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“Accessibility and affordability aren’t minor concerns; they should be guiding principles in a country that claims to be free and equal,” Abigail Disney, a descendant of Disney’s founders, writes in a letter to The Times.
Opinion | Disney World’s Window on America
Abigail Disney, a descendant of Disney’s founders, and other readers respond to an essay about Disney and America. Also: A stark contrast between two political parties.
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ICYMI: @abigaildisney.bsky.social in the @nytopinion.nytimes.com — Disney parks & Trump’s tax plan have one thing in common: catering to the ultrawealthy at the expense of the middle class. #TrumpTaxScam #EconomicJustice
Even Mitt Romney is saying the quiet part out loud: it’s time for the wealthy to pay more in taxes. The backlash from the WSJ editorial board says less about “sacrifice” and more about defending a rigged system. Budgets are moral documents and tax policy is about priorities. #StopTheScam
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December 23, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Even Mitt Romney is saying the quiet part out loud: it’s time for the wealthy to pay more in taxes. The backlash from the WSJ editorial board says less about “sacrifice” and more about defending a rigged system. Budgets are moral documents and tax policy is about priorities. #StopTheScam
Masked men with guns ≠ safety. 🚫 Transparency = basic public safety. ✅ @civilrightsorg.bsky.social
We should be able to send our kids to school without worrying that they might run into armed, unidentified agents! Demand accountability now: bit.ly/3YlVcIO #MasksOffRightsOn
We should be able to send our kids to school without worrying that they might run into armed, unidentified agents! Demand accountability now: bit.ly/3YlVcIO #MasksOffRightsOn
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December 17, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Masked men with guns ≠ safety. 🚫 Transparency = basic public safety. ✅ @civilrightsorg.bsky.social
We should be able to send our kids to school without worrying that they might run into armed, unidentified agents! Demand accountability now: bit.ly/3YlVcIO #MasksOffRightsOn
We should be able to send our kids to school without worrying that they might run into armed, unidentified agents! Demand accountability now: bit.ly/3YlVcIO #MasksOffRightsOn
As a proud member of the @civilrightsorg.bsky.social V4P echoes this important call: the DOJ Civil Rights Division must uphold the Constitution and protect equal justice for all #CivilRights
Today is the 68th anniversary of the creation of the DOJ Civil Rights Division, and over 200 recent employees have shared an open letter decrying the near-destruction of the division’s mission and expressing the hope to one day rebuild it.
An Open Letter from Former Civil Rights Division Employees
On the 68th anniversary of the Civil Rights Division, former employees share an open letter decrying the near-destruction of the division’s mission and expressing the hope to one day rebuild it.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:28 PM
As a proud member of the @civilrightsorg.bsky.social V4P echoes this important call: the DOJ Civil Rights Division must uphold the Constitution and protect equal justice for all #CivilRights
States will face new SNAP and Medicaid costs under the one big beautiful bill; many are already constrained by years of tax cuts that favored the wealthy. This moment makes one thing clear: budgets are moral documents, and priorities must center on people, not political giveaways.
Wave of Tax Cuts Has Left Many States Vulnerable to Trump SNAP and Medicaid Crisis
President Donald Trump’s so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act will shift billions in costs for SNAP and Medicaid to states. But with 26 having cut or eliminated state income taxes just since 2021, the...
www.propublica.org
December 9, 2025 at 6:32 PM
States will face new SNAP and Medicaid costs under the one big beautiful bill; many are already constrained by years of tax cuts that favored the wealthy. This moment makes one thing clear: budgets are moral documents, and priorities must center on people, not political giveaways.
Trickle-down economics? More like trickle-NONE economics. #taxjustice #taxthewealthy
From 2018-2024, Delta made $7.993 billion, but got a tax refund of $375 million.
They then spent $3.9 billion on stock buybacks and $2.6 billion on dividend payouts to further enrich their wealthy CEOs and shareholders.
Tax cuts for rich corporations never trickle down.
They then spent $3.9 billion on stock buybacks and $2.6 billion on dividend payouts to further enrich their wealthy CEOs and shareholders.
Tax cuts for rich corporations never trickle down.
