Elizabeth U
@liz-uss.bsky.social
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Bellows: The DOJ asked for the sensitive personal voter information — not just of me and Maine voters, but of every Secretary of State…
Do we really want the Justice Department checking to see if you’re a Democrat or a Republican before they make a decision about who to investigate?
Do we really want the Justice Department checking to see if you’re a Democrat or a Republican before they make a decision about who to investigate?
August 25, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Bellows: The DOJ asked for the sensitive personal voter information — not just of me and Maine voters, but of every Secretary of State…
Do we really want the Justice Department checking to see if you’re a Democrat or a Republican before they make a decision about who to investigate?
Do we really want the Justice Department checking to see if you’re a Democrat or a Republican before they make a decision about who to investigate?
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As Speaker Johnson takes aim at Newsom’s effort to counter the Trump effort to steal the 2026 election, let me introduce the Speaker to somebody.
This gentleman came to power from what is arguably the least accountable statehouse in the nation…
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As Speaker Johnson takes aim at Newsom’s effort to counter the Trump effort to steal the 2026 election, let me introduce the Speaker to somebody.
This gentleman came to power from what is arguably the least accountable statehouse in the nation…
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August 19, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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As Speaker Johnson takes aim at Newsom’s effort to counter the Trump effort to steal the 2026 election, let me introduce the Speaker to somebody.
This gentleman came to power from what is arguably the least accountable statehouse in the nation…
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As Speaker Johnson takes aim at Newsom’s effort to counter the Trump effort to steal the 2026 election, let me introduce the Speaker to somebody.
This gentleman came to power from what is arguably the least accountable statehouse in the nation…
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Because nothing says “you should feel free to come visit Washington” like standing in front of dozens of armed soldiers next to a guy who thinks women shouldn’t be able to vote 🙃
August 20, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Because nothing says “you should feel free to come visit Washington” like standing in front of dozens of armed soldiers next to a guy who thinks women shouldn’t be able to vote 🙃
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75% of the National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles said they will not re-enlist due to the deployment
davisvanguard.org/2025/07/trum...
davisvanguard.org/2025/07/trum...
Opinion: The Soldiers Are Asking Why — And So Should We - Davis Vanguard
President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops and Marines in Los Angeles has resulted in low morale among the ranks and the misuse of federal power, as the troops are not being deployed to pro...
davisvanguard.org
August 15, 2025 at 12:50 PM
75% of the National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles said they will not re-enlist due to the deployment
davisvanguard.org/2025/07/trum...
davisvanguard.org/2025/07/trum...
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Q: Is America in a better position with our trading partners than it was on so-called Liberation Day back in April?
Econ expert: Undoubtedly no. Uncertainty about tariffs has led businesses to pull back on investments and consumers to pull back on spending. There isn't a really a coherent plan here
Econ expert: Undoubtedly no. Uncertainty about tariffs has led businesses to pull back on investments and consumers to pull back on spending. There isn't a really a coherent plan here
July 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Q: Is America in a better position with our trading partners than it was on so-called Liberation Day back in April?
Econ expert: Undoubtedly no. Uncertainty about tariffs has led businesses to pull back on investments and consumers to pull back on spending. There isn't a really a coherent plan here
Econ expert: Undoubtedly no. Uncertainty about tariffs has led businesses to pull back on investments and consumers to pull back on spending. There isn't a really a coherent plan here
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Holy shit we’re legitimately at “some cancer screenings are too woke.”
July 26, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Holy shit we’re legitimately at “some cancer screenings are too woke.”
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THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The UN's top court in a landmark climate decision says a 'clean, healthy and sustainable environment' is a human right.
July 23, 2025 at 2:31 PM
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The UN's top court in a landmark climate decision says a 'clean, healthy and sustainable environment' is a human right.
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an example of all the things included and not included in the BBB/Trump cuts rippling through the country
July 21, 2025 at 4:57 PM
an example of all the things included and not included in the BBB/Trump cuts rippling through the country
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"If this can happen to Colbert and a storied franchise, this can happen to anyone": www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
Colbert's cancellation is a dark warning
CBS's decision marks a dangerous new stage for the culture at large.
www.motherjones.com
July 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
"If this can happen to Colbert and a storied franchise, this can happen to anyone": www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
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The utter stupidity of our time.
The deliberate stupidity of retribution and greed.
It will be legendary.
