MarkJinLA
@markjinla.bsky.social
New England native now living in DTLA, CA. Attorney and former legal administrator. INFJ. Yeah, I’m Antifa. Trump and MAGA are destroying us. Fight Back! 💙🏳️🌈🇺🇸🇺🇦⚖️☮️
This really underscores the collapse of the country’s legacy media. Even PBS is bending over backwards to avoid offending our deranged president. I’m sorry Mr. Kirk was murdered, but I’m not down with his deification or the apotheosis of his widow. Enough already!
December 16, 2025 at 6:01 AM
This really underscores the collapse of the country’s legacy media. Even PBS is bending over backwards to avoid offending our deranged president. I’m sorry Mr. Kirk was murdered, but I’m not down with his deification or the apotheosis of his widow. Enough already!
Please keep in mind that there are lots of very good people in Israel who are bitterly opposed to the criminal behavior of the incumbent regime there. I wouldn’t want to see people take out their disgust for the Trump regime by acting out against all Americans.
December 15, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Please keep in mind that there are lots of very good people in Israel who are bitterly opposed to the criminal behavior of the incumbent regime there. I wouldn’t want to see people take out their disgust for the Trump regime by acting out against all Americans.
Jasmine Crockett is not only tough, courageous and articulate, but she’s principled — and smart!
I’m also a big fan of James Talarico.
Any chance one of these awesome leaders might be persuaded to run for governor instead?!
I’m also a big fan of James Talarico.
Any chance one of these awesome leaders might be persuaded to run for governor instead?!
December 15, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Jasmine Crockett is not only tough, courageous and articulate, but she’s principled — and smart!
I’m also a big fan of James Talarico.
Any chance one of these awesome leaders might be persuaded to run for governor instead?!
I’m also a big fan of James Talarico.
Any chance one of these awesome leaders might be persuaded to run for governor instead?!
George was one of the first to see Trump’s sordid behavior for what it is — a serious mental health issue. Trump’s post this morning underscores this point in clear relief. It’s long past time for responsible officials to deal with the problem, which is only going to get worse.
December 15, 2025 at 5:35 PM
George was one of the first to see Trump’s sordid behavior for what it is — a serious mental health issue. Trump’s post this morning underscores this point in clear relief. It’s long past time for responsible officials to deal with the problem, which is only going to get worse.
Thanks for your post Lectern. The truth is I was unaware of backstory between you and Podium and am glad you made me aware of it. So much to discover in this world and I’m thrilled by how much I still have to learn!
(I’d just as soon not see Schumer behind a lectern or on a podium! 😊)
(I’d just as soon not see Schumer behind a lectern or on a podium! 😊)
A Podium Is the Same Thing as a Lectern
We'd say it from a podium if we had to
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December 15, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Thanks for your post Lectern. The truth is I was unaware of backstory between you and Podium and am glad you made me aware of it. So much to discover in this world and I’m thrilled by how much I still have to learn!
(I’d just as soon not see Schumer behind a lectern or on a podium! 😊)
(I’d just as soon not see Schumer behind a lectern or on a podium! 😊)
You’ve been ahead of the curve on this one from the very start. This is clearly a clinical matter, and needs to be treated as such. TDS is indeed a serious condition, but Trump’s the patient and his condition is deteriorating quickly.
December 15, 2025 at 4:57 PM
You’ve been ahead of the curve on this one from the very start. This is clearly a clinical matter, and needs to be treated as such. TDS is indeed a serious condition, but Trump’s the patient and his condition is deteriorating quickly.
Absolutely correct. And while part of me would like to forget that these agencies even existed, we need to reckon with the damage they did and hold the wrongdoers accountable.
December 14, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Absolutely correct. And while part of me would like to forget that these agencies even existed, we need to reckon with the damage they did and hold the wrongdoers accountable.
Made my day! I was feeling down, and now I’m laughing with tears rolling down my cheeks.
