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Saukman

@saukman.bsky.social
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Political junkie (center left), gardener (flowers, trees), dog lover (Akita), small town Midwestern USA (WI), Packers fan

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NOLIGARCHY.US @noligarchy-us.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
“Don't bury your head in the sand. Ask the question. Challenge the lie. Stand beside the person being targeted.”
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Spud Lovr @spudlovr.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
NEW ANALYSIS: Wisconsin Governor’s Race Carries Up to $4,000 Energy Cost Swing for the Average Household Crowley’s plan saves families $826 per household on average Tiffany’s plan raises costs by $3,181 per household on average www.evergreenaction.... #wipolitics #wigov
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NEW ANALYSIS: Wisconsin Governor’s Race Carries Up to $4,000 Energy Cost Swing for the Average Household - Evergreen Action
This November, Wisconsin voters won’t just be choosing a new governor. They’ll be choosing between two dramatically different energy bills.
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Americans for Tax Fairness @4taxfairness.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
BREAKING: A $111 BILLION merger closed today. The Ellison family is worth upwards of $185 billion. They now own Paramount, Warner Bros, HBO Max, CNN, and CBS. Billionaires are consolidating power over our politics and our media. This is what rigging the system looks like.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
I suggest those of us who are giddy about the expected blue wave take a deep breath. We have been burned by the polls before. I do not believe *any* poll where they say our candidate is ahead when "ahead" is within the margin of error.
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Joanne Freeman @jbf1755.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
These are great signs—with the powerful messaging that we need to see—and they’re free! Grab some!
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NPR @npr.org · 06/10/2026
The 82-year-old scientist, originally from Belgium, is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research into capturing neutrinos at the South Pole dates back to the 1980s. n.pr/4xXvV77
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Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in physics for work on high-energy neutrinos from space
The 82-year-old scientist, originally from Belgium, is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research into capturing neutrinos at the South Pole dates back to the 1980s.
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Spud Lovr @spudlovr.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Everything you need to know about voting in Wisconsin’s November election www.votebeat.org/wis... #wipolitics #wigov
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Voting has begun in Wisconsin’s midterm election. Here’s how to make your voice heard.
We answered every possible question you could have about voting in Wisconsin’s November election.
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Senator Tammy Baldwin @baldwin.senate.gov · 06/10/2026
Working families want affordable health care and lower gas prices, not this.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Bust up big corporations and tackle Wall Street’s greed. Get big money out of politics. Strengthen unions and boost wages. Pass Medicare for all, paid leave, universal childcare, and so much more... This is the agenda Democrats need to fight for. It's not enough to simply be anti-Trump.
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Spud Lovr @spudlovr.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Conservative national group tapping into Wisconsin school boards www.wpr.org/news/con... #wipolitics
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Conservative national group tapping into Wisconsin school boards
School Boards for Academic Excellence was created in 2023 as the “reform-minded alternative to the National School Board Association.”
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Pete Hegseth gave a speech in front of a backdrop that almost perfectly matches Nazi imagery. Meanwhile, Trump calls opponents “vermin” who he will “root out,” and says the blood of our country is being poisoned. We are far past left vs right. Our choice is democracy or fascism.
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Xela Hart @xelahart.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
🚨BREAKING: The NAACP sued the Trump administration, seeking records about its plan to deploy roughly 1,000 federal personnel to polling places during the 2026 midterms. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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DOJ sued for records on ‘unprecedented’ plan to deploy 1,000 election monitors in midterms
DOJ's planned effort represents an extraordinary expansion of federal election monitoring. It has already sparked confrontations with state officials and concerns about voter intimidation.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Labor creates all wealth
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Dean Obeidallah @deanobeidallah.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
In one month from now Trump will be openly seeking to overturn the Nov 3 results. We all know that is coming. That is why Democratic AGs should announce now that if anyone tries to interfere in their election--including Trump-they will prosecute under state law. Trump can't pardon state crimes!
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The Badger Project @thebadgerproject.org · 05/10/2026
State Democrats have dominated fundraising in recent years. But in 2026, its heavy hitters have been vastly outspent by the state’s Republican megadonors. #wipolitics #Wisconsin #Election2026 #MidtermElections
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UPDATE: Uihleins, Hendricks flood Wisconsin GOP with cash thru loophole
State Democrats have dominated fundraising in recent years. But in 2026, its heavy hitters have been vastly outspent by the state’s Republican megadonors.
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Rep. Mark Pocan @pocan.house.gov · 05/10/2026
Diverting more public dollars from public schools into private schools for the few harms the 90% of American children who attend our public schools. Our public school students should not pay the price for Trump putting private schools first. www.nea.org/about-nea/me...
