Jefferson Smith
@jeffersonsmith.bsky.social
America is a Redemption Story.
Entrepreneur. Innovation Network organizer. Presentation Coach. Harvard Law School ‘99.
Entrepreneur. Innovation Network organizer. Presentation Coach. Harvard Law School ‘99.
It’s Russia.
This whole thing — pretty much the whole damn thing for 10+ years — has been to destroy the Western Alliance.
It’s Russia.
This whole thing — pretty much the whole damn thing for 10+ years — has been to destroy the Western Alliance.
It’s Russia.
January 20, 2026 at 3:30 PM
It’s Russia.
This whole thing — pretty much the whole damn thing for 10+ years — has been to destroy the Western Alliance.
It’s Russia.
This whole thing — pretty much the whole damn thing for 10+ years — has been to destroy the Western Alliance.
It’s Russia.
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The incredibly lukewarm Democratic response on Greenland is being noticed in Europe, incidentally.
Chuck Schumer not finding a stronger word than “quixotic” for Trump’s plan to seize Greenland has been name checked to me more than once.
Chuck Schumer not finding a stronger word than “quixotic” for Trump’s plan to seize Greenland has been name checked to me more than once.
But Americans who want to save the alliance with Europe must have no illusions about how bad a condition this transatlantic partnership is in.
January 18, 2026 at 10:05 PM
The incredibly lukewarm Democratic response on Greenland is being noticed in Europe, incidentally.
Chuck Schumer not finding a stronger word than “quixotic” for Trump’s plan to seize Greenland has been name checked to me more than once.
Chuck Schumer not finding a stronger word than “quixotic” for Trump’s plan to seize Greenland has been name checked to me more than once.
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This opens up wider questions about how far the UK and Canada in the 5 eyes intel sharing framework as well as other former allies of the United States can still provide the Americans with any sensitive intelligence information at all
January 18, 2026 at 12:44 PM
This opens up wider questions about how far the UK and Canada in the 5 eyes intel sharing framework as well as other former allies of the United States can still provide the Americans with any sensitive intelligence information at all
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Wait. The CDC closed its FOIA office?!?
How sad is this? The CDC closed its FOIA office, so this story could only be published because a Danish journalist provided Rolling Stone with the documents, after obtaining them through a freedom of information request to the University of Southern Denmark
www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...
HHS Gave a $1.6 Million Grant to a Controversial Vaccine Study. These Emails Show How That Happened
Two Danish researchers faced accusations of “questionable research practices” as RFK Jr.’s top appointees made their study a “funding priority.”
www.rollingstone.com
January 18, 2026 at 4:50 AM
Wait. The CDC closed its FOIA office?!?
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The most impactful voting rights case in 2026 is undoubtedly Louisiana v. Callais, which will determine the future of the Voting Rights Act.
Legal scholar Quinn Yeargain unpacks what’s at stake here—and in other major cases poised to shape democracy.
Legal scholar Quinn Yeargain unpacks what’s at stake here—and in other major cases poised to shape democracy.
Seven Legal Questions That Will Shape Democracy in 2026
Courts are set to decide a host of cases that will determine the fate of the VRA, confront the latest restrictions on direct democracy, and affect ballot access and redistricting.
boltsmag.org
January 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The most impactful voting rights case in 2026 is undoubtedly Louisiana v. Callais, which will determine the future of the Voting Rights Act.
Legal scholar Quinn Yeargain unpacks what’s at stake here—and in other major cases poised to shape democracy.
Legal scholar Quinn Yeargain unpacks what’s at stake here—and in other major cases poised to shape democracy.
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Start at the grassroots. We need to rebuild a commitment to democracy, one relationship and community at a time. And not just in urban centers.
January 17, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Start at the grassroots. We need to rebuild a commitment to democracy, one relationship and community at a time. And not just in urban centers.
Let’s be clear: the masks are not merely (or primarily) to hide & shield agents from their actions *as* ICE agents, but to hide activities *prior* to joining ICE.
A reported list would paint a picture of various Proud Boys, Groypers, NJP, GDL, and groups with “Front” and “Knights” in the name.
