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Mark Taylor-Canfield: Journalist/Musician/Author/Actor
@marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
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Executive Director - Democracy Watch News, Former Huffington Post Writer, MTC REPORT at Youtube, Articles At Daily Kos, Truthout, Seattle Star, etc.
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marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
Here's a warning
RE: #WhiteHouse app.

Does anyone really trust this administration with their personal data?

#Trump #authoritarianism
justinjest.bsky.social Justin Jest @justinjest.bsky.social · 2d
As we suspected:
September 24, 2026 at 2:32 AM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
#Trump admin's goal is to intimidate, threaten and frighten people into compliance with his authoritarian regime.
texasobserver.org Texas Observer @texasobserver.org · 1d
Earlier: “It’s gotten that bad: People don’t want to register their children to school. They don’t want to do groceries. They don’t even want to stop by the store for their morning coffee.”
'Living like Vampires': ICE Surge Fractures Daily Life in Deep South Texas
"It's gotten that bad: People don't want to register their children to school. They don't want to do groceries. They don't even want to stop by the store for their morning coffee."
www.texasobserver.org
September 24, 2026 at 2:28 AM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
I participated in #RightsCon2026. Largest international #humanrights conference! Conference was cancelled in April by #Zambia's govt reportedly after pressure from #China.

Sessions available on demand at website. You won't hear this dialogue in US #news #media!

rightscon.summit.tc/t/rightscon-...
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September 24, 2026 at 2:21 AM
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#VotingRights are 🔑 to any functioning #democracy!

Check out our non-profit @democracywatchnews.bsky.social

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brennancenter.org Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 2d
Victory: a federal judge dismissed the DOJ’s lawsuit seeking Washington voters’ private data. It’s one of 30 lawsuits the DOJ filed against states over their voter rolls. Federal courts have rejected 25 of them and haven’t ruled on the remaining 5. 1/3
Victory for Washington State Voters: Federal Court Dismisses DOJ Lawsuit Seeking Private Voter Data
This marks the 25th loss for the Department of Justice in their campaign to obtain state voter files
www.brennancenter.org
September 24, 2026 at 2:17 AM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
#Seattle's hometown hero #Macklemore got kicked off a national tour for speaking out against genocide against the Palestinian people. Four acts from the same tour have now refused to participate in protest: #Finneus #AaronRowe #LukasGraham and #Beoga.
#freespeech
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Macklemore Dropped From Ed Sheeran Tour After Onstage 'Free Palestine' Statements
Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour after several venues allegedly said they would not allow a concert with the rapper to take place.
www.rollingstone.com
September 17, 2026 at 4:03 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
I've been invited to perform my song "Battle In Seattle" in #NYC at the #OccupyWallStreet 15th anniversary event at #ZuccottiPark.

Links to the #music video and my article are published on the #Occupy2026 website:

occupy2026.org/music/it-is-...

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

#art #democracy
It is important for artists and musicians to use their voices to demand justice, equality and democracy
As we celebrate the successes of Occupy Wall Street and consider the lessons we learned, it is important for artists and musicians to use their voices to demand justice, equality and democracy at a ti...
occupy2026.org
September 16, 2026 at 9:52 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
#OccuppyWallStreet 15th anniversary scheduled for Sept 17 #ZuccottiPark in #NYC.
I'll be contributing some of my #music.

#TomMorello from #RageAgainstTheMachine made a video in support of the event.

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@hartmannreport.com
@gregpalast.bsky.social

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Occupy 2026 - 15th Anniversary Revival
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September 12, 2026 at 8:06 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
Watch/listen today to me on @JeffSantosShow 2:30 PM PT. #OccupyWallStreet 15th anniversary at #ZuccottiPark Sept 17. We invited #TomMorello and #CornelWest.
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All the shows are available on demand!

