Vickie
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ICE raided a James Beard award winning restaurant & because the chef/owner was prepared, left emptyhanded:
December 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
ICE raided a James Beard award winning restaurant & because the chef/owner was prepared, left emptyhanded:
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European reaction to the new American national strategy document
The headline, the main takeaway from a European viewpoint is this:
The transatlantic relationship as we know it is over. Yes, we kinda knew this. But this is now official US White House policy. Not a sppech, not a statement. The West as it used to be no longer exists.
The transatlantic relationship as we know it is over. Yes, we kinda knew this. But this is now official US White House policy. Not a sppech, not a statement. The West as it used to be no longer exists.
December 5, 2025 at 11:47 AM
European reaction to the new American national strategy document
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The new National Security Strategy is a propaganda document, designed to be widely read. It is also a performative suicide. Hard to think of another great power ever abdicating its influence so quickly and so publicly. It will be worth following the reactions around the world, not just in Europe.
Trump's national security strategy is out and some of the Europe sections are shocking. "...the growing influence of patriotic European parties indeed
gives cause for great optimism."
www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/u...
gives cause for great optimism."
www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/u...
December 5, 2025 at 12:17 PM
The new National Security Strategy is a propaganda document, designed to be widely read. It is also a performative suicide. Hard to think of another great power ever abdicating its influence so quickly and so publicly. It will be worth following the reactions around the world, not just in Europe.
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ATTN GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES: The VA sent out an announcement with a link for employees to self-report their disabilities. I wouldn’t do this if I were you. They’ll likely use it to discriminate against you.
December 3, 2025 at 9:06 PM
ATTN GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES: The VA sent out an announcement with a link for employees to self-report their disabilities. I wouldn’t do this if I were you. They’ll likely use it to discriminate against you.
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They're putting Grok in charge of national security investigations. What could go wrong?
Dan Bongino just posted a list of shitty things (like shifting FBI away fr public and corruption to hunting migrants, releasing details of criminal investigations and lying about what they show, and eliminating diversity) that he's proud of.
One of them is putting AI in charge of NatSec.
Alarming!
One of them is putting AI in charge of NatSec.
Alarming!
December 3, 2025 at 3:47 PM
They're putting Grok in charge of national security investigations. What could go wrong?
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Meet the new Deputy Chief of Staff at the CDC.
December 3, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Meet the new Deputy Chief of Staff at the CDC.
Consider supporting NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts for this Giving Tuesday. And check out what Post Malone did there: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCck...
Post Malone: Tiny Desk Concert
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December 3, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Consider supporting NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts for this Giving Tuesday. And check out what Post Malone did there: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCck...
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It's great that reporting on the double tap has spotlighted the abject criminality of this Administration.
But don't forget: Venezuela is not waging war on America or Americans, and the men killed were not combatants.
The first strike was every bit as illegal as the second.
But don't forget: Venezuela is not waging war on America or Americans, and the men killed were not combatants.
The first strike was every bit as illegal as the second.
December 2, 2025 at 1:22 PM
It's great that reporting on the double tap has spotlighted the abject criminality of this Administration.
But don't forget: Venezuela is not waging war on America or Americans, and the men killed were not combatants.
The first strike was every bit as illegal as the second.
But don't forget: Venezuela is not waging war on America or Americans, and the men killed were not combatants.
The first strike was every bit as illegal as the second.
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It’s Election Day in TN 7th District. Already, 84,356 people have cast their ballots early. If you haven’t voted yet, please make a plan to do so today!
December 2, 2025 at 1:22 PM
It’s Election Day in TN 7th District. Already, 84,356 people have cast their ballots early. If you haven’t voted yet, please make a plan to do so today!
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While "peace" negotiations continue, remember that Russia could simply stop the war at any time.
December 2, 2025 at 2:04 PM
While "peace" negotiations continue, remember that Russia could simply stop the war at any time.
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🚨TENNESSEE CD-07🚨
Today is Election Day!
Today is your last chance to vote for hope, health, & relief from high costs.
Vote for Aftyn Behn!
Polls are open 7am-7pm.
If you get in line before 7, stay in line!
Do not sit this out!
Elect Aftyn today!
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue #OneV1 #Pinks
Today is Election Day!
Today is your last chance to vote for hope, health, & relief from high costs.
Vote for Aftyn Behn!
Polls are open 7am-7pm.
If you get in line before 7, stay in line!
Do not sit this out!
Elect Aftyn today!
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue #OneV1 #Pinks
December 2, 2025 at 12:02 PM
🚨TENNESSEE CD-07🚨
Today is Election Day!
Today is your last chance to vote for hope, health, & relief from high costs.
Vote for Aftyn Behn!
Polls are open 7am-7pm.
If you get in line before 7, stay in line!
Do not sit this out!
Elect Aftyn today!
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue #OneV1 #Pinks
Today is Election Day!
