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Tom Ruffen

@contentwriter.bsky.social
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Retired writer loves travel, movies, spectator sports, comedy, history & democracy. Born in Massachusetts. Married to a Canadian. Raised as a Catholic, converted at Sarcasm at age 18. #Resist #BlueCrew #TruthWarriors #ImpeachTrump No Chat

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Tom Ruffen @contentwriter.bsky.social · 22h
Women for Trump is insane. Blacks for Trump is bat-shit crazy. Black women for Trump is like Jews for Hitler.
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M Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Agree With Abdul El-Sayed 💯%....
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Derek gendvil @derekbshelby.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Italy Shows How Amazon Can Be Forced to Bargain: Shut Down Its Distribution truthout.org/articles/ita...
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Italy Shows How Amazon Can Be Forced to Bargain: Shut Down Its Distribution
Amazon is huge and powerful, but Italian workers have shown it can be forced to negotiate. Could US workers do the same?
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Niall Harbison @niallharbison.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I’m hopeful we got to this boy just in time today. Always find it amazing that people hit dogs and keep driving. He was frozen in fear and badly injured but he is safe with us now 🤞
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Scott MacFarlane @macfarlanenews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Jack Smith: “it’s inconceivable to me how you can pardon people who beat police officers… and then vilify the officers”
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Miaganga @miaganga.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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Jess Piper @piperformissouri.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The “protect women” crowd hasn’t said a word about the Cornell rapists… It’s like they almost don’t actually care about women and abuse trans folks just to prop up their misogyny.
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The Verge @theverge.com · 29/09/2026
Every single one of 21 tested vehicles sent data to a third-party domain over Wi-Fi. Over half contacted domains specializing in advertising, tracking, or analytics. These companies gather details about your vehicle or driving behavior to sell to insurance companies or target you with ads.
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Your car’s data privacy problems are worse than you think
“There’s a lot to be worried about,” the project lead said.
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Colorado Times Recorder @coloradotimesrecorder.com · 29/09/2026
Former Colorado Representative Steph Vigil is running to retake her House District 16 seat. Rep. Rebecca Keltie (R-Colorado Springs) narrowly defeated Vigil in 2024 by just three votes. coloradotimesrecorder.com/2026/09/form...
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Former CO Springs Rep. Looks to Reclaim Seat Lost by Three Votes in 2024
Former Colorado Representative Steph Vigil is running to retake her House District 16 seat. Rep. Rebecca Keltie (R-Colorado Springs) narrowly defeated Vigil in 2024 by just three votes, after Vigil...
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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Our response to the State Department using Smokey last night.
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Gillian Martin @gillmartin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
94 year old Jewish human rights barrister, Margaret Owen arrested under the Terrorism Act outside andy burnham's Labour Party conference. UK taxpayers are funding these arrests while masked men terrorise the streets in coastal towns. Lift The Ban on Palestine Action.
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Dean Frey @dean.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Remembering Madeline Kahn on her birthday 🎂 📷 Harry Langdon, 1985 "She is one of the most talented people that ever lived. I mean, either in stand-up comedy, or acting, or whatever you want, you can't beat Madeline Kahn." - Mel Brooks
Kahn poses in a stunning black, silver & white dress
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The New Arab @thenewarab.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
A 94-year-old Jewish human rights barrister was among more than 80 people arrested outside the Labour Party conference in Liverpool while demonstrating in support of Palestine Action. The arrests came as Ed Miliband told critics of the government’s policy on Palestine: “We hear you. You were right"
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 23h
🍏Toxins out of our food 🧑‍🌾Farmers first, not chemical companies ❌Break up corporate concentration in agriculture 💧Clean water, guaranteed 🍽️School meals that nourish 💸Public dollars should buy public health ⚕️Food as medicine ⚖️Accountability for polluters, not immunity
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Tom Ruffen @contentwriter.bsky.social · 23h
But, but, but the boys' rich parents are paying us exorbitant tuitions and their evil spawns must be protected.
