Laura Swash
@laswa.bsky.social
Psychology teacher, scuba diver, gardener and occasional writer. Living on Porto Santo island.
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Trump: “I THINK ITS TIME AMERICA SHOULD MOVE ON FROM THE EPSTEIN FILES!”
I cant possibly imagine why Trump would say that! Can YOU?
I cant possibly imagine why Trump would say that! Can YOU?
February 5, 2026 at 6:31 AM
Trump: “I THINK ITS TIME AMERICA SHOULD MOVE ON FROM THE EPSTEIN FILES!”
I cant possibly imagine why Trump would say that! Can YOU?
I cant possibly imagine why Trump would say that! Can YOU?
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If Jeff Bezos could afford to spend $75 million on the Melania movie & $500 million for a yacht to sail off to his $55 million wedding to give his wife a $5 million ring, please don't tell me he needed to fire one-third of the Washington Post staff.
Democracy dies in oligarchy.
Democracy dies in oligarchy.
February 5, 2026 at 12:16 AM
If Jeff Bezos could afford to spend $75 million on the Melania movie & $500 million for a yacht to sail off to his $55 million wedding to give his wife a $5 million ring, please don't tell me he needed to fire one-third of the Washington Post staff.
Democracy dies in oligarchy.
Democracy dies in oligarchy.
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Hit them where it hurts people.
Straight in the wallet.
Easiest quickest way to resist ?
Unsubscribe. And it's a way the whole world can support democracy.
Doesn't have to be forever.
But for now.
Straight in the wallet.
Easiest quickest way to resist ?
Unsubscribe. And it's a way the whole world can support democracy.
Doesn't have to be forever.
But for now.
Unsubscribe from Amazon. Plus, my thoughts on Mark Zuckerberg’s monopoly. www.resistandunsubscribe.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:18 AM
Hit them where it hurts people.
Straight in the wallet.
Easiest quickest way to resist ?
Unsubscribe. And it's a way the whole world can support democracy.
Doesn't have to be forever.
But for now.
Straight in the wallet.
Easiest quickest way to resist ?
Unsubscribe. And it's a way the whole world can support democracy.
Doesn't have to be forever.
But for now.
We can’t believe this is OK. Please sign and share secure.avaaz.org/campaign/en/...
Iran -- Over 5,000 killed by the regime
Join this urgent call to world leaders
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February 2, 2026 at 11:33 AM
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European Movement UK has grown from 27,005 to 27,172 members today (and was at 26,000 last month).
Looks like things are taking off for the Rejoin campaign this year! 🔥🚀
Make sure you’re a member too. We’ll only get back into the EU by professional campaigning and mass support. 👇👇
Looks like things are taking off for the Rejoin campaign this year! 🔥🚀
Make sure you’re a member too. We’ll only get back into the EU by professional campaigning and mass support. 👇👇
Become a Member of the European Movement
Join the movement for a European future
www.europeanmovement.co.uk
January 31, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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My first remarks since being arrested last night.
January 30, 2026 at 11:30 PM
My first remarks since being arrested last night.
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1/ This is a good demonstration of how false claims about Russian advances are generated. A small group, or a single man, goes on a suicide mission to raise a Russian flag in a Ukrainian-held village. They do so but are quickly killed or captured.
Ukraine’s Southern Defense Forces said reports about the occupation of Ternuvate in the Zaporizhzhia region are false. A Russian sabotage group briefly entered the village but was cleared within an hour, with some attackers killed and others captured. #Ukraine
January 31, 2026 at 12:16 AM
1/ This is a good demonstration of how false claims about Russian advances are generated. A small group, or a single man, goes on a suicide mission to raise a Russian flag in a Ukrainian-held village. They do so but are quickly killed or captured.
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ICE’s tactics have been terrifying and tragic, but Minneapolis is responding in incredible ways. Residents are organizing, feeding and housing their neighbors, and putting real social infrastructure in place. What’s taking shape isn’t just a reaction, it’s a blueprint for resistance.
