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DC Statehood! Now, more than ever! The denial of full representation and governing rights to Washington DC residents has allowed for too many abuses — most recently by Trump. Democrats must make DC Statehood a priority of their next administration and Congress!
This isn’t politics. It’s not left or right. It’s not conservative or liberal. Cutting funding to treat children with brain cancer is hate and greed.
Great conversation with @stevenbeschloss.bsky.social for ‘On Democracy with FPWellman’ tonight on @meidastouch.com! Catch it now! www.youtube.com/live/Ql-PEkV...
Missouri “Representative” Ann Wagner posted this and quickly deleted it. Luckily my friend found it for her! We won’t forget. Ann wants to pick her voters.
"He is scared. He knows his time of unlimited power is coming to an end. Will he try extreme measures to stay in power? Will he try to use military & fed agents to intimidate us? Will we choose to be strong or give in to his threats? " #Missouri #2nd
Actually those do work. You are literally doing exactly what I said in the piece. You’ve already surrendered. Come on.
Update on 9/10 Rally at the Missouri Capitol. The 9:30 am rally has been canceled. PLEASE join us Wed September 10 at noon at the Capitol building in Jeff City. It’s time to show up and tell these corrupt politicians no more power grabs! More info here: facebook.com/events/s/fig... 🚨PLEASE SHARE🚨
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!
Then make one. Join your local party committee. Organize your friends. Run for office. Sometimes no one will save us but ourselves. I tend to make my own plans.
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!
A powerhouse coalition of activists and labor leaders are gathering in Clayton’s Shaw Park to protest the insane Trump and Kehoe power grab with a mid-decade gerrymandering to pick their own voters. I’ll be there!! #stlouis #missouri #moleg
They are dismantling public healthcare.
Nothing is more comical than the Republican talking point that Trump is in the Epstein Files because he “turned him in.” There are more pictures of Trump partying with Epstein than of my grandparents Collins is a clown. www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaig...
She was a criminal and now they are giving her the honors of an American hero at the same time that the Republicans in the House refuse to hang a plaque honoring the hundreds of Capitol Police that defended them. Just disgusting. thehill.com/policy/defen...
I'm well aware. I know him. Everyone knows its illegal. You're missing the point entirely. What Trump wanted was video footage of people burning flags.
I am down for that
I know him. I assure you I know his courage and intentions just fine. I am a veteran too. Please...tell me more.
Where did I say not to protest? Where did I not say mock them, drag them, scream at them? What I said was don't walk into the trap. I literally have helped organize four protests this year. But start understanding this is a messaging war.
Yeah...but did they increase shareholder value? Isn't that what we are all here for after all? (sarcasm)
I get it. We want to oppose Trump but they are banking on people doing the opposite of whatever he says. “Don’t burn the flag!” So, a vet burns the flag in front of the White House. “SEE!! THEY HATE AMERICA!!” Wall to wall coverage. Stop stepping on the rakes these weirdos are laying out for you.
A functional Congress that remembers its Article I duties would be amazing right now.
Good buy to that whole “affordable” part. Why? Because billionaires got a tax break.
We’ve got a great ‘On Democracy with FPWellman’ tonight as I sit down with Ohio Rep. @greglandsman.bsky.social and discuss his Pledge to America plan and how we can take back our country. Live at 7et on @meidastouch.com www.youtube.com/live/vqfJ7yu...
Russian state media have amplified/praised Tulsi Gabbard. RIA Novosti called Gabbard a “superwoman,” and Russian TV hosts have discussed her approvingly; AP notes her comments have “earned her praise on Russian state TV. #Kompromat #NationalSecurity
Union Station just opened a new bagel shop, a new ice cream parlor, a new used vinyl records and book shop, and a new Uniqlo
President of League of Women Voters of #Florida is warning state legislators not to embark on a mid-decade congressional redistricting plan, saying it's unprecedented & violates the 2010 “Fair Districts” constitutional amendment. www.wlrn.org/government-p... via @wlrnnews.bsky.social
I had a great chat with former Navajo Nation president Jonathan Nez on the latest 'In the Hot Seat with FPWellman.' He is taking on one of the most extreme House MAGA's Eli Crane for the second time. Catch it now on @meidastouch.com youtu.be/6Puc2RaiATU?...
