionaires turning their backs on democracy.

I don’t blame you. And yet, Bitcoin as freedom and resistance money the state can’t control is the antithesis to Trump

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · Sep 9

Why would anyone support an administration that wants to cover up pedophile rings, war mongering, sending troops on its streets against citizens , indiscriminate ICE raids (including American citizens), state capitalism forcing tariffs (tax on citizens), and shitcoin corruption?

Wake up

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · Sep 7

Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · Sep 6

There is a legit stronger negative reaction (even among many democrats) to Mamdani than to Trump

Critique his policies and ideas if you want, but to ignore Trump’s antics against democratic norms, his pro state capitalism and fascist tendencies…?

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Trey Walsh @trey.progressivebitcoiner.org · Sep 6

“Bitcoin is resistance money!!”

Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · Sep 6

A perfect afternoon in Astoria.

Bernie Sanders, Zohran Mamdani and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in a restaurant.

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