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Rough days demand Carol Burnett.
If by chance someone who knows her sees this post, please thank her for sharing her genius with the world for all these years.
If by chance someone who knows her sees this post, please thank her for sharing her genius with the world for all these years.
Carol Burnett Blooper
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July 27, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Rough days demand Carol Burnett.
If by chance someone who knows her sees this post, please thank her for sharing her genius with the world for all these years.
If by chance someone who knows her sees this post, please thank her for sharing her genius with the world for all these years.
PSA Live from Broadway, Good Night, and Good Luck starring George Clooney airs in 20 minutes (for free) on CNN (web and tv). I saw this in NYC recently and if you can see it, I recommend you do so. You know you want to!
June 7, 2025 at 10:46 PM
PSA Live from Broadway, Good Night, and Good Luck starring George Clooney airs in 20 minutes (for free) on CNN (web and tv). I saw this in NYC recently and if you can see it, I recommend you do so. You know you want to!
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So… this was supposed to be about Paul Revere’s ride, but the Senator just unloaded about the Trump administration and its Republican enablers. Far more newsworthy than I expected. (You can probably see me shifting to “crap, this was not the interview I prepped!” but the result was memorable.)
April 17, 2025 at 11:12 PM
So… this was supposed to be about Paul Revere’s ride, but the Senator just unloaded about the Trump administration and its Republican enablers. Far more newsworthy than I expected. (You can probably see me shifting to “crap, this was not the interview I prepped!” but the result was memorable.)
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Last night, Trump signed a new EO basically declaring himself king, using the Unitary Executive Theory—aka “POTUS can do whatever the fuck POTUS wants” doctrine.
I didn't know much about it, but here's what I've learned so far. It’s the legal theory behind every wannabe dictator’s wet dream. 🧵
I didn't know much about it, but here's what I've learned so far. It’s the legal theory behind every wannabe dictator’s wet dream. 🧵
February 19, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Last night, Trump signed a new EO basically declaring himself king, using the Unitary Executive Theory—aka “POTUS can do whatever the fuck POTUS wants” doctrine.
I didn't know much about it, but here's what I've learned so far. It’s the legal theory behind every wannabe dictator’s wet dream. 🧵
I didn't know much about it, but here's what I've learned so far. It’s the legal theory behind every wannabe dictator’s wet dream. 🧵
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Freedom of speech is part of the 1st Amendment for a reason — it's a foundational right of all Americans. It is currently under under attack by Trump.
Your Freedoms Under Siege
Why Trump’s fight with the AP is a big deal
steady.substack.com
February 18, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Freedom of speech is part of the 1st Amendment for a reason — it's a foundational right of all Americans. It is currently under under attack by Trump.
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“We salute and admire the courage many of you have already exhibited and that will guide all of you as you continue to serve the interests of justice. You’ve responded to ethical challenges of a type no public servant should ever be forced to confront..."
An open letter to career federal prosecutors
Yesterday, I joined more than 900 former federal prosecutors in signing an open letter meant to express support, as best we can, to the remaining career staff who continue to be under ferocious assaul...
harrylitman.substack.com
February 18, 2025 at 7:08 PM
“We salute and admire the courage many of you have already exhibited and that will guide all of you as you continue to serve the interests of justice. You’ve responded to ethical challenges of a type no public servant should ever be forced to confront..."
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When real world headlines read like The Onion…
Trump administration wants to un-fire some nuclear safety workers but can’t figure out how to reach them
The individuals, who work in an agency that oversees the nation's nuclear stockpile, had been fired on Thursday and lost access to their federal government email accounts.
www.nbcnews.com
February 15, 2025 at 6:06 PM
When real world headlines read like The Onion…
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Wilkes-Barre and Harrisburg, PA
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February 12, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Wilkes-Barre and Harrisburg, PA
#fiftyfiftyone #50501
#fiftyfiftyone #50501
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The world’s most dangerous bromance is heating up again.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
A Dangerous Bromance Is Back
It’s already a win-win for the Russian president
open.substack.com
February 14, 2025 at 4:19 PM
The world’s most dangerous bromance is heating up again.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
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A brisk message from career public servants accustomed to more polite discourse to the traitorous Emil Bove:
Just to underscore the tension at DOJ at the moment, here's what one federal law enforcement official told me about the acting deputy attorney general:
"I, along with other career FBI and DOJ personnel that I’ve spoken with, really have one message for him and that is, “go fuck yourself, traitor.'"
"I, along with other career FBI and DOJ personnel that I’ve spoken with, really have one message for him and that is, “go fuck yourself, traitor.'"
Trump’s feared DOJ enforcer has a secret: He, too, investigated Jan. 6
The acting DOJ official behind a potential witch hunt against prosecutors and FBI agents who investigated the Capitol riot worked on Jan. 6 cases himself.
www.nbcnews.com
February 13, 2025 at 11:53 PM
A brisk message from career public servants accustomed to more polite discourse to the traitorous Emil Bove:
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Folks: I am NOT affiliated with the group that is using my name to support an economic boycott. Please spread this post, if you would.
