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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 3h

Elyssa Walker and other #Bluesky faithful remind me that this is officially Banned Books Week. It took me less than a second to grab these three on my shelves at home. Read 'em. Support brains. #BannedBooksWeek And join me in following this clever young woman! 💙 @smallcatastrophes.bsky.social

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elyssa walker @smallcatastrophes.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I spend so much time despairing at how quickly we move on from other people’s suffering. These student journalists stayed with a story for twenty-three months. Kept asking. kept listening. There is a kind of hope in that which I badly needed today.

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Mr. Dan Zak @mrdanzak.com · 6h

A Haitian man legally immigrated to Ohio, then was given an ankle monitor bc Trump withdrew his status. He threw himself in front of truck. The trucker, who voted for Trump, is haunted. “Pierre was doing what he was supposed to do. We did not do right by him.” www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...

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A Reckoning in Springfield

A truck driver out on his route confronts what the country has become.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 3h

Kseniya, a Ukrainian expat, radiates sweetness and positivity in every post. She calls her Bluesky feed a "Cup of Sunshine" for good reason. 💙 Check out her pack and connect with these terrific people. They are Kseniya's little "rays" of sunshine.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 3h

Kelly Savage-Radich is featured prominently in that great Guardian story. Kelly's struggling to make ends meet. She lives an hour from me in Ohio. I'm glad Randy and the good people in his packs get their news from multiple smart, reliable news agencies. It makes journalists like me very happy.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Hopeful66, self-proclaimed "salty blonde" and "community builder," posts common-sense advice and hilarious one-liners — they make me smile. Her packs are serious work. They knit people together, make Bluesky members one. That makes me smile, too. @hopeful66.bsky.social go.bsky.app/2YbgADv

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The average data center in Ohio or Michigan is over 200 acres. That's huge. Light and noise pollution is intolerable. Water usage is huge. And NONE of our 50 governors live next to one. No senators. No congressmen. There are no data centers next to Mar-a-Lago. They expect YOU to live next to them.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Supreme Court's 2010 Citizens United decision gave giant Corporations a First Amendment right to spend MILLIONS on political ads. It made your rights and your paltry $10 donation to a candidate absolutely worthless. Connect with the people in this special pack. go.bsky.app/EoMJ277

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

At the very least, an accusation of gang rape on a college campus merited a complete and thorough investigation. That investigation didn't happen in 2024. That's just insane.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Trump administration is trying to rehabilitate Nixon. Well ... A decade before G. Gordon Liddy became a radio star, I interviewed the Watergate criminal about the Nixon gang's plan to murder journalist Jack Anderson. The plan was vetoed, Liddy said. No biggie. You can't normalize corruption.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

In a world full of copies, facsimiles and ripoffs, #Bluesky friend Cindy Ann Pedersen @cindyannpedersen.com is authentic. An original. Her YouTube channel is a unique experience. www.youtube.com/@CindyAnnPed...

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Indie Aut. Stuart Miller📖✍️🤓 Believe in yourself & your potential @stuartmiller1.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

#WomensRights #19thAmendment (make new connections that you might not find on your own organically) If you'd like to be included in the future, let me know ♀️🦸‍♀️💪 go.bsky.app/MwLUSjy

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Eric Schmitt, R-Douchebag, called former Special Counsel Jack Smith "a dirtbag." Now and forever, mention Schmidtt's name on TV, and they will show this hilarious clip. He "schmitt" his pants.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We took out closest trade partner and turned it into a bitter enemy.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

THIS is the story. The cost of gas and diesel. The cost of groceries. The cost of war and corruption. Meanwhile, on FOX News, they're talking about NY Mayor Mamdani and AOC.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Make no mistake. Today's Senate hearing is not about gathering information. Today's hearing is an attempt to trip up former DOJ Special Counsel Jack Smith into an error of memory or language in order to fabricate a perjury charge. That's all. It's about revenge against a man who did his job.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

This pack is full of people who share Doc's deep concern for the future of the republic. If you're new to Bluesky or a veteran member who wants to meet the people Doc calls "Faithful Blue Warriors."

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Then we should respect his privacy and not repost his photo. And don't forget to check out Todd on Substack.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Sen. John Kennedy, R-Petticoat Junction, just asked Jack Smith these questions: "Do you believe in the Tooth Fairy? Do you believe in the Easter Bunny? Do you believe Jimmy Hoffa died of natural causes?" Kennedy is a clown. And this hearing is revenge against a public servant who did his job.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Senate Judiciary Committee is grilling former DOJ Special Counsel Jack Smith this morning. THIS is what weaponization of government looks like. But on the bright side, we get a hilarious opening statement from 93-year-old Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Assisted Living Center.

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Marcie Lipsitt @mlipsitt.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

No child from newborn on or any child around the world wants a KING! America’s children’ll begin to bury their king 11/03/26 & other children’ll be watching closely! Children need every sane Voter to see they’re fed, housed, provided healthcare & loved! youtu.be/quE2bNn9GBw?... go.bsky.app/2gESzR9

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Minutes ago, former Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., said what many of us think. Tester called for the replacement of incompetents in the administration, to which Stephanie Ruhle asked: Replace with whom? There's 330 million people in the United States. 329 million are more qualified, Tester replied.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Add the secret gulags, the Lenin-ish two-story posters, statues and monuments, love of pomp and ceremony, and the official likeness on money —- Yup. MAGA-commies!

