Many Americans will cheer when the first roadblocks go up.
Many Americans will cheer when the first roadblocks go up.
“Do you guys feel bad about what you’re doing? Don’t you f*cking hate yourselves?”
Every American should read this.
<<< What I am saying is that we’re in a five-alarm fire, and we need to unite behind the few who are willing to fight fire with fire. Our rights are burning down in real time.
<<< And right now the urgent task is stopping authoritarianism before it erases everyone’s rights and the ability to fight for a more just system. I’m not saying you shouldn’t pressure Newsom to do more against ICE. In fact, I’d encourage it. >>>
<<< MLK did warn against “allies” who slowed the movement by urging restraint over justice. But that’s not what’s happening here. Demanding Gavin resign while he’s combating Trump and ICE isn’t pushing for justice, it’s undermining someone actually on the front line. >>>
Can you be more specific about how you’re mapping the letter to this situation? MLK didn’t call for sidelining those who are already on the front line, he called for standing together and pressing forward. >>>
<<< protecting democracy helps all of us, immigrants included. I’m all for pressuring him when the time is right, but right now isn’t it. The real pressure should be on the politicians hiding in the shadows, and we should be showing them through Newsom that if you fight, you earn public support.
Pressure matters, but saying Gavin has no interest in helping is just false. He’s one of the few standing up to Trump and ICE when others won’t. I’m not under the illusion that Newsom is a selfless saint. It is in his interest to protect democracy, and that’s exactly where we’re aligned, because >>>
<<< These are not normal times.
<<< Why do you think Trump sent ICE to Gavin’s latest press conference? Because he’s afraid. And what did Gavin do? He fought back. Right now, we don’t have the luxury of being picky about our fighters. If someone is willing to stand up against what's happening, that’s who we stand with. >>>
I don’t agree with how Gavin handled that, but I get why he kept the focus on Trump’s tariffs and the real economic damage most Americans are feeling. Calling for his resignation over one misstep is absurd. Like it or not, he’s one of the few with the strength and guts to fight for this country. >>>
<<< That’s not fixing the problem, it’s eroding the very freedoms the system is supposed to protect. You may back it now, but when it reaches your door, the danger will be undeniable.
The issue isn’t whether “stuff is being done.” It’s about *how* it’s being done. Ending local policies by force, ramping up surveillance, and detaining people without warrants might look like action, but it comes at the cost of constitutional rights. >>>
Homelessness and economic shifts aren’t just California problems, they’re everywhere. Ignoring the bigger national crises is like bailing water while the ship is sinking. We all worry about local issues, but this is much bigger than that, my friend.
They're going to pour millions into their disinformation campaign. We MUST be louder and more persuasive.
We should take as many as we can.
Yeah, because once our entire democracy collapses, he’ll have all that power to really help California. Smart thinking. Are we even living in the same reality? You’re acting like these are normal times.
<<< Federalism: Local self-governance undermined (federal override of sanctuary policies). Freedom of Movement: Communities living in fear of profiling, raids, and checkpoints. Privacy Rights: Expanded surveillance and monitoring without transparency or oversight.
Fourth Amendment: Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures (warrantless stops, unmarked arrests). Fifth Amendment: Due process rights (detention without clear charges, limited access to courts). First Amendment: Freedom of speech and assembly (protest suppression, intimidation). >>>
WATCH THIS NOW. FUCK THESE ICE TRAITORS!!
It probably was.
I can understand why immigrants or people of color would have rightful concerns. For most people, I think they need to get over it. Fight for your freedom, or you'll lose it.
People aren't just *saying* it's an "abuse of power." It *is* an abuse of power. Spineless cowards.
Protesters are *saying* it's an "abuse of power" because it is. And was it only hundreds? 🖕 @thenyt.bsky.social
<<< Dismissing marching as “nothing” ignores how it builds the very momentum needed to win. It's one of the many actions we must take to protect the freedoms we’ve too often taken for granted.
Incorrect. Marches do matter. They don’t topple regimes overnight, but they make movements visible, energize new people, and put pressure on politicians and media. History shows big wins, from civil rights to immigrant rights, came from both public protest and economic action working together. >>>
<<< The fascists aren’t going away overnight. This is a long game we must play if we want to win. We are already seeing results (look at California), but it will take time, sustained effort, and real organizing. If you’re not exhausted, then you’re not doing enough.
<<< Engaging online about scandals also increases the chances that news outlets will cover them. Build a network of like-minded individuals, both locally and online, and make sure you contribute something meaningful to that network. These are just some of the actions you can take. >>>
<<< Regularly contact your representatives (and encourage your friends and family to do the same) should go without saying. Creating memes or other forms of art to mock and expose the hypocrisy of the Trump regime is extremely important. (you can also check my drive for some) >>>
<<< Join rapid response networks (which vary by state) to document ICE actions, raise public awareness, and help protect your community. Put up flyers in your neighborhood to spread information. I'm starting to add print flyers to my proton drive: drive.proton.me/urls/YWVWKWR21M#irpMgmIylJ5m >>>
There are things you can do other than just march. But you should still march (and promote them). There's 1,000+ immigration cases that the public can't see online. Habeas Dockets needs volunteers to pull & scan public records so the nation can see what’s happening. habeasdockets.org/ >>>
#epstein cover up continues #60minutes
Holy shit. Just did. You are the best fucking person in the world.
Here's a thread about it on Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/Epstein/co...
Today, 60 Minutes Australia released “Why is Donald Trump refusing to release the Epstein files?”, but they’ve since made the video private. WHY IS THE VIDEO PRIVATE?! If ANYONE downloaded it, please get it out there so others can view it. This is ridiculous. This was a “sneak peek.”
