Smoke On The Water
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Father, husband, ally, friend. Trying to leave it a little better than I found it. #DemVoice1
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The People's March · Women's March
Donald Trump will be the next president, and the stakes are higher than ever. We will protect and defend each other.
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www.mobilize.us
December 6, 2024 at 11:24 PM
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Find help when you need it, even before you need it. And tell others of these life-saving services offered everywhere in the U.S.
asafechoicenetwork.com
We have to look out for each other, because we're all in this together.
asafechoicenetwork.com
We have to look out for each other, because we're all in this together.
A SAFE CHOICE | A referral network of medical doctors who provide safe and effective medication abortions to women nationwide.
asafechoicenetwork.com
December 5, 2024 at 12:46 AM
Find help when you need it, even before you need it. And tell others of these life-saving services offered everywhere in the U.S.
asafechoicenetwork.com
We have to look out for each other, because we're all in this together.
asafechoicenetwork.com
We have to look out for each other, because we're all in this together.
He realized the weight of responsibility and respectfully declined. At least he realizes it, even if the new administration doesn't
Trump’s pick for DEA administrator withdraws from consideration | CNN Politics
Chad Chronister, a Florida sheriff, has withdrawn from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration, he announced on Tuesday.
www.cnn.com
December 3, 2024 at 11:01 PM
He realized the weight of responsibility and respectfully declined. At least he realizes it, even if the new administration doesn't
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Our society is not set up for extraordinary women.
December 3, 2024 at 6:40 PM
Our society is not set up for extraordinary women.
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Just a reminder that your local library has more than just books! Many also have dvds, cds, video games, game systems, internet hot spots, streaming services, ebooks, audio books, park passes, museum passes, and so so much more! Maybe it's time for a visit!
December 2, 2024 at 3:21 PM
Just a reminder that your local library has more than just books! Many also have dvds, cds, video games, game systems, internet hot spots, streaming services, ebooks, audio books, park passes, museum passes, and so so much more! Maybe it's time for a visit!
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President Biden decides to pardon his son. Some will argue this brings us down a level. Some will argue it's tit-for-tat. Are you for or against this pardon?
President Biden pardons his son Hunter Biden | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he pardoned his son Hunter Biden, who was convicted earlier this year of federal gun and tax crimes.
www.cnn.com
December 2, 2024 at 12:44 AM
President Biden decides to pardon his son. Some will argue this brings us down a level. Some will argue it's tit-for-tat. Are you for or against this pardon?
Chronister celebrated possession of marijuana decriminalization in Hillsborough County, Florida from a misdemeanor to a civil offense. Which I am for, by the way, but I doubt this progressive view will carry over to the incoming administration.
Trump selects veteran law enforcement officer Chad Chronister for DEA administrator
President-elect Trump announced that he would nominate Florida Sheriff Chad Chronister to serve as the administrator for the Drug Enforcement Agency. “I am pleased to nominate Sheriff Chad Ch…
thehill.com
December 1, 2024 at 3:18 AM
Chronister celebrated possession of marijuana decriminalization in Hillsborough County, Florida from a misdemeanor to a civil offense. Which I am for, by the way, but I doubt this progressive view will carry over to the incoming administration.
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If you have blankets, sleeping bags, and cold weather clothing, including shoes, that have been in storage forever or you just don't use anymore, please consider donating them to your local homeless shelter. They are always in need. 🫂
November 30, 2024 at 12:38 PM
If you have blankets, sleeping bags, and cold weather clothing, including shoes, that have been in storage forever or you just don't use anymore, please consider donating them to your local homeless shelter. They are always in need. 🫂
Since 2014, 19 states have passed an Article approving a convention of states, in an effort to “limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, impose fiscal restraints, and place term limits on federal officials.”
Progress Map: States that have passed the Convention of States Article V application
Once two-thirds (34) of the states pass our resolution, the convention will be called.
conventionofstates.com
December 1, 2024 at 1:41 AM
Since 2014, 19 states have passed an Article approving a convention of states, in an effort to “limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, impose fiscal restraints, and place term limits on federal officials.”
This won't end badly... But I guess they had to get those clearances somehow.
Trump taps Kash Patel for FBI director, a loyalist who would aid effort to upend law enforcement
President-elect Donald Trump has picked Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce loyalist to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspir...
apnews.com
December 1, 2024 at 12:28 AM
This won't end badly... But I guess they had to get those clearances somehow.
I use this. It works wonderfully.
It's in bsky.app/profile/skys... too
November 30, 2024 at 9:45 PM
I use this. It works wonderfully.
100% tariff threat against any BRICS nation that tries to move away from the dollar. www.reuters.com/world/trump-...
a man says " you keep using that word i do not think it means what you think it means . "
ALT: a man says " you keep using that word i do not think it means what you think it means . "
media.tenor.com
November 30, 2024 at 7:43 PM
100% tariff threat against any BRICS nation that tries to move away from the dollar. www.reuters.com/world/trump-...
Food pantries, homeless shelters, House of Ruth. Is there any particular charity you tend to support?
What is GivingTuesday? The annual day of charitable giving is coming up
Since it started as a hashtag in 2012, GivingTuesday has become one of the biggest fundraising days of the year for nonprofits in the U.S.
apnews.com
November 30, 2024 at 12:26 AM
Food pantries, homeless shelters, House of Ruth. Is there any particular charity you tend to support?
Good for them. I'm not ordering from Amazon in solidarity. But if you are, your stuff may be late.
