Brian T
@briantodd.bsky.social
Husband, Father, Liberal, Swiftie and George Lakoff fan
I have my own thoughts on the ten votes that will probably end the filibuster, but I’m choosing not to join that echo chamber with the opposition. Antonia Scatton generously provided the script for whatever side we are on. We have no message discipline!
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Messaging the Shut Down
We don’t have to fight with each other. We’re ALL right.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:29 AM
I have my own thoughts on the ten votes that will probably end the filibuster, but I’m choosing not to join that echo chamber with the opposition. Antonia Scatton generously provided the script for whatever side we are on. We have no message discipline!
open.substack.com/pub/reframin...
open.substack.com/pub/reframin...
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I think 🤔 I see the problem.
October 30, 2025 at 10:15 PM
I think 🤔 I see the problem.
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It may become even more difficult in the days ahead but this message is to all the Democratic leaders - don’t back down. Stay strong! Many people’s lives are depending on you. Healthcare is already expensive in the US. It’s can’t get worse! #Staystrong!
October 3, 2025 at 2:25 PM
It may become even more difficult in the days ahead but this message is to all the Democratic leaders - don’t back down. Stay strong! Many people’s lives are depending on you. Healthcare is already expensive in the US. It’s can’t get worse! #Staystrong!
After watching the latest episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver re Disney bringing back Jimmy Kimmel, I think it’s time to reverse and resubscribe to Disney to encourage them to stand their ground and double down when pressured again.
September 24, 2025 at 9:41 PM
After watching the latest episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver re Disney bringing back Jimmy Kimmel, I think it’s time to reverse and resubscribe to Disney to encourage them to stand their ground and double down when pressured again.
So much for balls and strikes.
September 23, 2025 at 6:02 AM
So much for balls and strikes.
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MUST-WATCH: “When you live here it feels like a poor country— you’re so reasonable. They painted you in a bad light. It makes me angry.”
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
September 16, 2025 at 5:58 PM
MUST-WATCH: “When you live here it feels like a poor country— you’re so reasonable. They painted you in a bad light. It makes me angry.”
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
Bernie wins over WV Trump voters, shows how @marshablackburn & Trump use averages to lie to us + help the rich.
Full: www.youtube.com/watch?v
(2/2) — a way of living together peacefully, but it’s difficult, you know, because there are differences on fundamental things that really can’t be compromised.”
September 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
(2/2) — a way of living together peacefully, but it’s difficult, you know, because there are differences on fundamental things that really can’t be compromised.”
“I think you’re probably right,” Alito replies. “On one side or the other — one side or the other is going to win. I don’t know. I mean, there can be a way of working …(1/2)
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Justice Alito Caught on Tape Discussing How Battle for America 'Can't Be Compromised'
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito in a new recording says the battle for America "can't be compromised," and that one political party will "win."
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September 22, 2025 at 7:58 AM
“I think you’re probably right,” Alito replies. “On one side or the other — one side or the other is going to win. I don’t know. I mean, there can be a way of working …(1/2)
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“There were skid marks!”
“Now who’s being childish?”
“Now who’s being childish?”
September 20, 2025 at 12:52 AM
“There were skid marks!”
“Now who’s being childish?”
“Now who’s being childish?”
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Don't Bring Us Into This
My name is Jess and I was a high school Literature teacher for 16 years until I decided to run as a Democrat in a rural, red district in Missouri. I bring you news and politics from Missouri and beyon...
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September 17, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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We're in a health care emergency.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
September 16, 2025 at 1:29 PM
We're in a health care emergency.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
Republicans in Congress gutted Medicaid, and now, nursing homes, community clinics, and hospitals are closing.
Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing and people risk going bankrupt without coverage.
Congress must fix this crisis RIGHT NOW.
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No argument from me on this one.
September 10, 2025 at 8:21 PM
No argument from me on this one.