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Jasmine @feistybunnygirl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Remember when they kicked an entire girl’s softball team out of the championship game because a player posted a private Snapchat where she was flipping off the camera? It’s funny how they never worry about ruining girl’s futures.
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KatOtis! @kat-otis.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
This would be nice to try...
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner think the way to negotiate with these barbarians is to offer them business deals.
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Miaganga @miaganga.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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ContempraInn 🌹 @contemprainn.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Mom getting the Fruit
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Tom Ruffen @contentwriter.bsky.social · 23h
Thanks for including me. Vote against every Republican in November. Destroy the GOP because they all deserve it. Every. Single. One.
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KCUR (Kansas City's best news source) @kcur.org · 28/09/2026
A new lawsuit challenges Medicaid regulations set to go into effect Jan. 1 that could hinder access to healthcare for people with chronic conditions. A Kansas City-based nonprofit says its client qualifies but struggles to clear administrative hurdles.
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140,000 Missourians are at risk of losing Medicaid coverage under a new rule. One enrollee is suing
A new lawsuit challenges Medicaid regulations set to go into effect Jan. 1 that could hinder access to healthcare for pe
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Katie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A case that isn’t getting the headlines it deserves: an LSU student was raped by an LSU football player. He admitted it, but the school is still letting him play football. How multiple systems have failed this young woman & why she went public to get the help she needs: youtu.be/LihN7hsNKnw?...
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SHOCKING College SCANDAL EXPOSES Stakes Of Trump’s DANGEROUS AGENDA!!
YouTube video by Katie Phang
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The Liberal BoJack @thelibbojack.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Two things make Donald Trump unfit to lead: 1. Everything he says. 2. Everything he does.
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Khashoggi's Ghost @urocklive1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Trump's new student loans rule sets new standards for federal student loan eligibility: namely, by denying loans to students pursuing degrees that lead to careers that “don’t make enough money,” with programs for art, music and social work being “hit the hardest.” www.rawstory.com/trump-educat...
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'I'm speechless, my God!' Dismay as Trump admin rolls out 'worthy' student rule
The Trump administration issued updated guidance on the rollout of a new rule that could shape the future of higher education in the United States — leaving critics dismayed about the potential ramifi...
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Stephanie Farr @farfarraway.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I've always been captivated by the "Freedom" sculpture on Vine St., of a figure breaking free of a wall in 4 stages, with the final figure on the sidewalk, arms outstretched and faced lifted. I think it makes our city more interesting, which is the most any of us who love Philly can hope to do. 🧵1/3
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Libro.fm @libro.fm · 28/09/2026
Say you read one book a month. If you buy the book at your indie, it might cost a few more dollars than from a megaretailer. Now imagine if 9 more people in your community made that switch. What may feel like a small thing is often actually big, especially when we work together 💓
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
When legacy media compare Orban's treatment of the press to Trump's, do they realize they're telling on themselves? Big corporate media folded. Independent media stood up there and is standing up here. Support Democracy Docket now. demdock.com/4w6emld
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Cyndi @savannahpeace.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
The entire R Congress are traitors and yes Trump has been since 2016 as he took office and an oath. 🤬
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Tom from Temecula @tomfromtemecula.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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Tom Ruffen @contentwriter.bsky.social · 23h
"But I have to vote Republican because the Democrats are eating the dogs and the cats while 9 transgender men are playing in women's sports that I don't watch."
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Cid Gunston-Parks, PhD @dawque.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
STOP This Attack on Our Public Lands!!! NOW!
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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
We've all heard how corrupt Ken Paxton is. But he is also incredibly stupid if he thinks this "well, he served 60 whole days" excuse for releasing Adam Hoffman, who sexually abused a boy over a three-year period starting when he was 8.
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1kr5ur43m.bsky.social @1kr5ur43m.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 29/09/2026
The American pope draws attention, but there have been scores of American cardinals. You might not always hear much about them, but listen to this one:
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‘We Are Losing Our Soul as a Nation’
What we saw in Springfield, Ohio.
