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WicksStephen

@whipsticks.bsky.social
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Scientist, organizer, dad, and husband. Has been advocating for climate action for decades. Democratic county campaign manager whose county increased dem vote share in 2024 relative to 2020. Local #Indivisible co-chair #Geothermal #ClimateAdvocacy.

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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
One month. One month until the next NoKings. The tactic is to short-circuit potential efforts to compromise voting day by voting early where possible. We want massive by-in to the early voting effort. #nokings #earlyvote
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
The alarm bells are going off. This piece relates to the ongoing structural asphyxiation of democracy. It does address the evidence of direct vote manipulation discussed by the Election Truth Alliance. With both efforts in play, things look pretty grim. cmarmitage.substack.com/p/trump-wont...
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Trump Won't Cancel Elections. There's a Far More Dangerous Plan in Motion.
Public Policy and Investigative Journalism
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Welcome to Lupinville...
A cluster of purple Lupin flowers at peak at the corner of a garden lining the wall of a red house.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
This is absolutely required reading. An amazing synthesis, somewhat speculative, of the events surrounding the end of the #Epstein operation... #NRA #GOP #spycraft alisav.substack.com/p/the-handle...
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The Handler: Karyna Shuliak, Jeffrey Epstein, and the Intelligence Operation Hiding in Plain Sight
How a Belarusian dentist may have ended the Epstein operation from the inside — and delivered its archive to Moscow
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Starting now. www.youtube.com/live/EoFf6vH...
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Callais Decision: Rapid Response Call
YouTube video by No Kings
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
It should be illegal to leverage a stock holding or other non-cash asset to secure a low-interest rate loan.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
Before I sleep, I just have to say... The Artemis mission was inspiring, but it's just a little dimmer that it happened under the current admin.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Why query context matters. AI doesn't manage scope well. It won't, for example, consider climate impacts on livability when asked if Florida is a good place to buy a house to live in (AI answer: emphatic "YES!") unless explicitly told to do so (AI answer: "unlivable within decades!").
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
This seems to say something about the athletic inclinations of different kinds of EV owners. Today at a bank of 5 EV chargers at Sugarloaf in Maine (skiers): 4 Ford F150 Lightings and 1 Ford Mustang Mach E.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
I keep seeing the NYT and other media stories today about how to watch the SotU. Two comments: First: Duh. Second: The question that really needs an answer is "Why watch the SotU?", not "How".
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
The Canada - US women’s Olympic gold medal hockey game is lit!
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
We need Obi-wan Kenobi now more than ever. He is our only hope.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
The tide is turning on this failed attempt to transform our democracy into authoritarian regime. The people will not stand for it. Remember, it’s not red vs blue; it’s all about the ultra wealthy turning us against each other while the wealth vampires suck the dollars from our proverbial necks.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Up here in Maine, we are in the midst of a significant press from ICE. Our larger communities are losing friends and family. I have been trained as a verifier/observer. I’ll respond to local hotline sightings of ICE activity in the area, and record activity.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
I'm attending Swing Left's event, “Ground Truth: New Volunteer Orientation” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/swingleft/ev...
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Ground Truth: New Volunteer Orientation · Swing Left
Get involved with [Ground Truth](https://ourgroundtruth.org)—Swing Left’s innovative, people-powered program that’s helping Democrats win back power by reimagining how we talk with voters. In this 30-...
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
Well hell… now we are doing regime change again? This is so embarrassing!
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
All those that don’t understand the timing of the Vanity Fair interview with susie wiles: it was a planned distraction timed to make you not pay attention to the Epstein files train wreck.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
#blackrabbit Bateman has serious Dude vibes.
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a man with long hair and a beard is holding a cup of coffee with the words morning bro written above him
ALT: a man with long hair and a beard is holding a cup of coffee with the words morning bro written above him
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Mike Lindell is going to lose so massively. His will be the supervolcano of loses.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
You would think that those to whom all of our money flows would have figured by now that first, this shit won't fly anymore. The "Marie Antoinette"-moment is just around the corner. And second, even if we could be cowed further, they would just be the naked mad kings ruling over a broken land.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Remember: The oligarchs who control our economy and democracy seek to divide us so they can become more powerful. They want us to turn on each other so we don't look up and see where all the wealth and power have gone. Don't fall for it.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Hey, remember the "For the People Act" in the 116th congress? It passed the House and would have passed the Senate had it not been for Joe Manchin and Kirstin Sinema refusing to carve out a filibuster exception for democracy reform. Given the last 5 years, do you think those 2 still sleep at night?
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Dinner tonight… is that kielbasa or a tuber on my fork?