A reported list would paint a picture of various Proud Boys, Groypers, NJP, GDL, and groups with “Front” and “Knights” in the name.
This ICE agent and the man he’s accusing of not being a US citizen have the same damn accent. If this were a movie, this scene would be on the cutting room floor.
January 17, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Let’s be clear: the masks are not merely (or primarily) to hide & shield agents from their actions *as* ICE agents, but to hide activities *prior* to joining ICE.
A reported list would paint a picture of various Proud Boys, Groypers, NJP, GDL, and groups with “Front” and “Knights” in the name.
A reported list would paint a picture of various Proud Boys, Groypers, NJP, GDL, and groups with “Front” and “Knights” in the name.
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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
Despite electoral wins in 2025, “to have any hope of fixing the root problems that plague our democracy and our economy, Democrats need a majority that lasts, like the New Deal coalition,” the veteran Democratic strategist David Plouffe writes.
Despite electoral wins in 2025, “to have any hope of fixing the root problems that plague our democracy and our economy, Democrats need a majority that lasts, like the New Deal coalition,” the veteran Democratic strategist David Plouffe writes.
Opinion | Democrats Will Lose in 2028 Unless They Change Course Now
Despite the successes of 2025, the party still needs a radical shake up.
nyti.ms
January 15, 2026 at 5:20 PM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
Despite electoral wins in 2025, “to have any hope of fixing the root problems that plague our democracy and our economy, Democrats need a majority that lasts, like the New Deal coalition,” the veteran Democratic strategist David Plouffe writes.
Despite electoral wins in 2025, “to have any hope of fixing the root problems that plague our democracy and our economy, Democrats need a majority that lasts, like the New Deal coalition,” the veteran Democratic strategist David Plouffe writes.
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As the free online encyclopedia turns 25, it’s facing political opposition, AI scraping, dwindling volunteers, and a public that may no longer believe in its ideals. www.wired.com/story/wikipe...
Wikipedia’s Existential Threats Feel Greater Than Ever
As the free online encyclopedia turns 25, it’s facing political opposition, AI scraping, dwindling volunteers, and a public that may no longer believe in its ideals.
www.wired.com
January 15, 2026 at 10:34 AM
As the free online encyclopedia turns 25, it’s facing political opposition, AI scraping, dwindling volunteers, and a public that may no longer believe in its ideals. www.wired.com/story/wikipe...
PBS News notes this Sunday will be “PBS News Weekend’s” last due to federal budget cuts
January 10, 2026 at 2:12 AM
There is value in naming Trump folks as “Republicans.”
The machine will live much longer than Trump. People need to understand that machine.
And if Republicans don’t want to be painted with a Trump brush, they need to distance themselves or hold him accountable.
The machine will live much longer than Trump. People need to understand that machine.
And if Republicans don’t want to be painted with a Trump brush, they need to distance themselves or hold him accountable.
January 9, 2026 at 2:28 AM
There is value in naming Trump folks as “Republicans.”
The machine will live much longer than Trump. People need to understand that machine.
And if Republicans don’t want to be painted with a Trump brush, they need to distance themselves or hold him accountable.
The machine will live much longer than Trump. People need to understand that machine.
And if Republicans don’t want to be painted with a Trump brush, they need to distance themselves or hold him accountable.
The destruction doesn't make for a photo-op like tearing down the East Wing of the White House or bulldozing the Rose Garden, but it's every bit as bad. Generations of American children learned to spell and count, learned the Preamble to the Constitution, from watching shows produced by the CPB.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has been dissolved, ending its 58 years as the primary funder for PBS, NPR and local TV and radio stations
January 6, 2026 at 12:44 AM
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The destruction doesn't make for a photo-op like tearing down the East Wing of the White House or bulldozing the Rose Garden, but it's every bit as bad. Generations of American children learned to spell and count, learned the Preamble to the Constitution, from watching shows produced by the CPB.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has been dissolved, ending its 58 years as the primary funder for PBS, NPR and local TV and radio stations
Corporation For Public Broadcasting Is Dissolved After 58 Years Of Service
www.huffpost.com
January 5, 2026 at 8:04 PM
The destruction doesn't make for a photo-op like tearing down the East Wing of the White House or bulldozing the Rose Garden, but it's every bit as bad. Generations of American children learned to spell and count, learned the Preamble to the Constitution, from watching shows produced by the CPB.
