David Burton
@davidtheburton.bsky.social
Trying to be a better human today than I was yesterday.
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April 2, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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Attorney General Seeks Death Penalty For All UnitedHealthcare Customers
April 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Attorney General Seeks Death Penalty For All UnitedHealthcare Customers
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The New Jersey Democrat spent more than 25 hours criticizing the Trump administration's policies on immigration, education, the economy and more since 7 p.m. ET Monday. He ended his marathon speech shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
Cory Booker breaks a 68-year-old Senate record with a 25-hour speech
The New Jersey Democrat spent more than 25 hours criticizing the Trump administration's policies on immigration, education, the economy and more since 7 p.m. ET Monday. He ended his marathon speech sh...
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April 2, 2025 at 1:04 AM
The New Jersey Democrat spent more than 25 hours criticizing the Trump administration's policies on immigration, education, the economy and more since 7 p.m. ET Monday. He ended his marathon speech shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Thank you to every New Mexican who joined me on my statewide Launch Tour! Our journey together is just beginning. Join me next Tuesday 3/18 for a virtual event. RSVP at the link below.
www.mobilize.us/debfornewmex...
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Launch Tour Encore Event · Deb for New Mexico
Join Deb and her team to learn how you can get involved with the Deb for New Mexico campaign! We will debrief on our recent 19-stop launch tour, discuss all of the ways you can volunteer with us, and ...
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March 12, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Thank you to every New Mexican who joined me on my statewide Launch Tour! Our journey together is just beginning. Join me next Tuesday 3/18 for a virtual event. RSVP at the link below.
www.mobilize.us/debfornewmex...
www.mobilize.us/debfornewmex...
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The federal government has historically discriminated against Black farmers. The recent funding halt from the Trump administration presents yet another hurdle to those who have spent decades fighting for equity in farming.
Black farmers among those left in limbo amid federal funding freeze
The federal government has historically discriminated against Black farmers. The recent funding halt from the Trump administration presents yet another hurdle to those who have spent decades fighting ...
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February 20, 2025 at 2:27 PM
The federal government has historically discriminated against Black farmers. The recent funding halt from the Trump administration presents yet another hurdle to those who have spent decades fighting for equity in farming.
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President Trump and Elon Musk's efforts to shrink the federal government have cut off all funding to pro-democracy and human rights groups abroad, giving China an opportunity to muscle in.
China sees an opportunity as the U.S. cuts aid to groups around the world
President Trump and Elon Musk's efforts to shrink the federal government have cut off all funding to pro-democracy and human rights groups abroad, giving China an opportunity to muscle in.
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February 20, 2025 at 2:42 PM
President Trump and Elon Musk's efforts to shrink the federal government have cut off all funding to pro-democracy and human rights groups abroad, giving China an opportunity to muscle in.
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🚨Senator Tammy Baldwin: "Last night, the president said 'I'm not touching Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, VA, I'm not touching them.' By this morning, he endorsed House budget resolution & paves the way for massive cuts to Medicaid."
Medicaid affects 70M+ Americans. THIS WOULD BE DEVASTATING!🚨
Medicaid affects 70M+ Americans. THIS WOULD BE DEVASTATING!🚨
February 19, 2025 at 6:06 PM
🚨Senator Tammy Baldwin: "Last night, the president said 'I'm not touching Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, VA, I'm not touching them.' By this morning, he endorsed House budget resolution & paves the way for massive cuts to Medicaid."
Medicaid affects 70M+ Americans. THIS WOULD BE DEVASTATING!🚨
Medicaid affects 70M+ Americans. THIS WOULD BE DEVASTATING!🚨
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Our veterans and their families have given everything to our country and they deserve better.
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VA Crisis Line Employees Among Those Fired Amid Federal Workforce Purge | Military.com
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February 20, 2025 at 4:25 AM
Our veterans and their families have given everything to our country and they deserve better.
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I always suspected we’d eventually slide into fascism, I just didn’t expect the fascists to be sporting Racist Sunset No. 5 bronzer and a muskrat pelt toupee.
