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This is helpful background. I expect that more names will be named by Ro Khanna, Thomas Massie, and others as they go through the files.
Who are the six men named in the unredacted Epstein files?
In a floor speech, Ro Khanna, a Democratic representative, revealed identities of six men after seeing unredacted files
www.theguardian.com
February 12, 2026 at 5:02 AM
This is helpful background. I expect that more names will be named by Ro Khanna, Thomas Massie, and others as they go through the files.
Now that media giants like CBS News and the Washington Post have hit the skids, I realize that many of you may be looking for replacement news outlets. Here's my list which focuses heavily on the non-profit, independent news sector!
Governing: Alternative News Sources
February 11, 2026 (Updated)
substack.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:42 AM
Now that media giants like CBS News and the Washington Post have hit the skids, I realize that many of you may be looking for replacement news outlets. Here's my list which focuses heavily on the non-profit, independent news sector!
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This is an EMERGENCY and Pete Ricketts is not treating it like one.
If elected, I will introduce bills to break up Big Ag monopolies, fight for Right to Repair, and reform the broken Checkoff programs.
Pete Ricketts doesn't work for Nebraska farmers. He works for Big Ag CEOs.
If elected, I will introduce bills to break up Big Ag monopolies, fight for Right to Repair, and reform the broken Checkoff programs.
Pete Ricketts doesn't work for Nebraska farmers. He works for Big Ag CEOs.
February 11, 2026 at 9:45 PM
This is an EMERGENCY and Pete Ricketts is not treating it like one.
If elected, I will introduce bills to break up Big Ag monopolies, fight for Right to Repair, and reform the broken Checkoff programs.
Pete Ricketts doesn't work for Nebraska farmers. He works for Big Ag CEOs.
If elected, I will introduce bills to break up Big Ag monopolies, fight for Right to Repair, and reform the broken Checkoff programs.
Pete Ricketts doesn't work for Nebraska farmers. He works for Big Ag CEOs.
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Resistance infrastructure.
February 11, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Resistance infrastructure.
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Notice that Bondi doesn’t turn around.
Likely-historic photo by NBC News of all the Epstein victims asked to raise their hands if they've not yet been asked to meet with the DOJ as Bondi testifies in foreground
February 11, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Notice that Bondi doesn’t turn around.
Part 7 of my (as of this writing) 7 part series on immigration enforcement. This should make you well prepared to write OpEds, letters to the elected officials, questions for town hall, and text for phone banking.
Issues & Insights: Immigration & Customs Enforcement (Part 7 - Legal Issues)
February 10, 2026
sharonlawrence.substack.com
February 11, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Part 7 of my (as of this writing) 7 part series on immigration enforcement. This should make you well prepared to write OpEds, letters to the elected officials, questions for town hall, and text for phone banking.
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These people are gross
"The sheer number of Epstein’s connections to the rulers of our world is dizzying," writes @moiradonegan.bsky.social. "So, too...is the willingness of his circle to continue their relationships with him despite his convictions for sex crimes..."
Epstein was not ostracised for his crimes. To some powerful men, he became even more appealing | Moira Donegan
The latest tranche of files expose how he was viewed as a sexual svengali – and an expert on dodging the #MeToo movement, says Guardian US columnist Moira Donegan
www.theguardian.com
February 10, 2026 at 10:04 AM
These people are gross
So which Democratic candidates in 2026 & 2028 are going to make corporate tax reform a key campaign issue?
Tesla Reported Zero Federal Income Tax on $5.7 Billion of U.S. Income in 2025
Tesla enjoyed almost $5.7 billion of U.S. income in 2025 but paid $0 in federal income tax. Over the past three years, the Elon Musk-led company reported $12.5 billion of U.S. income on which its curr...
itep.org
February 9, 2026 at 6:03 PM
So which Democratic candidates in 2026 & 2028 are going to make corporate tax reform a key campaign issue?
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You don’t “move on” from the largest sex trafficking ring in the world. You expose it. #StandWithSurvivors
February 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
You don’t “move on” from the largest sex trafficking ring in the world. You expose it. #StandWithSurvivors
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The Obamas, some of the most impressive Americans we have been blessed with, were compared to animals.
February 8, 2026 at 9:22 PM
The Obamas, some of the most impressive Americans we have been blessed with, were compared to animals.
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Massachusetts is not defenseless. Know your rights. Memorize them. Share them.
A message from my office, @markey.senate.gov, @massgovernor.bsky.social, @mayorwu.boston.gov, @pressley.house.gov, @whipkclark.bsky.social, @repmcgovern.bsky.social, and @trahan.house.gov.
A message from my office, @markey.senate.gov, @massgovernor.bsky.social, @mayorwu.boston.gov, @pressley.house.gov, @whipkclark.bsky.social, @repmcgovern.bsky.social, and @trahan.house.gov.
February 7, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Massachusetts is not defenseless. Know your rights. Memorize them. Share them.
A message from my office, @markey.senate.gov, @massgovernor.bsky.social, @mayorwu.boston.gov, @pressley.house.gov, @whipkclark.bsky.social, @repmcgovern.bsky.social, and @trahan.house.gov.
