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Scott Adamson

@scottadamson1960.bsky.social

Former journalist who still writes (mostly short stories and sports history). Outsider artist, animal lover, anti-fascist, capo in the Woke Mob. Author of "The Home Team: My Bromance With Off-Brand Football." Read me at adamsonmedia.com.

created July 30, 2024

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❤️

2/9/2025, 11:46:13 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Yep. Space and Rocket Center opened there in 1965.

2/9/2025, 9:44:41 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'm not the least bit surprised.

2/9/2025, 8:59:36 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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💯

2/9/2025, 8:31:54 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Lots of Buc-ee's here, though. It'll be hard to get to it through all those gas pumps.

2/9/2025, 8:06:35 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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For anyone in need of a timeline cleanse. #catsofbluesky #shelterpet

Gray and white cat.
2/9/2025, 7:37:25 PM | 26 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'm in the same boat. My side of the family is MAGA so I steer clear of them. Fortunately, my wife's side is blue like me. Circumstances are such that we have to live here, so we just make the best of it. Fortunately, we live in a diverse neighborhood just outside Birmingham (Hoover).

2/9/2025, 7:32:10 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Just another idiot move by the King of the Idiots.

2/9/2025, 7:26:43 PM | 6 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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It is ... right next door.

2/9/2025, 7:22:43 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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😀

2/9/2025, 7:08:35 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Just to get ahead of things, I live in Alabamastan and think it's stupid to move Space Command – or really, anything – here.

2/9/2025, 7:04:02 PM | 130 9 | View on Bluesky | view

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That was for you, Tracey.

2/9/2025, 7:01:26 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Ladies and gentlemen, I present ... STEVIE FOUR TWIRLS. #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

2/9/2025, 6:55:55 PM | 40 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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Back by popular demand. #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

2/9/2025, 12:07:24 PM | 43 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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Tuesday greetings from The Republic of Contenta Rifugio, where a new day dawns.

Sunrise in Hoover, Alabama.
2/9/2025, 10:57:06 AM | 50 3 | View on Bluesky | view

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😀

2/9/2025, 10:04:05 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Good morning!

2/9/2025, 9:44:04 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Congrats, good sir.

1/9/2025, 9:45:44 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I cheer for the Ti-Cats and it sucks they lost (35-33) but man ... what a game. I love the Canadian Football League. #CFL #TORvsHAM #LabourDayClassic

1/9/2025, 9:37:33 PM | 6 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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😂😂😂

1/9/2025, 7:52:51 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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"The outdoors are awesome, Bane. Bet you're jealous I get to play there and you don't." "Not really, Steve." "C'mon ... wouldn't you love the freedom? It's like being in prison stuck inside all day." "I get three hots and a Scott. That's all I need." #dogsofbluesky #catsofbluesky

Chihuahua and gray and white cat sit on stool and look outside through a window.
1/9/2025, 7:43:26 PM | 203 10 | View on Bluesky | view

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👆

1/9/2025, 6:51:52 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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😀

1/9/2025, 6:11:40 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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We planted just the one inside a cage but it went wild.

1/9/2025, 6:11:15 PM | 8 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Love tomatoes, but I filed a restraining order against mayo and it's barred from coming within 500 feet of me. 😀

1/9/2025, 4:13:57 PM | 8 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Got a nice haul of cherry tomatoes from the backyard.

Pewter bowl filled with freshly picked cherry tomatoes.
1/9/2025, 3:46:41 PM | 3261 84 | View on Bluesky | view

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A coalition of the willing.

1/9/2025, 3:06:56 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Gabba, gabba hey!

1/9/2025, 3:05:50 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I guess they finally realized I'm an ally. I do feel honored.

1/9/2025, 1:31:36 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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My man walked right up to me and rubbed his head on my knee. Guess I'm in the gaggle now. #geese #elbowsup

Canada goose at Georgetown Lake Park in Hoover, Alabama.
1/9/2025, 12:17:06 PM | 54 2 | View on Bluesky | view

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Labor Day greetings from the Gulf of The Republic of Contenta Rifugio, where Gil is enjoying a light breakfast. #wildlife

1/9/2025, 11:34:49 AM | 34 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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"Stop looking at me." — Steve #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

Chihuahua resting on white blanket.
31/8/2025, 11:34:11 PM | 74 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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Still, he's a day closer than he was the day before.

