Phil Arballo
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Phil Arballo
@philarballo.bsky.social
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“Having hope means that one will not give in to overwhelming anxiety, a defeatist attitude or depression in the face of difficult challenges or setbacks.”
- Study of Emotional Intelligence
- Study of Emotional Intelligence
The next Dem candidates for President need to have a plan to repurpose that “ballroom” into something like The Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion,or the Institute of Universal Basic Income to dish out money to hard working Americans that had their tax dollars wasted on this b.s. project.
Column: Yes, the pictures of the destruction of the East Wing were shocking, but not so shocking as all the things we don’t know about this project, which is being paid for by some of the wealthiest people and corporations on the planet.
Column | Demolition is part of Trump’s master builder image
By Thursday, the White House’s East Wing was gone. The speed of destruction, and the projection of power, are part of the strongman playbook.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:54 AM
The next Dem candidates for President need to have a plan to repurpose that “ballroom” into something like The Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion,or the Institute of Universal Basic Income to dish out money to hard working Americans that had their tax dollars wasted on this b.s. project.
From the constitution to the foundations of democracy to the White House he literally destroys everything he can get his tiny hands on
This is a picture of the White House.
They are demolishing the East Wing to build a tacky ballroom.
This should be illegal.
They are demolishing the East Wing to build a tacky ballroom.
This should be illegal.
October 20, 2025 at 7:28 PM
From the constitution to the foundations of democracy to the White House he literally destroys everything he can get his tiny hands on
I’ve been saying this for at least the last 3 months.
If these are not on anywhere near their campaign promises or talking points the Dems aren’t even trying to fight to save the country at that point
If these are not on anywhere near their campaign promises or talking points the Dems aren’t even trying to fight to save the country at that point
At this point abolishing ICE and reforming the Supreme Court have to be non-negotiables for every 2028 Dem.
September 8, 2025 at 11:04 PM
I’ve been saying this for at least the last 3 months.
If these are not on anywhere near their campaign promises or talking points the Dems aren’t even trying to fight to save the country at that point
If these are not on anywhere near their campaign promises or talking points the Dems aren’t even trying to fight to save the country at that point
The only thing more important to Democrats than NOT fighting far right anti-American extremist & tyrannical forces: fighting and defeating socialist and progressives within their own party
The Democratic establishment is weaker than ever.
Can it still stop Mamdani?
This isn’t the first time the Democratic establishment has tried to torpedo a democratic socialist upstart.
Can it still stop Mamdani?
This isn’t the first time the Democratic establishment has tried to torpedo a democratic socialist upstart.
The Political Upset That Should Haunt Zohran Mamdani
This isn’t the first time the Democratic establishment has tried to torpedo a democratic socialist upstart.
www.politico.com
September 6, 2025 at 7:24 PM
The only thing more important to Democrats than NOT fighting far right anti-American extremist & tyrannical forces: fighting and defeating socialist and progressives within their own party
As if the rule of law is going to stop King Donald Ignoramus the First from his appetite of hatred, racism and destruction
A judge ruled that Trump can't act as national police chief, declaring that the president broke the law when he deployed troops to Los Angeles.
Judge rules Trump can't act as national police chief
The president broke the law when he deployed troops to Los Angeles, Judge Charles Breyer ruled.
www.politico.com
September 2, 2025 at 10:41 PM
As if the rule of law is going to stop King Donald Ignoramus the First from his appetite of hatred, racism and destruction
As the Talking Heads would say, we’re “Fighting’ fire 🔥 with fire 🔥 “
AND puts the power in the hands of the people of California.
Vote YES this November!
Vote YES this November!
September 1, 2025 at 1:23 AM
As the Talking Heads would say, we’re “Fighting’ fire 🔥 with fire 🔥 “
Another win for the working class 💪🏽
California lawmakers reach an agreement with Uber and Lyft that will open the door for app-based drivers to form unions.
This is a victory for organized labor that could lay the groundwork for similar efforts in other states.
This is a victory for organized labor that could lay the groundwork for similar efforts in other states.
California reaches deal with Uber, Lyft to allow gig worker unions
The deal brings Uber and Lyft on board with a pathway to unionization for ride-hailing workers after the companies spent years fighting against the idea.
www.politico.com
August 30, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Another win for the working class 💪🏽
It seems that for the Anti-American extremist cult and their supreme leader the desecration of a flag is more important than the desecration of the Constitution and Democracy.
President Trump wants to prosecute anyone who desecrates the U.S. flag — but the Supreme Court ruled in 1989 that burning the flag is protected under the First Amendment.
Trump’s flag-burning order tests a Supreme Court ruling. Here’s how.
In the 1989 case Texas v. Johnson, flag burning as political protest was ruled to be protected First Amendment speech. Trump’s order could revisit that decision.
wapo.st
August 26, 2025 at 3:25 PM
It seems that for the Anti-American extremist cult and their supreme leader the desecration of a flag is more important than the desecration of the Constitution and Democracy.
Only 6 more shows to go! Are you coming to any of the remaining #dmb2025 tour dates?
August 19, 2025 at 9:44 PM
That damn democratic process can be such an inconvenience sometimes.
