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We do the right thing in life because it's the right thing, not because it's easy or brings profit. Compassion, kindness, love for our neighbor, standing up for the vulnerable and those without voice or power is the duty of all. Cruelty is wrong!

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Rep. Shontel Brown @repshontelbrown.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Ohio’s Labor Day legacy belongs to a local pioneer. In 1890, trailblazing Black lawmaker John Patterson Green introduced the bill that established the holiday statewide.
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 05/09/2026
When 3M scientist Kris Hansen discovered that a chemical the company produced was in the blood of the general public, her bosses questioned her work. Yet all along, some people inside the company had known the same thing. Listen to this excerpt:
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
A gift for Mike Dodgers on opening day. For the rest of us, GO BLUE!
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The Kyiv Independent @kyivindependent.com · 05/09/2026
⚡️Russian attacks kill 3, injure over 20 across Ukraine as Putin meets US envoys in Moscow. Kharkiv Oblast Governor Oleh Syniehubov said the strike killed nearly an entire family: a 19-year-old woman, an 11-year-old boy, and a 45-year-old man.
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Russian attacks kill 3, injure over 20 across Ukraine as Putin meets US envoys in Moscow
Kharkiv Oblast Governor Oleh Syniehubov said the strike killed nearly an entire family: a 19-year-old woman, an 11-year-old boy, and a 45-year-old man.
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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
The title really says it all.
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 04/09/2026
We identified the top 100 sprayers of the controversial weedkiller Roundup in California—a state that produces more than three-quarters of the nation’s fruits and nuts and nearly half of its vegetables. Check out our new searchable database to find out who’s at the top of the list. bit.ly/3SqKXDZ
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@GottaLaff @gottalaff.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Clear now, RFK Jr? “The child contracted measles, and measles caused the death of the child”
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Infant died of measles in Pennsylvania, coroner confirms
The Lancaster County coroner said he did not know if this death is one of the two disputed by federal health officials.
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Joe Walsh @walshfreedom.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
John Fetterman really ought to think about resigning. He’s just not doing the job of a United States Senator. Not even close. He’s not well. He needs help. He should resign.
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
The most dangerous person is the moron who thinks he knows everything with the ability to wreck the fortunes of a country and harm its people. We’ve had many bad presidents, but there was just nobody close to this bad.
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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
If John Fetterman hates being a senator so much he can always—and should—make his way to the nearest exit door. He is a public servant, not an indentured one. Bye!
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Legal AF @legalafmtn.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Popok: Ken Paxton has been in the public eye for decades, including because of a long-running securities-fraud case. He was indicted in 2015 on felony securities charges, which he denied...
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Mark Z. Jacobson @mzjacobson.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
This is how fast oil use can disappear China's reduction in oil consumption during first half of 2026 due to replacement of fossil vehicles with EVs exceeded the UK’s entire oil consumption during that period China’s CO2 emis fall Q226 due to plummeting oil use carbonbrief.org/analysis-chi...
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Analysis: China’s CO2 emissions fall in Q2 2026 due to plummeting oil use - Carbon Brief
China’s carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions fell by 1% in the second quarter of 2026, as oil consumption plummeted amid the strait of Hormuz crisis.
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NPR @npr.org · 05/09/2026
That's the grim assessment from the ground in the wake of the catastrophic flooding, which damaged or destroyed 7 health facilities, interrupted routine care and is affecting mental health. n.pr/4d2uCw5
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'The health system in Nepal is not prepared for this'
That's the grim assessment from the ground in the wake of the catastrophic flooding, which damaged or destroyed 7 health facilities, interrupted routine care and is affecting mental health.
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canyonbirds.bsky.social @canyonbirds.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
#FossilFriday
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Jen Rubin @jenrubin.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
a brave American stepped forward to disclose damning evidence of wrongdoing at the core of Trump’s effort to disrupt mail-in voting and rig the election. The courage required to bring such vital information to the public (and to the federal court in advance of Thursday’s hearing) is breathtaking.
