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Mark Laporta

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 4h
I hope Michiganders elect Abdul El-Sayed to the Senate. He would be good for Michigan and good for the United States. robertreich.substack.com/p/senator-…
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Senator Abdul El-Sayed
He would be good for Michigan and good for the United States
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 11h
The moment Jack Smith realized Eric Schmitt was talking about the wrong game.
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Kaitlin Kal Lee @kaitlinkallee.bsky.social · 7h
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John Cocker @joecocker.bsky.social · 21h
On this day in 1872, a Czech Jewish woman was born. On the 2 Jul 1942 she was deported to Theresienstadt and on the 15 Oct 1942 to Treblinka extermination camp where she was most probably murdered on arrival. Her name was Adéla Baierová
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 8h
At a time when the most influential leaders of the U.S. need to stand up loudly and clearly for the rule of law, they are leading the charge in the opposite direction. But not Jack Smith. Kudos to him for continuing to be a much needed voice of clarity.
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Webanalyst @webanalyst.bsky.social · 11h
My take from the Smith hearings: To be a GOP senator today, you have to be a lying piece-of-shit, who puts loyalty to party & our lying piece-of-shit president, above their oaths to the Constitution & their obligations to tell the truth & do what rights to the American people! Repost if U agree
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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 10h
It's inconceivable to me how someone who lost in a free & fair election can incite an angry mob to attack his own government, (the very definition of treason) & be allowed to run for any office ever again.
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NPR @npr.org · 9h
The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to resume deportations of migrants to countries that are not identified in their removal orders. It also plans to hear full arguments on the case. n.pr/3U2Gnwh
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U.S. Supreme Court sides with Trump administration in third-country deportations
The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to resume deportations of migrants to countries that are not identified in their removal orders. It also plans to hear full arguments on the case.
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David Gura @davidgura.bsky.social · 9h
artificial intelligence: "the capability of computer systems or algorithms to imitate intelligent human behavior" superintelligence: "an entity that surpasses humans in overall intelligence or in some particular measure of intelligence" They're not synonymous.
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NPR @npr.org · 11h
Jaimie Bethea, a 21-year-old mass communication specialist, had been deployed on the USS Fort Lauderdale for more than 11 months. She died by suicide in June. n.pr/4ymLaYr
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A young sailor died by suicide. Her family blames health care gaps and long deployment
Jaimie Bethea, a 21-year-old mass communication specialist, had been deployed on the USS Fort Lauderdale for more than 11 months. She died by suicide in June.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 11h
WATCH: Stammering Billionaire class henchman Senator Brent Taylor makes it clear he'd be a rubber-stamp for Trump's war and has no answers for how to lower costs for Americans ( @justinjpearson.bsky.social : end the war, raise wages, #MedicareForAllNOW, etc.)
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Republicans Against Trumpism @rpsagainsttrump.bsky.social · 11h
Former special counsel Jack Smith: “Our investigation developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in serious crimes against our nation.”
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Kyle Griffin @kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 15h
Jack Smith: "History teaches that the rule of law is rarely destroyed all at once. It is often weakened by attacks on the institutions in the public servants sworn to uphold it. Since January of 2025, we have witnessed precisely such an effort."
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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 15h
@eggerdc.bsky.social and @billkristolbulwark.bsky.social live as they cover Jack Smith's testimony. Join their conversation:
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BREAKING: Jack Smith Comes Out Swinging in Hearing | Morning Shots
Join Andrew Egger and Bill Kristol LIVE as they cover the week's biggest stories.Get 60% off your first box of fresh, chef-crafted Tempo meals at https://tem...
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Aaron Parnas @aaronparnas.bsky.social · 15h
NEWS: Trump's 'grand conspiracy' criminal case is falling apart as his own lawyers launch mass exodus in defiance of DOJ. Jack Smith testifies and says that Trump engaged in serious crimes against the nation. 2 year olds forced to defend themselves without lawyers in immigration court. Subscribe:
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NEWS: Trump's 'Grand Conspiracy' Case is Collapsing, Jack Smith Outlines Trump’s Crimes, Kids Face Immigration Court Alone
Good morning.
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News to Remember @moments2remember.link · 15h
Republican strategists are signaling alarm bells as the party braces for potentially devastating losses in Iowa, a state that is crucial to the GOP and historically a stronghold for President Donald Trump....
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GOP Faces Devastating Defeat in Heart of Trump Territory
Republican strategists are signaling alarm bells as the party braces for potentially devastating losses in Iowa, a state that is crucial to the GOP and historically a stronghold for President Donald Trump. The warning comes amidst a burgeoning farm crisis that many attribute directly to Trump's policies. A top GOP campaign consultant remarked, “In Iowa, we should brace for losing everything, definitely the governor's race and maybe the Senate race and who knows what else.” This sentiment reflects the unease among Republican circles as they approach the upcoming elections.
