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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 15m
"With such a people you can do what you please."
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Scott Horton @robertscotthorton.bsky.social · 1h
If everybody always lies to you, the consequence is not that you believe the lies, but rather that nobody believes anything any longer. This is because lies, by their very nature, have to be changed, and a lying government has constantly to rewrite its own history. On the receiving end you get not only one lie—a lie which you could go on for the rest of your days—but you get a great number of lies, depending on how the political wind blows. And a people that no longer can
believe anything cannot make up its mind. It is deprived not only of its capacity to act but also of its capacity to think and to judge. And with such a people you can then do what you please.
—Hannah Arendt, Interview with Roger Errera, “Un certain regard,” ORTF, July 6, 1974
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 9h
Another dissimilarity from diplomatic relations: business is conducted at least partly in secret, discernable only through guesswork, gossip or 'leaks,' blah blah blah
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 10h
We are? Looking for people who lied on purpose? To take money they know doesn't belong to them? Oh.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 10h
Time to bring in the feds. ... Oh, wait...
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12h
"This is not a business for us." Apparently, at least for some of our leaders, it is, for us.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12h
"... We also need a much stronger code of ethics in the United States Congress ..."
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13h
Really good question
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13h
A lot of people - esp a lot of us used to foreign relations being handled by diplomats in line with settled policy - aren't prepared for how quickly and chaotically things unfold when they're rooted instead in a couple of guys playing the stock market, or pouncing on mineral rights.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 14h
Google AI (Gemini): 'Venezuela's oil is actively being produced, exported, and managed under U.S. supervision, while billions in generated revenue remain tied up in opaque international and U.S.-controlled accounts.' Last I heard, nobody seems to know where either the oil or the money is.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 18h
47 admin - and Musk's Starlink - weaseling out of commitments to Ukraine: Ukrainian soldiers in combat have access to Starlink satellite internet restricted www.theguardian.com/world/2026/o...
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Ukrainian soldiers in combat have access to Starlink satellite internet restricted
Outage of terminals managed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX comes as Russia launches ballistic missiles at Ukraine without any advance warning from US
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 19h
Gulf Oil adviser Tom Kloza posted: “Absolutely stunning price spikes in wholesale diesel today…. Market clearly not believing that Russian oil is on the way.” - Heather Cox Richardson, Letter from an American, 10/13/2026. Posted 10/14
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 21h
He flatters them, in exchange for their flattering him (everyone's so hungry for it). I've only listened to a couple of his speeches all the way through the hour and a half, but he made sure to make mutual flattery part of both.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
You're absolutely right that we should all pitch in. I myself am not the best shot - instead I help by supporting community orgs that hold town halls, meet-and-greets, etc for local reps and aspiring candidates. In turn they hang out at local gatherings, events and protests, and attract new talent.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
He's unwilling to discuss his own lawsuit. HE sued THEM.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Some have compared this behavior to that of domestic abusers when they fear their victims are about to leave them (in 47's case, the midterms).
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Donald Trump Posts Videos of Deadly Tiger Attack and Lions Mauling People - Newsweek share.google/UopHPsWOsFkf...
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Donald Trump posts videos of deadly tiger attack and lions mauling people
Trump shared videos of big cats mauling people on Truth Social, prompting confusion and criticism across social media.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
If we don't follow the rules, why should anybody else?
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Zacharia shouldn't be called a lawyer or attorney without having passed a bar exam - being admitted to practice law in some state. As of yet, there is no evidence that she has ever done so.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
For that to happen, we need a Congress not only willing to take charge of its remit, but capable of it, including full awareness of its Article I responsibilities and the corresponding limits of the Supreme Court's Article III powers, which they've overstepped.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
The principle holding MAGA together - what they hold onto for dear life - is an identity that confers dignity, self-respect and confidence that they understand what's really going on. They'll believe anything it takes to protect that identity.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
He needs to shift the blame for high diesel prices onto someone other than himself, in the eyes of voters. He's guessing voters will accept that narrative.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Judge Reyes, PLEASE follow through on this.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Judge Reyes, to Dept of Justice lawyers, concerning an order to stop turning a traditionally public D.C. golf course into a vanity project:
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Rep Ilhan Omar (D-MN) has not been charged with any crime.