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Undaunted
First amendment heroes
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 04/09/2026
Farmers impacted by the severe storms that swept through Kankakee and surrounding counties in March can now access USDA loans. Our ag community is vital to Illinois and our economy — we'll continue working to ensure they have the resources and relief they need to recover.
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Harry Litman @harrylitman.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
As expected, Judge Talwani grants preliminary injunction in USPS mail in voting case. Though it would be hyper-technical, potentially moots the administration’s emergency appeal, which was of the TRO, even though arguments would be unchanged.
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 05/09/2026
"As Hegseth was bragging about his “kinetic strikes” on narco-terrorist vessels and then launching the attack on Iran, I began to realize that the secretary’s determination to eradicate “woke” from the US military tracks consistently with Doug Wilson’s teaching of a warrior-like Christian faith."
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Pete Hegseth dreams of holy war. Meet his spiritual adviser.
Doug Wilson preaches iron discipline and male dominance. One of his disciples runs the Pentagon.
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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 04/09/2026
Another win for Illinois. Our state welcomed 115 million visitors in 2025, generating $88 billion in economic impact — a record-breaking increase from 2024. Delivering benefits to communities all the while showcasing what makes us a world-class destination.
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Abdul El-Sayed @abdulelsayed.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
A tornado hit Detroit's East Side last night so we came out to assess the damage and check in on the community. To support residents who need water, food, and batteries to get through the next few days, go to: afterthestormmi.org
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Oaths Matter @oathsmatter.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
WTAF 33 Democrats voted for an act that denies Universities the right to boycott Israel and they call it Academic Freedom?!?! H.R. 4795: Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026. These 33 Democrats chose allegiance to Israel over our civil rights and freedoms: substack.com/@oathsmatter...
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WTAF 33 Democrats voted for an act that denies Universities the right to boycott / refuse to do business with Israel and they call it Academic Freedom?!?! H.R. 4795: Protect Economic and Academic Free...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Uber just announced it will lay off 10% of its workforce, or around 3,300 workers. Last year, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi made $35M — 360 times his median employee's pay — and announced a $20B stock buyback program to further enrich shareholders and himself. Textbook corporate greed.
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keven-pittsinger.bsky.social @keven-pittsinger.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
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SARS‑CoV‑2 (COVID-19) @covid19disease.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🚨 BREAKTHROUGH: 18-Year-Old Mia Heller From Virginia, USA, Invents a Water Filter That Eliminates 96% of Microplastics From Drinking Water
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M Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
NO 👇 LIES DETECTED.......
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Jen Rubin @jenrubin.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
"if you don't cut rates I'm going to end trade".... has got to be one of the most inane threats he's made. Kevin Warsh: Karma, man. Karma.
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conifergirl.bsky.social @conifergirl.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
From Robin Rouby-Progressive Cartoons
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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Diesel prices have officially hit a record high.
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
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Rep. LaMonica McIver @replamonica.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
This is bigger than me, it's not just about members of Congress either. This case I am battling is about who can be targeted by this administration for speaking out and standing up to the Trump administration's cruelty.
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LaMonica McIver weighs her next move
Plus: Inside the week ahead in the House, Clyburn backs Supreme Court expansion to 13 justices, Senate Republicans target mifepristone access and Talarico goes negative on Paxton for the first time.
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ℝ𝕖𝕓𝕖𝕝𝕓𝕝𝕦𝕖 @rebelb1ue.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Guilty as charged.
Comic of mother and son talking to teacher 

"Your son was caught applying logic to another child's core beliefs."
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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
ICE plans to spend as much as $2 million on Boston Dynamics robot “dogs” for ICE operations. Because apparently what immigration enforcement was missing was robot dogs.
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Forecast Record | Acquisition Planning Forecast System
Forecast of future DHS opportunities
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
RFK Jr and Brooke Rollins having oversight of our food supply along with toilet paper prices going up from the trade war with Canada feels like a perfect storm.
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Allison Gill @muellershewrote.com · 29/08/2026
Governor Lee has announced a partnership to name the Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton. www.tn.gov/governor/new...
