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This story is great but man I am laughing at how much this guy looks like Michael McDonald - did any other genes even make it in? If you told me that he’d been the result of asexual reproduction by Michael McDonald I’d believe you

A guy who looks basically 1:1 like Michael McDonald who recently found out Michael McDonald is his biological father

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 17h

told ya kansas was a race to watch!!!

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 17h

What is The Bluesky's opinion on In An Aeroplane Over the Sea? I love it, primarily because I used to listen to the album all the way through while walking on Columbia's MKT Trail.

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Surreal Drum Head Woman Waving Painting

ALT: Surreal Drum Head Woman Waving Painting

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Tim Carmody @tcarmody.bsky.social · 19h

This is the funniest thing I've seen today, possibly ever

A tweet by SarahStarberry that says "oh god read the vertical axis" on top of a chart measuring AI models' release dates and model numbers rather than any real capabilities

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

i am very happy the white sox are good at baseball again i also think baseball is a boring sport because it doesn't have slam dunks

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

On a side note, the Atlanta Hawks have never won a NBA Championship. The ST. LOUIS HAWKS, on the other hand, won it all in 1958, the year my dad (who was born and raised in STL area) was born.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Sen. Eric Schmitt isn't apologizing or admitting he was wrong for mixing up the Atlanta Hawks and the Iowa Hawkeyes. This bruohaha perhaps showcases two things: How performative politics is endemic during the Trump era and how not admitting you made a mistake makes the story keep going:

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Schmitt faces withering criticism for botched hearing question of former prosecutor

While Schmitt is trying to defend himself as someone who is just asking relevant questions, his critics contend the viral moment is another example of Republicans engaging in performative politics to ...

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St. Louis Public Radio @stlpublicradio.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The Heavy Anchor in St. Louis’ Bevo Mill neighborhood has reopened three weeks after a Toyota Land Cruiser crashed into the bar. The business is operating during repairs after the community raised more than $50,000 to help with the damage.

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The Heavy Anchor bar in St. Louis reopens weeks after car crashes into the building

Venue owners Jodie and Josh Timbrook say patrons are now welcome to enjoy live music, comedy, poetry and drinks at the bar again after a 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser smashed through the storefront on…

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

It's definitely being talked about in the MO political universe that's for sure

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I heard Choosin' Texas because it was on @shadowtodd.bsky.social's Best Songs of 2025 list. I thought it was a fine song. Not the best or worst song. But a pretty good song. I don't really have a stronger opinion on it than that.

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch @stltoday.com · 26/09/2026

"Now we can get down to work and it doesn’t seem like there is a cloud hanging over our heads anymore," said one St. Louis County election official.

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St. Louis area election officials 'happy' to finally know which map to use for Nov. ballot

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Good morning. In case you missed it: The United States Supreme Courts ruled yesterday that Missouri must use a congressional map passed in 2022 — not the one lawmakers approved last year at the behest of Donald Trump.

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U.S. Supreme Court again blocks Missouri from using Trump-backed congressional map

This is the third time the high court has stymied efforts to implement a map aimed at ousting Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

. @cleaver.house.gov to me: “The joy I feel now is generated by the fact that the people won this battle.” Missourians used the referendum process to foil Donald Trump's effort to redraw the state's congressional districts. Full @stlpublicradio.bsky.social coverage:

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U.S. Supreme Court again blocks Missouri from using Trump-backed congressional map

This is the third time the high court has stymied efforts to implement a map aimed at ousting Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

. @stlpublicradio.bsky.social was the first Missouri-based media outlet to report in September on how the referendum process could foil President Donald Trump's efforts to oust @cleaver.house.gov. The path to get here was pretty crazy. There were like 500 lawsuits. But it worked:

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Opponents of Missouri redistricting push could have a secret weapon — a referendum

The proposed map could be open to a referendum that could prevent the measure from going into effect.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

BREAKING: THE SUPREME COURT SAYS MISSOURI MUST USE THE 2022 MAP IN THE NOV. 3 ELECTION.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

over at the bad place, maga oriented accounts with blue checkmarks are definitely getting the missouri redistricting situation completely correct. (actually, it's the complete opposite of what "patriot oasis" said. voters are getting ballots with the 2022 maps now... not the "new lines.")

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

If I had to choose the best show of the 21st Century, it would be the one that's number 44 on the list: BoJack Horseman. It was phenomenal from beginning to end. The second to last episode, The View From Halfway Down, is one of the greatest episodes of television in either century:

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The View from Halfway Down - Wikipedia

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

As we wait for SCOTUS on MO redistricting, U.S. Ambassador to Iceland Billy Long notes that nearly 70 percent of Iceland have a Costco membership. No snark, the former MO congressman has taught me a lot about Iceland ... including that it has fewer people than his former congressional district.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

i don't mean to sound like a luddite, but just call the restaurant yourself or go online. it's really not that hard

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

L-Todd and I were watching Hulu and saw an ad for Meta's "Muse" app. I guess it allows AI "agents" to schedule a bunch of stuff for you? The big problem I have is ... how does having some algorithm book things for you make your life discernibly better? It saves, what? Five minutes of your day?

