@leslieirene.bsky.social
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An anti-democratic (with a small “d”) Supreme Court ruling means that Texans will vote in the 2026 midterms using a map that a trial court found had been aggressively redrawn to target the seats of five Black and Latino members of Congress.
The Supreme Court Messes with Texas’s Voting Map
The ruling leaves Texans voting using a racially discriminatory congressional map in 2026.
www.brennancenter.org
December 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM
An anti-democratic (with a small “d”) Supreme Court ruling means that Texans will vote in the 2026 midterms using a map that a trial court found had been aggressively redrawn to target the seats of five Black and Latino members of Congress.
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Imagine needing a birth certificate to get a state ID so you can work and vote, only to be told there's no record of your birth.
This happened to Robert, and it's far more common than you might think. Read his story to find out how @voteriders.bsky.social helped:
This happened to Robert, and it's far more common than you might think. Read his story to find out how @voteriders.bsky.social helped:
How to Get a Birth Certificate Without a Birth Record: Robert’s Story
When Michigan said he didn’t exist, Robert needed help proving his identity. VoteRiders opened the door he needed to move forward.
www.voteriders.org
December 24, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Imagine needing a birth certificate to get a state ID so you can work and vote, only to be told there's no record of your birth.
This happened to Robert, and it's far more common than you might think. Read his story to find out how @voteriders.bsky.social helped:
This happened to Robert, and it's far more common than you might think. Read his story to find out how @voteriders.bsky.social helped:
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’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the land,
Not a conscience was stirring, no mercy at hand;
The laws lay in tatters, the cold silence grew,
As hope held its breath for what morning might do.
Not a conscience was stirring, no mercy at hand;
The laws lay in tatters, the cold silence grew,
As hope held its breath for what morning might do.
December 24, 2025 at 3:38 PM
’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the land,
Not a conscience was stirring, no mercy at hand;
The laws lay in tatters, the cold silence grew,
As hope held its breath for what morning might do.
Not a conscience was stirring, no mercy at hand;
The laws lay in tatters, the cold silence grew,
As hope held its breath for what morning might do.
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Axios has learned the White House has begun managing the DOJ's account on X to respond to posts highlighting mentions of Trump in the Epstein files.
In typical administrations, there is a wall between the White House and what is supposed to be an independent Justice Department.
In typical administrations, there is a wall between the White House and what is supposed to be an independent Justice Department.
Scoop: Trump administration expects Epstein files release could last another week
The White House has begun managing the DOJ's account on X, an effort to finish out the year and the Epstein file disclosure requirements set by Congress.
www.axios.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Axios has learned the White House has begun managing the DOJ's account on X to respond to posts highlighting mentions of Trump in the Epstein files.
In typical administrations, there is a wall between the White House and what is supposed to be an independent Justice Department.
In typical administrations, there is a wall between the White House and what is supposed to be an independent Justice Department.
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A watercolour painting I did a few years ago. Merry Xmas Bluesky people! #cats #kittens #petportraits #art #watercolour #paintings #MerryXmas
December 24, 2025 at 10:28 AM
A watercolour painting I did a few years ago. Merry Xmas Bluesky people! #cats #kittens #petportraits #art #watercolour #paintings #MerryXmas
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kavanaugh not beating the allegations that he’s a dumbass
Brett Kavanaugh (September 2025): The facts and how they relate to the law don’t matter. Assume ICE and other federal forces always act with integrity, always respect rights, and consistently impose minimal burden.
Brett Kavanaugh (December 2025): Should I not have done that? Was that wrong?
Brett Kavanaugh (December 2025): Should I not have done that? Was that wrong?
Kavanaugh in a footnote in today's opinion says "the officers must not make interior immigration stops or arrests based on race or ethnicity."
December 23, 2025 at 10:23 PM
kavanaugh not beating the allegations that he’s a dumbass
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Abolish ICE and “defund the police” are nowhere near the same thing. Don’t conflate the two.
