POSTING THIS EVERYDAY UNTIL WE ABANDONED THE ILLEGAL CONFLICT WITH VENEZUELA www.csis.org/analysis/tru...

“These are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands by it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman.” open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

One of Trump’s grudges now threatens America’s weather forecasts www.vox.com/climate/4727...

THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA’S WAR ON DRUGS IS A FAILURE

The $12 Billion pay out to Farmers explained. www.youtube.com/shorts/Y2yo4...

POSTING THIS EVERYDAY UNTIL WE ABANDONED THE ILLEGAL CONFLICT WITH VENEZUELA www.csis.org/analysis/tru...

This morning, four vulnerable Republicans signed onto the discharge petition all House Democrats have signed to force Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to bring a bill to extend the premium tax credits for purchasing healthcare insurance on the Affordable Care Act... open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

THIS IS WHAT MAGA VOTED FOR I'm sure there are parents, wives, husbands, and children of the armed services on Bluesky. As a previous CSIS analysis argued, the forces currently committed are insufficient for an amphibious landing or ground invasion.

While President Donald J. Trump was gloating over the horrific murders of Hollywood legend Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer and producer Michele Singer Reiner, the U.S. military yesterday struck three small boats in the eastern Pacific, killing eight people. open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

Really American host Steve Harness breaks down viral videos going around of MAGATs finally coming to their senses and leaving MAGA for good! youtu.be/Zq8Mjr_Rrcw

It occurred to me that if Vietnam had classified the U.S. as a terrorist organization there would be (at least) another 766 dead Americans. Food for thought when we invade Venezuela.

@clearsky2024.bsky.social I have deleted all posts from ALTNPS based on information from others (that were provided without the demeaning language). Next time I suggest you point me to the right information vs. insulting me. Why would you stoop to MAGA's level?

“For the last couple of months, Senator Rumson has suggested that being president of this country was to a certain extent about character. And although I have not been willing to engage in his attacks on me, I’ve been here three years and three days. open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

OMFG.

Last Sunday, on December 7, Mydelle Wright, a well-regarded preservationist, filed a declaration before a court, saying that President Donald J. Trump is trying to get around the law to bulldoze four historic federal buildings. open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

Bulwark editors Sam Stein and Andrew Egger took on the epic collapse of the RNC social media team after humiliating remarks from RNC Chair Joe Gruters threatened to diminish donations and curb GOP voter turnout. www.alternet.org/trump-republ...

In case you haven't heard China, Russia, GB are battling surging cases of the A(H3N2) flu strain, with overwhelmed hospitals. The flu virus appears to be Influenza Type A. the-express.com/news/world-new Suggest you talk to your doctor about getting a flu shot. Virus is especially hard on kids.

The official X account for the executive mansion released new figures about the economy Thursday, proclaiming that 91 percent of Americans noticed “gas prices were dropping.” The source of that information, however, was from a White House email survey.

Today former Alabama senator Doug Jones launched his campaign to become the state’s next governor. open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

Americans, this battle needs support from both parties. If we, as Americans, fight for this, AMERICA WILL WIN. Talk to your representatives in Congress. Tell them to support Medicare for All.

Americans are not impressed with Trump’s handling of the economy. A poll by AP/NORC, released today shows that only 31% of American adults approve of Trump’s management of the economy, with 67% disapproving. open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

WHY? Venezuela outrage after US seizes oil tanker dopey tRump: “We’ve just seized a tanker on the coast of Venezuela, a large tanker, very large, largest one ever seized, actually [OF COURSE IT HAD TO BE THE LARGEST],”

Today is Human Rights Day, celebrated internationally in honor of the day seventy-seven years ago, December 10, 1948, when the United Nations General Assembly announced the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

When G. Elliott Morris of Strength in Numbers asked ChatGPT to fact-check an article for him yesterday, the chatbot couldn’t get its head around modern America. open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

Last Wednesday, December 3, a reporter asked President Donald J. Trump if he would release the video of the September 2 strike on a small boat off the coast of Venezuela that killed two survivors of a previous strike that had split their boat, capsized it, and set it on fire.

Notes: The Sep 2 boat wasn't headed to America. Hegseth covers his ass by declassifying sensitive, nonpublic, operational information AFTER using Signal. This moron is eventually going to get soldiers, airmen, and sailors killed. He needs to be removed. open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

Credit to CCC on Truth Social. Why Dopey tRump appeals so strongly to 1/3 of Americans. Even his family members say that he has not one redeeming human value.

Scenario: Ethel is 72 years old (1953). Born in Mississippi as Ethel Rose Scott. She's adopted through a local church at 18 months. Adoption papers change her name to Gertrude Ann Smith.

Sunday, December 7, 1941 open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

Excellent explanation of tRump's popularity. truthsocial.com/@CheetoCultC...

All MAGAs (and other people stupid enough to anything with the Trump Family). Still waiting on your T1 phone? Trump has a deal for you. Trust him. He's only doing what's best for you. He'll tell you that every chance he gets. the-independent.com/news/world

Sep 2 boat was not headed to America. Imagine that. www.cnn.com/2025/12/05/p...

There are 1,603,338 Americans with more than $10M in net worth. We, as a country, need to diminish the wealth gap. I propose Trump write an executive order to seize/confiscate a portion of the value based on the following:

Heather Cox Richardson 2025 National Security Strategy (NSS) of the United States of America The authors of the document claim that the system of institutions ... bad for the U.S. because it undermined “the character of our nation.” open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

If you want more information about how SCOTUS became so far right, this is a great documentary. www.imdb.com/title/tt2115...

I Blame Them www.youtube.com/shorts/0mcdj...

I know we're tense and maybe even a little scared about our country's future. If you love dogs (or a good story), this may help (even if for a couple of minutes). I would not recommend drinking coffee or any other liquid while reading. facebook.com/share/p/17R1TCLyj

Aren't we better than this? open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

DOGE - The final results Why isn't this a hot button for the democrats? cleantechnica.com/2025/08/01/i...

For all you dog lovers (or people who love a great story).

Here's a link to the Dopey tRump accounts. I started reading it, but TBH, the IRS language is really hard (for me) to follow. I know we have a lot of smart people here. Maybe they can read, digest, and put it in 'normal' language. benefitslink.com/src/irs/irs-...

Scenario: Ethel is 72 years old (1953). Born in Mississippi as Ethel Rose Scott. She's adopted through a local church at 18 months. Adoption papers change her name to Gertrude Ann Smith.

I have been banned on Truth Social. I'm pissed - they were such good entertainment. Like a cat playing with a wounded mouse.

How far we have fallen. Can we ever recover? www.westpointaog.org/news/general...

I'm having some fun on Truth Social. truthsocial.com/@WoDatShish/...

Article II, Section 2, Clause 1 of the U.S. Constitution outlines the power of the presidential pardon. I would like to propose a change to restrict/limit the application/granting of pardons. 1. President will be granted 10 'no-questions-asked' pardons for his/her term.

One more day to go. Don't give in. You really don't need that replacement toilet flapper valve from Home Depot TODAY. 😉 weaintbuyingit.com

I made this meme. I was trying to be subtle. My wife thinks it's confusing, not clear. She's usually right (she's really intelligent) but I can't seem give in on this one. What are your thoughts?