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davidrlurie @davidrlurie.com · 15h
Can Democrats build a broad coalition like that FDR created in the 1930s, and remake the nation for the better? The exposure of the GOP's false promises, from Reagan to Trump - and the resulting growing public revulsion - offers a rare opportunity, as I discuss here.
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Will Democrats offer Americans a New New Deal?
A new social pact will be needed in the wake of Trump’s trail of ruin.
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 14h
From @theathletic.com: Tim Tebow said he has paused his relationship with Life Surge one day after an investigation laid out allegations that the Christian group has pressured people to hand over thousands of dollars for financial advice that didn’t pay off.
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Tim Tebow ‘pausing’ relationship with Life Surge following Pablo Torre report
Tebow is one of numerous Christian celebrities to speak at Life Surge events, which the group uses to promote financial literacy classes.
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The New Republic @newrepublic.com · 14h
"We did polling a few months ago where one in 10 people told us that they are selling their blood plasma just to make more money." trib.al/M8lBVcf
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Transcript: Trump Erupts in Panic as GOP Midterm Fears Grow: “Wipeout”
As Trump unravels on Truth Social and GOP alarm worsens, a progressive data researcher explains the deeper reasons voters are so dissatisfied right now—especially in red states with big Senate races.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 14h
John Kennedy keeps asking Jack Smith questions about his wife. Smith repeatedly tells him he's not going to talk about his family.
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Zeteo @zeteo.com · 14h
Republicans Are Running Away From Trump’s Iran War as Midterms Near GOP candidates in Iowa, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, Ohio, and Wisconsin say it’s time to end the war in Iran – though only one of them has started voting that way. Read now: zeteo.com/p/republican...
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Republicans Are Running Away From Trump’s Iran War as Midterms Near
GOP candidates in Iowa, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, Ohio, and Wisconsin say it’s time to end the war in Iran – though only one of them has started voting that way.
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Alex Rikleen formerly for Senate @rikleen.bsky.social · 15h
This clip from Katie Nolan on @pablo.show captures the vibe perfectly. It's been decades of stories where the villains and bad faith are obvious, but no one ever faces consequences.
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The New Republic @newrepublic.com · 16h
Turns out there is election fraud, after all. trib.al/YGlQX47
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Surprise! MAGA Candidate Convicted of Election Fraud
Turns out there is election fraud, after all.
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Emily Gorcenski @emily.gorcen.ski · 28/09/2026
Here’s the most incredible story you’ll read today. A small plane with four people aboard crashes in a field. Another pilot witnesses it. That pilot happens to be flying a bunch of skydivers. They offer to jump to assist, are given permission. The skydivers happen to be EMTs. Everyone survives.
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Skydivers alert emergency crews, assist after plane crashes near East Troy airport
Four people were aboard the single-engine plane when it went down in a cornfield near Carvers School Road in East Troy at about 1:30 p.m.
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News to Remember @moments2remember.link · 16h
During a press conference held in the Oval Office, President Donald Trump outlined a bold new strategy for the upcoming midterm elections, claiming that it revolves around what one expert has termed a "monumental scandal." This revelation has drawn significant attention from political analysts and…
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Trumps Bold Midterm Plan Relies on Shocking Scandal Unveiling
During a press conference held in the Oval Office, President Donald Trump outlined a bold new strategy for the upcoming midterm elections, claiming that it revolves around what one expert has termed a "monumental scandal." This revelation has drawn significant attention from political analysts and voters alike. Among the key announcements made by Trump was the plan for a substantial new steel mill to be constructed in Iowa.
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Dante Atkins @danteatkins.bsky.social · 16h
Republican closing argument: "we crashed the economy to start an unending war, re-elect us please"
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 16h
Mike Johnson: "This will be a battle between whether or not we're gonna keep the republic, or we're gonna break this thing down and go down this dark, dangerous road to Marxism"
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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 16h
Tragic...such innocents taken by the Trump goons...
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Ricky Davila @therickydavila.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
A reminder that KKK criminal Ken Paxton offered a 1 day prison sentence in Texas for a child rapist and a judge gave that rapist a 60 day sentence which ended up being reduced to 29 days for good behavior. Ken provides protection for pedophiles as well as crooks.
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 29/09/2026
Hundreds of millions around the world go hungry every day, and reaching as many as possible is a monumental task. to.pbs.org/4jr27Mz
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WFP official on addressing global hunger in face of wars and climate disasters
The United Nations recently announced a new executive director for the World Food Programme. Luke Lindberg was a Trump administration Agriculture Department official and inherits one of the UN's tough...
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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 29/09/2026
"So . . . how did that all turn out? I hope you’re sitting down." @adriancarrasquillo.bsky.social on Trump's turnaround on green cards for foreign students:
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Trump to Foreign Students: F*ck Off
Trump promised green cards for “the best and brightest”—but he’s making legal immigration a gauntlet of red tape, fees, and threats.
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 29/09/2026
Trump aims to open nearly all national forest trails to dirt bikes and ATVs. “It’s going to create a lot of conflict and confusion and animosity.”
