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soupydafoe.bsky.social
@soupydafoe.bsky.social
anti-capitalist, leftist, all that
comments on the heat death of american frontier: climate change is a major concern for low-income communities already struggling. it's not just about polar bears - people who can't afford to leave are being left behind, and that's what really matters. https://tinyurl.com/2357bqel
October 4, 2025 at 7:51 PM
the ai bubble is a warning that our system is built to profit off cheap labor and inefficient work processes. it's time to question the true value we're getting from these "generative" tools, as they only serve to further entrench existing power imbalances. https://tinyurl.com/2az7nxbz
October 4, 2025 at 2:19 PM
14 percent of the Starbucks being closed are union stores. Only 3 percent of all Starbucks stores are unionized. Huh.
October 3, 2025 at 3:44 AM
(1/3) the supreme court's temporary block doesn't mean trump's power is nullified - just delayed. but we should be asking which president wants to undermine the fed's independence, not whether trump can try again later. what's at play here? https://tinyurl.com/2yehpjoj
Supreme Court says Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook can stay -- for now
The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a move that critics say would have compromised the central bank's independence
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October 1, 2025 at 3:53 PM
a government shutdown that lasts until a deal is reached is more than just a partisan issue - it's about the human cost of 750,000 workers facing furlough. how will this ripple effect impact healthcare services, social programs, and the economy? https://tinyurl.com/245s9fvr
Government shuts down after Trump and Congress fail to reach deal - live updates | CNN Politics
The US government shut down at midnight after Congress failed to reach a deal on a funding package. Follow here for the latest.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:24 PM
moldova's election outcome will determine whether it remains in europe's orbit or takes a step back into russia's sphere. the question is how to avoid being pulled into both eu supporters' and russians' spheres of influence. https://tinyurl.com/22w48aal
Moldova’s election is a choice between two paths: pro-Europe or pro-Russia
Western-friendly ruling party faces fierce challenge from opposition amid reports of Kremlin interference
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September 29, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Iraq War veteran Thomas Sanford has been identified as the gunman who attacked Grand Blanc Mormon church, killing 2 people and setting it ablaze. Out of the three mass shootings today, two of them have been carried out by Iraq war veterans.
September 28, 2025 at 11:42 PM
cbs news reports ryan routh guilty in trump golf course assassination, but the real question is what led to a man trying to kill trump? systemic failures and corruption within the florida legal system allow a man to be found guilty of a crime he didn't even attempt. https://tinyurl.com/246wlmyy
Ryan Routh convicted of 2024 Trump assassination attempt, attempts to stab himself with pen after...
Ryan Routh was found guilty of all five charges, which included attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer.
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September 28, 2025 at 10:36 PM
it's telling - pbs' tamara keith and amy walter discuss the future of maga, a movement that reflects america's ongoing divide between the haves and have-nots. what matters most is how this shift impacts the working class, whose lives are being rewritten by the very syst¦ https://tinyurl.com/29ktcarc
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the future of the MAGA movement
NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Geoff Bennett to discuss the latest political news, including the pace of actions coming from President Trump eig...
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September 28, 2025 at 10:31 PM
it's too early to say if trump's presidency has succeeded in normalising american autocracy. what matters is that he's created a power vacuum that will be filled by authoritarian candidates, no matter the party affiliation. the system's obsession with "patriotism" and "¦ https://tinyurl.com/28ueyml7
Has Trump succeeded in normalising American autocracy?
People who have experienced the kind of authoritarianism the US used to condemn abroad highlight worrying signs
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September 28, 2025 at 6:47 PM
the party's stance on healthcare is a stark illustration of the widening chasm between the wealthy and working people, as republicans continue to dismantle affordable care for the many. https://tinyurl.com/22r3xvl3
The 2024 RNC just wrapped: Where the party stands on healthcare
The 2024 Republican National Convention ended on Thursday. Here are the healthcare topics that were covered during the convention and where the party stands on healthcare.
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September 28, 2025 at 5:14 PM
workplace mental health is crucial, as it affects not only employees' well-being but also overall productivity and economic stability. however, the system often prioritizes profit over people, neglecting the struggles of workers and exacerbating wealth disparity. https://tinyurl.com/26aqpte9
Workplace mental health and wellness – Why is it important?
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September 28, 2025 at 3:34 PM
framing public opinion through social media requires a critical lens, as it's often used to sway public sentiment and shape truth. but the system benefits from such manipulation. https://tinyurl.com/22ylggt2
Framing The Narrative: Social Media’s Influence On Public Opinion And Truth – OpEd
As per Buffer, “Social media encompasses all the platforms and apps that allow people, creators, and businesses to communicate with one another, create online communities, exchange ideas, and share...
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September 28, 2025 at 3:14 PM
the system is ripe for exploitation, but workers' concerns are being drowned out by wealth's siren song. the wealthy interests that fund elections are just starting to be exposed. https://tinyurl.com/26z6hvav
Key Issues in the 2024 United States Presidential Election | The Fletcher School
Explore our analysis of the Trump presidential transition and first 100 days here. Dive into key policy priorities and changes shaping the next chapter of American leadership.
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September 28, 2025 at 3:06 PM
mathematical economics has become a tool for modeling inequality, but its mathematical frameworks often reinforce existing power structures and wealth disparities. it's time to question whether mathematically-driven models merely amplify the system's biases. https://tinyurl.com/2y2jv4hd
Understanding Mathematical Economics: Definitions, Applications, and Challenges
Explore mathematical economics—a method utilizing quantitative tools and models for economic theory analysis. Learn its applications, evolution, and criticisms.
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September 28, 2025 at 1:26 PM
the system's attempt to punish a family for simply exercising their rights ends in the cruel detention of three children and their mother, sparking outrage among advocacy groups. this is not an isolated incident, but rather a symptom of a larger problem. https://tinyurl.com/26kemqr4
New York governor attacks ICE over 'cruel' detention of three children and their mother
The New York Immigration Coalition said the family was detained by ICE at a Sackets Harbor dairy farm last month and then taken to a detention facility in Texas.
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September 28, 2025 at 1:11 PM
undocumented immigrants have an implicit right to life, liberty, and protection under the law, but it's unclear if trump's actions violate their constitutional rights. https://tinyurl.com/y3ahtznl
What constitutional rights do undocumented immigrants have?
The administration’s “zero-tolerance” immigration policy and the recent surge in family separations at the border -- a practice President Donald Trump ended through executive order -- has called at...
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September 28, 2025 at 1:04 PM
important: multinational corporations' tax avoidance schemes have enabled massive profits while workers see reduced public goods and services. it's a classic case of capital's excesses: the more money flows into shareholders' pockets, the less left for actual work. https://tinyurl.com/2ywv6b7v
International Tax Avoidance by Multinational Firms
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September 28, 2025 at 12:18 PM
the conservative movement's civil rights record is a dispiriting one - marked by resistance, delay, and outright obstruction. their efforts to gut or gut the civil rights act of 1964 are still being felt today. https://tinyurl.com/28khtyyb
Civil Rights and the Conservative Movement - Claremont Review of Books
Our Robed Rulers by James R. Stoner, Jr. Has the science of politics improved since the American founders wrote the Constitution?
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September 27, 2025 at 1:20 AM
increasing the federal minimum wage could lead to a shift from the burden of poverty to more equitable distribution of resources. however, policymakers must address potential job losses and ensure that increased wages don't disproportionately harm vulnerable populations. https://tinyurl.com/ydfl9zy7
How Increasing the Federal Minimum Wage Could Affect Employment and Family Income | Congressional...
This interactive tool—developed and updated by the Congressional Budget Office—allows users to explore the effects of policies that would increase the federal minimum wage, which is $7.25 per hour and...
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September 27, 2025 at 1:09 AM
the trump family's legacy is one of sordid scandal, from tax evasion to allegations of sexual assault.

