Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 09/05/2026If Americans believe Donald Trump represents a threat to democracy, then the response must be relentless, mass voting, public protest, legit journalism, legal challenges. The lesson from history is clear: democratic systems only survive when citizens actively defend them. 020
Reposted by Lord D StaffordReform Party UK Exposed @reformexposed.bsky.social · 04/01/2026Farage wants to privatise the NHS, even Tice is now saying it: "Instead of giving £26bn to the already bloated wasteful NHS, we proposed easing pressure on the health service by incentivising those who can afford to pay more to go independent with a tax break." 2413885
Reposted by Lord D StaffordOtto English @ottoenglish.bsky.social · 04/01/2026US chicken is chlorinated because America has no animal welfare laws where poultry is concerned. It has to be chlorinated because Salmonella and e. coli run rife The EU banned that practice in 1997 and as such the UK has among the highest welfare and standards in the world. 1/2 10632261022
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 05/11/2025I can’t help but think this does little to aid those of us on the sensible side of politics. When a venerable institution like the BBC, long accused of leaning left, distorts events of such seriousness, it corrodes public trust and lends weight to every charge of bias. 133
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 28/10/2025Watching certain leaders today, one cannot help but recall Charles I, a man who cloaked ambition in divine right and defied the law, only to meet his reckoning. Power unrestrained by conscience has never led to glory, only to ruin. #NoKings 061
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 28/10/2025Elon Musk’s xAI just launched Grokipedia, an AI-run version of Wikipedia with no human editors. It gives him power not just over how information spreads, but over what information exists in the first place. When one person controls information, who controls the truth? ‼️ ⚠️ 282
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 19/10/2025I posted this 8 months ago and it’s aged far too well. Every new “temporary” restriction, every silenced critic, every shift of power justified by fear… it’s all happening in real time. The slow slide into authoritarianism never announces itself, it just asks for your quiet compliance. 1184
Reposted by Lord D StaffordOtto English @ottoenglish.bsky.social · 19/10/2025Powerful, grubby men using their connections to cover their abuse of a trafficked teenage girl. After all the revelations, it's never "not" shocking. www.dailymail.co.uk/news/royals/... 30961122217
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 19/10/2025When a reporter asked a young U.S. soldier at Hamburger Hill what message he’d send to people 50 years in the future, he said: “Don’t send your sons to finish what politicians start. Over fifty years on, the lesson still stands the cost of political ego is always paid in young lives. 03410
Reposted by Lord D StaffordMark Lemley @marklemley.bsky.social · 17/10/2025Another bit of good news -- clean energy stocks are significantly outperforming the S&P500, and outperforming oil stocks by even more 552782539
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 18/10/2025I’m reading Nuclear War: A Scenario by Annie Jacobsen and it’s honestly terrifying. The U.S. still keeps a “launch on warning” policy, meaning nuclear weapons can be fired before an incoming strike even lands. One radar glitch, one bad call, and it’s all over. This book makes it feel scarily real. 😱 010
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 17/10/2025Prince Andrew gives up his royal title. Brilliant, now if he could also give up the privilege, the taxpayer-funded security, and finally accept that long-overdue invitation from the FBI for a little ‘chat’ in the U.S. 8497
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 21/09/2025Malta became independent on this day back in 1964 🇲🇹 After centuries under British rule, the island finally stood on its own. They still celebrate it today as Independence Day, a proud moment in their history. Today, the UK and Malta enjoy a close friendship through the Commonwealth & tourism. 040
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 21/05/2025✈️ On This Day – May 21, 1927 Charles Lindbergh completed the first solo nonstop transatlantic flight, landing in Paris after a 33.5-hour journey from New York in the Spirit of St. Louis. #OnThisDay #AviationHistory #Lindbergh #SpiritOfStLouis 020
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 07/02/2025On February 7, 1812, renowned English novelist Charles Dickens was born in Portsmouth, England. His works, including Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, and Oliver Twist, have left an indelible mark on literature. Today, we celebrate his 213th birthday 🎂 1234
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 01/02/2025Dictatorship doesn’t happen overnight. It slips in during crises, disguised as “temporary” emergency measures that never go away. Little by little, institutions weaken, critics are silenced, and power tightens its grip. The real danger to democracy isn’t force it’s people looking the other way. 3352
