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Keith Haymes

@keithhaymes.bsky.social
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advocate | democracy 2026 | civil rights media law | film ventures | creative arts enterprise | community affairs | speaker

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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Yes, friends forever. Allies are best aligned when 'we're in this together, always.' Adversaries aren't curbed by 'this doesn't please us, but we'll get over-it.' Notion of #allies & #enemies "not forever" is the worst. Unless claiming aggressor-villain ain't so bad & proven friends are unworthy.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Mainstream Update. Some national media groups have recently advanced (from future 'concern' to present acknowledgment) in describing steps being (or to be) taken by the administration in these last 65 days. Thus far, there's been no half-stepping #mainstreammedia #midterms #democracy #votingrights
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
It's scientifically possible to put the toothpaste back in the tube. It'll be messy, and needs to be done precisely. A major mission to get things back on track, and we will, but we'll need global patience while making strides. We're so far off-course, it'll take us lotsa' years. But gotta believe.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Boats obliterated, no probable cause. Schools leveled, no basis could exist. Unsafe air travel, for others. Bleach, measles, cool. Drilling, in the neighbor's yard. Not a bad word to say, about the really bad guys. The other one is sleepy. McCarthy scourge, 72 yrs later. 83 days until the midterms.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
After the lame farce of McCarthyism & the 1954 Red Scare, we went 72 yrs without credible accusations of domestic communism, but now, it is raised again, like a zombie boogeyman available for those in search of a new fear. Who would waste America's time with such a ill-fetched distraction, and why?
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Much being said about having the anti-weaponization 'settlement' terminated in writing. But, any agreement entered into can be re-crafted in many forms and ways, if the zeal for ill-gotten gains & evasion is there, esp. with both 'parties' on the same side. With bad faith, the deal is never final.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Ranting can be cool, but it's also fair to ask: is this new info, is it accurate, are there other motives for asserting the matter, has the info been thoroughly tested, is there a more objective reality that's the actual truth, what's the most efficient way of ensuring that truth prevails? #midterms
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Let's reduce the why-the-hell? wondering, instead emphasizing our most efficient strategies - 100% disciplined and pragmatic - because we do understand, have the right plan and "we shall" rise to the occasion ... it's the ideal time for focused deployment, as we're now 114 days out ... the #midterms
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Not sure why credible journalists report - whether he Would or Wouldn't defend the #NATO countries - and don't address how it could possibly matter, whatever he said, when his consistency record is less-than-zero, and that call remains exclusively within the province of the new congress.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Assuming that, less the shown interference, a guy won a 1st term. Then, claims he also won a 2d term - as many rally followers feel - he magically served in that 2d term. Then, the current term would be the impermissible 3d term. Under no theory, could the in-between term be deemed the '3d' term 🎉
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
We're in a world of such tenuous footing, treacherous zig-zags and the unexpected undoing of norms & guarantees on an hourly basis. So, isn't it cute when we're promised that some new notion is a 'permanent' achievement, and that we'll 'never-ever' have to worry about that concern anymore #relieved
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
A more stringent analysis may be helpful when considering the mythical #voting fraud 'efforts' - those so 'diabolical' that they're 'impossible to prove' - in court, they have a customary term for that, which is usually, 'case dismissed' #elections
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
We're now approximately 5 months out, from a landmark point of fundamental change, where things will: (i) become markedly better, (ii) trend approximately the same, or (iii) get increasingly awful. May be a mixed-bag of tweening for a while. But the ball's in our court to shape the future #midterms
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
When being mean-spirited and conniving is viewed as strength, and caring with heartfelt compassion is dismissed as showing weakness, seems we'll definitely need to recalibrate the overall approach to governing and leadership asap, and steer ourselves away from this abundant toxicity.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
We should feel proud as our nation stumbles into its 250th this summer - not because we were perfect, and often not close to good - but because there've been a set of guiding principles holding us together, and optimism is an essential trait as we face challenge, hoping for excellence up-ahead.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
In the spirit of Law Day, there are some truths that have proven to be rather consistent over the decades ... this has been a mantra that we have generally abided by, happy May to all 💌 📚 ⚖️ 📚 💌
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Anyone ever get the feeling that, "okay, now This is as chaotic, senseless, spooky, unlawful, maddening & wayyy disturbing as it can get" - only to realize, that was just Monday, and now it's Tuesday, and it's already at a whole 'nother level? nahh, it's probably just me. Annnd, wishing us luck 😉
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
The Removal Bar for an official is quite high, as the politician was duly voted-on by the electorate. But, when all main policy pledges are totally disregarded, the opposite of the people's wishes occurs. So, should there be such a high bar to remove the exact opposite of what the people voted for?
