Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialCanadian Liberal @cliff229.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Technically, the president can't leave NATO without congressional approval. He also can't start a war without congressional approval, yet here we are. (2024 National Defense Authorization Act) 2815439979
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialAmbassador Ken Fairfax (ret) @portlandken.bsky.social · 14/03/2026By threatening to deny the license of any broadcast news company that does not tow the Trump line, Carr is publicly announcing that the goal of the Trump Administration is to rip up the Constitution to install an authoritarian government.usatoday.comFCC chair threatens broadcasters over Iran war coverageFCC Chair Brendan Carr said news broadcasters coverage of Iran war could impact their license renewal. 109967497
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialAllison Gill @muellershewrote.com · 14/03/2026Bribe farm. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/13/b...nytimes.comJared Kushner Solicits Funds for His Firm While Working as Mideast Envoy 62474652975
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 13/03/2026Ossoff: "The WH put out a video depicting this war as a video game. When service members are returning in flag-draped coffins, & even more have lost limbs or suffered brain injuries or are fighting for their lives, this WH treats war like a game. It's a disgrace. And it speaks to a moral rot." 8994013112456
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialRuth Ben-Ghiat @ruthbenghiat.bsky.social · 14/03/2026Americans are dying so that Kushner can make money 1075162136990
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialAaron Parnas @aaronparnas.bsky.social · 15/02/2026Major update: New Epstein Files Show Pam Bondi misled Congress about whether there were any criminal allegations against Donald Trump. Alan Dershowitz lies while suggesting Epstein was not a pedophile. Backlash against the DOJ grows fast. Jeffries pledges to redistrict more states.open.substack.comMajor News: New Epstein Files Reveal Evidence That Shows Pam Bondi Misled Congress as DOJ Faces Intensifying BacklashGood evening everyone. 26937311
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialMorgan J Freeman @mjfree.bsky.social · 15/02/2026🩸🩸🩸 I'm going to post this video every day so we never forget what the 34x POS convicted felon who incites political violence, adjudicated rapist & pedophile Trump did THIS IS WHAT AN INSURRECTION LOOKS LIKE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ 24985418
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialA Blue View @ablueview.bsky.social · 15/02/2026Trump's Ongoing Election Threats Should be Taken Seriously AND Literally! #ABlueView 🧵1/3 The increasing evidence, plus his track record, make it clear! His most recent: "There will be Voter I.D. for the Midterm Elections, whether approved by Congress or not!" 17226131
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialChristopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 15/02/2026Here we go again. Billionaire posting culture war history lessons while rewriting the actual history of a country built by immigrants, enslaved people, and waves of newcomers from everywhere. Wrong facts. Same obsession. 99888328
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialRep. Mike Levin @levin.house.gov · 15/02/2026Black history is American history. From the fight for civil rights to innovations that shaped our economy, from the music that defines our culture to the movements that expanded our democracy, Black Americans have driven this country toward its highest ideals. 3248
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialTommasinaResist⚜️🦋🐈⬛ @tommasinaresist.bsky.social · 15/02/2026What's more likely to happen with the SAVE Act? Voter suppression, not voter fraud prevention. The GOP is using this bill as a Trojan horse to restrict voting rights and maintain their power. Call (202) 224-3121 ＆ tell your Senator to #StopTheSaveAct #USDemocracy #Voices4Victory 14275191
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialawkword @awkword.bsky.social · 15/02/2026ICYMI: In 24 years, only 77 “illegals” have voted — representing 0.00000764% of total votes… And the research comes from the far-right Heritage Foundation electionfraud.heritage.org/search?combi... 571353720
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialChristopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 27/11/2025The National Guard wouldn’t have been shot today if Trump hadn’t sent them into DC in the first place — when nobody asked for them and nobody needed them. Now he’s 500 more as a “response” to the chaos he created. did I get that right? 811592377
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 16/11/2025Priorities. 17072403472