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 22/01/2025The oldest pub in England built in to the Nottingham Caves ‘Ye olde trip to Jerusalem 1189AD’ Cheers 🍻 2202
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 21/01/2025On Jan. 20, 2025, Trump pardoned 1,500 Jan. 6 rioters, including leaders of extremist groups. On Jan. 21, 1977, Carter pardoned Vietnam draft evaders to heal a nation divided by war. Carter sought reconciliation - Trump’s seeks legitimisation of attacks on democracy. 2284
Reposted by Lord D StaffordDemand Impeachment (✏️Your reps) @cocobrown74.bsky.social · 21/01/2025Germany’s spent decades trying to reconcile its atrocities… sieg heiling is against the law there. But here in America, Elon musk does it & the crowd goes wild. The ADL openly calls it an accident…is he stupid or a nazi? James O’brien urges those who may be confused to try this salute at work/school 263
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 17/01/2025On January 17, 1773, Captain James Cook and his crew aboard the HMS Resolution became the first recorded explorers to cross the Antarctic Circle, marking a significant milestone in the history of exploration.  3221
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 12/01/2025Sunday evening pint - The sheer depth and extent of our history in this country never ceases to amaze me. Cheers 🍻 🏴 🇬🇧 2201
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 12/01/2025Brexit’s hit hard, especially for small businesses stuck following EU rules we can’t influence anymore. Rejoining isn’t just about trade—it’s about having a say in decisions that still affect us. Rejoining means shaping policies we follow anyway. Let’s talk—our silence only deepens our isolation. 1327544
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 12/01/2025Queen Victoria, the “Grandmother of Europe,” used royal marriages as tools of diplomacy. Her 9 children married into monarchies across Europe, by WWI, her grandchildren ruled Britain, Germany, and Russia, showcasing the power of royal diplomacy. 3173
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 12/01/2025On this day, January 12th, 1662, King Charles II granted a royal charter to the Royal Society, the world’s oldest national science institution. For centuries, it’s brought together brilliant minds to push the boundaries of knowledge, shaping science and understanding around the globe.🧠🌍 1493
Reposted by Lord D StaffordAllison Gill @muellershewrote.com · 10/01/2025I’m worried that the exodus from Meta and Twitter is what they want. To isolate us from each other. Isolation is a big part of autocracy. It makes people easier to lie to and abuse. I don’t have a global answer, but I am working on building a social media space for our podcast listeners. 1927216212749
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 08/01/2025What happens if a NATO country annexes another? A U.S. move on Canada could fracture NATO, testing its principles of mutual defense. With a smaller population (40M vs. 335M) and military (70K vs. 1.39M), Canada would have to lean on allies 🤷♂️…The world gets crazier by the day! 🤯 1192
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 06/01/2025On January 6, 1540, Henry VIII married Anne of Cleves in a political alliance with Germany. Displeased with her appearance, Henry sought an annulment after six months. Anne accepted the split, gaining wealth & status as the “King’s Sister.” 4242
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 05/01/2025Following the execution of King Charles I in 1649, the House of Lords was also abolished as part of sweeping changes to England’s governance. The monarchy and the Lords were declared “useless and dangerous,” paving the way for a republic. 😱 😱 😱 810919
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 05/01/2025On January 5, 1649, during the English Civil War, the Rump Parliament created a High Court to try King Charles I for treason. His trial led to his execution on January 30, marking the only time in history the British monarchy was abolished, replaced by the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell. 7373
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 03/01/2025On this day in 1959, Alaska became the 49th state of the U.S. Its journey to statehood was long—seen as too remote, sparsely populated, and economically unviable at first. But WWII and the Cold War revealed its strategic value close to Russia, and its rich resources bolstered its case. 1307
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 02/01/2025Remember during the first 2020 presidential debate on September 29, 2020, when asked to condemn white supremacist and militia groups, President Donald Trump addressed the Proud Boys, a far-right organisation, stating: “Proud Boys, stand back and stand by. 14210
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 02/01/2025Elon Musk is sharing jailed Tommy Robinson’s banned documentary on Sewer Social. Robinson, a far-right activist with convictions for assault, fraud, & contempt of court, has spent years spreading hate. He’s a hero for the U.K. far-right—and now backed by the world’s wealthiest man. 🫨 🤯 88029
