Preston Johnson

I don't know whether to laugh or cry, or scream... or all of the above.

The universe speaks in mysterious ways.

Dear Canada and Mexico,

We’re so, so sorry.

— Sane America

I’m going to put my rich guy hat on and say I hope that Mexico and Canada issue equal, retaliatory tariffs and stick to them for an extended period.

I apologize to all the people it will cost money and the businesses it will hurt.

But it’s the only way for tariffs to be seen for what they are

Happy Birthday Marc! Hope you have a fantastic day! Thanks for all that you do for democracy! Stay Blessed!🎂🎁🎊

Thanks for sharing!

Fed holds rates steady, takes less confident view on inflation The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released its decision on interest rates.

Fed holds rates steady, takes less confident view on inflation.

Federal workers union warns Trump purge 'will cause chaos' "Between the flurry of anti-worker executive orders and policies, it is clear that the Trump administration's goal is to turn the federal government into a toxic environment where workers cannot stay ...

“Between the flurry of anti-worker executive orders and policies, it is clear that the Trump administration’s goal is to turn the federal government into a toxic environment where workers cannot stay even if they want to.”

Opinion | What should Democrats do now? Form a shadow cabinet. The venerable British institution of the opposition would serve America well today.

This needs to happen. Right now.

Caroline Kennedy Urges Senators to Reject RFK Jr. for Health Secretary In a harsh letter to lawmakers considering Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for health secretary, Ms. Kennedy called her cousin a “predator” who led other family members down the path of addiction.

Caroline Kennedy wrote a letter that urges senators to reject her cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for health secretary, calling him a “predator” who is addicted to the attention he gets from airing dangerous views on vaccinations.

That man is sick. He’s the next Dr. Mengele. 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

The largest tuberculosis outbreak in American history is happening right now, in Kansas.

Just one of those things you won't hear a peep about now that Orange Hitler shut down the health department and he told the CDC that they're no longer allowed to inform the public about outbreaks.

Don't test. Don't report.
Just make believe it's not happening!
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You know what to do! #BoycottTarget

So far here’s a list of companies reinforcing their commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Apple
Costco
Bank of America
Delta
JP Morgan
Marriott
Microsoft
Procter & Gamble
Goldman Sachs
American Airlines
Southwest Airlines
United Airlines
Catholic Health

Air Force says new recruits will again learn about Tuskegee Airmen The head of the service's San Antonio-based training command said a video about the pioneering Black aviators would remain in the basic training curriculum.

Thank goodness: after an outpouring of public dissent, Lackland reversed its terrible decision and will thankfully be teaching recruits about the Tuskegee airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots again. A reminder that we must always push back: www.expressnews.com/news/article...

YouTube video by PBS NewsHour PBS News Weekend full episode, Jan. 25, 2025

A while back I asked folks why they’re joining Bluesky and the most common response I saw was, “I just want a good place to get my news” and, yall, no. Bad.

GET YOUR NEWS FROM THE NEWS

PBS Newshour is FREE FOR EVERYONE.

youtu.be/PMOYN8JWdUk?...

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Goodbye to the lost children of Gaza. You were loved, you are remembered, you did not deserve it | Nesrine Malik There is no way to rationalise the horrors inflicted on Gaza’s innocent children. Now is the time to mourn them fully, says columnist Nesrine Malik

Heartbreaking. Inexcusable. Infuriating.

4th Circuit To Weigh Whether NC Supreme Court Election Challenge Should Proceed in State or Federal Court Read more here.

Please pay attention to this case being argued in the 4th Circuit tomorrow. It could determine whether the GOP succeeds in stealing a NC Supreme Court seat by disenfranchising 60,000 voters.

Follow @democracydocket.com for full coverage of this critical case.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

So much class

Revisiting January 6th: The Truth in Motion (Videos Of Pardoned Criminals) Uncovering the Lies, Confronting the Violence, and Standing Firm for Democracy

The truth of January 6th can't be erased. Watch the pardoned criminals brutally attacking police inside the Capitol and see what some call 'patriotism.' No spin, just facts.

adamkinzinger.substack.com/p/revisiting...

I’ve been on the fence about joining Costco; this just helped me make my decision. #teamcostco

Stand firm.

What you can do Ten ways to resist Trump II

In light of Trump II’s predictably cruel and bonkers beginning, many people are asking: “What can I do now?” Here are 10 recommendations. robertreich.substack.com/p/what-you-c...