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Retired in the UK; politics, esp. UK & USA, Ukraine, Gaza/Israel; worried & concerned world citizen, nature lover and knowledge geek. #woke #DEI #lgbtqia+ #antifa #nocrypto #MeidasMighty 🐸 💙 📎 No begging requests, I follow back as a courtesy. NO DMs!

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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 6h
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Today in Politics, Bulletin 471. 10/1/26
… Renee Good’s partner and family have filed two lawsuits stemming from her death - one against at the ICE agent who shot her and a several senior Trump admin officials, the other against the federal ...
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 6h
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Read TIME’s ‘What Trump Has Built’ Interview Transcript
The U.S. President discussed the war in Iran, press freedom, AI, and more ahead of the midterm elections.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 6h
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Why top Texas election denier Ken Paxton could cause chaos if he loses his Senate race
Ken Paxton has election interference tools and he’s proven his willingness to use them. But legal experts are confident that courts are up to the task of protecting the will of the voters.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 6h
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Georgia court dismisses lawsuit seeking to block Fulton County absentee ballot drop-off policy
A Georgia judge Thursday dismissed a lawsuit that sought to block a Fulton County absentee ballot drop-off policy.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 6h
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GOP-controlled Georgia election board asks DOJ to declare state’s voting machines illegal
The request represents a major assault on the state's voting system by unelected state officials.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 6h
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Trump judge dismisses challenge to strict Florida voter registration law as ‘manufactured by meddlers’
In a loss for voters, a federal judge dismissed a challenge to a Florida voter registration policy that civil rights groups say disproportionately impacts people of color.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 7h
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DOD tells senator it has ‘no plan’ for troops at polls. But she has ‘no idea what Trump will do’
“I take that as a positive sign,” Slotkin said. “[I] still have no idea what Trump will do."
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 7h
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New Jersey GOP operative, pardoned by Trump, accused of scheming to purge Democratic voters ahead of midterms
At the center of the controversy is George Gilmore, who holds two influential positions in Ocean County. He chairs both the county Board of Elections and the Ocean County GOP.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 7h
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Exclusive: Trump administration removes resources to help U.S. citizens born abroad vote
The move could make it harder for a small but significant group of American citizens abroad to understand their voting rights. It’s part of a sweeping attack by the administration on access to the bal...
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 7h
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Reflecting Pool Prosecution Dismissed PERMANENTLY! Live with Glenn Kirschner
Here are some quick takeaways and analysis about the dismissal of David Hearn’s case “with prejudice.”
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 7h
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Trump loses the economy as Republicans scramble to save Texas
The David Pakman Show - October 1, 2026
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 9h
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Why Aren't the Epstein Files More of a Priority for Democrats Ahead of the Midterms?
A recording from Ellie Leonard and THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali's live video
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 9h
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IN YOUR BACKYARD: The People vs. Dirty Air
In the third installment of In Your Backyard, Luke Radel talks to two people hurt by the Trump administration’s rollback of pollution protections, and a member of Congress shaping the fight ahead.
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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 12h
Subverting democracy isn't new to John Roberts, Brett Kavanaugh, or Amy Coney Barrett. All three were on George W. Bush's "Florida Recount Team," which lay the groundwork for stopping vote counting in Florida—and Bush v. Gore, the politically-motivated SCOTUS decision that gave Bush the election.
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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 11h
Turnabout is fair play... grab 'em by the paycheck.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 10h
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If Democrats take Congress, is there any real appetite to impeach and convict Trump?
Trump was impeached twice in his first term but never removed by the Senate. We asked 7 Democratic Senators what they’d do if they had the chance again.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 11h
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Judge shields Olympian from another ‘meritless, politically driven’ case
David Hearn’s case was dismissed with prejudice on Thursday.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 11h
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Some incredible news about Pay Attention
Pay Attention is officially a New York Times Bestseller, and I have all of you to thank.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 13h
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MeidasDefense Ukraine Update 1OCT26
A recording from The Ken Harbaugh Show's live video
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 14h
Lawyers are on the front lines of the fight to protect our democracy. Right now, @wetheaction.bsky.social is recruiting lawyers who are willing to volunteer their time to defend voting rights. Join them: wetheaction.us/guide
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 14h
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The DEFIANT Weekly LIVE
Jo Joins BDD on his show to spill the tea on the drama with Melania
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 14h
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Thursday’s Daily Dose: Drones Up & Congress Out
Generals, judges & Congress clocking out
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 14h
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Blanche targets federal judges in Minnesota: Live with Andrew Weissmann
A recording from Adam Klasfeld's live video
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 14h
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Thou Shalt Put Hegseth In Prison For His War Crimes
Dear Humans,
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Collateral Damage @coldamage.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Another Palestinian journalist, Muhammad Al Najjar, was killed in #Gaza today by Israel, bringing the number to journalists killed there to 263. @pressfreedom.bsky.social @penamerica.bsky.social @ifjglobal.bsky.social your Zionist donors won't be able to wash your legacy of silence. #GazaHolocaust
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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 16h
🚨 BREAKING: The family of Renee Good and her partner, Rebecca Good, have filed two federal lawsuits over Good’s January killing by ICE agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis. 1/
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 15h
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Dignity in Dying @dignityindying.org.uk · 30/09/2026
We are deeply saddened by the death of Dame Esther Rantzen. A true force of nature, Dame Esther fought throughout her life for people’s rights, and latterly for dying people who needed more choice and compassion. Our heartfelt condolences are with her family and loved ones.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 16h
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Loading…My next chapter.
