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@abstract53.bsky.social
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YIMBY, second wave feminist, parent of two fantastic adults, Dodger fan in northern CA. In the end only kindness matters.

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RESIST | FIGHT™ @resistfight.com · 23/09/2026
LAPD cops working for ICE contractors off duty — while the department fights to keep its moonlighting records hidden. That is the accusation now being leveled directly at LAPD leadership after a judge ordered the records turned over.
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mtsw @mtsw.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
you know times are dark out there when the guy who wrote "Baby Beluga" is posting stuff like this.
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❌👑 Bernadette🫘🟧💙🐈‍⬛ @vintageknits.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
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Arbaz Kakkar5 @arbazkakkar5.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Let’s be accurate, Mitch has NOT broken silence regarding his condition. His office sent out a photo and supposed explanation. Let’s hear the explanation from Mitch himself on live TV with a live World Cup match playing on a TV behind him. FMM!!! FTR!!!
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Hey @npr.org your story this morning on the Mitch McConnell photo and press release was really really bad. It sounded like your reporter had actually spoken with McConnell! And that the obvious AI pic was real! I guess this time NPR is FAKE NEWS. I'm very disappointed.
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Sam @samd.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
the critical thing to know about Connie Chan is that she’s not just a NIMBY when it comes to housing. She also NIMBYs transit and bike lanes, opposing the ballot measure to save Caltrain and car-free JFK
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Our economic recovery hasn't been felt equally. Low-income jobs were lost much more rapidly and have been much slower to come back. I am against RR Measure to increase the sales tax to fund CalTrain operations. I'm voting no on RR to protect our small businesses and working people, and ease their burden. If public transit is a public good, let's leverage local resources and legislative power to approach state and federal funding sources from a regional approach.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
I hope someone will take a look at this huge new anti-immigrant grant program. @jamellebouie.net @lawrenceodonnell.bsky.social @joycewhitevance.bsky.social , anyone??? I get these announcements as part of my job; this one is shocking www.ojp.gov/funding/docs...
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ResistDoc @aquatixwitch.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Can we PLEASE get religious leaders out of politics? PLEASE?
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
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NY Times Pitchbot @nytpitchbot.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Whether it’s Barrack Obama wearing a tan suit or it’s Donald Trump attending oral arguments at the Supreme Court for the first time in history, recent presidents are shaking up established norms as America approaches its 250th birthday
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Democratic Party tradition is to have a Unity Breakfast on the Friday after the primary, losers endorse winners, everyone gets thanked and pumped for the general. #msnow #primary
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derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
this is what they said it would be like under socialism
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 25/02/2026
Incredible shot of Rep. Al Green holding up a "BLACK PEOPLE AREN'T APES!" sign with Trump in the foreground from photographer Kenny Holston (Getty)
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
I want to see an Olympic skater choreograph “Money for Nothing” by Dire Straits. #olympics #figureskating
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Patt Morrison @pattmlatimes.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
This one just destroys me. Well done, whoever dreamed it up. @normanrockwellm.bsky.social
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Damian Collins @damiancollins1.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
The video for ' The Power Of Prayer' features archival footage from his youth and clips of Springsteen and the E Street Band working on the song in the studio. The message of the video is about old friends he’s lost and the optimism of that era, reflected in the vintage footage of Jersey Shore.
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Bruce Springsteen - The Power Of Prayer (Official Lyric Video)
YouTube video by BruceSpringsteenVEVO
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one @que.one · 26/01/2026
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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Make it viral.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
@msnowcomms.bsky.social The red dot and other moving images across your live feed screen is disturbing to watch. I’m a 100% MSNOW watcher but am switching to CNN due to these moving images that hurt my eyes. #yououghttaknow
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
#RoseParade The great @georgetakei.bsky.social on a Star Trek float!
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
#RoseParade Why are there ballerinas on the Mississippi float? I don’t get it.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
As a high schooler in #Pasadena I spent many days between Christmas and NY gluing flowers and veg matter onto #RoseParade floats at the #RosePalace, a warehouse used for rock concerts the rest of the year.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Despite all the corporate ads the #RoseParade showcases public education: #CalPoly float, marching bands, etc.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Watching the Rose Parade and wondering where to find the alt narration by stoned comedians.
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mweinstock.bsky.social @mweinstock.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
Editorial cartoonist John Deering rings in the new year.
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Adam Cohen (My Personal Views Only) @axidentaliberal.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
Neither the New York Times nor the Washington Post published stories about Trump writing 200 unhinged posts on Christmas Day
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Ron H. 🦈🐢🐋🕷️🐙🐘 @ronthinkmedia.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Lucid, intelligent and genuinely accomplished adults DO NOT pull asinine stunts like this. Jabba the Chump turns presidential history into a childish personal vendetta less clever than a "kick me" sign. www.nbcnews.com/politics/whi...