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialSenator Chris Van Hollen @vanhollen.senate.gov · 16/11/2025Donald Trump repeatedly told us that his tariffs would not increase prices for consumers. So why on Earth is he lowering his tariffs on various foods? Duh, because his tariffs raised prices. Just another day with Don the Con.washingtonpost.comTrump goes on defense over tariffs as prices on everyday items keep risingThe rollback of import taxes on coffee, bananas and many other foods is the latest sign that the administration could be forced to shift course. 461222287
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialAlexander S. Vindman @avindman.bsky.social · 09/11/2025I know Mark through his work to establish the International Anti-Corruption Court and reforms Ukraine’s legal system. He is a distinguished, lifelong public servant. Now, another sad casualty of Trump’s corruption. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...theatlantic.comWhy I Am ResigningA federal judge explains his reasoning for leaving the bench. 1234677
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialMike Levin @mikelevin.org · 06/11/2025Nancy Pelosi taught me lessons I’ll carry forever. Winning is a decision. No wasted time, no underutilized resources, and no regrets. Don’t agonize, organize. Her leadership and grace changed Congress and our country. The Greatest Speaker of All Time. #ThankYouNancy 1540994
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialEnviroVoters @envirovoters.bsky.social · 06/11/2025@pelosi.house.gov leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of leadership as the most effective and pro-climate Speaker in modern history: ✅Protected voting rights ✅Safeguarded public lands ✅Strengthened environmental protections ✅Held Big Oil Accountable #ThankYouNancy 063
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialDemlyn @demlyn.bsky.social · 01/11/2025#MAGA oligarchs and their minions dismiss history at their own peril... 194
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialJess Craven ❌👑 @jesscraven101.bsky.social · 01/11/2025California, the whole world is counting on you. Seriously. Democracy in this country – – and therefore the world – – is at stake. Please watch through the end and please share. 310851
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialChristopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 01/11/2025Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) actually told the press that Democrats would be the ones hurt most by losing SNAP. To be fair, since he lives in Florida instead of the state he represents, maybe he doesn’t realize 752,000 Alabamians rely on SNAP—14.6% of the state’s population. 26736721451
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialCheryl @cjackel.bsky.social · 01/11/2025Counting on you California ❤️ 08513
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialMona Jones @mojonz.bsky.social · 01/11/2025A scene from The Masque of the Red Death. 1167
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialChristopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 01/11/2025America First? If Prop 50 fails — we’ll never put a check on Trump, who just gave $40 billion to Argentina while raising funds for his gilded ballroom instead of continuing SNAP benefits for struggling Americans. VOTE #YesOnProp50 and get your ballot in! 401380580
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 31/10/2025Medicare for All would save $450B a year. Every dollar spent on food stamps generates $1.50-$1.80 in economic activity. Each dollar going to low-wage workers adds $1.20 to the economy overall. It’s not about what this country can or can’t afford. It’s about priorities. 466203117273
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialGuardrails of Democracy @demguardrails.bsky.social · 31/10/20252 Federal judges rule Trump’s administration must continue to fund SNAP using contingency funds during the government shutdown.apnews.comLive updates: Trump administration must fund SNAP payments during the shutdown, judges ruleTwo federal judges ruled on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, during the government shutdown. 13232108
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialNorm Charlatan @normcharlatan.bsky.social · 31/10/2025Using the euphemism “I’m in my Lincoln Era” whenever I go to the bathroom 1673394
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialPatti Olivier 💙VOTE BLUE @patti3333.bsky.social · 31/10/2025So thankful for this NOW HOPEFULLY The funds will be released immediately And NOT LET THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION take their damn sweet time to do it Children, Seniors, Veterans, and Families RELEASE THE FUNDS 4222112
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialRandi Weingarten 🖇️📚✊🇺🇸 @rweingarten.bsky.social · 27/10/2025Democrats are trying to fix this. But Republicans in Congress won't do it. Americans deserve affordable access to healthcare. www.cbsnews.com/news/health-...cbsnews.comYour health insurance premiums are set to jump in 2026, with costs rising twice as fast as inflationWith open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says. 67432