This is insane.
Looking forward to speaking in Webster Groves on Monday evening with the Jefferson Township Democrats. Offering my perspective on where we are, what lies ahead, and how we can move forward and turn this nation and state around. Hope locals will join us! #stlouis #missouri #moleg
Trump attacks mail-in/absentee voting. Reminding you the concept was started to support military serving far from home. Millions of Americans are unable to go to polls. Disenfranchising them is anti-American. I produced this ad in 2020 with @markhamillofficial.bsky.social at @lincolnproject.us.
She is quoting the New York Times
He is posting memes and statements right out of the white supremacist library. He is an open racist on the government payroll. It's unacceptable.
Media...start asking about re-enlistment rates. Not how many are signing up initially. Make Hegseth and National Guard leaders tell you how many service members are staying in. That's the indicator of a force that is tired of being abused and you have never seen Hegseth talk about it.
Why is it the second they are rejected by Democratic voters they go MAGA? Maybe they were all along?
A hat trick! That’s right folks Missouri has scored three Attorney Generals in a row who got elected and then ditched the job for D.C. glory! Hawley, Schmitt and Bailey! Public service? Nah. missouriindependent.com/2025/08/18/a...
This clinic is in Missouri Congressman Bob Onder’s district, but he’s too busy fighting with a school outside of his district over a pride flag. I’m hoping the real leaders can help out. Our veterans deserve better. @duckworth.senate.gov @jasonkander.bsky.social @fpwellman.bsky.social
About a 99% chance that is fake so you should ignore it.
You didn’t need to hear a thing from Trump or his staff to know his big Alaska summit was an utter disaster. My latest post open.substack.com/pub/fpwellma...
No. They are not. I happen to believe in changing things.
Guess what the Big Billionaire Bill is also going to do? Raise electric prices which are already skyrocketing because of datacenter demands, rising natural gas costs, and increasing usage thanks to climate change. In MO our electric company just raised them 12% in ONE MONTH. GOP? Silence
He’s done the work. He’s not a kid. Watch the interview.
Beyond her absolute monstrous behavior Marjorie Taylor Green had also been increasing her portfolio too. She’s got a second time opponent in @shawnforgeorgia.bsky.social and he’s ready. All new In the Hot Seat with FPWellman now on @meidastouch.com youtu.be/MkMyvPZ4qhA?...
All new 'Hot Seat with FPWellman' with Maine governor candidate Angus King III who faces a slew of exreme Republicans for the role. He's spent his life as a builder, leader, and organizer. Check it out now on @meidastouch.com youtu.be/SvBhxMYdWUw?...
A story from @tonymess.bsky.social in today’s @stltoday.com lays out how food pantries are already feeling the impacts of increasing prices, tariffs, and federal cuts. It’s only going to get worse. My latest. open.substack.com/pub/fpwellma...
We won't have an episode of Too Late to Cancel this week as we take a hiatus. I have some really exciting news to announce in the coming weeks but the team at TLTC can't thank you enough for your support of our little show.
They think they are untouchable.
You didn’t need to hear a thing from Trump or his staff to know his big Alaska summit was an utter disaster. My latest post open.substack.com/pub/fpwellma...
It’s unacceptable.
The Nation interview with Zohran Mamdani: The Nation: Just this morning, the White House spokesperson denounced you as “Zamdami.” Mamdani: I hope they find that guy.
🚨 🚨 The MAGA Gerrymander has all the makings of a Jan. 6 style attack on democracy. They’re just trying to rig the outcome before the election loss. Not after. VIDEO Link here for the full discussion: open.substack.com/pub/davidpep...
Great chat tonight with my friend and the first Iraq War veteran elected to Congress, Patrick Murphy on @meidastouch.com www.youtube.com/live/VRItQoE...
