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We were ready. We just didn’t know it.

06.02.2026 02:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Excellent

23.09.2025 01:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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Dismissal of the Label: Buttigieg generally dismisses the "socialist" label as a political tactic used by Republicans, particularly by President Trump, to attack anything they disagree with.

β€œLost its Meaning": He argues that the term has lost its power and meaning due to its overuse, especially for younger generations of voters who are more concerned with whether an idea is good or not, regardless of its label.

β€œCrazy Socialists" Regardless of Policy: He has argued that Republicans will brand
Democrats as "crazy socialists" regardless of their actual policy agenda, so the focus should be on promoting sound policies that address voters' concerns.

Focus on Policy, Not Labels: Buttigieg emphasizes the need to prioritize policy debates over worn-out labels, as he believes strong, well-explained policies can overcome partisan marketing campaigns.

Dismissal of the Label: Buttigieg generally dismisses the "socialist" label as a political tactic used by Republicans, particularly by President Trump, to attack anything they disagree with. β€œLost its Meaning": He argues that the term has lost its power and meaning due to its overuse, especially for younger generations of voters who are more concerned with whether an idea is good or not, regardless of its label. β€œCrazy Socialists" Regardless of Policy: He has argued that Republicans will brand Democrats as "crazy socialists" regardless of their actual policy agenda, so the focus should be on promoting sound policies that address voters' concerns. Focus on Policy, Not Labels: Buttigieg emphasizes the need to prioritize policy debates over worn-out labels, as he believes strong, well-explained policies can overcome partisan marketing campaigns.

Democratic Capitalism: He prefers to describe his economic approach as
"democratic capitalism," where markets are allowed to work within a framework of a strong rule of law and fairness.

Capitalism Has Let People Down: Buttigieg acknowledges that capitalism has not worked for everyone and has "let a lot of people down," explaining the rise of interest in socialist ideas in certain segments of the population.

Focus on Democratic Control: He prioritizes democracy and ensuring that markets are governed by the rule of law and fairness, rather than being overtaken by large corporations or undue influence of money in politics.

In summary, Pete Buttigieg doesn't shy away from the discussion surrounding "socialism," but he sees the label as a political tool that has lost its effectiveness and prefers to focus on promoting policies that he believes are practical and beneficial for the American people, regardless of how they are labeled by opponents.

Democratic Capitalism: He prefers to describe his economic approach as "democratic capitalism," where markets are allowed to work within a framework of a strong rule of law and fairness. Capitalism Has Let People Down: Buttigieg acknowledges that capitalism has not worked for everyone and has "let a lot of people down," explaining the rise of interest in socialist ideas in certain segments of the population. Focus on Democratic Control: He prioritizes democracy and ensuring that markets are governed by the rule of law and fairness, rather than being overtaken by large corporations or undue influence of money in politics. In summary, Pete Buttigieg doesn't shy away from the discussion surrounding "socialism," but he sees the label as a political tool that has lost its effectiveness and prefers to focus on promoting policies that he believes are practical and beneficial for the American people, regardless of how they are labeled by opponents.

On Zohran Mamdani being called a β€œDemocratic Socialist” - it’s an old Republican talking point. It’s what the Republicans call us whenever they don’t agree with something. Forget about the labels and focus on the policies.

Here’s what Pete said back when he was running for president:

26.06.2025 13:58 β€” πŸ‘ 419    πŸ” 144    πŸ’¬ 46    πŸ“Œ 13
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Happy belated #caturday. Zoli is looking content. #devonrex

26.05.2025 14:18 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Am I the only one who finds it strange that a permit-less ICE facility was built in the same area where airplane radars are glitching?

11.05.2025 01:33 β€” πŸ‘ 102    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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These three sisters! #caturday

04.05.2025 01:42 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This. I feel seen. πŸ˜…

02.05.2025 22:34 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
Thousands gathered for May Day in Philadelphia

Thousands gathered for May Day in Philadelphia

US opposition politician @sanders.senate.gov gathered between 5 to 10 thousand people in Philadelphia to celebrate May Day and oppose the Trump regime. #3E #EndImpunity #MayDay

01.05.2025 22:41 β€” πŸ‘ 5829    πŸ” 1584    πŸ’¬ 93    πŸ“Œ 87
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Baby Marigold! 6 years layer, still a skeptic #caturday

19.04.2025 20:24 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Before the election, I warned that there is no safe haven under authoritarianism.

