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Dwain S

@dwains.bsky.social
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Retired IT manager, Navy veteran, amateur photographer, music and art lover witnessing the disintegration of American democracy. I have a low tolerance for BS so if you have trouble being civil don't engage.🚫crypto,🚫porn, accounts with vanity pics = block

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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
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Mon Rovîa: Tiny Desk Concert
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Art & Nature @capecodfairytales.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
#Poetry #Painting #Nightime You are worth the time it takes to slow down, be still and rest. - Morgan Harper Nichols 🎨 Kaoru Yamada
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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Saturday night Juke joint, outside Clarksdale, Mississippi, 1939 by US photographer Marion Post Wolcott #WomensArt
Monochrome photograph featuring a group of Black people in an interior, with a man and woman dancing side by side smiling, the man wears a suit and hat, the woman wears a white top and jodhpur type pants and boots
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
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The Reconstruction Papers
For nearly a century, the conservative movement's white whale was the government the New Deal and the Great Society had built. Republicans chipped away at it but feared the political ramifications of ...
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
I recently began reading this book Fascinatingly, thought provoking read.
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Co-Intelligence, by Ethan Mollick: a Summary
Ethan Mollick's Co-Intelligence explores the challenges and opportunities generated by the rapid progress of AI technologies in various aspects of our lives.
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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Obama: “Imagine if I had pulled Fox News’ credentials from the White House press corps. You’re laughing, but this is what’s happening. It’s unimaginable that the same parties that are silent right now would have tolerated behavior like that from me.” Clip courtesy @meidastouch.com
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MoMA Paintings and Sculpture @moma.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
William H. Johnson, Children, 1941 botfrens.com/collections/14377/cont…
Gift of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller (by exchange), Agnes Gund, Marlene Hess and James D. Zirin, and the Hudgins Family
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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett @crockett.house.gov · 16/09/2026
Republicans have done nothing to bring down the cost of fuel, food, or pharmaceuticals. Right now, the only people Republicans seem to be prioritizing are Trump and his cronies. If they were truly working for the American people, they wouldn’t need to buy their loyalty. We deserve better. Period.
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Texas Paul @realtexaspaul.com · 10/09/2026
Trump pledges to pay people $5,000 if they vote for Republicans. Do you believe him?
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Vincent van Gogh @vangogh.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
White Vase with Roses and Other Flowers - 1886 botfrens.com/collections/46/content…
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Out of Context Simpsons Treehouse of Horror 🎃 @ooccouchgags.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
"Listen, and understand. That terminator is out there. It can't be bargained with. It can't be reasoned with. It doesn't feel pity, or remorse, or fear. And it absolutely will not stop, ever, until you are dead." – The Terminator (1984)
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The AI policy window is open. We need to act.
Chris Lehane argues that stronger AI capabilities require stronger safety evidence, shared standards, and durable policy action while the policy window remains open.
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Another example of how our medical system fails us. Studies have shown that there are significantly lower rates of postpartum depressive and psychotic disorders in developed countries that mandate paid parental leave and universal healthcare. Our system of care needs to be proactive not reactive.
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
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🚨 Trump gets news he FEARED on Hegseth as Army Secretary SUDDENLY QUITS
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Garry @thegmcconnachie.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
This is why Dolly Parton will be remembered and loved ❤️📚
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
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Kingfish - Voodoo Charm (Official Visualizer)
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snkscoyote @snkscoyote.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Trump Tyranny Tracker | Day 569: Aug 11, 2026 trumptyrannytracker.substack.com/p/trump-tyra...
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Trump Tyranny Tracker | Day 569: Aug 11, 2026
A daily record of democratic backsliding in the U.S.
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Canada should become the 51st U.S. state UFC bouts directly on the White House lawn Strait of Hormuz is open The Military has complete control of the Strait of Hormuz Oil prices are way down Two Weeks, I'll make a decision in two weeks If Oman gets in the way, we'll bomb the s--t out of them
Just Smoke and Mirrors Gifts for the easily distracted.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
The cyclospora outbreak has reached 13,895 cases across 47 states. The FDA has recalled 1.6 million eggs due to salmonella contamination. Screwworm cases continue to rise. And we’ve just surpassed 2,500 measles cases — breaking 2025’s record. “Make America Healthy Again.”
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Mikel 🇺🇦 @mikelking.com · 14/08/2026
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Dave The Artist @coloradofaux.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
🔥🔥🔥 👇🌊🌊🌊 😎✌️
ELECTION
- 2026 =
Make it hurt. Make it painful.
Leave no doubt that Donald Trump and
MAGA Republicans have been resoundingly rejected by the American people.
Their defeat needs to be overwhelming and seared in the public memory for all time.
Melle
VOTE
BLUE
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
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Fergie - Fergalicious
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Kadir @candidframe.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Voyage II #London #photography #art #photo #streetphoto #candidphoto #streetshot #candid #streetphotographer #streetphotography #Street
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pmamtraveller.bsky.social @pmamtraveller.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
moon eye
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
This Thursday, SpaceX insiders will be released from their first post-IPO stock lockup and can cash out early. As I've been saying, this has all the hallmarks of a Ponzi scheme.
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Time for a nature break ... The first time I can recall hearing Grofe's Grand Canyon Suite was a Walt Disney short film in 1958.
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Grand Canyon Suite: On the Trail by Ferde Grofe
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
In Puerto Vallarta at least, Mexicans are buying Chinese (non EV) vehicles like, Geely, MG Motors and BYD. Chinese-made vehicles account for roughly 15% to 20% of total new car sales in Mexico.
