Thankful Thinker
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Optimistic realist. Humanity gets twisted into evil shapes by trauma, but we can recover, be better, & extend our recovery to others & the planet.
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From Daniel Deronda by George Eliot - a very apt quote for today's political landscape!:
"It is a common sentence that Knowledge is power; but who hath duly considered or set forth the power of Ignorance? Knowledge slowly builds up what Ignorance in an hour pulls down."
"It is a common sentence that Knowledge is power; but who hath duly considered or set forth the power of Ignorance? Knowledge slowly builds up what Ignorance in an hour pulls down."
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Lying Lutnick must resign
February 10, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Lying Lutnick must resign
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Starmer:
"The real fight is not in the Labour Party. It's with the right-wing politics that challenges that. The politics of Reform... Divide, divide, divide. Grievance, grievance, grievance. That will tear our country apart... I will be in that fight as long as I have breath in my body."
"The real fight is not in the Labour Party. It's with the right-wing politics that challenges that. The politics of Reform... Divide, divide, divide. Grievance, grievance, grievance. That will tear our country apart... I will be in that fight as long as I have breath in my body."
February 10, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Starmer:
"The real fight is not in the Labour Party. It's with the right-wing politics that challenges that. The politics of Reform... Divide, divide, divide. Grievance, grievance, grievance. That will tear our country apart... I will be in that fight as long as I have breath in my body."
"The real fight is not in the Labour Party. It's with the right-wing politics that challenges that. The politics of Reform... Divide, divide, divide. Grievance, grievance, grievance. That will tear our country apart... I will be in that fight as long as I have breath in my body."
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The trauma these children will carry is unimaginable...
“My toddler was forced to witness an incredible amount of violence against people he loves and hear racial slurs about Latinos.”
ACLU's lawsuit over ICE raid at an Idaho racetrack could be a game changer
The filing aims to hold rogue federal agents accountable by linking them to a conspiracy.
www.motherjones.com
February 11, 2026 at 12:37 AM
The trauma these children will carry is unimaginable...
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February 10, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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Is ICE just a huge sex trafficking organization?
The thought is frightening and sickening.
The thought is frightening and sickening.
February 10, 2026 at 9:53 PM
Is ICE just a huge sex trafficking organization?
The thought is frightening and sickening.
The thought is frightening and sickening.
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A backgrounder is someone who conducts background checks.
Bloomington police announce arrests in sex trafficking bust: "Rashad Johnson out of Maple Grove. This is the most disturbing arrest that we've had here. He is a backgrounder for ICE, Homeland Security, and federal agencies."
February 10, 2026 at 9:40 PM
A backgrounder is someone who conducts background checks.
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"for fuck’s sake, even Granny Starvin’ Howard Lutnick still has his job — despite having lied about his own friendship with Epstein." - Jeff Tiedrich
February 11, 2026 at 1:16 AM
"for fuck’s sake, even Granny Starvin’ Howard Lutnick still has his job — despite having lied about his own friendship with Epstein." - Jeff Tiedrich
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Early voting is officially underway in DuPage County! Find a place to cast your vote for Sean here:
www.dupagecounty.gov/elected_offi...
www.dupagecounty.gov/elected_offi...
Early Voting Locations | DuPage Co, IL
www.dupagecounty.gov
February 10, 2026 at 10:22 PM
Early voting is officially underway in DuPage County! Find a place to cast your vote for Sean here:
www.dupagecounty.gov/elected_offi...
www.dupagecounty.gov/elected_offi...
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Early voting in Cook County will begin on February 18th, and early voting at the Chicago supersite and Board of Elections office begins on February 12th.
February 10, 2026 at 10:22 PM
Early voting in Cook County will begin on February 18th, and early voting at the Chicago supersite and Board of Elections office begins on February 12th.
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Tariffs are showing up on your bill hidden in the price of products that are significantly higher now than they were before tariffs. Imported agricultural machinery cost more. Businesses aren't taking the big hits; they're passing most of the tariffs to customers/consumers.
#TrumpFlationSucks
#TrumpFlationSucks
February 10, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Tariffs are showing up on your bill hidden in the price of products that are significantly higher now than they were before tariffs. Imported agricultural machinery cost more. Businesses aren't taking the big hits; they're passing most of the tariffs to customers/consumers.
#TrumpFlationSucks
#TrumpFlationSucks
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Every time I hear someone talk about the death of broadcast television and radio I am reminded that those things are free and regulated.
And don’t require you to scan your I.D.
And don’t require you to scan your I.D.
February 9, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Every time I hear someone talk about the death of broadcast television and radio I am reminded that those things are free and regulated.
And don’t require you to scan your I.D.
And don’t require you to scan your I.D.
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WATCH — @warnock.senate.gov: “They are seizing ballots, gunning down ordinary citizens, arresting journalists. All the alarm bells 🚨 are blaring. The question is, are we listening?”
February 10, 2026 at 9:52 PM
WATCH — @warnock.senate.gov: “They are seizing ballots, gunning down ordinary citizens, arresting journalists. All the alarm bells 🚨 are blaring. The question is, are we listening?”
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Trump is in it for himself, 100%. His sole aims are to expunge his intolerable 2020 loss and become immeasurably wealthy. He cares nothing for America. Even Stephen Miller's extreme cruelty is just a side benefit.
#ProudBlue
#ProudBlue
February 10, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Trump is in it for himself, 100%. His sole aims are to expunge his intolerable 2020 loss and become immeasurably wealthy. He cares nothing for America. Even Stephen Miller's extreme cruelty is just a side benefit.
#ProudBlue
#ProudBlue
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Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics:
They represent ALL of us, they've worked hard and preserved to get here despite the chaos at home.
Does our President congratulate them when they win Gold? No. Does he give them hope and encouragement? No.
