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A comfortable life used to be the American Dream. Not being a financial mogul. Not fighting for the top spot on the food chain. Working to get your share of the pie with the whip cream on top. Grabbing enough food to fill your plate, but leaving plenty on the table for others. Let’s do that again.
The United States has seen 291 mass shootings in 2025. That’s more than one mass shooting every day. This isn’t normal. Weapons of war don’t belong on the streets. We need real action to save lives.
They should do it anyway for the environmental benefits.
Everyone needs to remember that the American president is, by original design, supposed to be just a temp employee subordinate to We The People. (Gift link) www.nytimes.com/2025/08/27/o...
“There are those who would try to refuse the worker any effective power to bargain collectively, to earn a decent livelihood and to acquire security. It is those shortsighted ones who threaten this country with class dissension…” — Franklin Roosevelt, Sep. 6, 1936 www.thebulwark.com/p/labor-day-...
Seems like a good day for a reminder about the thousands of lawsuits against Donald Trump and his companies, millions in fines for unpaid work, 24 violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act, countless liens for stiffing contractors, and 4 corporate bankruptcies.
During COVID, human absence led to clearer water, increased sightings of endangered Hawaiian monk seals, and more active fish populations. They can't wait for us to be gone. They want their home back. phys.org/news/2025-08...
"She did not die defending the Constitution. She died trying to overturn it. She was not protecting lives at a gate in Iraq; she was forcing her way through windows in the Capitol to stop the peaceful transfer of power." New from @markhertling.bsky.social:
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As I speak across Missouri's 2nd Congressional District and the St. Louis area I keep hearing our fellow Americans expressing doubt and fear of what lies ahead. We have to push away defeatism. It’s nothing more than surrendering in advance. I refuse. You should too. Check out my new post!
Chancellor Merz: I strongly advocate that we, the Europeans, together with the American government, carefully discuss the next steps. There must be a reason for Putin to be willing to meet with Zelenskyy, possibly with additional participants.
This really, really needs to change.
Being aware of our mistakes is the best part of making them
Wow: French President Emmanuel Macron just called out Trump at a major press conference with the German Chancellor 😳
Neil Young quits Facebook and Instagram over Meta's use of chatbots with children 'Meta's use of chatbots with children is unconscionable,' Young's team shared in a statement. www.cbc.ca/music/neil-y...
There are more guns than people in the US. Another deadly school shooting and all some politicians offer is thoughts and prayers. Stop voting for these pro gun politicians who think gun rights are more important than young lives.
Three of the worst humans of our time. History will not be kind.
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The CDC is gutting a program that monitors foodborne illnesses. The program will now only track infections caused by two pathogens, rather than eight. Hello? How does this “Make America Healthy Again”?
Excellent question.
Like a deadly virus, created in the lab of bad public policy at the Heritage Foundation, Project 2025 has been let loose on our nation with impacts we are all just beginning to comprehend. My latest on Substack: open.substack.com/pub/jimacost...
You the apple Him the tree Sweet, crisp, with just enough tart bite, and a satisfying finish in healthy digestion
my mom to my kid: have you ever actually dialed a phone? my kid: yeah! I did it in a museum 💀
The point is *Christians, The Religious Sect That Asserts Power not Service* is a corruption of the Christ within us/ The Word made flesh... love Jesus turning those tables over is every person who gets the service and love part and despises the Use this for power over people part S'all
This is good: With Trump/RFK destroying CDC, JB Pritzker's officials are exploring the possibility of buying Covid vaccines from manufacturers and distributing them in-state themselves, source tells me. Dem govs must step up and fill the void. New piece from me: newrepublic.com/article/1998...
4am thoughts
We have a path to win the House AND the Senate in 2026. Fight. Organize. A better country is possible.
By a 7-4 vote, the full Federal Circuit has *affirmed* a lower-court ruling holding that many of President Trump’s tariffs exceed his statutory authority. The ruling won’t go into effect until October 14, though—which gives the Trump administration plenty of time to seek intervention from #SCOTUS:
A federal judge has ordered Florida to shut down "Alligator Alcatraz," after the state spent a staggering $218M to build the now-vacant detention camp. Closing it will run taxpayers another $20M. An utterly cruel and costly waste.
I so hope she breaks her streak. Just one R Then one more Then [thoughts and prayers for] a building stream of real America First from pent up shame and any little bit of patriotism and honor each may have...
What a cursed sentence (gift link) “The A.I. companies selected to oversee the program would have a strong financial incentive to deny claims. Medicare plans to pay them a share of the savings generated from rejections.”
Mike Johnson dismisses the unpopularity of the Big Beautiful Bill: "The individual provisions of that giant piece of legislation are wildly popular." CNN host John Berman immediately debunks that claim.
