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The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart @weeklyshowpodcast.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

“Government didn’t get in the way of growth, it got in the way of greed.” Economist Kathryn Anne Edwards, host of the Optimist Economy, on labor market policy and corporate complacence. New episode out now! @kedseconomist.com

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Nicolas Hénin @nicolashenin.net · 17/09/2026

Nice campaign by the Norwegian Consumer Council about the declining lifespan of products. Enjoy!

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Eddie Burfi @eddieburfi.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

ABBA beating the far-right in Sweden. ❤️ Benny Andersson played a reworded version of ‘Mama Mia’ in support of the Social Democratic Party during their final election rally in Stockholm yesterday.

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Craig Harrington @craigipedia.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Oh my gosh, the best political video on YouTube just got updated after a decade and a half and it's still just perfect! It visualizes something that I've talked about a lot since the first video came out: The real problem is the billionaire class. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Gxl...

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Wealth Inequality in America (Updated 2026)

YouTube video by politizane

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James Myall @jamesxmyall.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Checking in on heating oil prices in Maine. See if you can spot when Trump started his war with Iran #mepolitics

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

This just came in the mail. Awesome. @countbinface.bsky.social miniature. Best impulse buy in ages.

Close up photo of Count Binface metal miniature on small black plastic circular stand

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

i always felt like incessant app invitations were like: ”Please join our HOA, where normal laws, expectations, and property rights don’t apply.” bsky.app/profile/doct...

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

We used to know how Government worked. This is from a 1948 Civics textbook - a graphic on life without Government and With Government. For the last 25 year or longer we keep sliding back to the left in the US.

Basic high school civics lessons we knew in 1948.
From Magruder's classic American Government textbook. page 1.

Without Government and With Government

*Direct Protection*
Without Government:
No adequate protection of life
No adequate protection of family
No adequate protection of property
No adequate protection of country

With Government:
Police, laws, courts
Army, Navy, and Air Force

*Sanitation and Health*
Without Goverment:
Polluted water
Filth and waste everywhere
Tubercular milk
Disease unchecked
Home treatment for diseases
Impure foods
Dangerous drugs

With Goverment:
Pure water systems
Sewer systems
Inspected milk
Health services and regulation
Public hospitals
Pure food and Drug laws

*Education*
Without Government:
Private schools for the few
Unrestricted child labor
Private libraries

With Government:
Free education
Compulsory education
Public libraries

*Roads and Conservation*
Without Government:
Private mud roads
Wasted minerals
Forests burned or destroyed
Pollution of fishing streams
Soil erosion unchecked

With Government:
Highways; rail and air control
Mining regulations
Reforestation and fire patrols
Fish and game regulation
Soil conservation

*Protection for Business and Labor*
Without Government:
Dishonest and unfair practices
Insecure banks
Long hours at low wages
Dangerous working conditions

With Government:
Regulation of corporations and unions
Inspection; deposit insurance
Minimum wages and hours
Safety and sanitary regulations

*Relief*
Without Government:
Charity and starvation for unemployed

With Government:
Public work, security, pensions

*Liberty*
Without Government:
Oppression by strong and shrewd

With Government:
Civil rights protected by law

*Civilization*
Without Government:
Would perish

With Government:
Needs honesty and efficiency

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Felicity Hannah @felicityhannah.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

I don’t mind waking up at 3 for work. I do mind making up at 3 with The Safety Dance by Men Without Hats inexplicably stuck in my head

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Chad Zimmerman @chadzimmerman.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Ray will discuss the book (and billionaires) with comedian Gary Gulman at New York Public Library this Tuesday. A few tickets remain: www.nypl.org/events/progr...

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Ray D. Madoff with Gary Gulman: The Second Estate

A scholar and a comedian talk taxes: specifically how the American tax code privileges those who already have the most.

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

This Mother Jones article on how to tax the rich got me curious about the underlying research/people. I found some interesting stuff, including that contrary to popular belief The Boston Tea Party was about taxes being TOO LOW. 1/3 bsky.app/profile/mich...

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Michael Mechanic @michaelmechanic.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Everyone except billionaires wants to tax billionaires, but taxing wealth at the federal level ain't gonna happen. Heck, SCOTUS won't even let Congress touch unrealized gains, the main source of income for the nation's wealthiest families. Allow me to Mikesplain (story link in replies):

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Thomas Lecaque @tlecaque.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

To be a historian is to speak ill of the dead and the rest of you should take more history classes and join us.