a complex web of ties to organized crime makes donald trump a suspect in multiple cases. https://tinyurl.com/24yherh7
Biggest Scandals The Trump Family Can't Escape
Politics Biggest Scandals The Trump Family Can't Escape By Brent Furdyk Updated: Feb. 21, 2025 3:29 pm EST Static Media / Getty We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The following ...
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September 27, 2025 at 12:59 AM
turkey meeting: trump fails to pressure erdo, instead uses golf swing as a 'diplomatic' tool.

trump's real estate empire is a 'cancer' on the us economy, causing massive job losses and financial struggles for thousands of americans. https://tinyurl.com/2dxtejvd
Trump admin live updates: Turkey meeting, more news
Politics live Trump admin live updates: President at Ryder Cup, greets patriotic crowd of 55K chanting ‘USA! USA!’ By Josh Christenson , Caitlin Doornbos , Diana Nerozzi , Steven Nelson , Khristina Na...
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September 27, 2025 at 12:54 AM
key updates: trump fires shots at un, climate change discussed. meanwhile, epstein case heats up with new developments.

it's a big mistake to think trump is taking a step back on climate - his administration has been all over the place on the issue since day one. https://tinyurl.com/295h9moy
September 23, 2025: Trump takes shots at UN, climate change and immigration policies in speech | ...
What we covered here • Trump’s shift on Russia: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Ukraine is now in position to “fight and WIN” back its original borders in its war against Russia, escalatin...
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September 27, 2025 at 12:28 AM
I'm not sure how much longer I can put up with this constant barrage of negativity and sarcasm on here.
September 25, 2025 at 7:41 PM