Cedric
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In some live takes, Joe Strummer updated the lyrics to include "billionaires" alongside policemen and aristocrats as those exempt from murder laws.
THE CLASH - Know Your Rights (Sync Lyrics)
YouTube video by Dead Chaotic
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February 16, 2026 at 1:23 AM
In some live takes, Joe Strummer updated the lyrics to include "billionaires" alongside policemen and aristocrats as those exempt from murder laws.
On October 18, more than 7 million of us rose up at more than 2,700 events in all 50 states, DC, and cities worldwide to say: America has no kings, and the power belongs to the people. Now, our task is to stay VIGILANT, stay UNITED, and continue to PUSH BACK....
February 13, 2026 at 2:03 AM
On October 18, more than 7 million of us rose up at more than 2,700 events in all 50 states, DC, and cities worldwide to say: America has no kings, and the power belongs to the people. Now, our task is to stay VIGILANT, stay UNITED, and continue to PUSH BACK....
February 12, 2026 at 4:32 AM
"As indigenous people to this land, our identity should never be questioned, challenged, or used as a reason for detention.”
ICE is detaining Native Americans, treating them like foreigners in their own land | Arizona Mirror
Native Americans face detaining by ICE despite citizenship and treaty protections as tribes issue warnings and demand warrants
azmirror.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:55 AM
"As indigenous people to this land, our identity should never be questioned, challenged, or used as a reason for detention.”
"They said he had cherished his community in Minneapolis and had been aghast to see what was happening there."
‘No Reason He Should Have Died’: Alex Pretti’s Parents Open Up
www.nytimes.com
February 11, 2026 at 3:06 AM
"They said he had cherished his community in Minneapolis and had been aghast to see what was happening there."
We are sliding rapidly backward to the order that existed prior to 1914. The order that produced the First World War. And the Nazis. And the Second World War.
Is Canada Ready for an American Civil War? | The Walrus
As armed federal agents are unleashed on Minneapolis, Ottawa faces an impossible question
thewalrus.ca
February 2, 2026 at 11:55 PM
We are sliding rapidly backward to the order that existed prior to 1914. The order that produced the First World War. And the Nazis. And the Second World War.
The Department of "Justice" has
gone ahead and perpetuated the maltreatment of Epstein victims by their incompetence and, possibly, their malice. Not surprising. Disgraceful. And unforgivable.
gone ahead and perpetuated the maltreatment of Epstein victims by their incompetence and, possibly, their malice. Not surprising. Disgraceful. And unforgivable.
February 2, 2026 at 10:24 PM
The Department of "Justice" has
gone ahead and perpetuated the maltreatment of Epstein victims by their incompetence and, possibly, their malice. Not surprising. Disgraceful. And unforgivable.
gone ahead and perpetuated the maltreatment of Epstein victims by their incompetence and, possibly, their malice. Not surprising. Disgraceful. And unforgivable.
Fascism is often a "creep" rather than a sudden explosion. It relies on a gradual erosion of democratic norms and the normalization of extremist rhetoric until dissent feels dangerous or futile...
January 30, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Fascism is often a "creep" rather than a sudden explosion. It relies on a gradual erosion of democratic norms and the normalization of extremist rhetoric until dissent feels dangerous or futile...
One of the real adults speaks up
Welch Stands in Solidarity with Minnesota Protestors; Calls for Noem to Resign
YouTube video by Senator Peter Welch
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January 29, 2026 at 5:24 PM
One of the real adults speaks up
Influencing economics is one of our most powerful tools. A widespread work stoppage and pause in consumer spending across multiple key industries will create pressure for domestic policy change
January 28, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Influencing economics is one of our most powerful tools. A widespread work stoppage and pause in consumer spending across multiple key industries will create pressure for domestic policy change
We all know someone like Alex Pretti. Most of us aspire to be like him. A caregiver, protector. Courageous, undaunted. Taken down by misogynistic cowardly men that throw women to the ground. They mock, clap, run away. They are forever diminished, while Alex will be remembered as the best among us.
January 28, 2026 at 2:08 AM
We all know someone like Alex Pretti. Most of us aspire to be like him. A caregiver, protector. Courageous, undaunted. Taken down by misogynistic cowardly men that throw women to the ground. They mock, clap, run away. They are forever diminished, while Alex will be remembered as the best among us.
Liam Ramos is still in prison.
As of late 2025 and early 2026, thousands of children have been booked into ICE custody, and are likely experiencing severe psychological and physical health risks.
As of late 2025 and early 2026, thousands of children have been booked into ICE custody, and are likely experiencing severe psychological and physical health risks.
January 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Liam Ramos is still in prison.
As of late 2025 and early 2026, thousands of children have been booked into ICE custody, and are likely experiencing severe psychological and physical health risks.
As of late 2025 and early 2026, thousands of children have been booked into ICE custody, and are likely experiencing severe psychological and physical health risks.
Glass cited a conflict between the symphony's message—a portrait of Abraham Lincoln—and the institution's current leadership, protesting the Trump administration's influence over the venue.
Philip Glass Withdraws From Kennedy Center, as Its Symphony Vows to Play On
www.nytimes.com
January 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Glass cited a conflict between the symphony's message—a portrait of Abraham Lincoln—and the institution's current leadership, protesting the Trump administration's influence over the venue.
Thank you, Alex. We won't forget you. They look so small next to you.
January 27, 2026 at 4:33 AM
Thank you, Alex. We won't forget you. They look so small next to you.
Our children are seeing this brutality. News regarding violent events, such as killings, police brutality, and subsequent protests in Minneapolis, profoundly impacts children, often leading to acute fear, anxiety, and long-term trauma.
January 26, 2026 at 1:18 AM
Our children are seeing this brutality. News regarding violent events, such as killings, police brutality, and subsequent protests in Minneapolis, profoundly impacts children, often leading to acute fear, anxiety, and long-term trauma.
This *must* include investigation of Renee Good's murder as well
Minneapolis Live Updates: Demands for Investigation Grow as Trump Officials Blame Victim
www.nytimes.com
January 26, 2026 at 12:04 AM
This *must* include investigation of Renee Good's murder as well
Officer-involved shooting protocol is a structured process to secure scenes, provide aid, & ensure impartial investigation. Immediate steps include securing weapons & separating officers, followed by multi-agency probes often involving the District Attorney’s office to maintain public accountability
F.B.I. Agent Who Tried to Investigate ICE Officer in Shooting Resigns
www.nytimes.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:42 AM
Officer-involved shooting protocol is a structured process to secure scenes, provide aid, & ensure impartial investigation. Immediate steps include securing weapons & separating officers, followed by multi-agency probes often involving the District Attorney’s office to maintain public accountability
It is stunning and utterly embarrassing that 10,000 years of human civilization have brought us to a moment such as we just witnessed in Switzerland
January 21, 2026 at 3:27 PM
It is stunning and utterly embarrassing that 10,000 years of human civilization have brought us to a moment such as we just witnessed in Switzerland