David Mastio
@davidmastio.bsky.social
National Columnist for McClatchy/The Kansas City Star
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How Zohran Mamdani beat Josh Hawley to Donald Trump’s heart | Opinion
The Missouri senator proposes populist ideas, but the president doesn’t seem as interested as he did in the NYC mayor-elect on Friday. There’s a reason. | Opinion
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November 22, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Trump wants death for 6 Democrats. Only 1 of our KS or MO senators disagreed | Opinion
David Mastio asked the four Republican senators from Missouri and Kansas if they agree. Only one thought it was important enough to say Trump was wrong. | Opinion
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November 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Trump wants death for 6 Democrats. Only 1 of our KS or MO senators disagreed | Opinion
David Mastio asked the four Republican senators from Missouri and Kansas if they agree. Only one thought it was important enough to say Trump was wrong. | Opinion
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November 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The Republicans are still afraid of disagreeing with Trump www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
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Josh really doesn't get enough credit as a digital journalism pioneer — and as an entrepreneur who built something meaningful and lasting.
PHOTOS: TPM Celebrates Our 25-Year Anniversary in NYC talkingpointsmemo.com/gallery/phot...
PHOTOS: TPM Celebrates Our 25-Year Anniversary in NYC
We rang in our 25th anniversary in style last week, hosting a...
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November 19, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Josh really doesn't get enough credit as a digital journalism pioneer — and as an entrepreneur who built something meaningful and lasting.
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Judges who think letting kids into Harvard based on race is wrong, won’t think deciding who builds parking lots based on race is ok. | Opinion
Trump deserves credit for shutting down KCK racial spoils system | Opinion
Judges who think letting kids into Harvard based on race is wrong, won’t think deciding who builds parking lots based on race is ok. | Opinion
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November 18, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Judges who think letting kids into Harvard based on race is wrong, won’t think deciding who builds parking lots based on race is ok. | Opinion
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“Trump’s Poll Numbers Just Entered the Danger Zone” — my latest for @washingtonmonthly.com
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Trump’s Poll Numbers Just Entered the Danger Zone
Trump’s job approval fell below 45% for the first time in his second term—historically the point where the GOP gets wiped out in midterms.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:35 PM
“Trump’s Poll Numbers Just Entered the Danger Zone” — my latest for @washingtonmonthly.com
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There is a growing demand for Democrats who can stand toe to toe with Trump. Guest writer @jilldlawrence.bsky.social breaks down which Democrats are already proving they have the clarity and backbone to compete in this difficult moment in history.
Democrats: Don’t Fail the ‘SOB Test'
Which Democratic leaders have learned the right lessons about how to compete in a post-Trump political environment?
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November 18, 2025 at 12:36 PM
There is a growing demand for Democrats who can stand toe to toe with Trump. Guest writer @jilldlawrence.bsky.social breaks down which Democrats are already proving they have the clarity and backbone to compete in this difficult moment in history.
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For me and clearly many others, the SOB test is now the primary lens for judging Democratic candidates. Every election at every level, from now through 2028, is a referendum on an unbearable presidency. My latest, at The Big Picture.
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Democrats: Don’t Fail the ‘SOB Test'
Which Democratic leaders have learned the right lessons about how to compete in a post-Trump political environment?
thinkbigpicture.substack.com
November 17, 2025 at 8:41 PM
For me and clearly many others, the SOB test is now the primary lens for judging Democratic candidates. Every election at every level, from now through 2028, is a referendum on an unbearable presidency. My latest, at The Big Picture.
thinkbigpicture.substack.com/p/democrats-...
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Following publication of my column today, Sen. Hawley's office got back to me with a quote. Updating the piece, but posting here for the moment:
November 13, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Following publication of my column today, Sen. Hawley's office got back to me with a quote. Updating the piece, but posting here for the moment:
This by my colleague @joelmathis.bsky.social Mathis is absolutely correct about Sen. Josh Hawley 's potential $500,000 taxpayer payout. www.kansascity.com/opinion/read...
Shutdown bill over Jan. 6 probe could make Josh Hawley $500K richer | Opinion
Bill ending the shutdown lets Sen. Josh Hawley pursue damages for inquiry into Jan. 6 phone data, changing legal defenses and costs. | Opinion
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November 13, 2025 at 8:34 PM
This by my colleague @joelmathis.bsky.social Mathis is absolutely correct about Sen. Josh Hawley 's potential $500,000 taxpayer payout. www.kansascity.com/opinion/read...
Consume.
I actually find this entirely plausible.
November 13, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Consume.
My latest is on the Epstein revelations www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Epstein files: Latest Trump revelations demand disclosure | Opinion
The Trump administration’s Epstein files flip-flop shouldn’t stand as the scandal suddenly leaps closer to the president. From David Mastio:
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November 12, 2025 at 10:28 PM
My latest is on the Epstein revelations www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
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"Miles Bruner, in resigning from his job as a Republican fundraiser, wrote in The Bulwark: 'I quit the Republican party and my job as an accomplice to the party in the throes of an authoritarian cult.'"