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Scott Horton @robertscotthorton.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
At this point, it's important to see the representations made by an FBI agent to the judge who issued the warrant. It's very difficult to understand how probable cause could be found, and the circumstances—in immediate proximity to elections—make the whole process highly suspect. There is
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Apparently many webcams are very vulnerable to hacking
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
JD Vance: "It certainly seems like something fishy is there ..."
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Interesting, didn't know any of that about Columbus Day.
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New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez @nmdoj.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
In honor of #IndigenousPeoplesDay, our office will be closed today and we will reopen tomorrow Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 8 a.m. This day is an opportunity for reflection, recognition, and respect for the rich and diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous communities across our nation.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
To the people who say we're a Christian nation: then act like one. You know, 'they'll know we are Christian by our love,' 'blessed are the peacemakers ...'
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
The bond of our common humanity is stronger than the divisiveness of our fears and prejudices. - President Jimmy Carter, 2002, receiving the Nobel Peace Prize
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Scott Horton @robertscotthorton.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
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I AM Jane Doe❗️Pro Democratic Politics in 🇦🇺 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 @dove333.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Russians are complaining that because their internet is down, they can’t hire a taxi or listen to music. Hmm. 🤔 Meanwhile, their people are doing this to Ukrainians. 😡 www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Children killed while they slept as Russian missile kills 19 in block of flats
Five children are among the victims of a strike that destroyed 30 flats in northern Ukraine as families slept.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
An admin that says it's about increasing fertility treats maternity care and caregiving as waste, fraud and abuse. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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US maternity wards face wave of closures as Medicaid cuts kick in
Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ spending cuts will be fully felt next year, but hospitals are already feeling the squeeze
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
(kakistocracy = government by the worst)
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
It's actually politicized Christianity (or any religion harnessed to political purposes) that isn't real Christianity. Ideally one's faith grounds one's political life, not the other way around.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Interesting thread on the connection between far-right movements, troll bots, and data centers
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G-ster🇨🇦🇺🇦 @gster91.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
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Scott Horton @robertscotthorton.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
What is the impact of the Ukraine war on US gasoline and diesel prices? None.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
The oligarchs in general, not just Putin and Trump, have discovered how easy it is to manipulate people into hating each other, wrecking the rule of law and leaving the arena free to exploit. Musk's respect is for those who exercise 'might makes right.'
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Jamal Greene @jamalgreene.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
A massive, and massively underrated, threat to a functioning democracy. (gift link) www.nytimes.com/2026/10/11/u...
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Threats of Political Violence Have America’s Elected Officials Living in Fear (Gift Article)
A Times investigation has found that violent threats have become a new normal among public officials, reshaped private lives, cost millions in security and pushed people out of office.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
The relatively strong numbers on immigration policy belie our inability to pass a major comprehensive bipartisan immigration reform law since the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 signed by President Ronald Reagan, which was 40 years ago. We've fallen back on inhumane half-measures since.
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Anton Gerashchenko @antongerashchenko.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Russia is supplying Iran with missiles. Russia is sending Shahed drones and spare parts to Iran. Russia is providing Iran with intelligence. Bloomberg: "Iran has managed to preserve its missile and drone factories despite months of US and Israeli bombing, officials familiar with the matter said,
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
"At this point, how much more evidence is necessary to assess that Trump has undermined U.S. national security and is working for Russia? And how much longer will Republicans in Congress continue to protect him as he does it?" — Heather Cox Richardson, Letter From an American, Oct 10
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Senator Duckworth (D-IL) reminds us that Russia is helping Iran:
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Former prime minister of United Kingdom on 47's oil 'deal' with Russia, and a thought from Canada:
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Good point, though that's the flag of the Soviet Union, with the hammer and sickle, symbol of the leadership of the working class. The Russian flag has the eagle looking in both directions, symbol of empire.
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
We've been anaesthetized during most of the continuous restructuring of the economy, and growing inequality, since 1970's (globalization of labor pool, digitization, logistics industry) by cheap goods from Asia. Many of us narrowed our focus to personal comfort and convenience. Public vigilance? 🥱😴
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Jane @citizen9669.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
We are still a work in progress, at defining a national interest. In the meantime, 'a few people making money' out of it suffices (e.g. arms makers and Iraq war).
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