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Eric Ansley Díaz 🏳️‍🌈 @geekboyeric.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

RIP Bonnie Tyler. And RIP Tandi Iman Dupree. This remains the best stage entrance by a drag queen of all time, even some 25 years later, and the best use of Tyler’s “Holding Out for a Hero” ever. youtu.be/IHQA5vqn6rw?...

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

People: Don’t speak ill of the dead Historians: Then, live a better life.

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TraceyB @ineeddirection.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Just sharing this tip from the delightful Hannah Fry on how to cool your car quickly youtube.com/shorts/oKRcb...

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Cooling down a hot car - with science

YouTube video by Hannah Fry

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Soraya Nadia McDonald @soraya.press · 07/07/2026

the Pfizer building is apparently having trouble remaining erect

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Midtown Manhattan Building Evacuated as Officials Warn of Collapse

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 07/07/2026

Cheer up, USA. One of your soccer teams has won 4 World Cups.

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NY Times Pitchbot @nytpitchbot.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Graham Platner’s history of sexual assault proves he does not belong in the US Senate. He belongs on the Supreme Court. by Susan Collins

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Chaucer Doth Tweet @levostregc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

🎶Daunse thy cares awaye! Worryes for anothir daye! Let the harpe and tabor playe! Doun at Fraggle Rocke! 🎶

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That Dragon Guy @paintyourdragon.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Fashion designer Jeremy Scott delivers commencement speech to Kansas City Art Institute graduates. Wait for it…

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Hildur Knútsdóttir @hildur.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

GIVEAWAY! Dead Weight is coming out next week and to celebrate I'm giving away two copies that have been personally bitten by Uggi and will be personally signed by me and shipped to the winners wherever they live! To enter just like and share this post and I'll select the winners on May 26th!

Uggi the dog next to my hand, holding a copy of Dead Weight

Two copies of Dead Weight with teethmarks

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Elizabeth Warren @elizabeth-warren.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

A majority of Americans can’t afford rent on a modest 2 bedroom. People aren't buying their first home until 40. Since 1990, the cost of housing is up 174% while wages have flatlined. We're in a housing crisis. Congress needs to act like it.

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Jonathan Berk 🏠 @berkie1.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

On its third attempt tonight, Marblehead Town Meeting approved an “MBTA Communities–compliant” district largely centered on the 125-year-old Tedesco Country Club, meeting 3A requirements on paper while all but assuring no new housing would be built. This comment says it all.

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Scientific American @sciam.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

The deep dive on the cocaine salmon paper you didn't know you needed, with the one and only @tomlumperson.bsky.social

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NBC News @nbcnews.com · 13/04/2026

Zsolt Hegedus, a leading candidate for health minister in a future Hungarian government, danced enthusiastically on stage as the opposition Tisza party celebrated a landslide victory that ended Viktor Orban's long rule.

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Tits McGee @scientits.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

I've already reposted this but I did some digging into these guys (Mind Enterprises) and look at these two utter legends The outfits The lack of fucks given The banging tune I am in awe www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oEJ...

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MIND ENTERPRISES - La Vita Di Mare (live)

YouTube video by Mind Enterprises

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Hadas Weiss @hadas.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

europeans when asked to help unblock the strait of hormuz

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Uncle Duke @uncleduke1969.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

“Very funny, Jesus. Give it back.”

Driver’s perspective of a dashboard missing the steering wheel.

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Helen Kennedy @helenkennedy.com · 15/03/2026

Happy March 15. Here is my favorite Ides of March meme:

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Stop telling the truth about me! bsky.app/profile/jose...

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Erik Loomis @erikloomis.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

This Day in Labor History: February 22, 1860. 3,000 shoemakers in Lynn, Massachusetts went on strike, beginning the nation’s largest strike before the Civil War!!!!

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Colin Gorrie @colingorrie.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Written English has barely changed in 300 years. If you can read Harry Potter, you can read Robinson Crusoe (1719).

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Ian Coldwater 🧊🚫 @lookitup.baby · 15/02/2026

with alt text, because everyone needs to be able to read this 😭

Peacefull Observers

To Our Beloved Guardian Angels,

In these times of profound trial, when darkness sought to engulf our community, you emerged as beacons of unwavering light. When fear gripped our hearts and the very fabric of our existence trembled under the shadow of masked agents-when we were hunted, chased, and made to feel as strangers in the place we call home- you stood tall. You stood with us.