Imagine if we all resolved to use social media for stuff like this — sharing the wonderful little things we have in common.
Imagine if we all resolved to use social media for stuff like this — sharing the wonderful little things we have in common.
December 14, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Made my day! I was feeling down, and now I’m laughing with tears rolling down my cheeks.
Imagine if we all resolved to use social media for stuff like this — sharing the wonderful little things we have in common.
Imagine if we all resolved to use social media for stuff like this — sharing the wonderful little things we have in common.
Tragic, isn’t it? When I think of the towering example CBS News set for the profession over the years I want to retch.
December 14, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Tragic, isn’t it? When I think of the towering example CBS News set for the profession over the years I want to retch.
Nate Silver is yesterday’s news and that’s gotta hurt. I used to subject myself to his God-awful podcast back when he was being touted as the latest whiz kid and I never could see what all the fuss was about. Boring, smug know-it-alls are a real drag.
December 14, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Nate Silver is yesterday’s news and that’s gotta hurt. I used to subject myself to his God-awful podcast back when he was being touted as the latest whiz kid and I never could see what all the fuss was about. Boring, smug know-it-alls are a real drag.
Thoughts and prayers for poor Rockefeller. ☹️
As for the innate skills of the super-rich, fast-talking grifters with no scruples have a definite advantage in the race for riches. When you lack principles and don’t care who you hurt, making a fast buck isn’t hard.
As for the innate skills of the super-rich, fast-talking grifters with no scruples have a definite advantage in the race for riches. When you lack principles and don’t care who you hurt, making a fast buck isn’t hard.
December 13, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Thoughts and prayers for poor Rockefeller. ☹️
As for the innate skills of the super-rich, fast-talking grifters with no scruples have a definite advantage in the race for riches. When you lack principles and don’t care who you hurt, making a fast buck isn’t hard.
As for the innate skills of the super-rich, fast-talking grifters with no scruples have a definite advantage in the race for riches. When you lack principles and don’t care who you hurt, making a fast buck isn’t hard.
Most of us don’t have the time to dig into the background of every post and analyze the possible motivations of each poster. All I know is that social media’s already waist-deep in crap and adding more “fake news” just makes things worse.
December 12, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Most of us don’t have the time to dig into the background of every post and analyze the possible motivations of each poster. All I know is that social media’s already waist-deep in crap and adding more “fake news” just makes things worse.
Exactly right! Every time I see Schumer at a podium it looks like he’s intent on snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. Get this loser off the stage and elect a smart, tough and savvy Democrat to lead the team. Any other Democratic senator (but Fetterman) is preferable!
December 12, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Exactly right! Every time I see Schumer at a podium it looks like he’s intent on snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. Get this loser off the stage and elect a smart, tough and savvy Democrat to lead the team. Any other Democratic senator (but Fetterman) is preferable!
I hate this crap. I don’t care if you’re trying to play head games w/ MAGA or just offer fan fiction fantasy, these posts are misleading “fake news” that undermine our attacks on right-wing BS. You get off on getting lots of hits and likes? Post cat videos. Your lies cause too much harm.
December 12, 2025 at 5:51 AM
I hate this crap. I don’t care if you’re trying to play head games w/ MAGA or just offer fan fiction fantasy, these posts are misleading “fake news” that undermine our attacks on right-wing BS. You get off on getting lots of hits and likes? Post cat videos. Your lies cause too much harm.
I know many believe we shouldn’t alienate his supporters or judge them too harshly. I don’t know that it’s my role to judge, but I sure as hell don’t want anything to do with them.
December 10, 2025 at 6:32 AM
I know many believe we shouldn’t alienate his supporters or judge them too harshly. I don’t know that it’s my role to judge, but I sure as hell don’t want anything to do with them.
This is our president at a time when we face huge problems in housing, education, health care, crime, affordability, farming and our relations with other nations. Yet he spends most of his speech slandering others and lying about his record. Why is ANYONE putting up with this nonsense?!
