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created November 22, 2024

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Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Oh well. America - the land of the free - had a pretty good run. Almost 250 years.

23/4/2025, 8:32:41 PM | 3 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

The "Reality TV" administration is fully here now.

23/4/2025, 8:28:37 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Trump is both the Neville Chamberlain of his time as well as the Hitler wanna be of his time.

23/4/2025, 8:26:25 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Yay freedom of speech. They did just prove that the 1st amendment applies only to the government, not private social media. But wait. Doesn't Musk work for the government? How does that apply?

23/4/2025, 8:25:17 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

A lot happened since Trump 1.0. At that time, the idea was to bring manufacturing to North America. And many did just that. What the fuck is going on when Trump 2.0 refuses to honor "the best trade deal ever" from Trump 1.0? Hint: Remember something called USMCA?

23/4/2025, 8:23:08 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social)

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23/4/2025, 8:20:38 PM | 7 2 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Try the Chicken Fajita Omelette. It's terrific.

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23/4/2025, 2:53:22 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

The military was stronger and safer under Joe Biden.

23/4/2025, 2:36:15 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

It kills Donald Trump that Joe Biden was so good with the economy, and he’s so terrible.

23/4/2025, 2:32:57 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

And the new holy land dairy-Cheeses of Nazareth.

23/4/2025, 2:23:52 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

BINGO!! We have a winner.

23/4/2025, 1:01:20 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Is every one of Trump's choices to head agencies totally incompetent? Hint: Yes

23/4/2025, 11:11:13 AM | 8 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I agree. Tax the rich. But what we need is also a wealth tax. Pay 1% or your net worth annually on every dollar over 1 billion.

23/4/2025, 10:57:56 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Canadians should look up the 3D printers for homes. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vL2K...

23/4/2025, 10:41:25 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Real patriots never worked for FOX news. Real patriots never worked for Donald Trump. Real patriots would never disclose classified information.

23/4/2025, 10:39:14 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

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23/4/2025, 10:33:22 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

"to", not "too" I expect more from Democrats.

23/4/2025, 10:31:08 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

These people still do not believe Trump is a criminal or corrupt. They are morons. 2 impeachments, the Jan 6 insurrection, 4 indictments and 34 felony convictions were not enough to convince them.

23/4/2025, 10:26:10 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Ditto universal healthcare.

23/4/2025, 10:24:22 AM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

There are very few people anywhere on her level. She's amazing in so many ways.

23/4/2025, 10:23:39 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Hegseth still insists none of the stuff he posted via his own phone was classified. Either he is lying - or he is displaying his total incompetence. Most likely both.

23/4/2025, 10:22:53 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Eh, that rail line will just make it easier for illegals to get in. /s

23/4/2025, 10:17:56 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Until people stop posting mirror image videos and photos, I am not interested.

23/4/2025, 10:16:34 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

This is good. And what about Measles?

23/4/2025, 8:39:57 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Seems to me that it's all a scheme for wealthy people to buy stocks cheaply then sell when it goes up. More wealth flowing to the top.

23/4/2025, 8:33:37 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Every one of Trump's cabinet choices are completely unqualified and incompetent. So they are all just like Trump.

23/4/2025, 8:03:47 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

*you're

23/4/2025, 7:55:23 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Such legal niceties matter little to Trump and his cronies.

23/4/2025, 7:53:17 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

"RFK should know this already." Really? He's a moron unqualified for any position whatsoever. Having him in charge of the nation's health would be like appointing some FOX News talking head to be SecDef.

23/4/2025, 7:47:04 AM | 7 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I hope you have some handy kitty treats.

23/4/2025, 7:31:21 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Someone has to work now that migrants are being deported.

23/4/2025, 7:11:48 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

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23/4/2025, 6:57:27 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

If we charge to piss on his grave we could wipe out the national debt.

23/4/2025, 6:56:19 AM | 5 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Gravity

23/4/2025, 6:39:41 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I don't understand what gives Trump the authority to deny money that was allocated by Congress.

23/4/2025, 6:23:17 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Step 1: Stop electing Republicans

23/4/2025, 5:56:51 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Meanwhile Measles is running rampant. Where are the government ads encouraging vaccination?

