NEW — I spoke to Tom, the guy at the South Carolina Trump rally who compared the president's supporters to the Jonestown Massacre. We talked about his loathing for Trump, his love of death metal, and where he learned his impeccable comedic timing.
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Read our full chat here:
I talked to Tom, the viral ‘Jonestown’ Trump rally guy
He planned to make good trouble. But he didn't expect to be handed a Fox News mic.
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October 30, 2026 at 2:36 AM
Read our latest issue of the Watershed Sentinel and spread the word !
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November 2, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Read our latest issue of the Watershed Sentinel and spread the word !
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Irish govt has public sector strikes & strike by court lawyers. To distract media, they criticised a video about children giving consent to being hugged by grandparents*. As their bad news rolled on they criticised all public ed vids. Maybe the ones on drinking & driving are inconvenient for them?
November 2, 2026 at 1:14 PM
Irish govt has public sector strikes & strike by court lawyers. To distract media, they criticised a video about children giving consent to being hugged by grandparents*. As their bad news rolled on they criticised all public ed vids. Maybe the ones on drinking & driving are inconvenient for them?
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Both sides. Chronicle of events. Reality of YouTube's arbitrary rules and their execution. This event is settled but the issue not resolved. Social media fails to genuinely review, mediate and adjudicate its own rules. #YouTube #copyright #ukraine #independentjournalism
Both sides. Chronicle of events. Reality of YouTube's arbitrary rules and their execution. This event is settled but the issue not resolved. Social media fails to genuinely review, mediate and adjudicate its own rules. #YouTube #copyright #ukraine #independentjournalism
Caolan Robertson: Russia Hunted Him… Then Kyiv Struck His Channel
YouTube video by Frontline Forge
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October 31, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Both sides. Chronicle of events. Reality of YouTube's arbitrary rules and their execution. This event is settled but the issue not resolved. Social media fails to genuinely review, mediate and adjudicate its own rules. #YouTube #copyright #ukraine #independentjournalism
Both sides. Chronicle of events. Reality of YouTube's arbitrary rules and their execution. This event is settled but the issue not resolved. Social media fails to genuinely review, mediate and adjudicate its own rules. #YouTube #copyright #ukraine #independentjournalism
Apparently @newsmax.com has at least one reporter with integrity. So why isn't she listed proudly here www.newsmaxtv.com/bios ? Could it be that she's insufficiently right wing lunatic? #slavaUkraine #IstandwithUkraine #goodvsevil #whichsideareyouon #independentjournalism #truthmatters
October 31, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Apparently @newsmax.com has at least one reporter with integrity. So why isn't she listed proudly here www.newsmaxtv.com/bios ? Could it be that she's insufficiently right wing lunatic? #slavaUkraine #IstandwithUkraine #goodvsevil #whichsideareyouon #independentjournalism #truthmatters
How can an algorithm decide your article failed when it barely let anybody see it?
#OffScript #IndependentJournalism #SocialMedia #Algorithms #Twitter #X #MediaTransparency #DigitalPublishing #FreePress #TomHicksMedia
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#OffScript #IndependentJournalism #SocialMedia #Algorithms #Twitter #X #MediaTransparency #DigitalPublishing #FreePress #TomHicksMedia
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THE ALGORITHM ATE MY FUCKING HOMEWORK
When your work disappears into the social media void, who the hell gets to decide whether anybody sees it?
open.substack.com
October 30, 2026 at 10:17 AM
How can an algorithm decide your article failed when it barely let anybody see it?
#OffScript #IndependentJournalism #SocialMedia #Algorithms #Twitter #X #MediaTransparency #DigitalPublishing #FreePress #TomHicksMedia
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#OffScript #IndependentJournalism #SocialMedia #Algorithms #Twitter #X #MediaTransparency #DigitalPublishing #FreePress #TomHicksMedia
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When you walk into the voting booth Tuesday, whose voice are you hearing — your own, or the one somebody spent millions making sure you heard?
#BlindSpot #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #CampaignFinance #DarkMoney #SuperPACs #PoliticalTransparency #IndependentJournalism
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#BlindSpot #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #CampaignFinance #DarkMoney #SuperPACs #PoliticalTransparency #IndependentJournalism
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WHO’S PAYING FOR YOUR OPINION?
The final Blind Spot: Following the money behind America’s elections.
open.substack.com
November 1, 2026 at 12:02 PM
When you walk into the voting booth Tuesday, whose voice are you hearing — your own, or the one somebody spent millions making sure you heard?
#BlindSpot #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #CampaignFinance #DarkMoney #SuperPACs #PoliticalTransparency #IndependentJournalism
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#BlindSpot #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #CampaignFinance #DarkMoney #SuperPACs #PoliticalTransparency #IndependentJournalism
open.substack.com/pub/theunred...