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 29/09/2026
“The clearest example of that is George Santos.” Why Nevada Republican David Flippo’s multiyear failure to file a congressional financial disclosure is raising red flags for campaign finance experts.
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The mysterious millions powering a Nevada Republican’s bid for Congress
David Flippo, who has reported funneling nearly $2.5 million to his campaigns, has repeatedly failed to file financial disclosure forms since 2023.
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Gillian Brockell @gillianbrockell.com · 29/09/2026
Talking recently to family members of people snatched up and expelled to third countries by ICE, I learned: 1) All of those captured were in 287(g) jurisdictions; 2) None of the family members had known what 287(g) was and had erroneously thought people with no arrests were safe.
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Mark Jacob @markjacob.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Republicans know the key to their power is getting people to disengage from participation in democracy.
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Franken-Pattern @franken-pattern.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#theMamdaniMethod
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Jess Piper @piperformissouri.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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darren32359.bsky.social @darren32359.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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M Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
HOLD MEN ACCOUNTABLE.......💪🏻
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 29/09/2026
Mamdani in response to Kimmel asking him to send Trump a selfie of the two of them: "I love you, but I love housing more"
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Ryan Goodman @rgoodlaw.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
How clear is it that Trump's taxpayer funded ads are illegal? I explain why it is 10/10 clear. Senate in passing the law: Ban is designed to stop public funds used for "glorification" of an individual official. GAO: funds can not be used for "self-aggrandizement" nor partisan political purposes.
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Bill Kristol @billkristolbulwark.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Trump Crimes on Our Dime. "After six years of Trump’s flagrant corruption, it shouldn’t surprise us that he’s diverting public funds to boost himself and his party. It’s just another legal and moral line he thinks he can cross with impunity." www.thebulwark.com/p/congratula...
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Congratulations, You’re a Trump Campaign Donor
Your tax dollars are funding his TV ads. And the White House says you should be proud to pay.
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TPM @talkingpointsmemo.com · 29/09/2026
The White House is steamrolling Congress' power of the purse — its constitutional power to decide how taxpayer money is spent — zeroing out programs that legislators wrote into law while pouring money into airing Trump campaign ads on television
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Russ Vought Takes a New Path Toward Overriding Congress
Programming Note I’ve been gone for two days! I forgot to say...
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Tim Murphy @timothypmurphy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
went to Iowa to see what all the fuss is about www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
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Rob Sand says he Isn't trying to turn Iowa blue. It just might happen anyway.
In a midterms wave fueled by resistance and revenge, the Democratic candidate for governor is singing a different tune.
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Adam Klasfeld @klasfeldreports.com · 29/09/2026
Public Citizen files a complaint opposing the broadcasting of Trump’s ads as violating laws against taxpayer-funded propaganda. Full complaint buff.ly/kYCsKEW
Public Citizen urges the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and broadcasters individually, to end airing recent campaign commercials by President Trump and the White House that appear to be in breach of federal law. At least three campaign ads, paid for by taxpayer dollars, appear to violate the federal law against using taxpayer funds to finance propaganda (5 U.S.C. §3107) and related provisions of the appropriations laws as well as the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. §7324).
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The arguments you've heard against California's billionaire tax are utter BS. Here to debunk them — and explain why you should vote YES on Prop 40 — is renowned economist @gabrielzucman.bsky.social
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Mona Burns @monaburns.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Jack Smith's opening statement before SJC: “I stand by my decisions as Special Counsel, including my decision to bring charges against Trump. .. Our investigation developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt .. I will not be silenced by the continued threats of prosecution" thehill.com/homenews/sen...
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Jack Smith stresses strength of Trump cases, says he will not be ‘silenced’ by threats
Former special counsel Jack Smith stressed in prepared remarks that it was the evidence tied to President Trump’s own actions that prompted him to bring charges against Trump. The opening statement…
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