Any Democrat in Congress who would accept a promise from a Republican in Congress should undergo a cognitive test.

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The SCOTUS administrative stay is a terrible thing for 42 million Americans who are uncertain if they'll have food in November. But make sure to blame the *real* villain: Convicted Felon Donald Trump. It was his decision to appeal in the first place. Trump could just fully fund the SNAP benefits.

Yes, some people's legacies are complicated. For example, Watson. After all, though he was racist, don't forget his other traits. For example, he was also sexist. And also anti-semitic. And a data / idea thief. So let's not forget all the different facets.

The fact the governor of Illinois is beging for citizen coverage because media as a whole is intentionally not covering the governments terror campaign should be absolutely a five alarm fire if you are not already figuring out the federal government is at war against us.

People of Illinois, we need your help. Get your cell phones out – record what you see. Put it on social media. Peacefully ask for badge numbers and identification. Speak up for your neighbors. We need to let the world know this is happening – and that we won’t stand for it.

So Speaker Johnson threw a tantrum today & canceled votes for the rest of the week because he couldn’t wrangle enough support to block new parents from voting in Congress. I guess when you don’t get your way, you just shut it down and send everyone home? The American people didn’t elect us to pout.

The president of Princeton is standing up for academic freedom in the face of this onslaught: www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv... The president of Harvard is not. Good for Princeton and its leadership. A bad day for Harvard, on many levels.

This is the government the right-wing in the US wants to copy.

Instead of outlets doing how-to guides for Trump shredding the Constitution in search of a third term they could do how-to guides for Congress to impeach him for new actions every single day

have to make it through a second term first...

Heading to a protest? Protect your power. Watch this vital safety video before you go—know your rights, stay aware, and keep each other safe. Knowledge is resistance. Safety is strength. Let’s rise up smart and strong for democracy.

But no, apparently Schumer team is saying that the tour is being postponed because of security concerns. Rather than say, "Hey, we're in an ever-expanding constitutional crisis that demands all of my attention," it's "The Dem base is big mad and I'm scared of the optics."

Every accusation is a confession

you know i have never actually just listened to her speak and uh, the white house could use a professional up there

Not a historian, but to my knowledge, this is the first time a sitting US Senator — or member of Congress, generally — or perhaps any senior US gov’t official — has included an f-bomb in an official press release. www.duckworth.senate.gov/news/press-r...

A fantastically important postscript to this piece: David Graham asks Jeffrey Goldberg about possible retaliation, and Goldberg gives a perfect answer — with perfect swipes. www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/...

They're called public records for a reason. Starting today, WIRED will *stop paywalling* articles that are primarily based on public records obtained through the Freedom of Information Act, becoming the first publication to partner with @freedom.press to offer this for our new coverage.

Feels like the main thing you should know about the Democratic Party is that three years ago they controlled a trifecta after Trump tried to launch a coup, and they dismissed everyone who said they should impose accountability and said “no, we know how to beat him at the polls: kitchen-table ads”

Do you know why rural and working people are listening to Walz and AOC and Bernie? Because they tell the damn truth. Because they are passionate about people. Because they are authentic. Because they care. They are the new face of the opposition.

NEWS: We polled our locals yesterday before Schumer's surrender asking what they would do to hold accountable Senate Dems who cave on the GOP bill. 67% said they'd show up at town halls or public events to express their anger. 78% said they'd support primary challenges. We'll see where this goes.

@schumer.senate.gov If you vote for cloture you are a stain on this country’s history that will never go away. You are willingly passing power to a tyrant in waiting, and you are a disgrace to every oath of office any senator has ever sworn. Your legacy will be one of cowardice and contempt.

We found the real fraud.

Help us make the upcoming congressional recess one for the history books. We’ve put together a detailed toolkit to help you plan events in your districts, make the most of town halls, and put Members of Congress on blast if they try to hide from constituents: indivisible.org/muskorus

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Rep. Jimmy Panetta is hosting another virtual Town Hall TOMORROW at 5:30pm. It says if you register by noon tomorrow you'll get a call in. To register: panetta.house.gov/live

Maybe there's a little trouble in their Paradise? White House says follow agency heads, not Musk, on employee directive thehill.com/homenews/adm...

As of 8:34pm PT tonight, 93 lawsuits have been filed against this regime. Today 3 judges in 3 different cases ruled against them. May the marauders cease and desist. #resist #suetheregime #suethefascists #resistance I bookmarked this site. You should too: www.justsecurity.org/107087/track...

It’s big that Senators are starting to speak up. Good.

“If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing.” A classic quote from Malcolm X, who was assassinated 60 years ago today.

Important to remind Congress everyday of facts: 1. POTUS immunity to break law, doesn't make it legal. He is still breaking the law. 2. Immunity is only protects against criminal charges in court system. 3. Impeachment is outside this, it's political, and Congress has duty to uphold Constitution.

What does this map remind you of?

Coming soon - plus this Wed is Elon Protest & March 7th is Stand for Science

That’s about right.

Next Friday - tune in or show up. Especially for Monterey Bay folks.

For those tracking various things - this is a good place to bookmark. There are Dems on this list who need to be held to account. There are Dems on this list who are holding the line. ballotpedia.org/How_senators...

From today's Monterey No King Day event. I counted over 400 there at 1pm.

so far going anti-woke leads to less money and planes falling out of the sky

JFC indeed.

Join us.

Wish I could travel back two decades in time to tell myself that the guy who was then head of the Republican National Committee is now doing more to fight back against a Republican president than most Democrats.

Our voices count. Feeling powerless is stagnating! Take action. Here is a GREAT site that makes it so easy to call. Put your zip in, select your issue, your reps and contacts come up … also gives scripts … @meidastouch.com @briantylercohen.bsky.social 5calls.org @thebulwark.bsky.social

Monday Feb 17 200 Lincoln Ave, Salinas

We did not vote for Musk! Stop the Coup! non-violent, non-destructive protest at the Tesla Service Center

CARTOON OF THE DAY

I created a Starter Pack of organizations & entities I found on BlueSky who have sued this Administration. I'll keep adding as more join BlueSky & more lawsuits are filed. Let me know who I'm missing. Good organizations to support & celebrate. go.bsky.app/2dYWymB

Federal employees to follow & support: CDC Resistance: bsky.app/profile/altc... NIH Resistance: bsky.app/profile/altn... NPS Resistance: bsky.app/profile/altn...