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Mesopotamian kings lived behind guarded palace walls, yet their greatest danger could come from trusted insiders—or an ominous sky. Royal security confronted both human conspiracy and divine warning. #Brewminate #History #Mesopotamia
How Ancient Mesopotamian Kings Protected Their Thrones
Explore how Mesopotamian kings used bodyguards, guarded palaces, spies, armies, loyalty oaths, and rituals to survive threats to the throne.
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Egypt’s pharaohs claimed sacred authority as guardians of ma’at. Their power reached its height during the New Kingdom, then faded under economic strain and foreign conquest. #Brewminate #History #Egypt #Pharaohs
The Rise and Decline of Pharaohnic Power in Ancient Egypt
Examining the emergence and decline of the pharaoh in ancient Egypt from the Old to New Kingdoms.
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The Praetorian Guard protected Rome’s emperors—until proximity to power made its soldiers kingmakers. They influenced successions, killed rulers, and once sold the throne to the highest bidder. 🏛️ #Brewminate #Rome #History
The Praetorian Guard and Imperial Power
How the Praetorian Guard shaped imperial power, political violence, and succession from Augustus to Constantine.
brewminate.com
We discuss insights from a new book on how to transition from mere presence to impactful power w/ Rashad Robinson, Social Justice Leader and Author. Listen: https://www.momsrising.org/blog/no-country-for-mothers-protecting-vital-family-programs-running-for-office-matters-moving-from
#ChildSafety #ToySafety #BurnHazard #MOMsky 📢 Please Share! 🌞 *Popular Squishy Toys Can Pose a Serious Safety Risk, CPSC Warns ~ Good Housekeeping 8-11-26 📎👇 www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-pr...
Popular Squishy Toys Can Pose a Serious Safety Risk, CPSC Warns
Parents of squishy-collecting kids should be on the lookout.
goodhousekeeping.com
It’s time to get into election protection formation. Our upcoming trainings will cover the many actions you can take to ensure every eligible voter is able to cast their ballot, every vote is counted, and the election results are honored.
Hands Off Our Vote: Election Protection 101 & 201 · Indivisible
Calling all Indivisibles who are ready to demand Hands Off Our Vote! This August, Indivisible is holding two trainings on election protection: the actions you and those around you can take to ensure e...
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Why does Trump need 900 million to build a "military complex" - his words - at the White House? Interesting, no? We have the Pentagon. I know some leaders who have also built bunkers and complexes in the past...
Trump continues alienating allies like Oman and South Korea while cozying up to dictators, criminals and the Epstein Class. MAGA. Well done, Trump voters.
Tonight, join me and my team for our LAST MASS CALL before the August 18 Florida primary! We will debrief on our recent campaign achievements and then jump straight into phone banking! RSVP at the link below! www.mobilize.us/oliverforcon...
#ROATHMENTUM 🚨🚨New polling shows a 15 point swing in our favor since July. On September 1st, we will defeat a status-quo incumbent who voted to create, fund, expand, and thank ICE. Chip in $5 or sign up to canvass at patrickroath.com
My favorite posts right now are snowflake Trump supporters, of all people, crying about Ossoff’s line about Natalie Harp.
Emil Bove swore in Todd Blanche… it’s only fitting to have one crony swear in another. Demand Justice’s Bella Mazet breaks down how Emil Bove was nominated and sworn into a lifetime position, despite misconduct violations and whistleblower complaints galore.
"It's not just overreach, these are indicators of a growing authoritarian," Steven Cash, Executive Director of The Steady State. Listen to the full conversation on (Australian) ABC The Radio National Hour at the link below: zurl.co/QuVav
Is Donald Trump an autocrat? - ABC listen
A former CIA official who heads up 'The Steady State' warns the US is on the road to autocracy under President Trump.
abc.net.au
#USfoodrecalls #USfoodsafety #MOMsky 👆 📢 Ongoing - Seek Updates ⚠️ URGENT Recall: SALMONELLA OUTBREAK Coast Citrus Distributors (importer) PRODUCTS CONTAINING JALAPEÑO PEPPERS UPDATES: 8-12 *WHOLE FOODS 8-16 *NATUREBEST precut & produce + SALATA DRESSINGS sold @ HEB
🚨 BREAKING: The Supreme Court just rejected Trump AGAIN in the E. Jean Carroll case. A jury found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming her. He appealed. The Supreme Court said no. He asked them to reconsider. They just said no AGAIN. E.
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Susan Collins raised more money from AIPAC donors last year than small donors. When we asked her campaign spokesperson about it, he hung up. New w/ @minnahfarshad.bsky.social @premthakker.bsky.social @zeteo.com zeteo.com/p/susan-coll...
Susan Collins Is Getting More Money From AIPAC Than Small Donors
As oysterman Graham Platner handily outraises Republican Susan Collins, the pro-Israel lobby collected nearly 20% of her donations for her.
zeteo.com
This week’s major state primaries are Tuesday, August 18, 2026, in #Alaska, #Florida, & #Wyoming. #AngieNixon is running to lower costs, expand healthcare/childcare, support paid family leave, tackle housing costs, protect voting rights, & bring more transparency to government. #ViVaHerAlliance
If You Don’t Realize, That THIS Is Their Ultimate Goal, You Have Been Watching Too Much Fox.
As Trump condemned Colorado for incarcerating election denier Tina Peters, the White House organized an urgent "brainstorm call" with federal agencies — to explore ways to curtail federal support to Colorado. The next day, agencies canceled hundreds of millions of dollars in grants for Colorado.
New evidence suggests White House took steps to punish Colorado over Tina Peters case
“I’ve never seen anything like it,” a federal district court judge said about a newly disclosed email. “I’ve never even imagined something like it.”
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"I do not know how you film that video, watch it back, decide 'This is how I want to present myself to a globally connected population,' and post it." futurism.com/future-socie...
Man Wearing Pervert Glasses Films Himself Harassing Famous Female Comedian in the Middle of TV Shoot
A man wearing Meta smart glasses burst onto a TV set to harass British comedian Diane Morgan amid growing controversy.
futurism.com
RFK Jr. refuses to take any accountability for the measles outbreak after touting anti-vax rhetoric for years. Now, Lancaster County has one of the largest measles outbreaks in the country. Americans deserve better. Help embolden a Congress that will remove RFK Jr. at the link: zurl.co/IUnbM
Investigating a child predator’s property should not be a controversial decision. Yet the DOJ is protecting Trump BFF Jeffrey Epstein’s ranch. Why? Because they only work for the Epstein class. Americans need a legal system that fights predators, instead of hiding their crimes.
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here's today's post: "Todd Blanche fucking sucks" — his appearance on Meet the Press proves it. thanks for reading, and please sign up for my daily newsletter so you never miss a post —
Todd Blanche fucking sucks
his appearance on Meet the Press proves it
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