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 02/01/2025On January 2, 1959, the Soviet Union launched Luna 1, aiming to impact the Moon. Due to a guidance error, it missed the Moon by about 5,995 kilometers, becoming the first human-made object to enter heliocentric orbit. This mission provided valuable data on interplanetary space. 1426
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 01/01/2025Like if you dislike the charlatan Nigel Farage - His toxic legacy deepens as he pushes to privatise the NHS, betraying the very people he claims to represent. A self-serving opportunist, he stokes anger, sows discord, and reportedly takes bribes from wealthy foreigners. This guy is the pits. 69619
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 01/01/2025As Panama celebrates 25 years of sovereignty over the canal, Trump’s call to “reclaim” it echoes Putin-like tactics, prioritising power over diplomacy. Carter’s 1999 handover respected Panama’s independence, but Trump’s rhetoric leans toward dominance, a stark contrast to Carter’s vision. 64910
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 01/01/2025On January 1, 1863, Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, declaring enslaved people in Confederate states free. This pivotal act transformed the Civil War into a fight for abolition and marked a defining step toward equality, making New Year’s Day a historic turning point. 25616
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 01/01/2025On this day in history: January 1, 1660 - The Royal Navy was officially established under the command of King Charles II. This marked the formal creation of one of the most powerful naval forces in history, shaping Britain’s role as a dominant maritime power for centuries to come. 🇬🇧 5337
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 31/12/2024For enslaved people in America, New Year’s Eve was a night of dread, as New Year’s Day, known as “Hiring Day,” brought fear of being sold or rented out, often tearing families apart. It symbolised heartbreak, not hope, as they awaited their fate, powerless against decisions by enslavers. 3328
Reposted by Lord D Staffordabel @abelwithatable.bsky.social · 30/12/2024Even back in 1976, Disney characters like Scrooge McDuck highlighted economic inequality, showing us the difference between $100K and $1 billion. What’s changed? 422077546
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 31/12/2024On New Year’s Eve - 1879, Thomas Edison publicly demonstrated the electric light bulb for the first time in Menlo Park, New Jersey. This event paved the way for widespread use of electric lighting and transforming daily life worldwide. A true lightbulb moment for humanity 💡 💡 💡 54712
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 30/12/2024Houses of Parliament flying half mast to show respect for the late Jimmy Carter 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧 3756
Reposted by Lord D StaffordLord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 30/12/2024Our clever politicians in the U.K. earlier this year suggested ideas like fining rough sleepers. How does criminalising homelessness solve anything? Think about that for a second fining someone who has nothing and is homeless!?! 🤯 3342
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 30/12/202467% of homeless Americans & 50% in the UK have a mental illness, compared to around 15% in the general populations. This stark disparity reveals systemic failures. Access to free easily accessible mental health support is surely a no-brainer if we’re serious about tackling homelessness. 🤷♂️ 88114
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 30/12/2024On this day in 2006, Saddam Hussein was executed, marking the end of a brutal era in Iraq. But his removal left a huge power vacuum, leading to chaos, sectarian violence, and the rise of ISIS. Did anyone truly realise how much instability this would bring to the Middle East? 3160
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 29/12/2024Rest in peace, Mr. President. James Earl “Jimmy” Carter Jr. October 1, 1924 – December 29, 2024 2566
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 29/12/2024In 1945, the U.S., backed by Britain, dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, killing over 200,000 people—many instantly. Nuclear weapons are the most devastating tools ever created, and nearly 80 years on, they remind us why avoiding another world war is more important than ever. 5162
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 29/12/2024“When the blood in your veins returns to the sea, and the earth in your bones returns to the ground, perhaps then you will remember that this land does not belong to you, it is you who belong to this land.” — Chief Seattle 815138
Lord D Stafford @davidstafford1.bsky.social · 29/12/2024On this day in 1890, the Wounded Knee Massacre saw over 250 Lakota Sioux, mostly women and children, killed by U.S. troops. This tragic event ended Native American armed resistance, marking a dark chapter of oppression and loss of sovereignty in U.S. history. 108833