Left Of Lansing
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Pat Johnston's Progressive Podcast covering Michigan politics and pop culture!
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The MAGA Media Propaganda Machine w/ Jennifer Schulze of Indistinct Chatter
#podcast #progressives #politics #michigan #Democrats #MAGA #Republicans #Trump #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Greenland #AmericaFirst #WorkingClass #RxKids #MattHall #Whi...
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New Episode! The MAGA Media Propaganda Machine w/ @newsjennifer.bsky.social of Indistinct Chatter. We talk how Nick Shirley's propaganda vids led to ICE in Minneapolis, and the downfall of CBS News. Plus, MAGA Michigan attacks RxKids, and where is Whitmer nowadays? audioboom.com/posts/883819...
The United States of America is under attack by its own White House.
January 24, 2026 at 10:30 PM
The United States of America is under attack by its own White House.
Good!
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz activated the National Guard following a fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis.
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January 24, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Good!
Here’s my 70-second explanation on why being a MAGA talker is easy work. Punching down while simultaneously playing an aggrieved white male AND hyping up the corporate billionaire class are the prerequisites.
Being a MAGA Talker Is Easy Work! #politics #Democrats #leftoflansing #maga
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January 24, 2026 at 9:13 PM
Here’s my 70-second explanation on why being a MAGA talker is easy work. Punching down while simultaneously playing an aggrieved white male AND hyping up the corporate billionaire class are the prerequisites.
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Our government deputized a poorly trained, under-qualified gang of militia to roam our streets.
Like so much with Trump, the Minnesota murders are the result of an idea that’s idiotic at face value, carried out as stupidly and malevolently as possible.
Now at horrific scale.
Like so much with Trump, the Minnesota murders are the result of an idea that’s idiotic at face value, carried out as stupidly and malevolently as possible.
Now at horrific scale.
Walz: "I call on all Americans to see the decency this state is exhibiting, and the horrific cruelty, unprofessional, absolute abomination that is passing for what these f--- ICE agents are doing on our streets."
January 24, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Our government deputized a poorly trained, under-qualified gang of militia to roam our streets.
Like so much with Trump, the Minnesota murders are the result of an idea that’s idiotic at face value, carried out as stupidly and malevolently as possible.
Now at horrific scale.
Like so much with Trump, the Minnesota murders are the result of an idea that’s idiotic at face value, carried out as stupidly and malevolently as possible.
Now at horrific scale.
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Federal immigration officers shot a third Minnesotan in as many weeks, according to video posted to social media and confirmed in a post by Gov. Tim Walz.
“Minnesota has had it. This is sickening,” said Waltz.
From the @minnesotareformer.com
“Minnesota has had it. This is sickening,” said Waltz.
From the @minnesotareformer.com
Another Minnesotan shot and killed by feds • Michigan Advance
Federal immigration officers shot a third Minnesotan in as many weeks, according to video posted to social media and confirmed in a post by Gov. Tim Walz. “I just spoke with the White House after anot...
michiganadvance.com
January 24, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Federal immigration officers shot a third Minnesotan in as many weeks, according to video posted to social media and confirmed in a post by Gov. Tim Walz.
“Minnesota has had it. This is sickening,” said Waltz.
From the @minnesotareformer.com
“Minnesota has had it. This is sickening,” said Waltz.
From the @minnesotareformer.com
How can you "reform" this kind of lawlessness? And do you believe Sen. Slotkin should apologize for describing ICE as "law enforcement?"
Another person was killed by ICE in Minneapolis, after state leaders told them to leave, local officials told them to leave, and local law enforcement told them to leave.
But Trump’s ICE continues on its collision course making our communities LESS safe - not more.
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But Trump’s ICE continues on its collision course making our communities LESS safe - not more.
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January 24, 2026 at 6:59 PM
How can you "reform" this kind of lawlessness? And do you believe Sen. Slotkin should apologize for describing ICE as "law enforcement?"
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It’s because we leave the primary elections to moderates, by not voting in them. The reason moderate & centrist democrats are elected is because of the abandonment of the primaries by the people. The refusal to help pick the nominee, so they can complain about the general election both being evils.
How Democrats can remain silent, or offer tepid statements, while the Trump Regime executes AMERICANS is abhorrent. Where are Slotkin & Whitmer?
January 24, 2026 at 6:47 PM
It’s because we leave the primary elections to moderates, by not voting in them. The reason moderate & centrist democrats are elected is because of the abandonment of the primaries by the people. The refusal to help pick the nominee, so they can complain about the general election both being evils.
