None of this tRump and Musk and DOGE stuff is normal. We need strong, swift, decisive action by our Democratic leadership - NOW! #StopTheCoup #ResistTheFelon #FightFascism
None of this tRump and Musk and DOGE stuff is normal. We need strong, swift, decisive action by our Democratic leadership - NOW! #StopTheCoup #ResistTheFelon #FightFascism
In normal times, I am a big fan of the boring candidate who provides facts and figures for her/his platform. A highly qualified and competent technocrat who knows how to go into office and get things done. And that’s who the Dems are right now.
Unfortunately, MAGA loves incompetent inflammatory blowhards, who swagger around randomly smashing things. These Dems are not the ones who can respond appropriately. And they are not responding appropriately.
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Posts like this on social media are meaningless without action.
We’ve got ALL the wrong people in Dem positions. They aren’t fighters. Where are the rallies? Where are the press conference? Where are the major events? If I didn’t know better I’d say the Dems are Trump supporters.
This is why we need a new progressive party. Run exclusively in Democratic Party primaries - no challenges in the general so we don’t draw off voters but try and get our own people on the Dem ticket.
@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social Selling his book... I think that's his priority. Maybe thinks he's the next Obama? Not real happy with him right now!
Hakeem needs to take a step back. He truly seems to lack any awareness of the extreme emergency of our country. If the Dems gain control of the house, he will be speaker and from what I’ve seen he’s going to suck at it.
He thinks he’ll be Speaker in two years if the party that controls the White House takes its usual midterm drubbing. Maybe. Meanwhile, there will be two years of incredible damage that he will have done nothing to stop. The Garland analogy is spot on.
He does suck
Our Leader in the House needs to step back?! You’re all fools or chaos making trolls.
The problem is he isn’t actually leading.
I automatically unsubscribe from all DEM fundraising emails. If I want to donate, I will track down the campaign and give them money.
I’ve been riding for Jeffries but even I am getting frustrated.
Donald attacked our military & the attack continues. It is an attack from within & it is doing more damage than any foreign enemy could do. youtu.be/xdMVKNFpuj8
There are only a handful who are meeting the moment and it’s alarming.
It’s sickening, like talking to a wall ! Does the democratic not get it ? Or do they want us to lose again. @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social should step it up or move out the way !!
Until the folks that put trump back in office have had enough at this point Democrats have busted their asses trying to prove how unfit he is. 2 impeachments, Mueller report, J6 committee, everyone campaigning against him, all while he was using his president card to avoid being investigated.
Seriously. What are they doing? Rally the people, speak up!
Pathetic.
He and Schumer both need to be replaced. Yesterday. Can’t believe no one is calling for it.
When Democrat win the control of congress . Some Democrat who want to run for speakers in 2027 on Democrat side. Make sense. Hakeem Jefferies not a serious speakers
It's like most of them are acting like deer caught in the headlights after informing us the car is a mile down the road headed straight for us. WTF! Set some spikes on that road ffs 😤
Tell him to get off his book tour‼️
People are not happy and they're not having it. He's got protesters following him around the country and at his office.. www.ktvu.com/video/1597577
The only conclusion I can reach by witnessing the Dems soft, do nothing approach is that they are part of it, just like Merrick Garland.
I wish I knew the answer to that..
Got this yesterday and it pissed me off bc its like that one BIL who shows up every so often and wants money and then disappears until he needs another handout.
Fuck you @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social! Grow some balls and a spine.
The DNC fundraising emails are infuriating. Give us $3 so we can rebuild the party infrastructure. WTAF?!? Shoe and tell us what your party leaders are actually doing to take this threat seriously!!
Wasn’t he just on a book tour touting his book? These guys are not working for us. They are only doing things that enrich themselves. Then they post nonsense. Meanwhile AOC and Bernie are out with the people. And Elizabeth Warren too. And Jasmine Crockett.
Chris Murphy and Brian Schatz as well
Lord have mercy. Jeffries is bringing a soft tweet to a gun fight. What happened?
I mean, hey thanks for the tip Hakeem.
Awful, right??
They are pathetic. And one of the reasons we are in this mess. They can’t message. I don’t know why they don’t hire Republicans to do it for them. It sucks to be politically homeless and you have to rely on democrats. Only a handful are worth a damn. Both parties need to go.
How do I get veterans in Western Kentucky? We can do something.
Attention “Team Kamala Harris,” “Dems Win,” “DNC Store,” and every other Act Blue site I’ve had to “Reply Stop” to this week alone. There is a coup on. FIGHT THE COUP!!! FIGHT THE COUP!!! FIGHT THE COUP!!! I have stopped wondering what is wrong with the Democrats...
i'm afraid the whole waiting for magic politicians is a waste of time... There have never been such thing in my Memory: HHH Knew that Nixon was a traitor to the US in October 1968. I heard it from his own lips, But he decided that using that as political weapon was too Ungentlmanly.
