Malcolm (Mike) Tatum
@grumpyoldgoat59.bsky.social
Ancient relic who enjoys 60s & 70s tunes, old movies, live theater, crazy sci-fi & mystery books.
Religious & political progressive. Proud member & elder in Community of Christ. Wanna play #Scrabble?
Religious & political progressive. Proud member & elder in Community of Christ. Wanna play #Scrabble?
Whether by design or circumstance, not everyone spends #Christmas with loved ones. It can still be a joyful day.
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What to Do When You’re Alone for Christmas
Whether by design or circumstance, being alone on Christmas Day doesn't mean being lonely.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Whether by design or circumstance, not everyone spends #Christmas with loved ones. It can still be a joyful day.
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Happy Thursday!
December 18, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Happy Thursday!
Celebrating #Christmas doesn't have to be stressful and full of pomp & circumstance. A #minimalist approach may be just what you need.
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Have Yourself a Merry Minimalist Christmas
Less is more when it comes to feeling the peace that's part of the Christmas spirit.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Celebrating #Christmas doesn't have to be stressful and full of pomp & circumstance. A #minimalist approach may be just what you need.
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When your loved ones have a lot of stuff already, opting for #digital #Christmas gifts are often the answer.
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Why Digital Gifts Are Great For Everyone On Your Christmas List
In spite of what you've been told, remembering loved ones at Christmastime doesn't have to involve agonizing over the offerings at the store.
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December 16, 2025 at 2:22 PM
When your loved ones have a lot of stuff already, opting for #digital #Christmas gifts are often the answer.
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The Trump White House is arguing in court that ASL interpreters would “intrude on the president’s image.” WTF.
Trump doesn't want to be upstaged by sign language interpreters
The Trump administration has come up with a genuinely novel—and unhinged—argument as to why the White House shouldn’t have to provide American Sign Language interpreters for press briefings.
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December 14, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The Trump White House is arguing in court that ASL interpreters would “intrude on the president’s image.” WTF.
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“How many United States military veterans have you deported?” Magaziner asked Noem.
“Sir, we have not deported U.S. citizens or military veterans.”
Little did she know there was one staring right at her.
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“Sir, we have not deported U.S. citizens or military veterans.”
Little did she know there was one staring right at her.
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Noem Gets Most Awkward Fact-Check of Her Life on Deported Veterans
Homeland Security Kristi Noem had a tough time selling her lies to Congress.
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December 14, 2025 at 8:31 PM
“How many United States military veterans have you deported?” Magaziner asked Noem.
“Sir, we have not deported U.S. citizens or military veterans.”
Little did she know there was one staring right at her.
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“Sir, we have not deported U.S. citizens or military veterans.”
Little did she know there was one staring right at her.
trib.al/YkUzWMI
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How easily has Trump rolled corporate media? So much more easily than he probably expected.
Nice little TV network you got there
How easily has Trump rolled corporate media? So much more easily than he probably expected.
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December 14, 2025 at 8:36 PM
How easily has Trump rolled corporate media? So much more easily than he probably expected.
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"Every lockdown drill is a confession of failure. Every barricaded classroom is an indictment. Every child taught to hide is proof that the adults in charge have surrendered."
What Are We Doing to Our Children?
We taught kids to read, write, and dream; then trained them to hide, barricade, and bleed quietly while adults chose guns, cowardice, and silence over their future.
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December 14, 2025 at 8:52 PM
"Every lockdown drill is a confession of failure. Every barricaded classroom is an indictment. Every child taught to hide is proof that the adults in charge have surrendered."
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📚 Revisit #LearningForJustice's series offering learning resources for children and families to cultivate the values of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion: https://bit.ly/4hBvWXv
Cultivating these values in youth creates stepping stones toward resisting hate and strengthening democracy 💪.
Cultivating these values in youth creates stepping stones toward resisting hate and strengthening democracy 💪.
December 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
📚 Revisit #LearningForJustice's series offering learning resources for children and families to cultivate the values of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion: https://bit.ly/4hBvWXv
Cultivating these values in youth creates stepping stones toward resisting hate and strengthening democracy 💪.
Cultivating these values in youth creates stepping stones toward resisting hate and strengthening democracy 💪.
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📣 EXCLUSIVE 📣
Missouri lawmakers rushed to hand Trump the gerrymander he wanted—so voters handed back 300,000 signatures saying “Try again.”
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Missouri lawmakers rushed to hand Trump the gerrymander he wanted—so voters handed back 300,000 signatures saying “Try again.”
