Leslie
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If you’re watching @maddow.msnbc.com’s A Block you understand that people who stand up for other people can change the course of those people’s lives & our history. We have the power to refuse Trump’s path forward. Protesting actually works. Let’s go.
June 10, 2025 at 1:11 AM
If you’re watching @maddow.msnbc.com’s A Block you understand that people who stand up for other people can change the course of those people’s lives & our history. We have the power to refuse Trump’s path forward. Protesting actually works. Let’s go.
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“What happened? You helped elect Donald Trump you fucking moron” - @timmiller.bsky.social
April 5, 2025 at 11:46 PM
“What happened? You helped elect Donald Trump you fucking moron” - @timmiller.bsky.social
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As an OG Guster fan from their days at Tufts, I feel personal pride in this.
EXCLUSIVE: Tonight at the Kennedy Center, Guster brought on cast members from Finn, an LGBTQ+ kids musical that was recently canceled when Trump took over the center. They performed the band’s song “Hard Times” to a standing ovation.
Full story, exclusive quotes and video on The Handbasket:
Full story, exclusive quotes and video on The Handbasket:
EXCLUSIVE: After Kennedy Center cancels LGBTQ+ musical, Guster brings cast on stage in protest
Finn's run at the storied DC venue was axed after Trump took over.
www.thehandbasket.co
March 29, 2025 at 3:31 AM
As an OG Guster fan from their days at Tufts, I feel personal pride in this.
Come on Lobos!! Woof Woof Woof!!
March 24, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Come on Lobos!! Woof Woof Woof!!
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I will fearlessly and unapologetically continue to stand up for democracy, no matter what the president says about me.
Democracy Docket will do the same: www.democracydocket.com/member-me/
Democracy Docket will do the same: www.democracydocket.com/member-me/
March 19, 2025 at 9:27 PM
I will fearlessly and unapologetically continue to stand up for democracy, no matter what the president says about me.
Democracy Docket will do the same: www.democracydocket.com/member-me/
Democracy Docket will do the same: www.democracydocket.com/member-me/
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#ProudBlue #Voices4Victory
Their cruelty knows no bounds. Now they’re making people visit a Social Security field office in person to complete the verification process.
They know damn well that most seniors no longer drive & it would be a hardship for them.
www.yahoo.com/news/social-...
Their cruelty knows no bounds. Now they’re making people visit a Social Security field office in person to complete the verification process.
They know damn well that most seniors no longer drive & it would be a hardship for them.
www.yahoo.com/news/social-...
Social Security Administration to require in-person identity checks for new and existing recipients
In an effort to limit fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration will impose tighter identity-proofing measures — which will require millions of recipients and applicants to visit agency fi...
www.yahoo.com
March 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
#ProudBlue #Voices4Victory
Their cruelty knows no bounds. Now they’re making people visit a Social Security field office in person to complete the verification process.
They know damn well that most seniors no longer drive & it would be a hardship for them.
www.yahoo.com/news/social-...
Their cruelty knows no bounds. Now they’re making people visit a Social Security field office in person to complete the verification process.
They know damn well that most seniors no longer drive & it would be a hardship for them.
www.yahoo.com/news/social-...
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It iswith a heavy heart that I mourn the loss of my friend, Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva, a dedicated advocate for environmental resiliency. His contributions to the Democratic Caucus and positive impact will continue to inspire us. My thoughts are with his family, friends, loved ones, and his staff.
March 13, 2025 at 10:21 PM
It iswith a heavy heart that I mourn the loss of my friend, Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva, a dedicated advocate for environmental resiliency. His contributions to the Democratic Caucus and positive impact will continue to inspire us. My thoughts are with his family, friends, loved ones, and his staff.
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Hello he lied
Elon Musk says "10% of federal expenditures" are due to people having fake Social Security numbers, claiming it is "half a trillion dollars."
March 10, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Hello he lied
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There is approximately zero chance this is even in the same zip code of the ballpark of true.
Elon Musk says "10% of federal expenditures" are due to people having fake Social Security numbers, claiming it is "half a trillion dollars."
March 10, 2025 at 8:59 PM
There is approximately zero chance this is even in the same zip code of the ballpark of true.
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Tiffany Flick, former SSA Chief of Staff, just exposed how Musk’s DOGE boys hijacked the SSA—ignoring laws, crushing oversight, and executing an aggressive coup to serve their own interests.
