Amy Siskind
@amysiskind.com
Activist, and author of @TheWeeklyList & podcast.
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Amy Siskind
@amysiskind.com
· Oct 11
Hi everyone,
I am trying to post content here, but a lot of my stuff goes beyond the character limit and isn’t practical.
If you want to follow me, pls find me on Facebook. I have a huge and very engaged community there of like-minded people. I think you will enjoy it.
I will continue to try here.
I am trying to post content here, but a lot of my stuff goes beyond the character limit and isn’t practical.
If you want to follow me, pls find me on Facebook. I have a huge and very engaged community there of like-minded people. I think you will enjoy it.
I will continue to try here.
This powerful PSA by Epstein survivors will be aired on the Super Bowl tonight.
February 8, 2026 at 6:19 PM
This powerful PSA by Epstein survivors will be aired on the Super Bowl tonight.
The entire Olympic stadium boos JD Vance. What an international embarrassment!
February 6, 2026 at 11:40 PM
The entire Olympic stadium boos JD Vance. What an international embarrassment!
Three time Trump voter apologizes for voting for him:
“I’m looking at this awful picture of the Obamas. What an embarrassment to our country. All this man does is tell lies. He is not worthy of the presidency.”
“I’m looking at this awful picture of the Obamas. What an embarrassment to our country. All this man does is tell lies. He is not worthy of the presidency.”
February 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Three time Trump voter apologizes for voting for him:
“I’m looking at this awful picture of the Obamas. What an embarrassment to our country. All this man does is tell lies. He is not worthy of the presidency.”
“I’m looking at this awful picture of the Obamas. What an embarrassment to our country. All this man does is tell lies. He is not worthy of the presidency.”
OMG 🤦🏻♀️ Trump wants to rename New York’s Penn Station and Washington’s Dulles International Airport after himself in exchange for releasing federal funding. Who can support this man! For heaven’s sake!
February 6, 2026 at 12:10 AM
OMG 🤦🏻♀️ Trump wants to rename New York’s Penn Station and Washington’s Dulles International Airport after himself in exchange for releasing federal funding. Who can support this man! For heaven’s sake!
The number of bombshell stories this week was startling! So much so, the Epstein file release, which largely shielded Trump, seemed like a distraction. We cover all you need to know!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Episode 65 - A Week of Remarkable, Extraordinary and Unprecedented Actions, as Trump Struggles to Maintain Control
Catch up on the themes from Week 65's list in an easy listen!
open.substack.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The number of bombshell stories this week was startling! So much so, the Epstein file release, which largely shielded Trump, seemed like a distraction. We cover all you need to know!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
A victory for Democrats - andTrump's plan to cheat once again backfiring: the Supreme Court will not hear the challenge to California's Prop 50. It stands!
www.npr.org/2026/02/04/n...
www.npr.org/2026/02/04/n...
The Supreme Court lets California use its new, Democratic-friendly congressional map
The Supreme Court has cleared the way for California to use its new congressional map for this year's midterm election. Voters approved it as a Democratic counterresponse to Texas' new GOP-friendly ma...
www.npr.org
February 4, 2026 at 9:07 PM
A victory for Democrats - andTrump's plan to cheat once again backfiring: the Supreme Court will not hear the challenge to California's Prop 50. It stands!
www.npr.org/2026/02/04/n...
www.npr.org/2026/02/04/n...
This week Trump understand the reality of his loss in public standing, and threatens to take over elections. The Epstein files, Minneapolis, a failing economy, and so much more. Catch up on all you missed in the chaos!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Week 65 — The Return
A week of noteworthy stories that mark threats to our democracy
open.substack.com
February 4, 2026 at 8:58 PM
This week Trump understand the reality of his loss in public standing, and threatens to take over elections. The Epstein files, Minneapolis, a failing economy, and so much more. Catch up on all you missed in the chaos!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
ETTD. He’s shutting down the Kennedy Center amid a series of cancellations and internal upheaval since he took over.
www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...
