Cardgrrl
@cardgrrl.bsky.social
Here since 7/23/2023. Writer, artist, strategist, poker-player. Engaged citizen. Pragmatic idealist. Childless cat lady: I will not obey in advance. Or ever, actually. AVL/WNC. Motto: Joy & Justice. Your vote counts. VOTE VOTE VOTE.
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Cardgrrl
@cardgrrl.bsky.social
· Apr 1
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I've been seeing a lot of people disparaging democracy as a failure. It has not failed us. We however as a nation have been failing it.
For it to succeed, it needs an engaged and informed populace. Which is why those who want power but not responsibility, attack Free speech and public education
For it to succeed, it needs an engaged and informed populace. Which is why those who want power but not responsibility, attack Free speech and public education
February 19, 2026 at 4:13 AM
I've been seeing a lot of people disparaging democracy as a failure. It has not failed us. We however as a nation have been failing it.
For it to succeed, it needs an engaged and informed populace. Which is why those who want power but not responsibility, attack Free speech and public education
For it to succeed, it needs an engaged and informed populace. Which is why those who want power but not responsibility, attack Free speech and public education
Most corrupt government ever.
Amazon just saved nearly $8B on its 2025 tax bill — despite profits hitting $90B — thanks to Trump's Big Ugly Bill.
Remember: Amazon spent $75M producing and marketing the Melania movie, while Jeff Bezos gave $1M to Trump's inaugural fund.
Quite a return on investment, huh?
Remember: Amazon spent $75M producing and marketing the Melania movie, while Jeff Bezos gave $1M to Trump's inaugural fund.
Quite a return on investment, huh?
February 19, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Most corrupt government ever.
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Spread this like wildfire.
We are fighting for our democracy!
We are fighting for our democracy!
Right-wing Heritage Foundation’s own data shows fewer than 100 noncitizens voted since 1982 (!!!)
This is not a real problem. “The SAVE ACT is a Trojan horse to nationalize elections”: open.substack.com/pub/thiswill...
This is not a real problem. “The SAVE ACT is a Trojan horse to nationalize elections”: open.substack.com/pub/thiswill...
February 16, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Spread this like wildfire.
We are fighting for our democracy!
We are fighting for our democracy!
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Complaining that following the Constitution will stop you from doing the thing you want to do is... an admission that what you want to do is unconstitutional.
You swore an oath to defend the Constitution. You are violating that oath, Rep. Alford. Time to go home and let someone else do the job.
You swore an oath to defend the Constitution. You are violating that oath, Rep. Alford. Time to go home and let someone else do the job.
Rep. Mark Alford: "If you tie a judicial warrant to what ICE is doing, it will never happen"
February 17, 2026 at 12:36 AM
Complaining that following the Constitution will stop you from doing the thing you want to do is... an admission that what you want to do is unconstitutional.
You swore an oath to defend the Constitution. You are violating that oath, Rep. Alford. Time to go home and let someone else do the job.
You swore an oath to defend the Constitution. You are violating that oath, Rep. Alford. Time to go home and let someone else do the job.
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We as a society aren't reacting to these people like they are among the greatest monsters in history. But they are.
February 14, 2026 at 2:58 AM
We as a society aren't reacting to these people like they are among the greatest monsters in history. But they are.
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"The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little."
—FDR, 1937
—FDR, 1937
February 16, 2026 at 7:01 PM
"The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little."
—FDR, 1937
—FDR, 1937
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Exactly. Priorities, people!
JFC, cut that shit in half and you’ve eradicated hunger, provided healthcare for all and made education free for all Americans. What the fuck are we doing?
February 15, 2026 at 2:49 PM
Exactly. Priorities, people!
This is exactly correct.
Put most bluntly:
If you want nice things, and if you want to keep our constitutional republic, then we must all work together to
𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇. 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐌. 𝐀𝐋𝐋.
There is simply no alternative.
(7/7)
If you want nice things, and if you want to keep our constitutional republic, then we must all work together to
𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇. 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐌. 𝐀𝐋𝐋.
There is simply no alternative.
(7/7)
February 15, 2026 at 3:46 PM
This is exactly correct.
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We must speak plainly about the agenda Elon Musk & other MAGA leaders are pushing. It’s white nationalism.
There’s no room for Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Native, Jewish or all other Americans in Musk’s monocultural vision.
