George Takei
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Husband, Actor, Activist, Uncle George to the Internet đź––
The White House Reflecting Pool may sound like one of the least important stories of the Trump era. But the Justice Department's failed prosecution of supposed "vandals" reveals something far more troubling: how political narratives pushed by Trump and his allies can become criminal cases.
The Small Cases Tell a Bigger Story
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For years there have been accusations about how abusive Rep. Max Miller is toward his now ex-wife, who also happens to be the daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno. Now, new court pleadings have forced Moreno to end his silence, and the repercussions from that have national implications. My write-up below.
"The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command." — George Orwell, 1984
His incompetence is beyond dangerous.
RFK Jr. Loses His Cool During Heated On-Air Clash With CNN Host Over Vaccines
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Michigan's primary election tomorrow is a big one: Democrats will choose between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive candidate, and Rep. Haley Stevens, the more moderate, establishment-backed choice. It's another telling moment for the party's direction.
The Democratic Party Playbook Is On The Ballot In Michigan
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Michigan's primary election tomorrow is a big one: Democrats will choose between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive candidate, and Rep. Haley Stevens, the more moderate, establishment-backed choice. It's another telling moment for the party's direction.
The Democratic Party Playbook Is On The Ballot In Michigan
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They found $16.5 million for a reflecting pool and can't find the budget for children's education.
FactPost@factpostnews.bsky.social · 2d agoThe Trump administration is planning to gut Head Start, a program that offers free preschool to over half a million children.
This week was not kind to Donald Trump. Record low approval ratings, Democrats leading on the generic ballot, and courts pushing back on his attempts to undermine elections. He might not love to see it, but I sure do! If you need some good news, start here.
Our Wins Of The Week
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Ex-supporters of former President Donald Trump tell us what happened after they stopped supporting him.
Former Trump Supporters Share What Happened After They Stopped Supporting Him
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Democracy does not defend itself. And one of the most important ways we can protect it is by staying informed. This is where I start. thinkbigpicture.substack.com
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