Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialAl Franken @alfranken.bsky.social · 14/04/2026This Week on The Podcast: Guest Host Heather McGhee is joined by @theatlantic.com's @adamserwer.bsky.social! They discuss the continued unrest in MN, the recent SCOTUS arguments on birthright citizenship, and more! Listen to the episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... 28816
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Donald Trump will attempt to subvert the 2026 elections however he can. He does not believe in democratic elections.propublica.orgInside Trump’s Effort to “Take Over” the Midterm ElectionsWhen Trump tried to overturn the 2020 election, the institutional guardrails of American democracy held. But if faced with the same tests today, those barriers — and people who held the line — would l... 42689233
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialMark Ruffalo @markruffalo.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Paramount has promised they wouldn't interfere with CNN in the coming years. But they're already punishing the press after ONE DAY? www.thewrap.com/media-platfo...thewrap.comParamount Pulls Ads From The Ankler After Rushfield Boosts ‘Block the Merger’ Movement at CinemaCon | ExclusiveParamount pulled its advertising from The Ankler after its editorial director and chief columnist, Richard Rushfield, was seen at CinemaCon with “Block the Merger” buttons. 10297111
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Donald Trump will attempt to subvert the 2026 elections however he can. He does not want democratic elections. We will lose America as we know it. We can’t lose our beloved country!nytimes.comPostal Service, Already Under Pressure, Now Faces Trump’s Mail Ballot Order 15343103
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialAl Franken @alfranken.bsky.social · 15/12/2025Trump’s response to the Reiner tragedy is sick and cruel. If anyone suffers from Trump Derangement Syndrome, it’s Trump. 2460088
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 16/12/2025This weekend saddened me immeasurably. First the tragic shooting at Brown University, then the horrific massacre in Australia, and then 2 people I knew personally Rob and Michelle Reiner lost their lives. 41891112
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialMark Ruffalo @markruffalo.bsky.social · 08/05/2025Israeli extremist officials deny the existence of famine in Gaza as they push for harsher measures to block food.theintercept.comFamine Haunts the People of Gaza. Israel Is Trying to Convince You It’s Fake.Israeli extremist officials deny the existence of famine in Gaza as they push for harsher measures to block food. 18286106
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 20/02/2025Oh wow!!! This is amazing! I hadn’t heard till now. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 000
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 18/02/2025Masha Gessen lived under an authoritarian regime in Russia. Heed her words about what Trump is doing now. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/15/o...nytimes.comOpinion | The Barrage of Trump’s Awful Ideas Is Doing Exactly What It’s Supposed ToAmid an onslaught of bad ideas, Democrats need to muster a better vision for the future. 22436131
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialAl Franken @alfranken.bsky.social · 24/01/2025Trump’s decision to take away Dr. Fauci’s security detail is insane. Fauci is an American hero who’s received multiple death threats, and by god this man deserves to be protected! 63772103
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 23/01/2025And one of my favorite characters to watch!!! 000
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 23/01/2025There is nothing the malignant narcissist won’t do to feed his enormous ego. 020
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 22/01/2025I Just don’t think SCOTUS does hold any credibility or integrity any longer. It’s very very sad and increasingly scary. 040
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 21/01/2025Right. And they don’t care about hurting millions of people. 000
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 20/01/2025Except for most of you staying quiet and even supporting Israel’s genocide of the Palestinians. 020
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 20/01/2025I wish I forgive him for allowing genocide to occur but I can’t. And that ends up overshadowing everything else. 000
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialAl Franken @alfranken.bsky.social · 04/01/2025Biden should take the position that he can pardon people just by thinking about it. So, if Trump’s Justice Department goes after someone, say Jack Smith, Biden can say, “Oh, I already pardoned him!” 30617126
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 04/01/2025Unfortunately there was an abandonment of both common sense and decency in 2024. We face the consequences in 2025. Immigrants do many of the critical jobs to keep our economy growing. apple.news/A8TUoj4uES4q...apple.newsOpinion | 2024 was a bad year for basic decency in America. You can thank Trump for that. | Opinion — USA TODAYHow the U.S. does under Donald Trump's upcoming leadership is irrelevant. The moral cost of getting there has already been too steep. 41918158
