John Stansell
@johnstansell.bsky.social
Musician & Photographer in Austin TX
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Yesterday we saw new pro-democracy lawsuits in Florida, Indiana and Kansas and a big court win in North Carolina.
I expect several NEW cases will be filed today.
Stay informed. Subscribe to Democracy Docket: hubs.ly/Q03jcjqP0
I expect several NEW cases will be filed today.
Stay informed. Subscribe to Democracy Docket: hubs.ly/Q03jcjqP0
May 6, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Yesterday we saw new pro-democracy lawsuits in Florida, Indiana and Kansas and a big court win in North Carolina.
I expect several NEW cases will be filed today.
Stay informed. Subscribe to Democracy Docket: hubs.ly/Q03jcjqP0
I expect several NEW cases will be filed today.
Stay informed. Subscribe to Democracy Docket: hubs.ly/Q03jcjqP0
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Plan to give all of your private tax data to oligarchs.
www.wired.com/story/doge-h...
www.wired.com/story/doge-h...
DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS. It Wants Easier Access to Taxpayer Data
DOGE operatives have repeatedly referred to the software company Palantir as a possible partner in creating a “mega API” at the IRS, sources tell WIRED.
www.wired.com
April 7, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Plan to give all of your private tax data to oligarchs.
www.wired.com/story/doge-h...
www.wired.com/story/doge-h...
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75%
60 Minutes found no criminal record for 75% of the Venezuelan migrants the U.S. sent to a mega-prison in El Salvador. https://cbsn.ws/4lC4Vp5
April 7, 2025 at 2:15 AM
75%
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Pete Buttegeig made this point last night on CNN. The war plans (Goldberg said they were very detailed, so much he wouldn’t print them) are on a secure system. To get them onto Signal, Hegseth would have to do a cut and paste. Labor intensive! Maybe he retyped?
2. Why did Hegseth copy war planning information from the military computer systems onto a Signal chat?
3. Hegseth needs to explain why he thought all those people needed the war plans? On MSNBC Goldberg indicated the Sec of Treasury was in the chat…. Why?
3. Hegseth needs to explain why he thought all those people needed the war plans? On MSNBC Goldberg indicated the Sec of Treasury was in the chat…. Why?
March 25, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Pete Buttegeig made this point last night on CNN. The war plans (Goldberg said they were very detailed, so much he wouldn’t print them) are on a secure system. To get them onto Signal, Hegseth would have to do a cut and paste. Labor intensive! Maybe he retyped?
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Well, damn.
February 9, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Well, damn.
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A case was filed yesterday afternoon by State Democracy Defenders Fund and others, seeking to prevent the Trump administration from releasing the identities of FBI agents and staff members. It was filed along with a request for a temporary restraining order.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/04/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/04/u...
F.B.I. Agents File Suit to Prevent Trump Team From Disclosing Their Identities
Employees who participated in the Jan. 6 investigations contended in two lawsuits that they believed the administration intended to reveal their identities, endangering them and their families.
www.nytimes.com
February 5, 2025 at 12:17 PM
A case was filed yesterday afternoon by State Democracy Defenders Fund and others, seeking to prevent the Trump administration from releasing the identities of FBI agents and staff members. It was filed along with a request for a temporary restraining order.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/04/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/04/u...
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For the second week in a row, the CDC's crucial Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report — THE first-line bulletin for outbreaks and chronic disease developments — has not been published. This screenshot shows that its last edition was the Thursday before the inauguration. www.cdc.gov/mmwr/index.h...
January 30, 2025 at 5:55 PM
For the second week in a row, the CDC's crucial Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report — THE first-line bulletin for outbreaks and chronic disease developments — has not been published. This screenshot shows that its last edition was the Thursday before the inauguration. www.cdc.gov/mmwr/index.h...
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"It is written in our governance documents that we will never sell the company to Amazon or any major U.S. retailer."
That is yet another reason I now get my books from: bookshop.org. They've even got e-books now.