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 04/10/2026
“The ultimate goal was to create chaos and doubt in the vote-by-mail process,” said the American Postal Workers Union president. “You’re creating a rule to solve a problem that doesn’t exist.”
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The Untold Origins of Trump’s Plan to Sharply Restrict Mail-In Voting
ProPublica’s reporting reveals for the first time the extent of the White House’s role in trying to dictate how mail-in ballots are processed, spurring behind-the-scenes drama that played out for near...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
At a time in history when the most influential leaders of the U.S. need to stand up loudly and clearly for the rule of law, democracy, and decency, they are leading the charge in the opposite direction — fawning over the most dangerous authoritarian America has ever witnessed. Do not forget this.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Vote NO on all three!
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 04/10/2026
BREAM: DOJ plans to send 1k monitors to polls. Sen. Baldwin says 'our democracy depends on ppl being able to have their voices heard, but that's at risk as Trump weighs sending in armed agents.' How do you answer? BLANCHE: She should be saying 'thank God. Thank God we have a govt ready to show up'
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
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In Wisconsin, Two Sheriff Races Test the Future of Local ICE Cooperation - Bolts
Wisconsin’s Sauk and Winnebago counties joined an ICE program to boost immigration enforcement. Candidates running for sheriff have vowed to quit it if elected next month.
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Spud Lovr @spudlovr.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
MAGA Billionaires Continue Bid to Buy Wisconsin State Government to Serve Themselves abetterwisconsin.org... #wipolitics #wigov
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MAGA Billionaires Continue Bid to Buy Wisconsin State Government to Serve Themselves
These billionaires are spending unprecedented tens of millions of dollars to elect MAGA Republicans who will be beholden to them
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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 01/10/2026
CEO compensation has increased 1,316% since 1978. And worker compensation? Just 28%. The system is rigged. We need to start taxing the rich so they pay their fair share.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Beaver Dam, Wisconsin | When a data center comes to town
YouTube video by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
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Bolts @boltsmag.org · 01/10/2026
NEW: Congressional races will take center stage on Nov. 3, but they’re just the tip of what matters. There are prosecutors and governors, attorneys general and school boards, mayors and judges. Enter our annual guide on what to watch across the country:
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Your Cheat Sheet to the 2026 General Elections - Bolts
Congressional races will take center stage on Nov. 3, but they’re just the tip of what to watch. Prosecutors and governors, attorneys general and sheriffs, school boards and mayors, utility... Read More
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We are paying CNN and MS NOW to run ads for Donald Trump right before the midterms. You and I are paying for them. And CNN and MS NOW are taking the cash while their hosts and guests say the scheme is illegal. That is the current state of corporate media in America.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
"Senate GOP campaign chief says ‘cash is king’ as Trump team promises millions to keep majority" Should probably say "billionaire's cash is king". Ground News headline ground.news/article/sena...
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Senate GOP campaign chief says ‘cash is king’ as Trump team promises millions to keep majority
The Senate Republican campaign chairman said Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s team has assured senators “money will not be our problem” heading into the midterm elections, as MAGA Inc. promises...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
The U.S. has withdrawn its last troops from Iraq, 23 years after a Republican president launched a war of choice based on lies that cost trillions of dollars, killed hundreds of thousands of people, and unleashed regional chaos. History doesn't repeat, but it often rhymes.
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Bill Kristol @billkristolbulwark.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Another way of making this point: The wheels may be coming off the Trump administration and the authoritarian movement energizing it. But a large tractor-trailer barreling down a highway at full speed whose wheels come loose is very dangerous to innocent people in the vicinity.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Donate to his Super PAC? He'll pardon your crimes. Donate to his Super PAC? He'll appoint you to a government position. Donate to his Super PAC? He'll grant you favorable regulatory rulings that help boost your bottom line. We must not become numb to this blatant corruption.
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Media companies who accept taxpayer money for Trump’s illegal campaign ads should be investigated and prosecuted if appropriate. Media executives accepting this money should be subpoenaed to appear before a Democratic Congress to explain why they are complicit in a crime.
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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Tragic...such innocents taken by the Trump goons...
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
When authoritarians get backed into a corner, they lash out and resort to fear-mongering. This is why Trump is running ominous taxpayer funded ads. But we’re going to organize our friends and neighbors, turn out to vote in November, and deliver a resounding blue wave. Spread the word.
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Rachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
www.projectsaltbox.com/p/ice-buys-1...
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ICE buys $1.3 million in robot dogs from Connecticut company