That said, ICE needs to go‼️
That said, ICE needs to go‼️
December 23, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Abolish ICE and “defund the police” are nowhere near the same thing. Don’t conflate the two.
That said, ICE needs to go‼️
That said, ICE needs to go‼️
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The truth must be told and people must pay.
December 24, 2025 at 3:43 PM
The truth must be told and people must pay.
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Ukrainian drone operators from Ronin unmanned systems battalion of the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade struck two key Russian targets. A P-18 “Terek” radar was destroyed, and a TOR-M2 air defense system was damaged.
December 24, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Ukrainian drone operators from Ronin unmanned systems battalion of the 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade struck two key Russian targets. A P-18 “Terek” radar was destroyed, and a TOR-M2 air defense system was damaged.
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20 State AGs have sued Russell Vought for trying to starve the CFPB of funding.
Since 2011, the CFPB has returned over $20B to consumers.
Without the Bureau, financial predators and scammers will have an easier time picking your pocket.
Since 2011, the CFPB has returned over $20B to consumers.
Without the Bureau, financial predators and scammers will have an easier time picking your pocket.
December 23, 2025 at 5:45 PM
20 State AGs have sued Russell Vought for trying to starve the CFPB of funding.
Since 2011, the CFPB has returned over $20B to consumers.
Without the Bureau, financial predators and scammers will have an easier time picking your pocket.
Since 2011, the CFPB has returned over $20B to consumers.
Without the Bureau, financial predators and scammers will have an easier time picking your pocket.
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Mockler: He said he grabbed women because they let him do it. You heard that clip, right? Abuse of power dynamics. Now that he's in office, he's abusing these same power dynamics to cover up the files, delay the releases, redact.
December 24, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Mockler: He said he grabbed women because they let him do it. You heard that clip, right? Abuse of power dynamics. Now that he's in office, he's abusing these same power dynamics to cover up the files, delay the releases, redact.
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I've now watched the censored 60 Minutes report on CECOT. If you watched it too—and if you have any decency at all—I'm sure you came to the same conclusion I did: winning elections won't be enough; people like Stephen Miller and Kristi Noem will need to be charged and imprisoned.
December 24, 2025 at 5:40 AM
I've now watched the censored 60 Minutes report on CECOT. If you watched it too—and if you have any decency at all—I'm sure you came to the same conclusion I did: winning elections won't be enough; people like Stephen Miller and Kristi Noem will need to be charged and imprisoned.
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I think we need a new talk show.
Get trump voters, cabinet members, ice agents on there, let them share their views for five minutes.
Then the host simply nods and asks, "The fuck is wrong with you?"
Arsenio Hall or Wanda Sykes would be top choices for hosting.
Get trump voters, cabinet members, ice agents on there, let them share their views for five minutes.
Then the host simply nods and asks, "The fuck is wrong with you?"
Arsenio Hall or Wanda Sykes would be top choices for hosting.
December 24, 2025 at 2:34 AM
I think we need a new talk show.
Get trump voters, cabinet members, ice agents on there, let them share their views for five minutes.
Then the host simply nods and asks, "The fuck is wrong with you?"
Arsenio Hall or Wanda Sykes would be top choices for hosting.
Get trump voters, cabinet members, ice agents on there, let them share their views for five minutes.
Then the host simply nods and asks, "The fuck is wrong with you?"
Arsenio Hall or Wanda Sykes would be top choices for hosting.
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Gotta say, as a survivor, I’m not super loving this thing where the Department of Justice is running a cover-up of evidence the President sexually abused minors.
December 23, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Gotta say, as a survivor, I’m not super loving this thing where the Department of Justice is running a cover-up of evidence the President sexually abused minors.
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Reposting this everyday until Pete Hagueseth faces justice for his crimes against humanity.
Thou Shalt Not Murder Fishermen While Pardoning Drug Lords
This is evil.
www.thegodpodcast.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Reposting this everyday until Pete Hagueseth faces justice for his crimes against humanity.
