Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialOmar Wasow @owasow.bsky.social · 04/07/2025In July of 1852, Frederick Douglass delivered one of the greatest speeches in US history. Today it’s often presented in abridged form, though, and skips what seems like a long-winded introduction. If you read the intro closely, however, there’s an ingenious structure. THREAD👇🏽 161060426
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialMichael E. Mann @michaelemann.bsky.social · 26/06/2026fossil fuel burning ➡️ warming planet ➡️ increase in persistent weather extremes 115148
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialJoyce White Vance @joycewhitevance.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Facts matter. Trump is trying to restrict mail in voting by taking control of who is eligible. That’s up to the states, but Trump has decided the states can’t mail ballots to anyone who isn’t on his list. Read here to understand the EO & lawsuits challenging it: open.substack.com/pub/joycevan...open.substack.comThe Executive Order To Restrict Vote By MailTrump is still trying to suppress your vote 8926621270
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialThe Onion @theonion.com · 21/05/2026Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Trying To Draw Foul While Shooting Free Throw 293021518
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialXela Hart @xelahart.bsky.social · 21/05/2026Cartoon by Jeff Koterba 10134031246
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialJan-Werner Mueller @jwmueller-pu.bsky.social · 14/04/2026👇washingtonpost.comColumn | America fought to defeat fascism. This ‘triumphal arch’ reeks of it.Detailed renderings of President Donald Trump’s proposed victory arch near Arlington National Cemetery reveal a confused and offensive symbolism. 0247
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialJan-Werner Mueller @jwmueller-pu.bsky.social · 12/04/2026Four years ago, Orbán gloated that his election victory was so big that it could be seen even from Brussels. Today's defeat is such that it can be seen even from Washington and Moscow.theguardian.comViktor Orbán concedes defeat as opposition wins Hungarian electionWin for Tisza party ends rightwing populist’s 16-year grip on power and will likely reshape country’s relationship with EU 13650161
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialSimon Wren-Lewis @sjwrenlewis.bsky.social · 02/04/2026This week's post: The damage that right wing populists do mainlymacro.blogspot.com/2026/03/the-... The record of right wing populist leaders in the UK: Brexit and tens of thousands of unnecessary deaths as Johnson said he would rather see "bodies pile high" than impose a second lockdown.mainlymacro.blogspot.comThe damage that right wing populists doHistory, and events today, tell us the damage that fascism can do. Right wing populism is a milder form of fascism. Right wing populism is... 02111
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 04/04/2026"All we say to America is, 'Be true to what you said on paper.'" These words — spoken by MLK Jr. shortly before he was killed on this day in 1968 — ring just as true now. Let's honor his legacy by continuing the fight for social and economic justice. 11185762613
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialDemocrats @democrats.org · 25/03/2026HUGE NEWS: Democrat Emily Gregory just flipped the Florida state House district that includes Mar-a-Lago. She defeated a Trump-endorsed Republican in Trump’s home district. 19601154
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 23/03/2026BREAKING: Award-winning journalist Scott MacFarlane is joining MeidasTouch as our Chief Washington Correspondent. This is a major expansion of our enterprise and investigative reporting in D.C. 507137102174
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 02/03/2026By what right did the United States and Israel attack Iran? 000
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialThe Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 15/02/2026“I’ve never protested before - but I just watched 4th & 5th grade kids run away from our own government.” 😕🇺🇸💔 (From @crindivisible.bsky.social ) 639288089944
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialBarb McQuade @barbmcquade.bsky.social · 12/02/2026Attorney General Pam Bondi tells a member of a co-equal branch of government during a public hearing: “You don’t tell me anything, you washed-up loser lawyer.” The disdain for our own government is appalling. This administration is destroying our democracy. 83096773067
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 31/01/2026Amazon has cut a combined 28,000 jobs since October. Its CEO made $40M+ in 2024 UPS has announced 78,000 job cuts since last year. Its CEO made $24M. HP announced up to 6,000 layoffs in November. Its CEO made $21M. This is what I mean when I say the system is rigged. 473154875196
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 12/01/2026As Trump ramps up his cruel deportation machine, it's more important than ever to know your rights if ICE comes to your door. Spread the word.zeteo.comWhat to Do If ICE Shows Up: Know Your RightsHere are five guidelines for how to respond if US federal immigration agents stop, approach you, or knock at your door. 541193611