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How Missourians rose up against gerrymandering: GOP is 'terrified'
When President Donald Trump pressed Missouri’s GOP to help him rig the 2026 midterm elections, they passed a map that is expected to give the party one more seat in the U.S. House. But everyday ...
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December 12, 2025 at 2:29 PM
📣 EXCLUSIVE 📣
Missouri lawmakers rushed to hand Trump the gerrymander he wanted—so voters handed back 300,000 signatures saying “Try again.”
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
Missouri lawmakers rushed to hand Trump the gerrymander he wanted—so voters handed back 300,000 signatures saying “Try again.”
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
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Those hoping to fast-track their U.S. visa application via Donald Trump’s gold card scheme could end up losing a fortune due to potential legal obstacles.
Applicants for Trump’s Tacky Gold Card Warned of Million-Dollar Problem
There is also the possibility that the president’s visa program will be declared illegal.
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December 12, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Those hoping to fast-track their U.S. visa application via Donald Trump’s gold card scheme could end up losing a fortune due to potential legal obstacles.
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Foreign visitors who are eligible to bypass the visa application process may soon have to turn over five years' worth of social media history to enter the U.S., under a new Trump administration plan. n.pr/4pWYldO
What's on your TikTok page? U.S. looks to scour tourists' online profiles
Foreign visitors who are eligible to bypass the visa application process may soon have to turn over five years' worth of social media history to enter the U.S., under a new Trump administration plan.
n.pr
December 12, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Foreign visitors who are eligible to bypass the visa application process may soon have to turn over five years' worth of social media history to enter the U.S., under a new Trump administration plan. n.pr/4pWYldO
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Trump’s attempt to bully Indiana Republicans fails as Senate snubs redistricting bill
Trump’s attempt to bully Indiana Republicans fails as Senate snubs redistricting bill
Trump’s attempt to bully Indiana Republicans fails as Senate snubs redistricting bill
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December 12, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Trump’s attempt to bully Indiana Republicans fails as Senate snubs redistricting bill
Another favorite Christmas hymn, found in the official #CommunityOfChrist hymnal, sung by the Toronto congregation's #BeyondTheWalls choir.
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Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus - CCS 400 - The Beyond the Walls the Choir
YouTube video by Centre Place
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December 12, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Another favorite Christmas hymn, found in the official #CommunityOfChrist hymnal, sung by the Toronto congregation's #BeyondTheWalls choir.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwR1...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwR1...
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Happy Thursday!
December 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Happy Thursday!
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In years past, a large #Christmas tree was a must. These days, a simple #tabletop tree laden with favorite #ornaments brings holiday cheer to the living room.
December 11, 2025 at 11:24 AM
In years past, a large #Christmas tree was a must. These days, a simple #tabletop tree laden with favorite #ornaments brings holiday cheer to the living room.
If you've never been involved in #communitytheater, on stage or off, as part of the cast or crew, or as a regular attender or supporter, 2026 is the year to change that.
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Why Community Theaters Are the Heartbeat of Our Towns and Cities
Community theater offers a lot more than an evening of entertainment.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:41 PM
If you've never been involved in #communitytheater, on stage or off, as part of the cast or crew, or as a regular attender or supporter, 2026 is the year to change that.
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Christianity must become progressive, or Christianity will die.
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Christianity must become progressive
or the people will vote with their feet
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November 16, 2024 at 7:35 PM
Christianity must become progressive, or Christianity will die.
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President Donald Trump engaged in a similar arrangement to what he has called potentially criminal "mortgage fraud," according to a ProPublica report.
Report says Trump did same 'mortgage fraud' he accuses his targets of
President Donald Trump engaged in a similar arrangement to what he has called potentially criminal "mortgage fraud," according to a ProPublica report.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:30 AM
President Donald Trump engaged in a similar arrangement to what he has called potentially criminal "mortgage fraud," according to a ProPublica report.
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Burkina Faso! Today, we invite you to join with members and friends of Community of Christ, from around the world, as we pray for PEACE on and for the earth, for ALL people, and today, especially for the people of Burkina Faso, in west Africa. #cofchrist
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Prayer for Peace | Community of Christ
<p>Join Community of Christ in daily prayers for peace, focusing on a different country each day. Participate in spiritual reflections, light the peace candle, and engage in worship elements to promot...
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December 8, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Burkina Faso! Today, we invite you to join with members and friends of Community of Christ, from around the world, as we pray for PEACE on and for the earth, for ALL people, and today, especially for the people of Burkina Faso, in west Africa. #cofchrist
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