Karl DEFEND DEMOCRACY Bunday 🇺🇸 🗽 🇺🇦 🇹🇼
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A campaign volunteer for a progressive legislative candidate invited me to Bluesky (joined 5 July 2023 user 264,507). Our candidate won.
My main goal in microblogging networks is to promote democratic values and protect rule of law and civil rights for all.
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My main goal in microblogging networks is to promote democratic values and protect rule of law and civil rights for all.
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Minnesotans didn’t ask for Kristi Noem to have a camera crew follow her around while masked ICE agents harass our neighbors like it’s some sick and twisted reality show.
January 6, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Minnesotans didn’t ask for Kristi Noem to have a camera crew follow her around while masked ICE agents harass our neighbors like it’s some sick and twisted reality show.
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Damn straight.
January 6, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Damn straight.
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The insurrection forever changed the course of American history. Right-wing extremism has further become a threat since January 6th.
That day serves as a reminder: Democracy isn't just a suggestion. Protecting it is fundamental to preserving the integrity of the nation.
That day serves as a reminder: Democracy isn't just a suggestion. Protecting it is fundamental to preserving the integrity of the nation.
January 6, 2026 at 7:42 PM
The insurrection forever changed the course of American history. Right-wing extremism has further become a threat since January 6th.
That day serves as a reminder: Democracy isn't just a suggestion. Protecting it is fundamental to preserving the integrity of the nation.
That day serves as a reminder: Democracy isn't just a suggestion. Protecting it is fundamental to preserving the integrity of the nation.
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The Feds targeted Los Angeles, Portland, Chicago…now it's unfortunately Minnesotans turn (2000 more agents being sent here..more than the state police and Mpls PD combined).
Good time for people to review their rights.
www.ilcm.org/category/immigra...
Good time for people to review their rights.
www.ilcm.org/category/immigra...
Know Your Rights Archives - Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
www.ilcm.org
January 6, 2026 at 7:59 PM
The Feds targeted Los Angeles, Portland, Chicago…now it's unfortunately Minnesotans turn (2000 more agents being sent here..more than the state police and Mpls PD combined).
Good time for people to review their rights.
www.ilcm.org/category/immigra...
Good time for people to review their rights.
www.ilcm.org/category/immigra...
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I couldn't pick a paragraph to pull-quote because they're all so damn good
Opinion | It’s time to pause the I-94 project
Despite years of community engagement work through the "Rethinking I-94" project, MnDOT plans to rebuild the interstate more or less as it is today. A new vision is needed, Mary Morse Marti writes.
www.startribune.com
January 6, 2026 at 8:56 PM
I couldn't pick a paragraph to pull-quote because they're all so damn good
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Trump’s lies led to Jan. 6. His pardons of violent extremists condoned attacks on democracy and political violence.
Republicans who refuse to condemn it are choosing power over democracy. We must preserve our history honestly. Our democracy only survives if we defend it.
Republicans who refuse to condemn it are choosing power over democracy. We must preserve our history honestly. Our democracy only survives if we defend it.
January 6, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Trump’s lies led to Jan. 6. His pardons of violent extremists condoned attacks on democracy and political violence.
Republicans who refuse to condemn it are choosing power over democracy. We must preserve our history honestly. Our democracy only survives if we defend it.
Republicans who refuse to condemn it are choosing power over democracy. We must preserve our history honestly. Our democracy only survives if we defend it.
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The cutting-edge medical and public health research done in Minnesota has saved and improved countless lives. Minnesota is widely recognized as a national leader in conducting medical research, and that’s a tremendous point of pride for our state.
January 6, 2026 at 9:07 PM
The cutting-edge medical and public health research done in Minnesota has saved and improved countless lives. Minnesota is widely recognized as a national leader in conducting medical research, and that’s a tremendous point of pride for our state.
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We can't change the past, but we can always change the future, if we all stay engaged and informed.