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialJoyce White Vance @joycewhitevance.bsky.social · 09/01/2026It’s time to start preparing for the mid-term elections. Here’s what you need to know. open.substack.com/pub/joycevan...open.substack.comTen Questions with Marc EliasDouble the questions, because our elections are incredibly important 34963357
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialProf Peter Hotez MD PhD DSc(hon) @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social · 10/01/2026From @cidrap.bsky.social www.cidrap.umn.edu/influenza-va...cidrap.umn.eduStudy: Flu vaccination reduces risk of heart attackA meta-analysis shows a 26% lower risk of heart attacks in people who received a flu vaccine and a 33% reduction in cardiovascular deaths. 18630
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialUnited Church of Christ @unitedchurch.bsky.social · 04/01/2026We recall Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:9: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” His teachings compel us to work tirelessly for peace, justice, and reconciliation. 📣 UCC & DOC leadership released a joint statement on Venezuela takeover by the US:ow.lyUCC and DOC leadership release joint statement on Venezuela Takeover by the United States - United Church of ChristUnited Church of Christ General Minister and President/CEO, the Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, Disciples of Christ (Christian Church) General Minister and 047
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRev. Dr. Serene Jones @serenejones.bsky.social · 08/01/2026My heart is broken and my conscience outraged by the killing of Renee Nicole Good and others by ICE. Every human life is sacred. State violence that tears families apart and extinguishes life demands our moral reckoning. I hold her loved ones—and all living in fear—in prayer, grief, and solidarity. 042
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 08/01/2026The first time Charlie Chaplin spoke onscreen, he implored the people of the world to resist the rising tide of fascism. Nearly 90 years later, it remains a timely message. 13278223352
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialMichael E. Mann @michaelemann.bsky.social · 30/12/2025The forces behind the dangerous anti-science movement | I discussed my book w/ @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social, #ScienceUnderSiege, with @ethanelkind.bsky.social of @npr.org / @kalwradio.bsky.social #YourCall radio: www.kalw.org/show/your-ca...kalw.orgThe forces behind the dangerous anti-science movementIn their new book, "Science Under Siege," Peter Hotez and Michael Mann reveal the main forces threatening science: plutocrats, pros, petrostates, phonies, and the press. 623585
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialA.R. Moxon @juliusgoat.bsky.social · 29/12/2025Seems to me if voting didn’t matter the people who benefit most from the destruction of democracy wouldn’t be trying so hard to demolish democracy 151022386
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialStephen King @stephenking.bsky.social · 08/12/2025Heather Cox Richardson offers the most lucid explanation(s) of the way Trump and his cronies are taking a hammer to our beautiful America. Get her daily letter wherever you get your podcasts. 924353586
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRupert Stubbs @rupertstubbs.bsky.social · 10/12/2025Starmer should read this with shame. Devastating. 👇👇👇 095
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Socialism is what they called public power. Socialism is what they called social security. Socialism is what they called the growth of free and independent labor organizations. Socialism is their name for almost anything that helps all the people. —Harry Truman, 1952 443229357907
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialIrwin Redlener @irwinredlener.bsky.social · 20/11/2025First measles, now pertussis (whooping cough) outbreaks are surging as vaccine skepticism increases. This dreaded illness once sickened & often killed babies until vaccine was developed. Anti-science conspiracist RFK, Jr. bringing ignorance & carnage to public health in U.S. He must step down now! 04120
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialMollie Katzen @molliekatzen.bsky.social · 15/11/2025Imagine what this number will look like when health insurance premiums go through the roof and countless people will have no coverage. 9357150
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialGeorge Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 11/11/2025www.newyorker.com/cartoons/daily-cartoon/tuesday-november-11th-we-cave 333133593799
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRussell Razzaque @mindfulrussell.bsky.social · 29/12/2024Great lecture from a great colleague... 2184
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialPaul Krugman @pkrugman.bsky.social · 10/10/2025So today's Substack about the impact of tariffs concluded: "in many ways the level of the tariffs is less important than the huge uncertainty Trump’s policies have created. And that uncertainty hasn’t abated at all." Ya don't say. paulkrugman.substack.com/p/leprechaun...paulkrugman.substack.comLeprechauns, Effective Tariffs and InflationYes, tariffs are hurting us. No, Trump wasn’t right. 34646167
