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Dan Benbow

@danbenbow.bsky.social
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Lifelong liberal realist/policy wonk into music, lit, reading & writing, reflection, CBT, TIC, empiricism, existentialism, dogs, photography, standup, conversation, fitness, art, Stanislavski, cities, hoops, movement & people of soul, substance & good will

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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 17h
Since the beginning of Trump's 2nd term: *6.2 million people have left the CHIP and Medicaid programs *4.6-6.1 million people have left the ACA *Average ACA premiums have increased by 20% Next year, projected: 15% ACA increases, 8-10% employer-sponsored increases tinyurl.com/3zxcsc3a
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 23h
Trump screws Ukraine, gives Putin a lifeline Oil market analyst Tom Kloza: "It is the latest empty gesture after a week of hollow rhetoric"
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
#MikeJohnson to become The Sodfather? You can‘t argue with "divine direction."
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Donald sabotaged Ukraine for short-term political advantage by taking diesel from Putin, but it’s too little, too late. Diesel is now $6.28/gallon. Before Donald went to bat for Bibi, it was $3.76. The #BlueWave is coming.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Time to get rid of #QuidProQuoCollins
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
"He can't tell the difference between his personal financial interests and the country's interest. To him, they are exactly the same thing." -John Bolton, Trump's former National Security Advisor #CostOfTrumpsCorruption
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
In 2016, one of the most highly-qualified presidential candidates in US history lost because of a private email server 1 coup attempt, gobs of foreign emoluments/crypto profits, $2 billion for Jared, and 1 weaponized DOJ later, it's clear Hillary was a Girl Scout all along #CostOfTrumpsCorruption
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
“I’m a New Yorker, and I know a con man when I see one” -Mike Bloomberg at the 2016 Democratic National Convention, foreseeing the #CostOfTrumpsCorruption
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
#SusanCollins has milked the "but I'm a pro-choice Republican" talking point to death. This ruse died along with Roe v Wade after Collins gave her seal of approval to far-right judges Kavanaugh & Gorsuch. Yet Collins still refuses to admit she was wrong. Do better, Maine. Vote for #TroyJackson.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
#SusanCollins likes to mention the $190 million she secured for rural hospitals in Maine (through the Rural Health Transformation Program). But this is peanuts next to the $3 BILLION in Medicaid cuts the #BigBeautifulBill will cost Maine over the next 10 years. Stop the rot. Vote #TroyJackson.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
#TroyJackson revealed #SusanCollins for the fraud that she is last night. Collins' 2020 campaign steered $32 million in defense contracts to Navatek in exchange for a $200K contribution, a 160-to-1 investment return for the company. It's time to get rid of #QuidProQuoCollins once and for all.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The CBO projects that 10 million Americans will lose healthcare coverage by 2034 because of Trump's budget. The AMA puts that figure at 12 million. ACA premiums went up by a median rate of 20% this year and are projected to go up 15% in 2027. Reverse the #RepublicanHealthcareCrisis. Vote Blue.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Depending on your source, 20,000-70,000 Americans die every year due to a lack of healthcare coverage. This problem doesn't exist in the rest of the developed world. Why? Because they don't have Republicans. Fight the #RepublicanHealthcareCrisis. Vote Blue.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Minnesota voters haven't elected a Republican for statewide office since 2006. Texas voters haven't elected a Democrat for statewide office since 1994. #VoteBlue Because our ideas are better.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Center for Budget & Policy Priorities estimates that 5 million Americans (including 1 million children) have lost #SNAP benefits since the GOP took over. More steep cuts are on the way just as Trump’s war of choice causes grocery prices to soar, prompting the question: Who would Jesus starve?
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
"The absolute silence or eager defense of actions that subvert the rule of law by congressional leaders is an act of political cowardice" -Carlos Curbelo (R—FL, retired) #VoteBlue
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Congress is supposed to be a co-equal branch of government, not a rubber stamp for an authoritarian president. #BlueWaveIn30Days
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Put him on a leash. #BlueWaveIn30Days
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Time to take out the trash. #BlueWaveIn30Days
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Stop the madness. Vote Democratic. #BlueWaveIn30Days
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
“[Republicans] are looking for excuses to seize ballots. They are looking for excuses…to take control of the tabulation of votes.” -Marc Elias, Democracy Docket www.commondreams.org/news/georgia...
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Trump’s economic miracle as of 10/03/26: *Unleaded up to $4.50 from $2.98 in February *Mortgage rates up 1.2-1.3% since February *Inflation up 1% since February *Govt bonds declined 8-12% since February *$1.84 TRILLION added debt since February Where’s all the #winning we were promised?
