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This week either ends with a shutdown or a bipartisan act of congress. This is my attempt to summarize what the GOP is doing, what leverage the Dems have, and all the ways this could play out. As always, we end the newsletter with lots of practical action items!
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How this shutdown showdown will play out
Indivisible's weekly newsletter with analysis and action
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March 11, 2025 at 1:10 AM
This week either ends with a shutdown or a bipartisan act of congress. This is my attempt to summarize what the GOP is doing, what leverage the Dems have, and all the ways this could play out. As always, we end the newsletter with lots of practical action items!
open.substack.com/pub/ezralevi...
open.substack.com/pub/ezralevi...
Wait until he hears about a whole orchestra full of Trans people from Siberia🤣
March 10, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Wait until he hears about a whole orchestra full of Trans people from Siberia🤣
What is the first thing you do after a long power outage? Charge everything. What do you do when someone turns out a light unexpectedly after having had a long power outage? Laugh at your spouse when they flinch and ask "did the power go out again" while looking at a little lamp.
February 26, 2025 at 7:22 AM
What is the first thing you do after a long power outage? Charge everything. What do you do when someone turns out a light unexpectedly after having had a long power outage? Laugh at your spouse when they flinch and ask "did the power go out again" while looking at a little lamp.
I can't speak for my friends and family but I am happy to share my own knowledge and experiences.
February 25, 2025 at 5:38 AM
I can't speak for my friends and family but I am happy to share my own knowledge and experiences.
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no the three staffers left at yosemite aren't yosemite sam, foghorn leghorn, and tasmanian devil. that isn't true
February 24, 2025 at 2:51 AM
no the three staffers left at yosemite aren't yosemite sam, foghorn leghorn, and tasmanian devil. that isn't true
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The thing is, when we had high marginal tax rates on the rich, the rich still had yachts and second and third houses and fancy vacations and really good schools for their kids, so, yes, I think most people who are really very rich would do just fine, and the rest of the US would do better than now.
You are a beneficiary of Republican tax cuts then?
How would you feel about bringing the 94% tax rates on the rich, back again?
I understand in today's dollars, the 94% will kick in above $3 million a year. Could you maintain your lifestyle on $3 million a year? Could Musk?
How would you feel about bringing the 94% tax rates on the rich, back again?
I understand in today's dollars, the 94% will kick in above $3 million a year. Could you maintain your lifestyle on $3 million a year? Could Musk?
February 24, 2025 at 12:56 AM
The thing is, when we had high marginal tax rates on the rich, the rich still had yachts and second and third houses and fancy vacations and really good schools for their kids, so, yes, I think most people who are really very rich would do just fine, and the rest of the US would do better than now.
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Eventually. There are many Jews, Iranians, and others who have died or are still living under racist regimes that will tell you that eventually isn't fast enough.
February 24, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Eventually. There are many Jews, Iranians, and others who have died or are still living under racist regimes that will tell you that eventually isn't fast enough.
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In light of everything happening, I wrote about how the KKK in the 1920s felt unstoppable, about the people that fought against them anyway, and about how fascism always fails. dansinker.com/posts/202…
February 24, 2025 at 1:07 AM
In light of everything happening, I wrote about how the KKK in the 1920s felt unstoppable, about the people that fought against them anyway, and about how fascism always fails. dansinker.com/posts/202…
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Courage is contagious. Read and share this letter.
NEWS: Hagan Scotten, one of the SDNY attorneys prosecuting Eric Adams' case, has resigned ... and is blasting the Trump Justice Department on the way out.
February 15, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Courage is contagious. Read and share this letter.
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It has been genuinely inspiring to see so much organic grassroots energy this week. If you attended a 50501 protest yesterday and are looking for a next national day of action, there are worker-led events in cities across the country tomorrow. Check the link to find one near you.
🚨🏛️𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖🏛️🚨
SAVE OUR SERVICES – STOP MUSK
While a billionaire ransacks our public services, the Federal Unionists Network is standing up and fighting back to say:
• NO cuts to vital services!
• NO mass layoffs!
• END the funding freeze!
Join FUN and allies at an action near you: bit.ly/SOSaction
SAVE OUR SERVICES – STOP MUSK
While a billionaire ransacks our public services, the Federal Unionists Network is standing up and fighting back to say:
• NO cuts to vital services!
• NO mass layoffs!
• END the funding freeze!
Join FUN and allies at an action near you: bit.ly/SOSaction
February 18, 2025 at 6:32 PM
It has been genuinely inspiring to see so much organic grassroots energy this week. If you attended a 50501 protest yesterday and are looking for a next national day of action, there are worker-led events in cities across the country tomorrow. Check the link to find one near you.
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“Our predecessors deposed a brain-addled king; they crushed the violent insurrectionists of a slaveholding confederacy; they kicked the Nazis’ asses throughout Europe.”
