Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeWILLIAM😎 @williamstlucia.bsky.social · 12hTHESE GO☭ senators are not even serious human beings about their jobs. Everything's a game with them 088
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMadGreek 🧿 @madgreek2024.bsky.social · 9hWhat did we learn today? That Jack Smith is a Caitlin Clack fan and that Senator Eric Schmitt is a dirtbag! The senator mistook the Atlanta Hawks for the Iowa Hawkeyes and tried to accuse Jack Smith of perjury. Epic fail. I'm still a fan of Jack Smith. A real American patriot. 🇺🇸 23266001723
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeOmg. WTF is Happening? @lalahaenzy.bsky.social · 4hOur government is currently being run by an organized crime syndicate. You knew that. As of now, deportations are allowed while the SCOTUS deliberates on how horrific they can make life for immigrants & their families. They’re ok with bringing in other countries to help with the torture #Pinkspbs.orgSupreme Court lets Trump continue deporting people to 3rd countries while justices consider policyUnder a series of often-secret agreements, the Trump administration has deported some 25,000 people to more than two dozen countries, including Liberia and Guyana. 85752
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeUnited Farm Workers @ufw.bsky.social · 5hCA law requires employers to provide tools unless workers earn double min. wage. Many growers and contractors ignore the law despite farm workers making far less. With a union contract they can stand up to the bosses. Make your donation today. act.seiu.org/a/tools?ms=b... #WeFeedYouact.seiu.orgA UFW union contract can stop farm workers being ripped off by growersCA law requires employers to provide tools unless workers earn double min. wage. Many growers and contractors ignore the law despite farmworkers making far less. With a union contract they can stand u... 013756
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeRoseMarie @rosesbloom24.bsky.social · 7hFeminists on the internet are erupting in rage and recognition after a former Cornell University student filed a lawsuit alleging she was pressured to take ketamine and was subsequently gang-raped for seven hours at a Cornell fraternity house. msmagazine.com/2026/09/28/t...msmagazine.com'To Catch a Predator' at CornellA Cornell student’s lawsuit has sparked feminist outrage and raised questions about why survivors so need public pressure to make institutions act. 13321
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeRepublicans Against Trumpism @rpsagainsttrump.bsky.social · 4hThe Trump administration used federal funds from U.S. Customs and Border Protection to fund pro-Trump TV ads that began airing last week—WSJ 1416262
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeEli Savit @esavit.bsky.social · 5hThe race for Attorney General is fundamentally a job application process in which candidates are vying to be your lawyer. It’s not about me. Not about my opponent. It’s about you—and who’s going to fight for you against even the most powerful of interests. 0119
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAdam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 4hSen. Eric Schmitt was so overzealous to try and get Jack Smith, a good and honest man who has done great work, that Schmitt embarrassed himself by accusing Smith of going to the wrong basketball game. You can't make this stuff up. And right wing media will pretend it never happened. 39161611705
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAbdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 5hI'm profoundly against this depraved record and want to do the exact opposite: pass Medicare for All.metrotimes.comMike Rogers voted against children’s health coverage over and over - Detroit Metro TimesMike Rogers repeatedly voted against efforts to expand health insurance for children of working families. 8252921805
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeIndivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 5hDoorDash isn't shy about using their lobbying power to get what they want, but when it comes to their drivers being gunned down by ICE, they're silent. Join us in demanding DoorDash speak out against ICE violence and push for Wilber's immediate release: share.indvs.org/tool... 725482
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeTelecomOne @telecomone.bsky.social · 14h“I will not be silenced by the continued threats of prosecution from the president or others.” “Our investigation developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in serious crimes against our nation.” -Jack Smith Sept. 29, 2026 4488143
