Frankie Malone
@dmalonedtla.bsky.social
“The death of human empathy is one of the earliest and most telling signs of a culture about to fall into barbarism” - Hannah Arendt
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Some background! I wrote about Tennessee in 2023, asking whether it's still a democracy
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
Is Tennessee a Democracy?
What happened when a Republican supermajority gained control—and wasn’t satisfied
www.theatlantic.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Some background! I wrote about Tennessee in 2023, asking whether it's still a democracy
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
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This is the story of another guy indicted in the Southern District of New York, who Trump just pardoned. One of Trump's personal lawyers and appointee was even part of the prosecution! donmoynihan.substack.com/p/pardon-the...
December 3, 2025 at 2:31 AM
This is the story of another guy indicted in the Southern District of New York, who Trump just pardoned. One of Trump's personal lawyers and appointee was even part of the prosecution! donmoynihan.substack.com/p/pardon-the...
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Good point from @swin24.bsky.social and team here: Trump and Hegseth suddenly refusing to take credit for the second strike, after they've spent weeks sadistically yukking it up over their killings, is a key tell:
zeteo.com/p/trump-hegs...
zeteo.com/p/trump-hegs...
Trump Admin Lawyers Now Warn Boat Strike May Be Illegal, as Hegseth Passes the Buck
‘If the Washington Post is right, then a crime was committed,’ a Trump admin lawyer tells Zeteo, as Pete Hegseth tries to pass the buck.
zeteo.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Good point from @swin24.bsky.social and team here: Trump and Hegseth suddenly refusing to take credit for the second strike, after they've spent weeks sadistically yukking it up over their killings, is a key tell:
zeteo.com/p/trump-hegs...
zeteo.com/p/trump-hegs...
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Lmaooooo and lolllllll and hell yeah
JUST IN: Democrats have flipped the mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia, in tonight's runoff.
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
December 3, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Lmaooooo and lolllllll and hell yeah
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Good reminder that Trump was guilty of an egregious crime simply in Georgia, let alone the rest of the country, and should have served a significant stint in prison. www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/...
The Last Big Case Against Trump Has Been Dropped
The U.S. justice and political systems have shown that they can’t hold the president and his allies to account for trying to steal the 2020 election.
www.theatlantic.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Good reminder that Trump was guilty of an egregious crime simply in Georgia, let alone the rest of the country, and should have served a significant stint in prison. www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/...
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"I am waiting the hour of my public murder with great composure of mind and cheerfulness, feeling the strong assurance that in no other possible way could I be used to so much advantage to the cause of good and of humanity..." John Brown to his family, Nov. 30, 1859
famous-trials.com/johnbrown/61...
famous-trials.com/johnbrown/61...
December 3, 2025 at 2:36 AM
"I am waiting the hour of my public murder with great composure of mind and cheerfulness, feeling the strong assurance that in no other possible way could I be used to so much advantage to the cause of good and of humanity..." John Brown to his family, Nov. 30, 1859
famous-trials.com/johnbrown/61...
famous-trials.com/johnbrown/61...
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WATCH: Noem and the Trump regime cabinet let out an evil laugh about ruining immigrants’ Christmases 😕🎅🎄 (most grabbed by ICE have no records)
She says they are about to hire their 10,000th ICE goon - with a budget bigger than most military budgets. Your money.
She says they are about to hire their 10,000th ICE goon - with a budget bigger than most military budgets. Your money.
December 2, 2025 at 7:08 PM
WATCH: Noem and the Trump regime cabinet let out an evil laugh about ruining immigrants’ Christmases 😕🎅🎄 (most grabbed by ICE have no records)
She says they are about to hire their 10,000th ICE goon - with a budget bigger than most military budgets. Your money.
She says they are about to hire their 10,000th ICE goon - with a budget bigger than most military budgets. Your money.
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She seems nice
December 2, 2025 at 12:24 AM
She seems nice
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Mark Kelly on Hegseth as DOD secretary : “This guy is so unqualified for the job. “
December 1, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Mark Kelly on Hegseth as DOD secretary : “This guy is so unqualified for the job. “
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Hegseth’s public statements over the past decade reflect a belief that military legal oversight constrains warfighters, that investigations burden troops, and that commanders should be freer—rather than more disciplined—in the use of force. lnk.thebulwark.com/4rFblGX
Pete Hegseth, Moral Failure, and the Erosion of Military Legitimacy
Congress needs to find out if any laws were broken and who is responsible.
lnk.thebulwark.com
December 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Hegseth’s public statements over the past decade reflect a belief that military legal oversight constrains warfighters, that investigations burden troops, and that commanders should be freer—rather than more disciplined—in the use of force. lnk.thebulwark.com/4rFblGX
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Admiral Holsey chose integrity. We need more leaders like him. 🫡
December 2, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Admiral Holsey chose integrity. We need more leaders like him. 🫡
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These arguments over Judge Jeffrey Cummings’ orders governing ICE arrests around Chicago is underway in the 7th Circuit.