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Trump aims to open nearly all national forest trails to dirt bikes and ATVs
"It’s going to create a lot of conflict and confusion and animosity."
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conifergirl.bsky.social @conifergirl.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
"The senator's complacent response to open allegations of bribery sends voters a very clear and disrespectful message," the editorial declared. ttps://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/susan-collins-gets-brutal-warning-210046010.html
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Susan Collins Gets a Brutal Warning From Home-State Paper
Embattled Maine Sen. Susan Collins has been accused of disrespecting voters ahead of the midterms. In a scathing editorial, the Portland Press Herald called out Collins, 73, over her handling of revel...
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 29/09/2026
OAN: "The GOP chair of the GA Peanut Commission backs Ossoff ... Donald Chase said Ossoff has his vote, adding he likes to support people he believes in. Chase said he's still a conservative R, but claims character matters, and he wants someone in the Senate who will take the institution seriously"
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Democracy Docket @democracydocket.com · 28/09/2026
Hundreds of thousands of Texas voters were not properly registered after a major error by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Subscribe to our free Democracy Docket newsletters to stay up to date on the latest voting rights news.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 28/09/2026
Jensen Huang: "We all need to hope it's an engineering problem. If it's not an engineering problem, it's not solvable."
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Kate @gaylekate.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🛑🛑🛑 THIS HAPPENED TWO YEARS AGO THESE GUYS WROTE ESSAYS AS PUNISHMENT FOR A GANG GRAPE THESE GUYS POSTED INVITES TO OTHER FRAT BROS TO JOIN: MATTHEW INGALL '27 JOHATHAN NEWELL '27 WINSTON LEE '27 GILLIO LOPEZ '27 DIEGO SARABIA '25 SCOTT NORRIS '26 SCOTT KRETZSCHMAR '26 youtu.be/coJVcvcJEmU?...
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CORNELL UNIVERSITY | GANG-R@PE AND KETAMINE
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Marcus SOBER 5 YEARS @papacitogordo.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Who thinks the United States Supreme Court is compromised?
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Here is what Democracy Docket is tracking today: Total Active Cases: 197 Active Voting Rights Cases: 160 Active Redistricting Cases:  37 Active Anti-Voting Cases: 78 Active Pro-Voting Cases: 82 Active DOJ Lawsuits: 29 www.democracydocket.com
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Democracy Docket
Democracy Docket is the leading digital news platform dedicated to information, analysis and opinion about voting rights and elections in the courts.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 28/09/2026
Mamdani: "To have a potential governor who embraces ICE and has gone so far as to create effectively a private militia in Nassau County, that is in many ways the antithesis of what people hope for is the future of the state, and yet that is exactly what Blakeman is offering."
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Michael Warburton @michaelwarburton.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
“I don’t think being good at things is the point of doing them.” How an Archeologist changed KURT VONNEGUT’s life.
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 28/09/2026
Last month, we refurbished 10 tennis courts in Crotona Park — the only public tennis courts in the Bronx with lights for night play. We stopped by recently to see how things were going. Thank you to NYJTL, USTA and Yonex for helping us deliver high-quality public spaces that New Yorkers deserve.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Still wondering why people are fed up with the system?
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
⛽️ Florida’s gas prices rose 18 cents last week before declining 6 cents through the weekend. On Sunday, the state average for a gallon of gas was $4.37. That’s $1.42 per gallon more than last year. The average driver is now paying $65 to fill their tank, as opposed to $44 at this time last year.
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Florida gas prices rose 18 cents last week
On Sunday, the state average for a gallon of gas was $4.37, according to NWS Melbourne.
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Hoodlum 🇺🇸 @nothoodlum.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Susan Collins has been lying to us for almost 30 years.
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The Epstein Files @pattytrelles.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Vote. Vote. Vote. 🗳️ Vote 🗳️ BLUE 🗳️ No matter who
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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 28/09/2026
NEW: Food banks across America are being overwhelmed by surging demand. Scott MacFarlane went inside to see the crisis firsthand. Here’s what he found:
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“They don’t understand the scale of the hunger!”- An unfolding crisis at the nation’s food banks
Weeks before the midterm elections, the cost crisis is hammering food pantries in red and blue states
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
The U.S. owes $40 trillion in debt. Everyone has an opinion about why. But there’s one question you almost never hear asked: Who’s actually getting paid?
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James Hughes @dystopian-fashion.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Why Can’t the Mainstream Media Say “Psychopathic Narcissist”? www.counterpunch.org/2026/09/25/w...
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Why Can’t the Mainstream Media Say “Psychopathic Narcissist”?
Narcissism: Marked by grandiosity, pride, arrogance, and a constant need for attention and admiration. Psychopathy: Characterized by high impulsivity,
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Jack Hopkins-The Original @therealjackhopkins.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Todd Blanche now says "one-sided news" is a national security threat worth barring the press over. That's not a legal standard. It's a viewpoint test. I didn’t go to law school…and didn’t need to, to know that the First Amendment exists to STOP government from judging which coverage is balanced.
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