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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 3h

I actually know about all these books and such, for years. I don't agree that knowing history is enough in the context of being a pundit. But that's my opinion, nobody has to agree with it. I follow other historians, too; I do appreciate their contributions.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 19h

I also hypothesize they don't care when asked and are just fine saying "sure". They've grown up with trolls and bots, I wouldn't take a poll like this too seriously.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

When I saw a show where the older woman was named "Madison", I about lost it. That name was a punchline in a move for those of us of a certain age.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Hard disagree, but that's all there is-- we're not going to agree.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

They were never going to vote Dem anyway. They'll say they were considering, but WM GOP "independents" are liars. Like the reasons they dismiss any Dem-- they have to sound good (to themselves) and we both know they're voting Rogers and DeBoer (who has no chance).

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Yeah, IIRC, Chait wrote the article/book about his religion in Michigan. He's not there yet in understanding Democrats. You probably have way more knowledge on Piker, but me even knowing his name is more than most except for rage-baiting GOP.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Those using him against AES were never going to vote for AES anyway, it's just a convenient public excuse.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Just read the article and Piker sounds like an idiot. I wish everyone understood most of us aren't stupid, this isn't what we're talking about in Michigan. We understand nuance.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

It's "too"--- see how it works? I know it was a simple mistake and you know better, but I'd rather be a jerk and match the energy. And history has its parallels, but I want to know if that's all he's using. I'm in education and sources matter and are interesting.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

I just want to know his current MO, it was an honest question. I've read him for years. BSky is having a field day w/ Brooks. where does Brooks get his current opinions-- research? Vibes? It was an honest question from someone who supports his writing, including a paid subscription to The Atlantic.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

To add: I referenced his experience, wasn't the question.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Aren't you so sweet! Love Bluesky! I read his articles and have been following him, I'd like to know beyond this. But you do you.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Genuine ?: I know you know your history, but how do I know to trust your opinions about today's world? Is it based on history knowledge? Do you have lots of connections? Something else?

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Not sure if these lyrics are real according to other posts?

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Correction, I think it's LMCU Park now?

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Don't we already have that one in GR?

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Costs too much to drive their big trucks to get there.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Nichols always comments it's a double-standard, but you have to work in the world that is, not the one you want. Same with who is held accountable for who they pal around with.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Or did I accidently follow a MAGA die-hard who actually thinks MAGA is positive about Jewish people? Instead of just supporting Israel to bring the Rapture?

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

What do you want us to do, then? Vote for Rogers? Not vote, which is a vote for Rogers and Trump and to continue what's going on in our fed gov? MI is going to get hit by tariffs, I'm supposed to vote for that? I get your issues, I do, but what do you want us to say?

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

How soon people forget what the economy was doing right before the 2008 election. The environment for Obama's win mattered, too. Michigan had about 14% unemployment!

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

As I said in another comment, it's not his views, it's the Islamophobia that worries us. But damn straight, Dems are backing him.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

When I was away in college, my dad was pissed I was talking to him on a Friday night-- wondering why I wasn't out! Of course, long distance phone calls were cheaper then. If you know, you know.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I just said the same before I saw this-- yep, so true. Looking for mom to pick up a Starbucks, lol.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I know students who track their parents just as bad-- see mom is by a coffee shop and texts to pick one up, lol.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

For sure, no way Trump is having sex with anyone at this point of his life.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I think we're worried because he is a Muslim, not because he is progressive.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

I think the most fictitious part of this season (book?) is that American voters would actually care about what happened in Indonesia w/ the U.S. forces.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Just once, once!, I need to see him walk into or out of a gym...

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Is it? The goal is to remove the fascists, even if it's with a milquetoast Democrat. Your righteousness hurts many communities at home.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Yet, he seems to care more about what's happening to the LGBT community in this country than you.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I wasn't upset, I just said the quiet part out loud.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

And she's pregnant in the full pic, a little better, lol.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Nice boob pic, ugh. Took me a second to figure out what the picture was really about. I will read the article, promise.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

"make themselves into something that used to be possible only with lucky genes is what truly infuriates people"---- makes me think of GLP1 pushback

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

It's age, too. With age can come wisdom and some moderation. Not sure we should hold people to their early 20s thoughts.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

It was a joke, I've seen Doogie Houser (another joke). Of course, there are outliers. And there are plenty of people over 25 who shouldn't be performing surgeries, if we need to get into the weeds.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

It was a joke, but of course there are a handful of exceptions. I've seen Doogie Houser (again, another joke).

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Yeah, you shouldn't be *performing surgery* before 25.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Democrats in disarray! (so tiring)

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

I know people, incl myself, who voted at a parent's address into their 30s. My brother was in his 40s. Because it was easier to keep it as a permanent address. It all evens out in the end.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Doesn't mean they wouldn't still vote for him.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Maybe it was an elephant child? I mean, not sure if he's ever been around little kids.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Every time I hear fireworks in my neighborhood I think-- what about gas prices? Egg prices? Cost of living? Oh, right, it was never really about inflation.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I was going to make a comment saying this! Despise the legalization in Michigan. there are legit issues with football-- but not going to watch, lol. F this timeline.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

What? That he went to an extremist to talk? My point: why bother going to move moderate (per Nichols original post) when he won't be forgiven for the extremist comments anyway. You made my point.

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deemw.bsky.social @deemw.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

No, NYT. But thanks for proving my point!

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