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I know how to donate, have donated . Dem text messages impossible to - stop - make me think you are fucking with me. Here’s a question. Do you really want to fuck with me ?
Yeah. Dems unfortunately are Fuk’d. Need someone with enough balls to actually push back. They need someone to lead a real resistance to this shitshow or they are going to lose a lot more elections
My party has to be doing more than this in order to resist yes pointing this shit out is important but there needs to be what is being about the save act bill and post office situation? Because fascism spreads to both we're fucked
But Jeffries’ post was criticizing an action by Trump so it’s unclear why Fred is so hopping mad about it
I really think we need to know what the chain of command is in the RNC. Someone at the top is corrupt or just wildly incompetent.
Yes, please and thank you. FFS. Jeffries is a ineffective at best. We THE PEOPLE need fire.
If I hadn’t seen them walk, I’d swear they were all bots… with a few exceptions
Fred is right; Trump's secret sauce was he never sat down; he never shut up. It didn't matter how stupid what he said was, he was taking over the narrative because the press let him. It's now clear that Americans prefer performance over governance so if we want to govern again, we better perform.
Say that.
1000%. “Strong and wrong is, sadly, better than right”
Except the key here is "the press let him". That's the exact damn problem now, isn't it? The press acquiesces to the GOP and Trump and flavors all their coverage in their favor. But when Dems try to do the same strategy? The press gives scorn, rage, accusations of being the "real fascists" etc.
And we're seeing that exact dynamic right now: the media, not just legacy media but even social media, gilding GOP actions in the most generous terms while every Dem action is put under a microscope and treated as negatively as possible, if it deigns to recognize Dem action all where/when it happens
So Democrats should be more like offensive fascist wannabe dictators and his goons? Trump has no secret sauce. He just gives racist sexist bigots an excuse to be as awful as he is. THE PRESS LETS HIM, as you note. They don’t do that for Democrats.
Focus on the shitshow of the GOP. That’s where it is needed, not on the show of the Dems like they want it.
They cower. They fund raise. They don't understand why we are asking them to do something. They claim they are helpless and powerless. If they are not going to do their job. They need to step aside and let the Crockett 's and AOC's lead the charge.
Fuck em. They can catch up. Bargaining units have copped to the fact that this is bullshit. #MutinyMonday is going to hit as soon as the court doors open. Kash may be high AF, but he's not stupid. He can't afford the heat like Kaptain Khole.
He can’t do social media obviously and he’s quite lacking in political skills… hope the book and book tour are both going well
This so much. Right? What the f*ck is @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social doing? Does his office even know? Does he know? @aoc.bsky.social @repjasmine.bsky.social ladies, please educate them on how to take action. Please.🙏
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@fpwellman.bsky.social might want to follow @ariellaelm.bsky.social she covers this daily
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Preach, Fred. I hope someone f'ng listens, and soon.
I second this! Couldn't be weaker right now, when so much more is needed. That said, whenever a Dem asks me for money, I tell them until the Democrats decry the genocide in Gaza, I cannot give to them. I'd rather see Democracy end than support genocide.
Bravo! I third this!
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God I am so tired of the complacency. That post was so dull. They aren't leaders. We need to be the leaders and to take action. They're not doing anything of substance.
They have people sabotaging them. That's the only explanation.
American people are going to have to fight this . We cannot count on any elected representatives Republican or Democrat. It’s up to the American people. We have the power. If you get this philosophy and let go of the fear. We can get our democracy/ constitution & America back.
sort of make you even wonder who some of these Democratic 'Leaders' are working for, doesn't it. @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social & @schumer.senate.gov are useless limp dicks who make Neville Chamberlain look like George S. Patton.
This is the WashingtonDC WALLSTREET Inc. very lucrative club that's existed FOR DECADES. THIS IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE IN REAL TIME. SMOOTH TALKERS. Throwing crumbs to the American people under the guise of 'fighting a colossal battle' with their 'friends across the aisle'.. political platitudes.
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I’m thinking Jeffries isn’t the right person to lead the opposition.
Where’s Nancy Pelosi?
Broken hip. Recovering. But not in leadership any more.
You have some of the next-gen Dems, @aoc.bsky.social @repjasmine.bsky.social @maxwellfrost.bsky.social bringing the heat, while the House and Senate party leadership seem like caricatures, often approaching Mayor Quimby levels.
Jasmine Crockett should be Minority Leader.
Man, I just had a frightening thought. What if all these just-lay-low BLUE Reps, Senators, etc-Wait Too Long to show Any strength against RED? What if Voters Even Start To Think, "Well, Hell. RED can't be any worse than this." BLUE had better Get Back Into The Fight-Everywhere-Very Soon!
They compromised. Either by GOP, Russia or incompetence.
Dude is not ready for prime time and needs to step aside.
I believe the maga supporters get their “happiness” high from Trump’s constant blathering whether lies or not as he inserts “(unsavory) jokes” to get the laugh factor which keeps people in the high stage.
