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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

North Jersey drivers are bad because they don’t care whether they live or die. New England drivers are bad because they’re assholes. Maryland drivers are just plain dumb

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 28/09/2026

Two years after Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, some state leaders worry that recovery is slowing, especially as it’s increasingly politicized in a consequential election year. By @zachblackburn.bsky.social and @nenonicolosio.bsky.social (unlocked): www.nationaljournal.com/s/733025/two...

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Two years after Helene, Western North Carolina voters reevaluate hurricane response

The hard-hit Appalachian region ponders its choices for the House and Senate.

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I genuinely refuse to believe that people think Godfather II is better than Godfather. Baffling

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I understand why Bonita made the agreement, but why did AGs from other states sign on? Can’t find reporting on why they were unwilling/unable to keep challenging in court

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

American University doesn’t want you to have this

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Ej Dickson @ejdickson.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

There is a corner of the internet I had never heard of before I started reporting this story. It’s called the “burnerverse”: a network of anon burner accounts ostensibly discussing college sports. But they have another goal: destroying young girls’ lives.🧵: www.wired.com/story/burner...

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A College Girl Was Exploited on Camera. A Network of Anonymous Men Got to Work

Maddie Kowalski is one of countless young women who’ve had their lives destroyed by the burnerverse, a loosely connected online community of sports fans. Now she’s fighting back.

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

The world would be perfect if I could ticket people for their behavior. Taking up three seats on the Amtrak for no reason? That’s $300 right now sir. Or we’re getting the law involved

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

That’s right. This clock hit zero.

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

When I was a kid reading the Da Vinci Code, I thought all the stuff about hidden messages in the art was real. I was like Holy Shit How Did Nobody Notice, Of Course! I was much too young to be reading the Da Vinci Code

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Wisdom teeth coming out in T-minus 8 hours. Incredible elections analysis coming your way in T-minus 9 hours.

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

It says a lot about the current Dem primary environment that a moderate is taking a victory lap after a demsoc put up 40% in a competitive South Florida district. Any other year, and panic would ensue

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Thomas J. Smith raised no money, nabbed no notable endorsements, dropped out of the race, and actively told voters to support someone else. He woke up this morning with the GOP nomination in MI-08

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

rip Tarik Skubal I will miss you

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

my Our Call in National Journal’s Hotline this morning:

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Do not tell the vegan police that James Talarico is eating meat to win Texas

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

This Washington Post headline looks eerily similar to a DSA agenda item

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

The House of Representatives is a magical place. Being a member of the 2010 Jets would disqualify you from any other job, even if you did nothing wrong

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

God pushed heaven into a mini-wheel of wax … and then named it Babybel Monterrey Jack

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

the odyssey! incredible! a gorgeous, ancient greek adaptation of when my car broke down in irvington after a bernie sanders rally

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Argentina going for the coveted Win With Zero Shots title

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Is this the first time FOX has ever broadcast a live event. It seems like it

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Woke up early this morning to compile and analyze House FEC reports. Democratic battleground candidates outraised their GOP counterparts in Q2. Unlocked, with a full, searchable database: www.nationaljournal.com/s/732409/iho...

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Hotline's Q2 House fundraising chart

Democratic donors are voting with their wallets.

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

To be fair, this also trips up South Carolinians

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Just saw MLB is advertising a salary cap during commercial breaks #ok

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

in National Journal earlier today: Some analysis/reflection on mental health in politics after Rep. Tom Kean Jr.’s return from a hospitalization to treat his depression. Unlocked: www.nationaljournal.com/s/732271/tom...

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Tom Kean Jr. came clean about his depression. Will voters find sympathy?

The New Jersey congressman’s disclosure about his treatment for depression sparked renewed conversations about mental illness in politics.

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

This week has the potential to be make-or-break for PJM

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. hasn’t spoken yet, but Mike Johnson has:

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

The Olivia Rodrigo album is extraordinary

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Yesterday was my last day at the New Jersey Globe, and I am leaving N.J. soon and returning to D.C. The past ~2 years were weird, exciting, stressful, and rewarding. I’m very thankful to David, whose loyalty and support wouldn’t have gotten me through my time here⬇️ newjerseyglobe.com/fl/joey-fox-...

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Joey Fox and Zach Blackburn are leaving the New Jersey Globe and here's our tribute to them - New Jersey Globe

A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR This is a difficult announcement to make. It is with mixed emotions that the New Jersey Globe says goodbye to our two incredible

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Refs putting out a hit job on the spurs

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

New Jersey never fails to surprise. Like: Why is JR Smith waiting for a train next to me at the Hamilton station

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Wow: Aaron Sorkin has killed auteurism

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Remember: A Knicks loss is a win for good over evil

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

We’re so back it’s never over

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Tracey Tully @traceytully.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

A governor's first crisis >Delaney detainees start hunger strike >Senator is pepper-sprayed >Trump's border czar meets in Newark City Hall w/ the mayor. Warns he's prepared to deploy 31 tactical units. >“They were preparing for the surge that evening,” Sherrill said. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/07/n...

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A New Governor Faces Her First Crisis Amid Tear Gas and Tough Decisions

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zach blackburn @zachblackburn.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

A sergeant with the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office has been charged with stealing a reporter’s expensive camera while he was assigned to a detail at Delaney Hall, an ICE detention facility: newjerseyglobe.com/fl/after-del...

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After Delaney Hall protest, law enforcement official charged with stealing a reporter's camera - New Jersey Globe

A sergeant with the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office has been charged with stealing a reporter’s camera that was confiscated while he was assigned to a

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