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Trump plans to close Kennedy Center for about two years, starting in July
President Donald Trump said Sunday that the Kennedy Center could temporarily close for roughly two years to undergo construction.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 2, 2026 at 12:11 AM
ETTD. He’s shutting down the Kennedy Center amid a series of cancellations and internal upheaval since he took over.
www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...
www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...
Democrats win Texas SD-09 by 57-43, a district Trump won by 17 points in 2024, despite Trump and Republicans pushing to get out GOP voters. AMERICA HAS HAD IT!!!
February 1, 2026 at 12:57 PM
Democrats win Texas SD-09 by 57-43, a district Trump won by 17 points in 2024, despite Trump and Republicans pushing to get out GOP voters. AMERICA HAS HAD IT!!!
I wrote about four alarming escalations that are major threats to our democracy, and deserve our collective attention amid the chaos!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Four Alarming Escalations in Minnesota
These broken norms deserve our attention!
open.substack.com
January 31, 2026 at 4:15 PM
I wrote about four alarming escalations that are major threats to our democracy, and deserve our collective attention amid the chaos!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Warsh is also mentioned in the Epstein files, so Trump has something over him if he does not cooperate. The timing of that partial release is pretty uncanny.
January 31, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Warsh is also mentioned in the Epstein files, so Trump has something over him if he does not cooperate. The timing of that partial release is pretty uncanny.
Hundreds of people stand on a frozen lake in Minneapolis in a formation that spells out “SOS” in protest of ICE.
(Credit: David Guttenfelder/NYT)
(Credit: David Guttenfelder/NYT)
January 31, 2026 at 3:06 AM
Hundreds of people stand on a frozen lake in Minneapolis in a formation that spells out “SOS” in protest of ICE.
(Credit: David Guttenfelder/NYT)
(Credit: David Guttenfelder/NYT)
ICE Begins Warehouse-Buying Spree in Small Towns
To use as detention centers. This is alarming!
I gifted this so you can read it
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
To use as detention centers. This is alarming!
I gifted this so you can read it
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
January 30, 2026 at 7:31 PM
ICE Begins Warehouse-Buying Spree in Small Towns
To use as detention centers. This is alarming!
I gifted this so you can read it
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
To use as detention centers. This is alarming!
I gifted this so you can read it
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
OMG, the cruelty!
Maher's son, who had lived in Texas for decades, and who had been the primary caregiver for 24/7 died after ICE swept him up. Now ICE denied him from attending his son's funeral. How do these people live with themselves?!
people.com/ice-denies-d...
Maher's son, who had lived in Texas for decades, and who had been the primary caregiver for 24/7 died after ICE swept him up. Now ICE denied him from attending his son's funeral. How do these people live with themselves?!
people.com/ice-denies-d...
ICE Denies Detainee's Request to Attend His Son's Funeral, Attorney Says
Maher Tarabishi was the primary caretaker of his son, Wael Tarabishi, 30, who died on Friday, Jan. 23, from complications related to Pompe disease.
people.com
January 30, 2026 at 3:14 PM
OMG, the cruelty!
Maher's son, who had lived in Texas for decades, and who had been the primary caregiver for 24/7 died after ICE swept him up. Now ICE denied him from attending his son's funeral. How do these people live with themselves?!
people.com/ice-denies-d...
Maher's son, who had lived in Texas for decades, and who had been the primary caregiver for 24/7 died after ICE swept him up. Now ICE denied him from attending his son's funeral. How do these people live with themselves?!
people.com/ice-denies-d...
So much for de-escalating! This is pathetic and a violation of the first amendment. I hope there is loud condemnation, including from Republicans and other journalists. abcnews.go.com/US/don-lemon...
Former CNN journalist Don Lemon arrested in connection with Minnesota protest: Sources
Journalist Don Lemon has been arrested in connection with an incident several weeks ago in which anti-ICE protesters disrupted a service at a Minnesota church.
abcnews.go.com
January 30, 2026 at 1:44 PM
So much for de-escalating! This is pathetic and a violation of the first amendment. I hope there is loud condemnation, including from Republicans and other journalists. abcnews.go.com/US/don-lemon...
Trump is in freefall! He is losing Republicans too.
