rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Here I was enjoying the US' win of The President's Cup competition and Brandt Snedeker had to bring up Trump in the most sycophantic way. Way to kill the vibe, Brandt. 0141
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Floridian here. We have a great Senate candidate running against a pro-Trump shill. Angie Nixon is not being well supported by the funders in our party. Check out her message, then send her a few bucks. angienixon.comangienixon.comAngie Nixon for U.S. Senate | Change Can't WaitAngie Nixon is a Florida State Representative, union organizer, and mother born and raised in Jacksonville who has spent her career fighting for hardworking Floridians. In the State House, she expande... 001
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Please note how billionaires use their untaxed, unrealised gains to acquire more wealth. Shouldn't a transaction like this be a taxable event? Ellison Pledges $9.2 Billion More in Oracle Shares as Collateral - Bloomberg share.google/3ohDy2TBZsLj...share.googleEllison Pledges $9.2 Billion More in Oracle Shares as CollateralLarry Ellison, a key figure behind Paramount Skydance Corp.’s deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., has pledged 67 million more shares of Oracle Corp. as collateral for personal loans than he had a... 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 24/09/2026When I heard that " many airline pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers are part of the furry community," from @SenTommyTuberville, I had to ask...Do they know how to fly the plane? What they do at home makes no difference to me. www.rollingstone.com/politics/pol...rollingstone.comGOP Senator Ahead of Midterms: Furry Airline Pilots Are 'Terrifying'With the midterms just weeks away, Tommy Tuberville set his sights on the furry community. 123
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Donalds ran the @davidjolly.bsky.social ad a dozen times during the UF-Aub game. Where's the Jolly ads that explain Jolly called the ad a lie, saying his actual plan cuts rates by 60–70% and funds reinsurance through insurance reforms, not a homeowner tax? I hope he's not outspent & outmessaged. 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.sociallucaswaldron.bsky.social @lucaswaldron.bsky.social · 09/09/2026New analysis from @propublica.org: Ectopic Pregnancy Deaths Have Nearly Doubled. It’s Worse in States With Abortion Bans. www.propublica.org/article/ecto... 10296164
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 07/09/2026This admin only hires the best. ...Hochman took a position as a senior aide to one of the most powerful figures in the federal government. He joined the State Department under Rubio and now works as deputy director of the agency’s policy planning office. www.orlandosentinel.com/2026/09/07/f... 001
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 01/09/2026The GOP in Florida stinks to high heaven. They do crimes but there is no responsibility accepted. Where's the AG? He's knee deep in it. Where's justice? Nowhere. #VoteBlue for @davidjolly.bsky.social, @angieforfl.bsky.social and downticket. www.orlandosentinel.com/2026/09/01/h...orlandosentinel.comMaxwell: You’d probably be in cuffs if you did what the Hope Florida schemers didMaxwell: The Hope Florida grand jury report verified that public money was stolen and that people involved lied. You’d probably be in handcuffs if you’d try to pull this off. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Angie Nixon rallies supporters, says Moody and DeSantis belong 'in jail' www.orlandosentinel.com/2026/08/31/c...orlandosentinel.comAngie Nixon rallies supporters, says Moody and DeSantis belong 'in jail'Democratic Senate nominee Angie Nixon emphasized themes that unite the party post-primary and condemned appointed Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 31/08/2026“Ashley Moody is a thief. She stole $10MM along with (Gov.) Ron DeSantis and (Attorney General) James Uthmeier. They (it) from low-income and medically needy children. How low must you be to steal money from kids? And she has the audacity to say that she cares about law and order,” Nixon said. 100