This isn’t just corruption; it’s a hostile takeover of our safety net.
share.inquirer.com/2dJ0ao
This isn’t just corruption; it’s a hostile takeover of our safety net.
share.inquirer.com/2dJ0ao
A former Social Security official describes the hostile takeover by Elon Musk’s team
The declaration is the first in-depth public account from a high-ranking government executive of how Musk’s team is operating at one of dozens of agencies.
share.inquirer.com
March 10, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Tiffany Flick, former SSA Chief of Staff, just exposed how Musk’s DOGE boys hijacked the SSA—ignoring laws, crushing oversight, and executing an aggressive coup to serve their own interests.
This isn’t just corruption; it’s a hostile takeover of our safety net.
share.inquirer.com/2dJ0ao
This isn’t just corruption; it’s a hostile takeover of our safety net.
share.inquirer.com/2dJ0ao
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Anyway, we should probably all watch The Reidout tonight. Let them know what they’re not getting again.
February 24, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Anyway, we should probably all watch The Reidout tonight. Let them know what they’re not getting again.
WTF!!
NEW: Sources tell my office that Treasury Secretary Bessent has granted DOGE *full* access to this system. Social Security and Medicare benefits, grants, payments to government contractors, including those that compete directly with Musk's own companies. All of it.
NEWS: Wyden Demands Answers Following Report of Musk Personnel Seeking Access to Highly Sensitive U.S. Treasury Payments System
February 1, 2025 at 9:41 PM
WTF!!
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Ok sure, eggs are more expensive and inflation isn’t lowering, but at least they cut the funding for childhood cancer research, stopped monitoring Bird flu, shutdown Medicaid, stripped hungry kids of their school lunches and took hot meals away from seniors
January 28, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Ok sure, eggs are more expensive and inflation isn’t lowering, but at least they cut the funding for childhood cancer research, stopped monitoring Bird flu, shutdown Medicaid, stripped hungry kids of their school lunches and took hot meals away from seniors
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Block block block.
Every appointment. Every nominee. Every confirmation. Democrats do not give them anything until they stop this freeze.
I want 2012 Mitch McConnell levels of obstruction until they give people back their public services.
Every appointment. Every nominee. Every confirmation. Democrats do not give them anything until they stop this freeze.
I want 2012 Mitch McConnell levels of obstruction until they give people back their public services.
January 28, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Block block block.
Every appointment. Every nominee. Every confirmation. Democrats do not give them anything until they stop this freeze.
I want 2012 Mitch McConnell levels of obstruction until they give people back their public services.
Every appointment. Every nominee. Every confirmation. Democrats do not give them anything until they stop this freeze.
I want 2012 Mitch McConnell levels of obstruction until they give people back their public services.
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Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.
January 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.
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“It’s not hard to imagine future generations one day asking:
‘When there was so much at stake for our country, what did you do?’
The only acceptable answer is:
“Everything we could.” ~ Cecile Richards
Family post, 1/20/25
‘When there was so much at stake for our country, what did you do?’
The only acceptable answer is:
“Everything we could.” ~ Cecile Richards
Family post, 1/20/25
January 20, 2025 at 10:08 PM
“It’s not hard to imagine future generations one day asking:
‘When there was so much at stake for our country, what did you do?’
The only acceptable answer is:
“Everything we could.” ~ Cecile Richards
Family post, 1/20/25
‘When there was so much at stake for our country, what did you do?’
The only acceptable answer is:
“Everything we could.” ~ Cecile Richards
Family post, 1/20/25
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WATCH: “I’m not a child! Let’s fight outside!” 🤡
@jasmineforus.bsky.social triggers Nancy Mace hard when she says she’s targeting trans people to fill her campaign accounts.
(Crockett stays deliciously unbothered)
@jasmineforus.bsky.social triggers Nancy Mace hard when she says she’s targeting trans people to fill her campaign accounts.
(Crockett stays deliciously unbothered)
January 14, 2025 at 10:31 PM
WATCH: “I’m not a child! Let’s fight outside!” 🤡
@jasmineforus.bsky.social triggers Nancy Mace hard when she says she’s targeting trans people to fill her campaign accounts.