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialJonathan Capehart @jonathancapehart.bsky.social · 23/12/2024When I said “Gaetz of hell” yesterday, I was being tongue-in-cheek. But with the report’s release, I’m like…. 91299
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialMark Ruffalo @markruffalo.bsky.social · 23/12/2024Children among 20 killed in latest Israeli strikes on Gaza, say medicstheguardian.comChildren among 58 killed in latest Israeli strikes on Gaza, say medicsVictims reported to include six people escorting aid convoy, and eight in tent encampment in humanitarian zone 1811836
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 21/12/2024Donald Trump’s intimidation of the media is to prevent criticism when he breaks his outlandish campaign promises. www.nytimes.com/2024/12/19/o...nytimes.comOpinion | What if Trump Doesn’t Need to Keep Any of His Promises?For the 47th president, illusion is the new accountability. 32525110
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 21/12/2024The heartless priorities of Trump, Musk and the GOP are very clear. Protect tax cuts for the very rich and corporations and cut research for childhood cancers. 46808145
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialLiterary Pearls @literarypearls.bsky.social · 14/12/2024“We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist” James Baldwin 299363117568
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 09/12/2024When Donald Trump speaks if you assume he is lying or engaging in fact free exaggeration, you would be right most of the time. www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...rollingstone.comTrump's Biggest Lies From His 'Meet the Press' InterviewPresident-elect Trump spread falsehoods about immigrants, Obamacare and the 2020 election during his 'Meet the Press' interview. 29559102
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 09/12/2024Trump views the presidency just as a way to make a buck. He strips the office of dignity. www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-f...cbsnews.comTrump uses photo of himself with first lady Jill Biden to announce new fragrance linePresident-elect Donald Trump announced a new line of merchandise on his Truth Social app, a fragrance line called "Fight, Fight, Fight." 92710113
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 10/12/2024@pbsnews.bsky.social Please resume reporting on the travesties in Gaza! Palestinians are still being killed by IDF, still being starved, and are homeless—even tentless. 010
dakinimj.bsky.social @dakinimj.bsky.social · 10/12/2024Yup just like he and others are viewing the Middle East and ignoring a genocide. 000
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 16/11/2024Writers and artists in this perilous time must tell the truth about the current history and what we will endure as a nation in the next four years. www.nytimes.com/2024/11/15/o...nytimes.comOpinion | How to Be a Writer in the Second Age of Donald TrumpGood writing requires four things: precision, freedom, respect and love. In this political climate, these qualities are especially important. 791548266
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 18/11/2024Masha Gessen who knows the signs of authoritarianism and warns of its inception for our nation. www.nytimes.com/2024/11/15/o...nytimes.comOpinion | This Is the Dark, Unspoken Promise of Trump’s ReturnLiberal democracy offers moral constraints without problem-solving. Populism offers problem-solving without moral constraints. 62896202
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 21/11/2024The nomination of Pete Hegseth to be Secretary of Defense should give all Americans pause. Not only the allegation of sexual assault but also his retrograde views of women and his bizarre right wing conspiracy theories outlined in his books. www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...theatlantic.comDonald Trump’s Most Dangerous Cabinet PickPete Hegseth considers himself to be at war with basically everybody to Trump’s left, and it is by no means clear that he means war metaphorically. 56993213
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 22/11/2024Trump was supported by less than half of the voters. Evidence suggests that they didn’t take his agenda and campaign promises seriously. www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...theatlantic.comThe Trump-Trumpist DivideThe incoming president wants to do things his voters have not embraced. 75756122
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 22/11/2024Trump manifests the darkest impulses for half of the voters. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...theatlantic.comAnother Theory of the Trump MovementWho else but Sigmund Freud to help explain? 56716109
Reposted by @dakinimj.bsky.socialBarbra Streisand @barbrastreisand.bsky.social · 24/11/2024Mary Shelley wrote in Frankenstein, “The monster is the monster, but he who enables the monster”… This is the time to resist the monster of authoritarianism that threatens our democracy. 481162161