February 13, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Folks: I am NOT affiliated with the group that is using my name to support an economic boycott. Please spread this post, if you would.
Thought I would share some wisdom you might find useful. www.theraoinstitute.com/e/BAh7BjoWZW...
A participant in one of my programs confided that she no longer spoke to her brother. They were on bitterly opposite sides of the recent US Supreme Court nomination battle over Judge Kavanaugh.
www.theraoinstitute.com
February 12, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Thought I would share some wisdom you might find useful. www.theraoinstitute.com/e/BAh7BjoWZW...
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Trump doesn’t just want civil servants to leave in droves, he want them to feel traumatized and hate coming to work.
The Purge
Wrecking the civil service
steady.substack.com
February 8, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Trump doesn’t just want civil servants to leave in droves, he want them to feel traumatized and hate coming to work.
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February 8, 2025
February 8, 2025
Yesterday the National Institutes of Health under the Trump administration announced a new policy that will dramatically change the way the United States funds medical research.
open.substack.com
February 9, 2025 at 2:30 AM
February 8, 2025
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Americans are really mad about Musk, according to the @washingtonpost.com
Lawmakers flooded with calls about Elon Musk: ‘It is a deluge on DOGE’
Angry and confused constituents have flooded the phone lines at the US Capitol this week, many of them asking questions about billionaire Elon Musk’s plans.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 7, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Americans are really mad about Musk, according to the @washingtonpost.com
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“Ignore the media headlines reporting that these moves ‘raise questions’ or ‘push the boundary.’ It’s an anticonstitutional lawbreaking spree.”
www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
Breaking the Law
Just weeks in, the Trump administration has violated rules, laws, and the Constitution.
www.brennancenter.org
February 7, 2025 at 2:17 AM
“Ignore the media headlines reporting that these moves ‘raise questions’ or ‘push the boundary.’ It’s an anticonstitutional lawbreaking spree.”
www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
www.brennancenter.org/our-work/ana...
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“Unless these cruel and immensely counterproductive actions are reversed, . . .future generations will marvel that it wasn’t China’s actions that eroded U.S. standing and global security, paving the way for Beijing to become the partner of choice around the world.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
Opinion | Samantha Power: Killing U.S.A.I.D. Is a Win for Autocrats Everywhere
The attacks on the agency are cruel and counterproductive.
www.nytimes.com
February 7, 2025 at 2:38 AM
“Unless these cruel and immensely counterproductive actions are reversed, . . .future generations will marvel that it wasn’t China’s actions that eroded U.S. standing and global security, paving the way for Beijing to become the partner of choice around the world.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/06/o...
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February 5, 2025:
February 5, 2025
Five years ago, on February 5, 2020, Republican senators acquitted then-president Donald Trump in his first impeachment trial.
heathercoxrichardson.substack.com
February 6, 2025 at 6:10 AM
February 5, 2025:
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A federal judge has just ordered Musk to get out of Treasury’s computers. We are fortunate there are good lawyers representing democracy. Normally that would end the matter, but in this era there are legit questions about compliance & enforcement. We live on the edge of a constitutional crisis.
February 6, 2025 at 4:04 PM
A federal judge has just ordered Musk to get out of Treasury’s computers. We are fortunate there are good lawyers representing democracy. Normally that would end the matter, but in this era there are legit questions about compliance & enforcement. We live on the edge of a constitutional crisis.
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This.
Any four Republican Senators could stop this at any time simply by threatening to block all action (or even caucus with the Democrats) if Trump doesn't make certain concessions. They won't, but that should be a much bigger story than whether the Democrats are doing everything that *they* can.
February 6, 2025 at 5:23 PM
This.
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if it’s not clear by now, this really is a takeover by Russia, Putin is calling the shots, and nobody seems to be interested in doing a goddam thing about it
(WSJ) - The Central Intelligence Agency offered buyouts to its entire workforce Tuesday, in what officials said is a bid to bring the agency in line with President Trump’s priorities ..
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The CIA Is About to Get a Trump Makeover
The spy agency’s workforce received a buyout-style offer on Tuesday.
www.wsj.com
February 5, 2025 at 6:03 AM
if it’s not clear by now, this really is a takeover by Russia, Putin is calling the shots, and nobody seems to be interested in doing a goddam thing about it
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Journalism matters. The truth matters. I am proud that "Rather" has been honored at the Realscreen Awards. A huge thank you to the incredible team behind this film and to everyone who believes in journalism, integrity, and the power of storytelling. The documentary is on Netflix.
February 5, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Journalism matters. The truth matters. I am proud that "Rather" has been honored at the Realscreen Awards. A huge thank you to the incredible team behind this film and to everyone who believes in journalism, integrity, and the power of storytelling. The documentary is on Netflix.
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This. Make it hard for the Republicans to destroy the country.
Democratic senators will hold the Senate floor all night long in opposition to the nomination of Russ Vought, an organizer of Project 2025, to head the OMB.
February 5, 2025 at 10:04 PM
This. Make it hard for the Republicans to destroy the country.