This isn't AI. When I'm writing motions or responses, my initial draft often has blank spaces for citations I intend to go back and fill in.
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This isn't AI. When I'm writing motions or responses, my initial draft often has blank spaces for citations I intend to go back and fill in.
The people who are so afraid of everything that even knocking on their door sends them into a murderous paroxysm swear having an arsenal in your house equals freedom. But being this afraid all of the time sounds like living in a cage.
This is why I highlight sections in my briefs and memos that still need work or citations added.
The only thing Rudy has done in the public interest in 20 years has been to rid himself of his bar license. This is a disgrace. Trump and Co. have made every honor and high position worthless.
.@velshi.com “Head in the sand”? Please. Part of the problem is limp news coverage that turns every Dem wobble into a five-alarm fire while treating GOP extremism as background noise. That’s what depresses our base.
Bowser is so ineffective. These are the same people who refuse to give up any access to guns regardless of how many children are shot to pieces at school or church but want you to agree to military occupation to avoid being mugged. The costs, economic and liberty wise, are too high.
They're lying. The minute ATF agents and armed military start snatching their sons and daughters off the streets and harassing Oklahomans sitting on their front porches in some red coting town, we'd have American revolution 2.0.
If no one goes outside, there won't be any visible crime. There also won't be anyone attending community events or going to shows or restaurants or doing other things that make a thriving economy. What is wrong with people?
If he voted for this, he's in even more trouble since he's not a citizen.
Every time I see federal agents in these thuggish masks, it makes me sick. If you're doing what's right, do it in the open.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...
Won't He do it?
But for this post, I wouldn't have known a thing. I'm always screaming "do something," so I appreciate knowing when something is being done, even if it's not all I'd like.
I guess he needs those agents to harass people at Home Depot and spread mulch at National Parks. F- this man and all of his voters.
How is this being framed as just another suggestion rather than an authoritarian takeover sweeping across the country?
NEWS: CVS, the largest pharmacy chain in the country, is currently not offering Covid vaccines in 16 states and DC — even to people who meet the new FDA criteria — because the CDC hasn't signed off and isn't expected to do so (if it does so) for at least three weeks.
This is what's crazy! Trump is claiming the right to meddle in and decide everything from news coverage to the type of energy you use to sports team names to restaurant logos to what you can do on your own porch but he can't do a single thing about gun massacres. He's all powerful and all powerless.
I was ready to get my yearly Flu/Covid shot next month. RFK Jr. has made sure that will be as difficult as possible. Using whiteness, wealth, and ideology as the measure of merit rather than knowledge and expertise is going to be the death of a lot of people. Good job, America.
But there's no denying that at this very moment we're experiencing life under authoritarianism: people having to measure what they say and in front of whom, secret police snatching people into vans, president completely unconstrained by Congress -- this is the real deal...
There are some posts I just can not click a "heart" for. All of these precious kids killed, hurt, or terrorized. It truly could be any of us or our families next.
Adams has an indescribably low opinion of Black voters. Wow.
Watching so many brave people fight for their jobs, their employees, and the public good makes me think about Christopher Wray just slinking away.
Oh 👀
He won't do nothing. He will persecute trans people even more.
The issue here is Trump flouting the law and acting like a king. Why would she dignify rumors and vague allegations? If Trump's going to accuse her, he needs to prove it. Like the defamation and sexual abuse and fraud and felony charges were proved against him and his company.
This is the definition of waste.
Amen. Every time we shrug at an extortion attempt or accede to a ridiculous request, we prop Trump up as a king. It doesn't have to be this way. He, in fact, can't do whatever he wants if we don't let him.
I really didn't care about the logo one way or the other. I just liked an occasional chicken fried steak or veggie plate. But since Cracker Barrel has chosen to yield to the authoritarian elements of our society, they can rely solely on their dollars. Good luck.
We destabilize places and then wonder why so many people are seeking asylum or looking for better economic opportunities. Now, it's not just our purported enemies but our "friends."
Did an entirely different electorate turn out? Who are these Trump to Democratic state senator voters?
BBC is the first news station I've heard noting the "delicious irony" of Trump accusing everyone of mortgage fraud after his company was convicted of committing fraud to get more favorable loan terms. Sadly, they didn't note his ridiculous focus on crime while being a 3x indicted, convicted felon.
Changing "shame" is great. None of these people should ever have another moment's peace in public. But she knows they're not voting her out, so what does she care?
A hero.
If someone insulted my intelligence in this way, I'd be livid. I know there are plenty of educated MAGAs, but I'm starting to question whether they actually earned those degrees or were simply promoted along out of obligation or based on status.