Today is your last chance to vote for hope, health, & relief from high costs.
Vote for Aftyn Behn!
Polls are open 7am-7pm.
If you get in line before 7, stay in line!
Do not sit this out!
Elect Aftyn today!
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue #OneV1 #Pinks
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November 28, 2025
November 28, 2025
As Trump’s popularity continues to drop, the MAGA coalition shows signs of cracking, and Trump’s mental acuity slips, there is a frantic feel to the administration, as if Trump’s people are trying to ...
heathercoxrichardson.substack.com
November 29, 2025 at 7:32 AM
November 28, 2025
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In case you’re wondering why Pete Hegseth is freaking out about a congressional video reminding the military not to participate in illegal orders:
To put a finer point on this whole thing: "Two people with direct knowledge of the operation" — presumably uniformed military leaders — are accusing the U.S. Secretary of Defense of personally ordering specific war crimes. That's a historic accusation.
Textbook war crime/extrajudicial killing
"Two survivors were clinging to the smoldering wreck. The Special Operations commander overseeing the Sept. 2 attack ... ordered a second strike to comply with Hegseth’s instructions."
Report by @alexhorton.bsky.social @ellenwapo.bsky.social o.bsky.social
"Two survivors were clinging to the smoldering wreck. The Special Operations commander overseeing the Sept. 2 attack ... ordered a second strike to comply with Hegseth’s instructions."
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November 29, 2025 at 12:14 AM
In case you’re wondering why Pete Hegseth is freaking out about a congressional video reminding the military not to participate in illegal orders:
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Look forward to Bari Weiss asking "has identity politics gone too far?" while studiously ignoring the most virulent identity politics driving American government
A reminder for those who are not aware: "remigration" is the process of deporting all non-white people from a country. It includes citizens and is, by definition, ethnic cleansing.
And to be clear: this is not fake. I just screenshot it myself.
And to be clear: this is not fake. I just screenshot it myself.
November 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Look forward to Bari Weiss asking "has identity politics gone too far?" while studiously ignoring the most virulent identity politics driving American government
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Making it quicker and easier for chemicals to go through the EPA is “a pro-growth move,” Leclerc says. “But there’s definitely long-term safety implications.” www.wired.com/story/the-tr...
The Trump Administration’s Data Center Push Could Open the Door for New Forever Chemicals
The EPA is prioritizing review of new chemicals to be used in data centers. Experts say this could lead to the fast approval of new types of forever chemicals—with limited oversight.
www.wired.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Making it quicker and easier for chemicals to go through the EPA is “a pro-growth move,” Leclerc says. “But there’s definitely long-term safety implications.” www.wired.com/story/the-tr...
How many immigrants are in the US? manage.kmail-lists.com/subscription...
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November 25, 2025 at 12:05 PM
How many immigrants are in the US? manage.kmail-lists.com/subscription...
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The UW Center for an Informed Public is looking for postdocs (for 2026-2028) from across diverse disciplines whose research sheds light on the challenges of our modern information environment, promotes civic health, and/or helps people/communities navigate online spaces: apply.interfolio.com/177901
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November 24, 2025 at 6:26 PM
The UW Center for an Informed Public is looking for postdocs (for 2026-2028) from across diverse disciplines whose research sheds light on the challenges of our modern information environment, promotes civic health, and/or helps people/communities navigate online spaces: apply.interfolio.com/177901
"Tuberville’s inability to consolidate this middle in the raw data is not a trivial detail. It is the detail." www.alreporter.com/2025/11/20/a...
Analysis | Tuberville’s support looks strong—until you read the poll
Cygnal’s new poll claims Tuberville holds a commanding lead, but the unweighted data reveals weaker support and partisan-driven assumptions.
www.alreporter.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:29 PM
"Tuberville’s inability to consolidate this middle in the raw data is not a trivial detail. It is the detail." www.alreporter.com/2025/11/20/a...
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Free article:
How the Elite Behave When No One Is Watching: Inside the Epstein Emails
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/23/o...
How the Elite Behave When No One Is Watching: Inside the Epstein Emails
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/23/o...
Opinion | How the Elite Behave When No One Is Watching: Inside the Epstein Emails
www.nytimes.com
November 23, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Free article:
How the Elite Behave When No One Is Watching: Inside the Epstein Emails
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/23/o...
How the Elite Behave When No One Is Watching: Inside the Epstein Emails
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/23/o...
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This plan has been proposed, in our name, as a part of U.S. foreign policy. But it would not serve our economic or security interests. So whose interests would it serve? Which U.S. companies and which oligarchs would benefit? www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
The Murky Plan That Ensures a Future War
Who will benefit from the White House’s 28-point proposal for Ukraine?
www.theatlantic.com
November 23, 2025 at 5:16 PM
This plan has been proposed, in our name, as a part of U.S. foreign policy. But it would not serve our economic or security interests. So whose interests would it serve? Which U.S. companies and which oligarchs would benefit? www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...