For someone.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/c...
The deliberate stupidity of retribution and greed.
It will be legendary.
For someone.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/c...
E.P.A. Says It Will Eliminate Its Scientific Research Arm
www.nytimes.com
July 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The utter stupidity of our time.
The deliberate stupidity of retribution and greed.
It will be legendary.
For someone.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/c...
The deliberate stupidity of retribution and greed.
It will be legendary.
For someone.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/c...
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The first time Charlie Chaplin used his voice in a film, he wielded it to forcefully condemn the rising forces of fascism around the globe.
Will we listen to his words today?
Will we listen to his words today?
July 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The first time Charlie Chaplin used his voice in a film, he wielded it to forcefully condemn the rising forces of fascism around the globe.
Will we listen to his words today?
Will we listen to his words today?
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Gallup has new polling on immigration. Topline findings:
-Americans hate Trump's immigration policy (35% approve, 62% disapprove)
-Share who say immigration is a "good thing" for the country just hit an all-time high (79%)
news.gallup.com/poll/692522/...
-Americans hate Trump's immigration policy (35% approve, 62% disapprove)
-Share who say immigration is a "good thing" for the country just hit an all-time high (79%)
news.gallup.com/poll/692522/...
July 11, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Gallup has new polling on immigration. Topline findings:
-Americans hate Trump's immigration policy (35% approve, 62% disapprove)
-Share who say immigration is a "good thing" for the country just hit an all-time high (79%)
news.gallup.com/poll/692522/...
-Americans hate Trump's immigration policy (35% approve, 62% disapprove)
-Share who say immigration is a "good thing" for the country just hit an all-time high (79%)
news.gallup.com/poll/692522/...
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NASA is more than rockets and moonwalks. NASA is behind much of our everyday technology. From space discovery, to Air Jordans, to CAT scans, NASA has played a role. We get it all on less than a penny of every federal dollar. Now their science may be gutted by 50%.
#NASADidThat
#NASADidThat
July 10, 2025 at 10:39 PM
NASA is more than rockets and moonwalks. NASA is behind much of our everyday technology. From space discovery, to Air Jordans, to CAT scans, NASA has played a role. We get it all on less than a penny of every federal dollar. Now their science may be gutted by 50%.
#NASADidThat
#NASADidThat
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You need to check out this whole thread on what happened yesterday with ICE at this farm.
It’s outrageous and inspiring at the same time. Protestors waiting out the expiration time for the warrant so people would make it home.
It’s outrageous and inspiring at the same time. Protestors waiting out the expiration time for the warrant so people would make it home.
July 11, 2025 at 10:37 AM
You need to check out this whole thread on what happened yesterday with ICE at this farm.
It’s outrageous and inspiring at the same time. Protestors waiting out the expiration time for the warrant so people would make it home.
It’s outrageous and inspiring at the same time. Protestors waiting out the expiration time for the warrant so people would make it home.
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“Nostalgia is a dangerous thing politically…I think it’s very easy, with a bit of time, to look back with sepia tones, and to forget what was actually going on."
Documentary Spotlight: Housewife of the Year
Contestants recall their experiences in an Irish TV pageant that celebrated traditional motherhood but barely captured the darker reality many women faced at home
contrarian.substack.com
July 9, 2025 at 7:02 PM
“Nostalgia is a dangerous thing politically…I think it’s very easy, with a bit of time, to look back with sepia tones, and to forget what was actually going on."
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The Supreme Court’s “shadow docket” has cast very different shadows depending on which party holds the White House.
When lower courts blocked Trump admin policies, SCOTUS intervened on an emergency basis to lift those orders in 77% of cases.
For the Biden administration, that number was 0%.
When lower courts blocked Trump admin policies, SCOTUS intervened on an emergency basis to lift those orders in 77% of cases.
For the Biden administration, that number was 0%.
July 9, 2025 at 6:13 PM
The Supreme Court’s “shadow docket” has cast very different shadows depending on which party holds the White House.
When lower courts blocked Trump admin policies, SCOTUS intervened on an emergency basis to lift those orders in 77% of cases.
For the Biden administration, that number was 0%.
When lower courts blocked Trump admin policies, SCOTUS intervened on an emergency basis to lift those orders in 77% of cases.
For the Biden administration, that number was 0%.
