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Betsy Alexander

@betsyalexander.bsky.social
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Dogs / cats; reading / writing history; architecture; psychedelic / garage rock. Record business survivor. Professional sarcasm expert.

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Xela Hart @xelahart.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
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Team Talarico @teamtalaricohq.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
BREAKING: Willie Nelson endorses James Talarico: “I've gotten to know James Talarico. He's a good man, who will be a good senator for the state of Texas. Please vote and vote for James Talarico.“
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Rachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
“…most commonly carried out in a handful of countries including Iran, North Korea and the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan. “releasing video of executions is most often associated with extremist militant groups like the Islamic State...” www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/u...
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Fort Hood Shooter’s Execution Will Be Public and Streamed Live, Pentagon Says
If carried out, the public execution of Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad set for Dec. 3 would be the first in modern U.S. history.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
I always get my Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! women mixed up.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Dude, don't assume this is also approved just because bestiality is now A-OK at the FBI. Probably should have had a quick think first. www.nytimes.com/2026/10/07/s...
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Bondage Photos Weren’t Part of the Campaign Plan
But Chris Gallant, a Black Hawk pilot and Democrat who is running to represent Long Island in Congress, is making the most of life post-tabloid reveal.
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MS NOW @ms.now · 02/10/2026
Dave Grohl and Foo Fighters will take the stage LIVE at the “Power To The People” concert TOMORROW starting at 1PM ET! Only one chance to see it LIVE! ms.now/powertothepe...
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
This is completely bonkers. www.propublica.org/article/prop...
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Almost Anyone Can Start a Private School. We Put This to the Test.
Our reporting has shown how easily people — some with questionable backgrounds — have founded their own private schools in barns, strip malls and other places. That led us to an experiment: If the hur...
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Detroit Metro Times @metrotimes.com · 24/09/2026
John James raised money in Washington at a fundraiser hosted entirely by senior figures at BGR Group, which has reported $590,000 in lobbying income from Flock Safety. The fundraiser comes as Michigan communities push back on Flock cameras. www.metrotimes.com/news/john-ja...
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John James fundraiser spotlights ties to controversial Flock lobbyists - Detroit Metro Times
BGR Group represents the surveillance-camera company as Michigan communities reconsider or cancel Flock contracts
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Jonathan Slater @jonathanslater.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The Greenhouse from recycled church stained glass windows, also known as "Sacré Blur" was made by horticultural installation artists Heywood and Condie from salvaged 18th and 19th century ecclesiastical stained glass. London
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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
In what world??
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Karoline Leavitt Just Tried To Claim That Trump 'Respects' Women More Than Men—And Was Instantly Called Out
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Eric Schmitt @erschm.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
8 Navy sailors in U.S.S. Lincoln Strike Group attempted suicide during its more than 300 days at sea www.nytimes.com/2026/09/23/u...
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8 Sailors in U.S.S. Lincoln Strike Group Attempted Suicide, Navy Says
The aircraft carrier with its crew of about 5,000 sailors has spent more than 300 days at sea.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 24/09/2026
An investigation has found that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other agencies have wasted tens of millions of dollars pursuing uninformed plans to increase detention capacity, and the total will likely rise due to ongoing mismanagement.
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ICE is wasting tens of millions of dollars on 'uninformed' detention projects, report finds
An investigation has found that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other agencies have wasted tens of millions of dollars pursuing uninformed plans to increase detention capacity, and the total will likely rise due to ongoing mismanagement.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I didn't realize that CTE also affected football coaches badly nypost.com/2026/09/24/u...
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Sen. Tommy Tuberville claims ‘many’ airline pilots, air traffic controllers are ‘part of the furry community’
Fly the furry skies.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
America's goon squad in action again www.freep.com/story/news/i...
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A judge's personal nightmare: 'ICE tricked us and grabbed our foster son'
An African refugee lived lawfully and freely in the U.S. for more than seven years, committed no crimes, attended all his required visits and held a good job. Then ICE came.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
One for Kash Patel youtu.be/tuk1NnnMQBA?...
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The Rolling Stones - Beast of Burden (Official Lyric Video)
YouTube video by The Rolling Stones
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
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Stop Trump's Arch
YouTube video by VoteVets
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
This Trumpapalooza next week sounds more like the Fyre festival.
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CNN @cnn.com · 03/09/2026
Fox News is parting ways with longtime business news anchor Maria Bartiromo, effective immediately. cnn.it/4qVRYt6
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CNN @cnn.com · 26/08/2026
Tim Curry, the English actor who became a massively popular cult figure thanks to his performances in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," "Clue" and the TV miniseries "It," has died. He was 80. cnn.it/4d4ByJ4
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Geez, now Tim Curry, too?
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Massimo (mirror) @rainmaker1973-m.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Dogs can’t sleep without you… Emotional support human required. Original post
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NBC News @nbcnews.com · 24/08/2026
Veteran who served 3 tours in Iraq War facing possible deportation.
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Veteran who served 3 tours in Iraq War facing possible deportation
Benito Miranda Hernandez spent years in prison on various felony drug and weapons convictions, after his family and advocates say he returned from his deployments traumatized.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
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Billboard campaign in military cities connects Iran war to high prices
More than 1,000 billboards have gone up near military installations tying the Iran conflict to higher consumer prices.