Minneapolis' Community-Driven Anti-ICE Organizing Is Showing The Way
What Minneapolis activists have to teach us about organizing communities to resist ICE
thinkbigpicture.substack.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:04 AM
ICE’s tactics have been terrifying and tragic, but Minneapolis is responding in incredible ways. Residents are organizing, feeding and housing their neighbors, and putting real social infrastructure in place. What’s taking shape isn’t just a reaction, it’s a blueprint for resistance.
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Good to see this practical solidarity with Ukraine.
Russia is not interested in peace, and won't tolerate a free Ukraine.
It's clear that Trump, Kushner and Witkoff can't be trusted.
Europe is stepping up, and must continue to do so.
www.ukrinform.net/rubric-econo...
#StandWithUkraine
Russia is not interested in peace, and won't tolerate a free Ukraine.
It's clear that Trump, Kushner and Witkoff can't be trusted.
Europe is stepping up, and must continue to do so.
www.ukrinform.net/rubric-econo...
#StandWithUkraine
January 30, 2026 at 8:39 AM
Good to see this practical solidarity with Ukraine.
Russia is not interested in peace, and won't tolerate a free Ukraine.
It's clear that Trump, Kushner and Witkoff can't be trusted.
Europe is stepping up, and must continue to do so.
www.ukrinform.net/rubric-econo...
#StandWithUkraine
Russia is not interested in peace, and won't tolerate a free Ukraine.
It's clear that Trump, Kushner and Witkoff can't be trusted.
Europe is stepping up, and must continue to do so.
www.ukrinform.net/rubric-econo...
#StandWithUkraine
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Important. There has not been a deescalation.
January 28, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Important. There has not been a deescalation.
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Iran’s security forces are responsible for mass killings.
Today, we are imposing new sanctions on those directly responsible for the violent crackdown on protests that has killed thousands (1/2)
Today, we are imposing new sanctions on those directly responsible for the violent crackdown on protests that has killed thousands (1/2)
January 29, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Iran’s security forces are responsible for mass killings.
Today, we are imposing new sanctions on those directly responsible for the violent crackdown on protests that has killed thousands (1/2)
Today, we are imposing new sanctions on those directly responsible for the violent crackdown on protests that has killed thousands (1/2)
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I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
Stay free
Stay free
Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
youtu.be
January 28, 2026 at 5:02 PM
I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
Stay free
Stay free
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I wrote about my childhood friend Alexi Pretti. Please read it and share it and remember him as a human being. @theverge.com
I grew up with Alex Pretti
The kind-hearted ICU nurse shot by ICE agents was my childhood best friend.
www.theverge.com
January 27, 2026 at 4:45 PM
I wrote about my childhood friend Alexi Pretti. Please read it and share it and remember him as a human being. @theverge.com
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Ian Austin, an Army veteran, was arrested for protesting ICE in Minneapolis. But he’s continued protesting. Senior reporter @julialurie.bsky.social spoke to him.
“When they say, ‘Why would you be out here?’ How the fuck could I not be out here?” he says. “My nation is under attack."
“When they say, ‘Why would you be out here?’ How the fuck could I not be out here?” he says. “My nation is under attack."
January 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Ian Austin, an Army veteran, was arrested for protesting ICE in Minneapolis. But he’s continued protesting. Senior reporter @julialurie.bsky.social spoke to him.
“When they say, ‘Why would you be out here?’ How the fuck could I not be out here?” he says. “My nation is under attack."
“When they say, ‘Why would you be out here?’ How the fuck could I not be out here?” he says. “My nation is under attack."
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Donald Trump repeatedly heckled in Iowa amid wave of mounting anger at his administration
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
Donald Trump repeatedly heckled in Iowa amid wave of mounting anger
Within moments of taking the stage, Trump had started making false claims about the 2020 US election being stolen from him. And he suggested to the crowd that he should be allowed to stand again in 20...
www.mirror.co.uk
January 27, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Donald Trump repeatedly heckled in Iowa amid wave of mounting anger at his administration
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
One of the most detailed articles yet on how Iran is repressing the protests. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/w...
