Jim Whitney
@jimwhitney.bsky.social
Fan of our national parks, baseball, dogs, good journalism, West Coast IPAs. Father, husband, biker. Ex JEC, Dem politics. A bit uncertain about the future.
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Two female ICE agents popped the hood of their car and knocked on the door of a mechanic born in Mexico. He went out to help.
“A bunch of agents jump out and tackle him, essentially restraining him, and take him away...His six kids are now without their father." www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
“A bunch of agents jump out and tackle him, essentially restraining him, and take him away...His six kids are now without their father." www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
ICE drawdown? Indications point to steady enforcement activity outside the Twin Cities
Some people who observe ICE activity are skeptical about a large scale drawdown of agents in the state. There are indications that activity has decreased in the Twin Cities, but has continued outside ...
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February 19, 2026 at 1:42 AM
Two female ICE agents popped the hood of their car and knocked on the door of a mechanic born in Mexico. He went out to help.
“A bunch of agents jump out and tackle him, essentially restraining him, and take him away...His six kids are now without their father." www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
“A bunch of agents jump out and tackle him, essentially restraining him, and take him away...His six kids are now without their father." www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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@wsj.com is the leading voice for business interests, but lately even it can’t deny how unequal our economy is.
Corporate profits and billionaire wealth are soaring while millions struggle to afford basics.
This is no longer activist rhetoric—it’s the market verdict on a system tilted to capital.
Corporate profits and billionaire wealth are soaring while millions struggle to afford basics.
This is no longer activist rhetoric—it’s the market verdict on a system tilted to capital.
February 18, 2026 at 9:47 PM
@wsj.com is the leading voice for business interests, but lately even it can’t deny how unequal our economy is.
Corporate profits and billionaire wealth are soaring while millions struggle to afford basics.
This is no longer activist rhetoric—it’s the market verdict on a system tilted to capital.
Corporate profits and billionaire wealth are soaring while millions struggle to afford basics.
This is no longer activist rhetoric—it’s the market verdict on a system tilted to capital.
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notorious radical left communist rag says tax the rich
February 18, 2026 at 4:03 PM
notorious radical left communist rag says tax the rich
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It's hard to believe that you could be the trade representative for a major power and not know that tariffs are regressive.
My econ 101 students know what the word regressive means, and that tariffs are regressive. Many could even cite studies on the subject.
My econ 101 students know what the word regressive means, and that tariffs are regressive. Many could even cite studies on the subject.
Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on tariffs: "It's not regressive. Most consumption in America is done by the wealthiest people. So the idea it's somehow regressive is just wrong."
February 18, 2026 at 2:50 AM
It's hard to believe that you could be the trade representative for a major power and not know that tariffs are regressive.
My econ 101 students know what the word regressive means, and that tariffs are regressive. Many could even cite studies on the subject.
My econ 101 students know what the word regressive means, and that tariffs are regressive. Many could even cite studies on the subject.
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Gov candidate and Sec of State Shenna Bellows goes after Susan Collins over her support for the GOP bill to make voting harder -- for married older women in particular. #MEpolitics
In case our Senator Susan Collins missed Maine’s election results back in November, here’s a handy link. Maine voters don’t support restrictions on voting, www.maine.gov/sos/election...
Election Results/Data | SOS
Election ResultsRanked-choice voting results tabulation glossary2025 ElectionsNovember 4, 2025 - Referendum Election
www.maine.gov
February 18, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Gov candidate and Sec of State Shenna Bellows goes after Susan Collins over her support for the GOP bill to make voting harder -- for married older women in particular. #MEpolitics
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Republicans love to talk about “toning down the rhetoric."
When a member of their caucus spews disgusting, racist vitriol like this?
Crickets.
Political violence, xenophobia, and attacks on Muslim communities are rising, and Republican leaders are enabling it.
He should resign immediately.
When a member of their caucus spews disgusting, racist vitriol like this?
Crickets.
Political violence, xenophobia, and attacks on Muslim communities are rising, and Republican leaders are enabling it.
He should resign immediately.