The Internationalist Workers Club held their annual public assemblies commemorating the 1917 October Revolution.
Shaun at Artefact Mag speaks to Manuel, a IWC campaigner, about how the event coincides with the protests held across Europe against rising living costs.
#IndependentJournalism
Shaun at Artefact Mag speaks to Manuel, a IWC campaigner, about how the event coincides with the protests held across Europe against rising living costs.
#IndependentJournalism
Protests in Europe as London commemorates the October Revolution — Artefact
Anniversary of the biggest Marxist achievement comes this year, with students taking their governments to task over the cost of...
www.artefactmagazine.com
November 2, 2026 at 8:54 PM
The Internationalist Workers Club held their annual public assemblies commemorating the 1917 October Revolution.
Shaun at Artefact Mag speaks to Manuel, a IWC campaigner, about how the event coincides with the protests held across Europe against rising living costs.
#IndependentJournalism
Shaun at Artefact Mag speaks to Manuel, a IWC campaigner, about how the event coincides with the protests held across Europe against rising living costs.
#IndependentJournalism
The 48th Legislative District is seeing a bonkers amount of money as moderate Rep. Amy Walen tries to fend off progressive Jessica Forsythe. Not so interested in diving into PDC spending reports? That's why you have us. Also some recommended reading. #washingtonstate #independentjournalism
Irked by TV spot, Ferguson tees off on Microsoft
Plus extra-bonkers money in the 48th LD and some recommended reading/listening
washingtonobserver.substack.com
October 31, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The 48th Legislative District is seeing a bonkers amount of money as moderate Rep. Amy Walen tries to fend off progressive Jessica Forsythe. Not so interested in diving into PDC spending reports? That's why you have us. Also some recommended reading. #washingtonstate #independentjournalism
📣 Something big is coming!
NewsMatch kicks off Nov. 1, and your support for independent housing journalism can go twice as far!
Stay tuned for stories, behind-the-scenes highlights, and more!
#NewsMatch2026 #Shelterforce #HousingJustice #IndependentJournalism @newsmatch
NewsMatch kicks off Nov. 1, and your support for independent housing journalism can go twice as far!
Stay tuned for stories, behind-the-scenes highlights, and more!
#NewsMatch2026 #Shelterforce #HousingJustice #IndependentJournalism @newsmatch
Shelterforce: Essential Reporting on Affordable Housing
Shelterforce reports on affordable housing, homeownership, community planning, organizing, the future of community development, and more.
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October 29, 2026 at 10:07 PM
📣 Something big is coming!
NewsMatch kicks off Nov. 1, and your support for independent housing journalism can go twice as far!
Stay tuned for stories, behind-the-scenes highlights, and more!
#NewsMatch2026 #Shelterforce #HousingJustice #IndependentJournalism @newsmatch
NewsMatch kicks off Nov. 1, and your support for independent housing journalism can go twice as far!
Stay tuned for stories, behind-the-scenes highlights, and more!
#NewsMatch2026 #Shelterforce #HousingJustice #IndependentJournalism @newsmatch
"We're Not Buying It!" is a new movement urging consumers to boycott supermarkets in response to rising food prices in the UK.
Chanel at Artefact Mag speaks with Debbie, a food budget coach, and Tom Philips, a business owner, about why they joined the movement.
#IndependentJournalism
Chanel at Artefact Mag speaks with Debbie, a food budget coach, and Tom Philips, a business owner, about why they joined the movement.
#IndependentJournalism
October 28 is a starting point for change: We're Not Buying It — Artefact
A new movement is urging shoppers to boycott supermarkets in response to rising food prices in the UK ‘We’re Not...
www.artefactmagazine.com
November 1, 2026 at 10:06 PM
"We're Not Buying It!" is a new movement urging consumers to boycott supermarkets in response to rising food prices in the UK.
Chanel at Artefact Mag speaks with Debbie, a food budget coach, and Tom Philips, a business owner, about why they joined the movement.
#IndependentJournalism
Chanel at Artefact Mag speaks with Debbie, a food budget coach, and Tom Philips, a business owner, about why they joined the movement.
#IndependentJournalism
In just 19 months, our community has grown to 700,000 unique visitors, alongside supporters who believe in free, independent journalism.
Thank you for being part of this growing family. And we keep grooving!
#TheLevantFiles #IndependentJournalism #PressFreedom #IsraelElections
Thank you for being part of this growing family. And we keep grooving!
#TheLevantFiles #IndependentJournalism #PressFreedom #IsraelElections
October 27, 2026 at 10:02 PM
In just 19 months, our community has grown to 700,000 unique visitors, alongside supporters who believe in free, independent journalism.
