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Mel Buer
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LA-based independent multimedia journalist. Union member.

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Habitat for Humanity ReStore has never steered me wrong
November 11, 2025 at 5:43 AM
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Missing from this statement is it is LAPD who often escalate these events into violence. “Highly trained” officers my ass

More like bullies with riot guns

Fuck it I’m writing about this tomorrow
"These events are often volatile and can escalate rapidly. Individuals frequently carry dangerous weapons and use violent tactics to obstruct law enforcement operations," McDonnell wrote. "Amid these emotionally charged and hazardous conditions, our officers —trained to the highest standards—make every effort to identify duly authorized members of the media and support their constitutional right to report safely and freely."
November 11, 2025 at 4:35 AM
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yeah, the more you listen to him, the more sense he makes
November 11, 2025 at 1:40 AM
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"Oh yeah man, I'll absolutely throw it into the fires of Mt. Doom, gonna get a bunch of guys right on it, no worries"
November 11, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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Any updates on this, I'm curious how last night went
November 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Can you help us finish this fight and cover bills that’ve piled up over more than 3 years on strike? Donations go directly to striking workers’ families to cover essentials like rent, groceries and emergency expenses: www.unionprogress.com/donate/
Red text over a white background reading "Post-Gazette striker win 3-year strike!"
November 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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LOVE
November 10, 2025 at 5:22 PM