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 25/09/2025www.democracynow.org/2025/9/24/pe...democracynow.org“Science Under Siege”: Dr. Peter Hotez on Trump, Tylenol & AutismPresident Trump is promoting unproven claims that both vaccines and the common painkiller acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or by the brand name Tylenol, cause autism. Trump’s recent anti-vacci... 010
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialProf Peter Hotez MD PhD DSc(hon) @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social · 24/09/2025Many thanks to Democracy Now for highlighting our new book this morning, #ScienceUnderSiege @michaelemann.bsky.social @peterhotezmdphd.bsky.social @publicaffairs1796.bsky.social 110626
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 23/09/2025U.S. Const. amend. I “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” 010
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 20/09/2025Great interview with Karen Attiah paulkrugman.substack.com/p/karen-attiahpaulkrugman.substack.comKaren AttiahTalking with the journalist the Washington Post fired for being honest 010
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialBrian Klaas @brianklaas.bsky.social · 09/09/2025I wrote this back in March but I think it's important now more than ever to understand competitive authoritarianism--and the concrete steps that can be used to fight back against it. It's going to be difficult, but it's not a lost cause--and the fight is worth it. I explain the best strategies here:forkingpaths.coIs American democracy doomed?How to understand the concept of "competitive authoritarianism" and why it's crucial to push back now to avoid it. 78536
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 16/09/2025Origins of Political Violence according to Lily Mason: Partisan hatred Violent predispositions Dehumanization: See other side as evil Existential fear: Belief that the opposing party is a threat Retaliation mindset Leadership cues: Leaders’ words matter Risk of escalation: Tit-for-tat cycles 020
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 11/09/2025Political and all other forms of violence are wrong—and they are a public health issue. Widespread access to guns doesn’t cure this disease; it makes it deadlier. 010
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialMichael E. Mann @michaelemann.bsky.social · 09/09/2025Here's the full video of our #ScienceUnderSiege event earlier today at the @bakerinstitute.bsky.social in Houston TX: www.youtube.com/live/MbpVl82...youtube.comScience Under Siege: A Conversation With Dr. Peter Hotez & Dr. Michael MannYouTube video by BakerInstitute 56230
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Four stress factors about to crush the economy: 1. Insufficient power generation to meet the surge in AI data center demand. 2. Deportations gutting essential sectors like agriculture, meatpacking, etc. 3. Tariffs driving up costs. 4. Political interference undermining the Fed’s independence. 010
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 05/09/2025 Stagflation = inflation + high unemployment. Are we heading there? 000
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 04/09/2025Want to understand the political divide, why people vote the way they do, how we reason & how language shapes opinions? Check out these books by George Lakoff: The Political Mind Don't Think of an Elephant Thinking Points Moral Politics They’ll change how you see politics & language forever. 000
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialGeorge Lakoff @george-lakoff.com · 02/09/2024🇺🇸Unions create freedom. 👷♀️Workers are profit creators. 👵 Pensions are earned. #LaborDay2024 312843
bruce-ter.bsky.social @bruce-ter.bsky.social · 01/09/2025Workers are profit creators! Happy Labor Day! 000
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialCaroline Orr Bueno @rvawonk.bsky.social · 04/08/2025Here’s the full post. Please read and share widely. This is a fight we can’t afford to lose. open.substack.com/pub/weaponiz...open.substack.comSurviving the Tyranny of the AlgorithmA 10-point guide to taking back your reality. 02313
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 29/07/2025An 18-year-old U.S. citizen was violently detained by Border Patrol and told he had no rights here. He happened to record the encounter, which captured immigration agents joking about using stun guns and getting bonuses. It was always about cruelty. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...theguardian.comImmigration agents told a teenage US citizen: ‘You’ve got no rights.’ He secretly recorded his brutal arrestVideo from Kenny Laynez-Ambrosio, 18, puts fresh scrutiny on the harsh tactics used to reach the Trump administration’s ambitious enforcement targets 12128421196
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialPopular Science @popsci.com · 23/07/2025Today in: Weird statistics that boggle the mind www.popsci.com/environment/...popsci.comLightning kills 320 million trees each yearThat has a major impact on carbon dioxide emissions. 1184
Reposted by @bruce-ter.bsky.socialMichael E. Mann @michaelemann.bsky.social · 28/07/2025It's naive and unhelpful to argue this is just about some old man and his grudge against wind turbines. In fact, it's in service of an agenda promoted by his deep-pocketed plutocrat backers (www.clf.org/blog/fossil-...). To ignore that connection is to play into their disinformation campaign. 1619688
