@asuss49.bsky.social
Proud Boomer. Obsessions include music, media, politics (Kennedy era-bred liberal), and baseball. Have written about music and pop culture since 1968 and been a contributor to Beatlefan Magazine since 1979.
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NEW: Trump’s first attempts at legal retribution aren’t going well. Despite the incompetence of his prosecutors and the vindictive nature of the charges, his long-promised revenge campaign appears to be far from over.
https://bit.ly/4oTUTAC
https://bit.ly/4oTUTAC
bit.ly
November 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
NEW: Trump’s first attempts at legal retribution aren’t going well. Despite the incompetence of his prosecutors and the vindictive nature of the charges, his long-promised revenge campaign appears to be far from over.
https://bit.ly/4oTUTAC
https://bit.ly/4oTUTAC
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Seven years after Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez burst onto the national stage, she has become an effective insider, shaping key debates and building a national following.
Now, she’s weighing the possibility of a Senate bid or even a run for president.
Now, she’s weighing the possibility of a Senate bid or even a run for president.
AOC built her own political machine. Now she’s deciding her next move.
Seven years after Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leapt onto the national stage as an outsider, she’s learned an inside game and is considering a run for Senate or president.
wapo.st
November 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Seven years after Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez burst onto the national stage, she has become an effective insider, shaping key debates and building a national following.
Now, she’s weighing the possibility of a Senate bid or even a run for president.
Now, she’s weighing the possibility of a Senate bid or even a run for president.
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Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is a gift to Putin | Kenneth Roth
Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is a gift to Putin | Kenneth Roth
The plan would leave Ukraine’s democracy in jeopardy and its sovereignty compromised
www.theguardian.com
November 22, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is a gift to Putin | Kenneth Roth
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NPR interviews with current and former officials reveal more of the backstory around the military's strikes in the Caribbean.
Justice Department official told prosecutors that U.S. should 'just sink' drug boats
NPR interviews with current and former officials reveal more of the backstory around the military's strikes in the Caribbean.
n.pr
November 22, 2025 at 2:41 PM
NPR interviews with current and former officials reveal more of the backstory around the military's strikes in the Caribbean.
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Fueling the Trump administration’s anti-voting efforts are election deniers in key positions who continue to spread conspiracy theories and, even more troublingly, work to undermine the fairness of future elections.
Here are some of the most important👇
https://bit.ly/3LKeRz6
Here are some of the most important👇
https://bit.ly/3LKeRz6
Trump’s Administration Is Full of Election Deniers — They’re Already Working to Rig the Vote
Read about the fight for democracy from activists, elected officials, legal experts and others.
bit.ly
November 22, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Fueling the Trump administration’s anti-voting efforts are election deniers in key positions who continue to spread conspiracy theories and, even more troublingly, work to undermine the fairness of future elections.
Here are some of the most important👇
https://bit.ly/3LKeRz6
Here are some of the most important👇
https://bit.ly/3LKeRz6
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Increasing temperatures are already killing huge numbers of people.
A ProPublica and @us.theguardian.com analysis found that Trump’s “America First” agenda is expected to add substantially to the toll, with the vast majority of deaths occurring outside the U.S.
By @fastlerner.bsky.social
A ProPublica and @us.theguardian.com analysis found that Trump’s “America First” agenda is expected to add substantially to the toll, with the vast majority of deaths occurring outside the U.S.
By @fastlerner.bsky.social
Trump’s Anti-Green Agenda Could Lead to 1.3 Million More Climate Deaths. The Poorest Countries Will Be Impacted Most.
Most of the people expected to suffer these temperature-related deaths live in poor countries in Africa and South Asia that are least prepared to cope with the increasing heat from climate change.
www.propublica.org
November 22, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Increasing temperatures are already killing huge numbers of people.
A ProPublica and @us.theguardian.com analysis found that Trump’s “America First” agenda is expected to add substantially to the toll, with the vast majority of deaths occurring outside the U.S.
By @fastlerner.bsky.social
A ProPublica and @us.theguardian.com analysis found that Trump’s “America First” agenda is expected to add substantially to the toll, with the vast majority of deaths occurring outside the U.S.
By @fastlerner.bsky.social
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RFK Jr. wants you to know that he’s personally responsible for the anti-vax misinformation on the CDC's website
RFK Jr. wants you to know he’s personally responsible for anti-vax misinformation on CDC website
He told the New York Times there’s no proof that vaccines don’t cause autism, which is a lie.
www.motherjones.com
November 22, 2025 at 4:54 PM
RFK Jr. wants you to know that he’s personally responsible for the anti-vax misinformation on the CDC's website
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Even before the president's falling out with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., over the Epstein files, some Republicans questioned Trump's policy interpretation of what "America First" means.
The Epstein files are just the latest fracture in Trump's MAGA coalition
Even before the president's falling out with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., over the Epstein files, some Republicans questioned Trump's policy interpretation of what "America First" means.
n.pr
November 22, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Even before the president's falling out with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., over the Epstein files, some Republicans questioned Trump's policy interpretation of what "America First" means.
