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Steve Stratz

@steve-stratz.bsky.social

Engineer, Husband, proud Father and Grandfather, ex U.S.Navy who loves history, science and gardening.

created January 15, 2025

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Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Wow, no wonder this idiot is our president

28/8/2025, 1:29:39 AM | 9 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

I lived there in the 80's also while working in Massachusetts and attending Northeastern University. The poeple were warm, community minded and not a single right wing nationalist. True, they were conservative and liked small and efficient government.... which I certainly believe in too.

8/8/2025, 12:20:52 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

New Hampshire is a great state and certainly not filled with deplorables. I say that from personal experience. Have you ever lived there?

8/8/2025, 12:06:59 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Incredibly sad what they did to that area. Although, I'm surprised they didn't make it more gaudy.

3/8/2025, 1:48:31 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Help Ukraine πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦

30/7/2025, 11:57:54 PM | 15 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

This makes lots of sense however, the current U.S. policies won't last. Most Americans recognize the value of a strong military and economic relationship with Europe. Once the present U.S. administration is over, I believe normal relations will resume.

30/7/2025, 3:10:02 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Me too

30/7/2025, 11:55:33 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

It's sad when pointless wars kill the youth of nations regardless of who's truly to blame. I wouldn't be surprised to know that the young man really thought he was doing the right thing.

28/7/2025, 8:12:37 PM | 8 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

God bless and protect the Ukrainian people

21/7/2025, 1:20:13 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Not surprising...he's only loyal to himself and uses others only to his benefit. I still can't believe this country elected him to that office.

17/7/2025, 4:18:03 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Wonder the same thing

13/7/2025, 5:35:02 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

He was elected by his people

3/7/2025, 11:28:25 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

You're absolutely right. This wascall about getting RFK's votes. We've seen that in most if not cases, Trump appoints incompetent people to positions of great responsibility.

26/6/2025, 1:31:37 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Is one more little lie a surprise ?

24/6/2025, 4:04:58 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Wow, very perceptive by old Tom πŸ‘

22/6/2025, 11:30:37 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

What were they thinking? πŸ€” Trump wants that Nobel prize more than anything... I'm guessing he bribed them to do it.

22/6/2025, 3:28:49 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Looks πŸ‘

22/6/2025, 2:35:02 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

What a F'ing idiot

22/6/2025, 2:25:21 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Did it go well?

21/6/2025, 7:19:44 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture CatWoman (@catwomanresists.bsky.social) reposted

Wow

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21/6/2025, 12:54:15 AM | 63 25 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Very familiar indeed

21/6/2025, 1:36:19 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Release the armaments!

20/6/2025, 10:54:06 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Best of luck

20/6/2025, 10:53:03 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Huge accomplishment

20/6/2025, 10:27:59 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Sounds like a great rumor

17/6/2025, 2:15:40 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Unfortunately, Russia doesn't care about agreements

17/6/2025, 2:11:12 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Smart... something that our U.S. leadership is presently lacking.

17/6/2025, 2:02:27 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

A mean thing to do be what a great idea!

17/6/2025, 12:07:33 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

My Grandfather came to the U.S. from what is now Slo akia to escape the Bolshevik revolution. He worked in the Coal mines of PA for 30 years and died of Black Lung around the time I was born. Immigrants come to the U.S. for a better life. My youngest son is now an E.R. doctor. Immigrants matter!

16/6/2025, 11:27:59 PM | 2 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

So true and so frustrating!

16/6/2025, 11:20:18 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Excuse my ignorance... can you expound on why this is important to those of us with less familiarity?

16/6/2025, 11:19:21 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Incredibly sad and so typical of evangelical Christian ministers

14/6/2025, 12:21:36 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

The middleeast is a crazy place

14/6/2025, 12:18:26 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Undoubtedly! He'll lie and she'll believe it! These are the suckers that Trump depends on

10/6/2025, 10:33:09 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Great picture!