December 8, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Trickle-down economics? More like trickle-NONE economics. #taxjustice #taxthewealthy
From D.C. to Memphis — and possibly New Orleans — the National Guard is being egregiously misused, deployed for political intimidation instead of the public safety and disaster response they’re meant for. More here: mkong.substack.com/p/make-ameri...
Make America Fight Again
Is the Texas National Guard about to invade Oregon?
mkong.substack.com
December 5, 2025 at 8:13 PM
From D.C. to Memphis — and possibly New Orleans — the National Guard is being egregiously misused, deployed for political intimidation instead of the public safety and disaster response they’re meant for. More here: mkong.substack.com/p/make-ameri...
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In the past 394 days, Corrupt Trump and his family have received over $1.8 billion in cash and gifts as he sells off access to the White House while working families face rising prices across the board.
It doesn't get more out of touch than this.
It doesn't get more out of touch than this.
December 4, 2025 at 8:27 PM
In the past 394 days, Corrupt Trump and his family have received over $1.8 billion in cash and gifts as he sells off access to the White House while working families face rising prices across the board.
It doesn't get more out of touch than this.
It doesn't get more out of touch than this.
Senate Dems and Republicans are floating competing healthcare proposals and side-by-side votes while Americans watch. Through all of this, the stakes are high: families need affordable coverage, and the political back-and-forth must not overshadow that. miacmccarthy.bsky.social for @politico.com
Capitol agenda: The health care talks to watch
Many lawmakers now view Jan. 30 as the real deadline to figure out what to do about Affordable Care Act subsidies.
www.politico.com
December 2, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Senate Dems and Republicans are floating competing healthcare proposals and side-by-side votes while Americans watch. Through all of this, the stakes are high: families need affordable coverage, and the political back-and-forth must not overshadow that. miacmccarthy.bsky.social for @politico.com
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In Trump's pay-for-play White House, it's a good time to be a criminal who takes advantage of hardworking Americans.
What ever happened to the party of law and order?
What ever happened to the party of law and order?
SCOOP: David Gentile reported to prison on Nov. 14 to begin a 7-year sentence for what prosecutors described as a $1.6B scheme that defrauded thousands of victims.
Trump commuted Gentile's sentence 12 days later, freeing him from prison.
Trump commuted Gentile's sentence 12 days later, freeing him from prison.
Trump Frees Fraudster Just Days Into Seven-Year Prison Sentence
www.nytimes.com
December 1, 2025 at 5:34 PM
In Trump's pay-for-play White House, it's a good time to be a criminal who takes advantage of hardworking Americans.
What ever happened to the party of law and order?
What ever happened to the party of law and order?
Today is the National Day of Mourning, a time to honor Indigenous ancestors and confront the violent history behind Thanksgiving. These harms persist through attacks on tribal sovereignty and ongoing injustice. Progress requires truth, accountability, and action.
November 27, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Today is the National Day of Mourning, a time to honor Indigenous ancestors and confront the violent history behind Thanksgiving. These harms persist through attacks on tribal sovereignty and ongoing injustice. Progress requires truth, accountability, and action.
Millions rely on ACA subsidies for stable, affordable care. Using health coverage as a political bargaining tool puts families at risk. The ACA is life-saving reform, not a pawn in some game. Health care access should strengthen democracy, not be chipped away by backroom deals.
Trump was going to roll out a health care plan. Then Republicans weighed in.
Lawmakers just have a few weeks left to reach a deal to avoid a massive premium spike for ACA enrollees.
www.politico.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Millions rely on ACA subsidies for stable, affordable care. Using health coverage as a political bargaining tool puts families at risk. The ACA is life-saving reform, not a pawn in some game. Health care access should strengthen democracy, not be chipped away by backroom deals.
This Trans Day of Remembrance, remembering those lost is a solemn responsibility: the rising attacks on trans communities remain a threat to our collective safety, dignity, and democracy.
Honoring this day means advocating for policies that expand safety, dignity, and opportunity for trans people.
Honoring this day means advocating for policies that expand safety, dignity, and opportunity for trans people.
November 20, 2025 at 5:06 PM
This Trans Day of Remembrance, remembering those lost is a solemn responsibility: the rising attacks on trans communities remain a threat to our collective safety, dignity, and democracy.