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BREAKING: At least 24 people are dead and 54 wounded after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, testing the ceasefire that began in October, officials say.
Israel launches strikes in Gaza ceasefire's latest test as hospitals say 20 killed
Israel's military says it has launched new airstrikes against Hamas militants in Gaza, testing the ceasefire that began on October 10.
bit.ly
November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
BREAKING: At least 24 people are dead and 54 wounded after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, testing the ceasefire that began in October, officials say.
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Opponents of the changes say Congress explicitly located some of these offices inside the Education Department, and the White House cannot legally move their work without Congress' approval.
Trump administration shares new moves to dismantle more of the Education Department
Opponents of the changes say Congress explicitly located some of these offices inside the Education Department, and the White House cannot legally move their work without Congress' approval.
n.pr
November 22, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Opponents of the changes say Congress explicitly located some of these offices inside the Education Department, and the White House cannot legally move their work without Congress' approval.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene no longer trusts the plan.
In her surprise resignation, she cast doubt on the QAnon conspiracy theory she once promoted.
In her surprise resignation, she cast doubt on the QAnon conspiracy theory she once promoted.
Marjorie Taylor Greene no longer trusts the plan
After feuding with Trump, the congresswoman resigns and casts doubt on the QAnon conspiracy theory she once promoted on her way out the door.
www.motherjones.com
November 22, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Marjorie Taylor Greene no longer trusts the plan.
In her surprise resignation, she cast doubt on the QAnon conspiracy theory she once promoted.
In her surprise resignation, she cast doubt on the QAnon conspiracy theory she once promoted.
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Burns' six-part documentary uses voiceover, reenactors and drone footage to tell the story of America's founding. And it reminds viewers that the quest for a more perfect union is far from over.
Ken Burns' 'American Revolution' will make you think differently about U.S. history
Burns' six-part documentary uses voiceover, reenactors and drone footage to tell the story of America's founding. And it reminds viewers that the quest for a more perfect union is far from over.
n.pr
November 22, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Burns' six-part documentary uses voiceover, reenactors and drone footage to tell the story of America's founding. And it reminds viewers that the quest for a more perfect union is far from over.
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detailed WashPost account of how Trump and Stephen Miller sidelined serious lawyers so they could fabricate a justification for committing murder
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
White House blew past legal concerns in deadly strikes on drug boats
The Trump administration sidestepped skeptical lawyers across national security agencies as it pursued a military campaign against alleged narcotraffickers, officials say.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 22, 2025 at 12:23 PM
detailed WashPost account of how Trump and Stephen Miller sidelined serious lawyers so they could fabricate a justification for committing murder
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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Numerous House Dems have now filed reports with the Capitol Police on Trump's call for their execution, WaPo reports. Rep Chrissy Houlahan discussed the need for this on our pod yesterday:
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Democrats seek police action on Trump’s ‘threatening’ social media posts
Lawmakers responded to Trump writing that they should be arrested and potentially punished by death for encouraging service members to disobey illegal orders.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 22, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Numerous House Dems have now filed reports with the Capitol Police on Trump's call for their execution, WaPo reports. Rep Chrissy Houlahan discussed the need for this on our pod yesterday:
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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This is what it looks like when the younger generations take the lead.
The youth needs to be empowered to use their voice, it is through them that this regime will fall. It is through them that new leaders will rise. The future is theirs.
The youth needs to be empowered to use their voice, it is through them that this regime will fall. It is through them that new leaders will rise. The future is theirs.
November 22, 2025 at 12:44 PM
This is what it looks like when the younger generations take the lead.
The youth needs to be empowered to use their voice, it is through them that this regime will fall. It is through them that new leaders will rise. The future is theirs.
The youth needs to be empowered to use their voice, it is through them that this regime will fall. It is through them that new leaders will rise. The future is theirs.
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I'm so with Miss Piggy....
November 22, 2025 at 1:16 PM
I'm so with Miss Piggy....
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A real President ……….
Sixty-two years ago today, November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. He was shot while riding in an open-top car and died later at Parkland Hospital. The event, which occurred at 12:30 p.m. CST, was a moment of national tragedy.
Sixty-two years ago today, November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. He was shot while riding in an open-top car and died later at Parkland Hospital. The event, which occurred at 12:30 p.m. CST, was a moment of national tragedy.
November 22, 2025 at 1:21 PM
A real President ……….
Sixty-two years ago today, November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. He was shot while riding in an open-top car and died later at Parkland Hospital. The event, which occurred at 12:30 p.m. CST, was a moment of national tragedy.
Sixty-two years ago today, November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. He was shot while riding in an open-top car and died later at Parkland Hospital. The event, which occurred at 12:30 p.m. CST, was a moment of national tragedy.
