firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 10/10/202615 years ago, anyone who supported our military, taking a hard-line with our enemies, maintaining strong alliances, being pro-business, being pro-farming, being pro free-trade & believed in Christian values would likely vote for a Republican up and down the ballot. Now, they will vote Democratic! 😂 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Say goodbye to the Passe Comitatus Act and the Geneva Convention, cus we're brin'n back medieval wartime rules! Be a MAN & rape and pillage after every battle! www.cbsnews.com/news/dod-pen...cbsnews.comPentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies and reviewing all curriculum, draft memo saysThe Pentagon is considering a sweeping remake of military higher education, including an end to civilian tenure and a "line-by-line" review of courses, according to a draft memo obtained by CBS News. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 22/07/2026States that have given privileges & benefits to undocumented immigrants, meant to be available only to US citizens, gives the Trump administration all the ammunition they need to push the Save America Act through Congress & access to voter rolls! www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...democracydocket.comTrump allies seize on New Jersey registration error to advance anti-voting agendaNothing disclosed so far shows an organized voter fraud scheme or an altered election. But, surprising no one, Republicans and Trump officials jumped on the error to demand passage of the SAVE America... 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 22/07/2026NJ is the latest blue state to suffer the consequences of giving undocumented immigrants driver's licenses while tying DMV records to voter registration. A non-citizen driver's license for those far enough in the immigration review process could have avoided this. www.cnn.com/2026/07/21/p...cnn.com6,600 non-citizens mistakenly added to NJ voter rolls, and nearly 400 cast ballots, governor says | CNN PoliticsAbout 6,600 non-citizens were accidentally added to New Jersey’s voter rolls and about 400 cast improper ballots in recent elections, the state’s governor announced Tuesday. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 07/07/2026I wish I could say that the Democrats were above all the twisting of truth as Republicans are fond of. Their position on Platner has shown that they are not. They only withdrew support for him after he was accused of rape! Maybe Independents have higher standards! www.yahoo.com/news/politic...yahoo.comDSCC Says It Will Pull Funding From Maine Senate Race If Platner Doesn't Drop Out“The allegations reported today are incredibly disturbing," Schumer and Gillibrand said. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Look who's in the news again, this time for RAPE! Graham Platner is not the answer to Susan Collins. He is the dems' achilles heel! He should withdraw and let someone else run in his place! Do the Dems believe women and condemn such behavior or not? www.newsweek.com/graham-platn...newsweek.comNew allegation tests voter support for Maine Democrat PlatnerA new allegation against Graham Platner has intensified scrutiny as the Maine Democrat denies the claim. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 05/07/2026Now that the fourth is over, it's time to get to work! This article refers back to Benjamin Franklin's comment to a question about what type of government we had. He responds "A republic, if you can keep it." It is our turn to fight for our republic and fight we must! thehill.com/opinion/cong...thehill.comHow to keep the American republic another 250 years and beyondFranklin understood that keeping America a democratic republic was a far harder task than establishing it. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 05/07/2026Now that the fourth is over, it's time to get to work! This article refers back to Benjamin Franklin comment to a question about what type of government we had. He responds "A republic, if you can keep it." It is our turn to fight for our republic and fight we must! thehill.com/opinion/cong...thehill.comHow to keep the American republic another 250 years and beyondFranklin understood that keeping America a democratic republic was a far harder task than establishing it. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 29/06/2026This article describes the Maine Senate race pretty well. If you follow the links within the article, you can see the poll questions and responses. It tells a story of voters having to select the "least-worst" candidate, making it a tight and unpredictable race. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/29/u...nytimes.comWhy Maine Has Turned Into Such a Tight Race 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Maybe our tent is too big! People like Fetterman are a little too angry at their own party members and vote with the other party too often. We don't need more Joe Manchins and Jon Fetterman's "to reach center voters". We need honest candidates who care. thehill.com/homenews/sen...thehill.comFetterman warns of rise of ‘dirtbag left’ amid victories by democratic socialists in New YorkSen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) is offering a warning about the rise of a “dirtbag left” within the Democratic Party, a reference to candidates on the left who have run and won primaries wh… 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 19/06/2026Democrats cannot govern without the moral imperative that has been a cornerstone of the fight against Trump and Republicans in Congress. Using Republican tactics in Congress is one thing. Lowering ethical standards for such a troubled individual will erase all ethical standards. Talk is cheap. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 18/06/2026Another Platner story, including comments from former campaign manager... www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comWill Maine's scandal-hit Graham Platner help save or sink Democrats?Graham Platner, who won his Maine primary on a left-wing, anti-establishment message, now faces a formidable Republican in key Senate race. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 18/06/2026Another story on Platner scandals... mynbc15.com/news/connect...mynbc15.comMaine Senate race to test whether Platner controversies will sway votersThe fierce battle for the Senate may come down to who wins in Maine in a race that is shaping up to be one of the most expensive in U.S. history. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 18/06/2026Yes, it's a Fox News story but has surprising observations from Dem strategists. www.foxnews.com/politics/met...foxnews.comFrom #MeToo to Maine? Dem experts weigh in on how Platner's rise tests party standards: 'Pulling the plug'Graham Platner won Maine's Democratic Senate primary despite scandals, raising questions about voter willingness to overlook personal controversies. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 12/06/2026So, maybe he did know what his tattoo meant. Is this someone to represent Democrats in the US Senate? Regardless of whether he knew or not, this will be a political nightmare for the Dems. www.bangordailynews.com/2025/10/21/p...bangordailynews.comGraham Platner knew his tattoo of a Nazi symbol was a problem weeks ago, former staffer saysThe campaign denied that, calling it “a lie from a disgruntled former employee.” 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 11/06/2026I agree that he should not generally be judged in this way. However, someone running for the US Senate should be held to a higher standard. There is also evidence of sexting, violent posts against women. I think we would regret ignoring these red flags. Regardless, I hope to be proven wrong. 100
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 11/06/2026We should not support someone who is lying about his Nazi tattoo and has a history of seeking out violence and is sexually aggressive and abusive towards women. He may say it's in the past but these are basic character traits. He is who he is. This is not the kind of leadership this country needs. 110
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 11/06/2026As much as Democrats want to win the Maine Senate seat from Collins, doing it with Graham Platner is too high a price! Claims he's a changed man rings hollow when talking about abuse of women, Nazi tattoos & preferring to kill people in the army rather than attend college. time.com/article/2026...time.comInside Graham Platner's Controversial RiseThe Democrats' hopes in November hinge on the scandal-plagued Senate candidate 100
Reposted by @firewithfire.bsky.socialThe Root @therootdotcom.bsky.social · 13/05/2026A Louisiana resident who identified himself as Marshawn delivered a fiery, emotional speech to lawmakers during a state Senate hearing over redistricting Monday, accusing Republicans of trying to “cheat” Black voters out of political power. 19294147
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 16/05/2026Who believes the Trump DOJ actually cares about the Clean Air Act that they already went after to gut? Instead, maybe they want to set a precedent so they can access our vehicle GPS and other identifying apps! www.forbes.com/sites/thomas...forbes.comThe DOJ Is Demanding Apple And Google Identify Over 100,000 Users Of This Car AppThe government argues it needs user data to prosecute EZ Lynk for allegedly willfully helping users break emissions laws (which the company denies). But it looks like unnecessary overreach. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 13/05/2026This is a 'democrat' who defends use.of federal funds to undertake a project that was not approved or budgeted. This, all while the Republicans are cutting funding for social programs. What a great add to the senate! Donald Trump's Lincoln Memorial revamp cost share.google/ydrSCeWSj7d1...share.googleFetterman: ‘Stop the henpecking’ on Trump’s reflecting pool revamp price tagSen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Tuesday defended the amount of money reportedly spent on President Trump’s revamp of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and told critics to “stop the he… 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 13/05/2026I know this may be unpopular to say but I questioned Fetterman's mental state from when he returned after his stroke. His disrespect for the dress code and votes for right wing bills has made him toxic to dems' cause. It's time to cut him from the flock and take away his committee assignments. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 18/04/2026Wow, those guys can really negotiate a deal! Impressive! www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...theguardian.comIran closes strait of Hormuz again ‘until US lifts blockade’IRGC reportedly fires on tanker as it tries to pass through strait during brief window when shipping lane had reopened 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 13/04/2026Eric Swalwell has decided to resign, rather than face an ethics probe. As with all powerful men like him, he thought he was untouchable & would not have to answer for his actions. His constituents & his staff believed in him. He appears to have betrayed that trust! www.cnn.com/2026/04/13/p...cnn.comSwalwell says he plans to resign from Congress amid sexual misconduct allegations | CNN PoliticsDemocratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced Monday he planned to resign from Congress following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct against him. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 13/04/2026Bring on congressional hearings to hear both accusers and Swalwell testify under oath. We need real facts and transparency, not accusations and denials. Let's get this investigated quickly and thoroughly. If Swalwell decides to fight the accusations or to resign, so be it. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 12/04/2026I WILL NEVER FORGIVE THOSE WHO VOTED TO RE-ELECT TRUMP!!! THERE'S NO EXCUSE. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 11/04/2026It's no accident that after one allegation collapses, another takes its place. Allegations against Swalwell should be investigated before adding him to the Me-Too wall of shame! Dems convict without facts & Trump thinks sexual assault is a right of powerful men. www.politico.com/news/2026/04...politico.comSwalwell campaign imploding after new sexual assault allegationMultiple people resigned in advance of a report that an ex-staffer accused him of sexual assault. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 05/04/2026Yes. How can I forgive those who voted for him? Having already had him in the White House in his last term, what possible reason warrants putting him back in!? 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 05/04/2026No, the Antichrist, our leader into the final end of days - Armageddon! 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 05/04/2026Yes, unbelievable if it were anyone but Trump. He is hell bent on destroying a world that is starting to work for everyone else. He does not want the world to heal and conflicts to end. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 05/04/2026Trump plays at war like a teenage boy. He would sacrifice all of humanity, if needed to bring his twisted dystopian vision into reality. Christian Nationalists must surely realize by now that he is their Antichrist, answering their prayers for Armageddon! militarywatchmagazine.com/article/pola...militarywatchmagazine.com 020
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 02/04/2026NASA Artemis 2 is on it's way to orbit the moon with female, black and Canadian astronauts! Best part- Trump was too late to use DEI as an excuse to fuck this up and it's NASA's mission, not Space-DICK! Now we need to fight for a diverse crew on Artemis 3 mission! www.nbcnews.com/science/spac...nbcnews.comLive updates: NASA launches Artemis II astronauts toward the moonFollow live updates on NASA's Artemis II moon mission. Get the latest from Kennedy Space Center and find information on timing and how to watch the rocket launch. 001
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 29/03/2026Portland, OR...NO KINGS III protest - March 28th 010
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 25/03/2026I'm attending No Kings's event, “NO KINGS! PORTLAND” - sign up now to join the fight! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...mobilize.usNO KINGS! PORTLAND · No Kings**We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.** What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading fr... 010
