A livestream of a volcano in the Philippines captured a meteor crashing to Earth today. What are the odds? Mayon Volcano, Location: Albay, Luzon, Philippines
It's already outrageous and offensive that people with unimaginable wealth view themselves as the victims, but the fact they feel comfortable saying it in public takes it to another level. Their brains are broken, simultaneous delusions of grandeur and victimhood wrapped in malice and shamelessness.
Ken Tremendous@kentremendous.bsky.social · 5mo ago"Trauma"
Recovery will not happen overnight, but we will rebuild. We can all make an impact by continuing to shop local. We will help stabilize these businesses, protect jobs, and ensure Minnesota’s economy rebounds. www.startribune.com/please-come-...
‘Please come back’: Minnesota restaurants brace for a long recovery after ICE surge
With no official bailout on the horizon, the restaurant community tries to save itself.
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Call US Senators and tell them to vote against the SAVE Act. It has already passed the US House. In its current form, it means that 100 years after women earned the right to vote, we are facing down the implementation of a 21st century poll tax for women.
Bird Snuggles into Photographer’s Chest And Stayed With Her for Warmth on a Snowy Day (LOOK) www.goodnewsnetwork.org/bird-snuggle...
Bird Snuggles into Photographer’s Chest And Stayed With Her for Warmth on a Snowy Day (LOOK)
A photographer Fay was visiting a park when a friendly robin came over and nestled right atop her camera near the warmth of her jacket.
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I can't put into words the feeling of watching our government, a hive of evil antisocial filth, the absolute worst humanity has to offer, colliding with the best. Ordinary people trying to help each other, risking everything to stand up for what's plainly, unambiguously fair and right. It's unreal
Alex Pretti was a colleague at the VA. We hired him to recruit for our trial. He became an ICU nurse- I lover working with him. He was a good kind person who lived to help and these fuckers executed him. White. Hot. Rage.
The cuts come as the state's mental health system struggles to keep up with the increased demand for services.
Feds cut off grant funding for mental health programs in Minnesota
The cuts come as the state's mental health system struggles to keep up with the increased demand for services.
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In Minnesota, the department of health is facing $226 million in lost federal grants and tells 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS in response, they're looking at laying off around 200 employees.
Vaccine clinics across the state facing funding shortage, closures amid federal grant cuts
In Minnesota, the department of health is facing $226 million in lost federal grants and tells 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS in response, they're looking at laying off around 200 employees.
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Not surprisingly, Trump’s overall tax and tariff proposals would make the very rich much richer and working families poorer. If you earn less than $360,000 a year, your taxes are going to go way up. If you’re in the top 1%? Don’t worry. You’ll save big.
Do you know why Americans are angry? Over the last 50 years, real weekly wages have been stagnant. At the same time, there was a $79 trillion transfer of wealth from the bottom 90% to the to the top 1%. We need an economy that works for all, not just billionaires.
Tariffs have thrown the auto industry into disarray, and workers on the Iron Range are paying the price. I’ve been in touch with the union to make sure that laid-off workers are getting connected to the resources they need. www.startribune.com/iron-range-l...
More than 600 Iron Range steelworkers out of work as auto industry cuts orders because of tariffs
Cleveland-Cliffs, the largest iron ore operator in Minnesota, is idling operations in Hibbing and Virginia.
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The National Weather Service is eliminating or cutting down weather balloon launches in different parts of the country.
Data crucial to forecasting could be in jeopardy following National Weather Service changes
The National Weather Service is eliminating or cutting down weather balloon launches in different parts of the country.
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This will have devastating consequences. Nearly a million K-12 students in Minnesota rely on funding from the Department of Education. Students in rural communities, low-income families, and those who need special education services will be hit the hardest. www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcn...
Trump signs executive order to dismantle the Education Department
The complete elimination of the department would require the approval of Congress.
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Must read: Mahmoud Khalil speaks out for the first time since his arrest by the Trump administration in an exclusive letter, dictated over the phone to his family, from ICE detention in Louisiana.
⚡️FIGHT THE OLIGARCHY RALLY ⚡️ STARTING TOMORROW. Nevada. Arizona. Colorado. You, me, and Bernie. Dem and GOP districts. ❤️💙 See you there 💪🏽🌞
Elon Musk commented on his social media platform X "something to think about," right above conservative commentator Ben Shapiro's post urging President Donald Trump to pardon ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Elon Musk comments on new petition push for ex-Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin
Elon Musk commented on his social media platform X "something to think about," right above conservative commentator Ben Shapiro's post urging President Donald Trump to pardon ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
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You can make a difference Dial up your reps and tell them what you think 202 224 3121 Restore our democracy And restore our parks They swore an oath to the constitution Not a dictator
Medicaid is not for sale. NASA is not for sale. The Post Office is not for sale. America is not for sale. We have an obligation to resist kings. We outnumber them. And they can be overwhelmed.
🗣️ @aoc.bsky.social out fighting for the people & federal workers: “Every day our job is to wake up and say ‘what can I do today?’ — There is no act too small. Every action matters.” 🇺🇸
NEW: Minnesota was just ranked a top state both to retire and to raise a family. By investing in the things that matter – economic opportunity, health and safety, and strong communities – we’re building the best state for all Minnesotans from childhood through retirement.
Many are asking: “What can I do now?” Here’s a revised and expanded list of actions you can take, in rough order of importance. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/more-on-what-you-can-do
Had an awesome time chatting with Jon Stewart & @weeklyshowpodcast.bsky.social talking about how to fight the dumpster fire. Gear up. It’s time to brawl.
The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart@weeklyshowpodcast.bsky.social · 2y ago. @aoc.bsky.social on the dangers of a newly normalized Trump and his billionaire feeding frenzy. New pod out now! #JonStewart #TheWeeklyShow
Their faith lets them worship power while they’re offended by mercy. It’s not Christianity they’re practicing.