What is the next chess move here? Republicans also need to join the “game.” I hate calling it a game because is not sports or a game but that’s what “they” have sunken to the level of.
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“Golden age”? For gods sake, people.. I would be pleased just to wake up anywhere but this asylum for the criminally insane!
Who in the world are they listening to? My friends who are independent and repub lite cannot believe they aren’t fighting more. They are losing the ones they claim to want.
I think they can be louder but they are a minority. It’s up to us.
Do not look to Dems to lead. They are bought and paid for by corporate interests. They are managed by high priced consultants. Look into a mirror. What do you see? Do you see a fighter? Do you see someone with courage? Do you see the future? Then you can stand strong and lead the resistance.
Leader Jeffries is busy doing a paid book tour and can’t be reached for comment.
I’m sorry @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social but you’re too fucking nice. This is NOT what we need right now
Well said! bsky.app/profile/henl...
@aoc.bsky.social @petebuttigieg.bsky.social @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social @jamestalarico.bsky.social @ Corey Booker would love to see our strongest leaders and important voices join the protests and speak on March 4th!!!
Riot! Get arrested! Get your face out there and challenge! Make an effort, for Pete's sake @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social !
Fred, serious question after this nonsense continues with Jeffries, especially after he defended Eric Adams. Is this man compromised ? Wouldn’t the coup be wildly successful if they bought themselves a minority leader of the opposition? What explanation makes sense of his insanity right now?
He is a coward, pretty sure that sums up why most are not speaking out. I agree that anyone who truly fights this will be overwhelmingly reelected if we actually have elections.
Good points because he seemed different like not even that long ago. Like something happened to him!!
I agree. I saw this and thought how weak. How limp. If Hakeem is a great strategist - super but have someone else be the face of the party.
You have a pathological hatred of Democrats and Jeffries in particular— you should get help
It's not hatred to expect more.
What specifically do you Bernie bro leftists want besides to take over the party?
I am neither a Bernie Bro or radically left. Again, there is nothing hateful about expecting more. For example, I am impressed with the communication skills of AOC. Hakeem is not messaging well in the opinion of many including me. That does not make me a Bernie bro or leftist or hater.
You’re not a Bernie Bros, but you’re “impressed with”🙄 & promoting AOC- who just met w NY DSA. Ok…bros
I call them "BernieBrainDeads" now.
I am impressed with her. She has grown into the job and she speaks in ways that make an impression on people and doesn't come across as a Washington politician. I don't agree with her on everything but she is an effective messenger unlike alot of old school Democrats.
At least Bernie is taking action and going to the people. Talking to folks in red states about what’s going on. That’s called leadership. thehill.com/homenews/adm...
I agree. That doesn't make me anybody's "Bro".
Im not a Bernie Bro, either. Just want to see action. Dems can’t do anything legislatively because they’re in the minority? Well, then get GOP voters mad at their electeds! They can work on that.
Totally agree. Rinse, repeat, rinse, repeat, rinse repeat on the message.
They are already! Have you missed the coverage of GOP town halls?
I have not missed it but no one on Fox is seeing that. Dems must do more messaging everywhere. Constant digestible, repetitive sound bite messaging. Ex: Chain saw ads saying GOP is taking a chain saw to your money, your job, your health & your safety. Capitol steps demanding Epstein files...etc.
House & Senate Democrats are doing the same thing. They are going home to their districts and talking to their constituents & letting them know what’s going on in DC.
Well Bernie and Warren certainly proved this weekend that they are a hell a lot better than Democratic leadership as messengers. MSM covered both their weekend events. Sorry to say but Jeffries book tour didn't.
Bernie is doing a great job out there. I was never a "Bro" but always liked him (and Warren too). He is able to connect with people of all ages and I am really happy to see him out there.
Finding my peace muting you
Whatever works for you.
What did he do? Did he try to convince his audiences how bad the Trump administration is on Black civil rights, and why they should care?
Bernie Sanders is currently sucking up to Elon
Blessed to have Warren as my senator. Will work for a good a good candidate who will primary Market, hopefully my Congressman Jake Auchincloss.
Tremors getting to me in my typing. Markey not Market.
You can do both, like I do with the standard white American voter.
Jeffries seems like a nice guy. Totally ineffectual, but a nice guy. And the wrong guy for these times.
CONGRESS IS NOT BACK IN SESSION UNTIL MARCH. You go do something other than shitting on the minority Party.
At what point will the elected democrats learn that taking the time to show up even in small red areas matters. Even if your policies support those areas, people want to be seen, listened to. Rural support gained from 2018 -March of 24 disappeared. Likely b/c crowd size priority. Felt unseen again
Big difference between Hakeem and Bernie. One’s a corporate doosh, the other’s been fighting since forever.
Hakeem has slowly morphed into this hack ever since Trump got elected and now he is on a book tour while US govt is being stripped and taken apart.
