thePrisoner
@theeprisoner.bsky.social
Empathy is a good thing, you should try it. Liberals prefer to help people not to shun them. Anti-MAGA, not anti-Republican.
created October 20, 2024
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Sue Massa (@smassa.bsky.social) reposted
This is my 95-year-old neighbor. He's been living alone since his wife passed away from cancer, and not long ago, he also lost his loyal companion dog. Now, every day, our chicken Hei Hei escapes the yard just to visit him. She sits with him, accepts treats, and lets him pet her like an old
NPR (@npr.org) reposted
More than 1,100 of you wrote to tell us about the books that broadened your horizons, that you kept through every move, that inspired you to become English majors, librarians, writers and teachers.
Harry Dunn (@libradunn1.bsky.social) reposted
Thank you on this labor day!!
The New Yorker (@newyorker.com) reposted
Lora Webb Nichols’s photographs of boom and bust in her small Wyoming town might be the largest photographic record of the era and region.
JeffTrnka (@jefftrnka.bsky.social) reposted
Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@zohrankmamdani.bsky.social) reposted
LisaZed 👩🏻🎨 🌏 🐨🌳 (@lisazed.bsky.social) reposted
#Seaweed farms are a dual solution for climate change & sustainable energy. - don't require freshwater, fertilizer, or arable land to grow, making it one of the most eco-friendly resources - naturally absorbs massive amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through photosynthesis helping 1/...
yolanda7712.bsky.social (@yolanda7712.bsky.social) reposted
Sean Angelina (@memphisbelle1114.bsky.social) reposted
That little hussy! Pepper started to chew on the WiFi cable and when I told her to leave it alone, she looked me DEAD IN THE EYE and went right back to chewing on it. Pepper keeps this up, she's going to find out if Jesus is real.
Karen Fox 🚫👑 (@karenfoxcolo.bsky.social) reposted
Dr. Amy Acton (@amyactonoh.bsky.social) reposted
Wrapped up a busy Labor Day by standing with striking workers on the picket line at @uaw.org Local 647. The striking workers at GE Aerospace today told me that they’re asking for fair pay, adequate healthcare packages, and enough paid time off. I am honored to stand with them in this fight.
Lauren in Saint Paul (@comobelladonna.bsky.social) reposted
everyone is right, Minneapolis is a crime-ridden hellscape, nobody should go there and you definitely should not consider looking for this beautiful accessible river beachscape perfect for picnics and date nights
thePrisoner (@theeprisoner.bsky.social) reply parent
Coffee is a lot more than 3.5%, the bag of coffee I buy is now 5 dollars more than around this time last year.
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
Beef prices have hit record highs this Labor Day Weekend — in part thanks to Trump's tariffs. Remember when Trump said he would bring down the cost of groceries? https://youtu.be/9EXi6xyOXSk?feature=shared
The Bulwark (@thebulwark.com) reposted
"To pretend that her death deserves the same recognition as that young soldier at the gate is obscene. It is a betrayal of the oath she once swore and a desecration of the sacrifice made by so many who kept faith with theirs."
Marc Elias (@marcelias.bsky.social) reposted
As we begin a new month, my law firm is litigation 51 voting and election cases in 25 states. 6 in Arizona 6 in Georgia 4 in Florida 4 in North Carolina 8 involve redistricting
Melissa (@moatis.bsky.social) reposted
www.politico.com/news/2025/08... Think I’ll keep my Netflix subscription since it’s supporting Democracy! #CaliforniaRedistricting
Madhu Pai, MD, PhD (@madhupai.bsky.social) reposted
I shot this video at a history of polio museum in Joburg, South Africa This is how dreadful things were before mass vaccination made this disease disappear If quacks like RFK Jr had their way, we could see the return of polio!!
thePrisoner (@theeprisoner.bsky.social) reply parent
He is wearing a "blue wave" shirt!
Raider (@iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social) reposted
Go back to whatever shithole country you came from because we don’t want you here. Trump made this acceptable.🤬
Freedom Writers Collaborative (@fwcollaborative.bsky.social) reposted
Bet your diabetic grandparents were thrilled when Biden negotiated $35/mo. insulin! Well, too bad for granny! Felon Trump reversed Biden's victory for seniors against price gouging. Even MAGAs didn't vote for this!