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White House installs plaques mocking former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden
The Biden plaque refers to him as “Sleepy Joe Biden” and calls him “the worst President in American History.”
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StrictlyChristo 🇺🇦🌻 @strictlychristo.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
I'm old enough to remember when the networks refused to carry an incredibly important speech at Independence Hall in Philadelphia by President Biden about creeping fascism in the U.S. because it was "too political". Sure, but they'll broadcast every minute of Trump's propaganda bullshit. 🙄
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Politics of Cars @thismachinekillsfascists.bike · 11/12/2025
if elected leaders want to subsidize more roads to enable more driving, and do not want to allow more housing in order to avoid more residents, then it seems they perceive their real constituents to be cars rather than people
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God @thegodshow.com · 11/12/2025
Dear male White House reporters, The next time Trump insults one of your female colleagues, if one of you doesn’t interject and say “Excuse me, sir, but fuck you.” God is going to lose his mind. Regards, God
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Shimanti | Human Consequences @humanconsequences.com · 10/12/2025
So it turns out an ice agent is much more likely to have an arrest record than an immigrant.
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Prof Dynarski @dynarski.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
I am happy to pay $30 a year for USPS Prime, which delivers mail daily to my home
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
I was online all weekend and all day today and just learned about #Bolsonaro trying to flee to US on @maddow.bsky.social tonight.
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🎃 Spooky Shoshana 🎃 @shoshana.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
Boston's Mayor Wu playing with Yo-Yo Ma at Symphony Hall
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Aaron Parnas @aaronparnas.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen. Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Thank you @lawrenceodonnell.msnbc.com for the only sensible analysis of the end of shutdown and most important LINKING TO EPSTEIN COVERUP! I needed that! I’m halfway through Nobody’s Girl and sure every person connected had sex at Epstein’s. perhaps a few victims were over 18 but it was REAL.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
why is @maddow.msnbc.com having Bernie Sanders on?? Hr is NOT A DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEMBER! The Dems should speak for themselves.
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Sam @samd.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
New York completely rejected left-NIMBYism today. we elected a socialist pro-housing mayor, and passed pro-housing ballot measures with a diverse coalition that was strongest in the Bronx, winning every borough by double digits (except the MAGA NIMBYs Staten Island)
Results by borough
Borough
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No
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Brooklyn
59%
41%
90%
Manhattan
62
38
90%
Queens
56
44
89%
Bronx
70
30
89%
Staten Island
31
69
93%
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
We got almost 900 trick-or-treaters tonight! Got barriers from the city to keep cars out. Decorated and had interactive activities. Super cool haunted house next door. I did a roulette wheel to pick treat. Love my neighborhood!
Costumed kids spin a roulette wheel to  determine what treat they’ll getPerson dressed as Grateful Dead Bertha (red rose crown and skeleton shirt) and person dressed as giant panda
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
If the government is shut down why am I getting emails from Medicare, Social Security, and the National Parks merch operation?
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
My house is ready for Halloween.
The Beatles Abbey Road image in 7 foot cutouts in front of a blue house. The Lads are wearing Halloween masks and have pumpkins at their feet. The Grateful Dead Bertha skeleton hangs from a rafter and the American flag is at the center of the house.
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Warren Wells, AICP @warrenjwells.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
My wife and I just called. Operators are standing by!
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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 07/10/2025
Whoa! The shutdown’s ripple effect starting to hit. Burbank Airport in LA County has no air traffic controllers on duty due to sick calls, last-minute day-off requests, and staffing shortages. If you’re flying anywhere in the country, check for delays.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Hey @npr.org your Life Kit piece blaming bicyclists and pedestrians for their own slaughter by car drivers is a bad look. Seems like you’re bowing to big oil and the auto industry. Regretting my pledge.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
@lawrenceodonnell.msnbc.com the a-block critique of the NYT and legacy press corps was 🔥🔥🔥and spot on. I want a transcript to read daily so I know I’m not losing my mind.
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Abstract @abstract53.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Hey USA, I’m visiting Chicago and feel 100% safe, having a fun and happy time as are all the other people out on the streets and boulevards all day and night.
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Alfred Twu @alfredtwu.com · 07/09/2025
The BART anime festival was huge, thousands of people including California Assemblymember @votealexlee.bsky.social attended. Big thanks to all the @bart.gov staff who made it happen! 🚃🚃🚃
Alfred with Alex Lee and another person, holding a framed drawing of a bart train in a forest
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shadow @ kinyoobicon @shadowdio.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
Bart cosplays!!
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Oscar&Felix @oscar-felix.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
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