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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 7h

Here’s an idea… Instead of wasting time and energy renaming gulfs, lakes, airports, technologies and every other damn thing… Maybe focus on stopping the war in Iran (and Ukraine), and helping all Americans deal with crushing inflation and rising costs of all essential items. Just a thought…

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

We can become so occupied with understanding the world that we forget to experience our own lives. Regardless of who or what you worry about (probably too often and too much), remember: Take care of YOURSELF

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Bad loss for the New England Patriots last night. Drake Maye in last 2 games vs. Seahawks: 5 INTs 9 sacks 0-2 record The Drake Maye bandwagon is much less crowded today.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

How can the President of the United States of America have so much free time that he spend hours every day posting nonsense and AI slop on Truth Social? Doesn’t our country have enough urgent problems that deserve his attention?

yahoo.com

Trump touts renaming New Mexico, claims "moon is ours"

Trump shared a series of AI-generated posts on Truth Social, including calls to rename New Mexico.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I just want to wish everyone a very Happy Labor Day! I hope you’re enjoying the day, spending some time with people you care about, and maybe taking a well-deserved break. Enjoy the holiday!

Graphic reading "Happy Labor Day" in bold white lettering, overlaid on a dark wooden background alongside a draped American flag.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Tariffs were designed as a scalpel for specific leverage or infant industries, not a catch-all strategy. Using them as a sole economic fix turns a targeted tool into a sledgehammer, ignoring root causes like productivity, capital flows, and workforce development. Just my two cents…

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Posting on Bluesky is an awful lot like talking to yourself.

A still photo from the 1993 film Groundhog Day featuring a closeup of the character Ned Ryerson with his signature line “Am I Right? Or Am I Right?” In white block letters.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Wishing you a beautiful and blessed week ahead. Make it a great one. Be great in it.

Graphic on a soft pink watercolor background featuring handwritten text titled "A Wish for the Week Ahead." The message reads: "May you remember that the amount of time you have in a day is limited. Don’t waste it on worry. May you take every chance, no matter how small, to be kind. Hold the door. Listen for a minute longer. Check in on someone. It all matters. May you remember that taking care of yourself helps cultivate a grateful heart. It’s the starting place for a peaceful spirit. May your hope be strong, may your love be loud, and may your coffee be fresh and plentiful." Signed by Nanea Hoffman, with a small illustration of a cup of coffee on a saucer at the bottom.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Grace doesn’t announce itself. It just shows up, does its work, and asks nothing back. Wishing you a day full of it.

A brilliant sunrise over the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

A gentle reminder that everyone we interact with is someone's child just trying their best. A little patience and kindness goes a long way, both behind the counter and in front of it.

A close-up photograph of a printed sign displayed on a counter, likely in a cafe or retail store. The text is centered and clearly legible. It reads: "PLEASE RESPECT OUR EMPLOYEES! For many of them, this is their first job. They are teenagers. They are someone's child. They could be your child. Please DO NOT BE RUDE!" A pink promotional hanger for "Poppi" beverages is attached below the sign. The background shows blurred stainless steel equipment and a reflection in a glass display.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Last Sunday, I lost a very dear friend, Raymond Fillpot. He was a fine man in every sense of the word, and these words on this infographic are truly the way he lived his entire life. Rest in peace, my friend. You made a beautiful life, and you will be deeply missed.

An infographic titled "How to Make a Beautiful Life" framed by black and white patterned borders on the left and right. The text shares reflections on living deliberately, embracing mistakes, finding contentment, and valuing time, concluding with: "Make a beautiful life.... The kind of life you deserve."

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Happy National Book Lover’s Day (August 9) Which makes this a great day to decide what book you’ll read next. Or maybe find your way back to reading again. Hint: there are many terrific authors right here on Bluesky. Look and see!

A border created from stacked books surrounds a large open book at the center. The stylized brown typography across the open pages reads "National Book Lover's Day."

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Stephanie Barret @thebarenews.ai · 09/08/2026

The BLS data paints a different picture. While eggs did drop ~13% from their January peak, overall food-at-home prices are still up 3.3% YoY. Beef +5.1%, coffee +4.8%. And shelter — the single biggest CPI category — is still running hot. The rent-to-income ratio hit an all-time high this year.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

“I inherited very, very high costs, and they’re all coming down now. The food, the groceries, it’s all coming down. We’ve done a great job. You know, I think we should be given an A+ on the economy. But I think that’s coming; people are starting to talk about it.”

apple.news

Trump Gets Brutally Fact-Checked On His Embarrassing Claim About Grocery Prices — HuffPost

The short answer: Only eggs are actually getting cheaper. Everything else is still getting more expensive.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

“Democrats never agree on anything, that's why they're Democrats. If they agreed with each other, they would be Republicans.” - Will Rogers

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

“Just remember: What you’re seeing and what you’re reading is not what’s happening.” - Donald Trump “I think we should be given an A+ on the economy. People are starting to talk about it.” - also Donald Trump

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

We rarely get to see the ripple effect of our actions or the quiet impact we have on others. A gentle reminder for your feed today: you’ve likely been a bright spot in someone’s life, and your small moments matter far more than you realize.

Text-only list titled “8 Things You'll Probably Never Know,” with comforting reminders about unseen kindness and impact: someone once fell for you, a stranger smiled, you're remembered for good deeds, you've been a reason to keep going, your name is spoken kindly, you've been defended, someone smiles at your messages, and your life quietly inspires others.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Happy Sunday from the mountains of western North Carolina. Wishing you and yours a beautiful and blessed day.

youtu.be

Maroon 5 - Sunday Morning

YouTube video by Maroon5VEVO

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Trump’s media strategy appears to intensify the approach he used in his first term. During his first term, according to The New York Times, “Mr. Trump told top aides to think of each presidential day as an episode in a television show in which he vanquishes rivals.” It’s exhausting. Here’s why:

theconversation.com

Donald Trump’s nonstop news-making can be exhausting, making it harder for people to scrutinize his presidential actions

Overwhelming people with a deluge of announcements makes it difficult to easily track and understand what is happening in the White House.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Ambition is loud. Discipline is quiet. The beast shows up in the quiet part.

Close-up photo of a male lion with a scarred face and intense gaze, overlaid with white text in all caps. The top text reads "EVERYONE WANTS TO BE A BEAST" and the bottom text reads "UNTIL IT'S TIME TO DO WHAT REAL BEASTS DO."

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Think of how much anger and distrust people have in Trump (40% approval rating) and the GOP. Now consider this: the Democratic Party has just a 4-point advantage on congressional preference, unchanged from April. The blue wave may be more about hope than expectation. You should read this:

cnbc.com

Economic outlook is worsening and Trump is getting blamed, CNBC survey finds

The public is as depressed about the economy as it has been since the years just after the pandemic, according to the All-America Economic Survey.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Most people never see themselves as clearly as others do – especially after growth or change. Even when all the pieces fall into place, self-doubt still whispers that something is missing. Don’t trust the mirror. You’ve come farther than it knows.

Illustration of a fully completed Rubik’s Cube standing in front of a mirror, with the reflected cube showing a very different scrambled arrangement.

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JamesSampson @jamessampson.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Once Upon a Time… there was a beloved and powerful king. And wherever he went, his advisors praised him. They told him he was the wisest ruler alive. The most powerful man in the world. Some even whispered that a king so great could command anything. Even the sea. Read the full tale here:

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#leadership #wisdom #onceuponatime | James Sampson

Once Upon a Time… a king commanded the sea. There once was a beloved and powerful king. His lands stretched far and wide. His armies were strong. His people were loyal. And wherever he went, his ad...

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