January 6, 2026 at 9:37 PM
We can't change the past, but we can always change the future, if we all stay engaged and informed.
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How it started (yesterday), how it's going (today).
You'll notice AltNPS doesn't acknowledge that Hilton's backpedal was public knowledge several hours before they posted their initial praise.
You'll notice AltNPS doesn't acknowledge that Hilton's backpedal was public knowledge several hours before they posted their initial praise.
January 6, 2026 at 10:28 PM
How it started (yesterday), how it's going (today).
You'll notice AltNPS doesn't acknowledge that Hilton's backpedal was public knowledge several hours before they posted their initial praise.
You'll notice AltNPS doesn't acknowledge that Hilton's backpedal was public knowledge several hours before they posted their initial praise.
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Let’s not forget J6ers who Trump pardoned were re-arrested for committing murder, sexual assault and soliciting minors.
January 6, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Let’s not forget J6ers who Trump pardoned were re-arrested for committing murder, sexual assault and soliciting minors.
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January 6, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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A heck of a chart: in every single one of the 10 major US cities that built the most housing between 2017 and 2023, rents for older, existing units fell—often by quite a bit.
January 6, 2026 at 5:18 PM
A heck of a chart: in every single one of the 10 major US cities that built the most housing between 2017 and 2023, rents for older, existing units fell—often by quite a bit.
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If you feel like you're losing your mind as this administration plays footsy with the idea of INVADING GREENLAND, then you're not alone.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
TAPPER: Can you rule out the US is going to take Greenland by force?
MILLER: Greenland should be part of the US. By what right does Denmark assert control over Greenland? The US is the power of NATO
T: So force is on the table?
M: Nobody is gonna fight the US militarily over future of Greenland
MILLER: Greenland should be part of the US. By what right does Denmark assert control over Greenland? The US is the power of NATO
T: So force is on the table?
M: Nobody is gonna fight the US militarily over future of Greenland
January 6, 2026 at 5:31 PM
If you feel like you're losing your mind as this administration plays footsy with the idea of INVADING GREENLAND, then you're not alone.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
Let me be clear: America will NOT invade a NATO ally. My Republican colleagues need to join me in making that crystal clear.
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I've been calling out Yarvin for ~15 years, and people used to think *I* was crazy for describing these guys' vision for destroying the federal government & disenfranchising voters. When he came after me personally (the blog post is still up!), people backed away saying they "didn't want drama". So.
often see curtis yarvin's name online. only thing i know about him is that he looks like this dog
January 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
I've been calling out Yarvin for ~15 years, and people used to think *I* was crazy for describing these guys' vision for destroying the federal government & disenfranchising voters. When he came after me personally (the blog post is still up!), people backed away saying they "didn't want drama". So.
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Tim Walz is such a good and decent man. And seeing what has been done to him stirs a rage in me so strong that I can’t really grapple with it at times. I only know one way forward which is a promise to use that rage to bring about change and a return to decency.
Walz: "This is a concerted effort to try to destroy the president's opponents, to destroy the rule of law. And it became apparent to me that he was going to do that with me being there, and I just feel along with my family that it's the best decision for Minnesota."
January 6, 2026 at 6:12 PM
Tim Walz is such a good and decent man. And seeing what has been done to him stirs a rage in me so strong that I can’t really grapple with it at times. I only know one way forward which is a promise to use that rage to bring about change and a return to decency.
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It's becoming standard procedure across all news media to explicitly not mention in the obituary of a Republican member of congress that they voted on Jan. 6, 2021 to overturn the election
BREAKING: Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California has died at 65, GOP officials say. His death reduces the party's control of the House to 218-213.
Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California dies, reducing GOP's narrow control of the House to 218-213
Republican seven-term U.S. congressman Doug LaMalfa of California has died, reducing the GOP's already narrow control of the House.
bit.ly
January 6, 2026 at 6:59 PM
It's becoming standard procedure across all news media to explicitly not mention in the obituary of a Republican member of congress that they voted on Jan. 6, 2021 to overturn the election
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Jared Kushner has somehow found a place at Coalition of the Willing press conference with Scholz, Zelensky, Macron, Starmer and Witkoff.
