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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

*Getting blocked by a spam account, even though I’ve been so busy that I don’t post very often* Me: mild confusion, then…*blocked*

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a man in a suit and tie says i don t think about you at all

ALT: a man in a suit and tie says i don t think about you at all

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Joe Katz @joekatz45.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Anyone NOT in DC: call your congresscritters and leave a message. You can do it right now. Simple script: "DOGE is raiding the FDIC tomorrow. What are you going to do to protect our savings from Musk? Because it can't be nothing."

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Wajahat Ali @wajali.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

There is a vacancy for leadership in the Democratic Party. It's a brand new ball game. Forget the old rules and customs. No one "deserves" anything due to age and seniority and donors. It's up for grabs, Democrats. Time to step up. Whoever is a fighter will be rewarded.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

@schumer.senate.gov Senate Democrats' decision to support the GOP's toxic Continuing Resolution will drive me to abandon the Democratic Party. If you don't have the guts to stand on business, stop expecting my support.

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The Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · 06/03/2025

Trump's in full retreat today as his poll numbers slip: He convened the cabinet to limit Elon after voters pressured Congress. He delayed the tariffs b/c the market dropped out & created fears of a recession. He's losing in court b/c DOGE didn't follow the law. Keep fighting.

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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Just read this graf. Share it with people you know who don’t pay attention to politics or news.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

I'm absorbing this advice and thinking about how to implement it. MAGA wants us terrified, overwhelmed, and immobilized by indecision...so let's learn how to manage our reactions instead of being ruled by them. H/t to @parkroseperma.bsky.social youtu.be/VWhKvqN3_dw?...

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We Need This Skill If We're Gonna Make It Through the Next 4 Years

YouTube video by Parkrose Permaculture

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Eric Holder @ericholder.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

This is the way back (2025): *an aroused/involved American people *effective lawsuits *wins in state/local elections *political class finds its footing *falling Republican polling numbers All are starting to happen.

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Ricky Davila @therickydavila.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Stop asking where former Vice President Kamala Harris is, she was right there willing to save us all from impending doom and many people failed her in order to choose doom instead just to see others suffer. Leave her the fuck alone, she owes no one anything.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

You might want to keep an eye on Trump’s executive order re: IVF affordability. It could either be a boon for people who want to be parents OR an express runway to Handmaiden-style surrogate farming. Possibly both? youtu.be/yrlqL9_R9eA?...

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Executive Orders on IVF Affordability and Government Transparency

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

I left a job at an NNSA site (national security laboratory) last year, handing in my security clearance as I did so. I'm suddenly MUCH more grateful that I left.

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Brandon Friedman @brandonfriedman.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

All joking aside, the path we're headed down is widespread civil conflict. Official corruption is generally more of an accelerant than the curtailment of rights, though they often go hand-in-hand, as we're seeing.

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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

For those of you desperately in need of distraction from today's headlines, here's a photo of a bunny & a chick who are friends.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Congrats, Philly - and THANK YOU for avenging San Francisco! 🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

I'm not watching the Super Bowl - I just keep checking the scores online, because I want to make sure that the Chiefs lose. Good God, the Eagles are up 34-0 in the 3rd quarter?! That's amazing, and PRECISELY the kind of beating KC deserves. Don't ease up on 'em! #superbowl #gobirds

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

I can’t believe that I’m watching everything I ever worked for get sabotaged by Elon Musk and a bunch of baby tech bros. I wish that I could join the protest in Washington DC tomorrow, but I am VERY concerned about what law enforcement might do to protesters. If you attend, please stay safe.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

“Get back to you”?! These folks are in over their heads, but they’re still emboldened to do maximum damage. All of us are in danger as a result.

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Fred Wellman @fpwellman.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Well I’m glad you guys who stayed home because both parties are the same or the Democrats needed to learn a lesson are celebrating. A hearty fuck you to you!

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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

I pray this helps some of you today. We have a duty to Dr. King whose life was taken because he dared demand that this country face itself, to demonstrate that his work & sacrifice was not in vain. Let’s do it together. Please share. And subscribe. open.substack.com/pub/sherrily...

