I’m excited to share I’ve started a 2nd master’s degree at Arizona State University — in Political Psychology. In this field human nature intersects with political science, communication, and psychology—how people think, feel, form opinions, and make decisions in the civic and political world.

Math is math. And no amount of talking points changes math. Even in this era of political rhetoric that creates alternative realities. "In medium-strength rock... The GBU-57 could only go around 7.9 meters (about 25 feet) beneath the earth — far short of the 60 meters claimed by the infographics."

POTUS claims ICE is ‘going after criminals.’ But numbers tell a different story: 65% of ICE arrests had no convictions, and 93% had no violent convictions. That’s a clear say–do gap.

Declaring victory too soon has a way of boomeranging — particularly with military ops. Labeling a target “obliterated” before credible assessments fuels the instant-gratification cycle but potentially invites costly blowback. Now the admin will likely vehemently defend a narrative it rushed.

Hopefully, this is not premature information. It appears everyone is safe in Qatar. Hopefully that is true for all service members serving in the region and the civilians in these countries that host US bases who are getting caught up in this conflict. 🙏

"Rising global temperatures are set to devastate food crops across the world, with particularly alarming impacts projected for the United States, where production of key crops could plummet 50% by the end of the century, according to a sweeping new analysis." 🧪

What Israel pulled off overnight was stunning—but let’s not underestimate a wounded Iran. If Iran feels cornered, U.S. troops in the region could end up in their crosshairs—despite not being part of the strike. I’m hoping 🙏🙏🙏 for their safety and that every precaution is being taken.

An example of narrative engineering. #Soldiers were reportedly screened for political alignment to create the appearance of widespread military support for Trump to boost his agenda. But the military is a diverse force with many views, united by its oath to the #Constitution —not a person.

Maybe instead of posting the Ten Commandments in classrooms, they should start with posting the periodic table of elements. 🤔

A wildly impressive Ukrainian attack on Russia. It appears they have some cards up their sleeves.

Worried about the impact of proposed staffing cuts within the Department of Veterans Affairs system, nurses are stepping up to advocate for their patients: “These cuts will ultimately harm veterans. Fighting for our VA must be a top priority.”

Hear me out— Democracy worked much better when DCA still had Gate 35X. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle had to descend into that crowded pit, shoulder to shoulder with constituents, waiting for a bus across the tarmac. No status. No shortcuts. Just pure humanity. If you know, you know.

This is a valuable perspective. Everyone in our country should be protected by the First Amendment. Free speech is not only a fundamental right, but our country also benefits from the diverse viewpoints of international students who come here.

Unfortunately, we are only beginning to see the consequences of the cuts to NOAA and other agencies.

🚨 WALMART RAISING PRICES DUE TO TARIFFS “We will do our best to keep our prices as low as possible but given the magnitude of the tariffs, even at the reduced levels announced this week, we aren’t able to absorb all the pressure given the reality of narrow retail margins,” Walmart CEO says.

Fun fact: With the $400 million gift 747 President Trump is reportedly receiving, Qatar could’ve bought a doll for every girl aged 12 and under in the United States.

In his remarks, President Trump referred to this initiative as a "redistribution of wealth," a term that has historically been used by the GOP to criticize Democrat initiatives.

This is just another example of Trump trying to hide the impact of his polices and the corrupt bargain he struck with Big Oil companies. Ignoring disaster data only puts more Americans in harm’s way and drags us backwards in the fight against climate change.

Wow! That's a lot of work on taking points to defend this doll narrative. They're pretty much like.... Girls: ask not how many dolls you can have — ask how many dolls you can give up for your country.

There is a common belief that the military is a “break glass in case of emergency” solution for all situations. An understandable perception, as the military is typically effective at rapidly adapting to new challenges. But it does require proper plans and training for certain missions.

Most Americans get and use scientific info from the federal government daily but are unaware they're using it. But soon, they're going to notice. It's interesting how often I see someone say something like we don't need NOAA; we have AccuWeather. 🤦‍♂️ Where do you think their data comes from?

NEW INVESTIGATION from me and @vernalcoleman.bsky.social: Internal emails show doctors and others at VA hospitals around the country begging for help as cuts hurt veterans' care, including "live-saving cancer trials." www.propublica.org/article/trum...

Saw this in my notes... not sure what prompted me to write this. "Focus on what matters. Don’t get played by the spectacle."

President Trump’s idea to rename Veterans Day just got fragged by reality.

For the next Mission: Impossible movie, skip the global sets. Keep it local to dodge tariffs—and give Tom Cruise a real challenge. Sure, clinging to the side of a plane mid-takeoff is mildly exciting… But has Ethan Hunt ever tried driving in DC on I-395 at 4PM on a Friday?

