Pinned
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There is still beauty in this world
Judge rules that Black church in DC, which won a $2.8 million default judgment against the Proud Boys, now gains control over the trademark “Proud Boys.” The far-right group is barred from selling any related merchandise or symbols without the consent of the church. Gift link:
Proud Boys Lose Control of Their Name to a Black Church They Vandalized (Gift Article)
A judge awarded the trademarked name and symbols to a Washington church to help satisfy a $2.8 million judgment against the far-right group.
www.nytimes.com
February 4, 2025 at 5:38 PM
There is still beauty in this world
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The fact that they’re broadcasting an entire Trump press conference while Democratic elected officials are trying to get into the USAID building which was shut down by Musk shows exactly what is terribly wrong with today’s political mainstream media.
February 3, 2025 at 8:22 PM
The fact that they’re broadcasting an entire Trump press conference while Democratic elected officials are trying to get into the USAID building which was shut down by Musk shows exactly what is terribly wrong with today’s political mainstream media.
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If the Treasury Secretary does not remove DOGE’s access to the Treasury payment systems at once:
Congress must immediately act.
That is why Rep. Jeffries and I will work together on legislation to stop unlawful meddling in the Treasury Department’s payment systems.
Congress must immediately act.
That is why Rep. Jeffries and I will work together on legislation to stop unlawful meddling in the Treasury Department’s payment systems.
February 3, 2025 at 11:30 PM
If the Treasury Secretary does not remove DOGE’s access to the Treasury payment systems at once:
Congress must immediately act.
That is why Rep. Jeffries and I will work together on legislation to stop unlawful meddling in the Treasury Department’s payment systems.
Congress must immediately act.
That is why Rep. Jeffries and I will work together on legislation to stop unlawful meddling in the Treasury Department’s payment systems.
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So, if the Tangerine Tyrant has paused all federal grants and loans, does this mean that no federal taxes will be withheld from our checks during this period? Asking on behalf of 340 million Americans.
All federal grants and loan disbursement paused by White House | CNN Politics
The White House budget office has ordered a pause on all federal grants and loans, according to an internal memorandum sent Monday.
www.cnn.com
January 28, 2025 at 5:19 PM
So, if the Tangerine Tyrant has paused all federal grants and loans, does this mean that no federal taxes will be withheld from our checks during this period? Asking on behalf of 340 million Americans.
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CNN's Jim Acosta signing off:
"I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too."
I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too.
Pass it on.
"I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too."
I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too.
Pass it on.
January 28, 2025 at 4:23 PM
CNN's Jim Acosta signing off:
"I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too."
I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too.
Pass it on.
"I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too."
I will not give in to the lies. I will not give into the fear. Post it on your social media so people can hear from you too.
Pass it on.
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January 28, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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This is a great piece.
"As deportations ramp up again, we have a choice: We can watch as our neighbors disappear or we can build on these proven strategies to protect the diverse communities we've built together."
"As deportations ramp up again, we have a choice: We can watch as our neighbors disappear or we can build on these proven strategies to protect the diverse communities we've built together."
How to Keep Tabs on ICE Agents Who May Be Surveilling Your Neighborhood
Here’s a step-by-step guide.
www.teenvogue.com
January 24, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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“Terrible things are happening outside. Poor helpless people are being dragged out of their homes. Families are torn apart. Men, women, and children are separated. Children come home from school to find that their parents have disappeared.”
Diary of Anne Frank
January 13, 1943
Diary of Anne Frank
January 13, 1943
January 24, 2025 at 8:08 PM
“Terrible things are happening outside. Poor helpless people are being dragged out of their homes. Families are torn apart. Men, women, and children are separated. Children come home from school to find that their parents have disappeared.”
Diary of Anne Frank
January 13, 1943
Diary of Anne Frank
January 13, 1943
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This is the face of courage and compassion. Thank you Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde for speaking truth to power on behalf of the marginalized.
January 22, 2025 at 3:11 PM
This is the face of courage and compassion. Thank you Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde for speaking truth to power on behalf of the marginalized.
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Remember the end of The Lion King when the hyenas realize Scar lied to them to secure power so they eat him?
Thinking about that a lot for no particular reason.
Thinking about that a lot for no particular reason.
January 23, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Remember the end of The Lion King when the hyenas realize Scar lied to them to secure power so they eat him?
Thinking about that a lot for no particular reason.
Thinking about that a lot for no particular reason.
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ELON DID A FUCKING NAZI SALUTE AND THAT IS NOT FUCKING OK
January 20, 2025 at 8:41 PM
ELON DID A FUCKING NAZI SALUTE AND THAT IS NOT FUCKING OK
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Trump is sworn in without placing his hand on the Bible, because he has no intention of upholding his oath of office.
January 20, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Trump is sworn in without placing his hand on the Bible, because he has no intention of upholding his oath of office.
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How many of these do we have?
November 20, 2024 at 2:10 PM
How many of these do we have?