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When the fox sells Wi-Fi to the henhouse: Musk, the FAA, and $2.4B in play.
Musk slams a Starlink competitor amid questions about $2.4B FAA contract
Elon Musk’s promotion of his satellite company's services came as his Department of Government Efficiency weighs potentially steep cuts at the FAA, which is overseeing the contract.
www.politico.com
March 2, 2025 at 3:20 AM
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DOGE’s new rules stir confusion: boosting efficiency or breaking morale?
Pentagon orders civilian staff to justify work in Musk-led review
The Pentagon told its civilian employees that they must provide a list of five bullet points detailing their accomplishments from the previous week, after initially saying they did not need to respond to the demand by cost-cutting czar Elon Musk.
www.reuters.com
March 2, 2025 at 3:23 AM
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Is performance art like this distracting from the real issues at hand?
Elon enters the circus
The tech-MAGA alliance was on full display.
www.theverge.com
March 2, 2025 at 3:25 AM
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🔥 Trump is grabbing power. Shutting down government services. Attacking vulnerable communities.
“Our democracy depends on what we do right now.”
🚨 Don’t wait. Take action today.
📖 Read more:

#TakeActionNow #DefendDemocracy
Our Democracy Is Under Attack—Here’s How to Fight Back NOW
You wake up one morning and see the signs everywhere—our democracy is crumbling.
open.substack.com
March 2, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Social Security’s a ‘Ponzi scheme’? Musk wants AI running the show—what could go wrong?
Government AI, defending DOGE and more: Takeaways from Elon Musk’s three-hour interview with Joe Rogan
The wide-ranging interview between the two prominent Trump supporters comes as Musk remakes the federal government.
www.politico.com
March 2, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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Trump’s latest power grabs aren an attack on democracy itself. Regulatory takeovers, cutting digital access, and targeting trans youth. We fight back NOW. #ResistAuthoritarianism
Trump’s Latest Power Grabs: Three Dangerous Moves You Need to Know—And How to Fight Back
The foundational principles of our democracy are being systematically dismantled.
open.substack.com
March 3, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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🚨 Trump just signed an order giving himself total control over federal agencies. Courts? Ignored. Laws? Overridden.

This isn’t speculation—it’s happening. So what do we do?

I break down the most effective resistance strategies before it’s too late. 🛑

#ResistAuthoritarianism #TakeActionNow
How to Resist Trump’s Power Grab: Effective Strategies for Fighting Back
Stay informed—Subscribe to Take Action Now for weekly resistance strategies.
open.substack.com
March 3, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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FAA to Starlink: Let’s talk funding. What happened to competitive bidding?
FAA staff reportedly ordered to find funding for deal with Musk’s Starlink
The offer could replace an existing Verizon contract.
www.theverge.com
March 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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What happens when billionaire bucks tilt state elections?
Elon Musk’s quest for power has a new target: Wisconsin’s supreme court
The Trump ally is spending millions to back a Republican candidate in the state, where he has business interests
www.theguardian.com
March 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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NEW: Senator Marshall (R-KS) RUNS AWAY, fleeing his own town hall after being asked about DOGE firing Veterans. MAKE HIM GO VIRAL.
March 1, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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With the stroke of a pen, Trump put independent regulators under White House control. What’s at stake for you? #ProtectOurAgencies #StopThePowerGrab
Trump signs order making independent regulators answerable to White House
Executive power grab would affect Securities and Exchange Commission and Federal Trade Commission
www.theguardian.com
February 20, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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A free press isn’t optional—it’s essential. What’s the best way to fight back against these attacks? #DefendPressFreedom #RightToKnow
US State Department orders pause on media subscriptions
The U.S. State Department said on Thursday it has ordered a pause on all of its media subscriptions as part of government-wide efforts by the Trump administration to cut spending it deems as unnecessary.
www.reuters.com
February 20, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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How are 1,100 conservatives taking a stand against authoritarianism and reclaiming democratic values? This summit tells a powerful story. #PrinciplesFirst #DemocracyDefense
How 1,100 Conservatives are Defying Trump and Reclaiming Democracy
The Principles First summit is not just another political gathering.
open.substack.com
February 21, 2025 at 7:04 PM
@grayjay03.bsky.social hey there! Just stopping by to say welcome. You and Bill have a great Christmas season!
December 21, 2024 at 9:03 PM
@grayjay03.bsky.social hey there! You did it!!!
December 20, 2024 at 1:55 PM
Lots of opportunities these days....🤬
November 20, 2024 at 2:39 AM
With all the b.s. in the world, sometimes you just need freckled puppy paws.... Have a great Sunday!
November 17, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Hi folks. New "kid" here. Books, sports, art, piratical stuff. History, intelligent conversation and Navy Football. 60 in the rearview, but a big kid at heart. Married to my lovely wife of 28 yrs. Still learning new stuff every chance I get. Say hi if you're inclined.
November 15, 2024 at 2:12 AM