Tom Eblen
@tomeblen.com
Writer, photographer, cyclist, Kentucky history nerd. Retired newspaper editor, columnist, reporter. (AP, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Lexington Herald-Leader.) Biased in favor of truth, facts, justice, democracy, bourbon.
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Tom Eblen
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· Jun 23
Twenty Lessons, read by John Lithgow
Key selections from On Tyranny, for viewing and sharing
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This has never been more relevant for Americans to hear. Take 10 minutes and listen. Now.
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"America is done with Trump but he is not done with us...but
because a large pro-democracy coalition mobilized in every state this year, we should see the pro-democracy forces move from defense to offense in 2026."
@eisendrath.net with a good look at the horrors of 2025 & what to expect in 2026:
because a large pro-democracy coalition mobilized in every state this year, we should see the pro-democracy forces move from defense to offense in 2026."
@eisendrath.net with a good look at the horrors of 2025 & what to expect in 2026:
December 27, 2025 at 4:26 PM
"America is done with Trump but he is not done with us...but
because a large pro-democracy coalition mobilized in every state this year, we should see the pro-democracy forces move from defense to offense in 2026."
@eisendrath.net with a good look at the horrors of 2025 & what to expect in 2026:
because a large pro-democracy coalition mobilized in every state this year, we should see the pro-democracy forces move from defense to offense in 2026."
@eisendrath.net with a good look at the horrors of 2025 & what to expect in 2026:
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A new poll;
Donald Trump’s approval rating hits rock bottom with working class
- Newsweek share.google/sSpAs0KNckWz...
Donald Trump’s approval rating hits rock bottom with working class
- Newsweek share.google/sSpAs0KNckWz...
Donald Trump’s approval rating hits rock bottom with working class
Less affluent Americans are pessimistic about the direction of the economy, the country and Trump’s handling of the presidency.
share.google
December 27, 2025 at 1:50 PM
A new poll;
Donald Trump’s approval rating hits rock bottom with working class
- Newsweek share.google/sSpAs0KNckWz...
Donald Trump’s approval rating hits rock bottom with working class
- Newsweek share.google/sSpAs0KNckWz...
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True. Covering up for Trump and a one-percenters is their only concern.
December 27, 2025 at 1:50 PM
True. Covering up for Trump and a one-percenters is their only concern.
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"Elon Musk’s takeover of federal government infrastructure is ongoing."
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
The Young, Inexperienced Engineers Aiding Elon Musk’s Government Takeover
Engineers between 19 and 24, most linked to Musk’s companies, are playing a key role as he seizes control of federal infrastructure.
www.wired.com
December 27, 2025 at 1:52 PM
"Elon Musk’s takeover of federal government infrastructure is ongoing."
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
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This is called pillaging.
ICE detain father shopping on Christmas Eve—then steal his family's groceries.
Then 3 agents divvy up his paid for food—taking what they want for themselves.
"Can I just get the wife's number to call and let her know?" woman asks.
"No, guess he should've complied," agent says.
Yakima, Washington
Then 3 agents divvy up his paid for food—taking what they want for themselves.
"Can I just get the wife's number to call and let her know?" woman asks.
"No, guess he should've complied," agent says.
Yakima, Washington
December 26, 2025 at 11:51 PM
This is called pillaging.
"President Trump took pardon abuse to a new level this year with a string of dubious clemencies that together present a unique case study in how this unfettered executive power can be used to degrade, corrupt and politicize the justice system." FREE LINK
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/o...
Opinion | I Was the President’s Pardon Attorney. He’s Making a Mockery of the Pardon Process.
www.nytimes.com
December 26, 2025 at 10:33 PM
"President Trump took pardon abuse to a new level this year with a string of dubious clemencies that together present a unique case study in how this unfettered executive power can be used to degrade, corrupt and politicize the justice system." FREE LINK
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/o...
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Can someone please respond to Stephen Miller with this message from Frank Sinatra?
December 26, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Can someone please respond to Stephen Miller with this message from Frank Sinatra?
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I did not understand this: one of the five Europeans the US has barred from traveling to the United States...is a permanent resident who lives with his family in the US.
Now he is worried about being arrested and deported for the crime of monitoring online hate.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/u...
Now he is worried about being arrested and deported for the crime of monitoring online hate.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/u...
Judge Blocks Detention of British Researcher Who Scrutinizes Online Hate
www.nytimes.com
December 26, 2025 at 3:55 AM
I did not understand this: one of the five Europeans the US has barred from traveling to the United States...is a permanent resident who lives with his family in the US.