That is yet another reason I now get my books from: bookshop.org. They've even got e-books now.
Bookshop: Buy books online. Support local bookstores.
An online bookstore that financially supports local independent bookstores and gives back to the book community.
bookshop.org
January 28, 2025 at 7:13 PM
"It is written in our governance documents that we will never sell the company to Amazon or any major U.S. retailer."
That is yet another reason I now get my books from: bookshop.org. They've even got e-books now.
That is yet another reason I now get my books from: bookshop.org. They've even got e-books now.
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When there weren't enough bank examiners on the beat, SVB and Signature Bank failed, requiring big bailouts.
The FDIC should explain why it’s now axing even more examiners whose job it is to make sure big banks don't crash our economy.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
The FDIC should explain why it’s now axing even more examiners whose job it is to make sure big banks don't crash our economy.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Banking regulator rescinds more than 200 job offers for examiners it needs
A government-wide hiring freeze is adding to a staffing shortage at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., complicating the agency’s efforts to oversee thousands of banks across the country.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 27, 2025 at 11:59 PM
When there weren't enough bank examiners on the beat, SVB and Signature Bank failed, requiring big bailouts.
The FDIC should explain why it’s now axing even more examiners whose job it is to make sure big banks don't crash our economy.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
The FDIC should explain why it’s now axing even more examiners whose job it is to make sure big banks don't crash our economy.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
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I have been told by numerous friends on here to follow Canada for food and product recalls since they use the same brands we do. Posting link. inspection.canada.ca/en
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
Public Health Agency of Canada - Canada.ca
Public Health Agency of Canada
www.canada.ca
January 27, 2025 at 9:41 PM
I have been told by numerous friends on here to follow Canada for food and product recalls since they use the same brands we do. Posting link. inspection.canada.ca/en
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
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Making treason great again www.huffpost.com/entry/pete-h...
Pete Hegseth Hints At Restoring Original Confederate Names Of U.S. Military Bases
On his first day as defense secretary, Hegseth called Fort Liberty and Fort Moore by their former names, which belonged to treasonous Americans.
www.huffpost.com
January 28, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Making treason great again www.huffpost.com/entry/pete-h...
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Highly pathogenic H5N9 is the bird flu we're not watching as the Republicans dismantle the public health services of the country in a week.
January 27, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Highly pathogenic H5N9 is the bird flu we're not watching as the Republicans dismantle the public health services of the country in a week.
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This is not meant for all White folks; but there are many who need to watch this. See, it's like this: Shyt is about to get real. Black people know how to turn 10 cents into a buck. We've been through this. We tried to tell y'all; but now its #FAFO time.
youtu.be/MRUOeJL0Ca0?...
youtu.be/MRUOeJL0Ca0?...
#Fafo Season: B🖤ack Americans Clap Back at Wh🤍te Woman's Tearful Vent On How Hard Lif is In America
YouTube video by Gracey D
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January 27, 2025 at 7:49 PM
This is not meant for all White folks; but there are many who need to watch this. See, it's like this: Shyt is about to get real. Black people know how to turn 10 cents into a buck. We've been through this. We tried to tell y'all; but now its #FAFO time.
youtu.be/MRUOeJL0Ca0?...
youtu.be/MRUOeJL0Ca0?...
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Trump orders CDC to halt all work with WHO immediately, disrupting global health efforts. Experts warn this sudden stop will delay responses to outbreaks like bird flu, Marburg virus, and mpox. The move also freezes PEPFAR funding, jeopardizing HIV treatments for millions worldwide.
CDC ordered to stop working with WHO immediately, upending expectations of an extended withdrawal
U.S. public health officials have been told to stop working with the World Health Organization, effective immediately. The surprise decision is focused on the U.S.
apnews.com
January 27, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Trump orders CDC to halt all work with WHO immediately, disrupting global health efforts. Experts warn this sudden stop will delay responses to outbreaks like bird flu, Marburg virus, and mpox. The move also freezes PEPFAR funding, jeopardizing HIV treatments for millions worldwide.