23/4/2025, 5:53:50 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

You're probably right. And confusing MAGA with facts is particularly cruel.

23/4/2025, 5:52:03 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

The environmental problems are real. Climate change is real. It's your god that is fake.

23/4/2025, 5:47:51 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I suggest telling these people that illegals pay lots in taxes but get very little back in benefits. Assuming they can read... taxpolicycenter.org/fiscal-facts...

23/4/2025, 5:46:30 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

We have legalized bribery in the US. Campaign "contributions" and lobbyist "gifts" are very much the problem. But don't look for Congress to demand or even allow a change to the system that got them where they are today.

23/4/2025, 5:40:14 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Fake = Anything MAGAts don't like

22/4/2025, 7:40:30 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

God forbid Republicans make it easier on moms.

22/4/2025, 7:39:40 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

We all want to rid the country of violent criminals. But even they deserve "due process". "Due process? Isn't that how they make Velveeta?" -- DJT

22/4/2025, 7:34:24 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

We also know because Trump lies all the time.

22/4/2025, 7:28:29 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Wish granted

22/4/2025, 7:26:12 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Exile to a concentration camp in El Salvador is NOT deportation. It's human trafficking.

22/4/2025, 7:22:15 PM | 6 2 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Trump does not honor the agreements he made previously. Does anyone remember the "greatest trade deal" ever? Hint: USMCA

22/4/2025, 7:21:33 PM | 5 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I am not sure why it matters. Trump never honors even his own agreements. I see no reason other countries should ever trust the US again. Some new a$$hole president comes along and just destroys what came before.

22/4/2025, 7:19:14 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social)

I don't know if this is funny or just bad taste.

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22/4/2025, 7:17:22 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Great. Now they warn us.

22/4/2025, 7:15:02 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social)

On this Earth Day, I wish to present evidence that yes, man landed on the moon. www.youtube.com/watch?v=-e5C...

22/4/2025, 7:13:21 PM | 5 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

She even had a security detail with her. This entire administration is populated with incompetents. But then, these people were not hired for competence, but for loyalty to Trump.

22/4/2025, 7:06:52 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Donald Trump has decided that competence, honesty and independence is not needed. Only personal loyalty to Trump himself is important. This is how we got an incompetent and dishonest cabinet.

22/4/2025, 7:03:46 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Rogue Citizen One (@roguecitizenone.bsky.social) reposted

On Christmas Eve 1968, astronaut William Anders snapped the iconic "Earthrise" photograph. Anders' image beautifully captures the fragile solitude of a living Earth and launched the modern-day environmental movement. On this Earth Day πŸŒŽπŸ’š - Pledge to help protect our only home.

Earthrise Photograph by Astronaut William Anders 1968
22/4/2025, 1:46:55 PM | 1846 453 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

"It was the dog!!"

22/4/2025, 6:57:31 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Blaming others is trademark Trump. Nothing is ever his fault or his responsibility.

22/4/2025, 6:57:00 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I am wondering how many potential visitors are reconsidering their travel plans.

22/4/2025, 6:55:53 PM | 17 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

It would certainly work on me. πŸ˜€

22/4/2025, 6:53:43 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Thank you Robert. Now tell us something we did not know 8 years ago.

22/4/2025, 6:50:45 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Food safety regulations are just a passing fad apparently.

22/4/2025, 5:44:58 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Yes! Stop Electing Republicans

22/4/2025, 5:43:55 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

You'd almost have to believe that Donald Trump does not have a clue.

22/4/2025, 5:43:17 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

In too many neighborhoods across this country, children are armed with kitty treats. Sometimes appeasement works.

22/4/2025, 5:35:52 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Pro-birth is not pro-life.

22/4/2025, 5:34:55 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

An insurrection should have been enough. 2 impeachments should have been enough 4 indictments should have been enough 34 felony convictions should have been enough What is enough for Congress to act?

22/4/2025, 5:32:11 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Smiling? Putin is dancing!