Help build it with me.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 17h
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EXPOSED: The Russian Network Surrounding Trump’s Inner Circle — Part Two
The family was only the beginning. From campaign officials to advisers and envoys, follow the documented Russian connections that keep intersecting with Trump’s world.
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Xela Hart @xelahart.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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M Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 18h
Collins Nails Jennings.......👏🏻
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 17h
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7 things you need to know before you start your day
10/1 | The seven stories worth your time. Minus the noise.
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Global Justice Now @globaljusticenow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
WE SAY NO TO PALANTIR 🙅‍♂️ We and 120+ organisations and unions across Europe are calling on our governments and the European Commission to scrap all existing public sector contracts with Palantir. Read the open letter here: www.globaljustice.org.uk/wp-content/u...
Text reads: 120+ organisations and unions across Europe call on governments and the European Commission to SCRAP Palantir contracts. Palantir provides support to warmongers, drains our public wealth, deepens our dependence on tech billionaires. WE SAY NO TO PALANTIR.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 19h
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DAY AHEAD - My Daily Editorial Note
October 1, 2026
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 19h
UK Newspapers 1st October 2026 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Israel's 9/11 stopped' and 'That was a great life'
Many of the papers are leading on the passengers who helped prevent a possible plane hijacking of a flight bound for Israel.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 19h
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Judge orders Trump DOJ to produce boat strikes memo
The secret memo justifying strikes that killed 234 people inches closer to public release. Also: Blanche goes after Minnesota judges.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 20h
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WHILE THE WORLD LOOKED AWAY, NEPAL SPOKE
While the media debated distractions, Nepal’s Prime Minister stood before the United Nations General Assembly and delivered a warning from the roof of the world.
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
25th Amendment? We can’t even get network news to air it or even mention it. It’s a massive national media coverup to hide the fact the we have an addled president.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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EXPOSED: The Russian Network Surrounding the Trump Family
From Moscow in the 1980s to Putin’s inner circle today, I connected the documented relationships—and this map is only the beginning.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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SENATE SHITSHOW!
BFD Live
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Mentions on Fox shows of the very newsworthy confrontation between Schmitt and Jack Smith: Ingraham (7-8pm): 0 Watters (8-9): 0 Hannity (9-10): 0 Gutfeld (10-11): 0 Fox & Friends this AM: 0
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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New Details: Assassins Were Indicted. Very Likely, I Was Their Target.
An update in Putin’s murder plot on American soil.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Lemon LIVE at 5: The Los Angeles Mayor on the Fight to Keep Her Job
A recording from Don Lemon's live video
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear case on expanded voting hours during Election Day disruptions
The DNC is asking the justices to clarify whether Wisconsin courts can extend voting hours when election-day problems threaten voters’ constitutional right to vote.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Could Trump take over voting by declaring a ‘national emergency’?
Advocates agree such an attempt would be blatantly unconstitutional but still worry that such an emergency order could suppress voting nonetheless.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Pro-voting group prepares hundreds of volunteers to monitor Texas voting
With Texans facing more than their share of potential hurdles in this year’s midterm elections, pro-voting groups are hard at work preparing to back them up at the polls.
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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South Carolina voters with disabilities lose key mail voting challenge
Voters with disabilities last year challenged South Carolina laws that make it more difficult for them to vote, arguing that state statutes violated the Voting Rights Act. The laws that will now remai...
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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GOP voter ID bill falls short in Senate
The floor stunt attempted to give Republicans facing tough reelection fights something to campaign on as voters sour on the GOP’s willingness to acquiesce to Trump on artificial intelligence, the war ...
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Black Pearl (Slava Ukraini!) @ndperels2.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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GOP lawyer seeks to disenfranchise ‘albino unicorn’ overseas voters
“I call it the ‘Papa was a Rolling Stone’ standard," the lawyer said.
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