Great chat tonight with my friend and the first Iraq War veteran elected to Congress, Patrick Murphy on @meidastouch.com www.youtube.com/live/VRItQoE...
NEW — I’ve learned members of the DC National Guard were told they were being activated via a mass text message sent with no warning this evening, less than 24 hours before they were expected to show up. Here is the full text of the message, shared with me by a DCNG source:
Why does Trump attack Mamdani? Because, Mamdani says, “We will actually deliver on those commitments (to serve working people). And our delivery on them will throw his betrayal into stark relief. That is a threat to his politics, and it motivates so much of this language and this focus that he has.”
Looking forward to hanging out with Nick Paro to talk veterans ans more — open.substack.com/live-stream/...
Hegseth was all but shaking with anticipation to unleash his "Alpha Warrior" new military on his fellow citizens. They are going to break our soldiers with their disgusting plans. My latest. open.substack.com/pub/fpwellma...
Correct. It's outrageous and goes against everything we stand for.
Yep. Another ‘1,000 year’ rain event. This time in Milwaukee. These aren’t rare anymore and we need to be preparing for them. Instead Trump and the Republicans are dismantling FEMA and abandoning science. We must be preparing not hiding from reality.
How desperate is Cuomo that he will bend the knee? Pathetic.
Deploying the Marines against Americans and trying to deport the family members of veterans is bad for our national security and military readiness. It’s important for Americans to continue exercising their First Amendment rights. It matters.
All new ‘On Democracy with FPWellman’ now on @meidastouch.com! I dove into the impossibly malevolent leadership of Pete Hegseth of DOD and Doug Collins at VA. They are destroying these important institutions and we will all pay for it. www.youtube.com/live/EZAz9G_...
Our job is to change that.
Being transgender is not misconduct. These servicemembers have a reliance argument (contract law) that should succeed in court. Otherwise what’s to prevent any admin from just finding arbitrary reason to dismiss military people right before they retire??
The Special Session was supposed to be about the floods. Abbott and his Republican conspirators have never cared about the victims. Just another opportunity to keep power. I couldn’t imagine harboring so much hate for the people you are supposed to represent. So little respect.
I got a memo from the Army Secretary that waives mental health exams for most soldiers being kicked out of the service under punitive chapters. It again stigmatizes mental health care and increases the likelihood of suicide and homelessness in the veteran community. open.substack.com/pub/fpwellma...
What a jackass.
I got a memo from the Army Secretary that waives mental health exams for most soldiers being kicked out of the service under punitive chapters. It again stigmatizes mental health care and increases the likelihood of suicide and homelessness in the veteran community. open.substack.com/pub/fpwellma...
It's hard to describe how dangerous what Texas and Missouri are doing. They are simply trying to steal Congress in the middle of the decade to help Trump. It's about a direct effort of the President to get his allies to ensure voters don't get an equal voice in their representation to preserve power
We have an incredible ‘Too Late to Cancel’ tomorrow! Our friend @kaivanshroff.bsky.social joins to talk about how Mamdani is taking NYC and more. Then a panel with actor and veteran @markvalley.bsky.social and comedian @kathryngong.bsky.social! Join us at 11am ET! www.youtube.com/live/o1o3t19...
Wait. I was assured this was new.
Nauseating.
Utterly disgusting.
No. It’s happening right now. They just released the new map yesterday. It’s quite current but we do talk about what to do too.
All new ‘On Democracy with FPWellman’ coming up at 7pm ET exclusively on @meidastouch.com with Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa on the outrageous district rigging by the states Republicans for Donald Trump. Splitting her city into 5 pieces! Catch it tonight! @ginaforaustin.bsky.social
Catch it here: www.youtube.com/live/a02xIHw...
All new ‘On Democracy with FPWellman’ coming up at 7pm ET exclusively on @meidastouch.com with Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa on the outrageous district rigging by the states Republicans for Donald Trump. Splitting her city into 5 pieces! Catch it tonight! @ginaforaustin.bsky.social
The “revised down” numbers are just an admission of lies that they carried to pass the most destructive bill in recent history. Energy prices climbing, student loan processing up, healthcare cost increasing, and food. Now new tariffs. He builds a $200M tacky ballroom. This is the New Gilded Age.
