Jeff
@jeffvano.bsky.social
Humanity is the See of my Faith. We only say two things, "Please" and "Thank You". "Please" to communicate an unmet need, and "Thank You" to express gratitude. Often people express these in the most tragic ways, guaranteeing their needs won't be met.
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Jeff
@jeffvano.bsky.social
· Aug 10
Proposal: Instead of fighting fire with fire, rage with rage, fear with fear let us find real solutions.
Cities look to save money by cutting public transit to fund economic development programs that would primarily server local businesses, property developers & higher income residents while disadvantaging lower income residents.
www.dallasnews.com/news/transpo...
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Can DART survive a mutiny? Voters in key cities could decide the transit system’s fate
Residents in Plano, Irving, Highland Park and Farmers Branch are set to vote on whether or not to leave DART in May. If they withdraw, can the agency survive?
www.dallasnews.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Cities look to save money by cutting public transit to fund economic development programs that would primarily server local businesses, property developers & higher income residents while disadvantaging lower income residents.
www.dallasnews.com/news/transpo...
www.dallasnews.com/news/transpo...
Can law makers please think for themselves?
Redirecting subsidies to consumers could provide more flexibility & choice, but risks higher premiums & less stable insurance markets if insurers respond by increasing prices. Additional questions to answer in comments.
www.axios.com/2025/11/08/t...
Redirecting subsidies to consumers could provide more flexibility & choice, but risks higher premiums & less stable insurance markets if insurers respond by increasing prices. Additional questions to answer in comments.
www.axios.com/2025/11/08/t...
Trump calls for Obamacare subsidies to be sent to consumers
His statement puts more pressure on Republicans to reject Democratic demands to renew the subsidies.
www.axios.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Can law makers please think for themselves?
Redirecting subsidies to consumers could provide more flexibility & choice, but risks higher premiums & less stable insurance markets if insurers respond by increasing prices. Additional questions to answer in comments.
www.axios.com/2025/11/08/t...
Redirecting subsidies to consumers could provide more flexibility & choice, but risks higher premiums & less stable insurance markets if insurers respond by increasing prices. Additional questions to answer in comments.
www.axios.com/2025/11/08/t...
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/we...
We Sign On to Uphold the Paris Agreement!
The Paris Agreement represents a global promise by governments to fulfill their moral obligation by restoring and preserving our most foundational right—the right to a livable planet. As the leader of...
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October 27, 2025 at 11:55 PM
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/we...
In case you are wondering if cutting snap benefits as a result of the shutdown, it isn't. Here's some clarity.
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Trump Administration Is Legally Required to Provide SNAP in Shutdown, Contrary to Its Claims
Secretary Rollins’ claim that the Trump Administration is unable to deliver November SNAP benefits during a shutdown is unequivocally false. The Administration is legally required to use contingency r...
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October 27, 2025 at 2:04 PM
In case you are wondering if cutting snap benefits as a result of the shutdown, it isn't. Here's some clarity.
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During the government shutdown, President Trump:
- Raised $250 million from billionaires for a ballroom
- Gave Qatar an Air Force facility in Idaho
- Doubled Argentina's bailout to $40 billion
What happened to America First?
- Raised $250 million from billionaires for a ballroom
- Gave Qatar an Air Force facility in Idaho
- Doubled Argentina's bailout to $40 billion
What happened to America First?
October 23, 2025 at 4:27 PM
During the government shutdown, President Trump:
- Raised $250 million from billionaires for a ballroom
- Gave Qatar an Air Force facility in Idaho
- Doubled Argentina's bailout to $40 billion
What happened to America First?
- Raised $250 million from billionaires for a ballroom
- Gave Qatar an Air Force facility in Idaho
- Doubled Argentina's bailout to $40 billion
What happened to America First?
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Donald Trump's ambiguous attitude towards Moscow's invasion of Ukraine has put the onus on Europe to bolster its support.
But at yesterday's EUCO meeting, Europe failed to convince Belgium to use its frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/ukra...
But at yesterday's EUCO meeting, Europe failed to convince Belgium to use its frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/ukra...
October 24, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Donald Trump's ambiguous attitude towards Moscow's invasion of Ukraine has put the onus on Europe to bolster its support.
But at yesterday's EUCO meeting, Europe failed to convince Belgium to use its frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/ukra...
But at yesterday's EUCO meeting, Europe failed to convince Belgium to use its frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/ukra...
While this headline might seem flashy. These articles are thought-provoking and well researched.
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The best of POLITICO’s coverage selected by Senior Executive Editor Kate Day. By KATE DAY View in your browser Dear readers, One of those weeks in which Monday feels like a lifetime ago. It was, of…
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October 18, 2025 at 3:13 PM
While this headline might seem flashy. These articles are thought-provoking and well researched.
If you're attending a No King protest l. No your rights. Check out the ACLU Link below.
www.aclu.org/news/civil-l...
www.aclu.org/news/civil-l...
Live Coverage: No Kings National Day of Action
Follow for live coverage of the nationwide peaceful protests to condemn President Trump's escalating abuses of power.
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October 18, 2025 at 3:08 PM
If you're attending a No King protest l. No your rights. Check out the ACLU Link below.
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If you are a federal worker, there are several credit unions and other financial institutions that are offering zero interest loans during the government shutdown.