31/8/2025, 6:56:40 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I've just come to the sad realization that millions of Americans are absolutely fine with fascism. As long as they can eat Doritos and watch "America's Got Talent," they're good to go.

31/8/2025, 4:40:09 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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He's quite the dandy.

31/8/2025, 2:23:07 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Old Firm? How about Old Flop. Today's Celtic-Rangers match was a mind-numbingly awful display.

31/8/2025, 2:22:01 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Sunday salutations from the Gulf of The Republic of Contenta Rifugio.

Heron at Georgetown Lake Park in Hoover, Alabama.
31/8/2025, 11:46:33 AM | 349 21 | View on Bluesky | view

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❤️

30/8/2025, 11:28:08 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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😂😂😂😂

30/8/2025, 8:09:39 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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On the bright side, it gives us something to look forward to.

30/8/2025, 8:06:14 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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The world's happiest dog. #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

Black, tan and white Sheltie smiles.
30/8/2025, 7:50:01 PM | 94 5 | View on Bluesky | view

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They used to hiss at me. But, since they see me every day, I guess they think I'm just part of the landscape now.

30/8/2025, 3:51:03 PM | 5 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Well ... hell.

30/8/2025, 3:49:09 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Another sad day for America and the world.

30/8/2025, 3:46:52 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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The Maple Leaf Gang is back in town. Everybody just be cool. #geese #elbowsup

30/8/2025, 3:32:11 PM | 34 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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"Hey, Scott ... by any chance did you write about the Chicago Winds' final game, played on August 30, 1975?" "Why, yes ... yes I did." adamsonmedia.com/football-wfl...

30/8/2025, 3:18:46 PM | 11 2 | View on Bluesky | view

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He's such a scumbag.

30/8/2025, 12:14:05 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Dilfer has succeeded in causing me to lose any and all interest in UAB football.

30/8/2025, 12:04:02 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Well ... ain't that purdy.

Dawn breaking over Hoover, Alabama.
30/8/2025, 11:13:43 AM | 88 2 | View on Bluesky | view

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Saturday greetings from the bed chambers of The Republic of Contenta Rifugio. #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

Black, tan and white sheltie standing on a bed.
30/8/2025, 10:53:19 AM | 40 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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"Newly approved redistricting plan." JFC.

30/8/2025, 10:02:34 AM | 20 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Watch yourself ...

30/8/2025, 9:49:28 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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😀

29/8/2025, 10:43:44 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Timeline cleanse. #catsofbluesky #shelterpet

Gray and white cat.
29/8/2025, 8:36:47 PM | 111 4 | View on Bluesky | view

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And a cruel tease.

29/8/2025, 1:53:10 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Thank you!

29/8/2025, 1:52:46 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Thanks!

29/8/2025, 1:23:01 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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The cooler weather has put me back in painting mode. I call this one "Fall." #amateurart

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29/8/2025, 1:16:47 PM | 21 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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We had a low of 58 here the other morning. It was glorious.

29/8/2025, 1:07:02 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'd expect nothing less from that complete piece of shit.

29/8/2025, 1:04:24 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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He and the director are having creative differences.

29/8/2025, 10:12:22 AM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Today's "Moment of Steve" is brought to you by Action Cam. Action Cam ... where every butt wiggle is worth one giggle. #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

29/8/2025, 10:02:17 AM | 70 3 | View on Bluesky | view

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My shitty state's march back to the Confederacy continues to pick up steam. www.al.com/politics/202...

28/8/2025, 11:31:40 PM | 15 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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I can't say for sure, but I think Tosh is about to eat Quint. #dogsofbluesky #jawsofbluesky

Sheltie looking up with mouth agape.
28/8/2025, 5:39:47 PM | 17 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve on the Minnesota shooting: "The sad thing is we can't sit here and tell them that help is on the way. Because we're not going to do a damn thing about it."

