DustinMi

Great woman! Decades later we have moved backwards and have Abbott. God save Texas if Abbott wins again. #VoteBlue

Federal Reserve Cuts Key Rate As Government Shutdown Clouds Economic Outlook Wednesday's decision brings the Fed's key rate down to about 3.9%, from about 4.1%.

www.huffpost.com/entry/federa...

Who ordered the extra inflation?

This assessment is understood by 80% of the voters, even many die-hard MAGA voters largely understand this.

Government Shutdown Week 4: A Guide for Advocates Polling report on awareness of and blame for the government shutdown.

If you see Republicans in congress Squirming, it might be because of this:
"Americans now blame Trump and Republicans for the shutdown by 14 points, up from 10 points last week."

The "clean" CR Republicans passed in the house is only good until November 21st. So I think Democrats should vote to keep the government shutdown until November 14th, and reopen it for 1 week - replenish all the state funding, and then go right back to demanding ACA subsidies be restored.

Inflation rate hit 3.0% in September, lower than expected, long-awaited CPI report shows The annual inflation rate as measured by the CPI was expected to be 3.1% in September, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.

So much for that federal interest rate cut the Trump admin was REALLY hoping for. I can't see how the Fed could justify one as CPI isn't just stubbornly high, but possibly accelerating.

It took them WAY too long. Man, if you start with kids, you gotta know to move fast with your production. I might still see it just to conclude it in my head...

YouTube video by The Damage Report Jon Stewart TERRIFIES Republicans With 2028 Hints

It's probably just Youtube clickbait, but I could see myself getting behind a Stewart, 2028 run.

Mills being terrific is not incompatible with the idea that Schumer could hurt her chances by publicly siding with her.

This will not end well...

I always thought Dems should add masked police and tariffs as part of their shutdown demands. Those things are not popular.

Democratic primary war escalates over Graham Platner Schumer said Mills "is the best candidate to retire Susan Collins."

The Democratic "establishment" has no idea how much they are disliked by the base, do they?

Saying that Platner is unvetted and risky was a good argument. But Schumer basically endorsing Mills is going to backfire spectacularly. Out of spite, more activists are going to get behind Platner now.

My Last Day as an Accomplice of the Republican Party Why I’m leaving the GOP and why I’m urging my former colleagues to do the same.

"Today, I quit allowing my complacency to destroy America, and I urge you to quit, too." www.thebulwark.com/p/my-last-da...

They already have an aggressive gerrymander, they might end up regretting this.

Republicans aren’t negotiating an Obamacare extension yet. But they’re getting ready. The discussions surround how to structure and advance an extension of key insurance subsidies before the end of the year.

Did the #NoKings protests matter? Well, you connect the dots:

Exclusive: Trump judicial nominee "indefinitely" stalled by criminal probe "Guard is still qualified and the White House wants to fill this spot," one of the sources said.

Trump administration finally sees a fight it doesn't want. It's interesting implications. They excused an appointee who accepted $50,000 in cash, but this apparently was too much. Could all the unpopular shit they're doing actually be taking a political toll?

YouTube video by Hot Garbage Productions The Ballad of the Portland Frog Brigade / Peaceful protest song

How are there not a 1,000 reels and shorts remixing this song and putting in better video?

Thank You Ireland

#NoKings

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Jeanine Pirro Strikes Out Yet Again In Federal Court Prosecutor Jeanine Pirro failed to secure a felony indictment against the woman three times, then lost a jury trial on a misdemeanor charge. Ouch.

A lot of dark shit is happening. But there are people who are fighting and winning against this authoritarian wave.

I think its one of those situations where she didn't set out to give him hell, but she just told the truth which felt like Hell to him.

A lot of 30 year old "kids" in those chats.

Facebook takes down page that Justice Department says was used to harass ICE agents The U.S. Justice Department said on Tuesday that Meta had complied with its request to take down a page on its Facebook platform that the agency said was being used to harass ICE agents in Chicago.

Americans will remember that when push came to shove, who fought for democracy, and who enabled the would-be dictators.

OpenAI has got to be the most over-leveraged company in history

‘I’m going to stop the wars’ – Trump says, as he claims victory "They said ‘he will start a war.’ I’m not going to start a war, I’m going to stop the wars," said Donald Trump during a speech in which he claimed victory in the 2024 presidential elections.

but, but, I thought he was the anti-war president!? /s

a man in a tan suit stands in front of a microphone with the letters snl on the bottom Alt: a man in a tan suit stands in front of a microphone saying "PASS"

Need G.W. Bush's voice? um...

People blowing up fishing boats probably shouldn't get Nobel peace prizes.

YouTube video by The Democrats Soybean Farmer Explains Trump’s Trade War

The message is clear. Trump doesn't care about your farm.

While navigating life under an authoritarian regime is profoundly challenging, strategies for survival often focus on prioritizing personal safety, maintaining networks, and engaging in low-risk forms of resistance. Historically, authoritarian regimes eventually fail, but individuals must navigate the present with resilience and awareness. Prioritize personal safety Authoritarian regimes control populations through fear, censorship, and unpredictability. Personal safety is the top priority for you and your family. Assess your risks: Evaluate your personal situation and consider which actions might endanger you. Some regimes are more dangerous as they begin to weaken. Secure your life: Minimize potential administrative and bureaucratic weaknesses that a regime could exploit, such as outstanding financial or legal matters. In many regimes, police operate outside the law, and arbitrary actions are a constant threat. Prepare for emergencies: Stocking basic necessities can be a lifeline during times of instability. Secure your communications: Use encrypted communication methods and be cautious about who you trust. Be aware of state surveillance, which can include both digital and physical monitoring.

Protect and leverage your network Regimes thrive by isolating people and fostering mistrust. Connections with others can be a source of strength. Cherish loved ones: Investing time in building and maintaining strong relationships with family and friends provides a vital source of refuge and support. Counter division: Authoritarian regimes often try to turn people against one another by creating false dichotomies like "patriots versus traitors". Remaining united with fellow citizens, despite differences in belief, can be important. Engage with supporters carefully: If interacting with regime supporters, avoiding angry, emotional arguments can be helpful. Instead, focusing on shared ground, remaining calm, and asking questions may offer insights into their motivations. Communicate securely: When communicating with your network, doing so in a manner that doesn't draw suspicion can be wise. Mixing important information with normal, everyday chatter can be a strategy.

Stay informed and protect your mind Authoritarian control can depend on a monopoly of information and the suppression of critical thinking. Seek independent information: Authoritarian regimes may control the media and distort facts. Seeking out and supporting independent media sources can help ensure a clearer understanding of events. Protect your children's education: Regimes may rewrite history to indoctrinate young people. Teaching children critical thinking skills and ensuring they learn real history can be important. Manage your mental health: Living under constant stress and anxiety can be draining. Engaging in self-care activities and setting boundaries on media consumption can help protect mental well-being. Understand the long game Be patient but persistent: The existence of authoritarian rule is not inevitable, and regimes have historically failed. Do not assume it will get better on its own. It won't. Think strategically: Small acts from millions of people can contribute to change. Prepare for change: Consider what a future democracy might look like and consider strengthening democratic institutions and norms.

Google's AI advice to "How to live under an authoritarian regime?" is surprisingly good. Why did I ask it that? No reason...