Guess who has filled that void? President Obama.
They represent ALL of us, they've worked hard and preserved to get here despite the chaos at home.
Does our President congratulate them when they win Gold? No. Does he give them hope and encouragement? No.
Guess who has filled that void? President Obama.
Pride and unease: US Winter Olympians navigate politics, patriotism and Trump attacks
Some athletes at the Milano Cortina Games speaking out on the complications of representing the US abroad are facing hostility from home
www.theguardian.com
February 10, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics:
They represent ALL of us, they've worked hard and preserved to get here despite the chaos at home.
Does our President congratulate them when they win Gold? No. Does he give them hope and encouragement? No.
Guess who has filled that void? President Obama.
They represent ALL of us, they've worked hard and preserved to get here despite the chaos at home.
Does our President congratulate them when they win Gold? No. Does he give them hope and encouragement? No.
Guess who has filled that void? President Obama.
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Jesse talks about Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson and his justifications for ICE agents continuing to remain as masked secret police. He also described a scenario in which Alex Pretti was a martyr & human sacrifice.
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Republican Senator Says ALEX PRETTI WAS A HUMAN SACRIFICE!!!
YouTube video by Jesse Dollemore
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February 10, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Jesse talks about Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson and his justifications for ICE agents continuing to remain as masked secret police. He also described a scenario in which Alex Pretti was a martyr & human sacrifice.
youtu.be/LxxYZE2Kbe0?...
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MPs are debated Russian interference in Britain’s democracy.
February 10, 2026 at 10:49 AM
MPs are debated Russian interference in Britain’s democracy.
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🚨Buckle up!🚨
Poland is investigating potential connections between Jeffrey Epstein and Polish victims, as well as possible involvement of Russian intelligence in his activities. The Polish government has set up a special task force.
Poland is investigating potential connections between Jeffrey Epstein and Polish victims, as well as possible involvement of Russian intelligence in his activities. The Polish government has set up a special task force.
February 10, 2026 at 3:51 AM
🚨Buckle up!🚨
Poland is investigating potential connections between Jeffrey Epstein and Polish victims, as well as possible involvement of Russian intelligence in his activities. The Polish government has set up a special task force.
Poland is investigating potential connections between Jeffrey Epstein and Polish victims, as well as possible involvement of Russian intelligence in his activities. The Polish government has set up a special task force.
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Hey, Propaganda Barbie:
We aren’t moving on from people trafficking 10-year-old children and this administration covering it up.
Ever.
We aren’t moving on from people trafficking 10-year-old children and this administration covering it up.
Ever.
February 10, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Hey, Propaganda Barbie:
We aren’t moving on from people trafficking 10-year-old children and this administration covering it up.
Ever.
We aren’t moving on from people trafficking 10-year-old children and this administration covering it up.
Ever.
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US Olympic Curling Team member speaks out against ICE:
"I'm proud to represent Team USA. But we'd be remiss if we didn't mention what's going on in Minnesota and what a tough time it's been. What's happening is wrong. There's no shades of gray."
"I'm proud to represent Team USA. But we'd be remiss if we didn't mention what's going on in Minnesota and what a tough time it's been. What's happening is wrong. There's no shades of gray."
February 10, 2026 at 8:58 PM
US Olympic Curling Team member speaks out against ICE:
"I'm proud to represent Team USA. But we'd be remiss if we didn't mention what's going on in Minnesota and what a tough time it's been. What's happening is wrong. There's no shades of gray."
"I'm proud to represent Team USA. But we'd be remiss if we didn't mention what's going on in Minnesota and what a tough time it's been. What's happening is wrong. There's no shades of gray."
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This of course, is what has been said from the beginning. Will this monster, Trump EVER face ANY accountability for his actions?
Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows - CBS News share.google/2a4ONX0tKClx...
Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows - CBS News share.google/2a4ONX0tKClx...
Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:24 PM
This of course, is what has been said from the beginning. Will this monster, Trump EVER face ANY accountability for his actions?
Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows - CBS News share.google/2a4ONX0tKClx...
Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows - CBS News share.google/2a4ONX0tKClx...
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Congressman Says Redacted Part of Epstein File Suggests Trump Never Banned Epstein from Mar-a-Lago
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin spoke with reporters after viewing a handful of unredacted Epstein files on Monday, Feb. 9, sharing one detail that stood out to him
By Meredith Kile
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin spoke with reporters after viewing a handful of unredacted Epstein files on Monday, Feb. 9, sharing one detail that stood out to him
By Meredith Kile
February 10, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Congressman Says Redacted Part of Epstein File Suggests Trump Never Banned Epstein from Mar-a-Lago
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin spoke with reporters after viewing a handful of unredacted Epstein files on Monday, Feb. 9, sharing one detail that stood out to him
By Meredith Kile
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin spoke with reporters after viewing a handful of unredacted Epstein files on Monday, Feb. 9, sharing one detail that stood out to him
By Meredith Kile
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Remember, the shitty jobs numbers you see from this administration are their fake numbers. The real numbers are much, much worse.
February 10, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Remember, the shitty jobs numbers you see from this administration are their fake numbers. The real numbers are much, much worse.
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Bloomington police announce arrests in sex trafficking bust: "Rashad Johnson out of Maple Grove. This is the most disturbing arrest that we've had here. He is a backgrounder for ICE, Homeland Security, and federal agencies."
February 10, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Bloomington police announce arrests in sex trafficking bust: "Rashad Johnson out of Maple Grove. This is the most disturbing arrest that we've had here. He is a backgrounder for ICE, Homeland Security, and federal agencies."
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It never ceases to amaze me how impressively stupid Donald Trump is
February 9, 2026 at 10:17 PM
It never ceases to amaze me how impressively stupid Donald Trump is