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

For more info on #S17
#ows
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The Jeff Santos Show | Progressive Radio
Jeff Santos supports a vision focused on justice, equality, and opportunity, with priorities that include expanding healthcare, ensuring economic fairness, and advancing civil rights for all Americans...
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September 11, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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texasobserver.org
"We say that people should be able to form their own opinions. This right to form one’s own opinion should extend to a student’s opinion that studying gender and sexuality, variables that impact everyone, is worth their investment."
University of Houston Is Gutting Its Gender and Sexuality Classes. That Won’t Stop Texas' Crusade Against Higher Ed.
College administrators wrongly hope that anticipatory obedience will satisfy a GOP-run Texas Legislature that is increasingly hostile toward education.
www.texasobserver.org
August 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
We had a great time at #Seattle's #PioneerSquare #artwalk!

Thanks to all the galleries and artists who make it possible every first Thursday of the month. It was good seeing so many people out on the town supporting our local artists.

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

#art #culture
September 4, 2026 at 5:48 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
#ICE detention centers are often dangerous places for immigrants and detainees.
This camp in #Texas is one example.

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social
texasobserver.org Texas Observer @texasobserver.org · 21d
At least 3 people have died while detained at Camp East Montana in the past year, including a 55-year-old father whose death on January 3 was ruled a homicide after security guards beat him. in February, an inspection report found dozens of violations of national detention standards.
ICE Contractor for Controversial Camp East Montana Is Trailed by Fraud Allegations
To continue running the deadly El Paso detention center, the feds turn to a company that’s faced numerous lawsuits from labor unions and former employees and is actively fighting a whistleblower in…
www.texasobserver.org
September 4, 2026 at 5:27 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
Without watchdogs government officials are not held accountable and #corruption can run rampant.

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

@hartmannreport.com

#accountability
brennancenter.org Brennan Center @brennancenter.org · 21d
The crisis facing inspectors general is also an opportunity to strengthen federal oversight. Former Department of Homeland Security Inspector General John Roth shares recommendations for restoring inspectors general’s independence. bit.ly/4zOOOeN
Restoring Independence to Government Watchdogs
Stronger job protections, auditing standards, and oversight are needed to allow inspectors general to do their jobs effectively.
www.brennancenter.org
September 4, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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I'll be a guest on Jeff Santos Show today at 2PM talking about the withdrawal of recall petition vs #Seattle's democratic socialist mayor #KatieWilson. I'm usually his weekly guest every Friday 2:30 PT

I intelligent, #progressive talk show!
thejeffsantosshow.com

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social
The Jeff Santos Show | Progressive Radio
Jeff Santos supports a vision focused on justice, equality, and opportunity, with priorities that include expanding healthcare, ensuring economic fairness, and advancing civil rights for all Americans...
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September 3, 2026 at 8:35 PM
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#FoxNews's #TiTok has nearly 11 million followers. On #YouTube, 64 of top 100 largest political channels are conservative. #1 news #podcast on #Spotify is #TuckerCarlsonShow.

This is exactly why #RobetReich founded #InequalityMediaCivicAction

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September 3, 2026 at 2:13 AM
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If you love #democracy and the original ideals that inspired a revolution, it's time to speak out loudly, clearly and consistently. Use whatever platform you have.

I suggest you use it while we still have the opportunity.

Photo by Me!

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

#authoritarianism #NoKings
September 1, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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#Trump regime actions are unconstitutional but many folks in US feel powerless.

Hoping for change via ballot box but #jerrymandering, voter list purging & suppression of mail in voting is further desintegrating #democracy.

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social
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You Could Be Next: Trump’s Gestapo Tactics Are Getting Worse | Common Dreams
Wake up, America. You're living in a nightmare.
www.commondreams.org
September 1, 2026 at 5:38 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
My latest video @ #Youtube

The Mysterious Time Portal!

#Seattle immersive #art exhibit at #ColiseumOfArt sponsored by #ConruArtFoundation.

Very trippy!

Subscribe to my channel for more ad-free videos.

Thanks!

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

youtube.com/shorts/QFm0a...

