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Tobes56

@tobes56.bsky.social
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Lover of history whose views veer toward the centre (hopefully not a dying breed).

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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Thanks Tony. Had not heard that one before!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Guarantee if you posted that on X you would have one of the maggots say "but he doesn't take a paycheck"
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
"The human species is not nice enough for socialism" – Fran Lebowitz I don't think we ever were but seems even more so these days. As for Trump supporters, you can add an 'or smart' after the nice.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Am I the only one disturbed that Enya turns 65 today? www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wfY...
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Enya - Only Time (Official 4K Music Video)
YouTube video by enyatv
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Past is prologue ... god, you got that right Fugitive.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Good on you Fugitive : incredible to think that a lot of what we take for granted in terms of medical care is just not available for Joe/Joanne Public in the US. And your crush Kylie has certainly been on the front foot re cancer advocacy. Have a good weekend Fugitive and Jess!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
From The Chaser ...
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
We all love to hate certain politicians and their enablers, but I'm struggling to find, in Australia, a more despicable piece of shit than James Ashby. And that really says something given who is boss is. #OneNation
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
The most surprising thing about Trump is that we still seem to get surprised at what he says and does.
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Raider @iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Charlize Theron on the Night Her Mother Killed Her Father in Self-Defense Unfortunately, this is not an isolated story. These things are prevalent in a lot of homes. Women really get a very, very unfair shake, even in this country. Nobody takes it seriously.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Incredible to think, living in a western country, that news of one-big-mac-too-many would be celebrated with greater zeal than that of fellow evil bastard, Putin.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
That is so well put! Sadly, instead of waking each morning with a sense of hope, I now hope for an obituary.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Colour me shocked that an anti-LGBT, pro-life, maggoted moron - who voted against making lynching a federal hate crime - is also a misogynist. Go get him AOC.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
I remember as a kid there was this little shit that lived nearby. Mum kept on saying to give him a pass because he’d had a ‘hard life’. But he still kept bullying smaller children, time after time. Always think of that kid whenever I see Israel has bombed another building full of woman and children.
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Carl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Whom to believe? 🤡 @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2026/04/03/w...
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Almost impossible to set the bar any lower, yet millions would still vote for him. What a sad indictment on the education system.
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 03/04/2026
Since the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran on Feb. 28, President Trump has made contradictory statements about the U.S.'s strategy for the war. Read more about what Trump said his aims were hours after those attacks and where the war stands now: www.nytimes.com/2026/04/01/u...
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
What do you call 'em over there? They're known as Labor Rats down under.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
How is there not a Jonestown every other day in the US? Saving grace for the maggots is that most grifters aren't into self harm.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
That may well be the most applicable commentary I've read in quite some time. The scariest humans on earth are those that despise everyone that isn't like them.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
I'm not really a betting man Fugitive but it's short odds that if Jesus comes back for a second crack, he'll get killed again ... by christians!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Difficult to argue that the incumbents aren't stale and blunder prone, but how would you seriously vote for the other mob? Serious question ... how many other oppositions with that much internal fighting in an election year have gone on to lead successful governments?
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
All good here thanks Fugitive : actually a bit bloody cool here today - winter is comin' (then again, it is Victoria so it could be a heat wave by this afternoon 😀)
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
15k followers! Always said cream rises to the surface!! 😀 Can't get over Cliff will turn 86 this year.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
I'd be willing to bet that Trump wouldn't know Albo's name unless reminded and probably struggle to pick out Australia on a map. Might have been different if Epstein had a guest house here.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
I know we're all a little worried as to where AI is going to take us, but this is very good ... youtube.com/shorts/4kRf4...
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Iran War - The movie trailer
YouTube video by Vandahood Live
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Good thing I got the follow early because I can barely handle a mild Chilli Con Carne and the closest I've got to 'Spicy' in decades is accidentally watching Wannabe on YouTube!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
I'm duty bound to cheer on the Matildas tomorrow but full marks to the Japanese coach for his : "it's like a bee explaining to a fly why honey tastes better than shit". How did I make it to nearly 70 before hearing that one before??
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
No, but I like the way you're thinking Fugitive : would make a great name for a band :)
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Well, I certainly tumbled 😆 Didn't have a clue who he was!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
I hope I'm wrong, but I think when we get to April, we're going to consider March to be a great month by comparison. I'm one of those that believe the world would be a lot better place if Trump drops off the perch today, but we're still going to feel the ramifications for years to come.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Watching Marles on 7.30 ... seriously, is there anyone out there that considers him a good media performer? Fuck, it worries me that he's only a heartbeat away from the top job (if so, for hopefully less days than Frank Forde!).
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
I wonder how the good folk of Maranoa feel about their representative having run out of energy when there is still 2 years to run on his term?
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Definitely put a tick in the plus column when it comes to the Fugitive! I'm sure you'll have a good time in Oz, Rob. And don't worry, you'll find plenty of opportunities to lose golf balls down under!!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Always reminds of that one bloke who used to turn up to gatherings, brag about how good he was, then, after pissing off, everyone would say what a wanker he is! Makes you wonder what the world has turned into if this dipshit is considered an 'influencer'.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Botox and toxic ...
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Why am I reminded of General Dreedle and Moodus from Catch 22?
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
How many more countries is Israel allowed to invade before any form of criticism isn't deemed anti-semitic?
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Thanks Magical ... had forgotten about Thiel! Good idea by the way re the submersible :)
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Spent a good part of the day watching Trump's war, the mini series on Fox creator Roger Ailes and now the Epstein files on ABC ... and we're worried about whether there are any good Muslims?
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
An oldie but a goldie! Never realised he was born in Egypt and took his stage name from the explorer.
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Antfarmer @antfarmer.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
LOL. Someone has leaked the damaging secret review. Dutton blaming others for his abject defeat. Hume and Taylor fingered for their gaffes. Price nailed for her dumb MAGA plagiarism. Looks like they’ve learned nothing. Struggling Albo must thank his lucky stars www.theage.com.au/politics/fed...
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‘Unprofessional attempt at a hit job’: Dutton lets fly as Liberal review leaks
Former Coalition leader Peter Dutton has described the Liberal Party’s suppressed election review as a gratuitously personal hit job after the full report was leaked to this masthead.
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Jen Taub @jentaub.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
The only way you could get me to watch the state of the union tonight is if there reliable proof that Trump were going to be arrested on camera for the rape of a 13-year-old child charges.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
I've seen clips of previous state of the union addresses and they must be among the biggest wankfests of all time. And some of those were from presidents I admired. As for listening to Trump for an hour straight, I'd rather put certain body parts through a grinder.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
What a legacy for those three : clearly all in privileged positions yet make their mark by spreading hate and division.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
😆 Ah, I've got much more hope for you Fugitive : reckon you're just getting warmed up!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Thanks Fugitive ... and yes, the big seven-oh later in the year. Like to say I'm wiser, but that's probably a myth. Enjoyed the journey though and the vast majority of fellow travellers.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
True : many of us still cringe about the Australian PM's kiss arse "all the way with LBJ" and that was back in the 60s. A year later said PM drowned when he went out for a paddle in rough surf and we named a swimming pool after him, so not sure what that says about us!
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