The agency bought the robots without seeking competing bids, and chose a version built to detect chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear hazards.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
boltsmag.org/prosecutor-a... Hello Wisconsin!
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The 25 Sheriff and Prosecutor Races Set to Shape Criminal Justice and ICE Collaboration - Bolts
Voters face stark choices for offices with vast powers on policing and punishment. Bolts walks you through key contests to watch across a dozen states.
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Abilu Tangwa. @abilutangwa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
We have enough food, technology, and money to save the planet. We just have a system where destroying it is more profitable. That's not a climate problem. That's a greed problem. #ClimateJustice
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Trump and Republicans are terrified of policies that curb their own wealth and power, and the wealth and power of the oligarchs that bankroll them. That's why they're amping up the fearmongering about "socialism."
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal and his government has committed genocide in Gaza. The United States should stop all military assistance to Israel. Saying this is not antisemitic. (I’m Jewish, by the way.)
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Askme @askme99.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
I know I've posted this many times - needs to flood the media until election day.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Following the example set by his dear leader. what a dipshit.
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Rep. Mark Pocan @pocan.house.gov · 24/09/2026
Three months ago, in the House Appropriations Committee, I introduced an amendment to prohibit your taxpayer dollars from being spent on Trump's obnoxious golden ballroom. Unfortunately, every Republican voted against it.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Cost of extending ACA subsidies: $30 billion/year Cost of Trump's Iran War: $43 billion in roughly seven months (and that's a low estimate) It's not a question of what we can afford. It's a question of priorities.
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Spud Lovr @spudlovr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Tiffany seeks to distance himself from Trump, rising gas prices and the Iran war Good luck with that wisconsinexaminer.co... #wipolitics #wigov
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Tiffany seeks to distance himself from Trump, rising gas prices and the Iran war  • Wisconsin Examiner
gubernatorial Republican candidate Tom Tiffany is taking some small steps to distance himself from President Donald Trump.
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Spud Lovr @spudlovr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Data center debate hits 3rd Congressional District race wisconsinexaminer.co... #wipolitics #wigov
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Data center debate hits 3rd Congressional District race • Wisconsin Examiner
U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden and Rebecca Cooke are trying to tie each other to data centers in Wisconsin's 3rd CD race.
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Saukman @saukman.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Good old fashioned normal politics! Your candidates need help in a state? Spend millions of federal dollars there aka "pork"! Who's going to complain? Nobody. And who's going to crow about it? Your candidates.
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Senator Tammy Baldwin @baldwin.senate.gov · 23/09/2026
The President is openly talking about sending armed troops to our polling places. This is not about safety; it is about trying to intimidate voters and tip the scales in the midterm elections. My new bill would stop him in his tracks. www.jsonline.com/story/news/p...
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Tammy Baldwin bill bans ICE agents, National Guard from polling places
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin is introducing a bill to bar the federal government from sending ICE agents and the National Guard to polling sites.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
In 9 months, Zohran Mamdani has: -Secured millions in worker restitution from DoorDash and UberEats -Launched the first stage of his universal childcare program -Cracked down on bad landlords -Balanced NYC's budget without cutting major social services This is what leadership looks like.
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Trump's approval rating just hit an all-time low. Polling for Republicans ahead of the midterms is tanking too. Good news. But do not let the unpopularity of Trump and the GOP result in you becoming complacent. We need to show up this November in numbers so huge that victory cannot be denied.
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Kate Starbird @katestarbird.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Rumors about “rigged elections" are now a fixture of U.S. elections, leading to diminished trust in election results & democracy (broadly). These rumors can sometimes be hard to debunk, esp. in their early stages. Our UW team has identified the 6 common ways that election integrity rumors mislead:
Infographic titled "Six Ways 'Rigged Election' Rumors Mislead." A two-column table pairs six labeled categories with descriptions. The first three categories are:

No Evidence: The rumor is entirely unsubstantiated. There's no evidence to support the rumor.

Fake/False Evidence: The rumor is based on fake or synthetic evidence (e.g. AI-generated content), manipulated evidence, or false witness testimony.

Misinterpreted Evidence: This rumor is based upon real evidence that has been misinterpreted or intentionally mischaracterized to create a false impression.

A black banner then introduces the final three categories: "Real Evidence, Real Voting Issue, False Narrative."

Exaggerated Impact: The rumor centers on a real issue with voting but falsely insinuates or exaggerates impact on election results.

Ignored Remedies: The rumor centers on a real issue with voting but ignores and/or obscures the remedies that would address this problem

False Blame: The rumor centers on a real issue with voting but either falsely attributes intent for an accidental issue or places blame on an innocent party.

Source: UW Center for an Informed Public, September 2026.
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