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@jrossthomson.bsky.social
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Rower, complainer, aging in place.

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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
More malicious prosecution. This time against people who were trying to investigate right wing extremists.
theconversation.com
Indictments against a top extremism researcher and the SPLC force a reckoning on research ethics – an extremism scholar reflects on the field’s challenges
Indictments of a longtime extremism researcher and her former organization raise a crucial question for researchers in the field: What are the ethical limits on research about often-dangerous groups?
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
When stationed overseas, I read the Stars & Stripes faithfully. It was a great paper. Now, add it to the list of things that Trump has ruined. There is no reason to add an active duty Navy captain to be a political minder of Stars & Stripes content to make sure it toes the Trump line. What a loss.
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Some folks just don't get it. This is how Hitler got control in matter of months. And we have a feckless Democratic Party that expends its resources fighting people who are no more than FDR New Dealers AKA progressives. www.lawyersgunsmoneyblog.com/2026/08/i-ne...
lawyersgunsmoneyblog.com
I never thought the "We will target your group for removal, specifically" party would tagret my group for removal - Lawyers, Guns & Money
I honestly don’t know what you’re supposed to do about voters like this: Wilkinson “Ken” Sejour, who owns Miami Chef Creole, says customers and others in the community are scared, and he might have to...
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Audrea 🌸 @audrea.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
DOGE lied about how much it saved and then disappeared into the bushes? Say it isn’t so. And no wonder the administration vilifies “the media” — it publicizes its lies (and further erodes trust in both). Putin-laughing-maniacally-dot-gif www.politico.com/news/2026/08...
politico.com
DOGE overstated savings, government watchdog says
A report from the Government Accountability Office found that the cost-cutting operation counted savings it didn’t secure and criticized its opaque methodology.
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Good luck to my Canadian friends on kicking out a MAGA US ambassador who's not welcome. thehill.com/homenews/adm...
thehill.com
Thousands sign petition calling for expulsion of US ambassador to Canada
More than 60,000 Canadians are backing an effort to remove U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra from the country, accusing him of undermining relations between the neighboring countries and interfering in…
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Audrea 🌸 @audrea.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Do you trust that rent-a-cop #ICE agents will adhere to these rules in a heated situation? "Another page includes a diagram of the human body and says officers can 'grab anywhere...' with the gloves 'while avoiding the head, face, throat, chest and groin areas.' ” www.404media.co/heres-the-ma...
404media.co
Here's the Manual for ICE's Electric Shock Gloves
ICE plans to spends tens of millions of dollars on the gloves, which are supposed to incapacitate people. A manual 404 Media found says the gloves may even contribute to “sudden death.”
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Michael Buzzelli @michaelbuzzelli.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
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Finding the Funny
I have learned that the best way to conquer the annoyances of daily life is to use humor as a weapon.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The legal process that got the Prairieland protesters 30 year prison sentences.
thenation.com
The Chilling Trump Order Threatening All Americans
Why National Security Presidential Memorandum-7 is so important.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
The court is off the rails.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
These convictions are obscene.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Corruption as the standard.
nytimes.com
Trump Cut a Billion-Dollar Mining Deal. His Sons Stand to Profit.
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Michael Buzzelli @michaelbuzzelli.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
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The Great Red Spot
Huzzah!
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Audrea 🌸 @audrea.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
“It turns out that would-be authoritarians don’t need to staff their regimes with ideological true believers, offer … enticements or impose draconian punishments in order to make … power grabs. They just need to figure out how to target … the frustrated and mediocre.” www.nytimes.com/2026/05/18/w...
nytimes.com
Actually, Democracy Dies in H.R.
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Mike @mike-0568.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
Boycott Eurovision. Israel must learn to behave like a civilised country. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Eurovision 2026 is here - but will the Israel boycott spoil the show?
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Not that Trump will care, but - please sign: sign.moveon.org/petitions/no...
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No Trump Ballroom!
The ballroom is just another in a long line of Trump’s attempts to continue his authoritarian power grabs in D.C., like his plans to build the so-called "Arc de Trump" along the Potomac River. And his...
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
As a corporation, Apple sucks www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
theguardian.com
‘It feels like a betrayal’: anger as Apple to close its first unionized store in the US
Tech giant accused of ‘cynical attempt to bust the union’ in decision to shutter location in Towson, Maryland
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Rod @roddlyyours.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Thank you Pakistan!
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Rod @roddlyyours.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
‘God does not bless any conflict’: pope issues new rebuke over Iran war www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...
theguardian.com
‘God does not bless any conflict’: pope issues new rebuke over Iran war
Social media post names no names but criticizes attempts to use religion to glorify US war in Middle East
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Audrea 🌸 @audrea.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
" ‘Painting a picture that “one squeaked through” is a falsehood,’ one of the injured soldiers told CBS News. ‘I want people to know the unit … was unprepared to provide any defense for itself. It was not a fortified position.’ “ www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-wa...
cbsnews.com
Army survivors of deadly attack in Kuwait dispute Pentagon's account, say unit "was unprepared" to defend itself
Survivors of an Iranian attack that killed six U.S. service members have disputed the Pentagon's description of events and said their unit in Kuwait was left dangerously exposed.
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Sen Dave McCormick is an accomplice to Donald Trump’s war crimes, because of his refusal to force a war authorization vote.
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Michael Buzzelli @michaelbuzzelli.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
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Throwing in the Towel
As soon as I drove to the gym, directions home popped up on my iPhone.
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Rod @roddlyyours.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Noem should stand by her man and say “I’m proud of my husband for dressing up as a woman. He is getting in touch with his feminine side. All men should get in touch with their feminine side. Embrace it. Have fun with it, too.”