Amazon workers across the globe are on strike for Black Friday
Amazon workers around the world have gone on strike to protest the company’s alleged labor abuses. The protests will last until December 2.
www.engadget.com
November 29, 2024 at 8:46 PM
Good for them. I'm not ordering from Amazon in solidarity. But if you are, your stuff may be late.
Forget the center and mobilize the left. That's the argument this article makes. Do you think it would make a difference?
The message to Democrats is clear: you must dump neoliberal economics | Joseph Stiglitz
The party must return to its progressive roots. A new economy is needed with new rules and new roles
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2024 at 5:48 PM
Forget the center and mobilize the left. That's the argument this article makes. Do you think it would make a difference?
I want to wish everyone a Happy Holiday.
I also want to remind everyone that there are many hungry people on the streets today. Find a little time and compassion to volunteer and serve. It builds character.
Take care of each other. We're all in this together.
I also want to remind everyone that there are many hungry people on the streets today. Find a little time and compassion to volunteer and serve. It builds character.
Take care of each other. We're all in this together.
November 28, 2024 at 9:31 PM
I want to wish everyone a Happy Holiday.
I also want to remind everyone that there are many hungry people on the streets today. Find a little time and compassion to volunteer and serve. It builds character.
Take care of each other. We're all in this together.
I also want to remind everyone that there are many hungry people on the streets today. Find a little time and compassion to volunteer and serve. It builds character.
Take care of each other. We're all in this together.
"arrested on a charge of impersonating a police officer" and "After he won in the runoff, prosecutors did not pursue the charges against him" Sound familiar?
Louisiana city's police chief indicted, arrested on federal civil rights violation
A federal grand jury has indicted a Louisiana police chief on a civil rights violation for allegedly using unreasonable force and injuring a person who was being detained.
apnews.com
November 28, 2024 at 6:48 PM
"arrested on a charge of impersonating a police officer" and "After he won in the runoff, prosecutors did not pursue the charges against him" Sound familiar?
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Eating too much cake is the sin of gluttony. However, eating too much pie is okay because the sin of pi is always zero.
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November 27, 2024 at 6:24 PM
Eating too much cake is the sin of gluttony. However, eating too much pie is okay because the sin of pi is always zero.
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So now Republicans are emboldened to exclude some people, fellow Americans, because of the theatrics by their leaders in D.C. This bill extends to private institutions as well, not just public. It's not about bathrooms.
Governor DeWine Signs Trans Bathroom Ban That Includes Private Colleges In Ohio
The law is the first anti-trans one to pass in the aftermath of the 2024 election, and comes as Republicans are pushing bathroom bans in congress.
open.substack.com
November 27, 2024 at 5:03 PM
So now Republicans are emboldened to exclude some people, fellow Americans, because of the theatrics by their leaders in D.C. This bill extends to private institutions as well, not just public. It's not about bathrooms.
Social Media app under investigation by EU for possible violations of the EU Digital Services Act. They believe the app may have influenced the election purposefully, pushing a little known far right candidate to the top. Then he ran inside, lol. Read the story.
Victory of Romania’s 'TikTok Messiah' is an alarm bell for Europe
Romania's unknown extremist candidate, Călin Georgescu, won the first round of elections all thanks to a massive TikTok campaign, raising concerns over foul play and prompting an EU investigation.
www.euronews.com
November 27, 2024 at 4:35 PM
Social Media app under investigation by EU for possible violations of the EU Digital Services Act. They believe the app may have influenced the election purposefully, pushing a little known far right candidate to the top. Then he ran inside, lol. Read the story.
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Here's something you can do right now to protect our Democracy:
Go to www.usvotefoundation.org and find out when your next elections are
Find out who is running and who you can support, or run for office yourself
This isn't a time to be passive
Go to www.usvotefoundation.org and find out when your next elections are
Find out who is running and who you can support, or run for office yourself
This isn't a time to be passive
November 27, 2024 at 2:34 PM
Here's something you can do right now to protect our Democracy:
Go to www.usvotefoundation.org and find out when your next elections are
Find out who is running and who you can support, or run for office yourself
This isn't a time to be passive
Go to www.usvotefoundation.org and find out when your next elections are
Find out who is running and who you can support, or run for office yourself
This isn't a time to be passive
Trump team signs a key transition agreement with White House. - they still have yet to sign one with the GSA, which they've ruled out, and the DOJ for background checks.
Trump team signs a key transition agreement with Biden White House
This is one of two agreements that was supposed to have been signed by Oct. 1. The Trump team has decided to forgo the second one, saying it has its own systems in place.
www.npr.org
November 27, 2024 at 1:02 PM
Trump team signs a key transition agreement with White House. - they still have yet to sign one with the GSA, which they've ruled out, and the DOJ for background checks.
Might be worth a listen for any fan's out there. I'll be tuning in.
Just found out that a conversation with Pete Buttigieg is happening at The City Club of Cleveland on 12/9.
Of course, there are no tickets left.😢
I did enter my email address to be notified when the livestream starts, so there’s that.
Of course, there are no tickets left.😢
I did enter my email address to be notified when the livestream starts, so there’s that.
A Conversation with U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg | The City Club of Cleveland | December 09, 2024
Tickets for this forum have reached capacity. The livestream will be available beginning at 5:00pm. Have questions? Send a text to 330.541.5794.
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When Secretary Pete Buttigieg first joined us at t...
www.cityclub.org
November 27, 2024 at 3:16 AM
Might be worth a listen for any fan's out there. I'll be tuning in.
Money talks, as we've just witnessed. But if you can run in local elections, that's where we can protect our schools, libraries, and children.
November 26, 2024 at 10:04 PM
Money talks, as we've just witnessed. But if you can run in local elections, that's where we can protect our schools, libraries, and children.