Second Pass

Second Pass

@secondpass.bsky.social

Reading. Thinking. Occasionally commenting

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I wonder whether the orange man sees these, whether his staff is aware, or whether everything is shielded from him so he still lives in his fantasy world where everyone loves him.

Jon Cooper@joncooper-us.bsky.social

Damn, they’re coming out with new LEGO videos every day, and they keep getting better and better. Of course, they’re only effective because they contain a lot of truth about the Trump regime and its policies.

I wonder if the end of the orange man will be him stating he’s done all this “great work” and turn the presidency over to Vance. That will allow him to feel like he’s still a “king” and can bow out gracefully in his mind.

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IF ANY CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY SIGNS THIS RADICAL AGREEMENT, THEY'LL LOSE BILLIONS IN STATE FUNDING — INCLUDING CAL GRANTS — INSTANTLY. CALIFORNIA WILL NOT BANKROLL SCHOOLS THAT SELL OUT THEIR STUDENTS, PROFESSORS, RESEARCHERS, AND SURRENDER ACADEMIC FREEDOM.

The fact that we had a shooting at a school near my hometown and an assassination of Charlie Kirk is horrific. I no longer recognize who we are as a nation. I was never a fan of Charlie Kirk, but I will never celebrate the murder of anyone. We, as a nation, need to figure out who we are.

More please!!! LOL

Anonymous@youranoncentral.bsky.social

The US satire cartoon show South Park secured a five-year deal worth $1.5 billion with Paramount Global. They began their season with this clip, challenging Trump to sue them.

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I’m all for this… “Fight fire with fire.” Republicans talk shit about blue states all the time, but it’s all talk. Let’s see what they have to say when they’re desperate for blue states’ tax dollars just to keep their states afloat.

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Fox News: Links to the research and insider accounts that show how America’s top cable outlet acts as a far-right propaganda machine. Share with the Fox-watching people in your life. #MediaBias #FoxNews #Propaganda www.jackhopkinsnow.com

open.substack.comInside the Echo Chamber: Fox News Became the GOP’s Propaganda Powerhouse (Share with Fox News-Watching Family Members)The Jack Hopkins Now Newsletter #368

Finally! Some great news. I’m in healthcare and this would have a massive impact on what we do.

ACLU@aclu.org

BREAKING: A federal judge reversed National Institutes of Health's terminations of hundreds of critical research grants that were canceled because of their alleged connection to disfavored topics, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and gender identity. This is a major win for public health.

Do you think the orange wannabe king will even be shown footage of the millions in the US protesting at #nokings day events? I know his administration shielded him with news that would hurt his fragile little ego last time.

I love this! This is exactly what I've been saying for years. You can't pretend to believe Jesus and his teaching at church, but then don't practice it the other 6 days in real life. This is why I'm having a hard time relating to current Christianity that's intertwined with MAGA cultish ideas.

Raider@iwillnotbesilenced.bsky.social

There's nothing holy about writing discrimination into the law.

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if dems want messaging help, stop telling people you're "fighting back." it sounds like you're being mugged. call off the podcaster search, take your ridiculous money pile and try opening some food banks and free clinics. hurricanes are coming and the feds have no plan. looks like an opening to me.

This from a MAGA loyalist 👇🏼👇🏼

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

Rand Paul on Fox Biz: "I do think the jet probably sends the wrong signal, and I don't like the look or appearance of it, so I would hope he would reject it. The Constitution specifically says you can't take gifts from foreign leaders."

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Heads up: When you see a post from someone you agree with, but you are reluctant to “like” or share it, that is the opposite of resistance. It’s a fear based decision and obeying in advance. Shed the comfort zone. It’s where Democracy goes to die.

Love my new home state!

Laura Chapin@laurachapin.bsky.social

Governor Polis has signed SB 25-183, implementing Colorado's Right to Abortion/Amendment 79 2024 ballot measure, putting abortion rights into the state Constitution. He also signed SB 25-129, strengthening our reproductive health care shield law. Today is a good day. Proud of my state. #copolitics

A huge fan of this guy 👇🏼

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

Booker: "What this president is doing is violating our constitutional principles, violating the fundamental rights of people in order to punish them to carry out his own retribution plan ... Donald Trump is saying, 'ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for Donald Trump.'"