Many will complain, but I think it's a good statement. It stresses the Fed's independence and the reason for it and indicates Cook isn't going quietly or being pressured to resign for the sake of peace.
I've always considered myself to be conservative. I've also always been a Democrat. There's some silly language I find annoying. But, I also feel the playing field is so unlevel. When even benign words like "woke" get weaponized, many people just get pissed and stop trying to be "relatable."
You can never criticize rural voters, even mildly, but you can daily demonize American cities and their inhabitants.
When will this be over, Lord? When will it be over? *sigh*
Remind me of what it's called when the government owns the means of production. 🤔
I will never understand our refusal to reform wasteful, antiquated systems, especially when the reforms themselves are fairly low stakes while the costs of keeping the stale systems are so high. If something isn't working, try something else!
If you think the attack on the Fed's Lisa Cook has nothing to do with you, you're wrong — any one of us may be next paulkrugman.substack.com/p/we-are-all...
This is the way.
The University of Florida has selected an interim president. After the last two fiascos, I figured he'd be trash. I was right.
I zoomed in to see how much the dollar "plummeted." I was not impressed. I can't stand this regime. We need to fight it tooth and nail. But we can do that with the simple truth, not manipulated charts.
In the words of The Last Mr. Bigg, "take that shit to trial."
Trump, a recently convicted felon, can serve as president and is allowed to strip away the job of a highly qualified woman who hasn't even been formally accused of anything. I hate this timeline, and I'll never ever reconcile with the people who voted for it.
J.B. said he is not the one.
I'm literally talking to friends and family about whether we'll need to hide people or flee or if we'll be purged from our jobs. Being able to live free from day to day and make a living are the most basic issues. Not having the military shoot me dead in my neighborhood is pretty important, too.
It has not been deleted. Still on his feed. He's blocked everyone who asked for sources and disabled quote posts.
When I saw this last night, it was clear most of the commenters hadn't read the linked article. Not a single word supported the OP's claim. The DOGE guy is already documented to be shitty. We don't have to believe made up nonsense to know that.
Take a second and look for any other source reporting this. That will answer your question.
They are spending taxpayer money to have police officers ensure no one paints a rainbow honoring murder victims on the street. That's money you got up every morning and worked to make. Money that could be benefitting you and your loved ones. Are y'all tired yet?
The same Sloppy Chris he had leading up his transition team well after Bridgegate? The same Chris he almost killed with Covid during debate prep in 2020? These aren't even remotely serious people. You have to laugh to keep from crying.
That was his whole goal, without criticizing Zuckerberg, of course. 🤢
I was out after two paragraphs. Him heaping praise on Mark Zuckerberg was my limit. He is one of the primary self pitiers.
How did Trump give the governor of Maryland anything in 2024?
I'm not mad, but I don't know what following this particular lead does for anyone. We know people ignored a lot about Epstein and Maxwell's due to their wealth and status. It feels like this case has long since stopped being about the crimes committed and holding actual perpetrators to account.
Remembering today when pro-GOP media erupted with outrage over Kamala Harris' warning that Trump had plans to militarize the national guard and deploy them on the streets of US cities. Indeed, he had such plans. And now he's implementing them.
Words/phrases Democrats should never use: * bipartisan * my Republican friends * real, valid, legitimate, serious, important (to describe issue raised by Republicans) * yea (when voting on Republican bills) * distraction (to describe bad thing Republicans did) * woke (in derogatory sense)
Based on the article, these sould like the kind of people they should be focusing on deporting rather than moms, music teachers, and landscapers with little or noncriminal history. Oh, well.
The people doing this should never be allowed a moment's peace in public. Ever. kutv.com/news/local/u...
Increasingly? Trump was convicted of multiple felonies, another jury find him liable for sexually abusing someone, he pardoned unrepentant violent offenders, is on the verge of pardoning a recently convicted sex trafficker, and only cares about crimes committed by in blue areas/by nonwhites.
To be fair, they lost me. As a younger person, I was a potential Republican voter. I split one or two tickets back in the day. Never again. Their racist and denigrating language has turned me off for all times. So, it happens.
A 12-hour work day! Wow. This just goes to show that labor orrganizing can get results. It also goes to show that since we're being dragged backwards, that's what we all get to look forward too.
Good grief.
Bolton’s home raided, Gen. Kruse fired, Epstein coverup proceeds, seizure of 10% of Intel another step towards state capitalism. Just one day in the somewhat chaotic but directionally purposeful march towards…despotism. Does anyone think they’re doing all this so they can hand over power in 2028?
I don't want to hear another Democratic politician mention Cracker Barrel's new decor, logo, or any other pandering b.s. But, I will proffer that if Cracker Barrel had live roots music and alcohol on Friday nights and during Sunday brunch, I'd be there at least twice a month. Just saying.
