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A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit - Greek proverb
Gotta give some props to my sister in-law who sent out a group text⌠THERE WILL BE NO POLITICAL DISCUSSIONS DURING THANKSGIVING!
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PoliticsGirl
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I understand a LOT is going on, but Trumpâs âplanâ for healthcare will be a catastropheâŚ.
youtu.be/x9rkd_2Nnz4
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You call THIS HEALTHCARE?
YouTube video by PoliticsGirl
https://youtu.be/x9rkd_2Nnz4
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@atrupar.com
@jojofromjerz.bsky.social
@politicsgirl.bsky.social
@thebulwark.com
DOE has made the degrees in female dominated jobs non-professional degrees. We are short 500k nurses in the US & we are making it harder to pay for degrees w/ lower loan caps
www.newsweek.com/nursing-not-...
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Nursing is no longer counted as a 'professional degree' by Trump admin
The Department of Education has excluded nursing as a "professional degree" program as it implements various changes to student loans.
https://www.newsweek.com/nursing-not-professional-degree-trump-admin-11079650
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Amy Klobuchar
8 days ago
Great to celebrate 50 years of Hmong American contributions to Minnesota. From Col. Yee Hang, the highest-ranking Hmong officer in the U.S. Army, to Dr. Pakou Yang leading in education at Normandale and Sen. Foung Hawj serving in office, the Hmong community makes us stronger.
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Bill Grueskin
8 days ago
Gotta love how Jon Karl and ABC News had this graphic ready to go *the very moment* that Hassett rolled out his Walmart anecdote.
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Washington State Democrats
9 days ago
WA's apprenticeship programs are opening doors to good-paying careers. Thanks to WA Dem leaders who introduced legislation that expands access to workforce training and breaks down barriers. We are leading the way in showing how these programs can empower workers nationwide.
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More WA students are getting a jump start on their careers. Hereâs how
The number of apprentices has soared more than 70% in the past decade in Washington, thanks to more funding for earn-while-you-learn programs.
https://www.seattletimes.com/education-lab/why-apprenticeships-are-seeing-growth-in-wa/
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www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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The banality of evil: how Epsteinâs powerful friends normalised him
Long after his conviction for sexual abuse, people in royalty, academia, business, journalism and politics sought his ear
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/nov/16/jeffrey-epstein-powerful-friends?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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The Tennessee Holler
9 days ago
Wow.
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Carl Quintanilla
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He has no desire to govern
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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Preservationists sue Trump over plans to paint Eisenhower building
The complaint alleges Trumpâs plan would âpermanently alter one of the most architecturally significant and historic structures in the Nationâs Capitalâ
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/11/14/preservationists-sue-trump-eisenhower-building/
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Aaron Reichlin-Melnick
12 days ago
NEW:
@propublica.org
investigated the Chicago apartment raid where kids were zip-tied and citizens detained for hours. They find: - NONE of the arrested were criminally charged - NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists." - ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
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Mueller, She Wrote
12 days ago
A reminder that the Epstein files aren't a distraction from the oligarchy. They're an integral part of it.
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@politicsgirl.bsky.social
@jojofromjerz.bsky.social
@thebulwark.com
@walshfreedom.bsky.social
@hcrichardson.bsky.social
@chrismurphyct.bsky.social
@realtexaspaul.com
This is what happens when you donât stand up to a bully and negotiate with terrorists
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
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Republicans demand tougher abortion restrictions to extend Obamacare funds
Democrats say thatâs a nonstarter, arguing there are already limits on abortion access. The dispute could torpedo a deal, leading to higher health insurance premiums for millions.
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/republicans-demand-tougher-abortion-restrictions-extend-obamacare-fund-rcna243206
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@mainstream media Can we just agree that inviting Trump cabinet members and JD on TV is just a web of lies and propaganda? Please? You donât challenge them and only provide them an air of legitimacy. Stop facilitating the gaslighting of America. All of us are sick & tired of it. Thank you
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Joe Walsh
15 days ago
Respectfully, itâs not âcentrists vs progressives.â Thatâs the old way of thinking. Itâs âinstitutionalists/establishmentâ vs âpopulists/fighters.â
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@anguskingiii.bsky.social
@johnfetterman.com
@shaheen.senate.gov
@captmarkkelly.bsky.social
YOU HEAR THAT??? DONT YOU DARE CAVE!!! DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT!! VOTING TO REOPEN THE GOVERNMENT WILL RESULT IN APPEASEMENT!! DONT BE NEVILLE CHAMBERLAIN!! AMERICA DESERVES BETTER!! WEâLL LOSE THE MIDTERMS!
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what have the GOP always said behind the Democrats backs? That they are not willing to fight to the death! Because we are like fucking Neville Chamberlain. We will bend & yield when the GOP is willing to take it to the end.