#opticalillusion
Entering The Time Portal
YouTube video by Mark Taylor-Canfield
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August 29, 2026 at 1:12 AM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
Check me out today on #JeffSantosShow for my weekly Friday segment 2:30 PM PT/5:30 ET!

Talking about recall effort vs #Seattle's democratic socialist mayor #KatieWilson & #movie being filmed in the city about local #music starring #LewisBlack.
thejeffsantosshow.com

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social
The Jeff Santos Show | Progressive Radio
Jeff Santos supports a vision focused on justice, equality, and opportunity, with priorities that include expanding healthcare, ensuring economic fairness, and advancing civil rights for all Americans...
thejeffsantosshow.com
August 28, 2026 at 7:37 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
#ICE agent accused of shooting Venezuelan immigrant and covering it up is released from #Texas jail.

Gov. Abbott has refused to respond to extradition order from #Minnesota
Atty General #KeithEllison.

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

#ChristianCastro #immigration

www.cnn.com/2026/08/27/u...
ICE agent accused of shooting Venezuelan immigrant and covering it up is released from Texas jail | CNN
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer charged with shooting a man and lying about it during the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis was released from a Texas jail Thursday, after a judge ref...
www.cnn.com
August 27, 2026 at 6:07 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
My latest article for #DemocracyWatchNews!

US is ranked 64th on #WorldPressFreedomIndex but US #news media does report this.

Most censored story of our times?

democracywatchnews.org/2026/07/with...

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@gregpalast.bsky.social
@thomhartmann.skystack.xyz

#freepress
Without a Free Press There Can Be No Democracy!
The recent subpeonas of U.S. journalists by the Department of Justice reflects a growing hostility… Continue Reading Without a Free Press There Can Be No Democracy!
democracywatchnews.org
August 26, 2026 at 5:26 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
We're on #LakeUnion in kayaks and paddle boards in #Seattle trying to figure out why we are seeing a large black ploom of smoke coming from the southeast.

#news #breaking
August 25, 2026 at 2:58 AM
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"Mother Freedom" dedicated to people struggling for #justice & #freedom! See #music video on #Youtube.

Subscribe to my channel for more of my #journalism and music. I also have songs on #NPR music site as part of #TinyDeskConcert contest.
youtu.be/PkJ1NJ9wDmo?...

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social
"Mother Freedom" Music Video Dedicated To All People Fighting For Justice! by Mark Taylor-Canfield
YouTube video by Mark Taylor-Canfield
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August 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM
marktaylorcanfield.bsky.social
We had a great time at #Seattle's #BelltownBlast #art & #music festival! Thanks to #Jupiter #Shortys #WhiskyBar #BelltownYachtClub for great after parties. We saw some fun bands including #Muneca & our friend artist #KatlynHubner painted a canvas on the street.

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social
August 17, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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I'm weekly guest on #JeffSantosShow broadcasting nationally on #radio stations across country Fridays 2:30 PM PT/5:30 PM ET.

We'll be talking #AI generated #music, #FCC ruling on corporate #media ownership, etc

Livestreaming at #Youtube.

thejeffsantosshow.com

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social
The Jeff Santos Show | Progressive Radio
Jeff Santos supports a vision focused on justice, equality, and opportunity, with priorities that include expanding healthcare, ensuring economic fairness, and advancing civil rights for all Americans...
thejeffsantosshow.com
August 14, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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UW audit found #Renton's system was one of 17 agencies throughout state that were compromised.

#Flock's programming allowed U.S. Border Patrol agents "back door" access to Renton's camera array.

#democracy #BigBrother

@democracywatchnews.bsky.social

www.king5.com/article/news...
Renton City Council votes to physically cover Flock cameras, first policy in western U.S.
The move comes amid public scrutiny over the system's data security, prompted by a 2025 study that revealed unauthorized federal data mining of the cameras.
www.king5.com
August 13, 2026 at 6:54 PM