“This is very much connected to the rise of authoritarianism that we’ve seen across the country,” said the executive director of the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center. “They can’t win fairly, so they’re trying to rewrite the rules to get their way.”
(Published May)
(Published May)
Red State Voters Approved Progressive Measures. GOP Lawmakers Are Trying to Undermine Them.
In the wake of ballot measures that increased abortion access and improved sick leave for workers, a coordinated effort is unfolding across the country to restrict direct democracy — and shift power…
www.propublica.org
August 19, 2025 at 2:16 AM
That damn democratic process can be such an inconvenience sometimes.
Like in L.A. this is irrational and disturbing move by an emotionally stunted and mentally disturbed individual who doesn’t operate in reality.
Breaking news: Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) called President Trump’s federal takeover of the D.C. police department “unsettling and unprecedented,” her first public statement since Trump announced the move.
Live updates: Bowser calls Trump’s takeover of D.C. police department ‘unsettling and unprecedented’
Get the latest news on President Donald Trump’s second term and the Republican-led Congress.
www.washingtonpost.com
August 11, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Like in L.A. this is irrational and disturbing move by an emotionally stunted and mentally disturbed individual who doesn’t operate in reality.
You’d be better off white and attacking the U.S. Capitol these days
The Trump administration said it would deploy the National Guard in Los Angeles as immigration agents clashed with protesters for a second consecutive day. Follow live updates. https://trib.al/hNUn74W
Trump to Send National Guard to LA to Quell Immigration Protests: Live Updates
Federal immigration officials squared off with protesters in Los Angeles County on Saturday using tear gas and flash-bang grenades. The unrest comes just a day after raids were conducted through the city of Los Angeles.
trib.al
June 8, 2025 at 3:38 AM
You’d be better off white and attacking the U.S. Capitol these days
…oh, and eliminate DOGE as well.
ICE is basically a domestic terroist organization at this point. Trump is their Osama Bin Laden.
The next Democratic President that takes office should either disbanded, purge all personnel or rebrand ICE altogether.
Any Dem. candidate for President should have no problem in making this promise
The next Democratic President that takes office should either disbanded, purge all personnel or rebrand ICE altogether.
Any Dem. candidate for President should have no problem in making this promise
David Huerta, president of SEIU California, detained during L.A. ICE raids
June 7, 2025 at 3:11 PM
…oh, and eliminate DOGE as well.
ICE is basically a domestic terroist organization at this point. Trump is their Osama Bin Laden.
The next Democratic President that takes office should either disbanded, purge all personnel or rebrand ICE altogether.
Any Dem. candidate for President should have no problem in making this promise
The next Democratic President that takes office should either disbanded, purge all personnel or rebrand ICE altogether.
Any Dem. candidate for President should have no problem in making this promise
David Huerta, president of SEIU California, detained during L.A. ICE raids
David Huerta, president of SEIU California, detained during L.A. ICE raids
David Huerta was detained while documenting an immigration enforcement raid in downtown Los Angeles. Federal authorities said he was arrested on suspicion of interfering with federal officers.
www.latimes.com
June 7, 2025 at 4:59 AM
ICE is basically a domestic terroist organization at this point. Trump is their Osama Bin Laden.
The next Democratic President that takes office should either disbanded, purge all personnel or rebrand ICE altogether.
Any Dem. candidate for President should have no problem in making this promise
The next Democratic President that takes office should either disbanded, purge all personnel or rebrand ICE altogether.
Any Dem. candidate for President should have no problem in making this promise
No matter how hard this homophonic, anti-American, religious extremist and white supremacist regime tries to erase pages in American history there’s is no doubt that this was one of the greatest Americans and Veterans who gave his life for his cause and country. We will never forget #Milk
June 4, 2025 at 9:16 PM
No matter how hard this homophonic, anti-American, religious extremist and white supremacist regime tries to erase pages in American history there’s is no doubt that this was one of the greatest Americans and Veterans who gave his life for his cause and country. We will never forget #Milk
Memorial Day remembers & honors those who gave their life protecting freedom & democracy by fighting off fascism, white supremacy & religious terrorism.
Continue to honor their legacy by resisting these same forces being embraced and ushered in by today’s Republican Party.
Not Here. Not Ever.
Continue to honor their legacy by resisting these same forces being embraced and ushered in by today’s Republican Party.
Not Here. Not Ever.
May 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Memorial Day remembers & honors those who gave their life protecting freedom & democracy by fighting off fascism, white supremacy & religious terrorism.
Continue to honor their legacy by resisting these same forces being embraced and ushered in by today’s Republican Party.
Not Here. Not Ever.
Continue to honor their legacy by resisting these same forces being embraced and ushered in by today’s Republican Party.
Not Here. Not Ever.
This is a cold Civil War between POTUS along with his Regime (the GOP) and The American People.
Cuts like these across all federal departments will result in lives lost.
Cuts like these across all federal departments will result in lives lost.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to reduce its work force by more than 80,000 people, according to a memo seen by The New York Times outlining part of President Trump’s escalating efforts to slash the federal bureaucracy. nyti.ms/3F1AszF
March 6, 2025 at 5:36 PM
This is a cold Civil War between POTUS along with his Regime (the GOP) and The American People.
