Reposted by Bob BourgeoisScottCulkin 🇺🇸/🏴/🚒🚑(ret.)/🚴/🥁/⚽ @scottculkin.bsky.social · 11/10/2026Yikes. 😬⛽ 6176
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Execution as entertainment. What kind of government does that? "Public executions have become exceedingly rare worldwide. Among countries known to conduct them in recent years are Iran and Taliban-run Afghanistan." www.reuters.com/world/us-liv...reuters.comUS to livestream Army firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter, Pentagon saysThe US will livestream the Army's upcoming firing squad execution of a gunman who killed 13 people at the Fort Hood military base in 2009, the Pentagon said, in what would be an unprecedented broadc... 000
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisThe Guardian @theguardian.com · 09/10/2026US imposes sanctions on the international criminal court (ICC), hours after former judge Navi Pillay wins Nobel peace prize - livetheguardian.comUS imposes sanctions on ICC, hours after former judge Pillay wins Nobel peace prize - liveThe ICC’s deputy prosecutor condemned the sanctions and said they would not halt the tribunal’s work 180884494
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Most law enforcement officers across the country are competent professionals and good public servants. Recently-bloated ICE and CPB are at the other end of the spectrum. Bad goals and bad management yields bad results. projects.propublica.org/american-cit...projects.propublica.orgMore Than 500 U.S. Citizens Have Been Detained, Including Handcuffed or Held at Gunpoint, in Trump’s Immigration Crackdown — ProPublicaThe government doesn’t track how often immigration officers detain U.S. citizens. So ProPublica did. We’ve found more than 500 Americans who were held against their will during this Trump administrati... 010
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 06/10/2026As Trump demonizes cities, remember this: Residents of "blue" states send more tax money to Washington than they get back in federal help, while residents of “red” states send less money to Washington than they get back in federal help. Just thought I should point that out.youtube.comHow Blue States Help Red States | Robert ReichRobert Reich explains how states that vote Democratic send money to states that vote Republican.Watch More: The Monopoli 932314988
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisBarry Heard @heardbarry956.bsky.social · 04/10/2026#IsmuasMonthOfMusic 🎼 #MusicChallenge 🎶 @ismua.bsky.social Day 4️⃣ - A song you wish you could hear for the first time again. Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66 - Mas Que Nada (introduced by Eartha Kitt / Something Special 1967) www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrZB...youtube.comSergio Mendes & Brasil 66 - Mas que nada (introduced by Eartha Kitt / Something Special 1967)YouTube video by VideoOverload 1181
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 04/10/2026We are going to need to build multi-agency/corporate IMT-level IT security teams to deal with complex, long duration AI incidents. I know jack about AI, but I do know a bunch of good folks who understand team processes and realize what it takes to tackle a dynamic and extended problem. 091
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 03/10/2026"...Kao told his team Collins committed to getting the company $32 million in naval contracts." www.propublica.org/article/susa...propublica.orgWatch: We Uncovered Bribery Allegations Involving Susan CollinsIn late 2024, FBI investigators had enough evidence to launch a sweeping bribery probe of politicians including Sen. Susan Collins — until Trump gutted the unit in charge. ProPublica has revealed the ... 000
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisPBS News @pbsnews.org · 29/09/2026Former special counsel Jack Smith forcefully defended his prosecutions of President Donald Trump and his investigative tactics. to.pbs.org/3Vna0J1pbs.orgWATCH: Jack Smith testifies before Senate Judiciary as GOP targets past Trump probesFormer special counsel Jack Smith forcefully defended his prosecutions of President Donald Trump and his investigative tactics, pushing back against repeated Republican efforts to paint him and his te... 210211
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisSteve Benen @stevebenen.com · 29/09/2026Dec 2025: Republicans summon Jack Smith to Capitol Hill, embarrass themselves Jan 2026: Republicans summon Jack Smith to Capitol Hill, embarrass themselves Sept 2026: Republicans summon Jack Smith to Capitol Hill, embarrass themselves The pattern isn’t exactly subtle www.ms.now/rachel-maddo...ms.nowRepublicans are slow to learn a simple lesson: They can’t get the better of Jack SmithThree times, Republicans have summoned the former special counsel to Capitol Hill. Each time, they have left humiliated. 421768
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 29/09/2026At 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. 323172124878
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisPBS News @pbsnews.org · 29/09/2026"Our investigation developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in serious crimes against our nation," former special counsel Jack Smith said during a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee. to.pbs.org/4hwiB3Eto.pbs.orgWATCH: Jack Smith says he would prosecute Trump again for 'serious crimes against our nation'Smith, who in 2022 led investigations into Trump and secured two indictments, said he made decisions in the case "without regard” for Trump’s “political association activities, beliefs, or candidacy i... 7391141
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Jack Smith is an American Hero. Sen Britt is a piece of shit. Republicans are still trying to defend an attempt to overthrow a legitimate election--an attack on democracy itself. How can anyone vote Republican in this context. 000
