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November 12, 2025 at 3:01 AM

Susan

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Secret Provision of Bill to Pay MAGA Senators $500K?!

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November 12, 2025 at 2:05 AM

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Jon Cooper

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🚨BREAKING: At long last, Mike Johnson will swear in Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva on Wednesday at 4 pm ET.

November 11, 2025 at 10:24 PM

Susan

@rinative.bsky.social

8 Senators failed our Democratic coalition

The job of these eight Senators in this moment was to help us continue to win. Instead, they defaulted to the more comfortable job as Washington deal makers.

BREAKING: Republicans Demand Abortion Restrictions in Exchange for ACA Subsidies

November 11, 2025 at 11:11 PM

Susan

@rinative.bsky.social

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THAT’S A HELL NO‼️

Republicans demand tougher abortion restrictions in exchange for ACA subsidies, Grijalva will be sworn in tomorrow, Republicans are furious at Johnson as GOP loses redistricting war, and more

November 11, 2025 at 10:49 PM

Susan

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'State-Backed Terrorism': Israeli Settler Attacks on West Bank Palestinians Hit Record High | Common Dreams

"The systematic escalation forms part of a broader effort to consolidate Israeli control over the West Bank by depopulating it and expanding the territorial and operational influence of settlements," ...

November 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM

Susan

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'Astronomical Premium Increases' Loom for Millions After Dem Capitulation to GOP | Common Dreams

"Tragically, eight Democrats caved," said Sen. Bernie Sanders. "But the struggle continues. Short term, we must not allow health care premiums to double for more than 20 million Americans."

November 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM

Susan

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One Month Into Ceasefire, Israel Continues 'Silent Genocide' in Gaza | Common Dreams

Israel's continued attacks in Gaza are causing a humanitarian catastrophe, with hundreds killed and thousands injured. Why is the international community staying silent as innocent civilians suffer? T...

November 11, 2025 at 10:29 PM

Susan

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Watchdog Files Bar Complaint Against Trump Prosecutor on Comey, James Cases | Common Dreams

As James Comey and Letitia James work to have the criminal charges against them dismissed, the watchdog group Campaign for Accountability filed a bar complaint against Lindsey Halligan, who is spearh...

November 11, 2025 at 10:29 PM

Susan

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Foreign Policy Experts Warn US-Saudi Security Pact Would Be 'Risky' to Middle East Stability and Human Rights | Common Dreams

As Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman prepares to travel to the US in search of an unprecedented security pact, foreign policy scholars warn that a deal could embolden his military adventurism acr...

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November 11, 2025 at 10:28 PM

Susan

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BREAKING: UK Stops Sharing Intel with U.S. After Trump’s Caribbean Strikes

On Veterans Day, of all days, America’s closest ally hits pause — while our own veterans get squeezed by a shutdown and a reckless commander-in-chief.

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November 11, 2025 at 6:14 PM

Susan

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🧊 ICEbreaker News — November 11, 2025 | Updates and Actions You Can Take Today

ICE is not just enforcing laws—it’s violating them. It’s time to dismantle the cruelty, end the detentions, and protect our communities. We must organize, resist, and demand a future rooted in dignity

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November 11, 2025 at 6:13 PM

Susan

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The Middle Finger Heard 'Round the World: Newsom Replaces Trump At UN Summit, As Dems Push Back On 'Giant Betrayal' Shutdown Deal

We’re not negotiating with propaganda—we’re tearing it down

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November 11, 2025 at 4:29 PM

Susan

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Here's what's in the Senate deal to end the government shutdown

The Senate deal to end the government shutdown would extend funding through January and promise Democrats a vote on health care.

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November 11, 2025 at 3:46 PM

Susan

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Why Trump's 50-year mortgage idea could backfire

Trump's idea for a 50-year US mortgage doesn't address the main problem at the heart of the housing affordability crisis.

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November 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM

Susan

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More murders.

Latest US Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats Kill 6 in the Eastern Pacific

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the latest in a series of strikes on boats accused of ferrying drugs, killing six people in attacks on two vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

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November 11, 2025 at 3:44 PM

Susan

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MAGA Begs for Healthcare While Trump Takes It Away

He just stands there as America collapses.

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November 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM

Susan

@rinative.bsky.social

Father and Daughter Killed After Small Plane Carrying Hurricane Relief Supplies for Jamaica Crashes: 'Devastating'

A father and daughter have been killed in Florida after the small plane they were traveling in, which had been carrying hurricane relief supplies for Jamaica, crashed.

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November 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM

Susan

@rinative.bsky.social

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Rebuttal to Washington Post Editorial Board

The paper that warned "Democracy Dies in Darkness" is killing democracy in broad daylight

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November 11, 2025 at 3:37 PM

Susan

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Republican Federal Judge Resigns in Defiance of Trump

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BREAKING: President Obama Makes Veterans Day Surprise

November 11, 2025 at 3:35 PM

Susan

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A real man and a presidential President

Today is Veterans Day — a day when America pauses to honor the men and women who have worn the uniform of our nation, protecting our freedoms and defending our way of life.

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November 11, 2025 at 3:34 PM

Susan

@rinative.bsky.social

Chuck Schumer’s Quiet Betrayal: The Day the Democratic Party Forgot Who It Serves

The American people begged their leaders to stand up to Trumpism. Instead, their Senate “leader” sold them out. When courage becomes optional, democracy becomes impossible...