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 14/03/2026It is not enough to destroy our democracy. He must plunge the whole world into darkness! He destroys our credibility with threats to our allies, tariffs and starting this useless war. He has shown us not just his incompetence but his addled and deranged mind! www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comTrump faces a ‘personal Vietnam’ in Iran | Sidney BlumenthalHe is stuck in a quagmire. His goals are elusive. His bombing does not force a surrender. He has no exit strategy. Good morning, Vietnam 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 03/03/2026Kansas should forfeit its humanity-card after invalidating ID for transgender people in the dark of night! Why is it that those who claim to be most devoutly religious are also those who hate and exclude the rest? They should never have power over others. theconversation.com/kansas-revok...theconversation.comKansas revoked transgender people’s IDs overnight – researchers anticipate cascading health and social consequencesWith invalid driver’s licenses and birth certificates, transgender people are at risk for more than just steep fines and imprisonment. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 28/02/2026Finally, an AI company that has ethics and a moral compass! I hope Anthropic is able to overcome Trump's attempt to hamstring them within the private sector. Let's support them as an example of how AI companies should behave! apnews.com/article/anth...apnews.comTrump orders US agencies to stop using Anthropic technology in clash over AI safetyPresident Donald Trump has ordered all U.S. agencies to stop using Anthropic technology after the company’s unusually public dispute with the Pentagon over artificial intelligence safety. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 18/02/2026Here is the guy who helped Trump get elected first time around, stole our personal data, gave millions to Trump's inauguration, built a compound in the DC suburbs is now planning to exert his influence over state elections! Ready to give up Facebook yet? www.politico.com/news/2026/02...politico.comMeta drops $65 million into super PACs to boost tech-friendly state candidatesThe efforts launched last fall to counter what the company cast as a flood of overly burdensome AI bills from state governments. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 13/02/2026President Nixon created the EPA and the Clean Water Act. Most subsequent congresses and administrations improved it. This Motherf#@cker wipes it out in one EO! There had better be multiple lawsuits about this. State penalties for polluting cars and trucks! ✊ www.cnn.com/2026/02/12/c...cnn.comTrump delivers a deadly blow to EPA’s ability to regulate climate pollution | CNNThe Trump Environmental Protection Agency delivered a significant blow to longstanding US climate policy on Thursday, finalizing rules to revoke a 2009 scientific finding that human-caused climate cha... 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 12/02/2026Here's the boycott to show companies our resolve! www.profgalloway.com/resist-and-u...profgalloway.comResist and Unsubscribe | No Mercy / No MaliceDon Lemon, the former CNN anchor, was arrested today. Targeting journalists is not about enforcing the law, but shaping reality. History reflects a brutal truth: When you begin arresting journalists, ... 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 12/02/2026Your hypothesis is baseless. May you live long enough to bear witness to the extinction of humanity and all life on earth dies. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 07/02/2026I am again forced to call out the spineless Duo, Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer for their inability to hold the line on anything! They are pathetic leaders. We deserve much better than these guys! newrepublic.com/post/206197/...newrepublic.comDemocrats Begin to Cave on Their Simplest ICE DemandWhy the hell are Democratic leaders giving up on a mask ban for federal immigration agents? 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 06/02/2026As much as I rely on Amazon for almost all my shopping, it's time to boycott Amazon! They only understand their bottom line. I closed my Facebook account during Trump's first term. Is there a national movement to boycott Amazon and cancel our Prime memberships? newrepublic.com/article/2061...newrepublic.comThe Washington Post Is in Free Fall—and There’s One Person to BlameToday’s layoffs at this once great newspaper were nowhere near inevitable. But Jeff Bezos was never committed to the paper’s best traditions. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 06/02/2026What is with the three pens that Steve Bannon wears so visibly on his shirts? Is this a symbol for his followers? 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Wow, really? He has been a racist troll his whole life, from the Central Park Five to his father's apartment buildings in NYC! Everyone who has supported him and voted for him cannot feign ignorance now. They have disgraced this country and themselves! We see you! www.axios.com/2026/02/06/r...axios.com"Appalling": Republicans condemn Trump's racist video of Obamas"The President's post is wrong and incredibly offensive — whether intentional or a mistake," one GOP lawmaker said. 000
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Perhaps we should name the new public toilets in NYC after Trump. I could get behind that!🤣 100
firewithfire.bsky.social @firewithfire.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Every household should have one to honor our president! 000