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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
No Kings Day in Conway, NH.
Members of the North Sandwich NH Quakers at "No Kings Day" in Conway, NH
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Matt Shuham @mattshuham.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
This DiffChecker comparison shows the differences between the internal Paul Weiss version of the agreement shared by Chair Brad Karp, left, and what Trump posted on Truth Social, right.
A screenshot shows two versions of a statement with significant differences between them. There are too many words displayed to paste the full text. But I will note the main differences between them. From my story: 

The primary differences are additions in Trump’s version: After the firm commits to merit-based hiring, promotion and retention, Trump’s version adds: “and will not adopt, use, or pursue any DEI policies” — a reference to “diversity, equity and inclusion” initiatives that Trump has targeted throughout government and the private sector.

Later, Paul Weiss says it will dedicate the equivalent of $40 million for pro bono legal services on various initiatives. The firm’s internal version refers to “these initiatives,” while Trump’s version refers to “the Administration’s initiatives.” Both versions list “assisting our Nation’s veterans, fairness in our justice system, the President’s Task Force to Combat Antisemitism, and other mutually agreed projects.” (Trump’s version refers to “the Justice System.”)

Finally, Trump’s version includes a statement from the White House, which says, in part, that Karp “acknowledged the wrongdoing of former Paul, Weiss partner, Mark Pomerantz, the grave dangers of Weaponization, and the vital need to restore our System of Justice.”

There’s no version of that sentiment from Karp in the internal version sent to firm employees. Pomerantz left Paul Weiss in 2021 to work with the Manhattan district attorney’s office, which eventually filed criminal charges against Trump. That case resulted in the only criminal conviction of the president to date. (Pomerantz told The New York Times on Thursday: “I engaged in no wrongdoing by working as a prosecutor to uphold the rule of law.”)
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Senate Democrats: 213 of your fellow Democrats in the House stood up to the Republicans' attempt to enable a monarchy. Do NOT play "Follow the Leader" in the Senate! Vote AGAINST cloture and let Republicans explain why they didn't work with Democrats on a compromise.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
The Senate should not vote for cloture. House Democrats should return to Washington and announce they are ready to negotiate and ask the Republicans to join them to find a common ground to stop the shutdown. And if they do not return, and are not holding town halls, call them out daily or more.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
I just called one of my senators, sent an email to the other, and wrote to Schumer asking him to reconsider his decision. You know the Kennedy Center chairman will be crowing loud and long about his victory and the willingness of the Democrats roll over and play dead.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
If I hear one more "pundit" call Social Security entitlement, I want them to give up claims to their "entitlement" now and have the money sent to a cancer research charity of their choice that they are not affiliated with. And have their employer do the same.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
...And if they do pass something, we all know that the Bobsey Twins will ignore any designation on how the money is spent and either not spend it or use it on another 10 or 12 golfing holidays for the Kennedy Center chairman and another four or five Madame President Musk Roman candles.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
Let's face it- if Congress does not pass something by Friday, the government will shut down... unless Kennedy Center chairman and Madame President Musk does it first.
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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
They want to keep it quiet, so you know what to do.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Is there any chance that during the Congressional break people can march around their representatives' offices 24 hours a day for the duration? Keep reminding them of what their job is? Don't block people, don't harass people, just make them know you are there and watching.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
X If the DOGE "code hackers / experts" are so good, why doesn't Madame President Musk have them working on software so his Cyberdunks won't serve into traffic or catch fire
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
If any fired government worker wants to go back into the building, just walk up to security and say "I was fired yesterday, but they want to unfire me today." Chances are it will work because (a) they don't know and (b) it is probably true.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
My personal wish is that Canada says "Thanks for taking off the tariffs. We're keeping ours in place against you. We are stopping our knee-jerk reactions to your jerk reactions and will see if you calm down and learn a lesson. For now, go sit in a corner and think about what you've done."
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
I was not impressed by the pilot episode of the new reality game show "No Truths, Just Lies" last night- definitely too long and an overbearing host who should stick to his day job of Kennedy Center chairman.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
When they start looking for Federal buildings to sell, at least the White House is off the market already.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Is Speaker Johnson modeling for his bobble-head doll?
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
YOU are not humilated when two people gang up on you, yell at you, and don't let you speak and when you do speak, you remain calm. And I wish media would remember that when they are writing headlines.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
I wish newscasters would stop saying this is a change in the US position- it is a change in TRUMP'S position, he does not represent 50% or more of us per the last election (and the two before that).
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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Says it all.
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Frank Figliuzzi @frankfigliuzzi.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
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Adam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 28/02/2025
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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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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
A disgraceful day.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
I suggest a senior government official visit the Texas areas hardest hit by the measles outbreak to offer hopes and prayers. I nominate RFK Jr.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
X The only thing that might stop a government shutdown in March is that President Busk and their associate, Grump, will realize a lot less money will go to them while it is stopped.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
All Americans are now part of the 4.2%... of the world's population who sees "Gulf of 'Merica" when Googling "Gulf of America".
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
I think a lot of people should start Googling "Gulf of Mexico", like as much as possible. Oh, the first map that shows up gives the wrong name, but all others show "Gulf of Mexico". I also left a 1 star review saying there is not such place, no other map on earth shows it.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
What if you live in a blue state, but the senator in the next state says they are supporting Grump nominees? Write them and say you will no longer be doing business in their state- especially since they have a sales tax and yours doesn't.
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
Top cheers at the Super Bowl if/when President Musk or his assistant, Donald Turmp, does the coin toss: 1. We want Biden! 2. We want Brandon! 3. Don't steal the coin!
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
I believe people should go to a store like WalMart on the 28th and do a lot of shopping with a credit card... ... and immediately return the items to the service desk for a refund. Chances are WalMart will not recoup all of the credit card fees they are charged, costing them money.
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Adam Parkhomenko @adamparkhomenko.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Love this
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tektektek.bsky.social @tektektek.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
You know it is cold when your base layer is your heaviest winter coat and your outer layer is a firepit.
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