If they can ship Kilmar Abrego Garcia to a foreign prisonβ€”accused of no crime, with no trialβ€”they can do it to anyone.

Americans of conscience must stand against this now.

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15.04.2025 10:35 β€” πŸ‘ 59331    πŸ” 19005    πŸ’¬ 1612    πŸ“Œ 860
Lmao the amount of SPY calls increased by over 10x literally 10 min before the announcement
Contract:

Lmao the amount of SPY calls increased by over 10x literally 10 min before the announcement Contract:

People were informed about Trumps tariff announcement prior to his social media post or official announcement.

This is a clear case of insider fraud and market manipulation.

10.04.2025 06:27 β€” πŸ‘ 7045    πŸ” 2500    πŸ’¬ 238    πŸ“Œ 139
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Straight up criming

#Trump #tariffs #InsiderTrading #MarketManipulation #kleptocracy #oligarchy #SEC #criminal #law

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Yesterday was incredible. The official count is in β€” 5.2 million people joined the #HandsOff protest nationwide. So many are asking: what’s next? Mark your calendars: 4/19 is the next nationwide day of protest.

06.04.2025 14:26 β€” πŸ‘ 18028    πŸ” 4828    πŸ’¬ 421    πŸ“Œ 488
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Happy belated #caturday. Vee, my most introspective, always finds the quiet spot (up high) to observe.

06.04.2025 16:42 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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To the world:
We are fighting back. Our movement has been silenced by the media hereβ€”but we are not backing down. This is what our streets looked like across multiple cities. Tomorrow, there will be more of us! Raise a glass to freedom.

β€”With love,
Your American allies.

05.04.2025 22:03 β€” πŸ‘ 83388    πŸ” 19513    πŸ’¬ 1880    πŸ“Œ 1133
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Ezra Levin: There are over 100,000 folks in D.C. right now...We are all part of the single largest pro-democracy protest in years. Every single state, just about every single community, 1,300 worldwide, y'all! #HandsOff @indivisible.org

06.04.2025 00:15 β€” πŸ‘ 948    πŸ” 248    πŸ’¬ 23    πŸ“Œ 5
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This is Salt Lake City, Utah. Amazing turnout for #HandsOff rally in a deep red state.

06.04.2025 00:23 β€” πŸ‘ 12043    πŸ” 2074    πŸ’¬ 184    πŸ“Œ 116
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The economy is crashing. Americans are watching their 401Ks turn into 201Ks. Grocery prices are through the roof. And what’s Donald Trump doing? Golfing.

Mr. President, get your ass off the golf course and face the people! #Handsoff

06.04.2025 00:21 β€” πŸ‘ 4888    πŸ” 1072    πŸ’¬ 151    πŸ“Œ 36
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NEW: Incredible scenes in Washington DC now.

Tens of thousands on the National Mall for the #HandsOff protest against Trump & Musk.

There must be over a million people protesting across every US state today.

#FiftyFiftyOne #HandsOff2025

(πŸŽ₯ Alejandro Alvarez)

05.04.2025 19:36 β€” πŸ‘ 8499    πŸ” 1864    πŸ’¬ 114    πŸ“Œ 112
Massive crowd at Hands Off rally in St. Paul, Minnesota

Massive crowd at Hands Off rally in St. Paul, Minnesota

Wow. #HandsOff rally in St. Paul, Minnesota is massive!

05.04.2025 20:08 β€” πŸ‘ 53057    πŸ” 10000    πŸ’¬ 579    πŸ“Œ 479
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Near Akron, Ohio. #3E #Handsoff #FiftyFiftyOne

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@einstein-spicoli.bsky.social

05.04.2025 20:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2519    πŸ” 418    πŸ’¬ 38    πŸ“Œ 16
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New York! 😳

Fifth Avenue is filled. Trump will hate this πŸŽ‰

#HandsOff #FiftyFiftyOne #HandsOff2025

05.04.2025 19:52 β€” πŸ‘ 6434    πŸ” 1662    πŸ’¬ 134    πŸ“Œ 164
Protestors in Helena MT

Protestors in Helena MT

#HandsOff Helena, MT
Guessing 1200 or so.

05.04.2025 20:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1858    πŸ” 251    πŸ’¬ 25    πŸ“Œ 16
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Baltimore City was on point today. The signs were hitting hard!
#HandsOff

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Sedona, Arizona #3E #Handsoff #FiftyFiftyOne

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@afterthemarch.bsky.social

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