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Jack Smith is an American Hero. Sen Kennedy is a piece of shit. 011
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisUS Congress Tracker @congresstracker.bsky.social · 29/09/2026SB5542: A bill to establish objective standards, procedural protections, and independent review for the Secretary of Defense's removal of officers from promotion recommendations. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. 2026-09-24 Sponsors: - Democrat: 5congress.govMore InfoSB5542: A bill to establish objective standards, procedural protections, and independent review for the Secretary of Defense's removal of officers from promotion recommendations. 002
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The US Forest Service can no longer manage one of the crown jewels of the wilderness system, but please tell us again how all the DOGE actions did not affect land management or incident response. 1/ 175
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisBarry Heard @heardbarry956.bsky.social · 28/09/2026youtu.be/wvhmt6Hv9zo?...youtu.beWhat Trump Has Planned Should Worry Every VoterYouTube video by Democracy Docket 021
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisBarry Heard @heardbarry956.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Herbie Hancock - Speak Like A Child (Full Album) www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Q-l... 061
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Smart video about the pushed myth of looting and the related militarization of response by @phibi16.bsky.social. And yes, she is my daughter. Always makes a parent proud when a kid follows you into the family business--even if it is disasters. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Joch...youtube.comOut of Control Lawlessness, Looting, and Disaster CrimeYouTube video by the disaster gal 1125
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisProPublica @propublica.org · 26/09/2026In response to our reporting, Susan Collins has mustered a defense that is full of incorrect and misleading claims. We’ve reviewed FBI evidence, examined thousands of pages of records and interviewed dozens of people. Here are the receipts.propublica.orgProPublica Debunks Susan Collins’ Claims About FBI Anti-Corruption ProbeProPublica revealed that the FBI was circling Sen. Collins over a defense contractor’s donations — until President Trump gutted the unit in charge. Collins has since mustered a defense with a series o... 10838411755
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 24/09/2026America's 911 system is facing its own emergency www.motherjones.com/politics/202...motherjones.comAmerica's 911 system is facing its own emergencyAcross the country, callers in life-or-death situations are routinely left on hold. 000
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Is it time to admit that 911 call-takers and dispatchers are emergency personnel? 010
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Kemlev "has been regarded as an adversary of the U.S., has been accused of attempting to influence American elections and was recently seen in China ... with Putin." thehill.com/policy/inter...thehill.comDonald Trump Jr.’s wife defends wedding gift from Russian oligarchInfluencer and model Bettina Trump, the wife of Donald Trump Jr., defended the couple’s wedding gift given to them by Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev. “Apparently our wedding is making he… 011
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 10/09/2026A "PANIC!" thread (mostly for responders): Academics and emergency managers/responders have long realized that people do not panic during disasters. What may look like panic to one person who understands the situation is another person acting on the best information they have. 1/ 1111
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Canada was a great friend and ally youtu.be/yODNXngq-_A?...youtu.beWhen a Canadian town provided safe haven on 9/11YouTube video by CBS Sunday Morning 011
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 24/08/2026"... there was a collective effort to figure out how to be useful and effective. Military members are trained to be apolitical and follow orders." www.npr.org/2026/08/24/n...npr.orgIn candid interviews, National Guard members speak out about D.C. deploymentAs President Trump's deployment of the National Guard to Washington, D.C., enters its second year, three guard members who served many months on the mission share their reactions with NPR. 000
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Trump just dismantled this so his blatant corruption and his cronies overseas can operate without consequences or detection. Organized crime is now legal and the US is open for exploitation by foreign and domestic criminals. Don’t expect Rubio to say a word. 18649741955
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisThe Atlantic @theatlantic.com · 10/08/2026On Radio Atlantic, former U.S Senator and Ambassador Jeff Flake discusses what it means for him to still identify as a Republican, despite feeling as though the party has moved away from the things it claimed to stand for.bit.lyNever Trump, Still a RepublicanWhy Jeff Flake still believes the spell over his party will break 10255
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 09/08/2026My favorite from the New Basement Tapes project (2014) performed on ACL in 2016 youtu.be/pztUZye5a-0?...youtu.beRhiannon Giddens "Spanish Mary" on Austin City LimitsYouTube video by Austin City Limits 010