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Of Bluesky's nearly 50 million members, few make me smile like Brenda. She's a mover and shaker, a community organizer, a leader. If you're new to the platform, meet the sweet people in her pack. I'm proud to be a satellite in Brenda's orbit. 💙 @bluthrunthru.bsky.social bsky.app/starter-pack...

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

This is more than a starter pack full of Bluesky patriots. This is VoteEarly Bird's @mhd33.bsky.social old-fashioned civics lesson, a textbook on responsible citizenship. Election rules do vary from state to state. Study Bird's sage advice. There will be a test in November. go.bsky.app/BH7CwgT

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I remember. Unfortunately, it’s one of thousands of outrageously stupid comments over the years.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Today, the news outlets providing pool coverage of the president's business: Real America's Voice and Lindell TV. If you ever wonder which media to trust, look at the organizations Trump hates. Rely on THEM for honest, accurate news.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Trump made communism his latest boogeyman. Then he fawns over the world's most powerful communist. Trump loves press attention — then jacks with press freedoms. Trump decries fraud then commits it. He decries waste then pisses away billions. This can't be a healthy pattern of behavior.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Dems enjoyed back-to-back-to-back Supreme Court wins over the Missouri gerrymander. But is anybody surprised the conservative justices fell in line over the possible purging of voter rolls?

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

This decision is disturbing but not completely surprising. Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, just said a massive "blue wave" can overcome this nationwide purge of voter rolls. In other words, register and vote.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

It doesn’t take a great deal of imagination to see what’s down the road. This president loves pushing the First Amendment envelope. He escalates matters. I hope I’m wrong, but at some point a journalist could be arrested. Handcuffed. It’s what dictators do.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Minutes ago, MS NOW reported their reporter was denied access to the White House. This is in direct violation of Federal Judge Timothy Kelly's order this morning to temporarily reinstate access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico. Trump is defying a judicial order. This is what lawless looks like.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

THIS should thrill all the rural Trump voters.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Every one of Marcie's packs is a reminder that children are vulnerable. And Marcie is dedicated to repeating that message at every opportunity. Meet the people in her great packs. Join her crusade. go.bsky.app/9YNuFeD

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Doc's packs are as diverse as it gets. Each pack is complete with awesome like-minded friends who, like sweet Doc, welcome you to the team. This is how we grow the community.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

G'afternoon, friends. If you're new to Bluesky or a veteran who just wants to meet new people, please take a minute to meet the sweet folks in this fantastic pack. I know these guys. They're smart and funny and you're gonna love them as much as I do. 💙 go.bsky.app/MCCfDsG

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

This afternoon, a federal judge will hear arguments regarding the CNN-MSNow-Politico lawsuit against the Trump administration's White House media ban. Trump knows he'll lose, but that's not the point. He just loves screwing with the media — and by extension, you.

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Anne Riley @anne-riley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

This person should not be a leader.

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Freedom of the Press Foundation @freedom.press · 21/09/2026

Reporters and advocates are calling on David Ellison to speak out against Trump's attacks on CNN journalists he seeks to employ and back legal action to uphold their rights. If he doesn't, it'll be clear his claims to support press freedom are all talk.

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Journalists, advocates demand Ellison condemn White House ban, back lawsuit

The Paramount Skydance CEO may soon own CNN. He should be condemning the outlet’s ban

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

CNN, MSNow and Politico will win in court and their access to the White House will be restored. But the real damage is in the constant chipping away at press freedoms.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Associated Press, NPR, The Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, Reuters, Bloomberg News, Gannet and Lee newspaper chains, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX News are among the "mainstream media" releasing statements against Trump's ban on CNN, MSNow and Politico. 1/3

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

These "news" outlets currently attend White House press briefings. Add Turning Point USA and a few others. Trump loves this. This way he can tear down East Wings and Kennedy Centers without all the headaches he gets from legitimate journalism organizations..

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Banning legitimate news outlets from the White House is serious business. We are 45 days from the midterm elections, and everyday there is a "reporter" from Lindell TV — remember the "Pillow Guy?" — at White House press briefings, asking insipid "questions." Trump wants a timid, servile media.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Minutes ago, CNN announced the organization was denied access to the White House and badge confiscated. A reporter from MSNow was also denied access this morning. In 2025, the AP was banned from the press pool and Air Force One over the "Gulf of Mexico/America." This is not good for the country.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

"The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit recognized that once the White House establishes press facilities for bona fide journalists, access cannot be denied arbitrarily or for less than compelling reasons." Full disclosure: I'm a member of the Society of Professional Journalists

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Today, President Trump has banned CNN, MS Now and Politico from the White House. He's now in full Nixon mode. I know many of you have issues with media. I do, and I'm a lifelong MEMBER of legacy media. But if you ever wonder which media outlets to trust, look to the ones Trump hates. Trust THEM.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Full disclosure: I am a proud member of the Freedom of the Press Foundation. We need to pass the PRESS Act.

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Bill Thornbro @billthornbro.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This morning I rushed down to CVS and got my flu AND COVID shots. I think we'll all be a lot healthier if we listened to Lauren rather than the Dumb Kennedy. 👍 Incidentally, this is a great pack full of sweet people. Thank you, Lauren. 🌼💙

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