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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
As close as you'll get to flawless casting. Can I get a 'you betcha' ?? 😂
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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
Sadly it still wouldn't have stopped Trump winning in '24. You can understand why Republicans wouldn't want it though ... arguably, they wouldn't have got a look in between '92 and '24 if it came down to the popular vote.
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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
Never seen that one before ... BRILLIANT!!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Swear to god that the first reporter to ask him "is that your favourite bible verse" should get free drinks for life.
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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 · 19/04/2026
Israel outraged? Wow, that's strange.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
I know it's a cult, but absolutely gobsmacked that the maggots aren't even questioning why Trump was at the UFC while ceasefire negotiations were going on for a war he started?
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Different times, different measures, but can't escape the notion that we'd be much better off if Keating Version 2 was running the show.
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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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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
There might be a question at times as to the level of bias on the ABC, but heaven help me if 7, 9 or Sky are the answer.
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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
I don't think anyone seriously believes that Trump will resign. Even if impeached (not likely given the senate majority) he'd call for an insurrection that would make Jan 6 look like a church picnic.
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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
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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 · 01/04/2026
Incredible to think there are people in the poorest areas of the US that would call him a commie for such utterances.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
We need to get with the program Fugitive ... evidently it all falls under "God's plan". It's clearly over my head as to why all the good things that happen to a sinful old bastard like me are because of God, but leukemia wards full of young children are simply part of a plan.
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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
And what about the hook regarding big telcos spending all that money on regional access that we city folk have to pay for? We really are becoming a fuck you society.
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
I'm beginning to wonder just when I lost the plot : I seem to remember a time when, if I punched someone in the face and then I got punched back, 99% of the people didn't think I was the victim.
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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 · 15/03/2026
I remember when JFK was killed and the outpouring of grief. Can't believe in one lifetime that millions, while not all actively celebrating, would actually welcome Trump stepping off this mortal coil.
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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 · 11/03/2026
Who cares about fuel? Just let me know when I need to stock up on toilet rolls again!
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Tobes56 @tobes56.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Have always been astounded by - especially poor Americans - who have been convinced that the rich paying a fair tax rate is a form of socialism.
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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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