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Harris: Under Trump’s leadership, prices are up, unemployment is up, inflation is up.. He said—I have to count the pluses—A+++++. That’s how he rated the economy. There is nothing A+ about any of this.
December 13, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Harris: Under Trump’s leadership, prices are up, unemployment is up, inflation is up.. He said—I have to count the pluses—A+++++. That’s how he rated the economy. There is nothing A+ about any of this.
Australia and the USA: two countries separated by a common language!
December 13, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Australia and the USA: two countries separated by a common language!
If we implemented RCV universally and had more than two parties, coalitions would be forced to compromise to gain a majority. What we have now doesn't work.
While I'm ranting about politics, here's another point.
Majority governments are a pitiful excuse for democracy.
If you truly care about democracy, about the will of the people, then you should be adamantly opposed to any political party having a majority government.
Majority governments are a pitiful excuse for democracy.
If you truly care about democracy, about the will of the people, then you should be adamantly opposed to any political party having a majority government.
December 13, 2025 at 4:28 AM
If we implemented RCV universally and had more than two parties, coalitions would be forced to compromise to gain a majority. What we have now doesn't work.
My representative. She's awesome!
As the top Democrat on the House Immigration Subcommittee, if Republicans refuse to conduct oversight of Trump’s illegal immigration actions, I will.
I’ve held shadow hearings both in DC and across America, hearing horrifying stories from dozens of people — and I won’t stop.
I’ve held shadow hearings both in DC and across America, hearing horrifying stories from dozens of people — and I won’t stop.
December 13, 2025 at 4:23 AM
My representative. She's awesome!
House Republicans Cross Aisle to Advance Bill Restoring Federal Workers’ Union Rights
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December 12, 2025 at 10:32 PM
House Republicans Cross Aisle to Advance Bill Restoring Federal Workers’ Union Rights
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Looks like the feds should step up their anti-monopoly work (in 2028) and school districts and public service purchasing should cancel all their Amazon contracts. What a ripoff.
A new investigation revealed that school districts and local governments are reportedly overpaying for supplies because of Amazon contracts that bind them to dynamic pricing.
Rather than allow for competitive bidding, the deals “covertly raise prices and inflate costs for governments.”
Rather than allow for competitive bidding, the deals “covertly raise prices and inflate costs for governments.”
December 12, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Looks like the feds should step up their anti-monopoly work (in 2028) and school districts and public service purchasing should cancel all their Amazon contracts. What a ripoff.
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If you’re looking for something to do, start working on overturning citizens united in your state. States control the power corporations have. Take their political power away with a ballot initiative. Here’s how: open.substack.com/pub/robertre...
How to Get Rid of "Citizens United"
We can do away with it without a new Supreme Court. Nor do we need a constitutional amendment. There’s a far simpler way.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:28 PM
If you’re looking for something to do, start working on overturning citizens united in your state. States control the power corporations have. Take their political power away with a ballot initiative. Here’s how: open.substack.com/pub/robertre...
RFK Jr and this administration has lead us from a world leader in health care to third world lack of science standards based on conjecture, conspiracy theories and utter incompetence.
From COVID to Hepatitis to Measles, RFK Jr. Is Gutting Vaccine Science: An Ex-CDC Expert Speaks Out
Guests Dr. Fiona Havers adjunct assoc prof at Emory School of Medicine and former CDC official w/expertise in infectious diseases and vaccines
December 12, 2025
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Guests Dr. Fiona Havers adjunct assoc prof at Emory School of Medicine and former CDC official w/expertise in infectious diseases and vaccines
December 12, 2025
www.democracynow.org/2025/12/12/r...
From COVID to Hepatitis to Measles, RFK Jr. Is Gutting Vaccine Science: An Ex-CDC Expert Speaks Out
As Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dramatically reshapes U.S. immunization policy, we speak with Dr. Fiona Havers, a former top vaccine expert at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
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December 12, 2025 at 8:24 PM
RFK Jr and this administration has lead us from a world leader in health care to third world lack of science standards based on conjecture, conspiracy theories and utter incompetence.
I can't think of a better way for Democrats to lose another election cycle. I guess senator Schumer has forgotten how well our regime changes in Iran, Afghanistan and Iraq worked out.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Won’t Rule Out Regime Change in Venezuela
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Won’t Rule Out Regime Change in Venezuela
The Senate’s top Democrat, Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, refused to say he opposes regime change in Venezuela. Schumer spoke with CNN’s Jake Tapper on Thursday.