28/8/2025, 3:13:40 PM | 15313 4115 | View on Bluesky | view

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😀

28/8/2025, 2:58:00 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'll never get over the fact that 77 million people voted for this shit.

28/8/2025, 12:38:17 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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The last 10 years has unmasked an America many of us refused to see.

28/8/2025, 12:27:11 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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He does!

28/8/2025, 11:30:05 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Well-deserved. Moore is one of the worst of the worst.

28/8/2025, 11:08:05 AM | 15 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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🏆

28/8/2025, 10:44:35 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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That scarred me as a child. 😀

28/8/2025, 10:21:01 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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😂

28/8/2025, 10:17:22 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Good morning!

28/8/2025, 10:17:12 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Steve is away filming "Beverly Hills Chihuahua 5: Blind Rage," so Bane is filling in for him this morning. #catsofbluesky

28/8/2025, 10:10:10 AM | 273 23 | View on Bluesky | view

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Me, either. The Barrel ain't on my restaurant rotation.

27/8/2025, 9:08:00 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted

RULE ABOUT AMERICAN FLAGS: If you burn the fabric part, you're looking at jail. But it you use the pole part to assault a police officer, you get a presidential pardon, praise, and some cash.

27/8/2025, 5:19:27 PM | 21284 6570 | View on Bluesky | view

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This must be an old video because Hulk Hogan is dead.

27/8/2025, 6:16:46 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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The music interwoven with the visuals is stunning.

27/8/2025, 2:37:17 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Kinda late to the party here but I finally saw "Sinners" and man ... it was incredible. Ryan Coogler is brilliant.

27/8/2025, 2:27:32 PM | 19 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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Gil stands guard at the Gulf of The Republic of Contenta Rifugio. #wildlife

27/8/2025, 1:44:35 PM | 16 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Good morning!

27/8/2025, 12:52:26 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I think the biggest takeaway from Cracker Barrel's decision to reverse course on its logo change is that the United States is currently under the thumb of a fascist regime. #OccupiedAmerica #ItsACoup

27/8/2025, 12:10:01 PM | 25 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Wednesday greetings from The Republic of Contenta Rifugio airspace.

Daybreak in Hoover, Alabama.
27/8/2025, 10:47:29 AM | 17 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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"Come get me when the free eats are ready." — Steve #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

Chihuahua lying in bed.
27/8/2025, 10:00:54 AM | 32 2 | View on Bluesky | view

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Good morning!

27/8/2025, 9:58:56 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I miss those days ...

27/8/2025, 9:50:52 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Have a good rest of the evening, good people. Steve and I are gonna work on solving the world's problems. #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

Chihuahua acts as a pillow while man sits on futon.
26/8/2025, 11:18:20 PM | 24 2 | View on Bluesky | view

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That was beyond parody, wasn't it? JFC.

26/8/2025, 9:30:32 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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A truly sad commentary on this country's "leaders."

26/8/2025, 9:21:34 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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He's the absolute worst of us. Nothing even remotely good about him.

26/8/2025, 8:52:04 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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The idiots have their king.

26/8/2025, 8:39:46 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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And there you have it. #OccupiedAmerica #ItsACoup

26/8/2025, 7:54:01 PM | 13 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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😂😂😂

26/8/2025, 7:46:31 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Not even September and the Celtic FC season is already a disappointment. Congrats to Kairat Almaty.

26/8/2025, 7:30:36 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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"HEY, LADY!" — Tosh, doing a Jerry Lewis impersonation for no apparent reason #dogsofbluesky #AdoptDontShop

Sheltie with her mouth wide open.
26/8/2025, 7:05:17 PM | 25 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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I can think of one couple in particular who should've used them back in the mid-40s.

26/8/2025, 6:33:58 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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And it's got at least 77 million members. JFC.

26/8/2025, 6:24:27 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I can see now why some people might confuse the United States with North Korea.

26/8/2025, 6:12:42 PM | 12 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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And his blend of hatred and stupidity will propel him to a landslide victory in the governor's race. SMH.

26/8/2025, 1:17:21 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view