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 30/08/2026So Trump is basically the "Karen-In-Chief" now. This "I'll be reporting you" vibe is giving man shakes fist at clouds. Editor's note - The FCC has zero to say about news and commentary under the 1st amendment. www.usatoday.com/story/news/p...usatoday.comTrump says Kristen Welker of 'Meet the Press' will be reported to FCCPresident Donald Trump sharply criticized Kristen Welker, the host of NBC's "Meet the Press," after abruptly exiting an interview with her this year. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 30/08/2026@Google if you don't stand with us you stand against us. Defend America's norms. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Grand jury blasts DeSantis staff, Hope Florida board for lack of 'due diligence' "Though the report also castigated several DeSantis staffers and Hope Florida officials...there was insufficient evidence to charge anyone with a crime because no one would “take responsibility” for key decisions."orlandosentinel.comGrand jury blasts DeSantis staff, Hope Florida board for lack of ‘due diligence’The governor and those involved denied wrongdoing and said the state’s actions were proper. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Seems like this SecDef is purposely degrading the US Military. Firing leadership, stopping standard investigations, eliminating specialized talent...When will he be investigated? www.forbes.com/sites/sarado...forbes.comHegseth Fired Army Chief Of Staff After He Was Told To Drop Probe Into Kid Rock FlybyThe Trump administration’s pick to replace fired Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George faces resistance from some Senate Republicans. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 24/08/2026My GOP brothers and sisters, I invite you to acknowledge that this is some BS. Anyone? Florida father was waiting for his son to return from the USS Lincoln. Then Border Patrol arrested him. www.orlandosentinel.com/2026/08/23/h...orlandosentinel.comFlorida father was waiting for his son to return from the USS Lincoln. Then Border Patrol arrested him.When Luis Manuel Aviles, of Key West, was arrested by immigration authorities, his son was entering his ninth month on the USS Abraham Lincoln with the Navy. 010
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialFuck You I Quit @fuckyouiquit.bsky.social · 19/08/2026In France, he’d be given up to 5 years paid medical leave and he wouldn’t go broke paying for treatment since 100% of the treatment cost would be covered by Sécurité Sociale. We could have these things too but the rich would be just slightly less rich so not sure it’s worth it. 20890264
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 12/08/2026Again with the WTF ICE operations. If only we had representatives who could intervene in their plans and spending ICE to spend $20M on gloves designed to deliver electric shocks. www.axios.com/2026/08/12/i...axios.comICE plans to put electric-shock gloves on officers' handsThe maker says to treat them like any other weapon. 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 09/08/2026One America, where sociopathic couples opportunistically use each other to get money/power with icy distance. Another America, where affectionate couples actually love each other and enjoy each other's company. 521254160
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 09/08/2026Fascism Risingstatic.klipy.comMy Memory Isn't GreatALT: My Memory Isn't Great 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialDan DeFreest @dandefreest.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Blanche was confirmed as AG. Just a reminder: The last time a president appointed an attorney he had personal ties to, was when Nixon appointed his law partner and campaign manager John Mitchell. Mitchell ended up disbarred and spent 2 yrs in prison for his role as AG protecting Nixon. 695126674264
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialDemocracy Docket @democracydocket.com · 27/07/2026Voter roll purges are necessary to remove people who have passed away, moved or otherwise become ineligible to vote. But sometimes purges can erroneously include thousands of eligible voters. As the Trump administration ramps up its attacks on voting, it’s time to check your registration status:vote411.orgCheck Voter Registration 9279164
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialCharlie Sykes @sykescharlie.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Confirming Todd Blanche would be like the US Senate confirming Nixon's AG, John Miitchell... after Watergate. (Preview of today's 'To the Contrary" Podcast) 18666169
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Remember, this is who we are fighting against. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 17/07/2026Tell him! Please go on. Heck, I’m giving you extra time. Boss move, @reprashida.govpeeps.us 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialDemocracy Docket @democracydocket.com · 08/07/2026NEW: While the DOJ has had an election monitoring program for decades, it’s typically been intended to protect voters. Not anymore. Under Trump, the DOJ's new monitoring mission serves the opposite purpose: intimidating voters and creating barriers to the polls. Here’s how👇democracydocket.comExplainer: DOJ says its election monitoring is just business as usual. Here's why you shouldn't believe themThis election monitoring mission appears to be part of the Trump administration's broader attempt to take control of American elections. 12399232