I’m filing a formal request for information about the Trump Administration’s action and role in directing federal law enforcement and military personnel in a recent operation intended to intimidate those defending a fair electoral process.
You're absolutely right. This is terrorism. These masked thugs are not legitimate federal agents. Real agents show their faces and present identification.
Volunteer to stop Trump from rigging the 2026 election. Just do it. Do your civic duty, you spoiled-ass American (that includes me). Also, donate if you can. Anything helps, even $2. secure.actblue.com/donate/erra-...
Federal agents open fire on family in San Bernardino.
If these states want to fix problems Instead of sending National Guard troops to DC for a fictitious crime spree They should look within Ohio has 4 of the nation’s 12 most dangerous cities South Carolina is the 42nd safest state West Virginia is 49th in healthcare and 50th in infrastructure
76% of the news outlets covering this story were right-leaning. It’s funny how MAGA thinks Putin was giving Trump a compliment. Putin was saying that he owns Trump.
😂😂😂
Spot on.
Here’s how the current one does.
Just for those who may be a little confused: This is how an American president should treat Putin.
<<< Relay this message to as many people as you possibly can.
The Texas State House is fighting back — and so must we, this Saturday, 8/16. This event is last-minute, but over 300 others have already popped up across the country. Americans must speak out and make it clear that everything Trump is doing is unacceptable. >>> fightthetrumptakeover.com
On Sept. 3, Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna will hold a Capitol press conference with Epstein survivors. They’re pushing a bill requiring AG Pam Bondi to release the Epstein case files. Good Job: 👏👏 Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky (R-KY) 👏👏 Rep. Ro Khanna of California (D-CA)
If you can, donate to the Texas House Democrats. Anything helps. riggedredistricting.com
Don't forget their fucking names. Scum.
Pathetic scum. Get these traitors OUT OF OFFICE!! They don't deserve to represent a fucking ham sandwich.
The two Democratic traitors were state senators Judith Zaffirini and Juan Hinojosa, who apparently thought it super important that Donald Trump be able to steal the 2026 midterm elections and end American democracy without any meaningful opposition from people who love this country and hate fascism
<<< India wasn’t under total siege, wasn’t fragmented into isolated enclaves, and its population had far more mobility and opportunity. “Good decisions” require real freedom and resources to make them — conditions Palestinians have been denied for generations.
Hamas and rocket fire are symptoms of decades of blockade, occupation, and broken political processes, not the starting point. Many voted for Hamas out of frustration and hope for change, not a desire for endless war. Comparing this to British-ruled India ignores huge differences: >>>
That 70%+ stat is cherry-picked — polls varied, many opposed killing civilians, seeing Oct 7 as resistance after decades in what rights groups call an open-air prison. Would you feel different living that? This isn’t about 1.9B Muslims obsessed with Jews. It’s about land, rights, & ending occupation
Painting all Arabs as wanting “to kill all Jews” is false and dangerous. History shows periods of coexistence, and Arab leaders have sought peace — Egypt, Jordan, 2002 Arab Peace Initiative. The reality is complex: land, sovereignty, and rights are at the heart of this conflict, not eternal hatred.
Exactly. True American leaders.
Agreed, as long as they’re not owned by corporations and are committed to putting forth an FDR-like agenda for the people. We’re not going to sacrifice and fight just to end up back where we were. I refuse.
Funny how that changed.
President Trump’s "federalization" of Washington D.C. is a test of the limits of his power -- and by extension of our democracy. interc.pt/4mBbUht
God, what I wouldn’t give to see that live.
Why would Trump call the National Guard on his own insurrection? That would be ridiculous.
“People should not be afraid of their governments. Governments should be afraid of their people.” —V for Vendetta
Fact. 😂
E X A C T L Y.
www.dailykos.com/stories/2016... It’s long, but read it.
Those revised economic numbers sure were impressive, too!
👏👏👏
WOW. This really was a "BIG" announcement, I mean YUGE! #DonaldTrump #Epstein
Nope. We’ve been rewarding the true terrorists, the Israeli government, for far too long.
Spot on — except you forgot to mention that the food, water, and medicine shortages are by design.
Israeli settler terrorists will be all that’s left.
In March, we spoke to Hoda Osman, the executive editor of Arab Reporters for Investigative Journalism, about how reporters with the Gaza Project investigate the killing and targeting of Palestinian journalists.
“Words aren’t enough at this point — action is required.” —Sharif Abdel Kouddous
Everybody had better be preparing to protect themselves and their communities. It’s time to fight for the freedoms we’ve taken for granted for far too long.
God, what’s crazy is that if I had heard this even a couple of years ago, I would’ve thought you were insane. Sadly, you’re not insane. You’re just paying attention.
the road to progress is littered with centrist liberals telling you it's not going to happen here
They’re *almost* worse than the fascists. We must elect progressive, FDR-style leaders. NO MORE cowardly, bought-and-paid-for CORPORATE DEMS!
Long gone, my friend.
NEW: Hours after Trump announced the deployment of the National Guard in D.C., a trial convened in California to determine whether the President’s use of the military in Los Angeles earlier this year violated federal laws. From: @jaknutson.bsky.social
Members of the US military have a choice to make. “Following Orders” is not a sufficient defense when prosecuted for crimes against humanity and democracy.
They had better choose wisely, because when this is over, EVERYONE will face the full force of the law — especially those sworn to uphold it.
He’s already at war with the American people.
Pathetic.
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