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Just had a few Trumpers tell me that Missouri has some of the highest utilities prices because of far left policies…in Missouri 😂
January 24, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Just had a few Trumpers tell me that Missouri has some of the highest utilities prices because of far left policies…in Missouri 😂
Don't doubt for a minute that hurting Minneapolis' economy was also a top goal. Brought to you by the "American First" party.
Mpls Emergency Mgmt Director Sayre: "I can't underscore enough how much Operation Metro Surge is impacting our city. Families with loved ones detained and those who are afraid to be in public lneed help accessing most basic necessities, like food, housing, rides to school. Businesses are shuttering"
January 24, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Don't doubt for a minute that hurting Minneapolis' economy was also a top goal. Brought to you by the "American First" party.
This week's Left of Lansing "Friday Short." Democratic "Centrists" Vote For Trump's ICE Gestapo. #ICE #politics #Michigan #Progressives #Slotkin audioboom.com/posts/884419...
Friday Short: Democratic "Centrists" Vote For Trump's ICE Gestapo
#podcast #progressive #Democrats #Michigan #ElissaSlotkin #Slotkin #Republicans #MAGA #Trump #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #ICE #Immigration #HenryCuellar #WorkingClass #A...
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January 24, 2026 at 5:57 PM
This week's Left of Lansing "Friday Short." Democratic "Centrists" Vote For Trump's ICE Gestapo. #ICE #politics #Michigan #Progressives #Slotkin audioboom.com/posts/884419...
You could make a stand right now, or just release statements.
I just spoke with the White House after another horrific shooting by federal agents this morning. Minnesota has had it. This is sickening.
The President must end this operation. Pull the thousands of violent, untrained officers out of Minnesota. Now.
The President must end this operation. Pull the thousands of violent, untrained officers out of Minnesota. Now.
January 24, 2026 at 5:51 PM
You could make a stand right now, or just release statements.
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Last I checked murder is illegal and you run the state. Do your job.
I just spoke with the White House after another horrific shooting by federal agents this morning. Minnesota has had it. This is sickening.
The President must end this operation. Pull the thousands of violent, untrained officers out of Minnesota. Now.
The President must end this operation. Pull the thousands of violent, untrained officers out of Minnesota. Now.
January 24, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Last I checked murder is illegal and you run the state. Do your job.
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ICE is just Proud Boy domestic terrorists equipped and deputized by the lawless thug in the tacky, gilded Oval Office.
January 24, 2026 at 3:26 PM
ICE is just Proud Boy domestic terrorists equipped and deputized by the lawless thug in the tacky, gilded Oval Office.
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I keep hearing and seeing people talk about a "shrinking" population. This is bullshit.
Growth has slowed, largely because of MAGA. But we are still growing, not shrinking.
www.npr.org/2026/01/07/n...
Growth has slowed, largely because of MAGA. But we are still growing, not shrinking.
www.npr.org/2026/01/07/n...
U.S. population growth is slowing. The immigration crackdown is a major factor
Congressional forecasters have lowered their projection for U.S. population growth over the next decade by 7 million people as a result of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown as well as f...
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January 24, 2026 at 5:42 PM
I keep hearing and seeing people talk about a "shrinking" population. This is bullshit.
Growth has slowed, largely because of MAGA. But we are still growing, not shrinking.
www.npr.org/2026/01/07/n...
Growth has slowed, largely because of MAGA. But we are still growing, not shrinking.
www.npr.org/2026/01/07/n...
Expecting MAGA to stand-up for the right to bear arms at any moment, now.
January 24, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Expecting MAGA to stand-up for the right to bear arms at any moment, now.
How Democrats can remain silent, or offer tepid statements, while the Trump Regime executes AMERICANS is abhorrent. Where are Slotkin & Whitmer?
January 24, 2026 at 5:45 PM
How Democrats can remain silent, or offer tepid statements, while the Trump Regime executes AMERICANS is abhorrent. Where are Slotkin & Whitmer?
Horrific images from Minneapolis. It's infuriating that some Democrats continue to tout how we must "work together" with a political party celebrating violent authoritarianism.
January 24, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Horrific images from Minneapolis. It's infuriating that some Democrats continue to tout how we must "work together" with a political party celebrating violent authoritarianism.
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The people of Minnesota are an inspiration to us all. Incredible.
It’s -9 degrees. Downtown Minneapolis is packed for the anti-ICE rally and the crowd keeps growing
January 23, 2026 at 9:13 PM
The people of Minnesota are an inspiration to us all. Incredible.
