Matt Caffrey
@mattcaff.bsky.social
Q, Kay, & Ellis’s dad, Tasha’s husband, and Swing Left Director of Organizing. Ohio State, Environment Ohio, Obama 2012, Enroll America, and Civic Nation alum.
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Trump bought Boeing bonds while rewarding the company billions in federal contracts.
He bought Intel bonds after directing the government to acquire a stake in the company.
He bought Meta bonds while pushing AI-friendly policy.
Trump isn’t governing — he’s cashing in.
He bought Intel bonds after directing the government to acquire a stake in the company.
He bought Meta bonds while pushing AI-friendly policy.
Trump isn’t governing — he’s cashing in.
November 21, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Trump bought Boeing bonds while rewarding the company billions in federal contracts.
He bought Intel bonds after directing the government to acquire a stake in the company.
He bought Meta bonds while pushing AI-friendly policy.
Trump isn’t governing — he’s cashing in.
He bought Intel bonds after directing the government to acquire a stake in the company.
He bought Meta bonds while pushing AI-friendly policy.
Trump isn’t governing — he’s cashing in.
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"I still think environmentalism is basically bad" is just his old "sweatshop workers should have the freedom to die making my clothes" shtick but applied to climate change. Casual indifference to human suffering is his M.O. and always has been, since he became famous for supporting the 2003 Iraq War
November 19, 2025 at 12:44 AM
"I still think environmentalism is basically bad" is just his old "sweatshop workers should have the freedom to die making my clothes" shtick but applied to climate change. Casual indifference to human suffering is his M.O. and always has been, since he became famous for supporting the 2003 Iraq War
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Medicare for All would save $450B a year.
Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity.
Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall.
It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford.
It’s about priorities.
Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity.
Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall.
It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford.
It’s about priorities.
November 18, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Medicare for All would save $450B a year.
Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity.
Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall.
It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford.
It’s about priorities.
Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity.
Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall.
It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford.
It’s about priorities.
Every time I’m listening to the Vergecast and it comes right back from the break - without any commercials… chef’s kiss.
Very happy @theverge.com subscriber. Thank you @davidpierce.xyz and @reckless.bsky.social!
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November 15, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Every time I’m listening to the Vergecast and it comes right back from the break - without any commercials… chef’s kiss.
Very happy @theverge.com subscriber. Thank you @davidpierce.xyz and @reckless.bsky.social!
Very happy @theverge.com subscriber. Thank you @davidpierce.xyz and @reckless.bsky.social!
Devastated that millions of American are about to lose their healthcare - simply because they cannot afford it. Medical bankruptcy is going to spike. People are going to die. Shame on everyone that allowed this to happen
The first bill in 2029 must be free public health care for all Americans.
The first bill in 2029 must be free public health care for all Americans.
November 10, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Devastated that millions of American are about to lose their healthcare - simply because they cannot afford it. Medical bankruptcy is going to spike. People are going to die. Shame on everyone that allowed this to happen
The first bill in 2029 must be free public health care for all Americans.
The first bill in 2029 must be free public health care for all Americans.
Ok California, good job on Prop 50 but we have to talk about LAX. My flight landed an hour and twenty minutes ago and I still have no idea how I can get to my hotel.
November 5, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Ok California, good job on Prop 50 but we have to talk about LAX. My flight landed an hour and twenty minutes ago and I still have no idea how I can get to my hotel.
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Tonight was a huge win for democracy & a major blow to Trump's authoritarian rule
Voters chose Dem govs in VA & NJ, kept a Dem majority on PA’s top court, rejected an anti-voting measure in ME, chose an anti-Trump NYC mayor & are set to back fair maps in CA. Pro-democracy sweep.
Voters chose Dem govs in VA & NJ, kept a Dem majority on PA’s top court, rejected an anti-voting measure in ME, chose an anti-Trump NYC mayor & are set to back fair maps in CA. Pro-democracy sweep.
November 5, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Tonight was a huge win for democracy & a major blow to Trump's authoritarian rule
Voters chose Dem govs in VA & NJ, kept a Dem majority on PA’s top court, rejected an anti-voting measure in ME, chose an anti-Trump NYC mayor & are set to back fair maps in CA. Pro-democracy sweep.
Voters chose Dem govs in VA & NJ, kept a Dem majority on PA’s top court, rejected an anti-voting measure in ME, chose an anti-Trump NYC mayor & are set to back fair maps in CA. Pro-democracy sweep.
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Well, the Columbus establishment can rest easy a little longer - Vogel is down about 1500 votes with 99% precincts reporting.
As in the primary, Vogel handily wins District 7 but narrowly loses citywide, thanks to the city’s ridiculous fake ward system. Time for real electoral reform in this city!
As in the primary, Vogel handily wins District 7 but narrowly loses citywide, thanks to the city’s ridiculous fake ward system. Time for real electoral reform in this city!
November 5, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Well, the Columbus establishment can rest easy a little longer - Vogel is down about 1500 votes with 99% precincts reporting.
As in the primary, Vogel handily wins District 7 but narrowly loses citywide, thanks to the city’s ridiculous fake ward system. Time for real electoral reform in this city!
As in the primary, Vogel handily wins District 7 but narrowly loses citywide, thanks to the city’s ridiculous fake ward system. Time for real electoral reform in this city!
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Huge night for voting rights so far:
-Dems retain majority on PA Supreme Court
-Dems win VA gov & increase majority in VA leg increasing chances of new US House map
-Maine voters reject ballot initiative to require voter ID & restrict absentee voting
-KS Republicans drop gerrymandering push
-Dems retain majority on PA Supreme Court
-Dems win VA gov & increase majority in VA leg increasing chances of new US House map
-Maine voters reject ballot initiative to require voter ID & restrict absentee voting
-KS Republicans drop gerrymandering push
November 5, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Huge night for voting rights so far:
-Dems retain majority on PA Supreme Court
-Dems win VA gov & increase majority in VA leg increasing chances of new US House map
-Maine voters reject ballot initiative to require voter ID & restrict absentee voting
-KS Republicans drop gerrymandering push
-Dems retain majority on PA Supreme Court
-Dems win VA gov & increase majority in VA leg increasing chances of new US House map
-Maine voters reject ballot initiative to require voter ID & restrict absentee voting
-KS Republicans drop gerrymandering push
Happy Election Day! With our democracy profoundly challenged right now, it feels so good to vote.
Columbus - if you haven’t already, please go vote for Jesse Vogel! He’s a good human and will make a great Council Member.
Columbus - if you haven’t already, please go vote for Jesse Vogel! He’s a good human and will make a great Council Member.
November 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Happy Election Day! With our democracy profoundly challenged right now, it feels so good to vote.
Columbus - if you haven’t already, please go vote for Jesse Vogel! He’s a good human and will make a great Council Member.
Columbus - if you haven’t already, please go vote for Jesse Vogel! He’s a good human and will make a great Council Member.
Happy GOTV Sunday! So nice to be out as a family talking to voters about Jesse Vogel’s plans for Columbus.
November 2, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Happy GOTV Sunday! So nice to be out as a family talking to voters about Jesse Vogel’s plans for Columbus.
People need to know about this. Kids are going to go hungry as political pawns. All so Trump can price people out of health care. open.substack.com/pub/messageb...
Donald Trump Would Rather Starve Children than Lower Health Care Costs
A cruel and cynical strategy to try end the shutdown
open.substack.com
October 30, 2025 at 12:35 PM
People need to know about this. Kids are going to go hungry as political pawns. All so Trump can price people out of health care. open.substack.com/pub/messageb...
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Senate is back in session today.
1/ So a quick 🧵on where things are at on the shutdown.
You get a lot of propaganda and spin thrown at you, so I want to give you the real, behind-the-scenes tea.
1/ So a quick 🧵on where things are at on the shutdown.
You get a lot of propaganda and spin thrown at you, so I want to give you the real, behind-the-scenes tea.
October 14, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Senate is back in session today.
1/ So a quick 🧵on where things are at on the shutdown.
You get a lot of propaganda and spin thrown at you, so I want to give you the real, behind-the-scenes tea.
1/ So a quick 🧵on where things are at on the shutdown.
You get a lot of propaganda and spin thrown at you, so I want to give you the real, behind-the-scenes tea.
The Shutdown fight is putting a spotlight on how harmful healthcare cuts would be to millions of working people. Everyone needs to know about this. Democracy can feel theoretical to people, but this fight shows them what’s really at stake. apple.news/Abd9vMfNETga...