Thank you for being part of this growing family. And we keep grooving!
#TheLevantFiles #IndependentJournalism #PressFreedom #IsraelElections
Thank you for being part of this growing family. And we keep grooving!
#TheLevantFiles #IndependentJournalism #PressFreedom #IsraelElections
Some of Washington’s biggest promises come with expiration dates. Guess who’s going to be in office when they arrive.
#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Medicaid #TaxPolicy #SocialSecurity #Congress #Midterms2026 #IndependentJournalism
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#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Medicaid #TaxPolicy #SocialSecurity #Congress #Midterms2026 #IndependentJournalism
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The Election Comes First. The Bill Comes Later.
Congress passed the laws. The consequences are still arriving. And the next Congress may discover that changing them is harder than passing them.
open.substack.com
October 26, 2026 at 9:57 AM
Some of Washington’s biggest promises come with expiration dates. Guess who’s going to be in office when they arrive.
#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Medicaid #TaxPolicy #SocialSecurity #Congress #Midterms2026 #IndependentJournalism
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#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Medicaid #TaxPolicy #SocialSecurity #Congress #Midterms2026 #IndependentJournalism
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October 23, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Everybody watches the numbers on election night. Almost nobody watches what happens before they’re declared official.
#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #MidtermElections #ElectionIntegrity #ElectionWorkers #VoteCounting #IndependentJournalism #TomHicksMedia
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#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #MidtermElections #ElectionIntegrity #ElectionWorkers #VoteCounting #IndependentJournalism #TomHicksMedia
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YOUR VOTE IS IN. WHO DECIDES THE COUNT IS RIGHT?
Between election night and the final certified result, there’s a whole other election story unfolding. Most Americans never see it.
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October 25, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Everybody watches the numbers on election night. Almost nobody watches what happens before they’re declared official.
#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #MidtermElections #ElectionIntegrity #ElectionWorkers #VoteCounting #IndependentJournalism #TomHicksMedia
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#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #MidtermElections #ElectionIntegrity #ElectionWorkers #VoteCounting #IndependentJournalism #TomHicksMedia
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This weeks recommended - sno - REQUIRED reading from my newspaper!
Seriously - you gotta read this one. You don't want to be left out!
If you've used your free reads, this is *totally* worth $3 to read.
OR subscribe for $35 support #IndependentJournalism
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Seriously - you gotta read this one. You don't want to be left out!
If you've used your free reads, this is *totally* worth $3 to read.
OR subscribe for $35 support #IndependentJournalism
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Crawlies with Cri - Black Burying Beetle - Upper Rogue Independent
This week’s crawly is Oregon’s gothic gravedigger. Meet the black burying beetle (Nicrophorus nigrita). Here I do want to issue a content warning of sorts: I highly recommend you don’t sit down with a...
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October 21, 2026 at 3:41 PM
This weeks recommended - sno - REQUIRED reading from my newspaper!
Seriously - you gotta read this one. You don't want to be left out!
If you've used your free reads, this is *totally* worth $3 to read.
OR subscribe for $35 support #IndependentJournalism
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Seriously - you gotta read this one. You don't want to be left out!
If you've used your free reads, this is *totally* worth $3 to read.
OR subscribe for $35 support #IndependentJournalism
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When your grocery bill and Washington’s priorities have nothing in common, who’s actually being represented?
#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Congress #CostOfLiving #IranWar #PoliticalAccountability #APNORC #WashingtonPolitics #IndependentJournalism
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#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Congress #CostOfLiving #IranWar #PoliticalAccountability #APNORC #WashingtonPolitics #IndependentJournalism
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Washington Has a Trump Obsession. America Has Bills to Pay.
A new poll reveals a gap between the political conversation and the problems voters want solved.
open.substack.com
October 23, 2026 at 10:46 AM
When your grocery bill and Washington’s priorities have nothing in common, who’s actually being represented?
#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Congress #CostOfLiving #IranWar #PoliticalAccountability #APNORC #WashingtonPolitics #IndependentJournalism
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#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #Congress #CostOfLiving #IranWar #PoliticalAccountability #APNORC #WashingtonPolitics #IndependentJournalism
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What happens when an investigation ends, but the questions that started it refuse to go away?
#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #TrumpRussia #VladimirPutin #MuellerReport #Ukraine #IndependentJournalism #PoliticalAccountability
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#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #TrumpRussia #VladimirPutin #MuellerReport #Ukraine #IndependentJournalism #PoliticalAccountability
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The Russia Question Nobody Can Make Go Away
What investigators found, what they couldn’t prove, and why Donald Trump’s relationship with Moscow still raises questions.
open.substack.com
October 21, 2026 at 11:45 AM
What happens when an investigation ends, but the questions that started it refuse to go away?