LindasHadEnough (@lindawarner.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Sorry, that's a hoax. www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-ne...
thePrisoner (@theeprisoner.bsky.social) reply parent
And if you were a nice guy, you would have given it to the kid.
United Farm Workers (@ufw.bsky.social) reposted
Central Coast Farm workers wish you a happy #LaborDay Campesinos de la Costa Central les desean un feliz Día del Trabajo. #WeFeedYou #SoyEsencial
Jason Dogwood 💙 🏳️🌈 🌱 (@jasondogwood.bsky.social) reposted
Starting today, 2.4M Americans, including kids, lose SNAP food benefits. Stores like Freshly’s Market in Mississippi that serve low-income communities expect a 35–45% drop in sales. Children will go hungry & employees at Freshly's lose jobs. Welcome to trickle-down starvation.
Distill Social (@distillsocial.bsky.social) reposted
Happy Labor Day! Trump’s record? The most anti-worker, anti-union presidency in modern history.
Get Out The Mid Term Vote (@gotmtv.bsky.social) reposted
Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) reposted
Today is the first day of public trading for Trump’s crypto scam.
Liz (or Lizzie) Kim 김혜성 💫 (@liz.sheshed.rocks) reposted
Chick-fil-A abruptly begins closing stores as economic crisis accelerates. All across America, restaurants are going dark. “Closed” signs are popping up as jobs disappear. The downturn has come for everyone – even Chick-fil-A. share.newsbreak.com/eswuvvcz?s=i16
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
Look at this graph. The share of national income going to the richest 10 percent was lowest (and share to lower 90 percent highest) when union membership was at its highest. As unions have weakened, inequality has widened. This is why we must build back union power.
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
“Jobs disappear and the markets cheer.” On Labor Day 30 years ago, I issued a warning the growing divide between workers and the super-rich. Watch. youtu.be/8rW1kkAV-gw
Saber (@heysaber.bsky.social) reposted
Hello BlueSky! I'm Sam - new influencer/creator marketing manager @magic.wizards.com ☺️ Migrating here from X and excited to explore the space!
Scotch Mac (@mac2.bsky.social) reposted
I'm crushed...CRUSHED!!!!🙄
Lauren Miller (@laurenmiller.bsky.social) reposted
Hey Boston, the first-ever Labor Day Parade is happening Monday morning from the State House to Government Center. Avoid Storrow Drive, jump on the T, and show everyone that Boston is a union town. ✊ #mapoli
George Takei (@georgetakei.bsky.social) reposted
They’re totally going to do this.
Raider (@iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social) reposted
Spraying chemicals at the music festival in Los Angeles, California! 8/30/25 12:20 AM
My America 🇺🇸 (@oldamerica.bsky.social) reposted
Blessing your timeline: Obama getting a huge ovation at Clippers game. This how you welcome a president:
Mary (@mjwyatt.bsky.social) reposted
Evening shot of Mt. Hood. May 9. 🤍🩵☁️
nypapajoe.bsky.social (@nypapajoe.bsky.social) reposted
darren32359.bsky.social (@darren32359.bsky.social) reposted
Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) reposted
Oh
Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (@salinas.house.gov) reposted reply parent
During his detention, my constituent was denied his constitutional right to an attorney and a phone call. I’m appalled that the Trump Admin is arresting firefighters to meet their arbitrary deportation quotas. These firefighters risk their lives to keep us safe, and this is how Trump treats them.
Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (@salinas.house.gov) reposted
On Wednesday, U.S. Border Patrol arrested two firefighters who were working to combat the ongoing blaze in Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. At least one of those firefighters is a constituent from Keizer, OR.
Raider (@iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social) reposted
Instagram influencer Adventorin goes viral after demonstrating how simple it is to climb over the U.S. Border Wall.
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
Why do you appreciate unions? I’ll start: Weekends off Paid vacations Work breaks Sick leave Paid holidays No child labor Safer working conditions Health care and retirement benefits
Raider (@iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social) reposted
National Guard troops enjoying an afternoon of strolling the Wharf during Jazzfest
Jon Cooper (@joncooper-us.bsky.social) reposted
This is never going away, is it?
