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I believe our purpose is to leave the world a little better than we came in. I'm just an average, simply complicated human figuring things out as I go along.

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Great...looks like another bankruptcy is looming.

fortune.com/2026/03/23/u...
The Treasury just declared the U.S. insolvent. The media missed it | Fortune
The Government Accountability Office can't even verify the books. Here's what Congress must do.
fortune.com
March 24, 2026 at 4:28 AM
I'm not on a lot of social media, so asking those that are to please share this on FB, X, & wherever else.

So many think the SAVE America Act is just about showing ID. If that was it, no one would argue against it. Please take 2-3 minutes to understand the intricacies.
apnews.com/article/save...
The biggest change to voting in Republican election bill could become a burden for many US voters
Congressional Republicans are pushing voting legislation that's backed by President Donald Trump and would require voters to produce documentary proof of citizenship in order to register for federal e...
apnews.com
March 14, 2026 at 7:26 PM
TikTok - Make Your Day
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March 7, 2026 at 6:03 PM
March 6, 2026 at 3:07 AM
I called my reps today to Stop Unauthorized Military Strikes on Iran (UPDATED 3/4) - HOUSE VOTE THURSDAY.
Please call, too, especially if you have republican representatives: 5calls.org/issue/iran-i...
Stop Unauthorized Military Strikes on Iran (UPDATED 3/4) - HOUSE VOTE THURSDAY ⭑ 5 Calls
Updates March 4, 2026: By a vote of 47-53, the Senate voted down war powers resolution S. J. Res. 104. Sen. Paul (R-KY) voted Yes with Democrats, …
5calls.org
March 5, 2026 at 2:51 AM
We have to make sure to use our own "Power of the Purse." We have the power to keep ethical, unbiased, true journalism profitable and, therefore, the preferred business plan.

Why 2026 looks ominous for the media industry, from movies to news www.npr.org/2026/01/10/n...
2026 looks ominous for media, from Hollywood to journalism
Critic at large Eric Deggans says that in 2026, audiences have more power than they realize to determine the future of news and entertainment.
www.npr.org
January 11, 2026 at 2:04 AM
So proud of everyone tonight! It's a great night to send a message!
November 5, 2025 at 2:40 AM
The truth behind those trying to say the Pope replaced Dolan for political reasons.
September 30, 2025 at 1:38 AM
I'm attending NJ Victory 2025's event, “50 Days to Victory Weekend Textbank for NJ Dems!” - sign up now to join me! #NJVictory2025 www.mobilize.us/njvictory202...
50 Days to Victory Weekend Textbank for NJ Dems! · NJ Victory 2025
Join NJ Victory 2025 to text voters about why it's critical we elect Mikie Sherrill governor as well as Democrats all the way down the ballot! Whether its your first time phonebanking or you are a re...
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September 27, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Adults, shush! The children are speaking!

It seems they are far more level-headed than the ones in charge. The students moved on, made up and remain friends.

nypost.com/2025/09/22/u...
California high school student suspended after MAGA hat he wore to honor Charlie Kirk was stolen, sparking dispute
An Orange County, California, high school student said he was suspended after his “Make America Great Again” hat was stolen, sparking a political argument with another student.
nypost.com
September 23, 2025 at 12:23 AM
September 11, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Declaring war on its own people. Is this America? How can anyone support this? Poor, deluded, frightened children.
September 6, 2025 at 5:35 PM
I know we won't get the full story because there are so many highly placed people that are part of the story, but I would like to know what this one, in particular, is so terrified about.

www.rawstory.com/trump-epstei...
DOJ's 'disingenuous malarkey' proves Trump is 'deathly afraid': ex-prosecutor
Judge Paul Englemeyer issued a blistering ruling against President Donald Trump's administration on Monday, but explained that he refused to become the patsy. Englemeyer turned down the demand to rele...
www.rawstory.com
August 12, 2025 at 2:23 PM
The party of transparency? Yeah, OK. I'm in the market to purchase a bridge, thinking maybe the Brooklyn area.

DC Circuit orders Trump admin to make spending data public share.google/Wikgzuwssx4T...
DC Circuit shreds Trump admin for concealing spending data, demands that it be made public
An appellate panel has squashed the Trump administration's plans to keep a "Public Apportionment Database" under wraps that tracks how congressionally appropriated taxpayer dollars are being spent.
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August 11, 2025 at 3:46 PM
It seems some people don't like when they are called to task for their gender affirming treatments.

“It’s so lazy to just constantly make fun of women for how they look,”

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Kristi Noem responds to South Park’s crude takedown of her in episode targeting Ice
Cartoon series highlighted homeland security chief’s repeated animal killings and poked fun at her looks
www.theguardian.com
August 8, 2025 at 5:22 PM
How does their base not see the cowardice? Or, since fear is their main source of sustenance, is it simply A-OK with them?

Republicans Would Rather Shut Down Congress Than Discuss the Epstein Files share.google/4TmODkJzmnCe...
Republicans Would Rather Shut Down Congress Than Discuss the Epstein Files
The lesson for Democrats is that they should force confrontations, especially when they drive a wedge into the GOP base.
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July 22, 2025 at 9:09 PM
For those Americans who do truly love our country, on this day celebrating our independence:

God Bless America!
Keep Her Great!
Keep Her Strong!
Keep Her Free from Tyrany!
Keep Her True to the Ideals She was Founded upon!
July 4, 2025 at 5:20 PM
57% and 59% disapproval rating in two polls and 53% in another. Seems like a trend.

Donald Trump's Approval Rating Plunges in Multiple Polls - Newsweek share.google/9PVSHwG4CQ0t...
Donald Trump's approval rating plunges in multiple polls
Recent polls showed considerable dips of Trump's net approval rating on the backdrop of the Iran-Israel conflict.
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June 24, 2025 at 4:05 PM
June 19, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Message of the day seen while taking a walk.
Good night, my BlueSky friends.
June 15, 2025 at 11:28 PM
After No Kings Day, It must be sinking in that they don't hold the sway over the American public they think they do.

You know what to do. Make phone calls, send letters/write emails, show up, make it known this is not what The People want! Remove that provision now

www.usatoday.com/story/news/p...
Senate keeps provision curbing judge's orders in Donald Trump's budget bill
The Senate kept a controversial provision that experts say threatens the enforcement of court orders in package of Trump's legislative priorities.
www.usatoday.com
June 15, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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fightbacknews.org/articles/los... Los Angeles: Immigrant rights activist Alejandro Orellana raided by FBI — Fight Back! News
June 14, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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It is rumored that on June 14th, Proud Boys, and alt.. right groups plan to infiltrate the protests, attack the police and destroy property.

If violence breaks out at your protest sit DOWN.
Leave only the provocateurs standing

Please share far and wide. Do not let them provoke you.
June 12, 2025 at 4:58 AM
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And if they arrest you, don't answer any questions! Demand to see a lawyer!
June 11, 2025 at 11:02 PM