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 25/10/2025Meiselas: We’re 24 days into the government shutdown, and Trump left the country — the first president in U.S. history to leave the country during a shutdown. This, while food lines are being seen throughout the United States. This is Trump’s America. Food lines like we saw in COVID are back. 26539671508
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialAndrew Weinstein @andrewjweinstein.com · 25/10/2025The president himself has complained that our museums focus too much on 'how bad slavery was.'" This isn't just an off-the-cuff remark; it's the ideological core of Donald Trump’s campaign to rewrite our history. My piece in TIME explores the chilling implications.time.comTrump’s Campaign to Defund the Arts—and Rewrite History"The campaign to defund the arts, capture our museums, and rewrite our history is a prelude to silencing dissent." 15307120
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialKevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 25/10/2025The energy we need is this suburban dad standing out in the street -- barefoot with Blackhawks pajama pants on -- screaming at the masked goons to get the fuck out of their neighborhood. 629186894976
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialVoteVets @votevets.org · 24/10/2025No Congressional approval has been granted for use of force. There's no plan or exit strategy. And the administration won’t provide evidence to justify their strikes. Now they're deploying an aircraft carrier for operations against boats in the Caribbean. It's #ForeverWar 29262131
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialTizzyWoman @tizzywoman.bsky.social · 18/10/2025We will not be intimidated! This is what democracy looks like a a small, red GA town. #NoKingsDayOct18th 14669229
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialalexjungle.bsky.social @alexjungle.bsky.social · 18/10/2025HAPPENING NOW: A MASSIVE crowd of protesters flood the streets of San Diego for a “No Kings Day” rally showing their love for America and standing up against the corrupt fascist Trump administration. look how huge it is 6448731329
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialScott Dworkin @dworkin.bsky.social · 18/10/2025No Kings Chicago 632777711
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialNancy Lucía López @cybergata.bsky.social · 18/10/2025No Kings Downtown Albuquerque, Oct. 18, 2025. Video courtesy VisionBroadcast Media LLC. I love my city. #Albuquerque #NewMexico 603042931
elswells.bsky.social @elswells.bsky.social · 18/10/2025Protest in Portland. Great turnout. Exciting to see how many care! 030
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialLisa Reyna Loe @lisaloe.bsky.social · 18/10/2025👀 bsky.app/profile/alex... 04311
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialFred Guttenberg @fredguttenberg.bsky.social · 06/07/2025An American made concentration camp brought to us by @GovRonDeSantis and the current occupant of the White House. Stop using the nonsense name Alligator Alcatraz. This is what it is. www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb... 23490138
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialFWC Indivisible @fwcindivisible.bsky.social · 06/07/2025While making an arrest or conducting a search, ICE MUST present either a signed, judicial warrant to enter private property, or an admin. warrant from the government agency authorizing an arrest or seizure. Spread the word!dlvr.itKnow your rights. 23218
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialChristopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 14/06/2025We’ve truly lost our way in this country. An 80-year-old vet who fought for this country just got arrested protesting Trump‘s parade. He deserves respect, not handcuffs. 57572663035
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialA Blue View @ablueview.bsky.social · 11/06/2025"Get Ready to Die of a Preventable Disease" #ABlueView🧵1/3 RFK Jr. firing every vaccine expert on the CDC Panel "will not restore trust in vaccines, and is not designed to do so.” tinyurl.com/yc8uu99n #VaccinesSaveLives #ScienceOverStupidity 25229
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialScubaSuzyQ💙🦋 @susanmcgraw88.bsky.social · 01/06/2025This is what is coming if the big BILL passes it’s part of project 2025 remember when 47 said “vote for me, this will be the last time you will have to vote because it will all be fixed beautifully” Everyone needs to stand up for democracy now! That’s called a dictatorship. #ProudBlue #DemVoice1 3134100
Reposted by @elswells.bsky.socialBrady | United Against Gun Violence @bradyunited.org · 28/05/2025Holiday weekends shouldn't be associated with gun violence. But in the U.S., they often are. Memorial Day ended tragically for many in Philadelphia when a mass shooting at a local park left 2 people dead and 9 others injured. Police suspect a "switch" may have been used due to the rapid gunfire.cbsnews.com3 shooters involved in mass shooting at Lemon Hill in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park, officials sayTwo people have died and at least nine others were injured in a shooting at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park during Memorial Day celebrations. 0124