With courage that defied the chill of winter winds and compassion that warmed the coldest nights, you became our shield. You left the comfort of your daily lives, your workplaces, your routines, to stand guard at our doors. You brought us the gift of warning-the loud sirens that pierced the silence of impending danger, giving us precious moments to seek shelter, to protect our children, to preserve our dignity.

You did not merely observe; you acted. You confronted hatred face-to-face. You stood between us and the agents of fear, becoming the voice for the voiceless, the strength for the weary, and the hope for the hopeless. In your presence, we found sanctuary. In your resolve, we found resilience.

Your bravery is a testament to the boundless capacity of the human spirit. You stood against the tides of xenophobia, Islamophobia, and every form of prejudice that seeks to divide humanity.
You embodied the highest ideals of human dignity, honor, and solidarity. You reminded us-and the world-that America's true strength lies in its embrace of those who seek refuge, its promise of freedom, and its unwavering stand for justice.

Your sacrifice will echo through generations. We will tell our children, and they will tell theirs, of the guardian angels who stood tall when hate knocked at our doors. Your legacy is etched in the heart of our community-a living history of compassion without limits, courage without borders.

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You are the reason hope still shines. You are the reason America remains a home for the persecuted, a land where freedom rings true. We love you. We honor you. We will never forget what you have done.

May God bless you, protect you, and keep you close. Your light will forever guide us.

With Eternal Gratitude, The Community You Saved

Somali Community

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Timothy @landbeforetim.myatproto.social · 14/02/2026

This is blackout poetry to me

I became Senior VP at a multi-million dollar company at age 26. My salary was $600k. This was in 2018.
How did I do it?

Blacked out lines

CEO (my dad) promoted me to SVP.
There are no gimmicks. There are no shortcuts.

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Joshua J. Friedman @joshuajfriedman.com · 09/02/2026

From the bestskeeting author of the Bluesky-famous six-week Bad Bunny 101 comes this essential close reading of the halftime show! 🧵

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

I’m having a hard time thinking of an interview between two human beings I enjoyed more than tonight’s interview of the great Ian McKellen by the great Stephen Colbert. Every moment of it was a pleasure that I highly recommend… but then came the most REMARKABLE ending that you really HAVE to watch.

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"There's Nothing I Enjoy More Than Acting In The Theater" - Ian McKellen EXTENDED INTERVIEW

YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

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Ana Marie Cox @anamariecox.com · 25/01/2026

Statement from the Minnesota Timberwolves team chaplain with alt text (ht @gregolear.bsky.social)

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Just got back from a local dem mtg. One the major dem candidates was there. I asked for any low hanging fruit policies to implement right away. They said ‘ban cell phones in schools.’ I pushed back hard — the science on this not at all convincing. sending their staff this: bsky.app/profile/mmas...

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

Took yesterday off and did nothing. But today, I cooked. This was terriffic. Thanks @lifesafeast.bsky.social (and @unlawfulentries.bsky.social for turning me on to Jamie). bsky.app/profile/life...

Foreground: green fiestaware plate with roasted red potatoes and a salad with arugula, steak, multi color cherry tomatos, and mandarin segments

Background French onion soup with melted gruyér cheese just out of the broiler

French onion soup just out of the broiler

French onion soup in process on bowl filled with soup, another with two croutons ready to be covered in soup.

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Jamie Schler @lifesafeast.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

New Year’s hangover? Holiday season festive food overload? There’s only one thing that good for everything that ails you…a bowl of authentic French onion soup. It’s a tradition that works. jamieschler.substack.com/p/authentic-...

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Authentic French Onion Soup

Top off your New Year’s Eve revelry the traditional French way.

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Norm Ornstein @normornstein.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

Amidst the turmoil, something nice. Washingtonians of the Year!

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

Mocap. Mo Problems bsky.app/profile/jjvi...

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Lee Randall @leerandall.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all you cool cats. Xxx

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John Voltz @johnvoltz.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Holiday Humor 2025: For the Holidays wanted to share some of my shopping & gifts I’m getting for people. Thank/blame Andy ‘Pun Run’ Zaltzman @zaltzcricket.bsky.social , Josh ‘CoveFIFA’ Gondelman @joshgondelman.bsky.social, & @joshuajfriedman.com for inspiring these. Enjoy/Loathe at your leisure.

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John Bistline @bistline.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Worldwide clean energy investment is now roughly 2x fossil fuel spending, per IEA.

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