@egmerek.bsky.social
Progressive. Work to debunk falsehoods perpetrated by Maga, the American Right cult. Wish to spread facts not beliefs.
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Dear Democrats, if you want to stand out in Texas, do what the state is not doing and help individuals in Kerrville
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/31/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/31/u...
‘Not a Damned Penny.’ Texas Flood Survivors Look for Help
www.nytimes.com
July 31, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Dear Democrats, if you want to stand out in Texas, do what the state is not doing and help individuals in Kerrville
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/31/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/31/u...
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Republican state Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, a lead author of Texas' abortion ban, has admitted to having a decades-long affair with former exotic dancer Alex Grace starting when she was 18—and Grace is claiming that he even paid for "several" abortions.
Exotic Dancer Reveals Affair With MAGA Rep. Who Authored Texas Abortion Ban—And Claims He Paid For 'Several' Abortions
www.comicsands.com
July 30, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Republican state Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, a lead author of Texas' abortion ban, has admitted to having a decades-long affair with former exotic dancer Alex Grace starting when she was 18—and Grace is claiming that he even paid for "several" abortions.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/30/u...
This ITR ruling has made it official that churches are really political organizations. It is now legal for churches to endorse candidates. This breaks down the wall of the church state division. We are moving closer to autocracy.
This ITR ruling has made it official that churches are really political organizations. It is now legal for churches to endorse candidates. This breaks down the wall of the church state division. We are moving closer to autocracy.
How Conservative Christians Cracked a 70-Year-Old Law
www.nytimes.com
July 31, 2025 at 3:13 PM
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/30/u...
This ITR ruling has made it official that churches are really political organizations. It is now legal for churches to endorse candidates. This breaks down the wall of the church state division. We are moving closer to autocracy.
This ITR ruling has made it official that churches are really political organizations. It is now legal for churches to endorse candidates. This breaks down the wall of the church state division. We are moving closer to autocracy.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/16/u...
NEVER has the USA had such an EVIL freak at its forefront. Trump whose incompetence is undeniable has no moral compass and such low self esteem he must lash out at ANYONE who dare disagree with him. Adding DEMENTIA makes him completely unfit for anything. Remove him.
NEVER has the USA had such an EVIL freak at its forefront. Trump whose incompetence is undeniable has no moral compass and such low self esteem he must lash out at ANYONE who dare disagree with him. Adding DEMENTIA makes him completely unfit for anything. Remove him.
For Trump, Domestic Adversaries Are Not Just Wrong, They Are ‘Evil’
www.nytimes.com
July 16, 2025 at 5:02 PM
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/16/u...
NEVER has the USA had such an EVIL freak at its forefront. Trump whose incompetence is undeniable has no moral compass and such low self esteem he must lash out at ANYONE who dare disagree with him. Adding DEMENTIA makes him completely unfit for anything. Remove him.
NEVER has the USA had such an EVIL freak at its forefront. Trump whose incompetence is undeniable has no moral compass and such low self esteem he must lash out at ANYONE who dare disagree with him. Adding DEMENTIA makes him completely unfit for anything. Remove him.
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Consumer prices were up 2.7% from a year ago — a larger annual increase than the month before.
Inflation heats up in June as President Trump's tariffs start to bite
Consumer prices were up 2.7% from a year ago — a larger annual increase than the month before.
n.pr
July 15, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Consumer prices were up 2.7% from a year ago — a larger annual increase than the month before.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/11/t...
Will Beso say anything to his bestie Trump to make ICE back off from taking his workers? What’s more important to Beso? Money, yes. Human life and trafficking, no, not his concern.
Will Beso say anything to his bestie Trump to make ICE back off from taking his workers? What’s more important to Beso? Money, yes. Human life and trafficking, no, not his concern.
Trump’s Purge of Foreign Workers Arrives at Amazon’s Warehouses
www.nytimes.com
July 15, 2025 at 1:40 PM
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/11/t...
Will Beso say anything to his bestie Trump to make ICE back off from taking his workers? What’s more important to Beso? Money, yes. Human life and trafficking, no, not his concern.
Will Beso say anything to his bestie Trump to make ICE back off from taking his workers? What’s more important to Beso? Money, yes. Human life and trafficking, no, not his concern.