Jake Tapper: “Do you disagree with Pr...
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December 12, 2025 at 8:18 PM
I can't think of a better way for Democrats to lose another election cycle. I guess senator Schumer has forgotten how well our regime changes in Iran, Afghanistan and Iraq worked out.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Won’t Rule Out Regime Change in Venezuela
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Won’t Rule Out Regime Change in Venezuela
The Senate’s top Democrat, Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, refused to say he opposes regime change in Venezuela. Schumer spoke with CNN’s Jake Tapper on Thursday.
Jake Tapper: “Do you disagree with Pr...
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December 12, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Won’t Rule Out Regime Change in Venezuela
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I'm glad that justice is kinda sorta working in this case. Has anyone checked the tatoos on his fingers to confirm that MS13 in Courier 16 is really on his hands? If not, someone should be charged with fraud.
Kilmar Ábrego García ordered released from ICE custody in fight over Trump immigration
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Kilmar Ábrego García ordered released from ICE custody in fight over Trump immigration
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December 12, 2025 at 1:55 AM
I'm glad that justice is kinda sorta working in this case. Has anyone checked the tatoos on his fingers to confirm that MS13 in Courier 16 is really on his hands? If not, someone should be charged with fraud.
Conservative Republicans have been screaming about states' rights for decades while being pulled kicking and screaming into a post-racial America. He really should check with party leaders before bending over for his rich buddies. Also, AI says his boat strikes are illegal. Try harder!
Trump signs executive order blocking states from regulating AI
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Trump signs executive order blocking states from regulating AI
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December 12, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Conservative Republicans have been screaming about states' rights for decades while being pulled kicking and screaming into a post-racial America. He really should check with party leaders before bending over for his rich buddies. Also, AI says his boat strikes are illegal. Try harder!
What?? Another one of Trump's peace agreements fell apart? I'm shocked; shocked I tell you! Maybe instead of declaring whatever fantasy strikes his fancy, he should follow diplomatic procedures proven to define processes, restrictions, compliance, etc. That will never happen with Trump.
Half a million evacuated on Thai-Cambodia border as Trump makes diplomatic push to end fighting
Half a million evacuated on Thai-Cambodia border as Trump makes diplomatic push to end fighting
At least 15 people killed, while more than 500,000 people have fled border areas near where jets, tanks and drones were waging battle
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December 11, 2025 at 4:27 AM
What?? Another one of Trump's peace agreements fell apart? I'm shocked; shocked I tell you! Maybe instead of declaring whatever fantasy strikes his fancy, he should follow diplomatic procedures proven to define processes, restrictions, compliance, etc. That will never happen with Trump.
Does anyone really think that european leaders care about what Donald Trump thinks at this point? It's been crystal clear he does not care about europe, NATO, or any peace agreement that his buddy Vladi does not agree with.
Ukraine war: Trump criticises European leaders on eve of crunch coalition meeting
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Ukraine war: Trump criticises European leaders on eve of crunch coalition meeting
President says there were ‘strong words’ in latest call, as Volodymyr Zelenskyy to join other European leaders to discuss peace plan on Thursday
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December 11, 2025 at 1:54 AM
Does anyone really think that european leaders care about what Donald Trump thinks at this point? It's been crystal clear he does not care about europe, NATO, or any peace agreement that his buddy Vladi does not agree with.
Ukraine war: Trump criticises European leaders on eve of crunch coalition meeting
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
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Ukraine war: Trump criticises European leaders on eve of crunch coalition meeting
President says there were ‘strong words’ in latest call, as Volodymyr Zelenskyy to join other European leaders to discuss peace plan on Thursday
www.theguardian.com
December 11, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Ukraine war: Trump criticises European leaders on eve of crunch coalition meeting
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That's great! As if Trump's tariffs did not do enough to disrupt international commerce, now anyone with a military force can also disrupt it. Apparently, international law no longer applies. It also lays bare the real reason the USA wants control of Venezuela: their oil.
December 11, 2025 at 1:47 AM
That's great! As if Trump's tariffs did not do enough to disrupt international commerce, now anyone with a military force can also disrupt it. Apparently, international law no longer applies. It also lays bare the real reason the USA wants control of Venezuela: their oil.
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Look at this chart.
Still wondering if inequality is a problem throughout the world?
Wealth doesn’t just beget more wealth — it begets more power. https://www.theguardian.com/news/2025/dec/10/visual-breakdown-worlds-wealthiest-people
Still wondering if inequality is a problem throughout the world?