10/6/2025, 10:30:13 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Possibly

10/6/2025, 3:14:24 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

True, you can contribute anything you want I agree, we need to enlighten people that their beliefs are rooted in ignorance and fear. False (in my opinion), by providing cogent facts, we can move people toward the realization of the truth and the error of their indoctrination.

10/6/2025, 2:22:53 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Not surprising that tepid Ted Cruz would manufacture evidence that supports his masters position.

10/6/2025, 1:09:57 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

You can't directly contradict a person's deep personal belief without providing clear and convincing evidence. Even with that, the person will likely reject your statements. It's better to present the person with some basic logical information that challenges a basic concept within their beliefs.

10/6/2025, 1:06:26 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Sad, but conceptually true

9/6/2025, 12:34:22 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

I was 13 with a pack of firecrackers and the main fuse lit while I was throwing some at a wasp nest (yes, stupid 13 year old). Anyways, barely got rid of the pack ... so I can relate !

9/6/2025, 12:30:00 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Incredibly sad. And why? Do their contributions somehow diminish those of others?

9/6/2025, 12:24:57 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Where do you get this stuff? πŸ™‚

8/6/2025, 2:46:53 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

In the image of her hero (and God)

8/6/2025, 2:45:47 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Attend the "No King" protests

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8/6/2025, 2:43:44 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

It's incredibly sad that all 3 branches of our Government are corrupted by Trump

8/6/2025, 1:16:11 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Your point is valid. However I believe the Democratic party is being pulled left by the likes of Bernie Sanders (one of my Senators here in VT). For example, forgiveness of all federal school loans sounds great but when you have a 36 Trillion dollar debt, not sure it makes sense.

7/6/2025, 11:02:47 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

What was obvious to me was not obvious to many others

7/6/2025, 5:43:34 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

I voted for Harris because she was the obvious choice. However, what it really screwing up this country is the polarization. Democrats have gotten more liberal and Republicans more conservative. Meeting in the middle is the only true solution.

7/6/2025, 5:42:00 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

I wasn't saying Trump was a better choice. I'm saying the Democrats would have won the election if they 1. Wouldn't have covered for Biden's inabilities and 2. Chose a more electable Democrat that could appeal to the center of the electorate.

7/6/2025, 5:08:15 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

So discouraging 😞

7/6/2025, 12:45:28 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Disagree, the Democratic party chose the wrong candidate. They needed to choose someone with broader appeal. Kamala was one of the first ones out at the 2020 Democratic Convention.

7/6/2025, 4:21:36 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Ha!

7/6/2025, 3:25:22 AM | 16 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

As an Engineer myself I always admired Scotty. My admiration has now been increased tenfold Thanks for sharing!

7/6/2025, 1:44:18 AM | 128 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Not really, we should have had a more electable candidate with broader appeal... someone like Mark Kelly.

6/6/2025, 9:23:47 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Not really... we really should have had an electable candidate. Mark Kelly would have had broader appeal.

6/6/2025, 9:20:57 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

I find this nauseating

2/6/2025, 6:41:42 PM | 7 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Sweet!

2/6/2025, 3:13:14 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Love this. A flawless operation!

2/6/2025, 2:30:48 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Congratulations to the winner of the Champions league !

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1/6/2025, 12:48:15 AM | 5 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Hamas is overplaying their hand. Israel has gone too far in this conflict but you need to understand who hold the cards. Hamas needs to capitulate.

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31/5/2025, 11:09:07 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Ha! tRump has negatively impacted all Americans... whether they realize it or not. He cements his legacy as our worst President!

31/5/2025, 11:02:12 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Is there a better combination than meatloaf and baked potatoes?

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31/5/2025, 9:02:11 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

So freaking scary

31/5/2025, 6:18:51 PM | 2 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

ALL citizens, regardless of their beliefs or preferences, have the same rights in the United States! Someday, everyone will get that message

31/5/2025, 2:43:09 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Planning to go to the No Kings protest on June 14th in my hometown. I'm hoping everyone will participate in their local protest. We need to show we're against many of the things the President, Congress and Courts are doing. This is our country... not his kingdom!