@sencortezmasto.govpeeps.us
@shaheen.senate.gov
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@cantwell.senate.gov
@murray.senate.gov
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@schumer.senate.gov
@chrismurphyct.bsky.social
DO NOT VOTE TO REOPEN THE GOVERNMENT!!! TRUMP & HIS LACKEY GOP CONGRESS WILL NOT SUPPORT THE PEOPLE!!! THIS IS A HUGE BETRAYAL!! YOU HAVE TO FIGHT NOW OR WE WILL LOSE THE MIDTERMS!!!
15 days ago
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The Tennessee Holler
16 days ago
Weâre told this is Jesse, the 90+ yo man in WILSON COUNTY who wrapped his van for Aftyn BEHNâS TN-7 special election campaign.
www.facebook.com/share/1a2NyN...
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Ahhh the 1980âs when music was good
@daveamp.bsky.social
@neatpickleye.bsky.social
www.washingtonpost.com/entertainmen...
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How Bob Mould rediscovered the great, lost live Husker Du record
Bob Mould discusses Numero Groupâs â1985: The Miracle Year,â which captures the Minnesota punk trio Husker Du at its youthful peak.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/music/2025/11/07/husker-du-box-set-1985-bob-mould/
16 days ago
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Rep. Kim Schrier, M.D.
16 days ago
Iâll do everything I can to protect access to food for every Washingtonian â now and in the months ahead. If you need help finding local food resources, visit:
wa.gov/how-to-guide...
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Get Help Finding Food | WA.gov
You can get fresh, healthy, and free food throughout the state. Find a community kitchen near you serving free meals and pick up free groceries at your local food bank. Learn about Washington State fo...
https://wa.gov/how-to-guides/get-help-finding-food
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So hereâs real life implications of our fucked up healthcare system. We absolutely need to reform our system. This is unsustainable. I talk with small businesses and they are struggling to pay for insurance for their employees and the exchange is not viable.
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
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ACA health care premiums are rising. These 8 Americans showed us how much.
Premiums for health insurance sold through the Affordable Care Act are soaring because of the expiration of enhanced subsidies at the heart of the government shutdown.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/11/10/obamacare-aca-premiums-rising-shutdown/
16 days ago
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Acyn
17 days ago
Shapiro: He rose to some prominence by writing a book about growing up in Appalachia, where there are a whole lot of people who get SNAP. He made millions of dollars off telling their stories, and then he turned his damn back on those very people he likes to write about and claim as his own.
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Carl Quintanilla
17 days ago
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If you want to do something good for the planet and your fellow humans, join Ridwell. What is that? They come to your house & pick up plastic films and other non recyclable plastics as well as specialty items like batteries! They are doing a food drive as well! Check them out!!
www.ridwell.com
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Ridwell. Wasting less, made easy. Join today!
Ridwell picks up hard to recycle plastics, reusable items, and so much more right from your door, then works with local partners to keep them out of the landfill. Become a member today!
https://www.ridwell.com/users/UkVBxYk/dashboard
20 days ago
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Amy Klobuchar
21 days ago
One word: Shakedown! Iâm shocked. And I thought they just all liked ballroom dancing. Report: Donors to Trumpâs White House ballroom have $279B in federal contracts
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
21 days ago
Open enrollment has begun for 2026 health plans, and Washingtonians are seeing huge cost increases. Congress could be working right now on bringing down the cost of insurance premiums for Americans. But instead, people are refusing to come to the table to discuss this issue.
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Great interview with Heidi Heitkamp!! âDemocrats have to stop acting like missionaries and start acting like friends in rural America.â People donât vote against their own interests, you donât understand their interests!!! EXACTLY!!
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I wish America could do what King Charles is doing to his brother, Andrew, strip him of his titles and privileges and evict him from his mansion. King Charles strips brother Andrew of titles and his mansion -
www.reuters.com/world/uk/kin...
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25 days ago
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Christopher Webb
26 days ago
Wow! Itâs not even close. Food banks canât keep up with the need⌠Question: âHow long is this sustainable.â Food bank director: âItâs not⌠for every meal that a food bank provides, the SNAP program provides nine. Thereâs no way we can meet that gap.â
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Nancy Drew: Girl Detective
26 days ago
If I wasn't rooting for the Blue Jays before, I am now. "Approximately 250 Blue Jays fans have donated nearly $10,000 to the Seattle Childrenâs Hospital since the Oct. 20 game, a form of congratulations to the Mariners on a successful season and an expression of gratitude for a well-played series."
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Why Blue Jays fans have been donating to Seattle Childrenâs Hospital
Approximately 250 Blue Jays fans have donated nearly $10,000 to the Seattle Childrenâs Hospital since last Monday's Game 7. Here's why.
https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/seattle-childrens-hospital-gets-surge-of-donations-from-blue-jays-fans/
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Edward R Murrow is rolling over in his grave.
www.theguardian.com/media/2025/o...