December 10, 2025 at 6:21 AM
This is our president at a time when we face huge problems in housing, education, health care, crime, affordability, farming and our relations with other nations. Yet he spends most of his speech slandering others and lying about his record. Why is ANYONE putting up with this nonsense?!
This is what happens when people and institutions go along with his nonsense and try to placate him. He’s surrounded by a bunch of ass-kissing sycophants and toadies and the media has by and large normalized his spiraling insanity. No wonder he thinks everything’s fine!
December 10, 2025 at 3:29 AM
This is what happens when people and institutions go along with his nonsense and try to placate him. He’s surrounded by a bunch of ass-kissing sycophants and toadies and the media has by and large normalized his spiraling insanity. No wonder he thinks everything’s fine!
Amen.
Christians, can you now finally see that Trump is a fraud? On what part of the Bible does Trump base his assertion that all Somalis are “garbage” and must be removed from our country? He’s no Christian. He’s a nazi.
Christians, can you now finally see that Trump is a fraud? On what part of the Bible does Trump base his assertion that all Somalis are “garbage” and must be removed from our country? He’s no Christian. He’s a nazi.
December 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Amen.
Christians, can you now finally see that Trump is a fraud? On what part of the Bible does Trump base his assertion that all Somalis are “garbage” and must be removed from our country? He’s no Christian. He’s a nazi.
Christians, can you now finally see that Trump is a fraud? On what part of the Bible does Trump base his assertion that all Somalis are “garbage” and must be removed from our country? He’s no Christian. He’s a nazi.
These are just the deaths that ICE has reported. I’ll bet that quite a few additional detainee deaths have either not been reported or occurred after detainees were unlawfully transported to other countries. This administration is run by a bunch of sadistic monsters. Following orders is no excuse.
December 9, 2025 at 4:20 PM
These are just the deaths that ICE has reported. I’ll bet that quite a few additional detainee deaths have either not been reported or occurred after detainees were unlawfully transported to other countries. This administration is run by a bunch of sadistic monsters. Following orders is no excuse.
Amen. This demonization of immigrants runs counter to traditional American values and ignores the fact that law-abiding immigrants literally founded and built this country. MAGA leverages fear and appeals to the worst in us. Enough!
December 8, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Amen. This demonization of immigrants runs counter to traditional American values and ignores the fact that law-abiding immigrants literally founded and built this country. MAGA leverages fear and appeals to the worst in us. Enough!
Hard to imagine a better menu, and it looks delicious! When would you like me?
December 8, 2025 at 5:52 AM
Hard to imagine a better menu, and it looks delicious! When would you like me?
I could watch this 1000x (and probably have). I love watching the Obamas and Yo Yo Ma rocking out. 😊
When I think of the talent and humanity of the previous honorees I’m overjoyed and proud to be part of the human race. But now that Trump’s in charge . . .
When will this madness end?
When I think of the talent and humanity of the previous honorees I’m overjoyed and proud to be part of the human race. But now that Trump’s in charge . . .
When will this madness end?
December 8, 2025 at 5:47 AM
I could watch this 1000x (and probably have). I love watching the Obamas and Yo Yo Ma rocking out. 😊
When I think of the talent and humanity of the previous honorees I’m overjoyed and proud to be part of the human race. But now that Trump’s in charge . . .
When will this madness end?
When I think of the talent and humanity of the previous honorees I’m overjoyed and proud to be part of the human race. But now that Trump’s in charge . . .
When will this madness end?
This sort of thing is heartbreaking. It’s only by accident of birth that we enter this world within the borders of any particular country, and slandering folks on that basis is about as un-Christian an act as I can imagine. What is wrong with these degenerates?
December 8, 2025 at 12:10 AM
This sort of thing is heartbreaking. It’s only by accident of birth that we enter this world within the borders of any particular country, and slandering folks on that basis is about as un-Christian an act as I can imagine. What is wrong with these degenerates?