They will never meet this Moment. Some of this lays at their feet. When they had congress the safeguards could have been strengthened, codified Roe, expanded the SC, and many more to keep us safe. Their arrogance and disconnect from working people had led us to this danger.
I’m continuously disappointed with @thedemocraticparty.bsky.social every fucking day
Seriously.
Not seeing the issue with this.
They don’t seem to realise the normal playbook will not work. This is war
@fpwellman.bsky.social better tell the leaders of the Democratic Party they are acting like Quislings and what happens in the end.
Dead wood need trimmed and not worried how it’s done till we get real leaders to fight the power
Hold the line! We don't have time to start over. I know you mean well, Fred. But this post is an invitation for more Hakeem bashing. At this moment, we cannot let the perfect be the enemy of the good.
We haven’t reached good yet. Far from it. Inconvenient truth: Jeffries cares more about becoming Speaker than being an effective leader of the opposition. He cares about himself more than us.
What would you like to see him do?
Hakeem has been the U.S. representative for New York's 8th congressional district since 2013. He needs to be challenged at the 2026 primary. Enough already!!!
Let me guess, by a Feel the Bern pick, right? You helped get us into this mess.
Do your research
Damn straight! Cuban is right.
They turning traitor? Fuuuucccckkkk!!!!
Does anyone on his staff read the responses? Sir, this is not debate club. Stop following protocol. If you’re not a leader then step aside. Immediately!
Hakeem and Chuck are both TOTALLY FUCKING USELESS. They don't get the level of crisis this country is in.
They excel at fundraising “calls to action”, but are deaf when their constituents beg for help as the country collapses. Calls to action from us are ignored. With a few exceptions, they all need to be replaced.
Really mind boggling. Where’d they spend that billion dollars the Harris campaign raised? Fire every last one of them.
His book tour for The ABCs of Democracy gets attention & gives him a platform. We wouldn't be in this situation if most of the people liking your posts now had voted. Why not go after the GOP? The House has a 218-215 majority & there're ≈30 Reps who won their races by single digit margins or less.
The GOP are fascists, we all know it, they know we know it. They cannot and will not work with anyone. They cannot and will not be shamed. Get with the program, please. Plus, it’s WHITE WOMEN who voted for Trump that brought us here.
Primary them!
Any other reasons not to protest the GOP? ALL the people who refused to vote for Harris including "progressives" & leftists handed Trump a trifecta. It makes no sense to protest Democrats when the GOP doesn't need them to confirm unqualified nominees or pass a budget reconciliation bill.
I think you’re afraid of confronting the GOP.
Other Democrats are doing something even if you don't think Jeffries is. You need to stop the 'Democrats do something' and start looking at the things they are doing. Don't do like what you did with Joe Biden.
Exactly! @ariellaelm.bsky.social is covering this well!
Great point. Why do people on social media think they know everything that is going on? They say media is biased, but then depend on what the media is telling them. Here 'media' is the various info streams. I bet only a few 'real' reporters have a full picture of what is really going on.
It’s like the DEMs don’t know what to do…attack!!
Hakeem and Chuck are not meant for this moment - period. They need to step aside. We need leaders that actually understand what the H is going on and will take off the damn gloves.
@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social do better or let someone else lead, now!
I don't understand why people keep asking where dem leadership is. Other than a select few, they've abandoned us. No more donations. We can keep up the pressure at town halls, but we need to realize we're on our own. Like 60s/70s we have to unite. Immediately.
I thought Jeffries’ tweet was fine. Presumably Jeffries is doing a a lot of other things too. Instead of dumping on fellow Democrats, let’s work together to oppose the authoritarian actions of Trump & Musk.
Seriously - full on military purge including the lawyers that would help prevent unlawful orders and the current plan is…write a few soft posts about it. Let’s go Dems, get your sh*t together and get moving
Take the Black Lives Matter out of your bio. You’re attacking our Democrat leaders, especially Black leaders, hoping to what, get them arrested or shot? You’re chaos agents- at best, keyboard revolutionaries, or paid trolls.
What?? I wasn’t attacking anyone. Also I said “Dems” (nothing personal to Jeffries), because it’s almost all Dems right now who need to move faster. But nothing I said will get anyone arrested or shot 🤨 I’m hardly a chaos agent lol, and def not getting paid. You need to settle down.
These centrist corporate democrats are exactly why Trump was elected - both times. Not one of them has the juice Americans desperately need. And they actively undermine the Democrats trying to give Americans what they are asking for. This was their choice and Americans stayed home.
He's as useless as it gets. I don't get how no one has called for him to step down but somebody needs too. Somebody needs to pull a McCarthy on him and kick his ass out. Ive been talking shit about him for a month and he only gets worse
Disagree with that statement being awful. Careful with the circular firing squad please…
I just hope the Dems aren’t just phoning it in because they think they’re an automatic shoo-in to win the next election cycle.
It kind of feels like this.
It sure does.
It is.
He sounds like he is resigned to it. Damn!
Then he needs to leave.