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31/5/2025, 1:36:16 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

So true!

31/5/2025, 1:10:44 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

What a wimp he is

30/5/2025, 2:35:29 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Good riddance

30/5/2025, 12:59:48 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

I love that attitude !

29/5/2025, 11:03:22 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

So true... unfortunately over 50% of today's electorate

29/5/2025, 11:02:26 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Zelensky is only thinking of his people (as a good leader should). I believe he will never cave to Putin's territorial demands.

29/5/2025, 12:15:43 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

How true is this? Immigration reform has been kicked down the road for 40 years. Congress needs to get of their ass (or knees if their Republicans) and pass new legislation!

29/5/2025, 12:08:49 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Not sure all of these comments are accurate but clearly most of it is.

28/5/2025, 4:54:25 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Understandable... we have a lunatic for President!

27/5/2025, 9:55:04 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

The guy is a schmuck !

26/5/2025, 2:10:23 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

I hate that guy... such a schmuck!

26/5/2025, 1:58:37 PM | 7 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Trump's tariff shenanigans make the U.S. look like an unreliable trading partner. Not surprisingly, our trading partners are looking for alternatives. I'm sure China and India are more that willing to fill that void.

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24/5/2025, 2:00:30 AM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Thanks

23/5/2025, 3:13:46 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Seeing something strange on my cucumber plants this year. Does anyone have an idea of what is happening?

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22/5/2025, 10:08:17 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

What are the charges against him?

22/5/2025, 8:37:45 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Germany is permanently stationing troops abroad for the first time since WW2. I believe it's because they no longer have confidence in the U.S. providing support to NATO. picture courtesy of DW News

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22/5/2025, 5:51:19 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Obviously, this is very relevant to what is happening in our country today. Media being excluded or denigrated at briefings, public officials taking bribes openly and politicians enriching themselves and their companies through official activities (i.e. state visits).

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22/5/2025, 3:05:27 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

My sympathy to his family.πŸ˜ͺ The Ukrainian people are paying a heavy price because of a power hungry thug.

20/5/2025, 10:38:18 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

You'd think he'd have better things to do instead of glorifying himself.

17/5/2025, 11:10:01 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

So, more than 50% of our voting public are nuts or crooks? No... I believe those that voted for Trump are naive about the kind of damage he could do to the country. I think they only wanted change from the politics in Washington where the Democratic party wants to push the country to socialism.

17/5/2025, 11:06:59 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

How true is this!

17/5/2025, 2:43:52 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

So true... Russia doesn't want peace.... only territory

15/5/2025, 11:37:37 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

Does anyone else think a 45 day "trauma" leave for air traffic controllers, after they lose their radar for 90 seconds, is ridiculous?

45 day trauma leave for losing radar?
13/5/2025, 11:36:39 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

You have to call it like you see it

9/5/2025, 3:18:41 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

A lame attempt to ingratiate himself to Putin.

9/5/2025, 2:45:30 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Not enough

9/5/2025, 12:04:28 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Xi is playing an the part of important trading partner... he'd cut Putin's throat given the chance.

9/5/2025, 12:03:48 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice Chris. You're an example to us all.

9/5/2025, 12:02:07 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Thank God Europe is being faithful to Ukraine !

9/5/2025, 12:01:02 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Sad. ... no trickle down here.

8/5/2025, 11:56:19 PM | 3 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

Politics is getting nastier everywhere these days. It takes a courageous person to stand up after these attacks for the sake of their beliefs. Stay strong πŸ’ͺ.

6/5/2025, 12:12:28 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social)

So, nobody in Congress or government has brought this up to our Fearless Leader? youtu.be/Mj6N-WBPrVw?...

5/5/2025, 6:50:14 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Steve Stratz (@steve-stratz.bsky.social) reply parent

You clean up nicely!

3/5/2025, 3:02:16 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view