A social media outlet, but the algorithm rewards being reasonable, thoughtful, and kind.
January 6, 2026 at 12:43 AM
A social media outlet, but the algorithm rewards being reasonable, thoughtful, and kind.
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amazing how the entire machine can pivot within 24 hours. no need to slowly upsell the argument; just issue new marching orders
January 5, 2026 at 6:50 AM
amazing how the entire machine can pivot within 24 hours. no need to slowly upsell the argument; just issue new marching orders
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Opinion | The US cannot be pulled into an endless war in Venezuela. Democrats must end their Epstein inquiry NOW.
January 5, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Opinion | The US cannot be pulled into an endless war in Venezuela. Democrats must end their Epstein inquiry NOW.
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People have mentioned @51st.news for DC and @hellgatenyc.com for NYC, so let me add some other great local news options: @thetnholler.bsky.social @mississippifreepress.org @lataco.bsky.social @philinvestigates.com @texastribune.org @inquirer.com
Keep 'em coming!
Keep 'em coming!
January 5, 2026 at 12:46 AM
People have mentioned @51st.news for DC and @hellgatenyc.com for NYC, so let me add some other great local news options: @thetnholler.bsky.social @mississippifreepress.org @lataco.bsky.social @philinvestigates.com @texastribune.org @inquirer.com
Keep 'em coming!
Keep 'em coming!
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Instead check out @zeteo.com @propublica.org @flaminghydra.com @404media.co @wired.com @marisakabas.bsky.social and the like.
If you've got an independent site or individual journalist you love, add them to the replies here.
If you've got an independent site or individual journalist you love, add them to the replies here.
January 5, 2026 at 12:38 AM
Instead check out @zeteo.com @propublica.org @flaminghydra.com @404media.co @wired.com @marisakabas.bsky.social and the like.
If you've got an independent site or individual journalist you love, add them to the replies here.
If you've got an independent site or individual journalist you love, add them to the replies here.
Post about Epstein until there is transparency and justice.
January 5, 2026 at 1:38 AM
Post about Epstein until there is transparency and justice.
Oil Companies love it, because of the enormous reserves. Keeping current business models without an expensive risky (for them) shifts to renewables.
Putin loves it b/c it kills US moral authority, buoys “no-principles”approach to Ukraine & keeps US in Western Hemisphere.
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Putin loves it b/c it kills US moral authority, buoys “no-principles”approach to Ukraine & keeps US in Western Hemisphere.
THREAD /1
January 3, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Oil Companies love it, because of the enormous reserves. Keeping current business models without an expensive risky (for them) shifts to renewables.
Putin loves it b/c it kills US moral authority, buoys “no-principles”approach to Ukraine & keeps US in Western Hemisphere.
THREAD /1
Putin loves it b/c it kills US moral authority, buoys “no-principles”approach to Ukraine & keeps US in Western Hemisphere.
THREAD /1
Wow the Epstein files must be even worse than we thought.
January 3, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Wow the Epstein files must be even worse than we thought.
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Explosions in Caracas
January 3, 2026 at 6:33 AM
Explosions in Caracas
Overnight attack on Venezuela disregards the constitution and international law.
January 3, 2026 at 8:34 AM
Overnight attack on Venezuela disregards the constitution and international law.
I would like one video supercut of every Trump lie. A series of couplets starting with his promise or claim, and followed by reality.
And a second video supercut of every horrible thing he said and did.
These both would be long.
They could be played like Yule Log.
“Flood the Zone” indeed.
And a second video supercut of every horrible thing he said and did.
These both would be long.
They could be played like Yule Log.
“Flood the Zone” indeed.
January 3, 2026 at 5:56 AM
I would like one video supercut of every Trump lie. A series of couplets starting with his promise or claim, and followed by reality.
And a second video supercut of every horrible thing he said and did.
These both would be long.
They could be played like Yule Log.
“Flood the Zone” indeed.
And a second video supercut of every horrible thing he said and did.
These both would be long.
They could be played like Yule Log.
“Flood the Zone” indeed.