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“If they want to deport the criminals, go right ahead,” Bishop da Cunha told The Light. “You have all my support. But when they divide families and take parents away from children and leave children abandoned, that’s not who we are.”
Pope Leo has urged church leaders to speak out, the paper noted.
Pope Leo has urged church leaders to speak out, the paper noted.
Fall River bishop exhorts the U.S. to stop dividing immigrant families - The New Bedford Light
Bishop da Cunha: “We say every country has a right to protect the border. But we are also saying that people who immigrate are human beings.”
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November 12, 2025 at 12:14 PM
h/t @scdemocrats.bsky.social ... these Republicans are worse than heartless.
November 9, 2025 at 10:53 PM
h/t @scdemocrats.bsky.social ... these Republicans are worse than heartless.
As always @dailyyonder.bsky.social makes sense of it all.
Virginia’s Rural Voters Shift 12 Points Toward Democrats | The Daily Yonder
Rural voters in Virginia were part of a statewide shift toward the Democratic Party since the last gubernatorial election in 2021, according to a Daily
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November 9, 2025 at 4:33 AM
As always @dailyyonder.bsky.social makes sense of it all.
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SNAP UPDATE: I’m directing SNAP benefits to be processed today — and paid IN FULL starting tomorrow.
Americans are going hungry because President Trump chose to play politics with their lives.
People need to eat. We’re making sure they do.
Americans are going hungry because President Trump chose to play politics with their lives.
People need to eat. We’re making sure they do.
November 7, 2025 at 8:58 PM
SNAP UPDATE: I’m directing SNAP benefits to be processed today — and paid IN FULL starting tomorrow.
Americans are going hungry because President Trump chose to play politics with their lives.
People need to eat. We’re making sure they do.
Americans are going hungry because President Trump chose to play politics with their lives.
People need to eat. We’re making sure they do.
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Strengthening words from great American Nancy Pelosi. “[G]enerations past have always prevailed, and so shall we, for our faith in the goodness of America, and our commitment to the freedom we owe our children, is what will always give us hope.” #thankyouNancy www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
America Is Great When America Is Good
Those who believe in liberty and dignity must never give in to the forces arrayed against the things we hold dearest.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Strengthening words from great American Nancy Pelosi. “[G]enerations past have always prevailed, and so shall we, for our faith in the goodness of America, and our commitment to the freedom we owe our children, is what will always give us hope.” #thankyouNancy www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
You can't make this stuff up.
Just when you think you've heard it all, Bizarro world strikes again. FIFA is the international governing body for association football (soccer), futsal, and beach soccer will award the much coveted footballer peace prize. Next up: NHL? 🤦♀️
Infantino says 'you will see' at World Cup draw if Trump receives new FIFA peace prize
FIFA has announced the creation of a peace prize, which it plans to award for the first time at the World Cup draw on Dec. 5 in Washington.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:31 PM
You can't make this stuff up.
"Why? ... to your point, maybe they already have. And that's the point." Former RNC chair Michael Steele
'Rick Scott knows not to step out of line’: Hosts discuss why GOP protects Trump – again
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October 29, 2025 at 2:25 PM
"Why? ... to your point, maybe they already have. And that's the point." Former RNC chair Michael Steele
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Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, the voice of reason. Think on that one. They've gone too damned far. Not because WE say it. But because one of them said it. Dear Sen. Hawley, Keep looking for the warmest hearts and coolest heads ... you could be making history here.
Opinion | Josh Hawley: No American Should Go to Bed Hungry
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October 29, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, the voice of reason. Think on that one. They've gone too damned far. Not because WE say it. But because one of them said it. Dear Sen. Hawley, Keep looking for the warmest hearts and coolest heads ... you could be making history here.
The good news: US Rep. Balint is gutsy and smart.
“We also know a tweet could change anything,” Rep. Becca Balint told us of her “solid partners on the Senate side.”
The bad news: She's absolutely right.
If that's not reason enough to raise our voices and votes to expect courage. 🤦♀️
“We also know a tweet could change anything,” Rep. Becca Balint told us of her “solid partners on the Senate side.”
The bad news: She's absolutely right.
If that's not reason enough to raise our voices and votes to expect courage. 🤦♀️
October 29, 2025 at 10:57 AM
The good news: US Rep. Balint is gutsy and smart.