After a few technical question, Judge Tom Kirsch asks how many detainees remain in custody.
DOJ’s Benjamin Hayes says the number remains about 450.
After a few technical question, Judge Tom Kirsch asks how many detainees remain in custody.
DOJ’s Benjamin Hayes says the number remains about 450.
The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hear arguments in a little less than an hour over the order by U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Cummings that aimed to release hundreds of people detained by ICE.
They'll be heard by Judges Thomas Kirsch II, John Lee and Doris Pryor.
They'll be heard by Judges Thomas Kirsch II, John Lee and Doris Pryor.
Federal appeals court puts release of hundreds of ICE detainees on hold
From @chicago.suntimes.com: chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
From @chicago.suntimes.com: chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...
December 2, 2025 at 7:10 PM
These arguments over Judge Jeffrey Cummings’ orders governing ICE arrests around Chicago is underway in the 7th Circuit.
After a few technical question, Judge Tom Kirsch asks how many detainees remain in custody.
DOJ’s Benjamin Hayes says the number remains about 450.
After a few technical question, Judge Tom Kirsch asks how many detainees remain in custody.
DOJ’s Benjamin Hayes says the number remains about 450.
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Hillary Clinton: “The Trump administration's corruption has extended to selling out Ukraine—and America's interests—to Russia so that the Trump family and their friends can make a few bucks.”
#ProudBlue #Pinks #TrumpisaNationalDisgrace
#ProudBlue #Pinks #TrumpisaNationalDisgrace
December 2, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Hillary Clinton: “The Trump administration's corruption has extended to selling out Ukraine—and America's interests—to Russia so that the Trump family and their friends can make a few bucks.”
#ProudBlue #Pinks #TrumpisaNationalDisgrace
#ProudBlue #Pinks #TrumpisaNationalDisgrace
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Everyone knows this is true, especially those—i.e. Putin and his lapdog Trump—who keep
lying about it.
lying about it.
December 2, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Everyone knows this is true, especially those—i.e. Putin and his lapdog Trump—who keep
lying about it.
lying about it.
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And he made a decision that could have ended his career or his life.
He landed his helicopter directly between the American soldiers and the fleeing civilians.
He landed his helicopter directly between the American soldiers and the fleeing civilians.
December 2, 2025 at 5:10 PM
And he made a decision that could have ended his career or his life.
He landed his helicopter directly between the American soldiers and the fleeing civilians.
He landed his helicopter directly between the American soldiers and the fleeing civilians.
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The My Lai Massacre revisited.
He landed his helicopter between American troops and Vietnamese civilians. Then he ordered his crew: if the soldiers keep shooting, open fire on them.
He landed his helicopter between American troops and Vietnamese civilians. Then he ordered his crew: if the soldiers keep shooting, open fire on them.
December 2, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The My Lai Massacre revisited.
He landed his helicopter between American troops and Vietnamese civilians. Then he ordered his crew: if the soldiers keep shooting, open fire on them.
He landed his helicopter between American troops and Vietnamese civilians. Then he ordered his crew: if the soldiers keep shooting, open fire on them.
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GOOD NEWS! Researchers have discovered a powerful antibody, known as 04_A06, that is able to neutralize 98.5% of MORE THAN 300 different HIV strains AND permanently reduce HIV viral load to undetectable levels, making it one of the broadest-acting antibodies against HIV identified to date.
December 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
GOOD NEWS! Researchers have discovered a powerful antibody, known as 04_A06, that is able to neutralize 98.5% of MORE THAN 300 different HIV strains AND permanently reduce HIV viral load to undetectable levels, making it one of the broadest-acting antibodies against HIV identified to date.
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JUST IN: Pop star Sabrina Carpenter has fired back at the Trump administration after the official White House account used her song over footage of federal agents chasing down immigrants.
"this video is evil and disgusting. Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda."
"this video is evil and disgusting. Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda."
December 2, 2025 at 5:12 PM
JUST IN: Pop star Sabrina Carpenter has fired back at the Trump administration after the official White House account used her song over footage of federal agents chasing down immigrants.
"this video is evil and disgusting. Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda."
"this video is evil and disgusting. Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda."
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worth the read (or listen)
Crucial point from @jenrubin.bsky.social: The leaks about the bombings show there's a ton of deep consternation inside the military and civilian leadership about what's happening. And that can only get worse.
On the pod Jen is so illuminating on this scandal:
newrepublic.com/article/2038...
