Bill O’Brien💎
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Avid Corespondent✍🏼 / Advocate👨🏽💼 / Reformer - writing about all things in National Affairs & Culture, Texas Elections Judge, recovering catholic turned agnostic, happily married / Pronouns: calm | nurture | 🏠🇺🇸🏳️🌈 #notAfootballcoach🏈
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Throwing another Happy 100th Dick Van Dyke GIF on the pile
a black and white photo of two people dressed in santa claus costumes
ALT: a black and white photo of two people dressed in santa claus costumes
media.tenor.com
December 13, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Throwing another Happy 100th Dick Van Dyke GIF on the pile
I have been the single biggest promoter of this film since it appeared as the ‘movie-of-the-week’ on network television. Dennis Weaver is completely and totally convincing as he’s chased by a rogue trucker bent on rage. AND was this not Spielberg’s directorial debut.
“If many of Steven Spielberg’s films are marathon novels, DUEL is a sonnet—it has room to play because of its formal constraints.”
I Gave You The Road, Why Don’t You Take It? - Duel (1971) | BW/DR
If many of Steven Spielberg’s films are marathon novels, Duel is a sonnet—it has room to play because of its formal constraints.
www.brightwalldarkroom.com
December 13, 2025 at 11:15 PM
I have been the single biggest promoter of this film since it appeared as the ‘movie-of-the-week’ on network television. Dennis Weaver is completely and totally convincing as he’s chased by a rogue trucker bent on rage. AND was this not Spielberg’s directorial debut.
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Today’s editorial cartoon from the morning paper…
December 13, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Today’s editorial cartoon from the morning paper…
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Venezuela war, bruised hands, MTG quitting, blah blah blah
Where the fuck are those goddamn Epstein files????
Where the fuck are those goddamn Epstein files????
December 13, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Venezuela war, bruised hands, MTG quitting, blah blah blah
Where the fuck are those goddamn Epstein files????
Where the fuck are those goddamn Epstein files????
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As he celebrates his 100th Birthday this very day, can we all take a moment to acknowledge that time when Dick Van Dyke won the internet internet.
Forever.
Forever.
December 13, 2025 at 12:43 PM
As he celebrates his 100th Birthday this very day, can we all take a moment to acknowledge that time when Dick Van Dyke won the internet internet.
Forever.
Forever.
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Even so, history tells us folks shouldn’t get their hopes up.
Travis County judge makes San Antonio-Austin rail among top priorities
A high-speed rail line in China offers a glimpse of what could be possible in Texas. As Travis County Judge Andy Brown runs for reelection, one of his top
www.sacurrent.com
December 13, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Even so, history tells us folks shouldn’t get their hopes up.
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Bruce Hornsby hits #1 today in 1986 with “The Way It Is”.
“Just when one thinks we are making progress,” he said, “appalling incidents will occur that shock and sadden anyone who is interested in equality in American life,” he said. “So sadly, the song still retains a bittersweet topical quality.”
“Just when one thinks we are making progress,” he said, “appalling incidents will occur that shock and sadden anyone who is interested in equality in American life,” he said. “So sadly, the song still retains a bittersweet topical quality.”
December 13, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Bruce Hornsby hits #1 today in 1986 with “The Way It Is”.
“Just when one thinks we are making progress,” he said, “appalling incidents will occur that shock and sadden anyone who is interested in equality in American life,” he said. “So sadly, the song still retains a bittersweet topical quality.”
“Just when one thinks we are making progress,” he said, “appalling incidents will occur that shock and sadden anyone who is interested in equality in American life,” he said. “So sadly, the song still retains a bittersweet topical quality.”
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After highs reach the 70s across South Texas on Saturday, a cold front will bring windy conditions and much colder air by Sunday.
Strong cold front hits Texas by Sunday. Here’s when temps drop.
After highs reach the 70s across South Texas on Saturday, a cold front will bring windy conditions and much colder air by Sunday.
bit.ly
December 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
After highs reach the 70s across South Texas on Saturday, a cold front will bring windy conditions and much colder air by Sunday.
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Donald, tell me you are a criminal POTUS having criminals crime on your behalf without telling me you are a criminal POTUS having criminals crime on your behalf.
December 13, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Donald, tell me you are a criminal POTUS having criminals crime on your behalf without telling me you are a criminal POTUS having criminals crime on your behalf.
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“Copper prices are up 35% so far this year and heading for their largest gain since 2009, due to mining disruptions and stockpiling in the U.S. On Friday, they touched $11,952 a ton.”
