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Two former Presidents have commented on the killing of Alex Pretti. We all need to speak out.

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Barack Obama on X: "The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault. https://t.co/0JmEsJ1QFW" / X
The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault. https://t.co/0JmEsJ1QFW
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January 26, 2026 at 1:17 PM
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January 26, 2026 at 1:12 AM
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“Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press…”

I guess the first amendment doesn’t apply to the DOJ
FBI Raid on WaPo Reporter’s Home Was Based on Sham Pretext
Attorney General Pam Bondi’s decision to rescind rules protecting journalists are being used as a cudgel to attack the First Amendment.
theintercept.com
January 19, 2026 at 12:43 AM
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President Trump is using economic pressure on our allies to coerce another ally to give up land just because he wants it. Will any of our allies trust us anymore?

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Trump Announces 10 Percent Tariff on European Countries in Standoff Over Greenland
www.nytimes.com
January 17, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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Question: Are you better off this year compared to last year?

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47 ways Trump has made life less affordable in the last year
In the first year of his second term, President Trump has actively made life less affordable for working people. Affordability has two sides—prices and pay. While public debate fixates on rising costs...
www.epi.org
January 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Let’s threaten allies into supporting aggression against another ally because we want what they have. How does this make America safer?

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Trump floats new tariffs in push to acquire Greenland
The comments show Trump considering applying his aggressive tariff strategies to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
www.cnbc.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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Senator Sanders statement on today’s action by President Trump. The President is making America great again by bringing back “banana republics” to South America.

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January 3, 2026 at 9:11 PM
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Kennedy Center board votes to rename to ‘Trump Kennedy Center’. President Kennedy’s nephew had the perfect response.

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December 18, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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Public comment on two bills that would create protections for immigrants living in Baltimore County is scheduled for mid-January.

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Is the Baltimore County deal with ICE constitutional?
Immigrants in Baltimore County worry about the implications of Baltimore County's recent agreement with ICE to hold inmates with detainers at the county detention center even as experts argue it's unc...
www.thebanner.com
December 18, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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Moore defends redistricting as effort to ensure fairness; Republicans prepare to go to court - Maryland Matters
A Republican lawmaker who successfully challenged redrawn congressional districts three years ago said she is ready to go back to court if Democrats produce a new set of districts aimed at eliminating...
marylandmatters.org
November 6, 2025 at 1:26 AM
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What Can We Do Now?
What comes next, after No Kings 2.0
open.substack.com
October 21, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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Robert Reich outlines PresidyTrump’s apparent plan to invoke the Insurrection Act.

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The Real Reason Trump Wants To Invade Chicago and Portland
YouTube video by Robert Reich
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October 9, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Let's Do This: What You Can Do About the Potential Upcoming Government Shutdown
As you have likely heard by now, there will be a federal government shutdown after September 30 unless Congress passes a new funding bill, and Donald Trump signs it into law.
open.substack.com
September 18, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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US supreme court ‘effectively legalized racial profiling’, immigration experts warn
Court ruled federal agents can stop people in LA based on race, language, job or location amid Trump’s crackdown
www.theguardian.com
September 15, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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No matter what uniform they wear, federal agents and military troops on our streets are bound by the Constitution.

For more information, go to aclu.org/deployment_kyr.
White and blue text: "Know Your Rights when interacting with federal agents, local law enforcement, or military troops: If you get stopped, ask if you’re free to go. If they say yes, walk or drive away. If you’re questioned, you can say, “I want to remain silent.” In some cases, you may be required to provide your name, address, immigration status, and/or ID. If an official asks to search you or your belongings, you have the right to say no, but do not obstruct access. They may have authority to conduct the search anyway. If they begin searching you or your vehicle, say clearly: “I do not consent to a search.” You do not have to unlock your phone or give government officials your password without a warrant. For additional security, turn off biometric identification such as Face ID. If law enforcement officers arrest you, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't sign, say, or agree to anything without a lawyer present. If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries." Light blue ACLU logo. Blue arrow pointing to the right. Black background. White and blue text: "Know Your Rights when witnessing federal agents, local law enforcement, or military activity in public: You have the right to talk about and publicize truthful information that you obtain lawfully, including about what law enforcement officers are doing and where they are doing it. You have the right to tell people their legal rights. If you are a lawyer, make clear you are not giving legal advice. You have the right to photograph or film anything in plain view, including federal buildings and law enforcement. These officials can’t confiscate or demand to view your photographs or video without a warrant, nor can they delete data under any circumstances. However, they may order you to move a reasonable distance away. If you think a command is unlawful, it’s safest to follow the order, document the interaction, and challenge it later. You can ask for officers’ names and badge numbers, as well as who to call if there are follow-up questions." Light blue ACLU logo. Black background.
September 5, 2025 at 11:58 PM
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“He has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil power.”
— Declaration of Independence

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Trump ordering National Guard to fight crime in Baltimore, calls city "a hellhole"
President Trump on Tuesday said he is deploying the National Guard to Baltimore in an effort to fight crime, despite objections from state and city leaders.
www.cbsnews.com
September 3, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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Trump orders 'new' census that excludes undocumented immigrants
Trump sought to alter the census during his first term in office by attempting to add a citizenship question to the survey.
www.cnbc.com
August 15, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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The federal government is taking over law enforcement in DC. I wonder what the Capitol Police think of the President Trump announcement?

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Live updates: Trump says he's placing DC police under federal control and deploying National Guard
Trump said that he will address crime, public cleanliness, and federal building renovations in a press conference Monday morning.
www.nbcwashington.com
August 11, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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August 7, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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What happened to Articles 9 and 10? I guess Congress has decided that they are not needed anymore.

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constitution.congress.gov
August 6, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Trump says FBI 'may have to' force Democratic lawmakers back to Texas
President Donald Trump said the FBI might help Texas Republicans arrest Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to block Republican redistricting.
www.usatoday.com
August 5, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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Do you trust IT firms not to monetize this information?

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Trump to Launch Private Health Tracking System With Tech Firms
The announcement prompted immediate pushback from digital privacy experts.
time.com
August 4, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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AMA is no longer part of the CDC workgroups on vaccines. Am I the only one who finds this scary?

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AMA and other medical associations are kicked out of CDC vaccine workgroups
‘I’m concerned and distressed,’ said one vaccine expert.
www.baltimoresun.com
August 4, 2025 at 12:23 AM
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In response to Republican lawmakers in Texas redrawing voter districts Democratic legislators walk out of the lower chamber.

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Texas House Democrats flee the state in bid to block GOP’s proposed congressional map
The lawmakers’ absence means the lower chamber won’t have enough members present to function, stalling passage of a draft map Democrats have condemned as a political power grab.
www.texastribune.org
August 3, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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If you don’t see it, it never happened

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Smithsonian removes Trump from impeachment exhibit in American History Museum
A temporary placard, on display since 2021, described the president's historic impeachments. Officials said the exhibit was restored to an earlier version following a review of legacy content.
www.washingtonpost.com
July 31, 2025 at 11:04 PM