Kushner has no official position in the US government.
Kushner has no official position in the US government.
January 6, 2026 at 7:14 PM
Jared Kushner has somehow found a place at Coalition of the Willing press conference with Scholz, Zelensky, Macron, Starmer and Witkoff.
Kushner has no official position in the US government.
Kushner has no official position in the US government.
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trump did january 6th. republicans did january 6th. violent traitors did january 6th. they stormed the capitol, destroyed the building and threatened to kill members of congress. ashli babbitt was a violent insurrectionist. the capitol police protected people. these are truths we need to repeat.
January 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM
trump did january 6th. republicans did january 6th. violent traitors did january 6th. they stormed the capitol, destroyed the building and threatened to kill members of congress. ashli babbitt was a violent insurrectionist. the capitol police protected people. these are truths we need to repeat.
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Don't let this Jan 6th point get lost:
Jack Smith testified to Congress he had "proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in a criminal scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 election."
In other words, he could prove in court that Trump attempted a coup.
Jack Smith testified to Congress he had "proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in a criminal scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 election."
In other words, he could prove in court that Trump attempted a coup.
January 6, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Don't let this Jan 6th point get lost:
Jack Smith testified to Congress he had "proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in a criminal scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 election."
In other words, he could prove in court that Trump attempted a coup.
Jack Smith testified to Congress he had "proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in a criminal scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 election."
In other words, he could prove in court that Trump attempted a coup.
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they are completely serious about this and may legitimately shatter every post-WW2 relationship with Europe over trying to take over an island that wants nothing to do with us
*TRUMP AND TEAM DISCUSSING OPTIONS TO ACQUIRE GREENLAND: REUTERS
Reuters heads:
TRUMP AND HIS TEAM ARE DISCUSSING A RANGE OF OPTIONS FOR ACQUIRING GREENLAND AND 'UTILIZING THE US MILITARY IS ALWAYS AN OPTION'- WHITE HOUSE STATEMENT
Reuters heads:
TRUMP AND HIS TEAM ARE DISCUSSING A RANGE OF OPTIONS FOR ACQUIRING GREENLAND AND 'UTILIZING THE US MILITARY IS ALWAYS AN OPTION'- WHITE HOUSE STATEMENT
January 6, 2026 at 8:50 PM
they are completely serious about this and may legitimately shatter every post-WW2 relationship with Europe over trying to take over an island that wants nothing to do with us
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WHOA: Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) stands next to image of Jan 6 plaque on Senate floor.. and is noting the pardoned rioters who have been arrested again
Tillis: "We let bad people go"
Re: plaque Tillis says he'll seek unanimous consent to get approval for THIS version of plaque to be hung
Tillis: "We let bad people go"
Re: plaque Tillis says he'll seek unanimous consent to get approval for THIS version of plaque to be hung
January 6, 2026 at 9:15 PM
WHOA: Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) stands next to image of Jan 6 plaque on Senate floor.. and is noting the pardoned rioters who have been arrested again
Tillis: "We let bad people go"
Re: plaque Tillis says he'll seek unanimous consent to get approval for THIS version of plaque to be hung
Tillis: "We let bad people go"
Re: plaque Tillis says he'll seek unanimous consent to get approval for THIS version of plaque to be hung
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If you're writing 1800 words about how we failed to account for January 6 and DON'T mention SCOTUS (particularly if you're comparing with Brazil) or impeachment, you're simply doing propaganda for the GOP.
January 6, 2026 at 6:52 PM
If you're writing 1800 words about how we failed to account for January 6 and DON'T mention SCOTUS (particularly if you're comparing with Brazil) or impeachment, you're simply doing propaganda for the GOP.
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