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Sen. Mark Kelly fears for safety. "It would be irresponsible for me not to consider that [Trump’s] words result in increased threats to myself, even to my staff, to my family."
“It would be a rather irresponsible thing for us not to consider this seriously.”
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
“It would be a rather irresponsible thing for us not to consider this seriously.”
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Senator whose wife was shot fears for safety after Trump sedition accusation
President called behavior of Mark Kelly, whose wife Gabby Giffords survived assassination bid, ‘punishable by death’
www.theguardian.com
November 22, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Sen. Mark Kelly fears for safety. "It would be irresponsible for me not to consider that [Trump’s] words result in increased threats to myself, even to my staff, to my family."
“It would be a rather irresponsible thing for us not to consider this seriously.”
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
“It would be a rather irresponsible thing for us not to consider this seriously.”
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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Pete Buttigieg would be a good DNC spokesperson.
He would do a GREAT job of going around the country, being on TV all the time, and putting out Dem messaging on EVERY issue.
He would be an excellent counter-Leavitt. And we NEED one. He should be holding regular press conferences and putting
He would do a GREAT job of going around the country, being on TV all the time, and putting out Dem messaging on EVERY issue.
He would be an excellent counter-Leavitt. And we NEED one. He should be holding regular press conferences and putting
November 22, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Pete Buttigieg would be a good DNC spokesperson.
He would do a GREAT job of going around the country, being on TV all the time, and putting out Dem messaging on EVERY issue.
He would be an excellent counter-Leavitt. And we NEED one. He should be holding regular press conferences and putting
He would do a GREAT job of going around the country, being on TV all the time, and putting out Dem messaging on EVERY issue.
He would be an excellent counter-Leavitt. And we NEED one. He should be holding regular press conferences and putting
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🎵 “Join Ice” - @wellesmusic on Colbert
November 22, 2025 at 1:54 PM
🎵 “Join Ice” - @wellesmusic on Colbert
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He would love a race war.
The racist bigoted useless illiterate redneck white supremacist fascist are all in.
Elon Musk Calls on Trump to Pardon Ex-Cop Derek Chauvin, Who Murdered George Floyd.
www.democracynow.org/2025/3/6/hea...
The racist bigoted useless illiterate redneck white supremacist fascist are all in.
Elon Musk Calls on Trump to Pardon Ex-Cop Derek Chauvin, Who Murdered George Floyd.
www.democracynow.org/2025/3/6/hea...
Elon Musk Calls on Trump to Pardon Ex-Cop Derek Chauvin, Who Murdered George Floyd
Elon Musk has joined calls for President Trump to pardon ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was convicted of murdering George Floyd in 2020. A Trump pardon would end Chauvin’s 20-year se...
www.democracynow.org
November 22, 2025 at 5:08 PM
He would love a race war.
The racist bigoted useless illiterate redneck white supremacist fascist are all in.
Elon Musk Calls on Trump to Pardon Ex-Cop Derek Chauvin, Who Murdered George Floyd.
www.democracynow.org/2025/3/6/hea...
The racist bigoted useless illiterate redneck white supremacist fascist are all in.
Elon Musk Calls on Trump to Pardon Ex-Cop Derek Chauvin, Who Murdered George Floyd.
www.democracynow.org/2025/3/6/hea...
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MAGA: "Ha ha ha ha! New York City just elected a socialist. We are going to turn Zohran Mamdani into the face of the Democratic Party, a bogeyman, and a weight around the necks of all Democrats! Stupid play, suckers!"
TRUMP: "Mamdani is wonderful. He's going to make a great mayor."
MAGA: "What???"
TRUMP: "Mamdani is wonderful. He's going to make a great mayor."
MAGA: "What???"
November 21, 2025 at 10:08 PM
MAGA: "Ha ha ha ha! New York City just elected a socialist. We are going to turn Zohran Mamdani into the face of the Democratic Party, a bogeyman, and a weight around the necks of all Democrats! Stupid play, suckers!"
TRUMP: "Mamdani is wonderful. He's going to make a great mayor."
MAGA: "What???"
TRUMP: "Mamdani is wonderful. He's going to make a great mayor."
MAGA: "What???"
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NEW EPISODE: Texas Republicans just suffered a major legal defeat — and now they’re panicking. After their gerrymandered redistricting scheme collapsed in court, a dissenting judge went off the rails, name-dropping me and pushing a weird conspiracy-style attack. youtu.be/HqMlZ0-Up4s?...
Republicans Attack Me After HUGE Redistricting Loss In Texas
YouTube video by Democracy Docket
youtu.be
November 22, 2025 at 4:40 PM
NEW EPISODE: Texas Republicans just suffered a major legal defeat — and now they’re panicking. After their gerrymandered redistricting scheme collapsed in court, a dissenting judge went off the rails, name-dropping me and pushing a weird conspiracy-style attack. youtu.be/HqMlZ0-Up4s?...