Bernie Sanders: “27 members of the Senate Dem Caucus voted to stop sending arms shipments to a Netanyahu government which has waged a horrific, immoral and illegal war against the Palestinian people. The tide is turning. The American people do not want to spend billions to starve children in Gaza.”
Inflation again rising while nonfarm payrolls totaled only 73,000 for July, below even the meager market expectations for a gain of 100,000. June and May totals were revised sharply lower to near zero. The weakest pace of growth since the onset of the 2020 pandemic.
Party preferences in the U.S. have shifted back to favor Democrats for the first time since 2023, according to a new Gallup poll. 46% of Americans now consider themselves Democrats or lean more to the Democratic Party. It's 43% for Republicans. Republicans led in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Yet another record rain....we keep breaking them. Weird.
Remember when we bombed them like a month ago? Remember how we said they wouldn't just sit back and take it? Remember how MAGA dismissed it as a total victory? One of the things I learned over 3 combat tours in Iraq is that people in that region have a much longer timeline for things than we do.
I am so confused. Isn't the current Mayor the one who should be rattled?
Brand new 'In the Hot Seat' with South Dakota Independent Senate candidate Brien Bengs. He's a Navy vet and retired from the Air Force. After working as a Park Ranger he is running to unseat Mike Rounds. Check it out exclusively on @meidastouch.com @bengsforsd.bsky.social youtu.be/EobGWV6f6Y8?...
🚨 🚨 NEW Whiteboard on Winning Democracy in the Long Term Who would ever use big money to prioritize statehouses? Um…the Koch Brothers, that’s who. It’s called ALEC and it’s why they’ve been winning. We must do the same. WATCH and RT 1/
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Thanks. Also it’s free.
Everyone was baffled when Trump claimed his smart Uncle John taught the Unabomber at MIT last week. As it turns out Jeffrey Epstein used to regale his friends with a story that he studied with Ted Kaczynski in college. Did Trump roll out an anidote from the old days hanging with Epstein? My latest:
Dammit...thanks
Correct. It's in the story.
Everyone was baffled when Trump claimed his smart Uncle John taught the Unabomber at MIT last week. As it turns out Jeffrey Epstein used to regale his friends with a story that he studied with Ted Kaczynski in college. Did Trump roll out an anidote from the old days hanging with Epstein? My latest:
Join us live right now! www.youtube.com/live/xiFp3yp...
He stabbed a kindergartener 2 dozen times. I’ve not got a tear to shed for his untimely death. — Illinois Man Convicted in Killing of Palestinian American Boy Dies in Custody www.nytimes.com/2025/07/26/u...
We’re back tomorrow with a brand new live episode of 'Too Late To Cancel'! Join me as I chat with former Ohio Democratic Chairman David Pepper. Stick around for a lively panel featuring two fantastic comedians US Army combat veteran Thom Tran and Mike Sampson. 11 am ET/8am PT LIVE!
He doesn’t care. Pete Hegseth is a child over his head.
Todd Blanche meeting the Ghislaine Maxwell:
You’re missing a great ‘On Democracy with FPWellman’ on @meidastouch.com with former FTC Commissioner Alvaro Bodeya right now! www.youtube.com/live/_8gPlWY...
All new ‘On Democracy with FPWellman’ tonight at 7pm ET with former FTC Commissioner @bedoyausa.bsky.social talking about Trump’s destruction of our federal agencies and more. Don’t miss it on @meidastouch.com www.youtube.com/live/_8gPlWY...
Important lesson from Wisconsin: WI Gov Tony Evers had united Dem support for a 2026 reelection bid. Top Republicans were avoiding the race. Evers was poised to win. Yet, at 73, he stood down in order to spend more time with his grandkids—and, in so doing, opened the way for generational change.
It’s not a joke. Jesus.