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CBS News staffers lose jobs in âbloodbathâ as part of sweeping cuts from Paramount
Paramount laying off about 1,000 staffers, including some in news, on Wednesday amid longer-term cost-cutting plan
https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/oct/29/cbs-news-layoffs-paramount?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
26 days ago
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Ian Kremer
27 days ago
It doesn't have to be this way. We can do better, be better, form a more perfect union.
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Amen. If you can donate $$ to any local food bank please do. They are able to stretch cash and buy perishable items. Hereâs some organization:
foodlifeline.org
www.feedingamerica.org
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27 days ago
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Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal
27 days ago
What is a shadow hearing? This is a way for us to conduct the oversight that Republicans are trying to block in official hearings â like raising the alarm on Trumpâs lawless immigration actions. Hereâs my breakdown:
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Senate approves bipartisan resolution to end tariffs on Brazil
The move reflects frustration over President Donald Trumpâs trade actions among a group of GOP lawmakers, though it cannot pass the House.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/10/28/senate-approves-bipartisan-resolution-end-tariffs-brazil/
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White House fires arts commission expected to review Trump construction projects
The moves comes as President Donald Trump pursues efforts to build a White House ballroom and a triumphal arch in Washington.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/10/28/trump-arts-commission-firings-ballroom-arch/
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John Dickerson is leaving CBS. I suspect Leslie Stahl and the rest of 60 Minutes is not far behind. What will be left is a cabal of bootlickers. Gone is the integrity of Edward R Murrow and what is left is a rotting corpse of what was the premiere journalistic voice.
www.wsj.com/business/med...
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âCBS Evening Newsâ Co-Anchor John Dickerson Leaving Network
The move comes after Bari Weiss started as editor in chief of CBS News earlier this month. The decision to leave was his own.
https://www.wsj.com/business/media/cbs-evening-news-co-anchor-john-dickerson-leaving-network-aa3d03fc?st=u9m58o&reflink=article_copyURL_share
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Alt National Park Service
about 1 month ago
We were just notified that cell-site simulators were used during the No Kings protests in several cities. Fortunately, we planned for this. Portland, Houston, Philadelphia, and Chicago were among the targeted locations. If youâre attending protests, please remember to follow protocol.
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Silly Sally đđđ
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America needs to take a hard look in the mirror. We have thrown our weight around & bullied the rest of the world and now that behavior is coming back to roost. Might does not always make right. we have focused on the wrong things. We have not built The Shining City on the Hill, rather a slum.
about 1 month ago
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Andy Kostrub
about 1 month ago
Updating my LEGO White House
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Time to donate time, money or food to the local food banks. US states warn food aid benefits will halt if federal shutdown drags on -
www.reuters.com/business/env...
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about 1 month ago
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Washington State Standard
about 1 month ago
Gov. Bob Ferguson signed an executive order Wednesday to strengthen how the state consults and works with Native American tribes in Washington.
washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/10/23/w...
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WA governor moves to improve state consultation with tribes ⢠Washington State Standard
Gov. Bob Ferguson signed an executive order Wednesday to strengthen how the state consults with Native American tribes in Washington.
https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/10/23/wa-governor-moves-to-improve-state-consultation-with-tribes/
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You will always be safe with me. If you need safe haven or to get away from a bad situation, DM me. I will find a safe place for you.
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Can Minnesota follow Montana? The Transparent Election Initiative looks at a state level mechanism to thwart Citizens United. If Congress canât do it then the states have to get corporate $$ out of elections.
corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2025/08/07/t...
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Transparent Election Initiative
A bipartisan team of former Montana officials have unveiled an oddly simple yet startlingly robust legal mechanism for undoing Citizens United that ...
https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2025/08/07/transparent-election-initiative/
about 1 month ago
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The Tennessee Holler
about 1 month ago
âCan you put two and two together about whatâs going on here??â
@saikatforcongress.bsky.social
connects the dots for the panel
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What can WA state do to follow Montanaâs lead here??
corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2025/08/07/t...
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Transparent Election Initiative
A bipartisan team of former Montana officials have unveiled an oddly simple yet startlingly robust legal mechanism for undoing Citizens United that ...
https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2025/08/07/transparent-election-initiative/
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@jojofromjerz.bsky.social
@politicsgirl.bsky.social
@walshfreedom.bsky.social
We might not be able to get Congress to overturn Citizens United but Montana is proposing a state constitutional amendment to limit the privileges of corps!
corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2025/08/07/t...
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Transparent Election Initiative
A bipartisan team of former Montana officials have unveiled an oddly simple yet startlingly robust legal mechanism for undoing Citizens United that ...
https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2025/08/07/transparent-election-initiative/
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