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It Is MLK Day. Do Not Despair. This Year Especially, We Have Work To Do.

With delicious anticipation, we imagined it.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Excellent advice for how to stay sane and manage the onslaught of horrifically bad policies.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

I want to protect the little light in my soul and keep it shining. I also want to continue seeking, identifying, and nurturing sources of joy. Here's hoping that we can all do so safely.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Bluesky, you'd better not get co-opted by these right wingers. We're running out of *truly* free platforms for speech and intellectual inquiry as fast as Zuck & Elon can buy them out and warp their algorithms.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

The faux-shutdown of TikTok is over, and an announcement on the app is thanking "President Trump" - who is still President-elect until tomorrow at 12:00 PM Eastern time. Being welcomed back to a valued social media app has never felt more ominous. The right-wing corruption of TikTok starts now.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

I’m somewhat relieved that I can access TikTok again, but I’m also deeply wary. I think we will all need to be more judicious about what we post and/or engage with while on the app. What sort of unholy bargain has Shou Zi Chew made in order for access to be restored?

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Tea Pain @teapainusa.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Pete Hegseth will be a enthusiastic rubber-stamp for Trump's fascism and abuse of power. He must not be confirmed.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

At this point, I can’t honestly say that I’m surprised. Republicans were always going to allow Hegseth to coast.

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Katie Phang @katiephang.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

READ THIS. THEN READ IT AGAIN.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

I have written a new thing, and I'm starting to write more regularly to perk up my Substack. Check it out! open.substack.com/pub/samantha...

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Bracing for Impact

I can’t decide whether or not I’m glad that I no longer drink heavily.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

Trying to figure out a happy medium - somewhere between keeping my finger on the pulse of the constant stream of political news, and getting so overwhelmed that I just cease to function. Between politics & job stress, I’m already not sleeping well.

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Peggy Stuart @peggystuart.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

The SAVE Act would require us to bring documentary proof of citizenship to vote if we live in a state with same-day voter registration. Seriously, who carries their passports or birth certificates with them! You may need your marriage certificate as well showing your married name. #StopTheSAVEAct

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Worried about friends in LA. If you're in the path of any of the active fires, or you have friends/relatives who are, please take care and stay safe. 😭

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David Corn @davidcorn.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

The Supreme Court of United States: Trump can have king-like powers as president and be above federal law. But he still can be assessed a fine in a state court.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

Hello, new followers, and thank you! 💙💙

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Strandvogel @strandvogel.united-for-democracy.com · 04/01/2025

Don't fall for this so called democrat Michael Soetaert running for Senate. He was running in 2020 for Republicans. He's a trojan horse. Block and report.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Asking to continue WFH as a person with a chronic condition is so depressing. You mean to tell me we’re on the verge of a multi-pandemic winter with avian flu + COVID + RSV + other shit circulating, but your Smart Business Idea is to force people to cough all over each other at work?! #publichealth

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

"Whereas health care for women should also address the needs of MEN, families, and communities as they relate to women’s health care"...this is a new House Bill proposed by AZ Rep Biggs (R, obviously). The needs of MEN? 🚨 www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

I’ve been so thoroughly disappointed by Garland. Why even bother showing up to work if you’re not going to do anything?

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

I rage-skeeted a thread and then deleted most of it, but maybe I shouldn't have. I'm just beside myself at this point. People are expressing this in various ways, but basically: if Democrats don't have the balls to fight for democracy, they've helped to ensure we will no longer have one.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

Doing the right thing today may be cold comfort in the short term, though I am still holding out hope for a robust resistance. Sadly, this time around, Trump's acolytes are more ruthless and unencumbered, and the Supreme Court is ready to greenlight whatever he chooses to unleash.

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Samantha @samantha.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Is Meghan Markle going to force me to get Netflix again?! I want to watch but I'm trying to manage my budget 😩 #sussexsquad youtu.be/Vdro1p53LYQ?...

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With love, Meghan | Official trailer | Netflix

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