lauriechip
@lauriechip.bsky.social
Artist, animal lover, reader of books, gardener, Democracy supporter
There is nowhere in WyCo for these people to go except jail. This is not a solution, just punishment for those unfortunate to live outside. www.kcur.org/housing-deve...
Wyandotte County bans homeless people from sleeping outside, despite public outcry
A revised version of the public camping ban — which includes lesser penalties for first time offenses — passed Thursday night. Kansas City, Kansas Police called the measure “dignified” but opponents w...
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November 24, 2025 at 11:14 PM
There is nowhere in WyCo for these people to go except jail. This is not a solution, just punishment for those unfortunate to live outside. www.kcur.org/housing-deve...
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Check out these 6 Kansas City maker’s markets, fairs and festivals this holiday season
Kansas City small businesses need your support, so this year, head to your talented neighbors and spend your dollars where they matter the most. Here's where you can find handcrafted goods, local art ...
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November 24, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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Trump wants to torment the hungry some more by making them reapply for food stamps. missouriindependent.com/2025/11/24/r...
The Trump administration wants everyone to reapply for food stamps. What does that mean? • Missouri Independent
The Trump administration's call for a reexamination of the 42 million people who receive federal food aid befuddled advocates and lawmakers
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November 24, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Trump wants to torment the hungry some more by making them reapply for food stamps. missouriindependent.com/2025/11/24/r...
Christmas Cedar Tree Day
Saturday, December 6 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$25 suggested donation | Missouri Barn
Celebrate the season and support native prairie restoration by harvesting your own eastern red cedar tree at our Christmas Cedar Tree Day event! powellgardens.org/event/christ...
Saturday, December 6 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$25 suggested donation | Missouri Barn
Celebrate the season and support native prairie restoration by harvesting your own eastern red cedar tree at our Christmas Cedar Tree Day event! powellgardens.org/event/christ...
Christmas Cedar Tree Day - Powell Gardens
Harvest your own eastern red cedar tree with participating in hands-on prairie restoration at Powell Gardens.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Christmas Cedar Tree Day
Saturday, December 6 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$25 suggested donation | Missouri Barn
Celebrate the season and support native prairie restoration by harvesting your own eastern red cedar tree at our Christmas Cedar Tree Day event! powellgardens.org/event/christ...
Saturday, December 6 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$25 suggested donation | Missouri Barn
Celebrate the season and support native prairie restoration by harvesting your own eastern red cedar tree at our Christmas Cedar Tree Day event! powellgardens.org/event/christ...
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Democrats have an opportunity to gain ground in traditionally “red” states ahead of next year’s elections—and beyond. @piperformissouri.bsky.social shares the why and the how.
https://contrarian.substack.com/p/theyre-engaged-theyre-optimistic
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"They're engaged, they're optimistic!" Jess Piper on Rural Voters, Gerrymandering, and Voting Blue
"We know that gerrymandering doesn't always work."
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November 24, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Democrats have an opportunity to gain ground in traditionally “red” states ahead of next year’s elections—and beyond. @piperformissouri.bsky.social shares the why and the how.
https://contrarian.substack.com/p/theyre-engaged-theyre-optimistic
https://contrarian.substack.com/p/theyre-engaged-theyre-optimistic
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ICYMI: @sjdemas.bsky.social had Anthony Vinci on First Draft to discuss AI’s expansion into culture, media, and daily life (and our governments).
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Should TikTok Be Banned in the US and What's Next for AI? | First Draft with Susan Demas & Dr. Anthony Vinci
AI’s expansion into culture, media, and daily life creates openings for authoritarian narratives to infiltrate without detection.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:48 PM
ICYMI: @sjdemas.bsky.social had Anthony Vinci on First Draft to discuss AI’s expansion into culture, media, and daily life (and our governments).
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Let's be clear: Mark Kelly did not state that the military should not follow lawful orders.
Article 92 of the UCMJ states that troops must obey lawful orders. It explicitly points out that only LAWFUL orders must be obeyed. It is therefore the duty of every soldier to not follow unlawful orders.
Article 92 of the UCMJ states that troops must obey lawful orders. It explicitly points out that only LAWFUL orders must be obeyed. It is therefore the duty of every soldier to not follow unlawful orders.
November 24, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Let's be clear: Mark Kelly did not state that the military should not follow lawful orders.
Article 92 of the UCMJ states that troops must obey lawful orders. It explicitly points out that only LAWFUL orders must be obeyed. It is therefore the duty of every soldier to not follow unlawful orders.
Article 92 of the UCMJ states that troops must obey lawful orders. It explicitly points out that only LAWFUL orders must be obeyed. It is therefore the duty of every soldier to not follow unlawful orders.
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These days, billionaires feel the need to weigh in about everything now from universities to dating to whatever. But they are so poor, all they have is money, so the STFU backlash is coming: Wealthy People Have Always Shaped Universities. This Time Is Different. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/24/u...
Wealthy People Have Always Shaped Universities. This Time Is Different.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:29 PM
These days, billionaires feel the need to weigh in about everything now from universities to dating to whatever. But they are so poor, all they have is money, so the STFU backlash is coming: Wealthy People Have Always Shaped Universities. This Time Is Different. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/24/u...
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Can someone please at least turn the CAPS LOCK off his phone? Thx.
November 24, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Can someone please at least turn the CAPS LOCK off his phone? Thx.
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Gallego: "Donald Trump is gonna be gone in a couple years. And if you're part of the military that is going after sitting members of Congress and part of the weaponization of government, there will be consequences. Without a doubt."