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Does this obsession sound familiar? www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
theatlantic.com
Hitler’s Edifice Complex
He was obsessed with adding an expensive new wing to the Reich Chancellery, part of his grandiose architectural ambitions for the nation’s capital.
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
The Gestapo never quits: Chaos erupts at Kittanning, PA, DMV after ICE arrived to arrest immigrant drivers
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Audrea 🌸 @audrea.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
“At least 1,800 state troopers on Florida highways are trained to enforce immigration law alongside their regular police duties. That has created situations where traffic stops for minor offenses… turn into inquiries into a person's immigration status...” www.npr.org/2026/04/04/n...
npr.org
After the Minnesota surge, ICE is moving to a quieter enforcement approach
ICE seems to be changing from aggressive immigration enforcement on city streets to an apparent return to operations that rely heavily on local law enforcement. But even in Florida, where sheriffs are...
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
»Die Republikaner haben ein Naziproblem« The Germans get it, but not the Americans? Certainly not with the help of FOX and the legacy media. And about half the Congress. My father fought against this shit.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
I hate this. 1B$ to stop a nearly complete project.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Putz. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/24/u...
nytimes.com
Trump, Who Calls Mail-in Voting ‘Cheating,’ Just Voted by Mail
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Given the wanton cowboy melée in Iran, this should be getting more attention. They are ignoring policy, US Law and international law. -- Trump DoD Axed a Program Meant to Limit Civilian Casualties — ProPublica share.google/4L97rZObRpHD...
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The U.S. Built a Blueprint to Avoid Civilian War Casualties. Trump Officials Scrapped It.
The Pentagon dismantled its civilian protection mission as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made “lethality” a top priority and the Trump administration reorganized national security around two principl...
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Audrea 🌸 @audrea.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
These #DOGE workers have blood on their hands.
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Molly Jong-Fast @mollyjongfast.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Some of the frivolous September purchases made under Secretary Pete Hegseth’s stewardship include a $98,329 Steinway & Sons grand piano for the Air Force chief of staff’s home, $5.3 million for Apple devices such as the new iPad, and an astronomical amount of … newrepublic.com/post/207555/...
newrepublic.com
Pete Hegseth Blew Billions on Fruit Basket Stands, Chairs, and Crab
The Defense Department went on a $93 billion spending spree in 2025.
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Rod @roddlyyours.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
From the Guardian:
Guardian: Death toll in attack on Iranian girls’ school rises to 108.
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The Sgt Joker @thesgtjoker.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Republicans would rather start a war with Iran than protect children from pedophiles.
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T. Ryan Gregory 🇨🇦 @tryangregory.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Day 1. The US and Israel bomb a school in Iran, killing more than 100 children. www.ft.com/content/055d...
ft.com
Strike on Iranian primary school kills 108, authorities say
Girls’ education facility hit as US and Israel launch joint military operation
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Fared Al Mahlool | فريد المحلول @faredalmahlool.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
BREAKING — 51 Iranian children are dead after a strike hits Minab girls elementary school in Iran.
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Bill Madden @maddenifico.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
"Your attack on Iran is working. No one is talking about you raping children."
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
It wouldn't have been an Israel;i attack if it didn't include bombing a school and killing children. That's an Israeli specialty.
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
It wouldn't have been an Israeli attack if it didn't include bombing a school and killing children. That's an Israeli specialty.
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Another death caused by ICE, It's at least criminal negligence. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
theguardian.com
Nearly blind refugee abandoned by US border patrol found dead in Buffalo
Investigation under way after man was dropped off five miles from home but family wasn’t notified, officials say
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Audrea 🌸 @audrea.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
“Casey Means, Not Licensed to Practice Medicine, Poised to Become Nation’s Top Doctor” I fixed it for you, @nytimes. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/25/w...
nytimes.com
Casey Means, Critic of Mainstream Medicine, Poised to Become Nation’s Top Doctor
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
WTF?
lgbtqnation.com
Trump is considering an executive order to screw with future elections - LGBTQ Nation
He's considering blaming China for him losing the 2020 elections.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Today I learned, El Salvador has the highest consumption of Worcestershire sauce in the world.
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Karly Kingsley @karlykingsley.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
I’m done hearing about the Epstein files, I want to hear about the Epstein trials.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Suitable.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
@roddlyyours.bsky.social Is this for real? www.reddit.com/r/canada/s/f...
reddit.com
From the canada community on Reddit: Pierre Poilievre crosses floor to Liberals
Explore this post and more from the canada community
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Spread this as far as you can. CBS would not air it. Let's make up the difference.
youtube.com
Rep. James Talarico On Confronting Christian Nationalism, And Strange Days In The Texas Legislature
YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
thenation.com
Gaza Beach 2030
A genocide comes to light.
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heysailor 🇺🇦🇺🇸 🇨🇦 @heysailor.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
What is this bullshit? Thousands of people being held in abominable conditions by ICE and of course Republicans say nothing - about any obscenity committed by Trump. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
theguardian.com
Irish man held in ICE detention for five months faces ‘dire conditions’, wife says
Tiffany Smyth is married to Seamus Culleton, who despite having a valid work permit was detained in September
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Apparently, Fetterman has forgotten the "progressive" base that got him elected.
wesa.fm
Fetterman lone Democrat to support Homeland Security funding bill, as DHS shutdown looms
A shutdown for the Department of Homeland Security appeared certain Thursday as lawmakers in the House and Senate were set to leave Washington for a 10-day break.
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Ross @jrossthomson.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Almost unbelievable, except that it's Trump.
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