The New York Times (@nytimes.com) reposted
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com Today, as the Israeli government “calls on tens of thousands of reservists to participate in the cruel re-occupation of Gaza City, I implore my fellow soldiers: Refuse to report,” Yotam Vilk writes in a guest essay.
Sheryl Weikal, still wishing ill on JK Rowling (@leftistlawyer.com) reposted
If you're arrested in Illinois protesting the planned ICE HQ in North Chicago, I can represent you pro bono. Email me at sheryl@weikallaw.com. As always, I will take as many cases as I can.
Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) reposted
OK, this one he wrote.
Jess (@georgiajess.bsky.social) reposted
Nurse, he’s posting again
Newsweek (@newsweek.com) reposted
The congresswoman called for the 25th Amendment to be used after Trump ousted Fed Governor Lisa Cook, warning of economic fallout and presidential unfitness.
Angelene ( FASD Warrior Mum ) Bruce 👠🤰🚫🥂. (@angelene-bruce.bsky.social) reposted
RFK Jr : SSRI’s could be to blame for school shootings 😳😳😳. This Aussie : No… it’s still the lack of gun control. It’s always been the lack of gun control. Maybe go after that instead 🇦🇺🙄.
IdahoLark (@idaholark.bsky.social) reposted
Friday funny: be careful where you leave your car tonight.
George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 (@gtconway.bsky.social) reposted
Get Out The Mid Term Vote (@gotmtv.bsky.social) reposted
James Fallows (@jfallows.bsky.social) reposted
This firefighter arrived in the US at age 4, has been here for 19 years, was on track to legal status, and was on a crew trying to contain a major blaze (in Washington state, vs Oregon, fwiw.) h/t @joshuajfriedman.com www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
iRamona (@iramona.bsky.social) reposted
I almost wet muh pants. 😭
thePrisoner (@theeprisoner.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm guessing somebody called ICE, because I would be surprised they would show up out of the blue at a fire.
Joshua J. Friedman (@joshuajfriedman.com) reposted reply parent
Yes, that is part of fighting fires
gammyto3.bsky.social (@gammyto3.bsky.social) reposted
Fixed it!
Joshua J. Friedman (@joshuajfriedman.com) reposted
I really hope this becomes the black eye it deserves to be www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 (@gtconway.bsky.social) reposted
@nealkatyal.bsky.social: “You’ve got the president who's imposed the largest tax increase on American consumers since 1993 … and he did it without Congress saying one word. That is not our constitutional structure.”
Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
And I am the world's foremost astrophysicist ballerina who invented the piano, aspirin, and appetizers.
Acyn (@acyn.bsky.social) reposted
Jones: We have a presidential administration that has more outrage about the changing of the cracker barrel logo than they do about changing the policies that allow our children to be gunned down in school…
GJRboston (@gjrboston.bsky.social) reposted
#Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein #Epstein
Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) reposted
He may be alive, but he’s definitely not well.
Ken Eissner (@keeissner.bsky.social) reposted
Alt National Park Service (@altnps.bsky.social) reposted
The Social Security Administration official who exposed that the Department of Government Efficiency had left millions of Americans’ personal data vulnerable says he has been forced to resign due to retaliation. Charles Borges, who served as the SSA’s chief data officer, told
God (@thegodpodcast.com) reposted
Some personal news: My Son is officially canceling his second coming until y’all are actually ready to listen to Him.
VC 🇬🇧🇺🇦🇩🇪🇩🇰🇸🇪🇵🇱 (@minilover04.bsky.social) reposted
Carl Quintanilla (@carlquintanilla.bsky.social) reposted
The Tennessee Holler (@thetnholler.bsky.social) reposted
CHICAGO…
thePrisoner (@theeprisoner.bsky.social) reply parent
I hope he does but I couldn't find a confirmed source.
James Hughes (@dystopian-fashion.bsky.social) reposted
Television legend Stephen Colbert has just signed a $13.5 million deal with Netflix for a 7-episode series.
Acyn (@acyn.bsky.social) reposted
Psaki: Comer was a little slow to move forward with the subpoenas, at least in my view. Moskowitz: That’s actually his regular speed. He’s just a little slow in general.
The New Yorker (@newyorker.com) reposted
“As I approach the end of my life, I have even less and less interest in examining what have got to be very superficial evaluations or opinions about the significance of one’s life or one’s work,” Leonard Cohen said, in 2016.