Now he is worried about being arrested and deported for the crime of monitoring online hate.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/u...
Now he is worried about being arrested and deported for the crime of monitoring online hate.
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/u...
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Another one of these? Felon must be bored.
December 26, 2025 at 5:20 AM
Another one of these? Felon must be bored.
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In case you need a positive reminder:
How effective is protesting? According to historians and political scientists: very www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
How effective is protesting? According to historians and political scientists: very www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
How effective is protesting? According to historians and political scientists: very
From emancipation to women’s suffrage, civil rights and BLM, mass movement has shaped the arc of US history
www.theguardian.com
December 26, 2025 at 2:51 AM
In case you need a positive reminder:
How effective is protesting? According to historians and political scientists: very www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
How effective is protesting? According to historians and political scientists: very www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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Neither the New York Times nor the Washington Post published stories about Trump writing 200 unhinged posts on Christmas Day
You almost have to feel bad for an ugly old man with no family or friends to keep him company on Christmas Day that he makes 200 crazy posts ranting about everything under the sun.
Almost.
Almost.
December 26, 2025 at 5:02 AM
Neither the New York Times nor the Washington Post published stories about Trump writing 200 unhinged posts on Christmas Day
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Every time I see another one of his vile outbursts, my contempt for the Republicans in Congress grows. They see it too and know it’s wrong but still do nothing. Their complicity and cowardice will gaunt them throughout history.
December 25, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Every time I see another one of his vile outbursts, my contempt for the Republicans in Congress grows. They see it too and know it’s wrong but still do nothing. Their complicity and cowardice will gaunt them throughout history.
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December 25, 2025 at 9:06 PM
I've spent 30 years fighting to protect free and fair elections. From county courtrooms to the U.S. Supreme Court, I've argued and won cases that have helped decide elections. I started Democracy Docket to share most important information and analysis with you. Sign-up now. hubs.ly/Q03CbHTt0
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The malignant narcissist can’t stand America trying to have a peaceful Christmas without him.
December 25, 2025 at 11:24 PM
The malignant narcissist can’t stand America trying to have a peaceful Christmas without him.
"We Americans are very proud of not having a king," Jimmy Kimmel tells British TV viewers. "Just for the record, we have nothing against your king. We just have a problem with the guy who thinks he's our king. Don't give up on us. Give us about three years."
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Jimmy Kimmel's Alternative Christmas Message (Channel 4 UK)
YouTube video by LateNighter
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December 25, 2025 at 11:55 PM
"We Americans are very proud of not having a king," Jimmy Kimmel tells British TV viewers. "Just for the record, we have nothing against your king. We just have a problem with the guy who thinks he's our king. Don't give up on us. Give us about three years."
youtu.be/PqTPV6Fr7xg?...
youtu.be/PqTPV6Fr7xg?...
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The lesson of history is that tyrants cannot be appeased.
Appeasement only feeds their insatiable hunger for power.
Tyrants prey on people who feel unsafe and vulnerable.
But without mass submission, a tyrant is powerless.
Remember this.
Appeasement only feeds their insatiable hunger for power.
Tyrants prey on people who feel unsafe and vulnerable.
But without mass submission, a tyrant is powerless.
Remember this.
December 25, 2025 at 12:14 AM
The lesson of history is that tyrants cannot be appeased.
Appeasement only feeds their insatiable hunger for power.
Tyrants prey on people who feel unsafe and vulnerable.
But without mass submission, a tyrant is powerless.
Remember this.
Appeasement only feeds their insatiable hunger for power.
Tyrants prey on people who feel unsafe and vulnerable.
But without mass submission, a tyrant is powerless.
Remember this.
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Peace on earth, goodwill to men.
December 25, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Peace on earth, goodwill to men.
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If only we had an amendment to the Constitution that protected speech . . .
December 24, 2025 at 5:17 PM
If only we had an amendment to the Constitution that protected speech . . .
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Having to watch a bootlegged copy of a video from another country because my country censored it is making me feel as if I'm living in 1980s Eastern Germany.
December 23, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Having to watch a bootlegged copy of a video from another country because my country censored it is making me feel as if I'm living in 1980s Eastern Germany.
Trump’s 10 Biggest, Most Shameful Billionaire Toadies newrepublic.com/article/2042... via @newrepublic.com
Trump’s 10 Biggest, Most Shameful Billionaire Toadies
These businessmen have shown no shame in kowtowing to the president—and he has richly rewarded their sycophancy.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Trump’s 10 Biggest, Most Shameful Billionaire Toadies newrepublic.com/article/2042... via @newrepublic.com