How tight supply, AI demand propelled copper towards $12,000 reut.rs/44o9lc1
How tight supply, AI demand propelled copper towards $12,000
Copper is closing in on the $12,000 a metric ton mark as expectations of soaring demand from data centres that power artificial intelligence and tight supplies collide with shortages outside the United States.
reut.rs
December 12, 2025 at 10:51 PM
“Copper prices are up 35% so far this year and heading for their largest gain since 2009, due to mining disruptions and stockpiling in the U.S. On Friday, they touched $11,952 a ton.”
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The results will be made publicly available next month, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said.
San Antonio city staff examining how Trump budget cuts affect city services
The results will be made publicly available next month, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said.
www.sacurrent.com
December 12, 2025 at 11:12 PM
The results will be made publicly available next month, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said.
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SAN ANTONIO Dec 12
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: Missing
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:49:47 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: Missing
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:49:47 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
December 12, 2025 at 11:07 PM
SAN ANTONIO Dec 12
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: Missing
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:49:47 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: Missing
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:49:47 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
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Our new Chicago pope would love the new ‘Knives Out’ movie. ‘Wake Up Dead Man’ is the darkest — and best — installment yet in Rian Johnson’s murder-mystery franchise.
The Pope Would Love the New Knives Out Movie
Our new Chicago pope would love the new ‘Knives Out’ movie. ‘Wake Up Dead Man’ is the darkest — and best — installment yet in Rian Johnson’s murder-mystery franchise.
www.vulture.com
December 12, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Our new Chicago pope would love the new ‘Knives Out’ movie. ‘Wake Up Dead Man’ is the darkest — and best — installment yet in Rian Johnson’s murder-mystery franchise.
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They didn’t buy enough Trumpcoin.
US ends temporary legal status for Ethiopians reut.rs/4oWr55N
US ends temporary legal status for Ethiopians
The U.S. is ending temporary legal status for citizens of Ethiopia in the United States, according to a government notice on Friday, as the Trump administration continues its crackdown on legal and illegal immigration.
reut.rs
December 12, 2025 at 8:14 PM
They didn’t buy enough Trumpcoin.
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Cash alone won’t fix a multifaceted problem.
Trump’s Bailout Won’t Rescue America’s Farmers. Here’s What Can | Opinion
www.newsweek.com
December 12, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Cash alone won’t fix a multifaceted problem.
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AI companies: We can't have 50 state AI laws. There has to be just one rulebook for AI
EU: Here you go
AI companies: not like that
EU: Here you go
AI companies: not like that
December 12, 2025 at 7:24 PM
AI companies: We can't have 50 state AI laws. There has to be just one rulebook for AI
EU: Here you go
AI companies: not like that
EU: Here you go
AI companies: not like that
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SAN ANTONIO Dec 12
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: 0.0" Snow Depth: 0"
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:35:11 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: 0.0" Snow Depth: 0"
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:35:11 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
December 12, 2025 at 11:47 PM
SAN ANTONIO Dec 12
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: 0.0" Snow Depth: 0"
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:35:11 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
Climate Report:
High: 75
Low: 55
Precip: Trace
Snow: 0.0" Snow Depth: 0"
at Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:35:11 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
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Yes. Yes we do. 🤡
December 12, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Yes. Yes we do. 🤡
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This is a time in our nation's history that will be remembered for all the broken fools who needed so much attention.
December 9, 2025 at 10:29 PM
This is a time in our nation's history that will be remembered for all the broken fools who needed so much attention.
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Today’s editorial cartoon from the morning paper…
December 8, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Today’s editorial cartoon from the morning paper…
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SAN ANTONIO Dec 8
Climate Report:
High: 66
Low: 40
Precip: 0.0"
Snow: Missing
at Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:31:44 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
Climate Report:
High: 66
Low: 40
Precip: 0.0"
Snow: Missing
at Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:31:44 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
December 8, 2025 at 10:48 PM
SAN ANTONIO Dec 8
Climate Report:
High: 66
Low: 40
Precip: 0.0"
Snow: Missing
at Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:31:44 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
Climate Report:
High: 66
Low: 40
Precip: 0.0"
Snow: Missing
at Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:31:44 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Trump—who didn’t spend a minute behind bars—is about to swindle about 50 percent more than the total amount of money paid to the 97 innocent people who were incarcerated for more than 1,200 years in Texas.
Donald Trump’s restitution scheme is among the greatest heists in US history
Bogus claims of malicious prosecution could cost taxpayers hundreds of millions.
www.motherjones.com
December 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Trump—who didn’t spend a minute behind bars—is about to swindle about 50 percent more than the total amount of money paid to the 97 innocent people who were incarcerated for more than 1,200 years in Texas.