How Iran Crushed a Citizen Uprising With Lethal Force
www.nytimes.com
January 27, 2026 at 9:47 PM
One of the most detailed articles yet on how Iran is repressing the protests. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/w...
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We can and we will do better!
Major legal win in bid to overturn Palestine Action ban
www.thenational.scot/news/2580004...
Major legal win in bid to overturn Palestine Action ban
www.thenational.scot/news/2580004...
Major legal win in bid to overturn Palestine Action ban
A LEGAL bid to overturn the Palestine Action proscription through the Scottish courts has passed a major milestone as judges have approved plans for…
www.thenational.scot
January 27, 2026 at 11:59 AM
We can and we will do better!
Major legal win in bid to overturn Palestine Action ban
www.thenational.scot/news/2580004...
Major legal win in bid to overturn Palestine Action ban
www.thenational.scot/news/2580004...
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Neil Young Trashes Amazon, Gives His Complete Musical Catalog to Greenland for Free - Rolling Stone
January 27, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Neil Young Trashes Amazon, Gives His Complete Musical Catalog to Greenland for Free - Rolling Stone
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And you just know those Islingtonians were being ironic.
UK cinemas being paid to play Amazon's pro-Trump propaganda film to near empty rooms
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
January 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM
And you just know those Islingtonians were being ironic.
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Letitia Wright, Cate Blanchett and Sandra Oh to star in National Theatre shows
Letitia Wright, Cate Blanchett and Sandra Oh to star in National Theatre shows
Lineup for 2026 includes a Molière adaptation and a mash-up of Sophocles and Ingmar Bergman
www.theguardian.com
January 27, 2026 at 8:59 AM
Letitia Wright, Cate Blanchett and Sandra Oh to star in National Theatre shows
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The Muslim Vote UK will endorse the Green Party in the Gorton and Denton by-election.
January 26, 2026 at 3:04 PM
The Muslim Vote UK will endorse the Green Party in the Gorton and Denton by-election.
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In return for surrendering territory Russia has tried & failed to capture for 4 years what would Ukraine get?
Worthless "security guarantees" from Trump!
Europe must back Ukraine in rejecting these demands. Ukraine's freedom and our collective security depends on it!
Worthless "security guarantees" from Trump!
Europe must back Ukraine in rejecting these demands. Ukraine's freedom and our collective security depends on it!
January 27, 2026 at 8:28 AM
In return for surrendering territory Russia has tried & failed to capture for 4 years what would Ukraine get?
Worthless "security guarantees" from Trump!
Europe must back Ukraine in rejecting these demands. Ukraine's freedom and our collective security depends on it!
Worthless "security guarantees" from Trump!
Europe must back Ukraine in rejecting these demands. Ukraine's freedom and our collective security depends on it!
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The Trump admin has indicated to Ukraine that US security guarantees are contingent on Kyiv first agreeing a peace deal that would likely involve ceding the Donbas region to Russia…
Scoop with FT comrades
@maxseddon.bsky.social
@henryjfoy.ft.com
@a-mackinnon.bsky.social
Scoop with FT comrades
@maxseddon.bsky.social
@henryjfoy.ft.com
@a-mackinnon.bsky.social
US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory
[FREE TO READ] Washington signalled Kyiv would receive more backing after any withdrawal from the Donbas, say people familiar with talks
as.ft.com
January 27, 2026 at 5:12 AM
The Trump admin has indicated to Ukraine that US security guarantees are contingent on Kyiv first agreeing a peace deal that would likely involve ceding the Donbas region to Russia…
Scoop with FT comrades
@maxseddon.bsky.social
@henryjfoy.ft.com
@a-mackinnon.bsky.social
Scoop with FT comrades
@maxseddon.bsky.social
@henryjfoy.ft.com
@a-mackinnon.bsky.social
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Rest in Peace Alex Jeffrey Pretti🙏🏾 The VA ICU Nurses send him off right 💔
January 26, 2026 at 5:04 AM
Rest in Peace Alex Jeffrey Pretti🙏🏾 The VA ICU Nurses send him off right 💔