November 24, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Gallego: "Donald Trump is gonna be gone in a couple years. And if you're part of the military that is going after sitting members of Congress and part of the weaponization of government, there will be consequences. Without a doubt."
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Gallego to Hegseth: "You will never ever be half the man that Sen. Kelly is. You, sir, are a coward. And the fact that you are following this order from the president shows how big of a coward you are. I can't wait until you are no longer the secretary of defense."
November 24, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Gallego to Hegseth: "You will never ever be half the man that Sen. Kelly is. You, sir, are a coward. And the fact that you are following this order from the president shows how big of a coward you are. I can't wait until you are no longer the secretary of defense."
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65 Starbucks stores struck on Red Cup Day over pay and scheduling. Like this? Share it. They’re counting on you staying quiet. #ratcquickhits
November 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
65 Starbucks stores struck on Red Cup Day over pay and scheduling. Like this? Share it. They’re counting on you staying quiet. #ratcquickhits
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The Defense Department opened an investigation into Senator Mark Kelly (a former Navy captain and astronaut) after he appeared in a video urging service members to reject unlawful commands.
November 24, 2025 at 10:03 PM
The Defense Department opened an investigation into Senator Mark Kelly (a former Navy captain and astronaut) after he appeared in a video urging service members to reject unlawful commands.
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The message angered Trump, who accused Kelly and five other Democrats featured in the video of committing sedition, calling it “punishable by DEATH.”
Pentagon says it's investigating Sen. Mark Kelly over video urging troops to defy 'illegal orders'
The Pentagon says it's investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona over possible breaches of military law after the former Navy pilot joined a handful of other lawmakers in a video that called...
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November 24, 2025 at 10:03 PM
The message angered Trump, who accused Kelly and five other Democrats featured in the video of committing sedition, calling it “punishable by DEATH.”
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James Comey: "I know that Donald Trump will probably come after me again. And my attitude is going to be the same: I am innocent, I am not afraid."
November 24, 2025 at 10:03 PM
James Comey: "I know that Donald Trump will probably come after me again. And my attitude is going to be the same: I am innocent, I am not afraid."
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When a draft dodger and a weekend warrior try to dictate military law to a retired captain of the USN who flew nearly 40 combat missions... the system is deeply broken.
November 24, 2025 at 10:06 PM
When a draft dodger and a weekend warrior try to dictate military law to a retired captain of the USN who flew nearly 40 combat missions... the system is deeply broken.
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Sad day in Tulsa. Viola, Rest in Power.
One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre's last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies age 111
One of the last known survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma has died. Viola Ford Fletcher was 111.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Sad day in Tulsa. Viola, Rest in Power.
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ICYMI: @joetrippi.bsky.social and Alex Shashlo went live for That Trippi Show with special guest Lincoln Project Senior Advisor @Searching for Hope (@trygveolson.bsky.social)!
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'If You Want to Exploit People, Trump’s Government Won’t Get in Your Way' | That Trippi Show with Trygve Olson
How Trump is gaslighting us — especially seniors.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:18 PM
ICYMI: @joetrippi.bsky.social and Alex Shashlo went live for That Trippi Show with special guest Lincoln Project Senior Advisor @Searching for Hope (@trygveolson.bsky.social)!
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Standing by his principles, standing up to bullies. Bravo, Zohran!
November 24, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Standing by his principles, standing up to bullies. Bravo, Zohran!
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ICYMI: Andra Watkins and @samosterhout.bsky.social sat down for their weekly Christian Nationalism check-in!
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‘Women Must Be Supervised’: The Christian Nationalist Doctrine Warping U.S. Politics | Andra Watkins & Sam Osterhout
Christian nationalism reframes control as protection to justify restricting women’s autonomy.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:30 PM
ICYMI: Andra Watkins and @samosterhout.bsky.social sat down for their weekly Christian Nationalism check-in!
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SO RUSSIA AUTHORED A BULLSHIT "PEACE PLAN" TO FORCE ON UKRAINE, AND "LIDDLE" MARCO RUBIO CLAIMED THE US WROTE IT. THEN HE ADMITTED RUSSIA WROTE IT, AND THEN HE CHANGED HIS STORY A THIRD TIME. WHAT THE FUCK IS GOING ON? IN TODAY'S VERY STRONG POST I ATTEMPT TO MAKE SENSE OF IT. LINK: bit.ly/4p47EJ2
November 24, 2025 at 5:38 PM
SO RUSSIA AUTHORED A BULLSHIT "PEACE PLAN" TO FORCE ON UKRAINE, AND "LIDDLE" MARCO RUBIO CLAIMED THE US WROTE IT. THEN HE ADMITTED RUSSIA WROTE IT, AND THEN HE CHANGED HIS STORY A THIRD TIME. WHAT THE FUCK IS GOING ON? IN TODAY'S VERY STRONG POST I ATTEMPT TO MAKE SENSE OF IT. LINK: bit.ly/4p47EJ2
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Millions dead from hunger and malnutrition. Billions wasted. Lost and wasted research. Compromised security. Shame on Elon Musk. Blood on his hands and a legacy of failure.
November 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Millions dead from hunger and malnutrition. Billions wasted. Lost and wasted research. Compromised security. Shame on Elon Musk. Blood on his hands and a legacy of failure.
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DHS is moving to gut OPT, the post‑grad work permit. Universities and employers will feel it next. Follow for more. #ratcquickhits
November 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
DHS is moving to gut OPT, the post‑grad work permit. Universities and employers will feel it next. Follow for more. #ratcquickhits