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@pqw16.bsky.social
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Retired CPA and Tax Professor. Avid hiker and traveler. Modern quilter and bag maker. Lover of democracy, inclusion, gay rights, civil rights, and saving the planet for our children and grandchildren.

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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Sadly can’t read the story without signing up. Unfortunate change in the MSNOW policies.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
I don’t care about the order. I only care that the news is truthful, well researched, and verified through trusted sources. Sadly this is missing in most of the mainstream media these days.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Not defending the congressman here but it amazes me that this administration will go after anything that demeans a potential political threat, but allows the Natalie Harp situation to continue without blinking an eye. Has anyone even vetted her for possible national security risks?
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Excellent article. The main stream media’s continued focus on the negotiations rather than the true cost of this war of choice is lulling people into complacency and believing the US will ‘win’. The independent media is doing the heavy lifting in seeking the truth. Help them get the message out.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Each person can judge whether trespassing to take kids to the beach was right or wrong. But despite all the press coverage on both sides then, the problem of private control of the shoreline persists today
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Ned Coll’s Revitalization Corps was Hartford’s version of the Bobby Kennedy Movement. At the time, they bussed mostly Black kids from Hartford’s North End to the shoreline to enjoy the beach. Racist horror of having these Black children on their private beach ensued. But the press told the story.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
So tired of all the abusers in this administration. It’s a disgrace. Thank you for sticking up for all women who have been abused. We need more powerful voices.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
True but I think the larger value is the pushback by two Republicans in very public view over a couple of days in the news cycle. Hopefully these slight cracks will grow.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Sometimes it is best to exit when you’re on top. It’s possible she’s convinced she can save the show. Sadly once viewers lose faith in the reporting in a news show, it’s almost impossible to salvage it.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
I’m a strong MS NOW supporter but the blurb ‘who refuses to slow down’ rubbed me the wrong way. It seems like MS NOW was caving to sugarcoat the president’s health issues. The article is fine, but I’m hoping this isn’t an indication that MS NOW is succumbing to the pressure to bend the truth.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
If it is illegal for the president to go to war without the approval of Congress, then isn’t this an illegal order that the military code requires the military to refuse to follow?
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Excellent article.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
CBS News as my go to for news starting in the 1950s. Then Norah O’Donnell took over the evening news and I realized then that CBS had chosen to normalize the decisions to benefit the rich and powerful over ordinary citizens. I stopped watching. Sad to see Margaret Brennan change as well.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Excellent essay. I hear you. From a fellow survivor.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Excellent article! Her work is so insightful while at the same time explaining the facts in a way that non lawyers can understand.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Excellent article
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
And it appears that no one pushed back. Tolerating this disrespectful behavior just encourages it to continue.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
The Republicans will never negotiate healthcare in good faith. If you give ground on this critical issue, they will know you will cave on everything. Listen to the people who are being harmed, not the billionaires funding campaigns. Fight the good fight for the American people.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Nor should they be.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
I thought you were one of the good guys that fought for your constituents. Yes this shutdown is painful and you want to keep your position, but caving on the ACA is a disgrace. You know the Republicans won’t consider the ACA extension in the future despite their promises. Fight the hard fight for us
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
I hope not. This is a short term fix that will cause massive future issues for healthcare and other issues, as well as the loss of democratic negotiating power.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
@blumenthal.senate.gov I’ve not seen your response on the Democratic proposal to cave to the Republicans on health care. You know their promise is meaningless. Throwing away healthcare for millions is not worth a short term fix on the shutdown-it just encourages more harmful republican power plays.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Please don’t cave to the Republicans on healthcare. Their promise is worthless, as you know. Yes you might mitigate the shutdown pain in the short term, but you will cause much more pain and loss of negotiating power in the long term. Sadly I’m sure you will ignore our pleas. What a disappointment.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Please urge Democratic senators to vote no. I know the shutdown is painful, but trusting the Republicans on healthcare is a fools errand. We can’t cave now.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
It’s excellent!
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Excellent and thoughtful summary of where we are and how ordinary people can make a difference. We need more of this straight forward factual reporting that will help people better understand the issues and see where their actions can make a difference.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
This is a disgrace. We need strong clear voices like yours.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 30/08/2025
Excellent.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
When are the Democrats going to learn that the old guard approaches don’t work anymore. They have just gotten us to where we are today. It’s time for new ideas and a backbone.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
Good, relevant interview. We need more people talking about this and hopefully getting through to our addled Congress.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
How is this legal?
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
I’ll believe it when I see it.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
This was great! Please continue this segment.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
PS. I liked your segment tonight where you answered the questions put by the press to the press secretary. More of this please.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Fascinating article.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Excellent article. I look forward to reading the rest. There are too many people in our country suffering from inertia when it comes to our freedoms. I’m hoping your articles can get through to them.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Good. Thanks for your diligent coverage.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
The old guard approach isn’t working anymore. Continually trying to stuff the square peg into a round hole isn’t doing anything to stop the nonsense that’s devouring our democracy. Bring in the new guard, support them, and get out of the way. Thanks for the article.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
And the whole world is watching while they expose the weaknesses of this administration.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Excellent article.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
I’m so tired of people who have the power and authority to act, choose to bury their heads in the sand. There is no concern about protecting our citizens and military. Disgraceful.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Foolish.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 08/06/2025
I’m honestly concerned about all the military coming into DC for the parade. I’m hoping they are going back to Texas afterwards and not heading to Northeast cities for another purpose.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
We can only hope . . .
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Hey god! Your point is well taken, but maybe, just maybe we shouldn’t blame the kid for parental shortcomings.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Excellent summary of where we are right now. Thanks!
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Note John Rowland was the governor of CT over 20 years ago.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
Looks to me like he wants a run at the presidency as the savior from the Trump damage.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
Absolutely agree! Also look at the timing of the release of the tapes and the selective use of them on the heels of the announcement of the reduction of the US credit rating - an absolute embarrassment for the country. We need to think before we react to anything this administration puts out.
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PQWCPA @pqw16.bsky.social · 18/05/2025
Very interesting. Thanks!
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