Cuts like these across all federal departments will result in lives lost.
Cuts like these across all federal departments will result in lives lost.
They’ll probably just replace it with a musical about Rasputin
#Hamilton, the musical sensation about the titular Founding Father and the birth of the United States, will no longer play at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. amid President Trump’s new role as the chairman.
Read more: www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Read more: www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
March 6, 2025 at 1:31 AM
They’ll probably just replace it with a musical about Rasputin
Democrats should’ve made Trump throw them all out. Instead it seems left their fellow teammate out to dry
“You have no mandate to cut Medicaid!” Representative Al Green was escorted out of Congress during President Trump's speech to the joint session on Tuesday. Green, a Texas Democrat, introduced the first articles of impeachment against Trump in 2017. nyti.ms/4h7iiKi
March 5, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Democrats should’ve made Trump throw them all out. Instead it seems left their fellow teammate out to dry
He’s literally not taken a big crap on anything he’s ever been associated with. Unfortunately, like so many of his failed ventures before, it’ll be us low wage workers that’ll be left having to clean up his shit.
Trump's stock market skid marks are disgusting. It's not going well.
March 4, 2025 at 8:49 PM
He’s literally not taken a big crap on anything he’s ever been associated with. Unfortunately, like so many of his failed ventures before, it’ll be us low wage workers that’ll be left having to clean up his shit.
Unless she’s going to apologize on behalf of the entire Democratic Party for running Biden out of the presidency and how she and her fellow Democrats are working day am night to get us out of this mess, then I don’t want hear from her either.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said Tuesday that she will not attend President Donald Trump’s address before a joint session of Congress, joining several Democrats who are opting to boycott the speech.
Instead, she'll be live posting and chatting here on Bluesky as well as going on IG live.
Instead, she'll be live posting and chatting here on Bluesky as well as going on IG live.
Live updates: Trump to deliver address to joint session of Congress amid blowback on tariffs
The latest news on President Donald Trump’s return to the White House and the new Congress.
www.washingtonpost.com
March 4, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Unless she’s going to apologize on behalf of the entire Democratic Party for running Biden out of the presidency and how she and her fellow Democrats are working day am night to get us out of this mess, then I don’t want hear from her either.
Geez I wonder who the President was during that 2020 pandemic-era shutdown?🤔
The Trump administration is suggesting a change in the way economic growth is measured, just as the economy appears poised to notch its worst performance since the pandemic-era shutdowns.
Trump official floats new approach on GDP, as economy poised to slow sharply
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick wants to separate government spending from GDP, which economists worry could lead to cherry-picking data for political gain.
wapo.st
March 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Geez I wonder who the President was during that 2020 pandemic-era shutdown?🤔
This Trump Regime - which includes the modern day GOP - are a cast of international and domestic terrorists who have also declared war on their fellow Americans and the constitution.
Warren Buffett, the famed investor who runs the sprawling conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway, described tariffs as “an act of war” in an interview with CBS.
Warren Buffett Rebukes Trump’s Tariffs Plan in CBS Interview: ‘Act of War’
The rebuke of President Trump’s tariff plans came just days before sweeping tariffs on Canada and Mexico were expected to go into effect.
www.nytimes.com
March 4, 2025 at 4:18 AM
This Trump Regime - which includes the modern day GOP - are a cast of international and domestic terrorists who have also declared war on their fellow Americans and the constitution.
Happy President’s Day to all who celebrate!!!
Seems fitting this year: “To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men” - Abraham Lincoln
Seems fitting this year: “To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men” - Abraham Lincoln
February 17, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Happy President’s Day to all who celebrate!!!
Seems fitting this year: “To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men” - Abraham Lincoln
Seems fitting this year: “To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men” - Abraham Lincoln
Yea, that’s all he’s doing “reshaping” the U.S. government 🙄
@nytimes.com and other media outlets - because of their unwillingness to call out this administration’s threat to democracy- will go down in history as a partner in ushering in a facist regime and the fall of the Republic as we know it
@nytimes.com and other media outlets - because of their unwillingness to call out this administration’s threat to democracy- will go down in history as a partner in ushering in a facist regime and the fall of the Republic as we know it
President Trump in just two weeks back in office has left virtually no corner of the nation’s capital untouched in a wide-ranging effort to tear down the federal government and refashion it to his liking.
How Trump Is Reshaping U.S. Government, Just 2 Weeks Into His Presidency
The new president has left virtually no corner of the nation’s capital untouched in a wide-ranging effort to tear down the federal government and refashion it to his liking.
www.nytimes.com
February 4, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Yea, that’s all he’s doing “reshaping” the U.S. government 🙄
@nytimes.com and other media outlets - because of their unwillingness to call out this administration’s threat to democracy- will go down in history as a partner in ushering in a facist regime and the fall of the Republic as we know it
@nytimes.com and other media outlets - because of their unwillingness to call out this administration’s threat to democracy- will go down in history as a partner in ushering in a facist regime and the fall of the Republic as we know it