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 08/07/2026Support a real American hero, vote @avindman.bsky.social for senator from Florida. 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Three egg producers will pay $3.3 million and donate 53 million eggs to food banks and nonprofits to settle a price-fixing lawsuit with the DOJ. None of the producers have to admit any wrongdoing. Is this really justice? Or just the cost of doing business?fortune.comEgg companies made $1.22 billion in profit off a $6 carton — now they’re buying their way out of a price-fixing case with 53 million donated eggs | FortuneNone of them admitted wrongdoing. 52162222526
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialpadresalsa.bsky.social @padresalsa.bsky.social · 04/07/2026Yeah!! 4552711255
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Since 1994, immigrants have paid more in taxes than they receive in benefits every year. Do not believe the lies you hear about immigrants. They are good for society and the economy. 8232991323
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026 Florida -Vote NO on Amendment 3 this November. 🌴🏡❌ It promises a tax cut, but actually it strips billions from our local communities—forcing cuts to parks, libraries, and roads, while shifting the remaining costs onto renters and everyday shoppers through higher fees. Protect our local communities. 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 28/06/2026Sen. Chris Murphy: "Right now the biggest threat to this country are not a handful of House candidates in New York, it is the president of the United States who is trying to destroy American democracy." 440194335092
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialWajahat Ali @wajali.bsky.social · 15/06/2026It's a corrupt grift. All of it. www.wsj.com/business/med...wsj.comExclusive | Justice Department Decision to Allow Paramount Deal Surprised Staff InvestigatorsDepartment staffers investigating the Warner acquisition were leaning toward recommending a challenge to the merger, people familiar with the matter say. 16457131
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 14/06/2026This is a great message for Flag Day and for the day of the tackiest self reverential birthday party since Nero's time. 010
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Support for fascism and destruction of the free press isn't one of the options? 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialBrant Reeves @bireeves95.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Excellent Logic…. 7234109
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 10/06/2026As usual @POTUS misses the point of the tale: "Trump did not share other scenes from the episode, which concludes with Bartlet opting for the proportional response he initially dismissed after realizing that carrying out a “disproportional response” would lead to many civilian deaths."washingtonpost.comTrump invokes ‘The West Wing’ in apparent justification of latest Iran strikesTrump shared a clip from an episode in which the fictional president, played by actor Martin Sheen, dismisses the idea of a “proportional response” following the downing of a U.S. aircraft. 000
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 04/06/2026@carolekingofficial.bsky.social I'm thinking about my late sister, who says that in the late 70's, in Orlando, she saw you perform, met you and invited you to Seder. Then you came! How i missed it, and how my mom didn't have 20 pictures and some movies, IDK. Nice family lore though. Thank you. 000
Reposted by @rickorick.bsky.socialRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 31/05/2026This reminds me a lot of Obama 2006. bsky.app/profile/acyn... 1423616740
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 31/05/2026When are the powers that be going to accept that despite a peculiar charisma that charms some 30% of the USA, POTUS is exhibiting dangerous behaviors that leave our entire country at risk. They may be scared of him, but they must remove him. Dems can only do so much. His people must act for the USA. 200
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 22/05/2026Sent to both my FL Senators (feel free to send it to yours): May I call it a slush fund, Senator? Look, I understand that you support all of Trump's schemes and scams. That's fine for you. I am hoping I can get you to let me know which of these things is worse: $1.776B(!)... 1/2 100
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 19/05/2026Former 'pray-away-the-gay' activist charged in child sex sting, Orange deputies say. Again and again... www.orlandosentinel.com/2026/05/19/f...orlandosentinel.comFormer ‘pray-away-the-gay’ activist charged in child sex sting, Orange deputies sayAlan Chambers is a former pastor who ran an Orlando-based, anti-LGBTQ group until 2013 when he shut it down and apologized for its actions. 3149
rickorick.bsky.social @rickorick.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Who’s paying you, Kevin O’Leary? Great response, 10 of 10. 010