On the pod Jen is so illuminating on this scandal:
newrepublic.com/article/2038...
Trump Press Sec Spin Implodes as Fresh Boat Bombing Horrors Rattle GOP
As Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend awful new revelations about the bombings, The Contrarian’s Jennifer Rubin explains why even Republicans are shaken—and why this will only get worse for Trump.
newrepublic.com
December 2, 2025 at 4:26 PM
worth the read (or listen)
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If the headline is true, this is the first time in my life I’ve ever been jealous of Trump.
Trump 'starting to forget who he is', insider claims in chilling warning
Whispers from the White House suggest that President Donald Trump may well be losing his grip on reality
www.irishstar.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
If the headline is true, this is the first time in my life I’ve ever been jealous of Trump.
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Stephen Miller Planned To Blow Up Boats In 2018
Miller asked. Were U.S. armed military drones nearby? Were migrants aboard those vessels protected by the U.S. Constitution?
“Why we can’t use a Predator drone to obliterate that boat?”
www.defiance.news/p/news-trump...
Miller asked. Were U.S. armed military drones nearby? Were migrants aboard those vessels protected by the U.S. Constitution?
“Why we can’t use a Predator drone to obliterate that boat?”
www.defiance.news/p/news-trump...
NEWS: Trump officials discussed illegal “boat strikes” years ago
White House aides in the first administration wanted to know if airstrikes against unarmed civilians would be legal.
www.defiance.news
December 2, 2025 at 6:16 AM
Stephen Miller Planned To Blow Up Boats In 2018
Miller asked. Were U.S. armed military drones nearby? Were migrants aboard those vessels protected by the U.S. Constitution?
“Why we can’t use a Predator drone to obliterate that boat?”
www.defiance.news/p/news-trump...
Miller asked. Were U.S. armed military drones nearby? Were migrants aboard those vessels protected by the U.S. Constitution?
“Why we can’t use a Predator drone to obliterate that boat?”
www.defiance.news/p/news-trump...
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The Trump admin has been quietly pressuring Europe to not seize the Russian billions for Ukraine. He fully intends to give it back to Russia and likely will find a way to profit himself.
Shame on America, and shame on Europe
Shame on America, and shame on Europe
December 2, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The Trump admin has been quietly pressuring Europe to not seize the Russian billions for Ukraine. He fully intends to give it back to Russia and likely will find a way to profit himself.
Shame on America, and shame on Europe
Shame on America, and shame on Europe
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Please believe me when I tell you:
Double the fuck down on your spiritual practice now.
You are going to need it.
And no, that doesn't have to be a prayer-god thing.
The thing that sustains and nourishes you.
That makes you more alive to yourself, the world, others.
More present.
More:
Double the fuck down on your spiritual practice now.
You are going to need it.
And no, that doesn't have to be a prayer-god thing.
The thing that sustains and nourishes you.
That makes you more alive to yourself, the world, others.
More present.
More:
fortify inside
why spiritual practice matters during the rising authoritarian tide
www.lifeisasacredtext.com
July 4, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Please believe me when I tell you:
Double the fuck down on your spiritual practice now.
You are going to need it.
And no, that doesn't have to be a prayer-god thing.
The thing that sustains and nourishes you.
That makes you more alive to yourself, the world, others.
More present.
More:
Double the fuck down on your spiritual practice now.
You are going to need it.
And no, that doesn't have to be a prayer-god thing.
The thing that sustains and nourishes you.
That makes you more alive to yourself, the world, others.
More present.
More:
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Scoop: They tried to bury this news on Black Friday, but, well...
Trump crypto partner Alt5 Sigma told the SEC its auditor quit in Nov.
We called the auditor.
He resigned in August.
That's the second SEC filing with an apparent conflict that Alt5 Sigma has made in recent weeks.
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Trump crypto partner Alt5 Sigma told the SEC its auditor quit in Nov.
We called the auditor.
He resigned in August.
That's the second SEC filing with an apparent conflict that Alt5 Sigma has made in recent weeks.
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Trump Crypto Partner Alt5 Sigma May Have Violated SEC Rules After Another Filing Discrepancy
Alt5 Sigma told regulators its accountant resigned in November, while he says he notified the company three months earlier.
www.forbes.com
December 1, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Scoop: They tried to bury this news on Black Friday, but, well...
Trump crypto partner Alt5 Sigma told the SEC its auditor quit in Nov.
We called the auditor.
He resigned in August.
That's the second SEC filing with an apparent conflict that Alt5 Sigma has made in recent weeks.
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Trump crypto partner Alt5 Sigma told the SEC its auditor quit in Nov.
We called the auditor.
He resigned in August.
That's the second SEC filing with an apparent conflict that Alt5 Sigma has made in recent weeks.
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