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisSteve Pyne @sjpyne.bsky.social · 02/08/2026Okay, I'm quoted in it, but this is still a good introduction to Europe's recent fires. www.newyorker.com/news/the-led...newyorker.comWhy Is Europe Burning?“This is a structural issue in society,” a Spanish firefighter said, about worsening wildfires across Europe. “We’ve turned our backs on the mountains, on nature—and cities have never been so affected... 0164
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisKate Armstrong @brainchain.ca · 02/08/2026In honour of @propcazhpm.bsky.social ‘s recent Miles Davis post lets listen to all of ‘On the Corner’ m.youtube.com/watch?v=pb3q...m.youtube.comOn The Corner (Unedited Master)YouTube video by Miles Davis - Topic 1226
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisCitizen.Coping @propcazhpm.bsky.social · 13/07/2026Wow! #FilmSky #FilmNoir "Davis took notes [in private screening], asking questions about the relationships between the characters and explanations of the plot. He later wrote that he agreed to the job because he had never written music for a film and it would be "a great learning experience". -Wikiyoutu.beElevator to the Gallows - Miles DavisYouTube video by johnnystaccata 045
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Fearless Leader protecting us from American preschoolers www.nytimes.com/2026/07/31/u...nytimes.comTrump Administration Plans to Upend Head Start by Deregulating ItThe White House tried but failed to block funding for preschool for poor children. Instead, it will seek to strip away standards on health, literacy — and brushing teeth. 000
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 30/07/2026'...adult leaders were slow to protect students from the risks of other tech developments. "We missed the mark with social media and phones," said Hunter Wurzel, a high school senior representing Ohio' www.npr.org/2026/07/30/n...npr.orgAdults have struggled to set rules for AI in school. These teens figured it outShould students be allowed to use AI on assignments? What about on tests? Who should teach AI literacy? About 100 teenagers got together to try to decide. 000
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 20/07/2026"America is a pretty big idea" youtu.be/rnYrdsMrJr4?...youtu.beStanley McChrystal | Full Episode 7.17.26 | Firing Line with Margaret Hoover | PBSYouTube video by Firing Line with Margaret Hoover | PBS 000
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 19/07/2026OK, let's do this again. This is the fire triangle. All three sides must exist. Without any one of heat, oxygen, or fuel, you have no fire. 1/ 3319
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisReuters @reuters.com · 19/07/2026Trump claims voting by noncitizens is rampant in America. The numbers tell another story. reut.rs/4fbOBKureut.rsTrump claims voting by noncitizens is rampant in America. The numbers tell another story.Federal prosecutors have charged just 129 people under a federal “voting by aliens” statute. Many of these incidents appear to stem from voter confusion, miscommunication with election officials or administrative errors. 1311353
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 07/07/2026"Are private equity profits really more important than public safety?" 000
Bob Bourgeois @rjb429.bsky.social · 07/07/2026Thanks for sharing that one. Was it difficult to write? 130
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Timely vid by my daughter, who seems to be sticking with the family business, but in a much smarter way. 041
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Every word in this piece. There is no way the Forest Service and DOI are fully staffed for the fire year. Claiming so beggars belief and tells me you know nothing about how wildland fire and incident management works. 1/ www.wildlandfirefighter.com/2026/06/11/i...wildlandfirefighter.comIt Takes a Team - The Wildland FirefighterBobbie Scopa reflects on how the habits you build in the smoke—clean gear, respiratory protection, and everyday choices—can determine whether your retirement is lived fully or spent managing the damag... 2145
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Amazing work by Dr. Montano. If you have anything to do with disasters, she is a necessary follow. If you don't deal with disasters on a professional level, you should still follow her, as we will need everyone pushing in the same direction to fix all of this. 23211
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 06/06/2026We're not paying enough attention to the obliteration of USFS science & research. This NPR article does a good job of explaining what is going on and describing the coming losses. The moves are pitched as cost savings measures, but the value is science, not buildings. 1/ www.npr.org/2026/06/06/n...npr.orgThe Forest Service wants to close research hubs to save money. That could be costlyThe Forest Service is trying to shut down research hubs because it says it needs to live within its means. But the agency plans to close facilities that cost less than $1 to rent while keeping open on... 1124
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisJim Whittington🔥 @jimwhittington.bsky.social · 06/06/2026Eisenhower secretly wrote a statement in case the D-Day forces were unsuccessful: "Our landings in the Cherbourg-Havre area have failed to gain a satisfactory foothold and I have withdrawn the troops. My decision to attack at this time and place was based upon the best information available." 1/3 142
Reposted by Bob BourgeoisProPublica @propublica.org · 04/06/2026Use our database to explore the financial disclosures of President Donald Trump and more than 1,600 of his appointees. 👇 projects.propublica.orgExplore Financial Disclosures From President Trump and 1,600 of His Appointees - ProPublicaUse this database to explore potential conflicts of interest for President Donald Trump and his team. The documents disclose positions officials have held outside government, their assets and their de... 13521280