Serious ?? What would you like to see Dems do? They have no control, they have no voting strength. Their messaging is not being covered by the media. People are comparing them to Garland, which I don’t get. HE had power and was useless.
Read his message. How many buzzwords did he use? It doesn’t work anymore. His leadership is rather milquetoast
Every expert on both sides of the aisle have said the Dems communication system is abysmal. And it is. Appear on every news program on tv radio cable podcast you can find. AOC is standing in front of every camera she can find. Is your rep? Your senator? Cause mine isn’t.
Ha! In Ohio, we have two junior senators who both pledged allegiance, out loud, to Trump‘s agenda. Not the constitution, not the people of Ohio. No Town halls, zero communication with constituents. They don’t answer their phones.
Yeah, Sherrod Brown’s loss is huge.
I’m still don’t understand how the most pro union senator loss in Ohio.
Even if Trump voters sour on him, the Democratic Party needs to be seen as a better alternative. But the Dems historically low approval rate right now is a problem. And their comms are abysmal, just embarrassing.
So again, serious question, (and I appreciate the respectful dialogue here), why are they not doing this? I feel like they’re silence is a form of support. They just always seem stunned and paralyzed.
It’s a long list, but here’s a few. 1. Congressional Dems solve for their caucus, not (necessarily) the public interest. 2.“Democrats are a coalition, not a political party” too willing to tolerate fringe views. 3. That “coalition” can’t focus on core messages. 4. Internal v external focus.
I really appreciate you taking the time. I’ve learned so much since being on blue sky.
Thanks Ann. I feel the same way. That other place has become such a toxic hellhole it’s nice to have Bluesky.
I'm begging for an answer to that question too. Where the hell are they? Don't ask for money when we aren't seeing anything positive.
That’s all they’ve been doing is begging for money.
They’ve been doing a lot check out @ariellaelm.bsky.social who covers this
Either Hakeem has his mouth & hands tied by higher ups “don’t stir the pot” Dems or numb,out of touch or just plainly does not care. WTF HAKEEM,act now! Bring your Obama speech back! Break those chains,let’s get LOUD! Let’s make Good Trouble! Be a hero.Together strong. @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social
The protocol Democrats are not getting done and unfortunately they are the leadership.
Clueless.
What are YOU doing, you constant whiner and complainer? Go have conversations with your own demographic about how you fucked this country and go fix it.
The alarm bells should have been going off for the last 4 years as the previous administration ignored a coup and teed us up for this.
He posted about it. Now, he's all out if ideas.
Every day with the Democrats doing nothing is a dreadful waste of time. Total reorganisation is needed. Get rid of everyone who thought Biden was the best candidate.
What did you want him to say?
I hate having to try to sort the good Democrats out from the bad Democrats while we’re in the middle of a fucking cool civil war
Hakeem Jeffries is getting on my last nerve. WTF is he doing with these posts? Does he think this helps with anything?
A golden age for Putin is correct.
I got an email response from my US Representative, Pat Harrigan District 10 North Carolina, where he used the phrase "The Golden Age" that Trump was ushering in. I guarantee you, the Golden Age is for White men. Agree Fred, WAKE UP!
"Q", as he is loving called by we AF types, was the Wolf at Kunsan. He left one day after I arrived to start my remote tour there in '08. He is one of the best fighter pilots in the AF. He is one of our best warfighters. We fucking love Q. Fuck Trump and Party Boy.
When I read that, I thought it was a parody.
Seriously. Just ignore the Dems. They can't and won't help us. All they want is a seat at the table, when the entire room is on fire.
YOU could help. Here is a list of things to begin with. bsky.app/profile/itsa...
I'm doing my bit but thanks for the suggestions
They're great. I sent them to people in Germany who want to organize as well.
Hire Fred Wellman! He knows how to message! Love you Fred💙🇺🇸
Take the damn gloves off Dems. Let's see some fire🔥
I see clips of hundreds, even thousands, marching in protests around the country. Are there any democratic representatives at these protests? Are these protests getting any main stream media coverage in the US?
Senator Van Hollen has been at basically every protest & rally he can attend, and multiple Dem Congress members were at protests earlier this week. They’re out there participating, but the media isn’t interested in covering it
It's good to hear there are some democratic representatives out there. Too bad the media is not interested because, to me, the protests should be the big news stories.
I absolutely agree! They’ve been getting local news attention, but not much in terms of national. It appears it’s going to be on everyday people to push the word out until the media decides to participate
Take that irritation and let it loose on Republicans. It's very satisfying and very productive. I've been doing it all week. Cuz they HATE the attention. 😏
@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social, call @fpwellman.bsky.social
Saw Ken martin on the weekend and he was talking about KNOCKING ON DOORS omg same ole how could they pick him over the wi guy. Need TO HUGE INVEST TECH PSYCHE OPS MEDIA SOCIAL MEDIAL AND HIRE SOME SURROGATES WHO CAN DO MORE THAN STAMMER OUT AN INCOHERENT SENTENCE
Then he said Elon musk has a web site in wi where users get the Repub bs and link to register to vote as usual DEMS : NOTHING and he said this OUT LOUD
@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social has turned out to be a Completely useless dud…
Yes because attacking our own party is how we get out of this, right? I have zero patience for Dem bashing right now. Some people are showing us who they really are.