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A year on from Trump’s victory, resistance is everywhere | Rebecca Solnit
Americans have shown a tremendous amount and variety of opposition – more than some may realize
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November 11, 2025 at 10:27 PM
"Miles Bruner, in resigning from his job as a Republican fundraiser, wrote in The Bulwark: 'I quit the Republican party and my job as an accomplice to the party in the throes of an authoritarian cult.'"
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After David Mastio wrote a column ripping Bloomberg’s School of Public Health, its new report tells the truth. Guns are the top killer of teens. | Opinion
Bloomberg abandons claim that guns are top killer of kids | Opinion
After David Mastio wrote a column ripping Bloomberg’s School of Public Health, its new report tells the truth. Guns are the top killer of teens. | Opinion
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November 11, 2025 at 5:50 PM
After David Mastio wrote a column ripping Bloomberg’s School of Public Health, its new report tells the truth. Guns are the top killer of teens. | Opinion
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I am a gay marriage supporter who hates Obergefell. (gift link) www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Supreme Court takes aim at gay marriage ruling. Good | Opinion
The Obergefell decision is a farrago of falsehoods and flapdoodle bound together by disdain for constitutional history, the law and voters, writes David Mastio.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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When it comes to an adoptive family, Karter hopes for one that likes to travel and spend quality time together.
Family wanted: Karter hopes to join family that sees him as missing puzzle piece
When it comes to an adoptive family, Karter hopes for one that likes to travel and spend quality time together.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
When it comes to an adoptive family, Karter hopes for one that likes to travel and spend quality time together.
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I saw someone on my timeline shaming someone else for posting about college football in a time like this.
Folks, if we're going to survive a time like this, we're going to need to avoid burning out from an attitude of 24/7 vigilance and constant outrage.
Let people find joy where they can, please.
Folks, if we're going to survive a time like this, we're going to need to avoid burning out from an attitude of 24/7 vigilance and constant outrage.
Let people find joy where they can, please.
November 8, 2025 at 8:56 PM
I saw someone on my timeline shaming someone else for posting about college football in a time like this.
Folks, if we're going to survive a time like this, we're going to need to avoid burning out from an attitude of 24/7 vigilance and constant outrage.
Let people find joy where they can, please.
Folks, if we're going to survive a time like this, we're going to need to avoid burning out from an attitude of 24/7 vigilance and constant outrage.
Let people find joy where they can, please.
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"As much as I have treasured being a judge, I can now think of nothing more important than...doing everything in my power to combat today’s existential threat to democracy and the rule of law." Judge named by Reagan on why he just resigned and what he'll do now. 🎁 www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
Why I Am Resigning
A federal judge explains his reasoning for leaving the bench.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:21 PM
"As much as I have treasured being a judge, I can now think of nothing more important than...doing everything in my power to combat today’s existential threat to democracy and the rule of law." Judge named by Reagan on why he just resigned and what he'll do now. 🎁 www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
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The swipe tax would hurt mom-and-pop shops and cost buyers tens of millions of dollars. | Opinion
Missouri wants to charge you more to pay by credit card — without your say | Opinion
The swipe tax would hurt mom-and-pop shops and cost buyers tens of millions of dollars. | Opinion
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November 9, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The swipe tax would hurt mom-and-pop shops and cost buyers tens of millions of dollars. | Opinion
I am a gay marriage supporter who hates Obergefell. (gift link) www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Supreme Court takes aim at gay marriage ruling. Good | Opinion
The Obergefell decision is a farrago of falsehoods and flapdoodle bound together by disdain for constitutional history, the law and voters, writes David Mastio.
www.kansascity.com
November 8, 2025 at 11:47 AM
I am a gay marriage supporter who hates Obergefell. (gift link) www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Josh Hawley has the electricity economics of data centers all wrong. www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Data centers are wrongly taking the blame for electricity price hikes | Opinion
Sen. Josh Hawley blames increasing demand for costly electric bills. That’s not what’s happening, says David Mastio. | Opinion
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November 6, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Josh Hawley has the electricity economics of data centers all wrong. www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
My latest www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
Bill Gates finally gets it on climate. He could have asked these 3 guys | Opinion
Three experts believed that technology and prosperity could solve the environment, even when the world scoffed, says David Mastio. | Opinion
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November 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM
My latest www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-...
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it's time for journos to start asking Johnson meta questions
"Speaker, on 5 occasions last week you said 'I haven't seen it' when asked about news events w/big implications for public policy. Do you ever read the news, and do you agree it's problematic for the Speaker to be so woefully uninformed?"
"Speaker, on 5 occasions last week you said 'I haven't seen it' when asked about news events w/big implications for public policy. Do you ever read the news, and do you agree it's problematic for the Speaker to be so woefully uninformed?"
November 3, 2025 at 3:36 PM
it's time for journos to start asking Johnson meta questions
"Speaker, on 5 occasions last week you said 'I haven't seen it' when asked about news events w/big implications for public policy. Do you ever read the news, and do you agree it's problematic for the Speaker to be so woefully uninformed?"
"Speaker, on 5 occasions last week you said 'I haven't seen it' when asked about news events w/big implications for public policy. Do you ever read the news, and do you agree it's problematic for the Speaker to be so woefully uninformed?"
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Watch my supercut of things Mike Johnson doesn’t know. You can see the whole show here: www.youtube.com/live/Ams4OLn...
November 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM