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Blue dot, blue city, but red state. Creator, writer, publisher, dreamer. Pet mom. We should leave our communities and the world better for us having been there, not worse.
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We just saw this, and it’s a good idea for businesses to post. Private businesses are allowed to set dress and conduct rules. Requiring no full face coverings has long been standard for safety and loss prevention reasons, and it is within a business’s rights to refuse entry or service.
January 18, 2026 at 7:07 PM
We just saw this, and it’s a good idea for businesses to post. Private businesses are allowed to set dress and conduct rules. Requiring no full face coverings has long been standard for safety and loss prevention reasons, and it is within a business’s rights to refuse entry or service.
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He’s one of a several people with interests in Greenland.
January 19, 2026 at 5:54 PM
He’s one of a several people with interests in Greenland.
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The doctor who formerly treated Dick Cheney, longtime cardiologist Dr. Jonathan Reiner, called on Congress to launch an investigation into President Donald Trump's mental health over his obsession with owning Greenland.
Dick Cheney's doctor demands congressional inquiry into Trump's mental fitness
The doctor who formerly treated Dick Cheney, longtime cardiologist Dr. Jonathan Reiner, called on Congress to launch an investigation into President Donald Trump's mental health over his obsession with owning Greenland.In a recent letter, Trump linked his quest for Greenland to a failure to secure t...
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January 19, 2026 at 5:55 PM
The doctor who formerly treated Dick Cheney, longtime cardiologist Dr. Jonathan Reiner, called on Congress to launch an investigation into President Donald Trump's mental health over his obsession with owning Greenland.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:56 AM
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This is an incredible round-up of the dozens of on-the-ground orgs in Minneapolis and across Minnesota, doing the hard work of supporting community and fighting ICE in every way possible. Find one (or ten) to support. www.standwithminnesota.com
Stand With Minnesota
A directory of places to give to as Minnesota defends itself from ICE occupation
www.standwithminnesota.com
January 19, 2026 at 5:57 PM
This is an incredible round-up of the dozens of on-the-ground orgs in Minneapolis and across Minnesota, doing the hard work of supporting community and fighting ICE in every way possible. Find one (or ten) to support. www.standwithminnesota.com
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Minnesota is more than what you see on TV.
We’re a state that believes in the dignity of all people. We feed our kids and take care of our neighbors.
I’m proud of the ways Minnesotans are meeting the moment with decency and generosity - as we always do.
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
We’re a state that believes in the dignity of all people. We feed our kids and take care of our neighbors.
I’m proud of the ways Minnesotans are meeting the moment with decency and generosity - as we always do.
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
Donations pour in for Minnesota families impacted by ICE, Border Patrol surge
At Moth Oddities in northeast Minneapolis, volunteers moved through stacks of boxes as donations continued to pour in for families impacted by the increased presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs En...
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January 18, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Minnesota is more than what you see on TV.
We’re a state that believes in the dignity of all people. We feed our kids and take care of our neighbors.
I’m proud of the ways Minnesotans are meeting the moment with decency and generosity - as we always do.
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
We’re a state that believes in the dignity of all people. We feed our kids and take care of our neighbors.
I’m proud of the ways Minnesotans are meeting the moment with decency and generosity - as we always do.
www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/ne...
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"A protester detained, her bra removed and wedding ring cut off, and some of her clothes never returned..."
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In Minneapolis, a Pattern of Misconduct Toward Protesters
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January 19, 2026 at 2:29 AM
"A protester detained, her bra removed and wedding ring cut off, and some of her clothes never returned..."
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"FREE AMERICA" walkouts are scheduled for tomorrow, Jan 20th, in 50 states and several countries around the world.
800 actions already planned.
Women's March Executive Director Rachel O'Leary Carmona on thelefthook.substack.com talking about it now.
Join us!
800 actions already planned.
Women's March Executive Director Rachel O'Leary Carmona on thelefthook.substack.com talking about it now.
Join us!
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January 19, 2026 at 6:13 PM
"FREE AMERICA" walkouts are scheduled for tomorrow, Jan 20th, in 50 states and several countries around the world.
800 actions already planned.
Women's March Executive Director Rachel O'Leary Carmona on thelefthook.substack.com talking about it now.
Join us!
800 actions already planned.
Women's March Executive Director Rachel O'Leary Carmona on thelefthook.substack.com talking about it now.
Join us!
Missourians...heads up!
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“Five alarm fire!” Republican pulls SHOCKING election scheme
YouTube video by Brian Tyler Cohen
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November 26, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Missourians...heads up!
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PROOF THAT TRUMP IS "JUST KILLING PEOPLE" - INNOCENT PEOPLE, with no ties to gangs or drug trafficking. Trump and Hegseth's. heartless, soulless random MURDER and WAR CRIMES is STRATEGIC. The plan is to expand Trump's power to kill ANYONE via illegal orders to our military, to normalize killing us.
They died in U.S. boat strikes. AP found out who they were
YouTube video by Associated Press
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November 16, 2025 at 9:23 AM
PROOF THAT TRUMP IS "JUST KILLING PEOPLE" - INNOCENT PEOPLE, with no ties to gangs or drug trafficking. Trump and Hegseth's. heartless, soulless random MURDER and WAR CRIMES is STRATEGIC. The plan is to expand Trump's power to kill ANYONE via illegal orders to our military, to normalize killing us.
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The Supreme Court’s order cites:
“Irreparable harm to a protected national heritage site,”
“Significant unresolved legal questions,” and
“Immediate risk of permanent loss of federally protected historic assets.”
The ruling freezes construction, demolition, and contracting activities.
“Irreparable harm to a protected national heritage site,”
“Significant unresolved legal questions,” and
“Immediate risk of permanent loss of federally protected historic assets.”
The ruling freezes construction, demolition, and contracting activities.
Finally! Too bad the East Wing was torn down before SCOTUS could act. The suit filed by the Nat'l Trust for Historic Preservation accuses the gov't of >$10B in violations of federal environmental, architectural heritage, & historic preservation laws.
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15 Minutes Ago: The President of the United States’ Four-Word Response After Supreme Court Issues Emergency Injunction Halting His White House East Wing Demolition for Lavish Ballroom Following Nation...
Washington, D.C. — In an unprecedented late-night intervention, the United States Supreme Court issued an emergency injunction halting President Trump’s controversial demolition of the White House Eas...
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November 17, 2025 at 1:18 AM
The Supreme Court’s order cites:
“Irreparable harm to a protected national heritage site,”
“Significant unresolved legal questions,” and
“Immediate risk of permanent loss of federally protected historic assets.”
The ruling freezes construction, demolition, and contracting activities.
“Irreparable harm to a protected national heritage site,”
“Significant unresolved legal questions,” and
“Immediate risk of permanent loss of federally protected historic assets.”
The ruling freezes construction, demolition, and contracting activities.
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My name is Peter Morley. I live on fixed income. I have Lupus & chronic illnesses & disabilities & have subsisted on Social Security Disability for 18 years. I've survived cancer 2x & had 11 surgeries. I DEPEND on Medicaid & SNAP. I will NEVER GIVE UP fighting for me & for you until my last breath.💜
May 22, 2025 at 8:32 PM
My name is Peter Morley. I live on fixed income. I have Lupus & chronic illnesses & disabilities & have subsisted on Social Security Disability for 18 years. I've survived cancer 2x & had 11 surgeries. I DEPEND on Medicaid & SNAP. I will NEVER GIVE UP fighting for me & for you until my last breath.💜
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A federal judge has ordered the Department of Education to reinstate thousands of employees it fired in advancing President Donald Trump’s mission to eliminate the department.
Federal Judge to Trump: Reinstate fired Education Department employees
Two lawsuits “paint a stark picture of the irreparable harm” the firings caused.
www.motherjones.com
May 23, 2025 at 12:25 AM
A federal judge has ordered the Department of Education to reinstate thousands of employees it fired in advancing President Donald Trump’s mission to eliminate the department.
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Trump cut nearly $3 billion in the first 100 days.
Cancer is the #2 killer of people.
Anyway, MAGA.
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Cancer is the #2 killer of people.
Anyway, MAGA.
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NIH funding cuts put current and future cancer patients at risk
Cancer remains the second-leading cause of death in the U.S.
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May 23, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Trump cut nearly $3 billion in the first 100 days.
Cancer is the #2 killer of people.
Anyway, MAGA.
www.axios.com/2025/05/19/n...
Cancer is the #2 killer of people.
Anyway, MAGA.
www.axios.com/2025/05/19/n...
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The House passed a bill this morning that makes massive cuts to Medicaid. Now, it goes to the Senate.
Medicaid provides vital, lifesaving care to millions of people with disabilities nationwide. Tell Congress: Protect Medicaid.
Medicaid provides vital, lifesaving care to millions of people with disabilities nationwide. Tell Congress: Protect Medicaid.
Congress: Save Medicaid Now
Politicians are attempting to pass devastating cuts to Medicaid right now and we must act fast. Send a message telling your member of Congress to fight back now.
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May 23, 2025 at 12:40 AM
The House passed a bill this morning that makes massive cuts to Medicaid. Now, it goes to the Senate.
Medicaid provides vital, lifesaving care to millions of people with disabilities nationwide. Tell Congress: Protect Medicaid.
Medicaid provides vital, lifesaving care to millions of people with disabilities nationwide. Tell Congress: Protect Medicaid.
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- Translation: Officials can violate court orders and face no consequences.
- Even if a judge tries to hold them in contempt, they’ll be blocked from enforcing it.
- Even if a judge tries to hold them in contempt, they’ll be blocked from enforcing it.
May 23, 2025 at 12:50 AM
- Translation: Officials can violate court orders and face no consequences.
- Even if a judge tries to hold them in contempt, they’ll be blocked from enforcing it.
- Even if a judge tries to hold them in contempt, they’ll be blocked from enforcing it.
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This is what an authoritarian regime would do. Hidden deep in Trump’s 1,100-page bill that passed the House today is a provision that would block federal courts from enforcing contempt charges against government officials who violate court orders.
May 23, 2025 at 12:50 AM
This is what an authoritarian regime would do. Hidden deep in Trump’s 1,100-page bill that passed the House today is a provision that would block federal courts from enforcing contempt charges against government officials who violate court orders.
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USDA’s illegal demands for states & 3rd-party vendors to turn over the personal data of SNAP recipients must be stopped. That’s why we filed a lawsuit against the USDA w/ @studentdefense.bsky.social & @nclej.bsky.social on behalf of @Epic.org & @mazonusa.bsky.social.
Protecting SNAP beneficiaries from government overreach
We filed a complaint in federal court challenging a demand from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for states to turn over the personal data of tens of millions Americans.
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May 23, 2025 at 1:00 AM
USDA’s illegal demands for states & 3rd-party vendors to turn over the personal data of SNAP recipients must be stopped. That’s why we filed a lawsuit against the USDA w/ @studentdefense.bsky.social & @nclej.bsky.social on behalf of @Epic.org & @mazonusa.bsky.social.
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House Passes Trump’s ‘Beautiful’ Bill [What They AREN'T Telling You] | Lichtman Live #139
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May 23, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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Your Mother’s Day weekend reminder that the so-called “party of family values” has historically blocked:
-Paid family & medical leave
-Universal childcare
-Universal pre-K
-Expanded Child Tax Credit
-Programs to support reproductive health
Doesn’t sound very pro-family to me.
-Paid family & medical leave
-Universal childcare
-Universal pre-K
-Expanded Child Tax Credit
-Programs to support reproductive health
Doesn’t sound very pro-family to me.
May 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Your Mother’s Day weekend reminder that the so-called “party of family values” has historically blocked:
-Paid family & medical leave
-Universal childcare
-Universal pre-K
-Expanded Child Tax Credit
-Programs to support reproductive health
Doesn’t sound very pro-family to me.
-Paid family & medical leave
-Universal childcare
-Universal pre-K
-Expanded Child Tax Credit
-Programs to support reproductive health
Doesn’t sound very pro-family to me.
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Holy shiitake! Trump fired Shira Perlmutter, the Director of the US Copyrights Office apparently because she refused to let Elon Musk raid the place to steal author’s intellectual property rights
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May 11, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Holy shiitake! Trump fired Shira Perlmutter, the Director of the US Copyrights Office apparently because she refused to let Elon Musk raid the place to steal author’s intellectual property rights
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“So far, the most energetic opposition has come not from civic leaders but from everyday citizens, showing up at Congressional town hall meetings or participating in Hands Off rallies across the country.
“Our leaders must follow their example.”
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“Our leaders must follow their example.”
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Opinion | How Will We Know When We Have Lost Our Democracy?
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May 8, 2025 at 4:42 PM
“So far, the most energetic opposition has come not from civic leaders but from everyday citizens, showing up at Congressional town hall meetings or participating in Hands Off rallies across the country.
“Our leaders must follow their example.”
Gift link:
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“Our leaders must follow their example.”
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This was a great conversation — thank you Stacey!
This week on Assembly Required, @maddow.msnbc.com and I dig into what history teaches us about fighting fascism—and winning. Tune in: Go.Crooked.com/Stacey
May 8, 2025 at 4:53 PM
This was a great conversation — thank you Stacey!
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The CDC has eviscerated divisions that oversee a database on accidental deaths and injuries and the team that maintains a tool for tracking sexually transmitted diseases.
The EPA will stop requiring that industry measures greenhouse gas emissions.
The EPA will stop requiring that industry measures greenhouse gas emissions.
Trump’s War on Measurement Means Losing Data on Drug Use, Maternal Mortality, Climate Change and More
By slashing teams that gather critical data, the administration has left the federal government with no way of understanding if policies are working — and created a black hole of information whose…
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April 29, 2025 at 1:01 AM
The CDC has eviscerated divisions that oversee a database on accidental deaths and injuries and the team that maintains a tool for tracking sexually transmitted diseases.
The EPA will stop requiring that industry measures greenhouse gas emissions.
The EPA will stop requiring that industry measures greenhouse gas emissions.