Honoring this day means advocating for policies that expand safety, dignity, and opportunity for trans people.
Honoring this day means advocating for policies that expand safety, dignity, and opportunity for trans people.
The end of the shutdown brings relief, but millions now face losing SNAP permanently. The administration’s cuts are weakening vital safety nets. Undermining programs that keep families fed is a direct threat to economic stability and a functioning democracy. [@marciabrown.bsky.social/ @politico.com]
Food stamps are back, but millions will soon lose benefits permanently
Even though the shutdown is over, the GOP’s signature tax and spending law is poised to kick people off the nation’s largest anti-hunger program.
www.politico.com
November 18, 2025 at 7:48 PM
The end of the shutdown brings relief, but millions now face losing SNAP permanently. The administration’s cuts are weakening vital safety nets. Undermining programs that keep families fed is a direct threat to economic stability and a functioning democracy. [@marciabrown.bsky.social/ @politico.com]
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There's a law on the books to make corporations pay taxes on the huge profits they report to shareholders.
The Trump admin has quietly decided not to enforce it.
This de facto corporate tax break will add hundreds of billions to the deficit.
Why is no one talking about this?
The Trump admin has quietly decided not to enforce it.
This de facto corporate tax break will add hundreds of billions to the deficit.
Why is no one talking about this?
November 13, 2025 at 9:49 PM
There's a law on the books to make corporations pay taxes on the huge profits they report to shareholders.
The Trump admin has quietly decided not to enforce it.
This de facto corporate tax break will add hundreds of billions to the deficit.
Why is no one talking about this?
The Trump admin has quietly decided not to enforce it.
This de facto corporate tax break will add hundreds of billions to the deficit.
Why is no one talking about this?
When good policy meets public needs, communities can thrive.
NEW: The first two years of Massachusetts' millionaire tax has raised $3 billion more than expected.
And rather than driving the rich away, IPS researchers found that the number of millionaires has *increased.*
Tax the rich. Greg Ryan in @bloomberg.com:
And rather than driving the rich away, IPS researchers found that the number of millionaires has *increased.*
Tax the rich. Greg Ryan in @bloomberg.com:
Millionaire Tax That Inspired Mamdani Fuels $5.7 Billion Haul in Massachusetts
A millionaire levy in Massachusetts that New York City mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani holds up as a model for taxing the rich has generated $3 billion more in revenue than expected without forcing...
www.bloomberg.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:15 PM
When good policy meets public needs, communities can thrive.
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The government shutdown has led to flight delays and cancellations for everyday Americans – but not for those rich enough to fly private.
In fact, October was the best month for private aviation in nearly 20 years, with 245,000 private jet departures.
In fact, October was the best month for private aviation in nearly 20 years, with 245,000 private jet departures.
Who Didn’t Suffer During the Shutdown? People Flying Private.
www.nytimes.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:25 PM
The government shutdown has led to flight delays and cancellations for everyday Americans – but not for those rich enough to fly private.
In fact, October was the best month for private aviation in nearly 20 years, with 245,000 private jet departures.
In fact, October was the best month for private aviation in nearly 20 years, with 245,000 private jet departures.
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The Trump administration has made it clear: it wants to take food away from hungry families—it'll even go to court over it.
November 6, 2025 at 8:31 PM
The Trump administration has made it clear: it wants to take food away from hungry families—it'll even go to court over it.
Coloradans just voted to raise taxes on the wealthy to feed every child and strengthen SNAP. Across the U.S., voters are backing fair taxes that fund care and dignity. Congress should take note: Americans want an economy that works for everyone. @taydolven.bsky.social for @coloradosun.com
Colorado voters approve tax increase on high earners to fund school meals, food stamps
Proposition MM's passage means Colorado will be able to fully fund free breakfast and lunch for all public school students
coloradosun.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Coloradans just voted to raise taxes on the wealthy to feed every child and strengthen SNAP. Across the U.S., voters are backing fair taxes that fund care and dignity. Congress should take note: Americans want an economy that works for everyone. @taydolven.bsky.social for @coloradosun.com
Big night for Democrats! Abigail Spanberger’s victory reflects a clear message from voters: they want leaders who will lower costs, create opportunity, and stand up for reproductive rights.