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 15hJack Smith: "History teaches that the rule of law is rarely destroyed all at once. It's often weakened by attacks on the institutions and the public servants sworn to uphold it. Since January 2025, we have witnessed precisely such an effort." 636254228793
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeGarrett M. Graff @vermontgmg.bsky.social · 9hFBI Director Kash Patel this week has faced the worst data breach in FBI history, a deputy who quit because Patel was doing too many unconstitutional things, and partied with a suspected double agent. And it's only Tuesday. www.doomsdayscenario.co/p/the-disgra...doomsdayscenario.coThe Disgrace and Danger of Kash Patel, Part IIA quick check-in on the FBI director's latest raft of scandals (including, of course, the bestiality). 281152415
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 12hSo it turns out that when Eric Schmitt thought Jack Smith snuck off for a secret meeting to conspire with Fani Willis he was actually in Maryland watching Caitlin Clark play basketball. 1794058632
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMolly Jong-Fast @mollyjongfast.bsky.social · 6hTalked to @stuartpstevens.bsky.social youtu.be/SSDsrx025yM?...youtu.beJack Smith DETROYS Trump's Act w/ Stuart StevensYouTube video by Fast Politics w/ Molly Jong-Fast 9430104
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMark Jacob @markjacob.bsky.social · 14hSen. John Kennedy made an ass of himself at the Jack Smith hearing. He asked Smith if he believed in the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny. He asked Smith about the disappearance of union boss Jimmy Hoffa in 1975. Smith remained polite while this asshat performed his reprehensible routine. 1001142246
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeRichard Wayne Bowling @rchrdwynbwlngk100.bsky.social · 5hWhy did Eric Schmitt fuck up his gotcha moment so badly? No one involved considered the possibility that Jack Smith attended a women’s basketball game. A MAGAt undone by misogyny. Not at all surprising. 1082932549
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeChristian Petersen @iwantyoustudio.bsky.social · 11hThe same people who's mantra was "back the blue" immediately pivoted to "back the blue...except the ones trying to stop an insurrection at the Capitol, fuck those guys." This was the moment that confirmed that MAGA is a cult, choosing violent criminals over police officers. All for their leader. 211829
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 12hGOP Sen. Eric Schmitt accused Jack Smith of perjury, claiming he had evidence Smith secretly went to an Atlanta Hawks game. Then it all backfired in real-time.meidasnews.comGOP Senator’s Jack Smith ‘Gotcha’ Blows Up in His FaceEric Schmitt accused Jack Smith of perjury over supposed evidence placing him at an Atlanta Hawks game. There was just one problem: It was the Iowa Hawkeyes. 906103552755
Reposted by Laurie Kuhnke🌊 DudeTheyreOnToMe 24:7🌊 @dancinginthestreet.bsky.social · 8hSenator Schmitt: What I meant to ask, now that you have exposed my ignorance is… have you ever hawked a loogie… for example after listening to me speak?static.klipy.comHawk Tuah Girl InterviewALT: Hawk Tuah Girl Interview 062
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 10hTrump: "We're gonna be signing a document today renaming artificial intelligence, because it's not artificial. We're gonna be naming it Super Intelligence. Officially renaming it." 592667150
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAriana Figueroa @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social · 8hGOP senator bungles accusation against former special counsel Jack Smith in heated hearing Story by @ashleymurray.bsky.social www.newsfromthestates.com/article/gop-...newsfromthestates.comGOP senator bungles accusation against former special counsel Jack Smith in heated hearingWASHINGTON — Former special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday defended before a U.S. Senate panel his past investigations of President Donald Trump’s possession of classified documents and alleged role in... 185
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeChristopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 8hAshley Hinson voted for the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” CBO now projects the law will mean 13.1 MILLION fewer Medicaid enrollees by 2035, while cutting Medicaid spending by about $1.2 TRILLION over the decade. That vote has consequences. #GOPWarOnHealthcare 18417247
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeJules⚖️📨 @northjules.bsky.social · 8hSenator Cory Booker blasts Republicans for this ridiculous display with Jack Smith. #Pinks ⚖️ 33672335