Pew Research finds his approval hit a new low,
37% approve, 61% disapprove
but only 73% of Republicans approve now, a new low.
Republicans have also lost confidence in Trump's mental fitness, respect for democratic values, and acts ethically.
Pew Research finds his approval hit a new low,
37% approve, 61% disapprove
but only 73% of Republicans approve now, a new low.
Republicans have also lost confidence in Trump's mental fitness, respect for democratic values, and acts ethically.
January 29, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Trump is in freefall! He is losing Republicans too.
Pew Research finds his approval hit a new low,
37% approve, 61% disapprove
but only 73% of Republicans approve now, a new low.
Republicans have also lost confidence in Trump's mental fitness, respect for democratic values, and acts ethically.
Pew Research finds his approval hit a new low,
37% approve, 61% disapprove
but only 73% of Republicans approve now, a new low.
Republicans have also lost confidence in Trump's mental fitness, respect for democratic values, and acts ethically.
I just want to say good job to us all on punishing Elon Musk! Tesla is discontinuing two models and drastically cutting back on its consumer facing car business to refocus elsewhere. His little dalliance being a MAGA piggy bank truly damaged his brand!
January 29, 2026 at 9:53 PM
I just want to say good job to us all on punishing Elon Musk! Tesla is discontinuing two models and drastically cutting back on its consumer facing car business to refocus elsewhere. His little dalliance being a MAGA piggy bank truly damaged his brand!
In Episode 64 of The Weekly List podcast, a new iconic Bruce Springsteen song, “Streets of Minneapolis,” captures this moment. A chaotic week, with so much happening! Catch up on all you missed.
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Episode 64 - Time Stood Still for a Country Struggling to Make Sense of What We Have Become
Catch up on the themes from Week 64's list in an easy listen!
open.substack.com
January 29, 2026 at 3:10 PM
In Episode 64 of The Weekly List podcast, a new iconic Bruce Springsteen song, “Streets of Minneapolis,” captures this moment. A chaotic week, with so much happening! Catch up on all you missed.
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Good news for anyone hoping to see "Melania" on its opening night: at our local theater, every seat is still available. 🤣😂
January 28, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Good news for anyone hoping to see "Melania" on its opening night: at our local theater, every seat is still available. 🤣😂
What happened to Greenland? This week Trump lost control of the narrative, amid a tragedy that has rocked the country. We cover changes in the world order, federal agencies degrading, and more. Catch up on all you missed, in the LONGEST list of broken norms so far!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Week 64 - The Return
What happened to Greenland? Trump loses control of the narrative.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:30 PM
What happened to Greenland? This week Trump lost control of the narrative, amid a tragedy that has rocked the country. We cover changes in the world order, federal agencies degrading, and more. Catch up on all you missed, in the LONGEST list of broken norms so far!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
This week on the podcast we explore the important stories that did not get enough coverage, amid Trump’s escalation in Minnesota and against Greenland, and how Trump is operating now with no rhyme or reason, and what that means.
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Episode 63 - Trump Escalates at Home and Abroad, With No Rhyme or Reason
Catch up on the themes from Week 63's list in an easy listen!
open.substack.com
January 22, 2026 at 3:13 PM
This week on the podcast we explore the important stories that did not get enough coverage, amid Trump’s escalation in Minnesota and against Greenland, and how Trump is operating now with no rhyme or reason, and what that means.
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
This week marked renewed escalation by Trump and his regime, both internationally and at home. Nothing feels safe or stable. One pollster found that 71% of Americans said the country feels out of control. Catch up on all you need to know!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Week 63 - The Return
Trump escalates conflicts at home and abroad
open.substack.com
January 21, 2026 at 8:28 PM
This week marked renewed escalation by Trump and his regime, both internationally and at home. Nothing feels safe or stable. One pollster found that 71% of Americans said the country feels out of control. Catch up on all you need to know!
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
open.substack.com/pub/theweekl...
Enjoy Trump getting booed non-stop yesterday at the Washington-Detroit NFL game 😂😅
January 18, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Enjoy Trump getting booed non-stop yesterday at the Washington-Detroit NFL game 😂😅