But healthcare for poor children costs too much… www.stripes.com/theaters/us/...
We are in very dark times. It’ll take an entire political/social movement, an overwhelming rebuke at the polls, and a new vision of governance to unstick this country from whatever this collapse is.
My grandfather also wants to pass along the message that RFK Jr. is destroying one of the prime achievements of American medicine. This is something he knows well, given the decades of his life he dedicated to medicine, to the scientific pursuits, and to helping research new treatments for diseases.
The de minimis exemption, which allowed imported packages worth less than $800 to enter the U.S. without facing any duties, will end for all countries on August 29.
Yes, it should. However, that would require an effective mainstream media in America — which we don’t currently have.
Reading the new details about what went down at CDC, one thing jumps out at me: In standing up to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Director Monarez has shown the kind of backbone and integrity that often earns public servants a Profile in Courage Award— —awarded by the family of John F. Kennedy.
Brett Meiselas: Israel’s assault on Gaza City has killed 61 in 24 hours, over 62K since it began, and injured 159K. Entire areas are leveled while propaganda claims “all is fine.” Propaganda tries to hide famine and devastation, but we must speak out against these genocidal actions.
Sen. Patty Murray is calling for RFK Jr. to be fired. "We cannot let RFK Jr. burn what's left of the CDC and our other critical health agencies to the ground—he must be fired." "I hope my Republican colleagues who have come to regret their vote to confirm RFK Jr. will join me."
35 years ago yesterday we lost Stevie Ray Vaughan in a helicopter crash. He was also 35 years old at the time of his death. SRV is considered to be one of the most influential musicians in the history of blues music, and one of the greatest guitarists of all time. ❤️🎵🎸 youtu.be/t54xyIcgbks?...
From children killed in #Minneapolis mass shooting to Harlem Senior caught in crossfire, epidemic of #gunviolence is excruciating Disgustingly, leaders still sell promises of "Tough on Crime" ad the death toll rises & we continue a demonic obsession with #guns www.nydailynews.com/2025/08/27/w...
My youngest made a friend at his new school. This friend doesn't eat lunch - doesn't bring one from home nor buy one at school Youngest shared some of his lunch yesterday and asked if he could bring extra for his friend, so now we are just going to send an extra meal with him Proud of my kiddo
The corporate euphemisms for price hikes are hilarious. Urban Outfitters: "gentle" price adjustments Victoria's Secret: "evolving promotional approach" Hormel: "targeted pricing actions” @wsj.com $HRL www.wsj.com/business/ear...
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GOV. @gavinnewsom.bsky.social : “Facts are stubborn things… Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas…. Alabama is a top 3 murder state. Where is the President? — He isn’t focused on crime & violence. It’s about an expression of authoritarianism.” (H/T @acyn.bsky.social )
PACER down, per notice from the federal court in Minnesota. "ECF is currently down. Users may receive a 404 error when accessing ECF. This is a national issue affecting courts across the country."
Such a disingenuous asshat. He’s just the worst.
This is how it should be in our Nation.
No More Kings! We do not serve those we elect They serve us.
Scientists have studied mRNA for decades. The vaccine has proven to be safe & effective-saving millions of lives. Researchers are working on mRNA vaccine for HIV. RFK Jr is an ignorant nut. In 2019 he visited Samoa & told ppl measles vaccine is dangerous. Tragically he was believed. 83 kids died
"Every school in the country should have a metal detector." Sean, what are metal detectors at schools there to detect? A baloney sandwich or a GUN? You would be preventing the entry of people with GUNS because GUNS are the problem, you shamelessly dishonest idiot.
We have drugs in Canada, too.
As we all know, the United States is the only country on the planet where these drugs exist. It definitely has to be the drugs that we alone use. Can’t be something else.
The full quote is actually somehow more insane. He says something along the lines of being able to "see the mitochondria imbalance" in kids by just walking past them. A guy with no medical degree, no medical training, etc. It's just the Center for Disease now.
NEW: Kilmar Abrego Garcia is asking a federal judge for a gag order against Kristi Noem, Pam Bondi and their subordinates. w/ @joshgerstein.bsky.social www.politico.com/news/2025/08...
The idiocy of these authoritarian wannabes may be what saves us ultimately But people will suffer before they are defeated. The steady and wise rebuild is an essential message now Use the Preamble. History will not be a lie believed, it will be a lie thwarted and destroyed
Can I offer you a radish in these trying times? #illustration #art #watercolor #watercolour #painting
Hi. Gun owner, here. Responsible gun owners don’t fear common-sense safety laws; they follow them already. The ones who freak out are reckless. A lot of them are doing things they know are dangerous, and they don't want to be accountable to anyone. They're the reason we must have laws.