I am not into dem bashing, but there is frustration that response is inadequate. When the GOP was in the minority, they made noise. Some Dems get it. They are passionate, on fire, organizing on a grass roots level. I don't tolerate dem bashing such as "what Biden/Harris did wrong" etc. not helpful!
The "Gilded Age" (Mark Twain) created Robber Barons like Morgan, Vanderbilt, Rockefeller, and Carnegie. Now we have Besos, Musk, Zuck, Thiel, Rump, Bessent, Atkins and McMahon. Corrupt act after corrupt act lulls people into believing government won’t do anything for us, thus dismantling democracy.
If these dems would just LISTEN to the suggestions that normal, everyday people are throwing out there, we could have this ROLLIN'..
I CAN'T. AND I WON'T EITHER.
Our democratic politicians should NOT sound as lost, overwhelmed and confused as we are but they do…
I truly think a large number of Dems are now just sitting around, with their thumb up their ass. QUIT BEING SCARED & STAND UP TO THIS BS !!!!!!!!
I used to like Jeffries. But now I wish he would STFU! Action speaks louder than words!
I'm going to guess Dems have basically decided that hanging out in Vichy is an acceptable alternative to being expected to fight.
I do not support republicans, but democrats are no damned prize either. The two party system is a load of shit.
@chrismurphyct.bsky.social gets it. He said we have maybe a few months to stop this. I think it’s more like a few weeks.
@sanders.senate.gov and @anatosaurus.bsky.social get it too and are right to say large, local action should be our focus. A lot of people don't see any opposition & are wondering what the heck to do. With the removal of Gen. Brown & JAG officers, we are rapidly running out of time.
I will donate no money to anyone until Dems actually DO something!
You are so right. The things they are focusing on right now are absurd. Can we start with Democracy?
AOC or Jasmine needs to take over
Democrats love the billionaires too. They know the ticket, but they don't want to offend. They're as inept as the Republicans are corrupt
The Democratic messaging is weak and naive. Quit speaking softly while carrying a wet noodle, and start yelling loudly while wielding a sledgehammer, FFS!
I think if we’ve learned anything it’s that a lot of Americans don’t care WHAT the democrats do or say. They only care about their own lives. Let them be in the Find Out stage for awhile.
100%
Why do big accounts like yours, continue to invite people to dump on Hakeem Jeffries? It's not helpful. It just generates a lot of ugliness at him. If you don't like his statement, ignore it and keep moving.
Democrats should change leadership in both Congress and Senate. Believing in this stupid concept of being a minority is our detriment. GOPs are getting their asses beat at town halls. It is certain they can get some of their support. Just stand up to these assholes. Do something anything. JFC
You realize only the majority party can bring any action or legislation to the floor of the House/Senate, right? So what do you think Democrats can do from the minority?
They can be obstructive via the filibuster in the Senate, at least. So far, they’ve publicly stated that the GOP has complete control of Congress.
They can add action and fire to their posts for starters.
How did Tommy Tuberville single handed shut down the Senate floor for confirmations of military leaders? Why aren’t Ds doing that for Trump’s nominees?
He didn’t shut down the Senate floor. He prevented them from coming out of committee. Schumer could’ve/should’ve just held a full floor vote for each individual promotion. They’re usually done in one big vote on the floor.
Tuberville voting against them in committee just means they would have to vote for each individual promotion in front of the full Senate.
Why not? Do it. Do everything. Do what Mitch McConnell did when they were in the minority. Or mope around like Jeffries. Do the same we have been doing and losing. If we didn’t elect Dems to fight for us, why did we bother to elect them?
They’re not promoting any military, Tuberville didn’t stop promotions, only delayed them, they’re not promoting any military right now & what Tuberville did was cruel to military families.
If you don’t want your representatives to speak up and fight in any way they can against what is happening, then you must be the happiest citizen in this country right now.
Democrats are speaking up everywhere. But nothing they do seems to be enough for you people. I’m really thinking this is an op to dampen support for Democrats when Republicans are the ones who should be getting shit right now.
Done.
They could be having LOUD DAILY PRESS BRIEFINGS calling out the daily destruction that’s going on and what we can do to help and the lies being told by Trump. Everyday.
They’ve been having them. The media isn’t always airing them. And most people aren’t paying attention and won’t until it affects them personally.
Who’s been having them and where? Beyond that there needs to be someone outrageous with a great personality that ppl want to watch that will draw attention away from Dump and Husk.
The need to be talking about the constitution and pointing out the NONE of this is normal. Don’t just let this slide like it’s normal and ok.