A message from my office, @markey.senate.gov, @massgovernor.bsky.social, @mayorwu.boston.gov, @pressley.house.gov, @whipkclark.bsky.social, @repmcgovern.bsky.social, and @trahan.house.gov.
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As Governor, I’ll make sure companies that value their workers pay less — and those that don’t? The ones that pay executives 1000x more than the heart and soul of the company? They’ll pay more. #sanjose
February 7, 2026 at 3:33 AM
As Governor, I’ll make sure companies that value their workers pay less — and those that don’t? The ones that pay executives 1000x more than the heart and soul of the company? They’ll pay more. #sanjose
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Today, construction on the nation’s largest infrastructure project came to a halt - with hundreds laid off - because Donald Trump is out of control.
The good news: political pressure still works, and we can use our voices to make sure he doesn’t have the last word.
The good news: political pressure still works, and we can use our voices to make sure he doesn’t have the last word.
February 7, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Today, construction on the nation’s largest infrastructure project came to a halt - with hundreds laid off - because Donald Trump is out of control.
The good news: political pressure still works, and we can use our voices to make sure he doesn’t have the last word.
The good news: political pressure still works, and we can use our voices to make sure he doesn’t have the last word.
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It was only a matter of time before the mom from last week's SNL skit called in to CSPAN
Three-time Trump voter: I'm looking at this awful picture of the Obamas. What an embarrassment to our country. He is not worthy of the presidency. He takes bribes blatantly, and now he's being a racist blatantly. He's pathetic as a president, and I want to apologize for supporting this rotten man.
February 6, 2026 at 5:06 PM
It was only a matter of time before the mom from last week's SNL skit called in to CSPAN
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Our local businesses are getting rocked by ICE right now—losing an estimated $10–$20 million every single week. Operation Metro Surge isn’t helping our community. It’s hurting our residents, their livelihoods, and the small businesses we all love. www.startribune.com/ice-economic...
Minneapolis businesses losing millions in sales each week as ICE operation continues
Immigrant-owned businesses are bearing the brunt of the losses from Operation Metro Surge, but effects are widespread.
www.startribune.com
February 6, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Our local businesses are getting rocked by ICE right now—losing an estimated $10–$20 million every single week. Operation Metro Surge isn’t helping our community. It’s hurting our residents, their livelihoods, and the small businesses we all love. www.startribune.com/ice-economic...
Here is how campaign consultants are positioning the 2 Democratic candidates for US Senate from Texas. Which strategy do you think is more effective?
Alert: An Open Letter to Democratic Campaign Consultants
February 6, 2026
sharonlawrence.substack.com
February 6, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Here is how campaign consultants are positioning the 2 Democratic candidates for US Senate from Texas. Which strategy do you think is more effective?
Confused about what is/is not true about immigration into the US and operation of the immigration enforcement system? Here's the data sources that can help you understand the system.
Issue Insights: Immigration & Customs Enforcement (Part 6 - Data)
February 5, 2026
sharonlawrence.substack.com
February 6, 2026 at 4:41 AM
Confused about what is/is not true about immigration into the US and operation of the immigration enforcement system? Here's the data sources that can help you understand the system.
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Brad Karp, the chairman of the Paul Weiss law firm who brokered that deal with Trump last year & agreed to provide $40 million of pro bono services for Trump's causes, resigns due to fallout over his emails with Epstein: www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
Brad Karp Resigns as Paul Weiss Chairman Amid Epstein Fallout
www.nytimes.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:25 AM
Brad Karp, the chairman of the Paul Weiss law firm who brokered that deal with Trump last year & agreed to provide $40 million of pro bono services for Trump's causes, resigns due to fallout over his emails with Epstein: www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/b...
Use your economic power to help stop the Trump war on undocumented immigrants!
Resist and Unsubscribe
www.resistandunsubscribe.com
February 5, 2026 at 2:29 AM
Use your economic power to help stop the Trump war on undocumented immigrants!
Steve Bannon alleged that there would be ICE agents surrounding every polling place this November. Given that there were roughly 96,000 polling places used in 2024 (open for upwards of 2 weeks), exactly how will a total ICE workforce of 22,000 (which includes ALL personnel) cover that?
February 5, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Steve Bannon alleged that there would be ICE agents surrounding every polling place this November. Given that there were roughly 96,000 polling places used in 2024 (open for upwards of 2 weeks), exactly how will a total ICE workforce of 22,000 (which includes ALL personnel) cover that?
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“Death cards” have a history of being used by white supremacist groups to intimidate people of color. ICE agents left them behind in the cars of people they’ve detained.
It’s cruel for the sake of being cruel.
It’s cruel for the sake of being cruel.
February 5, 2026 at 12:01 AM
“Death cards” have a history of being used by white supremacist groups to intimidate people of color. ICE agents left them behind in the cars of people they’ve detained.
It’s cruel for the sake of being cruel.
It’s cruel for the sake of being cruel.