Meiselas: It seems that the outcome that Republicans want is whatever the worst possible outcome could be. More disease, more deaths, more murders, a horrible economy. And let’s literally pick the worst people for each possible position at every level.
It's possible ... hear me out, here …. It may well be that these people lie their asses off whenever they exhale
It shouldn't be up to American children to save each other from getting shot. It's the job of American adults to stop shootings from happening in the first place. Ban assault weapons again now.
One thing that really hits you when you're directly affected by gun violence in schools is that there's nowhere to hide. Public, private, religious, whatever - unless you're going to homeschool your kids, we live in a world where they're at risk of something like this happening.
Children murdered because they went to school. Seniors shots because they went to mass. Public servants assassinated because they chose to serve. When will it be enough for us to decide that we deserve better? To acknowledge that we, quite literally, cannot live like this?
Thank you! This is awesome in so many ways we need ritht now! 🙂🎶🫶
In this extremely dark timeline, I came across this clip of Benny Andersson teaching his ABBA bandmates the melody to “Dancing Queen” — and I’m running with it.
Hi, immunologist here: (a scientist who studies immune & inflammatory processes) RFK Jr is talking absolute bullshit when he says he can “see in kids faces that they have inflammation” That’s NOT how immunology works. He is an anti-science profiteer. Start calling him such.
Little kids are having to use their bodies to shield friends from gunfire while armed soldiers are busy picking up trash.
Trump and Kari Lake lose on their effort to remove the Director of Voice of America.
He’s the Vice President of the United States. He could actually *do* something about this instead of just play pretend games.
Folks who scream, "WE NEED PRAYER IN SCHOOL!!" can have a seat
There is a massive walk out at the CDC by staff unfolding right now. It is NECESSARY. I stand in solidarity with my CDC colleagues. standing up for science and public health. It is a moral imperative.
This is Thanos. He has figured out how to rest and babysit at the same time. Very impressive, very Montessori. 13/10 (TT: thanosthesaint)
"Pat, why do you carry that ridiculous 600mm lens on long hikes?" Buddy, I can see mountains reflected in the eyes of a trailside pika.
This interview, which is also available to listen to as a podcast, provides a useful overview of some of the dangerous trends we’ve been seeing in recent months regarding federalization and militarization of state and local police functions.
This makes me question the president’s health more than the size of his ankles
Also, the ass kissing could be a performance for the cult. AND... For some reason, they have to stick together - no other reason RFKjr has not been dumped
Newsom: Perhaps the president could deploy the National Guard in every corner of Mississippi. Murder rate is out of control there. And the governor may want to make that phone call.
Starbucks CEO pay: $96 MILLION Starbucks worker pay: $15,000 Coca-Cola CEO pay: $28 MILLION Coca-Cola worker pay: $14,000 CEOs used to make like 20x the average worker. In 2024, the average CEO earned 632x more. The system is rigged.
If someone tells you there's nothing we can do about gun violence beyond thoughts and prayers, remind them: —Gun laws in other countries have prevented mass shootings —More guns don't make us safer —A majority of Americans want gun reform We don't have to live like this.
Massive walkout underway at CDC. RFK jr. must resign so that we can be safe.
Here's some good news: Catelin Drey won a special election this week to flip a seat blue in the Iowa Senate and break Republicans' supermajority.
I am so confused as to why so much of Bluesky wants to nominate a democratic presidential candidate NOW instead of trying to organize for state and congressional elections that will set the conditions for any candidate later
Brutal. A humiliation ritual.
Japan has just opened its first osmotic power plant 🌊⚡ This works by mixing fresh & salt water across a membrane, creating pressure that drives a turbine to make electricity. This site will generate 880,000 kWh a year...while helping run a desalination plant providing fresh water to the city 👏
What's it cost to occupy a city with soldiers and then have them pick up trash because there's nothing really for them to do?
Reup: John Roberts gave Ed "Big Balls" Cositine live and unaudited access to every Americans' social security data. www.emptywheel.net/2025/08/26/a...
This is your Democratic campaign message for 2026
National Guard is now tasked with picking up garbage in DC
It’s a war zone here in #Chicago just look at the city parks right now…
Fun fact: US oil production is down slightly from this time last year — when Biden was president — despite Trump’s “drill, baby, drill” policies.
HELPLESS MAN ATTACKED BY A PACK OF WOLVES
[P] In honor of #NationalDogDay, and in the interest of posting something that’s not completely doom-filled, here a video of me getting buried under fourteen golden retriever puppies back in 2021. Genuinely one of the best memories of my life.