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With cuts like these -- 5,000 planned cut staff through 2026, 1414 cut staff at Goddard Space Flight Center alone, where much of NASA Astrophysics is housed -- the United States effectively abandons its decades-old global leadership position in astrophysics.
ALL CAPS
THIS IS CATASTROPHIC FOR SPACE SCIENCE AND ASTROPHYSICS ...
GLOBALLY CATASTROPHIC, NOT JUST FOR AMERICANS 🔭🧪
www.politico.com/news/2025/07...
THIS IS CATASTROPHIC FOR SPACE SCIENCE AND ASTROPHYSICS ...
GLOBALLY CATASTROPHIC, NOT JUST FOR AMERICANS 🔭🧪
www.politico.com/news/2025/07...
Over 2,000 senior staff set to leave NASA under agency push
The losses could endanger the administration’s plans for landing astronauts on the moon and Mars.
www.politico.com
July 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
With cuts like these -- 5,000 planned cut staff through 2026, 1414 cut staff at Goddard Space Flight Center alone, where much of NASA Astrophysics is housed -- the United States effectively abandons its decades-old global leadership position in astrophysics.
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Last week’s sudden pause on a weapons shipment to Ukraine was the handiwork of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth—who didn’t bother to inform Trump before enacting it.
The president is not in control of his own government.
https://trib.al/I0WOFDL
The president is not in control of his own government.
https://trib.al/I0WOFDL
Turns Out, Pete Hegseth Forgot a Crucial Step in Pausing Ukraine Aid
Guess who forgot to tell his boss what he was doing?
trib.al
July 9, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Last week’s sudden pause on a weapons shipment to Ukraine was the handiwork of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth—who didn’t bother to inform Trump before enacting it.
The president is not in control of his own government.
https://trib.al/I0WOFDL
The president is not in control of his own government.
https://trib.al/I0WOFDL
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Remember, if something awful happens in a red state it’s disgusting to question political leaders and their responsibility. But if something awful happens in a blue state well, it’s only natural to blame it all on the libs or the one (1) trans person who was employed by the city for a few years.
Rep. Roger Williams on people questioning the response to the Texas floods: "Why don't they write a nice letter to somebody? Why don't they down there and say 'we're gonna pray for these people'? Let's hold hands and do that."
July 9, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Remember, if something awful happens in a red state it’s disgusting to question political leaders and their responsibility. But if something awful happens in a blue state well, it’s only natural to blame it all on the libs or the one (1) trans person who was employed by the city for a few years.
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An astonishing figure in this piece:
Last year, the U.S. budgeted $12.8B for new affordable housing.
This country is now poised to spend $45B on immigrant detention centers.
That's nearly *four times* as much on cages as on homes—in the middle of a devastating housing and homelessness crisis.
Last year, the U.S. budgeted $12.8B for new affordable housing.
This country is now poised to spend $45B on immigrant detention centers.
That's nearly *four times* as much on cages as on homes—in the middle of a devastating housing and homelessness crisis.
Are We About to Have Labor Camps in the United States of America?
If you think that’s far-fetched, then you really haven’t been paying attention to what the Trump administration and Republicans in Congress have been up to lately.
newrepublic.com
July 7, 2025 at 1:31 PM
An astonishing figure in this piece:
Last year, the U.S. budgeted $12.8B for new affordable housing.
This country is now poised to spend $45B on immigrant detention centers.
That's nearly *four times* as much on cages as on homes—in the middle of a devastating housing and homelessness crisis.
Last year, the U.S. budgeted $12.8B for new affordable housing.
This country is now poised to spend $45B on immigrant detention centers.
That's nearly *four times* as much on cages as on homes—in the middle of a devastating housing and homelessness crisis.
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"Right now, 90% of people in immigration detention are in a facility operated by a private detention corporation. GEO Group and CoreCivic are the two main corporations, and we’ve heard from their earnings calls that they’re very excited about getting more money & expand detention."
How the GOP Megabill Would Turbocharge Local Immigration Enforcement - Bolts
Congress is poised to pour tens of billions of dollars into more immigration detention, private jails, and border operations, plus new ICE partnerships with local police and sheriffs.
boltsmag.org
July 4, 2025 at 7:37 PM
"Right now, 90% of people in immigration detention are in a facility operated by a private detention corporation. GEO Group and CoreCivic are the two main corporations, and we’ve heard from their earnings calls that they’re very excited about getting more money & expand detention."
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