New Episode! The MAGA Media Propaganda Machine w/ @newsjennifer.bsky.social of Indistinct Chatter. We talk how Nick Shirley's propaganda vids led to ICE in Minneapolis, and the downfall of CBS News. Plus, MAGA Michigan attacks RxKids, and where is Whitmer nowadays? audioboom.com/posts/883819...
The MAGA Media Propaganda Machine w/ Jennifer Schulze of Indistinct Chatter
#podcast #progressives #politics #michigan #Democrats #MAGA #Republicans #Trump #CorporateGreed #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Greenland #AmericaFirst #WorkingClass #RxKids #MattHall #Whi...
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January 23, 2026 at 7:51 PM
New Episode! The MAGA Media Propaganda Machine w/ @newsjennifer.bsky.social of Indistinct Chatter. We talk how Nick Shirley's propaganda vids led to ICE in Minneapolis, and the downfall of CBS News. Plus, MAGA Michigan attacks RxKids, and where is Whitmer nowadays? audioboom.com/posts/883819...
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To quote one source:
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
Jeffries Won’t Whip Vote Against ICE Funding - The American Prospect
While the House Democratic leader announced personal opposition to a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, he won’t pressure his colleagues to do the same.
prospect.org
January 21, 2026 at 8:25 PM
To quote one source:
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
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If you’re not from the area, you might not know Willow Run was the home of “Rosie The Riveter”, the women who built B52 bombers to help us win in WWII.
I have a 103 year old resident where I work who prides herself as being a Rosie. I’m not telling her how they’re using Willow Run.
I have a 103 year old resident where I work who prides herself as being a Rosie. I’m not telling her how they’re using Willow Run.
January 22, 2026 at 12:34 PM
If you’re not from the area, you might not know Willow Run was the home of “Rosie The Riveter”, the women who built B52 bombers to help us win in WWII.
I have a 103 year old resident where I work who prides herself as being a Rosie. I’m not telling her how they’re using Willow Run.
I have a 103 year old resident where I work who prides herself as being a Rosie. I’m not telling her how they’re using Willow Run.
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I don't know how they sleep at night. How does the shame alone not shake one awake. How do the images not flash before their eyes constantly. How are they not haunted by the ghosts of those already murdered by our state.
Hell if empathy is dead and done, then the missed chance to be a damn leader.
Hell if empathy is dead and done, then the missed chance to be a damn leader.
What Democratic leadership is doing isn't just morally indefensible, not just cowardly, but also political malpractice. They're surfers perfectly positioned to catch the biggest swell they've ever seen, and they're paddling against it.
January 22, 2026 at 12:02 PM
I don't know how they sleep at night. How does the shame alone not shake one awake. How do the images not flash before their eyes constantly. How are they not haunted by the ghosts of those already murdered by our state.
Hell if empathy is dead and done, then the missed chance to be a damn leader.
Hell if empathy is dead and done, then the missed chance to be a damn leader.
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They can’t do it because it points out that they themselves are doing nothing to help. Maybe three of them saying Abolish ICE. The rest are talking about retraining and body cams and QR codes.
Could a Democrat, any Democrat, release a statement actually thanking the people that have been out there doing the fucking work instead of this constant scolding tone for the love of God
Respectfully, look at this fucking bullshit that we’re dealing with, not a single person here has “taken the bait.” We have born witness as little kids are used as bait and neighbors are kidnapped on our streets. A mad dipshit is going to invoke the Insurrection Act regardless and you are blaming us
January 22, 2026 at 7:18 AM
They can’t do it because it points out that they themselves are doing nothing to help. Maybe three of them saying Abolish ICE. The rest are talking about retraining and body cams and QR codes.
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Between ~200 to ~300 #WeThePeople gather #Indivisible in Suttons Bay Michigan to #AbolishICE, #OpposeTyranny, and #ContemptuousTrump.
Looking forward to a more accurate #LeelanauIndivisible who organized the 1st Amendment Gathering.
#SemperFi
Looking forward to a more accurate #LeelanauIndivisible who organized the 1st Amendment Gathering.
#SemperFi
January 17, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Between ~200 to ~300 #WeThePeople gather #Indivisible in Suttons Bay Michigan to #AbolishICE, #OpposeTyranny, and #ContemptuousTrump.
Looking forward to a more accurate #LeelanauIndivisible who organized the 1st Amendment Gathering.
#SemperFi
Looking forward to a more accurate #LeelanauIndivisible who organized the 1st Amendment Gathering.
#SemperFi