GOP tax bill includes a $6,000 senior deduction. Here’s who qualifies.
Senior Citizens are getting excited about this aspect of Trump’s BBB but it will only impact middle income seniors. Low incomers make too little to qualify. Of course, no Republican is going to be honest about these particulars.
Senior Citizens are getting excited about this aspect of Trump’s BBB but it will only impact middle income seniors. Low incomers make too little to qualify. Of course, no Republican is going to be honest about these particulars.
July 2, 2025 at 4:20 PM
GOP tax bill includes a $6,000 senior deduction. Here’s who qualifies.
Senior Citizens are getting excited about this aspect of Trump’s BBB but it will only impact middle income seniors. Low incomers make too little to qualify. Of course, no Republican is going to be honest about these particulars.
Senior Citizens are getting excited about this aspect of Trump’s BBB but it will only impact middle income seniors. Low incomers make too little to qualify. Of course, no Republican is going to be honest about these particulars.
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/28/t...
Are we seeing what was behind the curtain all along or is monstrous wealth warping the mindset/hearts of today’s ultra rich? Chan/Zuck have gone full on Trump closing charitable initiatives that were liberal based, scrubbing DEI from their programs. Wealth corrupts.
Are we seeing what was behind the curtain all along or is monstrous wealth warping the mindset/hearts of today’s ultra rich? Chan/Zuck have gone full on Trump closing charitable initiatives that were liberal based, scrubbing DEI from their programs. Wealth corrupts.
The Narrowing of Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan’s Philanthropy
www.nytimes.com
June 30, 2025 at 2:36 AM
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/28/t...
Are we seeing what was behind the curtain all along or is monstrous wealth warping the mindset/hearts of today’s ultra rich? Chan/Zuck have gone full on Trump closing charitable initiatives that were liberal based, scrubbing DEI from their programs. Wealth corrupts.
Are we seeing what was behind the curtain all along or is monstrous wealth warping the mindset/hearts of today’s ultra rich? Chan/Zuck have gone full on Trump closing charitable initiatives that were liberal based, scrubbing DEI from their programs. Wealth corrupts.
Trump says key Iranian nuclear facilities ‘totally obliterated’ in U.S. strikes
NO. 7 on Trump’s Bucket List: Bomb the shit out of a third tier nation just for the hell of it. Hide behind US military force while he plays the “big man, macho role”. US taxpayers paid for his parade, now his war.
NO. 7 on Trump’s Bucket List: Bomb the shit out of a third tier nation just for the hell of it. Hide behind US military force while he plays the “big man, macho role”. US taxpayers paid for his parade, now his war.
June 22, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Trump says key Iranian nuclear facilities ‘totally obliterated’ in U.S. strikes
NO. 7 on Trump’s Bucket List: Bomb the shit out of a third tier nation just for the hell of it. Hide behind US military force while he plays the “big man, macho role”. US taxpayers paid for his parade, now his war.
NO. 7 on Trump’s Bucket List: Bomb the shit out of a third tier nation just for the hell of it. Hide behind US military force while he plays the “big man, macho role”. US taxpayers paid for his parade, now his war.
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illegal war started by a man constitutionally ineligible to be president
June 22, 2025 at 12:34 AM
illegal war started by a man constitutionally ineligible to be president
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If you want better reporting, go to the BBC station. 👏👏
If you want better reporting, go to the BBC station. 👏👏
Viewer tips: If you're looking for Iran news on mainstream TV, BBC right now is SO much better than any of the US outlets.
Dramatic, and should be studied in journalism world.
Dramatic, and should be studied in journalism world.
June 22, 2025 at 2:45 AM
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If you want better reporting, go to the BBC station. 👏👏
If you want better reporting, go to the BBC station. 👏👏
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For journalists following me, the House came in at $3.798 trillion in cost, and the Senate came in at “only” $441 billion of cost.
But the Senate told JCT to pretend that $3.760 trillion was free.
On an apples-to-apples basis, the Senate costs $4.201 trillion, $403 billion more.
But the Senate told JCT to pretend that $3.760 trillion was free.
On an apples-to-apples basis, the Senate costs $4.201 trillion, $403 billion more.
