Mike Nelson, Digital Policy Pioneer

The Epstein scandal is taking down Europe’s political class. In the US, they’re getting a pass. As Europe moves to address its shame, it’s highlighting the comparative lack of accountability in the U.S.

Shame used to be a thing. "The Epstein scandal is taking down Europe’s political class. In the US, they’re getting a pass. As Europe moves to address its shame, it’s highlighting the comparative lack of accountability in the U.S." www.politico.com/news/2026/02...

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C.I.A. World Factbook Ends Publication After 6 Decades

No stronger example of how much Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, and Tulsi Gabbard despise and fear facts. #Fight4Truth www.nytimes.com/2026/02/05/u...

Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.

"Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show" www.cbsnews.com/news/howard-...

The cover-up continues as the US is being destroyed because "Evil is real" It’s still about the Epstein files. "Trump has a plan. Not because it needs to be razed," [Rick] Wilson explained. "Just to hurt people. It’s the same plan as the East Wing; destroy something beloved ...

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Mamdani: "I speak of Renee Good, whose final words to the man who murdered her were, 'I'm not mad at you.' I speak of Alex Pretti who died as he lived, caring for the stranger. ICE shot him bc he did something they could never fathom ... let us offer a new path: one of defiance through compassion."

VA Senate president responds to Ted crying about VA’s redistricting, which should add 4 new Dem seats.

The AI boom is so huge it’s causing shortages everywhere else The hundreds of billions of dollars being spent by tech companies on AI projects are diverting resources from other parts of the economy.

“ .. critics worry that the up-front costs to develop AI have become so mammoth that the investment can possibly pay off only if AI reshapes life, work and the economy in a way that uncorks massive new profits for these technology firms.” www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...

Imagine a President suing his own Country for Tax Payer dollars‼️

The ongoing campaign against Ukrainian civilians is not leverage for peace; it is evidence against Russia’s desire for it. All the while, Washington’s focus on this critical conflict continues to splinter.

@markhertling.bsky.social on the state of Ukraine: lnk.thebulwark.com/3ZjlHPQ

Republicans in Congress voted in lockstep with Trump in 2025 Analyzing floor votes in the U.S. House and Senate, this project examines how often lawmakers voted with or against President Trump’s stated positions in 2025, what kinds of issues dominated floor…

Useful analysis. Frustrating. votehub.com/2026/02/04/r... #Lemmings #Spineless

Incredible stuff from @wsj.com

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YouTube video by ReelinInTheYears66 Mitchell Trio feat. John Denver- "Your Friendly Liberal Neighborhood KKK" 1966 [RITY Archive]

As they say, history may not repeat itself, but it often rhymes.

I stumbled upon John Denver in the Mitchell Trio's 1966 recording of "Your Friendly Liberal Neighborhood Ku Klux Klan."

It speaks to so many things happening today that it gives me new respect for John Denver.

Republicans in Congress voted in lockstep with Trump in 2025 Analyzing floor votes in the U.S. House and Senate, this project examines how often lawmakers voted with or against President Trump’s stated positions in 2025, what kinds of issues dominated floor…

Useful analysis. Frustrating. votehub.com/2026/02/04/r... #SpinelessLemmings

New GOP anti-voting bill may be the most dangerous attack on voting rights ever The MEGA Act represents one of the most catastrophic proposals for democracy in the United States.

Republicans in Congress have unveiled a new bill that would impose the most extreme voting restrictions ever proposed at the federal level. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

David Brin This. For 15 years I've asked folks to notice that the political messes we see cannot be explained by mere corruption or even dogma. Only coercion can explain it. Application of fierce power. It's...

And then there's Putin's war on political leaders in democracies worldwide. www.facebook.com/3501412/post...

February 5, 2026 The past two days have seen a growing struggle between Democrats, who are demanding accountability from the Trump administration, and Republicans trying to hide what the administration is up to.

February 5, 2026

Take time to remember a remarkable woman!

JD Vance should have been sold by his mother for drugs, NYT columnist says New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie suggested Vice President JD Vance's mother was reasonable when attempting to sell him for drugs during his childhood.

this is very funny www.foxnews.com/media/jd-van...

Italy says it has foiled Russian Olympic cyberattacks Officials say they have foiled attempted cyberattacks on Italian embassies and Olympic hotels. Police are on high alert; navigating protests, crowd control, event security and viral attacks.

More proof that Putin is at war with Europe--and the Europeans do not want to notice. www.dw.com/en/italy-say...

HRC knows what all Twilight fans know.

Vampires are scared of the sunlight.

I never understood how people of faith could vote for this degenerate scumbag.

Name them
shame them

Apicius: The Oldest Cookbook That Shaped Modern Taste - foodculturebites.com I’ve always loved old cookbooks, but discovering the oldest cookbook, Apicius, opened my eyes to how Ancient Romans cooked, and displayed status. Discover the secrets that still inspire chefs.

I’ve always loved old cookbooks, but discovering the oldest cookbook, Apicius, opened my eyes to how Ancient Romans cooked, and displayed status. Discover the secrets that still inspire chefs. #OldestCookbooks, #FoodHistory #FoodCulture #FoodHeritage, #Apicius
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Just cancelled my subscription. So sad.

Russian spy spacecraft have intercepted Europe’s key satellites, officials believe Unencrypted European communications are being targeted by Moscow

"European security officials believe two Russian space vehicles have intercepted the communications of at least a dozen key satellites over the continent."

VERY useful! #LearnFromFailure

The hits just keep on coming.

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Poland to probe possible links between Epstein and Russia, PM Tusk says Poland will launch an investigation into possible links between the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Russian intelligence, as well as any impact on Poland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tues...

Trying to determine how closely Epstein, Trump, and Putin are linked? Listen to what one Pole, who understands Russia well, has to say.

www.reuters.com/world/poland...