He trapped by his overlords, lobbying money. 👇🏻(grassroots funded)
Weak sauce does not even begin to cover it, how about he fired him because he’s black…maybe START with that
They are floundering.
Floundering What ? Trumps ShitShow is visible ! You crackers are Nuts 🥜
Hey take it easy on Hakeem he’s on a book tour
I was patient with Merrick Garland too, and we all know how that worked out.
God, every time I think about Merrick fucking Garland, and all the Dems who told me to be patient, I could just blow a gasket.
It was the courts that ran out the clock. Blame the people most responsible, please.
Merrick didn't get his shit together until waay too late. I remember the Congressional hearings, and people like Raskin were basically asking where on earth the DOJ was. He dithered.
No he didn't. You're blaming the wrong people. www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...
I'm NOT fighting this again, so tired of it. Waited for months and months and months for him to take action. When he finally appointed Jack Smith, it was way too late. Don't you dare tell me what I saw happening in real time. Not in the mood as I sit watching my country die in front of my eyes.
Merrick began the investigation the day he came into office. Most of the investigative work was already done by the time Smith was appointed. The courts sat on it. The Supreme Court ran out the clock. You are blaming the wrong people.
Prosecuting from bottom to top seemed to make sense at the time, but they didn’t even make it to the House and Senate members who were up to their eyeballs in the planning & execution of the insurrection/coup attempt. Trump should have been charged on J7, seditious conspiracy.
Never failed to disappoint, even his SCOTUS nomination. Slow walked everything off the edge—blow gaskets to the moon.
YES! I was thinking the SAME THING yesterday. Merrick Garland (and honestly, Joe Biden), along with all the Dems and their extraordinary league of perfect gentlemen. Same applies to Mitch McConnell and the NO vote on impeachment... All those men who just did a tiny bit less than enough. OMG!
Yeah, he has a lot to answer for, but I blame Joe for all of this. He promised accountability when he campaigned and as soon as it was evident Garland wasn't going to protect us, Biden should've replaced him.
ikr? I got blasted by (genuine) Blue Checks for daring to suggest right from the start that Garland wasn't going to be our heroic savior.
I was blocked by emptywheel or some big twitter account for saying it, too!
It was incredibly frustrating.
Was think about that yesterday! 🤬
*thinking 😱
I’m convinced his life was threatened or he was paid off.
Yes, it's just too odd. All these people who are threatened should go public with it.
Maybe they will someday, but I fear it will be too late.
Me, too. Just when I think it can't be darker and more depressing... Not giving up, but man it's awful.
Make them vote NO on writing a blank check to the MAGATS! Shut the government down! I mean, how could it be worse than it is now? Shut it down, let the GOP own it. Don’t let them run wild through our government!
Do this now! win.newmode.net/votersoftomo...
Done! And called.
Hakeem better align his priorities better.. hey skip the book tour and fight for ..idk🤔 f-ing democracy!! Just an idea🙄
Jeffries is not a leader. He is clueless. All his platitudes and “strongly worded statements” aren’t going to do a damn thing. We need ACTION.
I got hammered and blocked, by supposed blue accounts, for criticizing the job Hakeem’s doing. Your post cheers me up and put a smile on my face. Thank you Fred. 🙏💙👊🥳
One has to wonder for whom anyone, trying to stifle demands for action in defending our Constitution, actually serves. Can’t be America.
By the way they’ve been swarming and blocking me, I think they’re foreign bots.
If they used “it’s time for Black people to rest” insinuating that the threat to our republic is solely the responsibility of White people to defend, 100%. I’m sure some innocent people are looped in here and there, but, mostly…
There is someone who has gone and blocked blue accts if she disagrees with comments- I noticed my engagement was down- sure enough this person had me on a block list- I had someone check- I think it is clear sky where you can check
I know exactly who you’re talking about. I had the misfortune of running into her yesterday, and her gang of trolls. Clearsky.com is good. Also Listifications.com will DM you with current updates. I like them better.
Update…Listifications.app. They update you quickly and it’s right to your dms so it’s private.
clearsky.app
Hakeem is Dollar Store Barack. He lost me over Biden. I get blocked a lot!
I am not alone. Thank you! 🙏🩵💙
Speaking truth to power includes our friends.
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I’ve pissed off a lot of blue accounts because I criticize any elected dem when they post basically anything other than direct actions they are taking and really don’t care. If elected Dems aren’t willing to fight for us every fucking day then they need to step aside for someone who will
Well said Dreams! Some are born fighters and act with instinct. Others, just aren’t. You’re so right, they need to step away. ✊🩵💯
I’m a small acct so haven’t had that exp yet. But I know I’m on a few block lists 🤣 My response is I’m not a repub. I don’t follow blindly and assume everything is going to be ok. If someone doesn’t like my opinion they can scroll on.
