Sarasota Free Press
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Sarasota’s only underground publication. Edgy and controversial. Based on the local rock scene, national politics and alternative journalism.
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I deleted Facebook. It was just to reinstall it to get it to work better. But I’ve got a very busy week and might just keep it off to get things done.
Democratic governors recruit government workers laid off by Trump - www.reuters.com/world/us/dem...
Democratic governors recruit government workers laid off by Trump
As U.S. President Donald Trump seeks to reduce the size of the federal workforce through rapid-fire mass layoffs and buyouts, some Democratic governors are courting the newly unemployed to come to work for state governments instead.
www.reuters.com
March 4, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Democratic governors recruit government workers laid off by Trump - www.reuters.com/world/us/dem...
US pauses military aid to Ukraine, media reports - www.reuters.com/world/europe...
US pauses military aid to Ukraine, media reports
U.S. President Donald Trump has paused all military aid to Ukraine following his clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy last week, according to media reports on Monday.
www.reuters.com
March 4, 2025 at 12:25 AM
US pauses military aid to Ukraine, media reports - www.reuters.com/world/europe...
Wall St closes lower as Trump sets 25% tariffs, manufacturing data dips - www.reuters.com/markets/us/f...
Futures edge up with economic data, tariffs in focus
U.S. stock index futures inched up on Monday, ahead of a crucial deadline on tariffs on top trade partners and a data-packed week that could throw light on the health of the world's largest economy.
www.reuters.com
March 4, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Wall St closes lower as Trump sets 25% tariffs, manufacturing data dips - www.reuters.com/markets/us/f...
Over 1,000 protest NOAA scientist layoffs in Colorado - www.reuters.com/markets/comm...
Over 1,000 protest NOAA scientist layoffs in Colorado
"I was in church yesterday and I wept for my country, it is overwhelmingly sad and distressing," said former U.S. Congressman David Skaggs who organized the protest. "We need to take a deep breath and gather our courage and stand up for what we know is right."
www.reuters.com
March 4, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Over 1,000 protest NOAA scientist layoffs in Colorado - www.reuters.com/markets/comm...
“They don't think Trump would follow court orders springing up from his slew of executive orders, and don't believe that the U.S. system of checks and balances is working well.”
Here's how Americans are reacting to the first month of the administration, according to an NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.
Poll: Majorities say state of the union is not strong, and Trump is rushing change
How Americans are reacting to the first month of the administration, according to an NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.
www.npr.org
March 4, 2025 at 12:06 AM
“They don't think Trump would follow court orders springing up from his slew of executive orders, and don't believe that the U.S. system of checks and balances is working well.”
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New York City educators are embracing rather than restricting the discussions of race with a new K-12 curriculum, “Black Studies as the Study of the World.” This comes as the Trump administration moves to ban programs related to diversity and equity across the government and schools.
A Black Studies Curriculum Is (Defiantly) Rolling Out in New York City
Educators are embracing rather than restricting discussions of race in schools. Leaders have said they’ll do so whether the Trump administration approves or not.
www.nytimes.com
March 3, 2025 at 10:02 PM
New York City educators are embracing rather than restricting the discussions of race with a new K-12 curriculum, “Black Studies as the Study of the World.” This comes as the Trump administration moves to ban programs related to diversity and equity across the government and schools.
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President Donald Trump said he would plow ahead with new tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting Tuesday, a broadside against the two biggest US trading partners that underscores his push to remake global trade
Trump Says ‘No Room Left’ for Canada, Mexico to Duck Tariffs
President Donald Trump said he would plow ahead with new tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting Tuesday, a broadside against the two biggest US trading partners that underscores his push to remake glob...
www.bloomberg.com
March 3, 2025 at 10:38 PM
President Donald Trump said he would plow ahead with new tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting Tuesday, a broadside against the two biggest US trading partners that underscores his push to remake global trade
www.cnn.com/2025/03/03/p...
This should flat out be rejected on grounds of lack of transparency, unconstitutional activity and unauthorized access to sensitive government documents.
This should flat out be rejected on grounds of lack of transparency, unconstitutional activity and unauthorized access to sensitive government documents.
DOGE wants to charge one federal agency millions of dollars for its work to make government more efficient | CNN Politics
The Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency wants to charge at least one federal agency millions of dollars for its work.
www.cnn.com
March 3, 2025 at 11:58 PM
www.cnn.com/2025/03/03/p...
This should flat out be rejected on grounds of lack of transparency, unconstitutional activity and unauthorized access to sensitive government documents.
This should flat out be rejected on grounds of lack of transparency, unconstitutional activity and unauthorized access to sensitive government documents.
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I deleted Facebook. It was just to reinstall it to get it to work better. But I’ve got a very busy week and might just keep it off to get things done.
March 3, 2025 at 1:38 AM
I deleted Facebook. It was just to reinstall it to get it to work better. But I’ve got a very busy week and might just keep it off to get things done.
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This is wild www.nytimes.com/2025/03/02/u...