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Gov. Lee Announces Partnership to Name Nashville International Airport in Honor of Dolly Parton
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Nashville International Airport®, also known as BNA®, announced their intent to name BNA in honor of Dolly Parton, creating a lasting tribute ...
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The Contrarian @contrariannews.org · 28/08/2026
LIVE from the National Mall: Thousands are gathered to celebrate the 63rd anniversary of The March on Washington with a renewed call to defend the vote. Justice is an ongoing fight. We are marching for those who marched before us, and for those who come after us.
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Mike Johnson really has them working hard for you, America.
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 28/08/2026
People who’ve worked on U.S. government vaccination programs fear that kids in America will wind up fighting for their lives against preventable infections. “I don’t think I imagined it could or would be this bad,” said a former CDC vaccine leader.
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Measles Used to Be in Our Rearview Mirror. Now Cases Are Reaching Record Highs.
In other parts of the world that have let their guard down to vaccine-preventable diseases, long-forgotten scourges have roared back and killed and disabled children.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
My Latest: This week proved once again that the closer we get to elections, the faster courts must move to protect voting rights. newsletters.democracydocket.com/the-week-mai...
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The week mail-in voting was on the clock
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 28/08/2026
Newborn baby Malachi, whose parents belong to a faith-healing sect that doesn’t believe in medical care, died of preventable and treatable conditions. Thirteen months later, their next newborn, Liam, died from the same things.
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These Children’s Deaths Were Preventable. Their Parents Prayed Instead of Seeking Medical Care.
For decades, Idaho laws have allowed parents who belong to the Followers of Christ and other faith-healing sects to pray rather than seek medical care. Since 2015, at least 15 children have died of tr...
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Angry @angrystaffer.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
It’s been almost 90 days since the American people have seen or heard from Mitch McConnell. We’re still paying his salary.
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
People aren’t reacting to what is happening in their communities because of Chinese communists. The tech oligarchs who favor data centers own and control media companies, social media platforms, and politicians like Ted.
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Brian Tyler Cohen @briantylercohen.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
British former Trump supporter Milo Yiannopoulos has been arrested by ICE. His mugshot was just released. www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
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MapQuest @mapquest.com · 27/08/2026
We’re not changing it.
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 28/08/2026
“I kept begging for a divorce, and he’d threaten to kill my children.” “I was in a very abusive, sick relationship.” These women were imprisoned for crimes that stemmed from their abuse. A new law offered them a second chance. (Published February w/ @nytimes.com)
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They Were Convicted of Killing Their Abusers. A New Law Offered a Second Chance at Freedom.
An Oklahoma law was supposed to help reduce the sentences of women who killed their abusers. Why are nearly all of them still in prison?
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Legal AF @legalafmtn.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Adam Klasfeld of All Rise News joins Popok from outside the court house for a post hearing breakdown on today’s Kennedy Center hearing!
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Adam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 28/08/2026
Today, I have a special report for you all. After speaking out about the conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, our inboxes were flooded with messages from individuals deployed overseas in difficult conditions. Below is an anonymous Q&A with one of those individuals. (Link in reply)
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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 28/08/2026
NEWS: Fed Chair Warsh warns inflation “is still quite elevated” and says the “underlying trends” have not “meaningfully improved.” Warsh hinted at possible rate hikes but did not commit to any forward guidance.
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Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 28/08/2026
In this episode of The Briefing, Michael Waldman explains the Supreme Court’s action on Trump’s executive order on mail voting and tells us what comes next. Watch: bit.ly/4zKpCGo
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Clearing the Confusion on the Supreme Court and Mail Voting
This week, the Supreme Court issued a ruling on Donald Trump’s executive order on mail voting. Headlines suggested that the justices had given Trump a green ...
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Because of course.
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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
A federal appeals court has ruled that states can regulate prediction markets like gambling, dealing a major blow to the booming industry
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States can regulate prediction markets as gambling, federal appeals court rules | CNN Business
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that states can regulate prediction markets like gambling, dealing a major blow to the booming industry.
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