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Donald Trump has committed the most profound, harmful and unnecessary economic error in the modern era. Almost everything he said—on history, economics and the technicalities of trade—was utterly deluded econ.st/3YbbFjq
April 3, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Donald Trump has committed the most profound, harmful and unnecessary economic error in the modern era. Almost everything he said—on history, economics and the technicalities of trade—was utterly deluded econ.st/3YbbFjq
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It's not a bad idea to go to the local Walmart or big box retailer and buy lots of consumables now. From toothpaste to soap, anything you can find storage space for, buy before they have to replenish inventory.
Even if it's made in the USA , they will jack up the price and blame it on tariffs.
Even if it's made in the USA , they will jack up the price and blame it on tariffs.
April 2, 2025 at 9:13 PM
It's not a bad idea to go to the local Walmart or big box retailer and buy lots of consumables now. From toothpaste to soap, anything you can find storage space for, buy before they have to replenish inventory.
Even if it's made in the USA , they will jack up the price and blame it on tariffs.
Even if it's made in the USA , they will jack up the price and blame it on tariffs.
What Canada, Mexico, Japan, the UK, and the European Union should do in response to Trump’s grossly irresponsible tariffs
open.substack.com/pub/robertre...
open.substack.com/pub/robertre...
What Canada, Mexico, Japan, the UK, and the European Union should do in response to Trump’s grossly irresponsible tariffs
Don’t negotiate. Do this now so you’ll be negotiating from a position of power.
open.substack.com
April 3, 2025 at 1:27 PM
What Canada, Mexico, Japan, the UK, and the European Union should do in response to Trump’s grossly irresponsible tariffs
open.substack.com/pub/robertre...
open.substack.com/pub/robertre...
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Meanwhile in Russia: state TV host Olga Skabeeva endorsed everything Trump is doing to Ukraine and showcased the "Krasnov" theory. State Duma member Alexey Zhuravlyov hypothesized that Trump isn't planning to apply standard pressure tactics against Russia.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJeg...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJeg...
Olga Skabeeva praises Trump's tactics
YouTube video by Russian Media Monitor
www.youtube.com
March 8, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Meanwhile in Russia: state TV host Olga Skabeeva endorsed everything Trump is doing to Ukraine and showcased the "Krasnov" theory. State Duma member Alexey Zhuravlyov hypothesized that Trump isn't planning to apply standard pressure tactics against Russia.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJeg...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJeg...
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Each time I have sat down to write something since the election, I am bothered by this recurring phrase that I simply cannot get out of my head.
So,I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
So,I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
We Are on Our Own
From Marc | Our institutions are not going to save us. Only we can do that.
www.democracydocket.com
March 8, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Each time I have sat down to write something since the election, I am bothered by this recurring phrase that I simply cannot get out of my head.
So,I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
So,I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
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WATCH: “This is a tragedy for the free world. But first and foremost a tragedy for the United States.”
This 8 minute speech by French Senator Claude Malhuret on Trump siding with Putin and what it means for the world is worth your time.
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG9Lj0F...
This 8 minute speech by French Senator Claude Malhuret on Trump siding with Putin and what it means for the world is worth your time.
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG9Lj0F...
March 8, 2025 at 11:24 PM
WATCH: “This is a tragedy for the free world. But first and foremost a tragedy for the United States.”
This 8 minute speech by French Senator Claude Malhuret on Trump siding with Putin and what it means for the world is worth your time.
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG9Lj0F...
This 8 minute speech by French Senator Claude Malhuret on Trump siding with Putin and what it means for the world is worth your time.
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG9Lj0F...
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If you are a member of the D.C. Bar, please be on the look out for your ballot. And VOTE for Diane Seltzer for D.C. Bar president.
Mr. Bondi is running against me. Please share this information and vote for me during the election period of April 15 through June 4, 2025 - ballots will be sent out to eligible DC Bar members by email. My candidate statement is here:
www.linkedin.com/posts/dianes...
www.linkedin.com/posts/dianes...
Diane Seltzer on LinkedIn: The Seltzer Law Firm – Attentive. Practical. Strategic. | 46 comments
I am delighted to announce that I have been nominated to be the President of the DC Bar! I hope my friends and colleagues who are members of the DC Bar will… | 46 comments on LinkedIn
www.linkedin.com
March 8, 2025 at 2:40 PM
If you are a member of the D.C. Bar, please be on the look out for your ballot. And VOTE for Diane Seltzer for D.C. Bar president.
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Genuinely wild that Florida Republican Senator Rick Scott is able to talk about cutting Medicare & Social Security from anywhere but a prison cell
March 8, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Genuinely wild that Florida Republican Senator Rick Scott is able to talk about cutting Medicare & Social Security from anywhere but a prison cell
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Marc Elias, a prominent Democratic lawyer who oversaw the Biden campaign’s successful efforts to beat back lawsuits filed by allies of Mr. Trump seeking to overturn his 2020 election loss, is sharply critical of Republicans who say they acquiesce to Mr. Trump out of fear.
