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Of course it’s a wish list They haven’t even won Congress yet

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"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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As I recall, Goldwater gave Nixon the news that he was toast

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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Congress is supposed to be a co-equal branch of government, not a rubber stamp for an authoritarian president. #BlueWaveIn30Days

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“[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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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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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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It’s true America leads the developed world in every awful way: child poverty, incarceration rates, inequality, voter suppression, healthcare costs/bankruptcies/uninsured It’s pathetic

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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

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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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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Aaron Black @aaronblack.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The most dangerous part of Trump's corruption isn't the money he's pocketed. It's the precedent he's setting: that a president can be openly transactional and face zero consequences. #PayToPlayPresident

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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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That should get it down a few points

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It’s a found meme I imagine coffee has gone up more in some places than others

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He has held a mirror up to America It hasn’t been flattering

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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'Put a Real Ban on the Floor If You’re Serious': Senate Democrats Block Loophole-Laden Fake Fix to End Lawmaker Stock Trading | Common Dreams

Dems block token “reform” bill that allows Trump to keep his grifting investments with companies reliant on government contracts. (The bill also just happens to disenfranchise college students & people of color). See: Republicans give off the stench of desperation tinyurl.com/2p9upknb

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"This measure was a ruse, promoted by House Speaker Mike Johnson, to make it appear that congressional Republicans were tackling an ethical quagmire when, in fact, it would have accomplished very lit...

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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🚨BREAKING: Federal Court REJECTS lawsuit to compel Georgia to provide the DOJ with access to its complete statewide voter registration database. DOJ is now 0-26. Elias Law Group remains undefeated. www.democracydocket.com/cases/georgi...

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🚨 United States of America v. Raffensperger

Learn more.

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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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That would be a logical conclusion

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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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They won’t have 2/3rds in the Senate, but there’s a decent chance they will impeach in the House

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Impeachment Calls Grow as Dems Say Up to $20 Million in Taxpayer Funds Were Used for 'Illegal' Pro-Trump Ads | Common Dreams

"We should not have to remind you that using government funding to create or air political ads...is illegal and a shockingly corrupt misuse of taxpayer dollars" -Senators Murphy/Murray on Trump's use of DHS funds for partisan political ads www.commondreams.org/news/donald-...

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Democrats in Congress demand answers and accountability for Trump's misuse of taxpayer dollars for "illegal" ads.

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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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There are a lot of gullible Americans

“They don’t understand the scale of the hunger!”- An unfolding crisis at the nation’s food banks

Food pantries struggle due to Trump’s war of choice, which has dramatically increased food costs. Children’s meals are being shrunken or taken away completely. Salaried employees have started going to pantries. Is this the United States of America? meidasnews.com/news/they-do...

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Weeks before the midterm elections, the cost crisis is hammering food pantries in red and blue states

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Actually you *don‘t* look at what they gave you because Dems have supported healthcare, education, social services, choice, clean air and water, LGBTQ rights for years, while the GOP has opposed them.

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Looking back, it’s obvious the GOP had a huge advantage that whole time (70s and 80s) because of a racist reaction to civil rights and the lily white demographics. If Butterfield hadn’t mentioned the tapes, they might have win 5 or 6 presidential races in a row.

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In retrospect, it‘s obvious O’Neill should have sabotaged Reagan’s economic agenda. Clinton was at times shameful. Obama made mistakes, but only had 60 votes for 4-5 months, so he was limited in what he could do. Harris was a candidate, so it’s silly to lump her in with the others.

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Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

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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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 · 28/09/2026

Republicans love false dichotomies (and every other logical fallacy known to humankind)

Dan Benbow @danbenbow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Florida elections have been red since Jeb Bush won in 1998, with few exceptions. And the state has gotten beet red since Trump first ran.