Who will lose out when ACA health insurance subsidies expire? — The Washington Post
Here’s a look at who could be affected by the end of the Affordable Care Act credits and how much prices could change.
apple.news
October 14, 2025 at 1:26 PM
The Shutdown fight is putting a spotlight on how harmful healthcare cuts would be to millions of working people. Everyone needs to know about this. Democracy can feel theoretical to people, but this fight shows them what’s really at stake. apple.news/Abd9vMfNETga...
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My two cents about No Kings 2 is that yes the protests alone haven’t changed anything but I think not attending if you’re able squanders a big community organizing opportunity. People are looking for direction, if you’re part of an org or just solo this is a great place to be visible & connect. 1/3
October 14, 2025 at 1:15 AM
My two cents about No Kings 2 is that yes the protests alone haven’t changed anything but I think not attending if you’re able squanders a big community organizing opportunity. People are looking for direction, if you’re part of an org or just solo this is a great place to be visible & connect. 1/3
I refuse to believe people voted for shooting innocent people with no criminal record just because they appear to be an immigrant and flee abduction. People who voted for this administration need to be shown what their vote has wrought.
October 12, 2025 at 10:20 PM
I refuse to believe people voted for shooting innocent people with no criminal record just because they appear to be an immigrant and flee abduction. People who voted for this administration need to be shown what their vote has wrought.
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This indictment of Letitia James is not a prosecution; it is a politically-motivated persecution. Donald Trump is using a weaponized Department of Justice to punish a public servant who dared to hold him accountable. This sham proceeding is a direct assault on the Rule of Law.
October 9, 2025 at 9:09 PM
This indictment of Letitia James is not a prosecution; it is a politically-motivated persecution. Donald Trump is using a weaponized Department of Justice to punish a public servant who dared to hold him accountable. This sham proceeding is a direct assault on the Rule of Law.
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Don't call yourself Pro Life or a Christian if you're OK with kicking 700,000 children off of Medicaid. share.newsbreak.com/faej9cs7
Florida Removes 700,000 Children From Health Care Plan - NewsBreak
"Children need health coverage to access the preventive and routine services they need to grow up healthy," Tricia Brooks said.
share.newsbreak.com
October 3, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Don't call yourself Pro Life or a Christian if you're OK with kicking 700,000 children off of Medicaid. share.newsbreak.com/faej9cs7
As a member of a military family, I think this is a widely held opinion in the service.
Gallego: "The president is an idiot. He doesn't actually understand how the military works."
September 30, 2025 at 9:32 PM
As a member of a military family, I think this is a widely held opinion in the service.
The cruelty has always been the point—and they will inflict it on anyone who stands in the way of their perverse vision for this country. Completely sickening.
September 29, 2025 at 1:43 PM
The cruelty has always been the point—and they will inflict it on anyone who stands in the way of their perverse vision for this country. Completely sickening.
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Another awful shooting, this time in Grand Blanc, Michigan. My heart is with the victims and their families.
Every single American should be able to worship freely without having to worry about their safety.
Hate and violence have no place in this country.
Every single American should be able to worship freely without having to worry about their safety.
Hate and violence have no place in this country.
2 people dead and 8 wounded in a shooting and fire at a Michigan church, police say - The Boston Globe
After the suspect left the church, two officers pursued him and “engaged in gunfire,” officials said. The man was killed.
www.bostonglobe.com
September 28, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Another awful shooting, this time in Grand Blanc, Michigan. My heart is with the victims and their families.
Every single American should be able to worship freely without having to worry about their safety.
Hate and violence have no place in this country.
Every single American should be able to worship freely without having to worry about their safety.
Hate and violence have no place in this country.
Correct. Easily my favorite app on my phone.
The Libby app is one of the miracles of modern tech tbh
September 29, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Correct. Easily my favorite app on my phone.
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September 26, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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Global warming caused by humans is an observed fact. Yes, science still needs to learn more, but it's no more in overall doubt than the theory of gravity. And it's bad. Willful ignorance, enforced by those who choose to deny science, is an existential threat to our civilization.
September 25, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Global warming caused by humans is an observed fact. Yes, science still needs to learn more, but it's no more in overall doubt than the theory of gravity. And it's bad. Willful ignorance, enforced by those who choose to deny science, is an existential threat to our civilization.