June 22, 2025 at 2:47 AM
For journalists following me, the House came in at $3.798 trillion in cost, and the Senate came in at “only” $441 billion of cost.
But the Senate told JCT to pretend that $3.760 trillion was free.
On an apples-to-apples basis, the Senate costs $4.201 trillion, $403 billion more.
But the Senate told JCT to pretend that $3.760 trillion was free.
On an apples-to-apples basis, the Senate costs $4.201 trillion, $403 billion more.
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NEW: Some lawmakers in both parties question the legality of Trump's Iran strikes
Multiple Republicans and Democrats raised constitutional concerns about Trump acting without approval by Congress.
But GOP leaders offered support for his move.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
Multiple Republicans and Democrats raised constitutional concerns about Trump acting without approval by Congress.
But GOP leaders offered support for his move.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
Some lawmakers in both parties question the legality of Trump's Iran strikes
Multiple Republicans and Democrats raised constitutional concerns about Trump acting without approval by Congress. But GOP leaders offered support for his move.
www.nbcnews.com
June 22, 2025 at 2:51 AM
NEW: Some lawmakers in both parties question the legality of Trump's Iran strikes
Multiple Republicans and Democrats raised constitutional concerns about Trump acting without approval by Congress.
But GOP leaders offered support for his move.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
Multiple Republicans and Democrats raised constitutional concerns about Trump acting without approval by Congress.
But GOP leaders offered support for his move.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/06...
No surprise. Trump and his incompetent trio felt that the bombing of Iran would be a great deflection move for his disastrous budget bill. Nothing says we can’t afford to give Medicaid to millions of Americans by spending hundreds of millions on war. Bebe is loving T.
No surprise. Trump and his incompetent trio felt that the bombing of Iran would be a great deflection move for his disastrous budget bill. Nothing says we can’t afford to give Medicaid to millions of Americans by spending hundreds of millions on war. Bebe is loving T.
Live Updates: Trump Claims Success After Bombing Key Iran Nuclear Sites
www.nytimes.com
June 22, 2025 at 2:56 AM
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/06...
No surprise. Trump and his incompetent trio felt that the bombing of Iran would be a great deflection move for his disastrous budget bill. Nothing says we can’t afford to give Medicaid to millions of Americans by spending hundreds of millions on war. Bebe is loving T.
No surprise. Trump and his incompetent trio felt that the bombing of Iran would be a great deflection move for his disastrous budget bill. Nothing says we can’t afford to give Medicaid to millions of Americans by spending hundreds of millions on war. Bebe is loving T.
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Remember the wonderful Biden economy. Last January, the expected US economic growth was 2.5-3%.
But now we have the Trump economy.
Yesterday, the US Fed cut its US growth forecast from 1.7% to 1.4%, but it is likely to fall further.
Trump & his supporters are to blame.
But now we have the Trump economy.
Yesterday, the US Fed cut its US growth forecast from 1.7% to 1.4%, but it is likely to fall further.
Trump & his supporters are to blame.
June 19, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Remember the wonderful Biden economy. Last January, the expected US economic growth was 2.5-3%.
But now we have the Trump economy.
Yesterday, the US Fed cut its US growth forecast from 1.7% to 1.4%, but it is likely to fall further.
Trump & his supporters are to blame.
But now we have the Trump economy.
Yesterday, the US Fed cut its US growth forecast from 1.7% to 1.4%, but it is likely to fall further.
Trump & his supporters are to blame.
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Democrats and clean energy advocates are ratcheting up pressure on a handful of Republican senators to salvage billions of dollars in projects.
Clean Energy Projects Hinge on Senate Megabill Showdown
The tug of war over renewable subsidies and jobs has centered on senators like North Carolina’s Thom Tillis.
on.wsj.com
June 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Democrats and clean energy advocates are ratcheting up pressure on a handful of Republican senators to salvage billions of dollars in projects.
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After scapegoating the LGBTQ+ community, Trump & RFK Jr. are now cutting off a lifeline that’s helped nearly 1.3 million LGBTQ+ young people get the mental health support they need. That’s dangerous.
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention Lifeline included a service that provided specialized suicide prevention support by phone and text for LGBTQ+ kids. That's ending.