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
My take on the recent election wins: @indivisible and local chapters, NoKings etc., and other activist organizers deserve a ton of credit. The frothiness, among progressives, churned by these organizers, drove turnout to 11 and tamped down @gop enthusiasm.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Head’s up folks. This is happening. Don’t spend your money at national corporations that week. Plan ahead. Shop locally, and stock up.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
OK. If 3i/Altas is a ship and not a rock, let's hope it doesn't come to Earth for intro's until after 2028... Otherwise if would be like that Tragically Hip song "Courage (for Hugh MacLennan)" ... 🎵Couldn't Come at a Worse Time...🎤🎵
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
This is looking to be a low scoring affair. Gausman is dealing. Prediction Jays 2 Dodgers 1.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
For those of you who have sent money after hearing Graham Platner (Maine) talk for 2 mins should be aware of huge problems with his campaign. He is not what he appears to be and he has lost two campaign managers in the last 5 days. They know what's coming.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
I voted today in Maine. Just two questions on the ballot. Question 1). A voter suppression question hiding behind a mask of election security (vote No on 1!) Question 2). A Red Flag law to give us the tools to remove guns from folks that are considered dangerous. (Vote Yes on 2)!
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
11 strikeouts from a rookie in World Series game 5 from a guy with fewer than 5 MLB regular season starts under his belt is YeSavage! Domination! #bluejays.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
I’m too old to handle yet another George Springer injury.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
@torontobluejays.bsky.social I think the ALDS championship warrants a post…
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Jays are headed to the World Series after starting the series against Seattle down two games. Springer is out of his mind! #ALDS #worldseries
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
What are the chances that, if the discharge petition from the house is delivered, that the White House actually releases the full Epstein files?Will they? Yes or no!
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SPAM (from Daniel Gamboa) @danielgamboa820.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
No Kings San Antonio @newmoon072217.bsky.social @resist4747.bsky.social @rj-espo.bsky.social @timothyartz.bsky.social @catservantx3.bsky.social @whipsticks.bsky.social @dadkind.bsky.social @pefnic.bsky.social @inspiredthoughtz.bsky.social @darvicbliss.bsky.social @celiene-ohara.bsky.social
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
OK. Place bets on which SCOTUS members are on the Epstein client list! My bet: Roberts, Alito, Thomas. At least 2 of the 3.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Righteous Signage.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
No Kings days upon us it’s go time!
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
#ALCS game 5 looks like it will be tight. I’m guessing 3-1 Jays.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Where will you be on Oct. 18th? I'll be joining thousands on a bridge for peaceful protest! Find your rally point at nokings.org mobilize.us/s/WyreFY
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NO KINGS Rally - Wiscasset Bridge · No Kings
**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
What happens when you drop a large pumpkin on a pickup truck from 175 ft in the air?
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
In my town we ask, “What happens when you drop a 440 lb pumpkin from 175 feet in the air?”
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
What little power you have to sway gov’t is exerted via the institutions that you touch: your church, your union, your employer, establishments that you frequent, etc. These institutions tend to cleave to the status quo until enough (3.5%) of their individual constituents disrupt and demand change.
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Bill Morris 💙 @lcars24.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Bluelist 730 @newmoon072217.bsky.social @resist4747.bsky.social @rj-espo.bsky.social @timothyartz.bsky.social @catservantx3.bsky.social @whipsticks.bsky.social @dadkind.bsky.social @pefnic.bsky.social @inspiredthoughtz.bsky.social @darvicbliss.bsky.social @celiene-ohara.bsky.social
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LucyATX @lucyfro.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
YES! And pls DONATE if you can -- we expect 20K or more in Austin, TX -- need $ for PA systems, water, port-a-potties, etc www.handsoffcentraltx.org/donate
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Donate — Hands Off Central TX
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
From now until the 18th I am going to make daily notes about why it’s critical that folks register for and attend a local NoKings rally on Oct 18th. To start with, understand that what little power you have to sway gov’t is exerted via the institutions that you touch.
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WicksStephen @whipsticks.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
In these dark times, watching Vladdy in beer-soaked revelry and Big Papi (sitting between A-Rod and Jeter) repeatedly scream “Daaaa Jankees looossseee!” Together while “New York, New York” play in the clubhouse background somehow brought joy again to this dark heart. #bluejays #aldschampionship
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FireHorseLioness @firehorselioness.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
@jmybuckeye.bsky.social @lowcalcalzonezone.bsky.social @findingzen498.bsky.social @qbsack.bsky.social @lapamcdah.bsky.social @firehorselioness.bsky.social @nanapone.bsky.social @whipsticks.bsky.social @mlf3430.bsky.social @bluessister91.bsky.social @grandparufusmusic.com
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Peter Jukes @peterjukes.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
It’s increasingly clear that convicted Russian influencer Nathan Gill was a senior member of Farage’s entourage. (Banks and Wigmore were also in and out of the Russian embassy sharing FBI files, RT talking points, and discussing gold and diamond privatisation deals)
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