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
We're now approaching an approx. 7-month window, wherein we'll have our #mettle fully tested, especially: our ability to focus, strategize & proceed efficiently with a sound action plan - the stakes have never been more clear. The world knows, the season is here @mlbscores.bsky.social #votingrights
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Ever notice that uniformed teams strategically deployed, weaponized & deeply-funded are entitled to be well-choreographed, but Americans asking, 'wait, what the funk is going on here' must be totally grass roots, organic & unsupported #peacefulassembly #redressofgrievances #FirstAmendment #USConst.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Forum shopping is deemed totally unethical, a violation of an attorney's oath, with offending parties harshly sanctioned. Some steadfastly honor this code, as others aggressively seek more favorable courts, abiding by no standards of decency or fair play. Yet another way the #ruleoflaw takes a hit.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
We've got this. Maybe just another trite phrase like, it is what it is. But also a nice reassurance that faith itself is something to behold, even without all the detail. And we know, for most unjust actions that unfold, a kind pendulum swing is on the horizon, that'll gently soften the concern.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
No. 1 guardrail for Americans & media to focus upon: the Constitutionally Guaranteed right to have Elections, which include the #midterms with Article I, Section 4 ensuring that the times, places & manner of holding #elections for the #senate & #house shall be prescribed in each State. #constitution
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
These are very challenging times for many, for most, whereby it is helpful to have a reasonable plan in place, for how to express oneself, and stay safe, and the approaches could be quite different, depending upon our widely varying circumstances 🤍
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Wishing all the good and dear people in the #bluesky neighborhood all the merriest feelings of peace, love and understanding, throughout the holidays, and always 💚✨♥️ #merrychristmas #happynewyear
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
As to BoatGate, It’s Not Pete. open.substack.com/pub/keithhay...
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As to BoatGate, It’s Not Pete.
Pete may be dreadful, but it’s not Pete.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
There will be no more saying the quiet part out loud. Because there are no more quiet parts. #democracy @HaymesLaw #dueprocess #HaymesLaw #constitutionallaw #medialaw #fundamentalfairness #constitutionalrights
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Playing Taps 🎺 the song that signals a final farewell. And, it seems that - absent clear lines of limiting authority from above, which don't appear to exist - responsibility for misbegotten #singletaps & universally condemned #doubletaps cannot be contained at lower levels #AllTheWayUp a la #FatJoe
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
"There's one more kid that'll never go to school, never get to fall in love, never get to be cool" ... happy 80th to #NeilYoung, keep on rocking, your rebellious vulnerability is deeply appreciated 🩵
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Many are hoping for a well-reasoned ruling from #scotus on the #tariffs case, as momentum carries forward from Tuesday & there is much work up ahead, but it's a day-to-day process where we can't get too high or low from daily events, steady as we go @nealkatyal.bsky.social @judgeluttig.bsky.social
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
After practicing law for 42 years & coaching-up law students in oral argument for 20+, would say that @neal_katyal is the best I've seen, esp. his ability to respond to random hypotheticals & downshift at once from complex legal reasoning to plain & understandable explanations 🦉
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
It's not enough to randomly call out disturbing events, sure we need that too. But primarily, there must be a calendared gameplan for doing what the branches & media are not. A shadow panel of new leaders that goes live daily (not the old re-treads), taking sworn testimony from victims & families.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Democratically uplifting stories are unfolding everyday that need to be emphasized, most brought by new faces & the people at-large. Does no good to trot-out same characters from yesteryear & ask, why is there no direction? why are poll numbers low? it needlessly perpetuates (creates) negativity.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Soo grateful, thank you ..... also grateful for those days when it seems that we're making a little bit of additional forward progress, hoping it leads to waves of much needed momentum 🤍🌊🤍