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Donald Trump has promised retribution. When you hear that a Trump foe is under investigation, be skeptical. When you read about anonymous leaks against pro-democracy leaders, consider that it may be part of an effort to discredit their work. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/10-t...
Ten Things We Can All Do to Protect Democracy
From Marc | The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy.
www.democracydocket.com
January 27, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Donald Trump has promised retribution. When you hear that a Trump foe is under investigation, be skeptical. When you read about anonymous leaks against pro-democracy leaders, consider that it may be part of an effort to discredit their work. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/10-t...
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With those elected officials on Bluesky, let them get an earful of what you think they need to be doing.
Leah @politicsgirl.bsky.social saying EXACTLY how I am feeling!
What The F***?!
YouTube video by PoliticsGirl
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January 27, 2025 at 3:33 AM
With those elected officials on Bluesky, let them get an earful of what you think they need to be doing.
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The attack against reproductive rights has started. News organization have confirmed the website is down without explanation.
January 21, 2025 at 3:47 PM
The attack against reproductive rights has started. News organization have confirmed the website is down without explanation.
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Trump issued an Executive Order directing agencies to no longer issue citizenship documentation to babies born of parents who lack legal status.
Previous SCOTUS ruling have stated the parent's status does not matter.
Executive Order can't change law, but SCOTUS will get a chance to change the law.
Previous SCOTUS ruling have stated the parent's status does not matter.
Executive Order can't change law, but SCOTUS will get a chance to change the law.
January 21, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Trump issued an Executive Order directing agencies to no longer issue citizenship documentation to babies born of parents who lack legal status.
Previous SCOTUS ruling have stated the parent's status does not matter.
Executive Order can't change law, but SCOTUS will get a chance to change the law.
Previous SCOTUS ruling have stated the parent's status does not matter.
Executive Order can't change law, but SCOTUS will get a chance to change the law.
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Homer Henderson - Lee Harvey was a Friend of Mine!
youtu.be/0DD2KWCimBQ
"Latest find of rarities from the 80s"
youtu.be/0DD2KWCimBQ
"Latest find of rarities from the 80s"
Homer Henderson - Lee Harvey was a Friend of Mine!
YouTube video by Harpoonhandholly
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December 13, 2024 at 12:37 AM
Homer Henderson - Lee Harvey was a Friend of Mine!
youtu.be/0DD2KWCimBQ
"Latest find of rarities from the 80s"
youtu.be/0DD2KWCimBQ
"Latest find of rarities from the 80s"
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Bad link below go here: www.frenchquarterjournal.com/archives/an-...
December 8, 2024 at 3:12 AM
Bad link below go here: www.frenchquarterjournal.com/archives/an-...
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December 8, 2024 at 6:19 PM
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"Wild Thing" Original Version by Jordan Christopher & The Wild Ones (1965)
youtu.be/9rxDOncgSrY
'The original version of the classic song "Wild Thing", later made famous by The Troggs and Jimi Hendrix. This was released on November 1, 1965, about six months before The Troggs...
youtu.be/9rxDOncgSrY
'The original version of the classic song "Wild Thing", later made famous by The Troggs and Jimi Hendrix. This was released on November 1, 1965, about six months before The Troggs...
"Wild Thing" Original Version by Jordan Christopher & The Wild Ones (1965)
YouTube video by Cantabrigidian
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December 8, 2024 at 2:30 AM
"Wild Thing" Original Version by Jordan Christopher & The Wild Ones (1965)
youtu.be/9rxDOncgSrY
'The original version of the classic song "Wild Thing", later made famous by The Troggs and Jimi Hendrix. This was released on November 1, 1965, about six months before The Troggs...
youtu.be/9rxDOncgSrY
'The original version of the classic song "Wild Thing", later made famous by The Troggs and Jimi Hendrix. This was released on November 1, 1965, about six months before The Troggs...
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