Fearing Retribution, Trump Critics Muzzle Themselves
People say they are intimidated by online attacks from the president, concerned about harm to their businesses or worried about the safety of their families.
www.nytimes.com
March 6, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Marc Elias, a prominent Democratic lawyer who oversaw the Biden campaign’s successful efforts to beat back lawsuits filed by allies of Mr. Trump seeking to overturn his 2020 election loss, is sharply critical of Republicans who say they acquiesce to Mr. Trump out of fear.
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Hayes says Dems keeping their heads down ain’t it, points out resistance did work last time
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG4lpu5...
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG4lpu5...
March 7, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Hayes says Dems keeping their heads down ain’t it, points out resistance did work last time
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG4lpu5...
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG4lpu5...
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🧑🌾WATCH: As @govbilllee backs Trump’s tariffs and @tnagriculture commish Hatcher says farmers are “optimistic” about their impacts 🤔 — Tennessee farmers are literally holding town halls about how devastating this trade war will be for Tennessee😕
disconnect!
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG5yseL...
disconnect!
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG5yseL...
March 7, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🧑🌾WATCH: As @govbilllee backs Trump’s tariffs and @tnagriculture commish Hatcher says farmers are “optimistic” about their impacts 🤔 — Tennessee farmers are literally holding town halls about how devastating this trade war will be for Tennessee😕
disconnect!
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG5yseL...
disconnect!
Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DG5yseL...
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There’s a major shift in U.S. cybersecurity policy. A recent CISA memo removed Russia from its list of priorities, focusing instead on China and local systems. Analysts were told not to track Russian cyber threats.
March 3, 2025 at 2:58 PM
There’s a major shift in U.S. cybersecurity policy. A recent CISA memo removed Russia from its list of priorities, focusing instead on China and local systems. Analysts were told not to track Russian cyber threats.
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Key takeaway from DOGE:
There’s less government fraud/waste than expected.
There’s less government fraud/waste than expected.
March 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Key takeaway from DOGE:
There’s less government fraud/waste than expected.
There’s less government fraud/waste than expected.
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WASHINGTON COUNTY: A voter was just forcibly removed from an @RepHarshbarger town hall by sheriffs deputies
February 28, 2025 at 9:42 PM
WASHINGTON COUNTY: A voter was just forcibly removed from an @RepHarshbarger town hall by sheriffs deputies
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March 1, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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LETTER: “The three largest Catholic organizations in the country are urging Congress not to cut Medicaid to pay for (Trump’s tax cuts for the rich)”
All TN Republican reps voted to do exactly that.
thehill.com/newsletters/...
All TN Republican reps voted to do exactly that.
thehill.com/newsletters/...
March 1, 2025 at 12:21 PM
LETTER: “The three largest Catholic organizations in the country are urging Congress not to cut Medicaid to pay for (Trump’s tax cuts for the rich)”
All TN Republican reps voted to do exactly that.
thehill.com/newsletters/...
All TN Republican reps voted to do exactly that.
thehill.com/newsletters/...
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Seems like a pretty important detail
March 1, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Seems like a pretty important detail
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Donald Trump is neither a savvy negotiator nor a brilliant dealmaker. He is a craven bully who telegraphs not only his final goal but his next move in achieving it. He is the kind of mark every poker player dreams of having at the table — rich, cocky and dumb. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/the-...
The Coming Attack on Free and Fair Elections
From Marc | If we are to preserve democracy, those of us on the left must prioritize free and fair elections.
www.democracydocket.com
March 2, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Donald Trump is neither a savvy negotiator nor a brilliant dealmaker. He is a craven bully who telegraphs not only his final goal but his next move in achieving it. He is the kind of mark every poker player dreams of having at the table — rich, cocky and dumb. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/the-...
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“Sorry VP, sold out”— JD Vance met with pro-Ukraine protests as he tries to go skiing ⛷️ in Vermont
March 1, 2025 at 5:45 PM
“Sorry VP, sold out”— JD Vance met with pro-Ukraine protests as he tries to go skiing ⛷️ in Vermont
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The English language EO- the point of this is to remove any language assistance services (hospitals, schools, courses etc), dismiss translators, remove all information available in any language but English.
Once I get ahold of the doc, I’ll share it
Once I get ahold of the doc, I’ll share it
February 28, 2025 at 7:29 PM
The English language EO- the point of this is to remove any language assistance services (hospitals, schools, courses etc), dismiss translators, remove all information available in any language but English.
Once I get ahold of the doc, I’ll share it
Once I get ahold of the doc, I’ll share it
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Welfare Queen
Elon Musk’s business empire is built on $38 billion in government funding
Government infusions at key moments helped Tesla and SpaceX flourish, boosting Musk’s wealth.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 26, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Welfare Queen
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We want to send a message to the world: what has happened today is an absolute disgrace. It is completely un-American.
February 28, 2025 at 8:41 PM
We want to send a message to the world: what has happened today is an absolute disgrace. It is completely un-American.
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WATCH — @emmavigeland.bsky.social : “Trump is the privatization President. An agenda of authoritarianism and mass privatization.”
March 1, 2025 at 2:24 AM
WATCH — @emmavigeland.bsky.social : “Trump is the privatization President. An agenda of authoritarianism and mass privatization.”