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Diesel now: $6.38/gallon Diesel before Trump’s unprovoked war with Iran: $3.76/gallon www.wivb.com/news/politic...
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
It’s time to restore checks & balances, America See vote.org for registration deadlines, ballot details, and polling place information #LetsGetVoteReady
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Had enough? Check your voter registration/polling place & raise your voice. Democracy can‘t wait. #LetsGetVoteReady
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The Trump two-step. Limits on mifepristone to wait until after the election for fear that such a move “would create unfavorable headlines just before voters head to the polls.” Conservative insider tells the Sun “the gloves will be off“ after the midterms. www.washingtonsun.com/campaigns/ab...
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Self-described “Crypto President” invites top holders to a lavish dinner and “an ultra-exclusive VIP reception with the president” > Trump’s meme coin increases by 50% in value Pure coincidence or #PayToPlayPresident gone wild?
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
#PayToPlayPresident or pure coincidenc? I report. You decide.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
A new AP/NORC poll shows 26% of the American public approve of Trump’s handling of the economy. Why is that number so high?
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Sen. Husted was a major champion of data centers as Ohio's lieutenant gov. Now that he's getting hammered on the issue, he's sponsoring a token bill that asks states to CONSIDER making data centers pay their own way. Too little, too late. Let's get real #GuardrailsForAI.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
On 12/18/25, the House passed the SPEED Act to expedite data center construction All but 1 Republican supported it All but 11 Democrats opposed it These days, the GOP is very quiet about data centers, other than Trump—who isn’t running for office Clearly, we need strict #GuardrailsForAI
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The GOP Healthcare “Plan”: -Millions kicked off the ACA -Premiums raised through the roof for those who can still afford the ACA -Millions kicked off Medicaid -Unrealistic work requirements to punish Medicaid recipients #GOPWarOnHealthcare
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
DATELINE 9/28/26 Trump Economic Miracle Continues *Diesel $6.51 ($3.76 before Bibi's war) *Strategic oil reserve at lowest level in 45 years *Bond prices at lowest level since 2007 *Inflation 3.4% (2.4% before war) *Mortgage rates 7% (5.9% before war) Had enough? #VoteBlueToSaveAmerica
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Why do Americans pay so much for healthcare, prescription drugs, childcare, web service, college, and other 21st Century needs? Because the GOP decided to turn their backs on the social contract 45 years ago. It’s no coincidence Harry Truman called them #TheGuardiansOfPrivilege.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Democrats have nothing to do with Communism. Job growth under Democratic presidents far surpasses job growth under Republican presidents. Both parties support mixed economies. Republicans subsidize corporations and the investor class. Dems subsidize basic human needs. The choice is simple.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
According to AAA Fuel Price, Trump’s needless attack on Iran has *increased unleaded from $2.98/gallon to $4.49/gallon *increased diesel from $3.76/gallon to $6.50/gallon
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Time to take out the trash. Remove #TrumpsCorruptCongress. Vote Blue.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Could #TrumpsCorruptCongress be any worse? -Healthcare taken away from millions -Food security taken away from millions -ACA subsidies slashed/premiums increased -$500 billion in clean energy tax credits rescinded -Trillions in tax windfalls for the wealthy Throw the bums out. Vote Blue.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#BlueWaveIn40Days
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#BlueWaveIn40Days
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Help is on the way. #BlueWaveIn40Days
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Since Trump took office: -Rent up 18% -Beef up 24% -Diesel up 75-80% -Coffee up 20-35% -ACA premiums up 58% And it will only get worse. #VoteBlue
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Citizenship 101.
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Latest #s from the taxpayer-subsidized surrogate war we never should have gotten involved in: *Diesel $6.53/gallon, up 70% *Unleaded $4.48/gallon, up 50% *Inflation up from 2.4% to 3.4% *Trump approvals (Reuters): 32% #VoteBlue
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Donald Trump’s war of choice with Iran has brought diesel prices to a record $6.49/gallon
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Trump bars MS NOW, CNN, Politico Says he’s fighting fake news Actually fights unflattering news The man who campaigned on protecting free speech is now a master of cancel culture Promises made, promises broken
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
One of yesterday’s headlines at The Week: ”RFK Jr assures anti-vaccine group as measles spreads”
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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Another Do-nothing GOP Congress exits stage right #MikeJohnson #HouseofRepresentatives #Midterms #Congress
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