Republican congressman's anti-Muslim remark prompts calls for his resignation
Rep. Randy Fine's post on X drew fire from Democrats and a major Islamic civil rights group.
www.nbcnews.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Republicans love to talk about “toning down the rhetoric."
When a member of their caucus spews disgusting, racist vitriol like this?
Crickets.
Political violence, xenophobia, and attacks on Muslim communities are rising, and Republican leaders are enabling it.
He should resign immediately.
When a member of their caucus spews disgusting, racist vitriol like this?
Crickets.
Political violence, xenophobia, and attacks on Muslim communities are rising, and Republican leaders are enabling it.
He should resign immediately.
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Let me tell you about the SAVE Act. You need to know about it.
It’s Trump’s first (of likely many) major attempt to rig the election in his favor. It takes away the right to vote for millions and allows your voting records to be erased. We cannot let it pass the Senate.
It’s Trump’s first (of likely many) major attempt to rig the election in his favor. It takes away the right to vote for millions and allows your voting records to be erased. We cannot let it pass the Senate.
February 17, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Let me tell you about the SAVE Act. You need to know about it.
It’s Trump’s first (of likely many) major attempt to rig the election in his favor. It takes away the right to vote for millions and allows your voting records to be erased. We cannot let it pass the Senate.
It’s Trump’s first (of likely many) major attempt to rig the election in his favor. It takes away the right to vote for millions and allows your voting records to be erased. We cannot let it pass the Senate.
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It costs $130 + a $35 facility fee to obtain a passport and an extra $30 for a passport card. In California, fees for certified copies of vital records are between $18 and $31 each. How is the SAVE Act not a poll tax?
February 17, 2026 at 3:33 PM
It costs $130 + a $35 facility fee to obtain a passport and an extra $30 for a passport card. In California, fees for certified copies of vital records are between $18 and $31 each. How is the SAVE Act not a poll tax?
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🚨 Breaking news in Epstein Case 🚨 The New Mexico Legislature has passed HR1 to convene a Truth Commission and investigate Epstein’s crimes in NM, including at Zorro Ranch—led by State Reps Andrea Romero and Marianna Anaya.
Full explainer here: youtu.be/DnOTfR_msPw?...
Full explainer here: youtu.be/DnOTfR_msPw?...
February 17, 2026 at 3:50 AM
🚨 Breaking news in Epstein Case 🚨 The New Mexico Legislature has passed HR1 to convene a Truth Commission and investigate Epstein’s crimes in NM, including at Zorro Ranch—led by State Reps Andrea Romero and Marianna Anaya.
Full explainer here: youtu.be/DnOTfR_msPw?...
Full explainer here: youtu.be/DnOTfR_msPw?...
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The FBI interviewed a Jeffrey Epstein victim who alleged that President Donald Trump sexually abused her when she was a teenager, documents from the Justice Department file dump revealed.
FBI Interviewed Underage Trump Accuser, Bombshell Epstein File Reveals
A paper trail starting with an FBI slideshow is raising new questions about the president.
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February 17, 2026 at 4:15 AM
The FBI interviewed a Jeffrey Epstein victim who alleged that President Donald Trump sexually abused her when she was a teenager, documents from the Justice Department file dump revealed.
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L.A. Mayor Bass says LA28 head Wasserman should step down
L.A. Mayor Bass says LA28 head Wasserman should step down
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass said that LA28 head Casey Wasserman should step down from leading the Olympics.
www.latimes.com
February 17, 2026 at 2:39 AM
L.A. Mayor Bass says LA28 head Wasserman should step down
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I think this is paywalled but you can get the gist www.ajc.com/news/2026/02...
Georgia Army veteran deported by ICE after 50 years in U.S.
Godfrey Wade was arrested by immigration authorities following a traffic stop and was deported because of minor criminal violations from 20 years ago.
www.ajc.com
February 17, 2026 at 2:37 AM
I think this is paywalled but you can get the gist www.ajc.com/news/2026/02...