Trump administration cuts specialized suicide prevention service for LGBTQ+ youth
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention Lifeline included a service that provided specialized suicide prevention support by phone and text for LGBTQ+ kids. That's ending.
n.pr
June 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
After scapegoating the LGBTQ+ community, Trump & RFK Jr. are now cutting off a lifeline that’s helped nearly 1.3 million LGBTQ+ young people get the mental health support they need. That’s dangerous.
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Congressional Cowards: The same GOP that claims to love the Constitution is cheering as Trump uses the military to silence peaceful protests.
It was never about freedom. It was about power.
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
It was never about freedom. It was about power.
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
Republicans salivate as Trump sends in military to police civilians
Congressional Cowards is a weekly series highlighting the worst Donald Trump defenders on Capitol Hill, who refuse to criticize him—no matter how disgraceful or lawless his actions. You'd think ...
www.dailykos.com
June 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Congressional Cowards: The same GOP that claims to love the Constitution is cheering as Trump uses the military to silence peaceful protests.
It was never about freedom. It was about power.
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
It was never about freedom. It was about power.
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
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He also said, again, that ICE is prioritizing criminals and arrest other undocumented people if they happen to come across them. But he also confirmed that they want to deport 3K people a day, which is impossible if you're just seeking out violent criminals.
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/19/p...
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/19/p...
An Interview With Trump’s Border Czar, Tom Homan
www.nytimes.com
June 19, 2025 at 5:35 PM
He also said, again, that ICE is prioritizing criminals and arrest other undocumented people if they happen to come across them. But he also confirmed that they want to deport 3K people a day, which is impossible if you're just seeking out violent criminals.
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/19/p...
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/19/p...
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In an interview on The Daily podcast today, border czar Tom Homan said all he wants is for people to come here by following the rules.
More than 1 million people who were granted legal entry to the country under different programs are now being considered illegally here by the Trump administration.
As Trump pledges mass deportation, he’s creating more undocumented people
More than 1 million people who were granted legal entry to the country under different programs are now being considered illegally here by the Trump administration.
nbcnews.to
June 19, 2025 at 5:29 PM
In an interview on The Daily podcast today, border czar Tom Homan said all he wants is for people to come here by following the rules.
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/06...
This is a first! Trump gives a valid assessment of his actions, “I may do it. I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m gonna do.” You know he thinks he’s coming off cagey. I see as further proof of his unstability.
This is a first! Trump gives a valid assessment of his actions, “I may do it. I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m gonna do.” You know he thinks he’s coming off cagey. I see as further proof of his unstability.
Live Updates: Trump Is Cryptic on U.S. Plans as Iranian Leader Is Defiant
www.nytimes.com
June 18, 2025 at 3:51 PM
www.nytimes.com/live/2025/06...
This is a first! Trump gives a valid assessment of his actions, “I may do it. I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m gonna do.” You know he thinks he’s coming off cagey. I see as further proof of his unstability.
This is a first! Trump gives a valid assessment of his actions, “I may do it. I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m gonna do.” You know he thinks he’s coming off cagey. I see as further proof of his unstability.
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Pictured is the DOGE team minus Musk now in the Social Security dept. These people had no previous skill set to understand the SS databases or the legacy coding. They have made assumptions and created chaos for MILLIONS. Age 65 US workers are now retiring and taking SS fearing it will be destroyed.
June 17, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Pictured is the DOGE team minus Musk now in the Social Security dept. These people had no previous skill set to understand the SS databases or the legacy coding. They have made assumptions and created chaos for MILLIONS. Age 65 US workers are now retiring and taking SS fearing it will be destroyed.
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NPR speaks with a student from Myanmar who fears his plans to attend graduate school in the U.S. could be derailed by the administration's newest travel ban.
Can this Myanmar student still realize U.S. college dreams under a Trump travel ban?
NPR speaks with a student from Myanmar who fears his plans to attend graduate school in the U.S. could be derailed by the administration's newest travel ban.
n.pr
June 16, 2025 at 2:20 PM
NPR speaks with a student from Myanmar who fears his plans to attend graduate school in the U.S. could be derailed by the administration's newest travel ban.
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Utah voters: Are these really your values? Mike Lee is the best you can do?
June 16, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Utah voters: Are these really your values? Mike Lee is the best you can do?