RJ Stessman
@turn2thecosmos.bsky.social
Posts of astrophotography, ISU Cyclone sports, catitude, cycling or beautiful landscapes may occasionally pop up here. Birder, bluebirder, cat Dad, and unapologetic tree hugger. DIY audio nut and would-be craftsman. Retired.
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As the dawn breaks on what promises to be a rocky year full of twists and turns, remember to recognize the good and the beautiful along with the downturns. #landscapephotography, #photography #Utah #wilderness #nature
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Breaking: Hegseth reportedly disguised bomber as Civilian plane, attacked "drug boat" with it. That'd be a war crime: www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/u...
U.S. Attacked Boat With Aircraft That Looked Like a Civilian Plane
www.nytimes.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Breaking: Hegseth reportedly disguised bomber as Civilian plane, attacked "drug boat" with it. That'd be a war crime: www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/u...
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The United States has become an economically stagnant police state governed by a senile dictator with a bad personality disorder. But at least now I can use plastic straws again.
January 12, 2026 at 7:02 PM
The United States has become an economically stagnant police state governed by a senile dictator with a bad personality disorder. But at least now I can use plastic straws again.
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I get the political strategy behind #IA03 Zach Nunn's flip-flop on ACA insurance subsidies. He can tell Iowans he tried to lower their costs.
Most won't realize that if Nunn had had his way, the Democratic bill would never have reached the House floor.
www.bleedingheartland.com/2026/01/11/n...
Most won't realize that if Nunn had had his way, the Democratic bill would never have reached the House floor.
www.bleedingheartland.com/2026/01/11/n...
Nunn, Miller-Meeks both crossed the aisle—but one kept it quiet
Laura Belin: Zach Nunn's political strategy is easier to understand than Mariannette Miller-Meeks'. But it may be just as risky.
www.bleedingheartland.com
January 11, 2026 at 6:32 PM
I get the political strategy behind #IA03 Zach Nunn's flip-flop on ACA insurance subsidies. He can tell Iowans he tried to lower their costs.
Most won't realize that if Nunn had had his way, the Democratic bill would never have reached the House floor.
www.bleedingheartland.com/2026/01/11/n...
Most won't realize that if Nunn had had his way, the Democratic bill would never have reached the House floor.
www.bleedingheartland.com/2026/01/11/n...
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Now your gonna spill the beans Epstein?
January 10, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Now your gonna spill the beans Epstein?
Cool, cool, cool. When can we expect JD and Seal Team Pete to invade Ohio?
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Vivek Ramaswamy's family bodyguard arrested on drug trafficking charges
Republican Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has expressed alarm that a man who worked as his family's bodyguard is facing federal drug trafficking charges.
www.pbs.org
January 10, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Cool, cool, cool. When can we expect JD and Seal Team Pete to invade Ohio?
www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...
www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...
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The World Cup should not be held in the United States.
January 9, 2026 at 2:17 AM
The World Cup should not be held in the United States.
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Every Iowan deserves clean water. Read more about the Legislature's discussions on water quality here: bit.ly/4sw464n
January 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Every Iowan deserves clean water. Read more about the Legislature's discussions on water quality here: bit.ly/4sw464n
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Congratulations to Miami, but they got lucky playing 2 SEC schools on their way to the title game.
The SEC could only beat their own schools in the playoff. Lost every other game. Weak conference. We should keep these low level conferences out of the playoff...
The SEC could only beat their own schools in the playoff. Lost every other game. Weak conference. We should keep these low level conferences out of the playoff...
January 9, 2026 at 4:38 AM
Congratulations to Miami, but they got lucky playing 2 SEC schools on their way to the title game.
The SEC could only beat their own schools in the playoff. Lost every other game. Weak conference. We should keep these low level conferences out of the playoff...
The SEC could only beat their own schools in the playoff. Lost every other game. Weak conference. We should keep these low level conferences out of the playoff...