Hegseth Orders Pentagon to Stop Offensive Cyberoperations Against Russia
The defense secretary’s instructions, which were given before President Trump’s blowup with the Ukrainian president, are apparently part of an effort to draw Russia into talks on the war.
www.nytimes.com
March 3, 2025 at 9:51 AM
This is wild www.nytimes.com/2025/03/02/u...
Magnitude 3.9 earthquake rattles Burbank, L.A. area
March 3, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Magnitude 3.9 earthquake rattles Burbank, L.A. area
A night full of dystopian dreams. My subconscious was being abusive. The dreams went from living on the streets to working on a road crew with a difficult boss. Nothing like waking up in a terrible mode. Not how I wanted to start a busy week. F-it.
March 3, 2025 at 1:30 PM
A night full of dystopian dreams. My subconscious was being abusive. The dreams went from living on the streets to working on a road crew with a difficult boss. Nothing like waking up in a terrible mode. Not how I wanted to start a busy week. F-it.
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IF TRANS ISSUES ARE SO INCONSEQUENTIAL DOES SOMEONE ON THE NYT MASTHEAD WANT TO EXPLAIN WHY THEY SPENT THREE YEARS RUNNING A1 “INVESTIGATIONS” INTO SAFE AND EFFECTIVE MEDICAL CARE AND THE LANGUAGE CHOICES OF NON-PROFITS AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS????
Of course the NYT sees the "DEI" stuff positively & is neutral on anti-trans discrimination
March 1, 2025 at 5:57 PM
IF TRANS ISSUES ARE SO INCONSEQUENTIAL DOES SOMEONE ON THE NYT MASTHEAD WANT TO EXPLAIN WHY THEY SPENT THREE YEARS RUNNING A1 “INVESTIGATIONS” INTO SAFE AND EFFECTIVE MEDICAL CARE AND THE LANGUAGE CHOICES OF NON-PROFITS AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS????
I deleted Facebook. It was just to reinstall it to get it to work better. But I’ve got a very busy week and might just keep it off to get things done.
March 3, 2025 at 1:38 AM
I deleted Facebook. It was just to reinstall it to get it to work better. But I’ve got a very busy week and might just keep it off to get things done.
Oscars:
Looks like there’s a lot of good movies this year to watch.
Looks like there’s a lot of good movies this year to watch.
March 3, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Oscars:
Looks like there’s a lot of good movies this year to watch.
Looks like there’s a lot of good movies this year to watch.
Fridays economic blackout got me thinking what apps are woke-friendly. I need a substitute for Spotify, Facebook, and X. Hard to not use Google, Hotmail and Microsoft in my work. And what grocery stores should I use? Then theirs cable…
March 2, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Fridays economic blackout got me thinking what apps are woke-friendly. I need a substitute for Spotify, Facebook, and X. Hard to not use Google, Hotmail and Microsoft in my work. And what grocery stores should I use? Then theirs cable…
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I’ve gotten in touch with some resentment towards Facebook during this economic blackout. I just needed a little push to get started here and other woke-friendly places. I like it.
March 1, 2025 at 1:55 AM
I’ve gotten in touch with some resentment towards Facebook during this economic blackout. I just needed a little push to get started here and other woke-friendly places. I like it.
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Trump says to Zelensky: "I don't think you'd be a tough guy without the United States...you're either going to make a deal or we're out. And if we're out, you'll fight it out. I don't think it's going to be pretty, but you'll fight it out."
February 28, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Trump says to Zelensky: "I don't think you'd be a tough guy without the United States...you're either going to make a deal or we're out. And if we're out, you'll fight it out. I don't think it's going to be pretty, but you'll fight it out."
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Black Studies and the Fight Against Fascism
Join us for a timely conversation with @davarianbaldwin.bsky.social, @jfernandez1202.bsky.social, Sarah Haley, Robin D.G. Kelley, Barbara Ransby, & Robyn Spencer-Antoine
Tuesday, March 4 at 6:00 pm ET
RSVP to attend: www.tickettailor.com/events/hayma...
Join us for a timely conversation with @davarianbaldwin.bsky.social, @jfernandez1202.bsky.social, Sarah Haley, Robin D.G. Kelley, Barbara Ransby, & Robyn Spencer-Antoine
Tuesday, March 4 at 6:00 pm ET
RSVP to attend: www.tickettailor.com/events/hayma...
February 28, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Black Studies and the Fight Against Fascism
Join us for a timely conversation with @davarianbaldwin.bsky.social, @jfernandez1202.bsky.social, Sarah Haley, Robin D.G. Kelley, Barbara Ransby, & Robyn Spencer-Antoine
Tuesday, March 4 at 6:00 pm ET
RSVP to attend: www.tickettailor.com/events/hayma...
Join us for a timely conversation with @davarianbaldwin.bsky.social, @jfernandez1202.bsky.social, Sarah Haley, Robin D.G. Kelley, Barbara Ransby, & Robyn Spencer-Antoine
Tuesday, March 4 at 6:00 pm ET
RSVP to attend: www.tickettailor.com/events/hayma...