“We also know a tweet could change anything,” Rep. Becca Balint told us of her “solid partners on the Senate side.”
The bad news: She's absolutely right.
If that's not reason enough to raise our voices and votes to expect courage. 🤦♀️
“We also know a tweet could change anything,” Rep. Becca Balint told us of her “solid partners on the Senate side.”
The bad news: She's absolutely right.
If that's not reason enough to raise our voices and votes to expect courage. 🤦♀️
The intimidating of voters continues.
It begins.
Breaking News: The Trump administration said it would monitor elections in California and New Jersey, which Democrats called an attempt at voter suppression.
October 25, 2025 at 3:39 PM
The intimidating of voters continues.
Apparently, Chuck Schumer hasn't lost his ability to deliver a classic NY state of mind FU to the other side of the aisle. "Republicans named their measure, "The Shutdown Fairness Act." Democrats titled theirs the, "True Shutdown Fairness Act.""
Effort to pay at least some federal workers fails in Senate — NPR
The Senate failed to advance two partisan bills that would have paid some federal workers during the shutdown. Democrats and Republicans remain deadlocked as the shutdown drags on.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Apparently, Chuck Schumer hasn't lost his ability to deliver a classic NY state of mind FU to the other side of the aisle. "Republicans named their measure, "The Shutdown Fairness Act." Democrats titled theirs the, "True Shutdown Fairness Act.""
US House Speaker Johnson condemned threat ... then made claims violence on the left was more prevalent. Have your cake, and eat it, too totally spoils the moment here.
Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by Trump charged with making death threat against Hakeem Jeffries
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October 23, 2025 at 4:26 PM
US House Speaker Johnson condemned threat ... then made claims violence on the left was more prevalent. Have your cake, and eat it, too totally spoils the moment here.
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Aerial drone view of the Boston Common today for #NoKings rally. Organizers say 125,000 patriots gathered today to send Trump a message that we are growing stronger, bigger and bolder.
Boston Police didn't like the drone and shut it down, but not before it took this great shot of the crowd.
#50501
Boston Police didn't like the drone and shut it down, but not before it took this great shot of the crowd.
#50501
October 18, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Aerial drone view of the Boston Common today for #NoKings rally. Organizers say 125,000 patriots gathered today to send Trump a message that we are growing stronger, bigger and bolder.
Boston Police didn't like the drone and shut it down, but not before it took this great shot of the crowd.
#50501
Boston Police didn't like the drone and shut it down, but not before it took this great shot of the crowd.
#50501
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There's gotta be a D-trip lawyer that's gonna be thinkin' writ of mandamus.
Johnson refuses to swear in Grijalva, brushes aside Democrats' legal threat — for now
Democrats have threatened legal action if Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva isn't sworn in Friday after winning her special election more than three weeks ago.
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October 18, 2025 at 2:21 AM
There's gotta be a D-trip lawyer that's gonna be thinkin' writ of mandamus.
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I love a good smackdown 🔥🔥
October 15, 2025 at 4:06 PM
I love a good smackdown 🔥🔥
Bipartisan group of legal eagles have requested the DOJ look in the mirror.
Watchdog group seeks probe of Comey, Letitia James cases
Former federal ethics officials are asking the Justice Department's watchdog to look into the prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James, which they called a "turning point in our democracy."
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October 15, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Bipartisan group of legal eagles have requested the DOJ look in the mirror.
Adelita Grijalva & Theft of Democracy:
"In essence, Mike Johnson is refusing to certify a democratically held election because his party’s candidate did not win, and unlike the House speaker the woman who did win is no coward when it comes to taking on Trump."
-Our latest column
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"In essence, Mike Johnson is refusing to certify a democratically held election because his party’s candidate did not win, and unlike the House speaker the woman who did win is no coward when it comes to taking on Trump."
-Our latest column
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October 13, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Adelita Grijalva & Theft of Democracy:
"In essence, Mike Johnson is refusing to certify a democratically held election because his party’s candidate did not win, and unlike the House speaker the woman who did win is no coward when it comes to taking on Trump."
-Our latest column
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"In essence, Mike Johnson is refusing to certify a democratically held election because his party’s candidate did not win, and unlike the House speaker the woman who did win is no coward when it comes to taking on Trump."
-Our latest column
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The path to earning the Nobel Peace Prize 👇.