February 20, 2025 at 2:21 AM
I always suspected we’d eventually slide into fascism, I just didn’t expect the fascists to be sporting Racist Sunset No. 5 bronzer and a muskrat pelt toupee.
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above all else the current crop of republicans in congress are the most pathetic cowards to ever serve in washington www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
After ceding power of the purse, GOP lawmakers beg Trump team for funds
Republican senators find themselves in an unusual position these days: begging Trump officials to release funds they themselves appropriated.
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February 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
above all else the current crop of republicans in congress are the most pathetic cowards to ever serve in washington www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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WINTER CORGI NATIONALS. That is all 🥹
February 19, 2025 at 7:32 PM
WINTER CORGI NATIONALS. That is all 🥹
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That tracks.
February 19, 2025 at 2:45 AM
That tracks.
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American Gothic: Herr Plugs Edition
February 19, 2025 at 4:30 AM
American Gothic: Herr Plugs Edition
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The Department of Education told schools to stop DEI efforts or risk losing federal dollars. The president of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation warns it won't be quick and easy.
Schools, colleges have 2 weeks to ban DEI. An education expert warns it won't be easy
The Department of Education told schools to stop DEI efforts or risk losing federal dollars. The president of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation warns it won't be quick and easy.
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February 19, 2025 at 5:09 PM
The Department of Education told schools to stop DEI efforts or risk losing federal dollars. The president of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation warns it won't be quick and easy.
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The acting Social Security commissioner has resigned under pressure from "DOGE," raising concerns about serious breaches in governance and oversight. Critics warn this move could have far-reaching consequences.
Acting Social Security Commissioner Resigns Amid Pressure From “DOGE” to Breach Americans’ Sensitive Data
“There is no way to overstate how serious a breach this is,” one critic of “DOGE’s” work said.
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February 18, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The acting Social Security commissioner has resigned under pressure from "DOGE," raising concerns about serious breaches in governance and oversight. Critics warn this move could have far-reaching consequences.
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J.D. Vance met with German AfD co-chair Alice Weidel, a political leader in that party who has downplayed the significance of the Holocaust and whose party has been described by many as a neo-Nazi organization.
J.D. Vance Met With German Neo-Nazi Party Leader Alice Weidel
Vance also gave a speech in Munich, hypocritically scolding Europe’s leaders for many actions Trump has engaged in.
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February 19, 2025 at 4:55 PM
J.D. Vance met with German AfD co-chair Alice Weidel, a political leader in that party who has downplayed the significance of the Holocaust and whose party has been described by many as a neo-Nazi organization.
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I hope America is as lucky as the delta jet - everyone survives but the right wing explodes
February 18, 2025 at 3:49 PM
I hope America is as lucky as the delta jet - everyone survives but the right wing explodes
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As the Trump administration works to gut diversity, equity and inclusion programs across the country, NM's Supreme Court says it's standing firm.
NM Supreme Court stands by DEI • Source New Mexico
New Mexico Supreme Court releases open letter stating its ongoing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
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February 18, 2025 at 10:58 PM
As the Trump administration works to gut diversity, equity and inclusion programs across the country, NM's Supreme Court says it's standing firm.
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The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston is temporarily closed after Elon Musk fired members of its staff.
February 19, 2025 at 3:11 AM
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston is temporarily closed after Elon Musk fired members of its staff.
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We have been careful to avoid using the word coup, but it’s time to call it what it is—this is a coup. Trump signed an executive order granting only the attorney general or the president the authority to interpret laws executed by the executive branch.
February 19, 2025 at 12:28 AM
We have been careful to avoid using the word coup, but it’s time to call it what it is—this is a coup. Trump signed an executive order granting only the attorney general or the president the authority to interpret laws executed by the executive branch.
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NSF fired 168 employees, leaving the agency less equipped to fund a wide range of scientific research.
National Science Foundation fires roughly 10% of its workforce
NSF fired 168 employees, leaving the agency less equipped to fund a wide range of scientific research.
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February 19, 2025 at 12:27 AM
NSF fired 168 employees, leaving the agency less equipped to fund a wide range of scientific research.