Just Jack (@just-jack-1.bsky.social) reposted
In a national poll, 9 out of 10 American flags prefer Governor Gavin Christopher Newsom.
Christopher Webb (@cwebbonline.com) reposted
They don’t care if you have papers or not. What they care about is whether you look like an immigrant from south of the border.
thewakan.bsky.social (@thewakan.bsky.social) reposted
Acyn (@acyn.bsky.social) reposted
Welch: Am American president talks to other American citizens like that, and propagandists come on TV and normalize this behavior. And nothing about this is normal. Nothing
George Takei (@georgetakei.bsky.social) reposted
Masked ICE aren’t about safety; they’re about fear and evading responsibility. Demand transparency and accountability by adding your name to this petition:
Jodi Jacobson (@jljacobson.bsky.social) reposted
Breaking just now on @allinwithchris.bsky.social, @robertgarcia.bsky.social says Epstein estate will provide Dems with the "birthday book." Can't hide, Donnie.
Christopher Webb (@cwebbonline.com) reposted
“ILLEGALS” MY ASS! Green card holder Rami Othmane speaks out after being snatched off the street by ICE while driving to the grocery store. He’s a documented immigrant and the husband of Dr Wafaa Alrashid, chief of staff at a local hospital. He was locked in detention for 13 days.
Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) reposted
we'll know it's for real when Fox News starts playing Lee Greenwood's rendition of "Swan Lake" on loop
Raider (@iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social) reposted
DC PD using some sort of facial scanning software on people they illegally stop during the federal occupation of Washington DC
Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) reposted
Probably the best thing for all concerned.
JeffTrnka (@jefftrnka.bsky.social) reposted
MAGA Mike Bootlicker will kill any vote brought to the floor. Ben Meiselas reports on GOP Speaker MAGA Mike Johnson facing his nightmare scenario as Congress returns from recess and his cover up plan with Donald Trump to hide Trump’s dark past completely failed. youtu.be/qFDiVffbJ1Y?...
Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
NRA: “Guns don’t kill people.” ME: “They certainly seem to help.”
BlueCrew community 💙💙 (@libertyovergov.bsky.social) reposted
If only MAGA cared for kids more than guns or Cracker Barrel logos… maybe they’d also stop defending Epstein’s buddies. Priorities, people. #BlueCrew #Resist #ResistTrump #antimaga #MAGAagenda #dumbAssMaga
Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (@salinas.house.gov) reposted
The Trump Administration is undoing protections for 60 million acres of pristine wilderness across the country, including 2 million right here in Oregon. This is an incredibly shortsighted and backward decision.
Tim Onion (@bencollins.bsky.social) reposted
Shanna Lee James (@2bdynamic.bsky.social) reposted
It is unimaginable to see books banned that countless readers have enjoyed over the years! By fine authors. Is this what our country has become--censorship is not freedom. It is communism and it must stop!
CajunBlueAZ ⚜️🇺🇸 🇺🇦 (@cajunblue.bsky.social) reposted
🚨🚨🚨Shelton, WA, firefighters stopped by ICE. Representatives from 3 indigenous tribes were included in this shake down. Additional information on the following post. 1/2
Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
Ashli Babbitt died doing what she loved—being a domestic terrorist.
Kat Abughazaleh (@katmabu.bsky.social) reposted
See y’all there!
Charlotte Clymer (@charlotteclymer.bsky.social) reposted
"Ashli Babbitt was a grown ass adult who made a series of conscious, ill-advised decisions to engage in treasonous behavior, and she got exactly what she deserved. She was a traitor. She was a threat to national security. There is no nuance needed here."
Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) reposted
If Ashli Babbitt's parents really wanted to avenge her death they would, instead of pitifully whitewashing her legacy, be suing Fox News for filling their child's gullible head with dangerous nonsense that directly led to her death.
Just Jack (@just-jack-1.bsky.social) reposted
Me, waiting for all the Epstein files MAGA promised on day 1.
WeRateDogs (@weratedogs.com) reposted
This is Dallas. She was spotted in a field with a cheese ball jar stuck on her head. After a two-day search effort, Dallas was found and treated for dehydration and ticks before going to a foster home to recover. And yes, the cheese ball company is covering her vet bills. 14/10 for all