Please go to my website for more information: www.sanders.senate.gov/resources-fo...
Please go to my website for more information: www.sanders.senate.gov/resources-fo...
October 8, 2025 at 6:24 PM
If you are a federal worker, there are several credit unions and other financial institutions that are offering zero interest loans during the government shutdown.
Please go to my website for more information: www.sanders.senate.gov/resources-fo...
Please go to my website for more information: www.sanders.senate.gov/resources-fo...
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Portland — a city recognized for its civic activism, creativity, & commitment to democratic values — is now subject to an unjustified deployment of federal troops. This action undermines local authority and threatens the very freedoms our democracy is meant to protect. Full statement: bit.ly/4gODhDc
September 30, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Portland — a city recognized for its civic activism, creativity, & commitment to democratic values — is now subject to an unjustified deployment of federal troops. This action undermines local authority and threatens the very freedoms our democracy is meant to protect. Full statement: bit.ly/4gODhDc
To be clear, Fascist refers to a far-right, authoritarian ultranationalist political ideology and movement, characterized by dictatorial power, forcible suppression of opposition, and strong regimentation of society and the economy, extreme nationalism, militarism, often racism or xenophobia.
September 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM
To be clear, Fascist refers to a far-right, authoritarian ultranationalist political ideology and movement, characterized by dictatorial power, forcible suppression of opposition, and strong regimentation of society and the economy, extreme nationalism, militarism, often racism or xenophobia.
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The DOJ's "demand for voters’ personal information, including driver’s license numbers and Social Security numbers, is unprecedented and unlawful, and we will vigorously fight the federal government’s overreach in court."
www.motherjones.com
September 27, 2025 at 12:10 PM
The DOJ's "demand for voters’ personal information, including driver’s license numbers and Social Security numbers, is unprecedented and unlawful, and we will vigorously fight the federal government’s overreach in court."
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Freedom is not about saying nice things or agreeing with those in power.
It is not flattering the President of the United States.
It is the right to express your point of view without government interference.
We must not allow anybody to take that freedom away.
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It is not flattering the President of the United States.
It is the right to express your point of view without government interference.
We must not allow anybody to take that freedom away.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYTY...
Republicans: Stop Using the Word “Freedom”
YouTube video by Senator Bernie Sanders
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September 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Freedom is not about saying nice things or agreeing with those in power.
It is not flattering the President of the United States.
It is the right to express your point of view without government interference.
We must not allow anybody to take that freedom away.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYTY...
It is not flattering the President of the United States.
It is the right to express your point of view without government interference.
We must not allow anybody to take that freedom away.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYTY...
When a country ceases to enforce its laws, it becomes a Lawless Republic, a harbinger of its decline.
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Lawless Republic: The Rise of Cicero and the Decline of Rome
The Rise of Cicero and the Decline of Rome
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September 22, 2025 at 2:08 PM
When a country ceases to enforce its laws, it becomes a Lawless Republic, a harbinger of its decline.
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No surprise that a President once prosecuted for discrimination and unfair housing practices targets the agency responsible for enforcement of those laws
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/r...
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/r...
Trump Appointees Roll Back Enforcement of Fair Housing Laws
www.nytimes.com
September 22, 2025 at 2:03 PM
No surprise that a President once prosecuted for discrimination and unfair housing practices targets the agency responsible for enforcement of those laws
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/r...
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/22/r...
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ICE treats you like a “living ghost,” one woman said from detention. “They don’t care if you die.”
Inside the “psychological torture” regime targeting migrants who can’t be sent home.
Inside the “psychological torture” regime targeting migrants who can’t be sent home.
They’ve won in court, but ICE is still detaining and trying to deport them
Inside the “psychological torture” regime targeting migrants who can't be sent home.
www.motherjones.com
September 22, 2025 at 12:45 PM
ICE treats you like a “living ghost,” one woman said from detention. “They don’t care if you die.”
Inside the “psychological torture” regime targeting migrants who can’t be sent home.
Inside the “psychological torture” regime targeting migrants who can’t be sent home.
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😊I want to keep this!
September 21, 2025 at 5:43 PM
😊I want to keep this!
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September 22, 2025 at 2:33 AM
If you're looking for an Amazon alternative for both your print and e-books. This is a great start. They support local bookstores. Favorite your local store and 30% of the profit from the book goes to that store, a great way to support your local community bookstore.
bookshop.org/info/about-us
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Kimmel wasn’t fired for his remarks on Kirk—he was fired for using his platform to expose and critique our government. Enough! We especially need large corporations, with the money and influence they have, to fight back. sign.moveon.org/petitions/ki...
Reinstate Jimmy Kimmel and stop caving to authoritarian censorship!
Kimmel wasn’t fired for his remarks on Kirk—he was fired for using his platform to expose and critique our government. Enough! We especially need large corporations, with the money and influence they ...
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September 22, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Kimmel wasn’t fired for his remarks on Kirk—he was fired for using his platform to expose and critique our government. Enough! We especially need large corporations, with the money and influence they have, to fight back. sign.moveon.org/petitions/ki...
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Mr. President, your party controls the House, the Senate and the White House.
Do not shut down the government.
Do not shut down the government.
September 13, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Mr. President, your party controls the House, the Senate and the White House.
Do not shut down the government.
Do not shut down the government.