#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #TrumpRussia #VladimirPutin #MuellerReport #Ukraine #IndependentJournalism #PoliticalAccountability
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#OffScript #TomHicksMedia #TrumpRussia #VladimirPutin #MuellerReport #Ukraine #IndependentJournalism #PoliticalAccountability
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My photos in action!
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#DerekImage #BINJ #MaPoli #AndreaJames #AJforMA #IndependentJournalism
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#DerekImage #BINJ #MaPoli #AndreaJames #AJforMA #IndependentJournalism
Video: Our Interview With Andrea James, Independent Candidate For Massachusetts Governor
Explore the insights of Massachusetts independent governor candidate Andrea James as she shares her unique platform and experiences.
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October 21, 2026 at 3:24 PM
My photos in action!
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#DerekImage #BINJ #MaPoli #AndreaJames #AJforMA #IndependentJournalism
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#DerekImage #BINJ #MaPoli #AndreaJames #AJforMA #IndependentJournalism
How many times can an American president make decisions that benefit Vladimir Putin before we stop calling them coincidences?
#OffScript #Trump #Russia #Putin #Ukraine #ForeignPolicy #PoliticalAccountability #IndependentJournalism
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#OffScript #Trump #Russia #Putin #Ukraine #ForeignPolicy #PoliticalAccountability #IndependentJournalism
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How Many Coincidences Does It Take?
Trump keeps making decisions that benefit Putin. At what point do we stop treating each one as an isolated event?
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October 20, 2026 at 9:48 AM
How many times can an American president make decisions that benefit Vladimir Putin before we stop calling them coincidences?
#OffScript #Trump #Russia #Putin #Ukraine #ForeignPolicy #PoliticalAccountability #IndependentJournalism
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#OffScript #Trump #Russia #Putin #Ukraine #ForeignPolicy #PoliticalAccountability #IndependentJournalism
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What if the most important decision about your congressional vote was made years before you cast it?
#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #Gerrymandering #Redistricting #VotingRights #Congress #IndependentJournalism
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#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #Gerrymandering #Redistricting #VotingRights #Congress #IndependentJournalism
open.substack.com/pub/theunred...
Is Your Vote Worth What You Think It Is?
Every American gets one vote, but the lines drawn around that vote can determine which communities share a representative, whose concerns carry weight, and how difficult it becomes to change anything.
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October 18, 2026 at 10:17 AM
What if the most important decision about your congressional vote was made years before you cast it?
#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #Gerrymandering #Redistricting #VotingRights #Congress #IndependentJournalism
open.substack.com/pub/theunred...
#BlindSpot #OffScript #Election2026 #Midterms2026 #Gerrymandering #Redistricting #VotingRights #Congress #IndependentJournalism
open.substack.com/pub/theunred...
What if the people demanding a solution are helping create the problem?
#HousingCrisis #AffordableHousing #HousingPolicy #Zoning #Homeownership #IndependentJournalism #OffScript
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#HousingCrisis #AffordableHousing #HousingPolicy #Zoning #Homeownership #IndependentJournalism #OffScript
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The Housing Crisis Has More Accomplices Than You Think
Everybody wants a solution. Things get complicated when the solution arrives on their street.
open.substack.com
October 16, 2026 at 10:20 AM
What if the people demanding a solution are helping create the problem?
#HousingCrisis #AffordableHousing #HousingPolicy #Zoning #Homeownership #IndependentJournalism #OffScript
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#HousingCrisis #AffordableHousing #HousingPolicy #Zoning #Homeownership #IndependentJournalism #OffScript
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Just an update here: I tried emailing multiple USA Today editors, reporters and PR people numerous times for more clarity about the use of @nbedera.bsky.social's quotes, and received zero replies.
They did, however, give this vague statement to @wamc.org:
www.wamc.org/news/2026-10...
They did, however, give this vague statement to @wamc.org:
www.wamc.org/news/2026-10...
October 15, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Colonel Chris Wyatt - Is Elon Musk shutting Ukraine Out? | Night Owls #TheBeardedPatriots #ColChrisWyatt #News #IndependentJournalism #ElonMusk #Ukraine www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_Oc...
Is Elon Musk shutting Ukraine Out? | Night Owls
YouTube video by Colonel Chris Wyatt
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October 15, 2026 at 11:02 PM
Colonel Chris Wyatt - Is Elon Musk shutting Ukraine Out? | Night Owls #TheBeardedPatriots #ColChrisWyatt #News #IndependentJournalism #ElonMusk #Ukraine www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_Oc...