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Mexico unveils $8,500 Olinia EV to challenge market dominated by Chinese-made cars
Mexico is aiming to carve out a place in one of the fastest-growing segments of its auto market with a tiny, low-cost electric vehicle designed for crowded city streets.
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Starting Saturday, August 1, 2026, for a fee of up to $100,000 a month, trading firms can access "Truth API" to get a glimpse of the president's often market-moving announcements about economic policy and global affairs before the rest of the world.
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Ranking Member Raskin Launches Investigation into Trump Scheme to Sell Insider Access to His Own Truth Social Posts
Washington, D.C. (July 31, 2026)—Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, launched an investigation into Trump Media & Technology Group’s plan to sell Wall Street firms earl...
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Capital One bank has asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit from the Trump Organization over the closure of hundreds of bank accounts back in 2021, arguing in new papers that the shutdowns were the product of a monthslong anti-money-laundering review. Article includes a link to the motion.
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Capital One says it closed Trump Organization accounts over money-laundering concerns
The bank is asking a judge to permanently dismiss a lawsuit from Trump-affiliated businesses, arguing a monthslong internal review — not the Jan. 6 riot — explains why hundreds of accounts were shut d...
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
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Can I Get A...
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
As long as people continue to vote for conservative leadership at state, local and at federal levels, women’s rights will continue to erode. I’m reminded of the 81 y/o Georgia woman who voted for the first time ever in the 2024 election because her longtime husband discouraged it.
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A Film About American Motherhood | Teaser Trailer
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Melissa Brownstein RN/Bluewater Psychic, Certified Wound Nurse @melissabrownstein.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
youtube.com/shorts/Uu9ei... Hey, yall, you deserve a laugh today and start making plans on how you plan to vote!
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The Living Presidents' Call to Vote
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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 27/07/2026
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Some white evangelical Christians view Donald Trump through an apocalyptic lens, believing his actions in the Middle East could help fulfill biblical end-times prophecies. Seems fitting that the "be careful what you wish for" concept applies here to their belief.
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Iran War Expert REVEALS Trump's CATASTROPHIC FAILURE
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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 25/07/2026
The Odyssey cost $250 million to make. Guess who got a tax break worth more than 30x that last year? Amazon—after firing 30,000 workers.
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Got the chance to see these talented players in action today! It was great having the @wnba.com at Home Court at the Obama Presidential Center for All-Star Weekend. 🏀
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suzette sommer @suzette.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
mjmd @tooblue.bsky.social Eye opening! 👀 This man has a perspective on Data Centers construction and the scamming(?) that surrounds it that I've not been aware of. I'm astonished. Listen and repost if you agree.
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The Daily Show @thedailyshow.com · 24/07/2026
Fox News insists racism doesn't exist, unless a Black actor plays a white character
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Foreign Affairs @foreignaffairs.com · 16/07/2026
“Trump’s reputation for belligerence will continue to hinder his dealmaking ambitions for the remainder of his presidency,” write @reidpauly.bsky.social and @matthewcebul.bsky.social. “Trust is hard to gain and easy to lose, and the U.S. president has surely lost much of it around the world.”
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The Lost Art of Coercion
Why Trump’s belligerence is a sign of weakness.
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
"As the Trump administration sought to ramp up immigration arrests, it changed the nature of American life turning sites of daily life into danger zones. Everyday locations such as neighborhood streets, bus stops, gas stations, grocery stores, malls, wildlife reserves, and roads and highways."
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Trump Poll Numbers PLUMMET as ICE CAUGHT Abusing Hundreds of Children!!!
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Maureen Berzanski 🧷🇺🇦🇺🇸🏳️‍🌈🟧🌊 🐾 @moberzan.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
We need to keep Major Watson’s message alive Excellent article and video coverage of our friend and hero #MajorJasonWatson Call Congress 202-224-3121 Demand they invoke #RuleIX #Impeach #Convict #Remove
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fravery.bsky.social @fravery.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
“There are no answers, only choices.” ― Stanislav Lem, Solaris
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
The grasshopper gets it — divide and conquer. Today's oligarchs use the same playbook. But together, we have all the power. Watch.
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
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Schumann: Kinderszenen, Op. 15: I. Von fremden Ländern und Menschen
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FᎪᎢ ᏩᎪNᎠᎪᏞF @sofarrsogud.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
ME: It's a Superman movie where he comes to earth during prehistoric times PRODUCER: Keep talking ME: called Jurassic Clark HIM: Get out
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skinskin @skinskintainan.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
#UrbanGaze #ECK 夕べの路地へ 108 #art #photo #photography #LightAndShadow #oldapartment #nightphotography #alley #Tainan #streetsnap #car #scooter #mirror ©️skinskin
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The Wolfpack @wolfpack11720.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt. ~ Abraham Lincoln
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James Talarico @jamestalarico.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
A 3-year-old girl watched ICE murder her father yesterday. We all watched Sebastian Guerrero’s final moments through our phones. We can scroll away — but Sebastian’s 3-year-old daughter cannot.
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George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
@ejeancarroll.bsky.social: "I don't understand how people can be afraid of a fat elderly man who wears apricot makeup, his hair done up like Tippi Hedren in The Birds and sits in a court room and moans and groans and complains”
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Dwain S @dwains.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
The Race for Quantum Supremacy
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The National Security Threat You May Never Have Heard Of | Amanpour and Company
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