Reposted by Laurie Kuhnkerbsnst.bsky.social @rbsnst.bsky.social · 10h@booker.senate.gov Senator Schmitt just perjured himself during Jack Smith hearing…….who is holding him to account for PUTTING UP A LIE as a basis for a question of Jack Smith? Can you seek a sanction or censure? What he did was UNACCEPTABLE. It is contributing to the DEGRADATION OF THE SENATE. 074
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeJames @gravitysra1nbow.bsky.social · 9hDo we seriously have to do Maoist newspeak every single time an 80 year old posts his idiotic ideas on the internet. It has been AI since before I was even born. Can literally anyone have a shred of dignity. 1142781441
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeJust a Dad 📎 @dadmakingcans.bsky.social · 8hEric Schmidt’s patently false accusations against Jack Smith today in a senate hearing should be grounds for censure and Missourians are complicit in his vile actions throughout his tenure as their elected representative. Shameful Missouri Republican representatives is a hallmark of Missouri! 055
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 8hThe internet is erupting in mockery after Eric Schmitt’s spectacular Jack Smith faceplant. Now people are openly speculating: Did his team plant the glowing 2028 story AND coordinate with MAGA influencers in advance, expecting a victory lap that blew up in their faces?meidasnews.comEric Schmitt Gets Mercilessly Mocked Over ‘Planted’ Story After Jack Smith FaceplantA glowing 2028 scoop dropped just before Schmitt’s disastrous “gotcha,” while right-wing influencers appeared ready to celebrate. After it blew up, the internet noticed. 1541980545
Reposted by Laurie Kuhnketnycruzr @tnycruzr.bsky.social · 9hRespectfully. Here's the link to watch Jack Smith's testimony in its entirety. www.youtube.com/live/FdAjPKq...youtube.comFmr. Special Counsel Jack Smith Testifies on Allegations of Targeting GOP LawmakersYouTube video by C-SPAN 1149
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMystic Muse @cloudrider53.bsky.social · 10hMerrick Garland was denied a SCOTUS seat &made up for it by disgracing himself and the Justice Department. Make no mistake, our DOJ under Biden failed hugely by not moving quicker with JAN6 charges against Trump. Our nation’s history would have been vastly different with Trump in jail! 304521
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAnthony Michael Kreis @anthonymkreis.bsky.social · 8hCan’t do student loan relief. Can’t mandate vaccines. Can’t help home owners. Can commit human rights abuses. 10544136
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAdam Rifkin 🐼 @ifindkarma.bsky.social · 06/07/2026“It is time to acknowledge what has become tragically obvious: The Trump [regime] is essentially acting as a massive criminal enterprise. It lies, steals, extorts, and murders — all while cloaked in awesome authority…” James Speyer, Most Powerful Crime Syndicate In History Archive: archive.is/T1sGwnydailynews.comThe most powerful crime syndicate in historyIt is time to acknowledge what has become tragically obvious: the Trump administration is essentially acting as a massive criminal enterprise. It lies, steals, extorts and murders — all while cloaked ... 14489169
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeThe Fighting Liberal Texan🌈🌊💙🦋Congress Switchboard 202-224-3121 @fightingliberal.bsky.social · 11hCornell rape scandal proves women’s safety is never the priority The New York state prosecutors have decided to finally look into 2024 gang rape allegations.dailykos.comCornell rape scandal proves women’s safety is never the priorityThe New York state prosecutors have decided to finally look into 2024 gang rape allegations. 088
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeRep. Justin J. Pearson @justinjpearson.bsky.social · 11hIn Shelbyville, a resident told me he hadn't voted in the 26 years he's lived in TN. This year, he is voting for me. That is an absolute honor. These votes are not simply votes for me; they are votes for OUR mission to take Tennessee to the top! votejustinj.com 431780
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeJohnathan Perkins @johnathanperk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Few months ago, UCLA illegally fired me as DEI Director. Why? Bc I spoke truth about this bigoted piece of dog sh*t after he died. Now, my loving 2-dog 2-cat pack and I need your help making ends meet, til my lawyers reach a fair resolution against UCLA: www.gofundme.com/f/waiting-for-justice-auvzc 32530141035
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeThom Hartmann @hartmannreport.com · 9hFrom Harding’s trickle-down promises to Hoover’s prosperity pitch to Reagan’s tax cut hustle to Trump’s factory announcements, Republicans have a long history of pushing scams before Election Day… hartmannreport.com/p/trump-has-...hartmannreport.com 37336