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Consumer Reports @consumerreports.org · 31/07/2026
Join Consumer Reports in urging Congress to restore funding for critical food safety programs! We need clearer answers faster when foodborne illness strikes. Send your message now: actnow.consumerreports.org/lp/fv01y…
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Wait a minute! Melania director Brett Ratner is also said to have been filming a follow-up docuseries??? It's the end of civilization... www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
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Trump Made Millions From Hollywood Last Year
A disclosure form reveals a $10.7 million fee for 'Melania,' legal settlements and a residual from 'The View.' It also suggests that he tendered shares in Warner Bros. Discovery to Paramount last year...
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Tell your state leaders to hold utility companies accountable and bring down energy costs action.consumerreports.org/nb-20260512-...
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Tell state leaders to hold utility companies accountable
Tell state leaders to hold utility companies accountable
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 23/06/2026
Jeffries: "When Pete Hegseth comes up to Capitol Hill tomorrow, what he should do is submit his letter of resignation"
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
“Fraudsters can no longer rip off American taxpayers,” Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said at a press conference. “If you seek to harm or cheat Americans, we will find you, seize any assets and prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law.” He means Trump, yes? www.cnn.com/2026/06/23/p...
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Trump administration charges 455 people, including doctors, with $6.5 billion in healthcare fraud | CNN Politics
In the Trump administration’s latest effort to crack down on fraud, the Justice Department on Tuesday unveiled charges against 455 people for their alleged participation in healthcare fraud and opioid...
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 23/06/2026
checking in on the guy with the nuclear codes
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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 23/06/2026
If Congress doesn't act now, Social Security benefits could be cut by more than 20 percent after 2032. Senator Bernie Moreno and I have a bipartisan solution: lift the Social Security payroll tax cap. We need to save Social Security for the next generation. Let's get this done.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Gephardt & Wirth have been paying attention. www.thenation.com/article/poli...
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We Are in the Middle of a “Rolling Coup”
Unless we begin to act, our democracy will likely be destroyed.
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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
That’s some strong hairspray.
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Video Of Trump Shaking Newt Gingrich's Wife's Hand Is Going Viral After Nobody Can Stop Staring At Her Hair
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 22/06/2026
Q: It's the one year anniversary of Operation Midnight Hammer. Would you do anything different? TRUMP: No. It was the most successful attack that anyone has ever seen with a bomber and totally wiped out their nuclear potential
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Why didn't we use hydroxychloroquine in the Reflecting Pool - it fixes EVERYTHING!
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
It's that time of year again, boys, girls, and druids. youtu.be/qAXzzHM8zLw?...
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Spinal Tap - Stonehenge
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
So when is Judge Redford up for reelection??? www.freep.com/story/news/c...
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Did Mike Johnson, a true rocket scientist, just try to school the pope on religion? WTF?!
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ACLU @aclu.org · 06/04/2026
Congress is considering reauthorizing a law that the government has repeatedly used to warrantlessly spy on U.S. citizens, including protestors and journalists. Our leaders must vote no on this dangerous privacy invasion.
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Himes Fact-Checked on ‘Misleading’ Claims About Warrantless Spying - The American Prospect
Himes seemed to signal openness toward reforming the 702 program, but emphasized that its extension cannot be allowed to lapse. Privacy activists argue the window for reform is closing. 
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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Do the aliens wear tinfoil bikinis? 👽
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Matt Gaetz Dragged After Claiming U.S. Government Has Secret Alien-Human 'Breeding Programs'
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Do I watch "The Manchurian Candidate" or "Dr. Strangelove..." tonight - or just another press conference? Such decisions.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Goggles. Lots of excitement over goggles.
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Bob Geiger @bobgeiger.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Hey, wait. I thought Republicans worshipped servicemembers and Veterans... People who joined the Marines Corps were afraid to have family attend their boot camp graduations because ICE would be stationed outside graduation events. Absolutely disgusting. www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
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Some Marines graduate without their parents' presence amid ICE fears
News that ICE would be stationed outside Marine Corps graduation events upended family plans, elicited national reaction and drew out protesters, including Marine veterans.
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Sounds like a wonderful location for his personal ballroom. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/03/u...
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Trump Seeks $152 Million to Begin to Turn Alcatraz Back Into a Prison
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
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Patti Smith - People Have The Power
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
When I find myself suddenly cheering Thom Tillis, I know it's seriously weird times.
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Katie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
“Mizan news agency, the official news outlet of Iran’s judiciary, reported that the number killed in Saturday’s strike on a girls’ elementary school in Minab in southern Iran had risen to 148 killed, with 95 others wounded.” www.theguardian.com/world/2026/m...
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Death toll from Iran school bombing reportedly rises to almost 150
Strike on girls’ elementary school in south of Iran has killed 148 people and injured 95 others, according to Iran state media
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Bob Geiger @bobgeiger.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
Every day it gets weirder and more sickening. A banner of Charlie Kirk is now hanging on the Department of Education building. The MAGA government celebrates this ignorant, racist fuck alongside great educators like Catharine Beecher and Booker T. Washington. Just repulsive.
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CNN @cnn.com · 01/03/2026
No senior Trump administration officials or cabinet members appeared on the Sunday show television circuit a day after the US and Israel began a major military operation in Iran, killing Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. cnn.it/4rJIzEr
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ACLU @aclu.org · 01/03/2026
Sports are for everyone — including trans youth. No one knows the benefits of participating in sports better than Megan Rapinoe and other icons of women's sports. Add your name next to Megan’s and urge the Supreme Court to let kids play as their authentic selves: aclu.org/morethanagame-actionbsky
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Betsy Alexander @betsyalexander.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
I demand Barron be on the front lines; he hasn't bone spurs. www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3b6...
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BLACK SABBATH - "War Pigs" (Live Video)
YouTube video by Black Sabbath
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