Multiculturalism is superior. We can’t allow Musk & others to end it.
There’s no room for Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Native, Jewish or all other Americans in Musk’s monocultural vision.
Multiculturalism is superior. We can’t allow Musk & others to end it.
February 15, 2026 at 2:51 PM
We must speak plainly about the agenda Elon Musk & other MAGA leaders are pushing. It’s white nationalism.
There’s no room for Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Native, Jewish or all other Americans in Musk’s monocultural vision.
Multiculturalism is superior. We can’t allow Musk & others to end it.
There’s no room for Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Native, Jewish or all other Americans in Musk’s monocultural vision.
Multiculturalism is superior. We can’t allow Musk & others to end it.
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Remember: Everyone who says that athletes or artists should stay out of politics does not just fail to understand that in moments like these politics infuses every aspect of every life in our country--they are actually part of the problem. Silence is a position. Silence serves autocrats and thugs.
February 14, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Remember: Everyone who says that athletes or artists should stay out of politics does not just fail to understand that in moments like these politics infuses every aspect of every life in our country--they are actually part of the problem. Silence is a position. Silence serves autocrats and thugs.
Somehow this message has GOT to be spread widely. People don't understand how much better things could be.
Medicare for All would save $450B a year.
Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity.
Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall.
It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford.
It’s about priorities.
Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity.
Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall.
It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford.
It’s about priorities.
February 15, 2026 at 2:31 AM
Somehow this message has GOT to be spread widely. People don't understand how much better things could be.
They cannot cover all the precincts. Show up to protect your neighbors' right to vote!
There are far more voters than ICE agents. People should plan to stay at their polling place all day. Make it a party. Meet your neighbors. Talk politics. Gather food trucks. Make it a safe place for voters who are nervous. ICE agents always back off when they are outnumbered.
February 15, 2026 at 2:08 AM
They cannot cover all the precincts. Show up to protect your neighbors' right to vote!
THIS x 1000!
We should absolutely expect a democratic election and take all necessary actions to ensure it remains so.
To hell with this weak-ass defeatism.
To hell with this weak-ass defeatism.
February 15, 2026 at 2:06 AM
THIS x 1000!
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Happy Valentine’s Day!
Nothing says “I love you” like a well-chosen question. Just ask.
#choosetobecurious
Nothing says “I love you” like a well-chosen question. Just ask.
#choosetobecurious
February 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Nothing says “I love you” like a well-chosen question. Just ask.
#choosetobecurious
Nothing says “I love you” like a well-chosen question. Just ask.
#choosetobecurious
Well. That whole tide turning thing is starting to look even more plausible.
Ring cancels its partnership with Flock Safety after surveillance backlash
Ring cancels its partnership with Flock Safety after surveillance backlash
Flock off
buff.ly
February 13, 2026 at 1:35 AM
Well. That whole tide turning thing is starting to look even more plausible.
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As a German, I'll never fully understand the Third Reich worship of the American far right.
They do understand that the Third Reich *lost*, right? That the tough, belligerent, ethnically pure master race got thoroughly defeated and its country conquered by a diverse multi-ethnic coalition?
They do understand that the Third Reich *lost*, right? That the tough, belligerent, ethnically pure master race got thoroughly defeated and its country conquered by a diverse multi-ethnic coalition?
there's a strict duology of young right wing physiognomy
if you're a young up and coming fascist, you will either be
1. rosy cheeked cartoon BBQ pig mascot
2. grimacing possessed howdy doody puppet
if you're a young up and coming fascist, you will either be
1. rosy cheeked cartoon BBQ pig mascot
2. grimacing possessed howdy doody puppet
Recent reports have revealed the identity of the staffer behind the Nazi dogwhistles posted on the Dept. of Labor and Dept. of Homeland Security social media pages.
His name is Peyton Rollins.
His name is Peyton Rollins.
February 12, 2026 at 9:31 PM
As a German, I'll never fully understand the Third Reich worship of the American far right.
They do understand that the Third Reich *lost*, right? That the tough, belligerent, ethnically pure master race got thoroughly defeated and its country conquered by a diverse multi-ethnic coalition?
They do understand that the Third Reich *lost*, right? That the tough, belligerent, ethnically pure master race got thoroughly defeated and its country conquered by a diverse multi-ethnic coalition?