Reposted by Laurie Kuhnkeemptywheel @emptywheel.bsky.social · 14hHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH. HAHAHAHAHAH. Eric Schmitt just accused Jack Smith of lying about going to an Atlanta Hawk's basketball game. Smith went to see the Iowa Hawkeyes. 30257821075
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeKevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 9hJudging by a quick look at Twitter, the right has decided just to pretend that Eric Schmitt did not, in fact, just shoot himself in the dick and that he totally owned Jack Smith. 571418205
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeKevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 9hAs someone else noted (sorry, can’t find it now) it really feels like there was a coordinated campaign to boost Schmitt today, with the Axios piece floating him as Vance’s VP setting up his big gotcha attempt at the hearing. They just ignored the fuckup and moved to stage three congratulating him. 3870167
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeAbdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 10h🍏Toxins out of our food 🧑🌾Farmers first, not chemical companies ❌Break up corporate concentration in agriculture 💧Clean water, guaranteed 🍽️School meals that nourish 💸Public dollars should buy public health ⚕️Food as medicine ⚖️Accountability for polluters, not immunity 12860321787
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 9hCan't recall ever seeing anything quite like this during a Congressional hearing. And I've been in and around politics for 50 years. 42867701631
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMarc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 9h🚨BREAKING: The Republican National Committee (RNC) is piloting a training program for Wisconsin election observers to identify discrepancies with voting machines, as the GOP piles additional scrutiny on voting processes in the swing state. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...democracydocket.comGOP trained Wisconsin election observers to target voting machines in pivotal swing stateThe new RNC program appears to mark an escalation from typical poll watching activities. 33501283
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeSherrod Brown @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social · 16hNEW AD: Listen to this sh*t. 31474602293
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 10h🚨 BREAKING: Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa has filed an official request to inspect unredacted communications between Gov. Greg Abbott’s office and Elon Musk after roughly 1,400 pages released last year were heavily redacted as “intimate and embarrassing.” 11371112325
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeMother Jones @motherjones.com · 9hAs Republicans face competitive midterm races, Iowa farmers sound the alarm over soaring costs. Trump says the polls showing tight races are “fake.” motherjones.comTrump says the polls are “fake.” Iowa farmers say they’re “bleeding money.”As Republicans face competitive midterm races, Iowa farmers sound the alarm over soaring costs. 158630
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeUppity Black Woman @uppityblackwoman.bsky.social · 9hTammy Dawn Waller, 63, filed the complaint on Sept. 15 against Copper Cellar Corporation and its owner, Mike Chase, 79, according to documents obtained by Atlanta Black Star. She accuses them of racial discrimination and a wegotthiscovered.com/news/steakho...wegotthiscovered.comSteakhouse owner told his biracial general manager she was too ‘black’ to work there. Then she sues him hard: ‘humiliated’Forty years on the job apparently wasn’t enough 122
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeSenator Amy Klobuchar @klobuchar.senate.gov · 11hBefore calling someone a “dirtbag,” the Senator should have had his facts straight. An apology is in order. Glad one of us knew the difference between the Atlanta Hawks and the Iowa Hawkeyes! 2092199515102
Reposted by Laurie Kuhnke"Online Rent-a-Sage" Bret Devereaux @bretdevereaux.bsky.social · 11hThe angry response is what comes out so clearly to me - normal people, if they're caught out mistaking the Hawks for the Hawkeyes are going to be embarrassed and apologetic, but Schmitt's response is volcanic 'how dare you' anger. Just manifest low character, frankly. 1153461
Reposted by Laurie KuhnkeSahil Kapur @sahilkapur.bsky.social · 12hKlobuchar: “For a US senator to have false information and imply, based on a confusion about the name of a team … and imply that you were in another city, that you were somehow involved that day in what was happening in Georgia, and then call you a dirtbag, is something that deserves an apology.” 783478609