Wealth doesn’t just beget more wealth — it begets more power. https://www.theguardian.com/news/2025/dec/10/visual-breakdown-worlds-wealthiest-people
December 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Look at this chart.
Still wondering if inequality is a problem throughout the world?
Wealth doesn’t just beget more wealth — it begets more power. https://www.theguardian.com/news/2025/dec/10/visual-breakdown-worlds-wealthiest-people
Still wondering if inequality is a problem throughout the world?
Wealth doesn’t just beget more wealth — it begets more power. https://www.theguardian.com/news/2025/dec/10/visual-breakdown-worlds-wealthiest-people
Illinois Governor Pritzker Signs Bills to Protect Immigrants from ICE Agents
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Illinois Governor Pritzker Signs Bills to Protect Immigrants from ICE Agents
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed bills aimed to prevent federal immigration agents from making arrests near courthouses, hospitals or colleges. Another new law will also make it easier for peo...
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December 10, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Illinois Governor Pritzker Signs Bills to Protect Immigrants from ICE Agents
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I thought abuse and torture ended with the last Bush administration. Now it's back on steroids, making America great again! How utterly disgusting, immoral, inhuman, etc. We are a disgrace to humanity.
Officers at Texas immigration detention facility accused of beatings and sexual abuse
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Officers at Texas immigration detention facility accused of beatings and sexual abuse
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December 10, 2025 at 1:43 AM
I thought abuse and torture ended with the last Bush administration. Now it's back on steroids, making America great again! How utterly disgusting, immoral, inhuman, etc. We are a disgrace to humanity.
Sure looks like cruel and unusual punishment to me. Now the question is who will protect us from ICE?
Democratic Senator Murray Condemns ICE After Agents Release Attack Dog on Constituent
Democratic Senator Murray Condemns ICE After Agents Release Attack Dog on Constituent
In Washington state, Democratic Senator Patty Murray is condemning an incident where ICE agents released an attack dog on one of her constituents last month in Vancouver.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Sure looks like cruel and unusual punishment to me. Now the question is who will protect us from ICE?
Once the crazy people leave congress, the voters should make sure they never return. My confidence level, based on past election experience, is zero.
If her latest New York Times editorial is any indication, it sure looks like Rep. Nancy Mace might follow Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s path to the exit.
Nancy Mace Torches Congress, Takes A Shot At Mike Johnson In NYT Editorial
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December 9, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Once the crazy people leave congress, the voters should make sure they never return. My confidence level, based on past election experience, is zero.
Unfortunate, idiotic and definitely the new reality.
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The old world isn't coming back. America's old allies have been ditched. We're on our own, now.
The old world isn't coming back. America's old allies have been ditched. We're on our own, now.
European Council president warns US not to interfere in Europe’s affairs
The new US national security strategy codifies a seismic shift in transatlantic relations, say experts
www.theguardian.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Unfortunate, idiotic and definitely the new reality.
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If a political party does not have its foundation in the determination to advance a cause that is right and moral, then it’s not a political party; it is merely a conspiracy to seize power. - Dwight Eisenhower
December 8, 2025 at 11:37 PM
If a political party does not have its foundation in the determination to advance a cause that is right and moral, then it’s not a political party; it is merely a conspiracy to seize power. - Dwight Eisenhower
USA is our name; extortion is our game. Allies are only valuable until we throw them under the bus. Let's make a deal, mafia style!
December 9, 2025 at 1:08 AM
USA is our name; extortion is our game. Allies are only valuable until we throw them under the bus. Let's make a deal, mafia style!
Sounds like a raw deal for the Palestinian's. Since the problem of Hamas has never been solved, no one is willing to risk troops to do that. The "peace deal" is a joke.
‘Yellow line’ that divides Gaza under Trump plan is ‘new border’ for Israel, says military chief
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/08/yellow-line-that-divides-gaza-under-trump-plan-is-new-border-for-israel-says-military-chief
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/08/yellow-line-that-divides-gaza-under-trump-plan-is-new-border-for-israel-says-military-chief
‘Yellow line’ that divides Gaza under Trump plan is ‘new border’ for Israel, says military chief
Eyal Zamir said Israel would hold on to current positions, giving it control of more than half of the territory
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December 9, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Sounds like a raw deal for the Palestinian's. Since the problem of Hamas has never been solved, no one is willing to risk troops to do that. The "peace deal" is a joke.