I agree with you. Scrolling on would be preferred. I’m on a good share of block lists too. Let’s consider it point of pride, yeh I like that. 😂🩵🥳
Geez what did you say? Your feed doesn't come close to suspicious. We are all paranoid as hell because this thing takes off so fast and people follow large groups of people at once which is risky and they are getting really sophisticated
I’m on one for “engaging in drama or angry politics” - if I’m being honest, if you’re not angry at this point you’re on the wrong side of history. Here’s a couple others that made me laugh because, sure ok?
I’m on that one too. I agree, if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Why they just won’t scroll past, or change their feed settings is crazy. 😂😂😂🤦♀️
🤣 ikr, feels like a waste of time to make an actual list of ppl to block.
That's what I mean that's a s*** stir right there they could actually be Maga that's one of their signature traits
For the first time since all this craziness started we're starting to see a chink in the armor All the news that's come out since the close of Markets Friday has been bad I mean bad bad for tRump.. which gives me hope that the judges that have the cases won't be afraid to do there fkn job
So many town halls across the country, and Repubs are greeted with angry, vocal constituents. It is a huge dent in their armor for sure. I hope it wakes the more moderate ones up. If this goes on they know they will lose re-election.
That's ridiculous first huh? We don't judge unless you are a nazi I looked over your stuff..it great..the person that sent that is a shit stirrer..ignore them. We welcome u. Peace love life Balance happiness and harmony to you and yours
Thank you💕 Overall I’m just grateful to have access to this platform & all the different povs ppl have.
No other response today has given me this much...oxytocin I think.. I just realised I've been at this for over 24 hour straight I should be exhausted , but my rage and anger level just won't come down..breath stan breath taking a nap.
Sounds like your PNS is stuck in fight or flight (parasympathetic nervous system) it’s often caused by chronic stress. Which is totally understandable. Ive noticed my sleep quality sucks & my pain levels are higher so I’m gonna go on a walk today & touch some grass.
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Same here, and some guy even cussed me out. My lord...😂
People can be crazy sometimes! 😉🤣
There’s nothing the Democrats can do, white folks in this country got what they wanted. The rich are going to run rampant over our government and we are not going to recover from this.
We have to defend ourselves. Vive le resistance. #resist
Seriously. The pathetic pleas for $$ are just soooooo alienating. Not at all in touch with this moment.
A billion+dollars was donated to the 2024 Harris/Waltz campaign.
Honestly FFS you need to stop nitpicking Dems to death.
Last time I checked Republicon’s was in charge of ALL 3 Branches of Government! WTF are talking about? Oh the Blacks it’s always the Blacks Fault ! GTFO 😡
The last republican I voted for was Reagan. The only thing that I've noticed about the Democratic party is that: on average I get 3 to 4 requests per week (mail and email) asking for money. That's it. Oh wait, every now and again they'll ask what my priorities are or what I would like to see happen.
@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social Dude come on
His "Israel today, Israel tomorrow, and Israel forever" speech from November 2023 was it for me. Yeah, no, DNC's not getting a dime from me, either.
Match the energy of AOC and jasmine or sit down
@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social has to step down. He is the most ineffectual leader the Democratic Party has ever had. Before we start spending all of our time fighting Trump we have got to clean house in the Democratic leadership, otherwise we are just wasting our time.
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Chuck Schumer would dispute that.
I am sick of Schumer too, all he knows how to do is talk, talk, talk. Let’s see some aggressiveness.
I would dispute chuckles Schumer. Leadership is a joke. We are on our own. There are no rules any longer, so act accordingly.
I was being sarcastic about “Chuckles”. He is the poster child for what is wrong with Congressional Dems.
Yep, FuckChuck! We have been sold out by leadership. There are no more rules, so act accordingly.
This could be Hakeem’s 9/11 “W” moment. There can be no doubt that our voices are ringing through the halls of Congress.
It is quite pathetic.
Mr. Jeffries, for the love of the Godddess, Chug a Red Bull, already. And NOT the sugar-free kind.
The most ineffective comms team ever! Jeffries acts like he's sleepwalking.
Hopeless. After the '16 debacle, Cornel Belcher was asked for his analysis of what went wrong, and what Dems should do going forward. The famously low-key, avuncular Belcher shot back, bellowing, "STOP HIRING THE SAME CONSULTANTS!!!" Didn't listen, apparently.
Why isn't he on BlueSky? That seems insulting 😆
Dems clearly don’t have the stones to fight. I attended a town hall via phone that my congresswoman hosted & she took the air out of the room by introducing herself as a “working grandmother”. Definitely misread the room.
It's infuriating.
Senator Tina Smith has a more effective message. bsky.app/profile/smit...
Let’s also acknowledge that she was throwing milquetoast independent journalist posts until pushback mounted on her, too. Business as usual will not cut it right now. Demanding action works.
Fascists have thin skin and are afraid of being ridiculed…..this is the way
I can’t even watch. I’d rather watch R’s destroy the country because at least they’re doing something. D’s are just whiny bitches.
If I could like something a million times, this would be it.
The guy who said "God is still on the throne" says wut. JFC