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

On @ninepbs.bsky.social's Donnybrook, I told the panel I prayed to my Ron Karkovice doll to make this happen. #GoodGuysWearBlack

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I wonder how many reporters and election administrators are spraining their fingers refreshing the SCOTUS website right now.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Justice Kavanaugh's deadline to respond to @peoplenotpolsmo.bsky.social's emergency filing to stay the 8th Circuit ruling has now passed. If SCOTUS blocks 8th Circuit, it means 2022 MO map is in effect. If they don't, then it's 2025 map and election administrator chaos (since ppl are voting now).

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

. @peoplenotpolsmo.bsky.social has now filed their appeal of the 8th Circuit ruling to the United States Supreme Court. Judge Kavanaugh asked for a response by 1 P.M. CST. Here's the brief. It looks like things will move fast again:

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

As expected, the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected @peoplenotpolsmo.bsky.social's emergency motion. They'll be going to SCOTUS next. We're probably (hopefully) nearing the redistricting endgame, one way or another.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

A prominent GOP consultant told me awhile ago that Iowa would be tough, citing the economy. The only saving grace Rs have there is Ashley Hinson is not Dr. Oz or Hershel Walker level terrible. Fun fact: My grandpa was born in Monroe, Iowa! And some of my cousins grew up there.

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Blue sky nice ghost @rajandelman.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Hope she dedicates it to all the victims of Raccoon City

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

i am generally distrustful of polls, but the momentum is clearly swinging in the dem direction. as @timmiller.bsky.social pointed out recently, comparing this year to 2006 is not completely accurate. the economy in 2006 was pretty good. 2026's economy is ... 😬.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

many years ago, i thought to myself: "man, i really like redistricting! it's fun! maps are cools." tonight, i feel like this song:

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Creed - My Own Prison (Official HD Music Video)

YouTube video by CreedVEVO

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

What does the 8th Circuit ruling mean? At this point, nothing. Because the order is stayed until Sept. 28 ... people will vote early under the 2022 map. @peoplenotpolsmo.bsky.social plans to appeal this up to the U.S. Supreme Court. Their attorney expects them to stay this ruling... We'll see!

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Appeals court rules for GOP-leaning map in Missouri, pending Supreme Court review

The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that using 2022 congressional lines for the upcoming election violates the Equal Protection Clause of the Constitution.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

BREAKING: The 8th Circuit has ruled that Missouri must use the 2025 congressional map for the 2026 election cycle, contending it's a violation of the equal protection clause. But the ruling is stayed until Sept. 28, giving time for @peoplenotpolsmo.bsky.social to appeal to SCOTUS ...

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I wouldn't be surprised in the future if taking GLP-1s was not seen as a big deal or a revelation, especially as more research is done on them and the treatments produce fewer side effects. Also wouldn't be surprised if insurance companies embrace them (since they could reduce other diseases).

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

One fun thing from over the weekend: Explaining to my @stlpublicradio.bsky.social colleagues @ianfroeb.bsky.social's Tweet from about a decade ago where he said (in jest) that Taylor Swift was bringing out Gregory F.X. Daly as her special musical guest. He was (kayfabe) promoting his new mixtape!

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

we watched return of the jedi last night i dunno guys. it's not really as coherent or good as 4 or 5. it basically revolves around "the emperor makes darth vader and luke fight for his own amusement." this is going to seem cliche but empire strikes back is clearly the best film

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Technically today was the deadline to send out military ballots. There was no decision made by the 8th Circuit on Onder/Brattin's lawsuit. At this point, I really don't see what that court can do ... Even if they try to get around SCOTUS' stay, you have to think SCOTUS would shut that down quickly.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

So it's 5 P.M. No ruling from the 8th Circuit. A lot of county elections officials are sending off their military ballots today (the deadline is technically tomorrow). You never want to say it's over until it's over. But how would the 8th Circuit functionally bring the 7 to 1 map back now?

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Judge Loken seemed ... pretty confused about the details of this case to put it mildly.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

a preview of tomorrow's politically speaking newsletter if you haven't already, subscribe by going to stlpr.org/newsletter

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Matt Bors @mattbors.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

It was exactly ten years ago today, on my 33rd birthday, that I posted this comic online.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The NYT's @davidfrenchjag.bsky.social (who appeared on @stlpublicradio.bsky.social's Politically Speaking back in 2017!) writes about Missouri's map saga. "While we keep dodging MAGA’s legal bullets, I fear that it is only a matter of time before one hits:"

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Opinion | The Fix Was Almost In

The midterms dodge their first MAGA bullet. It won’t be the last.

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

500,000 californians register to vote in wyoming and turn it blue

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Jason Rosenbaum @jasonrosenbaum.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

This is why I've said watch the Kansas Senate race. The Democrats recruited an A+ candidate and, with all due respect to him, Marshall is just not a good candidate. Also: Kansas has elected a statewide Democratic official (Laura Kelly in 2022) more recently than Missouri (Galloway in 2018).

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