"Public radio stations have been a lifeline for residents during natural disasters that take out power, the internet and cell towers. And in many remote and rural areas across the U.S., they can be a lone source of local news."

One of the dumbest recurring questions in journalism today is whether Trump plans to serve a third term. It’s speculative, hypothetical—and a distraction. For his base, it’s galvanizing. For independents, it legitimizes the idea. And for Trump himself, it feeds the narrative of untouchable power.

From a messaging perspective, this philosophy and approach doesn't exactly scream land of opportunity. It envisions an American future that resembles life in North Korea.

Ummm… for starters, someone might want to let him know May 8 wasn’t the end of WWII. That was Victory in Europe Day — the war continued for months in the Pacific. Just a small detail before we commit to renaming history.

In just 100 days, this administration has upended the lives of thousands of federal workers—many of them Veterans—through mass, unjust terminations. This isn't just about jobs. It's about the rule of law, our civil service and the critical services they provide, and the core values of our nation.

A wildly fascinating article about the man pulling the communication levers behind the scenes. He's revolutionized and weaponized political communication. Love him or hate him; his methods and tactics have been extremely effective.

One of the most baffling parts of the trade war with China is thinking Xi will call Trump to negotiate. China plays the long game. They know Americans won’t. We slapped tariffs on allies—China’s out striking trade deals and banking on our misstep.

🚨 Virginia’s farmers are facing unprecedented challenges—from droughts to volatile growing seasons. Yet NOAA, the agency they rely on for forecasts and data, is being gutted—without Congressional approval.

🚨 Meteorologists are sounding the alarm: severe weather forecasts are already slipping due to staffing cuts at the National Weather Service. Lives are on the line. 📉 Forecast quality down ⏱️ Lead times shorter ⚠️ Systems stretched thin Call Congress now—demand they fully restore NOAA.

Wow. Incredible story. "It went on to recount the day Black was born. Love Cohen left work to go to the hospital but brought along a printout of a problem she was working on. She called in the solution – and Black’s birth announcement – from the hospital later that day."

Happy Easter. ✨My deepest hope is that we allow his life to inspire our own: to build a society guided by compassion, courage, and care for one another. Let us rise to that calling.

Here’s a look at some facts and figures about the federal government’s veteran workers – who they are, what they do and where they work. www.pewresearch.org/...

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😱😥 This is terrible. 🧪

This is a 5 alarm fire. In normal time, the final budget would look nothing like the WH budget after Congress goes to work. BUT THIS IS NOT NORMAL TIMES! They want to implement this immediately for the fy25 spend plan! Congress is weak! Treat this as a death knell for NOAA and raise some hell.

They’re cutting the labs that help warn you and your family about deadly tornadoes and severe storms. Gutting them means slower alerts, more destruction, and more lives lost. This is reckless endangerment. #SaveNOAA

On today’s episode of “He’s Tearing This S**t Up”—Trump plans to dismantle NOAA, shutting down climate research and weather labs.​ In Texas, that means fewer hurricane warnings, less drought data, & more risk to our communities.​ This isn’t just a budget cut—it’s a threat to our safety.

Everyone’s watching the stock market — up, down, up, down again. But this? This is the number that should really have our attention 🚨📉 — a sharp drop in goods 📦 coming into the U.S. That means fewer products on shelves and higher prices. The impact might not hit all at once, but it’s coming.

Scientists have brought back the dire wolf —13,000 years after extinction. Jurassic Park now feels plausible. Meanwhile, we’re in an era where our civilization teeters —economically, politically, environmentally. 🤔 When dinosaurs rule the Earth again, will they study us the way we studied them?

U.S. tariffs on the rest of the world are handing China a much-needed diplomatic win. Suddenly, Beijing is stepping into a role the U.S. has traditionally played since World War II: that of a global uniter.

This hits home even if you don’t directly invest in the market. What happens on Wall Street inevitably ripples through Main Street and impacts everyone's life. 📉Companies tighten budgets—cutting investments, jobs & wages. 📈Prices on just about everything rise as markets react to uncertainty.

George Soros must be paying a lot of money for so many people to be fake protesters today. #HandsOff #DC @meidastouch.com

Wow!!! 🤯 Huge crowd showed up for the #HandsOff protest in DC. Protest signs appear to convey quite a wide variety of grievances.

BREAKING NEWS: Despite the Emperor Penguin showing up in a full tux, the Heard and McDonald Islands tariff negotiations went south fast. President Trump told the penguin, “You don’t have the cards right now. You’re flightless. You’ve allowed yourself to be in a very bad evolutionary position.”