22/4/2025, 5:25:50 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

It should not be a tough choice. But what will it take? 2 impeachments. Nope 4 indictments. Nope Jan 6 insurrection. Nope 34 felony convictions. Nope

22/4/2025, 5:25:28 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

2 incredibly corrupt, anti-democratic leaders.

22/4/2025, 5:22:39 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Congratulations. You have successfully proven that the Earth is not flat. πŸ˜€

22/4/2025, 11:48:19 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

The GOP Senate knew exactly what they were doing. Donald Trump got what he wanted regardless of competence.

22/4/2025, 11:42:27 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I have no idea what it will take. 2 impeachments? Nope 4 indictments? Nope 34 felony convictions? Nope Completely unqualified cabinet picks? Nope

22/4/2025, 11:13:05 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I too prefer "DEI Hire" to "DUI Hire".

22/4/2025, 11:10:50 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I do not know. I am unfamiliar with UK law. Common sense tells me to keep convicted felons out of the country.

22/4/2025, 11:01:35 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social)

I propose a WEALTH TAX. If your assets are over 1 billion dollars, you will be annually required to pay 1% of all assets over 1 billion. If your net worth is 101 billion dollars, your payment would be 1 billion dollars. People like Musk can easily afford this.

22/4/2025, 11:00:00 AM | 6 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

1.) Someone who is paying cash in order to avoid a paper trail. 2.) Someone who is about to buy a lot of dalmations.

22/4/2025, 10:48:18 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

When you do Trump's bidding, you will usually come across as a hypocrite, an incompetent and a moron. That seems to describe most congressional Republicans.

22/4/2025, 10:45:39 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I did not know the UK allowed convicted felons into the country.

22/4/2025, 10:36:52 AM | 5 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I think it's been this way since the civil war. Equal rights for all? NO WAY.

22/4/2025, 10:35:42 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

"We did not literally mean 'all'. Just all white people."

22/4/2025, 9:15:24 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

This nightmare will take generations to fix. The world has no reason to ever trust the US again.

22/4/2025, 9:09:07 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Is it just me? Or have prices NOT gone down?

22/4/2025, 9:07:19 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Nice! I owned a Dodge Stealth for 13 years. Loved that car.

22/4/2025, 8:59:36 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Truth in packaging is important.

22/4/2025, 8:52:15 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Kristi Noem is a lot like Mr Burns... www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyWV...

22/4/2025, 8:42:12 AM | 2 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Especially churches who cannot prove they operate for the benefit of the community. Joel Osteen is famous for ignoring community needs.

22/4/2025, 8:24:18 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Non-profit news and information is important. Today would be a good day to make a donation to your local NPR station.

22/4/2025, 8:16:26 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Pope Francis was not perfect. He got this one right too. "Human rights are not only violated by terrorism, repression or assassination, but also by unfair economic structures that create huge inequalities."

22/4/2025, 8:15:25 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

It does not count when Trump does it.

22/4/2025, 8:14:20 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Look for Trump to give farmers another [socialist] bailout.

22/4/2025, 8:13:29 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Agreed. But what about Noem? And RFK Jr? And Patel? Bondi? Gabbard?

22/4/2025, 8:12:39 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social)

Well, it's Earth Day once again. What new destructive policies will Trump announce today? www.commondreams.org/news/earth-d...

22/4/2025, 8:09:38 AM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

I hear two things. 1.) The White House is standing behind him 2.) The White House is actively looking for a replacement. I cannot speak for others, but from where I sit, "DEI Hires" are far better than "DUI Hires".

22/4/2025, 8:05:37 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

People like Nancy Mace are apparently the best that Republicans can find to run for office.

22/4/2025, 8:04:13 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Only 3 months ago? ARGH It's going to be a long 4 years.

22/4/2025, 8:03:18 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Thank you! Other countries picking up Trump's slack.

22/4/2025, 7:59:18 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

Noem's phone is locked. Her code (don't tell anyone) is 1-2-3-4.

22/4/2025, 7:58:51 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

So what you're saying is that he was an ideal Trump pick.

22/4/2025, 7:57:43 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture TexasVulcan (@texasvulcan.bsky.social) reply parent

It's also "possible" the sun will go nova tomorrow. Just not very likely.

22/4/2025, 1:51:08 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view