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Trump and his MAGA cronies are trying to illegally and unilaterally take money out of the climate bank that I worked to pass into law. The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund was investing in clean, cheap energy to lower your bills. The courts must stop this brazen heist now.
February 10, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Trump and his MAGA cronies are trying to illegally and unilaterally take money out of the climate bank that I worked to pass into law. The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund was investing in clean, cheap energy to lower your bills. The courts must stop this brazen heist now.
Time to start calling them what they are: concentration camps.
NEW: Documents obtained by @wired.com show that ICE has or plans to open more than 150 facilities around the US, in nearly every state, many near major metro areas. @leahfeiger.bsky.social has the scoop: www.wired.com/story/ice-ex...
ICE Is Expanding Across the US at Breakneck Speed. Here’s Where It’s Going Next
ICE plans to lease offices throughout the US as part of a secret, months-long expansion campaign. WIRED is publishing dozens of these locations.
www.wired.com
February 10, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Time to start calling them what they are: concentration camps.
The Constitution is now apparently Dead On Arrival.
This shall not stand.
This shall not stand.
Democrats want to require federal law enforcement officials to obtain a judicial warrant before entering private property, but that’s dead on arrival, according to three people close to the administration and a GOP strategist
www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
‘Complete nonstarter’: Administration allies say judicial warrants a red line for White House in DHS funding talks as shutdown looms
The seeming stalemate sets up a clash between the Trump administration and Democrats ahead of a Friday night deadline.
www.politico.com
February 10, 2026 at 1:13 PM
The Constitution is now apparently Dead On Arrival.
This shall not stand.
This shall not stand.
What it means to truly be inventive.
The kids actually made animals that don't exist. The AI just put a bunch of stuff that already exists together into a polished slop blender. You can't get a better illustration of why AI can't create anything new while human creativity is bottomless.
February 10, 2026 at 1:06 PM
What it means to truly be inventive.
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The choice to frame this rhetorically as a negotiation *with ICE and DHS* rather than, you know, a decision about their future made by their rightful superiors in the popularly elected legislature is, to me, incredibly grating.
Our DHS reform demands are exceedingly reasonable.
We're asking ICE to do nothing more than follow the standards that the vast majority of law enforcement agencies already follow.
Republicans, the ball is in your court. The clock is ticking.
We're asking ICE to do nothing more than follow the standards that the vast majority of law enforcement agencies already follow.
Republicans, the ball is in your court. The clock is ticking.
February 10, 2026 at 4:55 AM
The choice to frame this rhetorically as a negotiation *with ICE and DHS* rather than, you know, a decision about their future made by their rightful superiors in the popularly elected legislature is, to me, incredibly grating.
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Prisons are for people who've been CONVICTED of crimes.
Most people in these warehouses - without proper food or sanitation or worse - haven't even been CHARGED with crimes.
And thousands are CHILDREN.
This will be another of America's greatest shames.
Most people in these warehouses - without proper food or sanitation or worse - haven't even been CHARGED with crimes.
And thousands are CHILDREN.
This will be another of America's greatest shames.
February 10, 2026 at 3:16 AM
Prisons are for people who've been CONVICTED of crimes.
Most people in these warehouses - without proper food or sanitation or worse - haven't even been CHARGED with crimes.
And thousands are CHILDREN.
This will be another of America's greatest shames.
Most people in these warehouses - without proper food or sanitation or worse - haven't even been CHARGED with crimes.
And thousands are CHILDREN.
This will be another of America's greatest shames.
Donald Trump has never moved faster than 3 miles an hour (under his own power) in his life.
February 10, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Donald Trump has never moved faster than 3 miles an hour (under his own power) in his life.
Yes, there *will be* a free and fair General Election. Because we will make sure of it. (And because preventing it is way, way, harder than you think.
Please stop spreading this BS. The last thing we need now is to make people feel helpless and hopeless.
Please stop spreading this BS. The last thing we need now is to make people feel helpless and hopeless.
February 10, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Yes, there *will be* a free and fair General Election. Because we will make sure of it. (And because preventing it is way, way, harder than you think.
Please stop spreading this BS. The last thing we need now is to make people feel helpless and hopeless.
Please stop spreading this BS. The last thing we need now is to make people feel helpless and hopeless.