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Between being upset, and resisting, sometimes #breathing exercises can be relaxing. Like the one where you inhale a lot, slowly, then another little bit, hold your breath for a few, and then exhale slowly. Unless they outlaw breathing, then we're back to just breathing however, best we can #breathe
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 24/08/2025
"We work our jobs, collect our pay, believe we're gliding down the highway, when in fact we're slip sliding away." With all heartfelt tribute to #PaulSimon ... let's freaking hope not #democracy #bluesky #music #civilrights #art #rightsdefense #dueprocess #progressbridge @democracynow.bsky.social
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
As the tide is rolls out, it seems like a true force of nature, as democracy's just slipping away ... and then, little events happen, good things, and the waves of freedom are back, crashing merrily upon our shore. It can be like that, let it be, let's make it be 🤍🗽🩵🗽🤍 @gavinnewsom.bsky.social
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
When a party and surrounding media dwell on something that didn't go well, restating that the status is bleak, it becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. The more useful credo is, we're taking great steps, momentum is strong, and it shall be. Ol' fashioned enthusiasm is highly contagious.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Understanding that 100s of people must be heard, quick note: nothing prevents indie journalists from bringing such panels fwd, usu. w/ better questioning than congress folks @jimacosta.bsky.social @joyannreid.bsky.social @donlemonofficial.bsky.social and, same goes for the wider podcast community.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Distractions, sure, but hanging on to core beliefs, getting #democracy back on track, overcoming this current maelstrom, a macro course correction, it's highly doable, inasmuch as, 'nothing stays the same' -- Heraclitus, 500 bce.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
Politicians always needed to: have efficient policies, fundraise & campaign long hrs., 'getting primaried' was part of the job, welcomed, because, if a primary couldn't be won, the candidate didn't deserve the office. Pols now feel entitled & run scared from the job description #primaried #campaign
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 28/06/2025
Reality about #leaks, always: leaked info is true, someone wanted it kept secret, for improper purpose, #leaker is never confirmed, #leak was soon to be obvious anyway, best way to keep embarrassment from being #leaked don't do the #leaky thing, and nothing is more boring than threatening #leakers 🩵
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
Looks like we're officially out of the funk, it took some weeks, though we're now moving onward with essential progress. Will be a bunch to bounce back from, but thankfully, we're very good bouncers.
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
#bluesky yes, there's a blue sky, just beyond the bismark, sure, parts of the palm can be thorny, its fronds may wither, but it's been growing strong as long as we've been in practice, could hit it with a truck at high speed, and it's not going anywhere, of course it needs water, like #democracy 💙
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Steady focus is very important, but can get grueling, whereby distractions can help, like when, pitchers and catchers report ⚾ #nyy @yankees #nyyankees @mlb @nyy
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Such lovely distractions, mystical melancholy baseball moments of yesteryear, some from a few scant weeks ago, touching holiday celebrations, always trying our best, family is everything, and so often, friends too ... 🎄 #family #happyholidays #friends #love #itsawonderfullife #friends #peace
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Goodbye, Juani Soto, Yanks can't hang their game on you, When you change with every new team, Still we're gonna miss you. #rubytuesday #yankees #newseason #aaronjudge #gerritcole #anthonyvolpe #giancarlostanton #jazzchisholm #haymeslaw #rollingstones #nyyankees #entertainmentdynamix #mlb
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Grateful, beyond wildest dreams, for the blessings, family, fatherhood, being able to assist people, many with nowhere to go, no one to turn to, the passion for creativity, storytelling, and love, wishing everyone the best, thank you, always #happythanksgiving
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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 18/11/2024
If you don’t know who Jay Graber is, you will. She’s the woman behind Blue Sky. Everyone’s talking about it. In just the past week, Bluesky’s user base has exploded, more than doubling to over 16 million as people scramble for an alternative to X, Facebook, and Threads. 🧵
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Keith Haymes @keithhaymes.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Rockets, moon shots, Spend it on the have-not's Money, we make it, Before we see it, you take it. Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) #lyrics #timeless #marvingaye #jamesnyxjr
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