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@bnjmn.bsky.social

paralegal, writer, socialist mainly posts about politics and tech β–Ό texas 🀠

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The β€œattack ads” against Crockett are being put out by PACs that legally cannot coordinate with campaigns, Talarico is not involved.

Crockett on the other hand is directly attacking Talarico with falsehoods at press conferences and rallies.

Hope this helps.

21.02.2026 20:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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GOP comptroller candidate Don Huffines purchased ranch linked to Epstein Controversy has long followed the former state senator, but his family’s acquisition of property connected to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is drawing renewed outrage across Texas.

Don Huffines just can’t seem to shake controversy β€” and this time, it’s raising eyebrows even among fellow Republicans.

16.02.2026 21:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The mods are doubling down like children, lmao

02.11.2025 01:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Fuck you.

18.10.2025 02:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Think tanks and consultants are the ones who are out of touch.

22.08.2025 12:37 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Last night my 3 year old Reddit account was nuked without so much as a single infraction, not even a ban from any individual communities. Why? Because I posted a vintage PLO poster in r/Palestine and Reddit says I was promoting β€œterrorism”

19.07.2025 18:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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I remember taking heat from some fellow Young Democrats during Biden’s term when us progressives wanted Biden to ignore the parliamentarian so he could pass his agenda.

Well Build Back Better didn’t pass under Biden, and now it looks like the GOP is just going to ignore the parliamentarian anyways.

13.05.2025 20:35 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

May 5, marks a significant point in Mexican history, when soldiers loyal to the democratic government successfully defended Puebla de los Angeles from the better-trained and better-equipped French forces.

It was also a massive blow to perceived European superiority. My latest for The Star:

05.05.2025 16:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Cinco de Mayo isn’t Mexico’s Fourth of July Cinco de Mayo marks the historic Mexican victory over French forces in 1862β€”a moment that not only defied European imperialism, but also dealt a blow to anti-democratic conservatives in Mexico.

Cinco de Mayo isn’t Mexico’s Independence Dayβ€”it was one of many victories for Mexican democracy against European imperialism.

05.05.2025 15:42 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

What DNC policy could override the way they conduct officer elections? Citing DEI for this decision is extremely cynical and frankly disgusting.

A white man won the Chair election as well, why don’t we just re-run that one too? Ken Martin has clearly failed to meet the moment.

29.04.2025 18:39 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

What DNC policy could override the way they conduct officer elections? Citing DEI for their decision is extremely cynical and calculated, the party has learned nothing.

Let’s go ahead and re-run the Chair election too while we’re at it.

29.04.2025 18:38 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Texas Senate votes to bring Jim Crow back The Texas Senate recently advanced a bill that would require a passport, original birth certificate, or citizenship papers in addition to a photo ID to register to vote.

Texas Republicans have advanced so-called β€œelection integrity” legislation that is reminiscent of Jim Crow era laws.

26.04.2025 16:47 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2

Texas Republicans want to criminalize voters, election workers, and volunteers over non-existent voter fraud in a state where they have held uninterrupted power for over 30 years.

My latest for The Star:

26.04.2025 16:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Medicaid cuts would devastate rural Texas communities Healthcare access in rural Texas has continued to decline over the past decade as House Republicans in D.C. weigh cuts to Medicaid.

Proposed Medicaid cuts threaten to unravel vital healthcare for South Texas’ rural communities.

25.04.2025 01:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

Elon Musk is taking advantage of Texas’ weak campaign finance laws to dictate policy and ultimately win political representation for SpaceX in Texas through a company town.

My latest for The Star:

23.04.2025 17:32 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Elon Musk set to tighten his grip over South Texas community On the dusty outskirts of Boca Chica, Elon Musk’s vision of the future is quickly becoming a political reality.

Company town dreams, PAC money, and a billionaire’s beach: Inside the cash-fueled power grab unfolding in South Texas.

23.04.2025 15:47 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 3

Although I don’t practice anymore, I was raised Catholic and this is how I’d like Pope Francis to be remembered.

My latest for The Star:

21.04.2025 17:50 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

South Texas is one of the poorest regions in the country and public education is about to get a whole lot worse for us.

My latest for The Star:

19.04.2025 21:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

$10 domestic shipping in the U.S. is crazy, so is $40 for a t-shirt.

Y’all remember when t-shirts used to be <$15??

Anyways, I love Bluesky but my wallet says no so I’m gonna have to pass on this one πŸ˜ͺ

25.03.2025 15:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The mainstream media is trying to dunk on Tim Walz for his Tesla comments because Minnesota state employees pension fund owns Tesla shares.

Yet none of them bothered to ask why our taxes that are supposed to pay for people’s retirement, are instead being used to prop up Wall Street stocks.

24.03.2025 16:40 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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BREAKING: The DNC has finally changed their god-awful logo after more than 10 years, no seriouslyβ€” it’s been that long!

12.03.2025 19:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

There’s pro-Israel liberal accounts on TikTok right now that are absolutely furious with Fetterman. All that pro-Israel virtue signaling couldn’t even build a proper support base for him.

He’s so cooked.

12.03.2025 12:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The replies to this post on Bluesky vs. Threads is like night and day.

Threads is still irrationally angry at Porter for having the audacity to run for U.S. Senate without the blessing of the establishment πŸ™ƒ

12.03.2025 12:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Digital billboard in Boston's subway station that reads: "Finally, social media that's billionaire-proof."

Digital billboard in Boston's subway station that reads: "Finally, social media that's billionaire-proof."

Finally, social media that's billionaire-proof. ⚑

Bluesky's first IRL ads spotted in @boston.gov @mbta.com.

07.03.2025 22:27 β€” πŸ‘ 53567    πŸ” 4879    πŸ’¬ 745    πŸ“Œ 372
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One of the most venerated Lumon branches is nestled in the township of Kier. We’re especially honored to be named one of the finest attractions of such a consequential locality by their tourism bureau. If you're ever in our neck of the woods, we encourage you to relish in discovery, stay awhile.

05.03.2025 18:21 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Not the Onion: The 70 year old Democrat that was recently elected to succeed the late Sheila Jackson Lee has died today

05.03.2025 15:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you Senator. But please don’t share posts from that Polymarket β€œnews” poster.

They’re not our friends.

04.03.2025 18:26 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0