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2. Michael de Adder
January 9, 2026 at 1:35 PM
2. Michael de Adder
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Please support Michael de Adder, who does great work:
January 8, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Please support Michael de Adder, who does great work:
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Editorial in the National Catholic Reporter: "The vice president's comments justifying the death of Renee Good are a moral stain on the collective witness of our Catholic faith. His repeated attempts to blame Good for her own death are fundamentally incompatible with the Gospel."
Catholic Vice President Vance takes to social media to justify killing of Renee Good
After the tragic shooting of Renee Good at the hands of ICE, the Catholic vice president of the United States took to social media to justify the killing.
www.ncronline.org
January 8, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Editorial in the National Catholic Reporter: "The vice president's comments justifying the death of Renee Good are a moral stain on the collective witness of our Catholic faith. His repeated attempts to blame Good for her own death are fundamentally incompatible with the Gospel."
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Ex-Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura: “We’re a 3rd world country now. I know. I’ve been to ‘em. I spent 17 months in SE Asia while the draft dodger was playing golf… that’s what happens in a dictatorship. In comes the military. That’s what’s happening here.” 🇺🇸
January 9, 2026 at 12:43 AM
Ex-Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura: “We’re a 3rd world country now. I know. I’ve been to ‘em. I spent 17 months in SE Asia while the draft dodger was playing golf… that’s what happens in a dictatorship. In comes the military. That’s what’s happening here.” 🇺🇸
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Here’s the updated mobile billboard! It rolls on the streets of Minneapolis Saturday. Our donor April B. is MATCHING DONATIONS to double your impact! Please chip in maddogpac.com/products/quick…
January 8, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Here’s the updated mobile billboard! It rolls on the streets of Minneapolis Saturday. Our donor April B. is MATCHING DONATIONS to double your impact! Please chip in maddogpac.com/products/quick…
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NEWS: Star Tribune identifies ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis as Jonathan Ross www.startribune.com/ice-agent-wh...
January 8, 2026 at 7:54 PM
NEWS: Star Tribune identifies ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis as Jonathan Ross www.startribune.com/ice-agent-wh...
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his name is Jonathan Ross and he shouldn't get a good night's sleep for the rest of his life www.startribune.com/ice-agent-wh...
Star Tribune identifies ICE agent who fatally shot woman in Minneapolis
Jonathan Ross was dragged in a separate incident last year by a fleeing driver, according to court records.
www.startribune.com
January 8, 2026 at 7:09 PM
his name is Jonathan Ross and he shouldn't get a good night's sleep for the rest of his life www.startribune.com/ice-agent-wh...
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WAPO analysis debunks Kristi Noem
January 8, 2026 at 3:56 PM
WAPO analysis debunks Kristi Noem
I'll allow it.
CNN graphics put the asterisk in the wrong place, it appears…
January 8, 2026 at 3:40 AM
I'll allow it.
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🚨🚨BREAKING: A U.S. Citizen has been KILLED.
ICE has no authority to make traffic stops except in very narrow, legal circumstances.
Her attempt to drive away? Completely lawful.
This is murder, not enforcement. Arrest the ICE agent NOW. #Justice #EndRacialProfiling #ICEAbuse
ICE has no authority to make traffic stops except in very narrow, legal circumstances.
Her attempt to drive away? Completely lawful.
This is murder, not enforcement. Arrest the ICE agent NOW. #Justice #EndRacialProfiling #ICEAbuse
January 7, 2026 at 8:30 PM
🚨🚨BREAKING: A U.S. Citizen has been KILLED.
ICE has no authority to make traffic stops except in very narrow, legal circumstances.
Her attempt to drive away? Completely lawful.
This is murder, not enforcement. Arrest the ICE agent NOW. #Justice #EndRacialProfiling #ICEAbuse
ICE has no authority to make traffic stops except in very narrow, legal circumstances.
Her attempt to drive away? Completely lawful.
This is murder, not enforcement. Arrest the ICE agent NOW. #Justice #EndRacialProfiling #ICEAbuse