Nobel Peace Prize goes to Venezuelan dissident Maria Machado: 'Democracy is in retreat'
The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Maria Corina Machado.
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October 10, 2025 at 1:20 PM
The path to earning the Nobel Peace Prize 👇.
This is important.
Trump tariffs are crushing U.S. farmers as China bypasses American soybeans in favor of cheaper prices from countries like Argentina, which cut tariffs in order to help its farmers.
Now Trump is readying a bailout estimated to be in the $10 billion range for farmers slammed by Trump tariffs.
Now Trump is readying a bailout estimated to be in the $10 billion range for farmers slammed by Trump tariffs.
Trump considers massive bailout of at least $10 billion for American farmers hurt by his trade war | CNN Business
American farmers are having a tough year, in no small part because of President Donald Trump’s trade war. Now, the White House is gearing up to extend them a multi-billion-dollar bailout, sources tell...
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October 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
This is important.
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The King's Court seems hard at work dismantling the tenets of justice. During May and June 2025, federal district courts blocked Trump’s actions with temporary restraining orders or preliminary injunctions around 94% of the time. The Supreme Court reversed those orders in close to 94% of its cases.
House of South Carolina Judge Criticized by Trump Administration Set Ablaze
Authorities are investigating a fire at the home of a South Carolina judge who had reportedly received death threats in what could be the latest incident of political violence across the country.
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October 6, 2025 at 12:13 PM
The King's Court seems hard at work dismantling the tenets of justice. During May and June 2025, federal district courts blocked Trump’s actions with temporary restraining orders or preliminary injunctions around 94% of the time. The Supreme Court reversed those orders in close to 94% of its cases.
Blind revenge, serious consequences for more than Blue States. His Royal Nastiness lashes out and everyone suffers. It's just plain wrong. America deserves better.
"The cancellations will also affect major U.S. manufacturers such as Cummins, GE Vernova, John Deere and Caterpillar, as well as grid-related projects for major utilities such as Xcel Energy, National Grid and Commonwealth Edison," Politico reported.
#ElectricBill
#Inflation
#ElectricBill
#Inflation
Damage from Trump's $8B energy hit list would spill into GOP districts
The department targeted 16 blue states when canceling financial awards for 223 energy projects. But both parties will feel the impact.
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October 3, 2025 at 5:17 AM
Blind revenge, serious consequences for more than Blue States. His Royal Nastiness lashes out and everyone suffers. It's just plain wrong. America deserves better.
From one of his own seals the deal ... Mr. Trump lands in the category of "unwell".
Mike Johnson's response to being told Trump is 'unhinged' takes off online
The House speaker was confronted by Rep. Madeleine Dean after the U.S. president’s speech to military leaders.
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October 2, 2025 at 7:35 PM
From one of his own seals the deal ... Mr. Trump lands in the category of "unwell".
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Never doubt the strength behind thoughtful, determined, and yes, kind, leadership @mayorwu.boston.gov delivers time after time.
Boston Mayor’s Blowout Victory Jilts CEOs Seeking New Direction
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is coasting to reelection after her main opponent quit the race, giving her a commanding mandate that’s putting city business leaders on edge.
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October 1, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Never doubt the strength behind thoughtful, determined, and yes, kind, leadership @mayorwu.boston.gov delivers time after time.
Should SCOTUS revisit decisions negated or weakening settled law since 1935, turning our once great nation of laws more akin to wild west lawlessness. There is nothing ahead to tame the effects, when legal precedent is no longer recognized.
Supreme Court showdown: Trump's strategy to test limits of his power could spell doom for administrative state
The Supreme Court will reexamine Humphrey's Executor after Trump fired FTC commissioner Rebecca Slaughter, potentially expanding presidential power over agencies.
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September 30, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Should SCOTUS revisit decisions negated or weakening settled law since 1935, turning our once great nation of laws more akin to wild west lawlessness. There is nothing ahead to tame the effects, when legal precedent is no longer recognized.
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In his own words - if the government shuts down, he is to blame. Please be sure to share this with Republicans.
#TrumpShutdown
#ResistFascism #Pinks
#TrumpShutdown
#ResistFascism #Pinks
September 26, 2025 at 11:54 AM
In his own words - if the government shuts down, he is to blame. Please be sure to share this with Republicans.
#TrumpShutdown
#ResistFascism #Pinks
#TrumpShutdown
#ResistFascism #Pinks