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America’s top diplomat traveled to Hungary and endorsed Viktor Orban, the far-right prime minister seeking his fifth straight term in office. https://to.pbs.org/3OcsUPo
Rubio bolsters Hungary's far-right leader days after push to mend U.S. ties in Europe
America’s top diplomat traveled to Hungary and endorsed that country’s far-right prime minister, who is seeking his fifth straight term in office. Viktor Orban has cracked down on the media, civil soc...
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February 17, 2026 at 2:20 AM
America’s top diplomat traveled to Hungary and endorsed Viktor Orban, the far-right prime minister seeking his fifth straight term in office. https://to.pbs.org/3OcsUPo
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Bari Weiss: Anderson, how about if you become my CBS Evening News anchor, in addition to your 60 Minutes duties?
Anderson Cooper: How about if I just quit CBS News altogether?
Via @oliverdarcy.bsky.social
www.status.news/p/anderson-c...
Anderson Cooper: How about if I just quit CBS News altogether?
Via @oliverdarcy.bsky.social
www.status.news/p/anderson-c...
February 17, 2026 at 12:51 AM
Bari Weiss: Anderson, how about if you become my CBS Evening News anchor, in addition to your 60 Minutes duties?
Anderson Cooper: How about if I just quit CBS News altogether?
Via @oliverdarcy.bsky.social
www.status.news/p/anderson-c...
Anderson Cooper: How about if I just quit CBS News altogether?
Via @oliverdarcy.bsky.social
www.status.news/p/anderson-c...
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CBS Quietly Decides to Retain Peter Attia as Contributor Despite Epstein Fallout, Network Staffers Say
CBS Quietly Decides to Retain Peter Attia as Contributor Despite Epstein Fallout, Network Staffers Say
Attia was introduced by Bari Weiss in late January as a new CBS contibutor only to be featured in the Epstein documents tranche released by the DOJ days later.
The post CBS Quietly Decides to Retain Peter Attia as Contributor Despite Epstein Fallout, Network Staffers Say first appeared on Mediaite.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:46 PM
CBS Quietly Decides to Retain Peter Attia as Contributor Despite Epstein Fallout, Network Staffers Say
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MacKenzie Scott's net worth is less than a third of the most generous billionaire on this list but to date she has given away an amount close to half of Buffett's donations, multiples of anyone else on the list while innovating a whole new model of more fficient & effective giving...
February 16, 2026 at 8:41 PM
MacKenzie Scott's net worth is less than a third of the most generous billionaire on this list but to date she has given away an amount close to half of Buffett's donations, multiples of anyone else on the list while innovating a whole new model of more fficient & effective giving...
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Calling it now: the US political media's treatment of AOC is going to make their treatment of Hillary Clinton or Al Gore look like a model of balance and discretion.
Have you ever once seen the New York Times quote Trump like this?
February 16, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Calling it now: the US political media's treatment of AOC is going to make their treatment of Hillary Clinton or Al Gore look like a model of balance and discretion.
Natural arch in Boulder, for something different...
February 16, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Natural arch in Boulder, for something different...
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Haven't posted this in a while but it seems worth revisiting. #MEpolitics
February 16, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Haven't posted this in a while but it seems worth revisiting. #MEpolitics
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Trump increased YOUR taxes
WSJ Editorial board hits Trump: “No matter how often President Trump insists his tariffs are taxing foreigners to enrich the U.S., economic studies keep showing that Americans actually pay the bill.”https://www.wsj.com/opinion/donald-trump-tariffs-consumers-new-york-federal-reserve-study-95bed1bc
Opinion | You’re Paying 90% of Trump’s Tariffs
So the New York Federal Reserve says in the latest look at import prices.
www.wsj.com
February 16, 2026 at 3:34 AM
Trump increased YOUR taxes
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At least half a dozen top Trump administration officials appear in the Jeffrey Epstein files
www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...
www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...
At least half a dozen top Trump administration officials appear in the Jeffrey Epstein files
The degree to which each person was connected to Epstein varies significantly, from a single email to years of communications.
www.nbcnews.com
February 16, 2026 at 2:16 AM
At least half a dozen top Trump administration officials appear in the Jeffrey Epstein files
www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...
www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...