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🔥 AL GORE: “We already have way too many subservient cowards in Congress, the last thing we need is to send another one (Van Epps 🤖) — you can make tomorrow the turning point for our country by getting out and voting for Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social .” #TN7
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December 2, 2025 at 3:26 AM
🔥 AL GORE: “We already have way too many subservient cowards in Congress, the last thing we need is to send another one (Van Epps 🤖) — you can make tomorrow the turning point for our country by getting out and voting for Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social .” #TN7
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Will they restore etwinning to schools (it was part of the Erasmus programme). NI still has it. Scotland was refused it by Westminster even though they pleaded.
December 2, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Will they restore etwinning to schools (it was part of the Erasmus programme). NI still has it. Scotland was refused it by Westminster even though they pleaded.
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UK aims to secure agreement to rejoin Erasmus student exchange scheme 👏
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
UK aims to secure agreement to rejoin Erasmus student exchange scheme
Britain quit EU programme after Brexit, when Boris Johnson claimed it did not offer good value for money
www.theguardian.com
December 2, 2025 at 8:46 PM
UK aims to secure agreement to rejoin Erasmus student exchange scheme 👏
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
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I was a skeptic about the import of the Epstein files.
But 3 invasions of cities, one military buildup outside Venezuela, a government shutdown, and so many other things meant to distract have me convinced whatever’s in there is the biggest presidential scandal in U.S. history.
But 3 invasions of cities, one military buildup outside Venezuela, a government shutdown, and so many other things meant to distract have me convinced whatever’s in there is the biggest presidential scandal in U.S. history.
October 6, 2025 at 2:00 AM
I was a skeptic about the import of the Epstein files.
But 3 invasions of cities, one military buildup outside Venezuela, a government shutdown, and so many other things meant to distract have me convinced whatever’s in there is the biggest presidential scandal in U.S. history.
But 3 invasions of cities, one military buildup outside Venezuela, a government shutdown, and so many other things meant to distract have me convinced whatever’s in there is the biggest presidential scandal in U.S. history.
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It’s of note that during tonight’s hearing the DoJ didn’t even try to make the case that changing conditions on the ground in Portland warranted the CA National Guard. Instead they relied on legal technicalities. Proving again that what they say in court is different than lies they tell the public.
October 6, 2025 at 6:06 AM
It’s of note that during tonight’s hearing the DoJ didn’t even try to make the case that changing conditions on the ground in Portland warranted the CA National Guard. Instead they relied on legal technicalities. Proving again that what they say in court is different than lies they tell the public.
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Please enjoy 10 seconds of a fat groundhog enjoying an apple at my sister's house 😊
October 6, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Please enjoy 10 seconds of a fat groundhog enjoying an apple at my sister's house 😊
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Serious question: What's stopping the State of Illinois from arresting Stephen Miller & charging him with incitement?
The Senate didn't confirm him. He's just a guy.
At some point, the states MUST use their authority to prosecute, because the federal government certainly will not.
The Senate didn't confirm him. He's just a guy.
At some point, the states MUST use their authority to prosecute, because the federal government certainly will not.
October 6, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Serious question: What's stopping the State of Illinois from arresting Stephen Miller & charging him with incitement?
The Senate didn't confirm him. He's just a guy.
At some point, the states MUST use their authority to prosecute, because the federal government certainly will not.
The Senate didn't confirm him. He's just a guy.
At some point, the states MUST use their authority to prosecute, because the federal government certainly will not.
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Operators of the 412th Unmanned Systems Brigade NEMESIS, in cooperation with the State Border Guard Service, struck and destroyed a rare Russian R-330Zh “Zhitel” electronic warfare station.
October 6, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Operators of the 412th Unmanned Systems Brigade NEMESIS, in cooperation with the State Border Guard Service, struck and destroyed a rare Russian R-330Zh “Zhitel” electronic warfare station.