“No entitled reality-TV has-been backed by an addle-brained billionaire who cheats at video games is going to roll over us now.”
“No entitled reality-TV has-been backed by an addle-brained billionaire who cheats at video games is going to roll over us now.”
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February 20, 2025 at 3:41 PM
“Our predecessors deposed a brain-addled king; they crushed the violent insurrectionists of a slaveholding confederacy; they kicked the Nazis’ asses throughout Europe.”
“No entitled reality-TV has-been backed by an addle-brained billionaire who cheats at video games is going to roll over us now.”
“No entitled reality-TV has-been backed by an addle-brained billionaire who cheats at video games is going to roll over us now.”
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I say
Bring it, mofo!
Bring it, mofo!
Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia has published a letter sent to him by Trump’s Department of Justice threatening to potentially prosecute him for criticizing Elon Musk.
February 20, 2025 at 9:59 PM
I say
Bring it, mofo!
Bring it, mofo!
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[Department of Education] also oversees the $1.6 trillion in student loans held by tens of millions of Americans who cannot afford to pay for college outright, and the approximately $30 billion a year Pell Grant program for lower-income college students.
www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
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US Department of Education: Budget, employees and why Trump wants it shut down
U.S. President Donald Trump's stated goal of closing the Department of Education comes after a long Republican-led push to chip away at the agency's funding and influence.
www.reuters.com
February 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM
[Department of Education] also oversees the $1.6 trillion in student loans held by tens of millions of Americans who cannot afford to pay for college outright, and the approximately $30 billion a year Pell Grant program for lower-income college students.
www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...
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This gets my vote for tweet/post of the year. This is a RED ALERT post. This is exactly why he’s doing it.
February 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
This gets my vote for tweet/post of the year. This is a RED ALERT post. This is exactly why he’s doing it.
www.fastcompany.com/91283514/joa...
This makes me sad. Now I have to find another craft store. Not sure Michael's has everything I shop for and I won't shop at that other place for moral reasons.
This makes me sad. Now I have to find another craft store. Not sure Michael's has everything I shop for and I won't shop at that other place for moral reasons.
Joann fabrics is going out of business and closing all stores after a turbulent bankruptcy process and sale
Bankrupt retailer Joann fabrics has been bought by GA Group, an asset disposition company, which will close all locations and hold GOB sales.
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February 24, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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This makes me sad. Now I have to find another craft store. Not sure Michael's has everything I shop for and I won't shop at that other place for moral reasons.
This makes me sad. Now I have to find another craft store. Not sure Michael's has everything I shop for and I won't shop at that other place for moral reasons.
There is something healing in giving plants that you have propagated yourself to other people. It makes me happy for days.
February 22, 2025 at 3:15 AM
There is something healing in giving plants that you have propagated yourself to other people. It makes me happy for days.
Socks are the glitter in my clean laundry. Also, apparently I have the equivalent of 2 full laundry loads of socks.
February 15, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Socks are the glitter in my clean laundry. Also, apparently I have the equivalent of 2 full laundry loads of socks.
Arrested Development - Tennessee (Official Music Video)
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February 14, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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I'm hearing that right now, Trump is firing researchers at VA.
Trump & Elon need to reverse course on this IMMEDIATELY—this across-the-board firing threatens to decimate so much of the lifesaving research our veterans depend on: suicide prevention, burn pit exposure, and more.
Trump & Elon need to reverse course on this IMMEDIATELY—this across-the-board firing threatens to decimate so much of the lifesaving research our veterans depend on: suicide prevention, burn pit exposure, and more.
February 13, 2025 at 9:08 PM
I'm hearing that right now, Trump is firing researchers at VA.
Trump & Elon need to reverse course on this IMMEDIATELY—this across-the-board firing threatens to decimate so much of the lifesaving research our veterans depend on: suicide prevention, burn pit exposure, and more.
Trump & Elon need to reverse course on this IMMEDIATELY—this across-the-board firing threatens to decimate so much of the lifesaving research our veterans depend on: suicide prevention, burn pit exposure, and more.
When avocado toast became trendy I thought it stupid and never tried it. Then when I was looking for diabetic friendly recipes I found avocado toast and decided to try. It. Is. Awesome.
February 13, 2025 at 9:46 PM
When avocado toast became trendy I thought it stupid and never tried it. Then when I was looking for diabetic friendly recipes I found avocado toast and decided to try. It. Is. Awesome.
And there is the sudden migraine spike that makes you need to throw up. Gooooo LIFE!!
February 12, 2025 at 8:45 PM
And there is the sudden migraine spike that makes you need to throw up. Gooooo LIFE!!
Kuma has taken his last trip to the vet.
February 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Kuma has taken his last trip to the vet.