In her campaign, Abigail Spanberger focused on jobs and the cost of living and emphasized her support for abortion rights.
Abigail Spanberger Flips Virginia, Becomes State’s First Female Governor
In her campaign, Abigail Spanberger focused on jobs and the cost of living and emphasized her support for abortion rights.
www.nytimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Big night for Democrats! Abigail Spanberger’s victory reflects a clear message from voters: they want leaders who will lower costs, create opportunity, and stand up for reproductive rights.
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Mississippi Democrats flipped 3 legislative seats & broke the GOP's Senate supermajority, @ashtonpittman.bsky.social writes: www.mississippifreepress.org/mississippi-...
Mississippi Democrats Break Republican Senate Supermajority, Flipping 3 Legislative Seats
After 13 years, Mississippi Democrats broke the Republican Party's supermajority in the Mississippi Senate, flipping 3 legislative seats.
www.mississippifreepress.org
November 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Mississippi Democrats flipped 3 legislative seats & broke the GOP's Senate supermajority, @ashtonpittman.bsky.social writes: www.mississippifreepress.org/mississippi-...
Today, the choices are clear: fear or freedom, control or care. Democracy is not self-sustaining; it depends on people showing up, voting their values, and staying engaged long after the ballots are cast. It's time to shape a government that serves everyone, not just the wealthy and powerful few.
November 4, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Today, the choices are clear: fear or freedom, control or care. Democracy is not self-sustaining; it depends on people showing up, voting their values, and staying engaged long after the ballots are cast. It's time to shape a government that serves everyone, not just the wealthy and powerful few.
A Virginia judge just rejected Republicans’ bid to block a constitutional amendment that could allow the state to redraw its congressional map, keeping fair representation efforts alive. For now, Virginia voters, not politicians, still have a say in shaping their democracy.
Judge Rejects GOP’s Emergency Bid to Halt Virginia Redistricting
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
October 30, 2025 at 4:57 PM
A Virginia judge just rejected Republicans’ bid to block a constitutional amendment that could allow the state to redraw its congressional map, keeping fair representation efforts alive. For now, Virginia voters, not politicians, still have a say in shaping their democracy.
As headlines focus on a Texas Tylenol lawsuit, a crisis is unfolding: 42 million people are about to lose food assistance in November. The USDA says it can’t pay SNAP benefits during the shutdown, leaving families to choose between rent, heat, and food. Americans deserve better. Tami Luhby/@cnn.com
Here’s why the shutdown has put food stamp benefits at risk | CNN Politics
In an unprecedented situation, millions of Americans could lose access to a crucial food assistance program in the coming weeks amid the federal government shutdown.
www.cnn.com
October 28, 2025 at 3:45 PM
As headlines focus on a Texas Tylenol lawsuit, a crisis is unfolding: 42 million people are about to lose food assistance in November. The USDA says it can’t pay SNAP benefits during the shutdown, leaving families to choose between rent, heat, and food. Americans deserve better. Tami Luhby/@cnn.com
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Philanthropy Should Support Frontline Leadership in Times of Crisis nonprofitquarterly.org/philanthropy... @rhettayersbutler.bsky.social
Philanthropy Should Support Frontline Leadership in Times of Crisis - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Philanthropy should support frontline leaders in times of crisis, become more movement-oriented, and learn from frontline communities.
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October 28, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Philanthropy Should Support Frontline Leadership in Times of Crisis nonprofitquarterly.org/philanthropy... @rhettayersbutler.bsky.social
With ACA open enrollment starting Nov 1, @americanprogress.bsky.social warns: expiring tax credits + restrictive rules = higher premiums & fewer options. Millions risk losing coverage — Congress MUST ACT to protect access to care. www.americanprogress.org/article/open...
Open Enrollment, Closed Doors
As Affordable Care Act marketplace open enrollment for 2026 begins on November 1, Republican health policies are reducing access to affordable and comprehensive coverage for low-income Americans, youn...
www.americanprogress.org
October 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
With ACA open enrollment starting Nov 1, @americanprogress.bsky.social warns: expiring tax credits + restrictive rules = higher premiums & fewer options. Millions risk losing coverage — Congress MUST ACT to protect access to care. www.americanprogress.org/article/open...