No prosecutor has ever rewarded someone for NOT telling them anything. What's happening is crystal clear. I'm worried less about releasing the Epstein files (don't we know what he did and how he and others were protected by the system) and more about the ongoing corruption.
They spent decades claiming institutions were lowering standards for women & minorities, weakening America by promoting the unqualified. We were always scapegoats for their own ineptitude. The second they gained power concerns about merit disappeared. *Gift article* www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/u...
Donald Trump is also a criminal. 🙄 He's so close but still so far from getting it.
The strict meritocracy we were promised. F.B.I. Plans to Lower Recruiting Standards, Alarming Agents www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/u...
This is "merit."
7 months, and American has become absolute trash. We have a federal government willing to meddle in the smallest and most personal of your affairs, no opportunity for dissent any speech it disagrees with, and a bunch of less than medicore people in every high position. Good job, y'all. Freedom!
I've seen Trump act inappropriately, so how tf?
How do we help? Is there a way to provide him money to survive wherever he is sent? Can we help his U.S. family? I can't imagine they would want to go to Uganda. This is one horror after the next.
I saw this and almost cried. Only God knows what's next for this man, but I pray for justice and protection.
Just booked tickets to visit the National Museum of African American History & Culture. It will be my third visit, and the way things are going, possibly my last. Anyone who hasn't been should go now. This is American history, and tickets are free. #nmaahc #blackhistory #americanhistory
These comments are why country after country falls to authoritarian rule. Nobody ever learns anything. You can relish in the karmic justice of Bolton being the one targeted while also realizing this is a horrible escalation and is going to end poorly for everyone. Geez.
You do not have to like John Bolton to see this for what it is.
Consequences for everyone but Trump. I am exhausted.
In the before times, I'd have immediately turned on #Morningjoe to follow this Bolton news. (Actually, I'd have had it on for two hours already). I guess I'll check out BBC.
You don't have to have an ounce of sympathy for John Bolton, but the quality of freedom he has will dictate the quality of freedom you have. If they'll do it to one of their own, they'll do it to you and depend on others not being sympathetic.
Between Trump hoarding classified documents, Hegseth using Signal, and DOGE leaking the identities of people who helped U.S. troops, there can not be a person alive who truly believes they care about this. They are simply persecuting a man who turned on Trump (and barely that).
This is a terrible tragedy. But notice MAGAs only want regulation when it burdens a disfavored group. They only care about deaths, when caused by someone they hate. They don't care about Americans as much as they care about getting paid, getting power, and getting on TV. www.wptv.com/news/region-...
I truly can't express the disdain I have for these people. The "you're destroying history" crowd cares nothing for history. They care about power, forcing people to parrot the most ridiculous lies, and inflicting maximum harm on disfavored minorities. *Gift article* www.nytimes.com/2025/08/21/a...
Michael Harriot said all of the things. He also validated my decision to dump MSNBC last November and never look back. (I dumped CNN around 2016.)
Most of these people can't tell you the last time they were in a Cracker a Barrel.
I'm a historical Cracker Barrel customer, but I don't think they're talking about me.
Is the story that Trump claimed "total victory" or that the fine was ruled excessive, but the reason for the fine (fraud) and the remaining penalties imposed stand? Does NPR want to go away? Is that why you're doing this? Because I don't want to continue making donations to be misled.
Sarah and Abraham of the animal world. apnews.com/article/phil... hatchlings born of century-old parents come out of their shells at Philadelphia Zoo
I last stepped into Target on January 12. Reviewing my purchase history, I shopped in-store at least twice a month, often more than that. Then, there were online orders. I'm just one person. Target was loud and clear that they didn't want Black business. I hope they go under.
Remember the outrage when Michelle Obama marveled at the progress of waking up as First Lady in a house built by slaves? Anyone who believes this bullshit is a mark.
Since 2016, I've worried that I wouldn't know when it was time to go. It's beginning to feel like time. It's only been 7 months. Will 7 more months be too late? Do I try to save my family from what's coming and abandon the centuries of blood, sweat, and tears our ancestors poured into this land?
I believe in a God who sees all and knows all and will reward everyone accordingly. That's truly the only way I can continue to move through these awful days.
Being authentic makes Trump sound like a crazy person. Good job, J.D. You've finally stumbled upon a bit of truth.
Their whole administration can be white, but protestors being white is bad? Who do they think they're persuading?
What is the status of her writ petition?
Everything MAGAs don't like is "expressing support for terrorism."
Did he ever make it past the first floor? Does he wonder why people snapped up reservations the moment they were released? When will this finally be over? www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/u...
MAGA ruins everything, including my favorite holiday movie. 😡