(Crockett stays deliciously unbothered)
@jasmineforus.bsky.social triggers Nancy Mace hard when she says she’s targeting trans people to fill her campaign accounts.
(Crockett stays deliciously unbothered)
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Love to see @jenrubin.bsky.social and @normeisen.bsky.social launch The Contrarian, unflinching journalism in defense of democracy. contrarian.substack.com
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January 13, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Love to see @jenrubin.bsky.social and @normeisen.bsky.social launch The Contrarian, unflinching journalism in defense of democracy. contrarian.substack.com
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Good Morning Blue Sky
World Central Kitchen
Is in PASADENA, ALTADENA, & LA CANADA/FLINTRIDGE
Pass it on for those who might need
The world is a better place with a man like Chef Jose` Andres`
Who has fed millions
Who started this great organization WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN
Thank you CHEF
World Central Kitchen
Is in PASADENA, ALTADENA, & LA CANADA/FLINTRIDGE
Pass it on for those who might need
The world is a better place with a man like Chef Jose` Andres`
Who has fed millions
Who started this great organization WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN
Thank you CHEF
January 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Good Morning Blue Sky
World Central Kitchen
Is in PASADENA, ALTADENA, & LA CANADA/FLINTRIDGE
Pass it on for those who might need
The world is a better place with a man like Chef Jose` Andres`
Who has fed millions
Who started this great organization WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN
Thank you CHEF
World Central Kitchen
Is in PASADENA, ALTADENA, & LA CANADA/FLINTRIDGE
Pass it on for those who might need
The world is a better place with a man like Chef Jose` Andres`
Who has fed millions
Who started this great organization WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN
Thank you CHEF
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There is no more important story that needs your attention than the fact that the GOP is trying to steal a North Carolina Supreme Court seat.
Please watch, share, and take action.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzh1...
Please watch, share, and take action.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzh1...
The GOP Is Trying To Steal a North Carolina Supreme Court Seat
YouTube video by Democracy Docket
www.youtube.com
January 11, 2025 at 11:13 PM
There is no more important story that needs your attention than the fact that the GOP is trying to steal a North Carolina Supreme Court seat.
Please watch, share, and take action.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzh1...
Please watch, share, and take action.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzh1...
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One good way to help those impacted by the wildfires in California is by supporting the work of Josě Andrěs and World Central Kitchen. Chefs for California teams are on the ground right now providing hot meals for first responders and evacuees.
Fundraise for World Central Kitchen
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January 10, 2025 at 1:01 AM
One good way to help those impacted by the wildfires in California is by supporting the work of Josě Andrěs and World Central Kitchen. Chefs for California teams are on the ground right now providing hot meals for first responders and evacuees.
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The criminal justice system failed to hold Trump accountable. It is not true that the powerful stand before the same bar of justice and no one is above the law.
Norms will not protect us. We need to build a new opposition hardened by reality and prepared to fight with every legal tool available.
Norms will not protect us. We need to build a new opposition hardened by reality and prepared to fight with every legal tool available.
January 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
The criminal justice system failed to hold Trump accountable. It is not true that the powerful stand before the same bar of justice and no one is above the law.
Norms will not protect us. We need to build a new opposition hardened by reality and prepared to fight with every legal tool available.
Norms will not protect us. We need to build a new opposition hardened by reality and prepared to fight with every legal tool available.
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👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum responds to Trump’s plan to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America:
“We are going to call the United States Mexican America; it sounds nice.”
“We are going to call the United States Mexican America; it sounds nice.”
January 8, 2025 at 6:07 PM
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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Together? Shared values? @SenatorFischer, your husband refused to look at VP Harris. He refused to shake her hand. Did you approve of his behavior? Do you agree with that type of indecency & lack of civility? If not, call it out or take your version of "shared values" & shove it up your ass.
January 7, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Together? Shared values? @SenatorFischer, your husband refused to look at VP Harris. He refused to shake her hand. Did you approve of his behavior? Do you agree with that type of indecency & lack of civility? If not, call it out or take your version of "shared values" & shove it up your ass.
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I don't even have anything insightful to say today.
I still can't believe he won after his actions 4 years ago today.
I still can't believe he won after his actions 4 years ago today.
January 6, 2025 at 1:19 PM
I don't even have anything insightful to say today.
I still can't believe he won after his actions 4 years ago today.
I still can't believe he won after his actions 4 years ago today.