Recent posts by Public Intellectuals and Advocates on Bluesky

"In an administration where the president meets with his biggest cryptocurrency buyers and accepts a private plane from Qatar, two flags are far from the biggest ethics issue on the table. But I still want to know—where did those flags go?!"

“Going back to Egypt for me is a death sentence.” Ayman Soliman, an Imam at a children’s hospital in Cincinnati who comforts families in times of grief and has been here legally for 11 years, just had his asylum status revoked by Trump and was detained.

When you see somebody talking about Joe Biden ask them why Donald Trump said are we still talking about Jeffrey Epstein while he still talks about Joe Biden

Brosnahan is as good as Margot Kidder.

AI isn't the only thing that hallucinates

Christopher Reeve is irreplaceable as Superman, but Corenswet was charming, heroic, funny, a bit dorky, and a great successor. Also loved the many Easter egg shoutouts to previous Superman movies.

Somebody somewhere Needs flowers tonight PS Best seen Full screen

⚡️Trump promises 'major statement' on Russia, reveals new NATO weapons deal for Ukraine. In a July 10 interview w/ NBC News, U.S. President Trump said he plans to make a "major statement" on Russia next week & revealed a new NATO weapons deal for Ukraine.

everything is terrible so here’s the swedish chef doing rapper’s delight

Wow, nine hours of standoff. Deep bow to those standing up against ice.

I just saw Superman. What incredible fun.

Among today’s developments, the Trump administration sues California, claiming its humane treatment standards for laying hens make eggs too expensive. My girls are not impressed. Read on for all of today’s legal news. open.substack.com/pub/joycevan...

Just saw Superman. Was gonna do a whole bit about it walking in. That’d be a disservice. It’s an important piece of work and I’m not joking. I don’t even like superhero movies. Sprint to see it. Bring your kids and explain it to them. James Gunn had a time machine when he made it.

In a handicraft moment, I made this little list for you. I hope you enjoy it.

Weird -

This shit looks like it was written by a child. How embarrassing.

Rep. Randy Fine on NewsNation doubles down on his description of Rep. Ilhan Omar as a "Muslim terrorist"

I’m with you 100 % affordable housing healthcare -

🚨 🚨 🚨 BREAKING: DOJ official Patty Hartman, a 17 year veteran, says she was fired on Monday by Pam Bondi for being part of the January 6 investigation. She is warning that the White House is DIRECTING Pam Bondi’s moves and this wave of retribution.

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Even if we never meet...I already know this about you (even if you don't): You didn’t survive birth...heartbreak...and BS up until now... just to watch freedom get torched. You were born for this moment. Don't let your eyes close tonight...without recognizing that.

Scotty Not Too Hotty

LIVE: ASEAN foreign ministers meet with East Asia Summit dialogue partners ASEAN foreign ministers hold dialogue with counterparts from India, Australia, Japan, China, New Zealand, and South Korea during the ASEAN Foreign Ministers East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EJK...

Exactly.

Chicago was under a flood watch Thursday night in anticipation of thunderstorms expected to move through the city, according to the National Weather Service.

"Democrats often tend to overthink things. An opposition party can (and probably should) present a galvanizing agenda. Certainly that was the lesson from 1994 and even 2010. But is it entirely necessary?"

I know it's late, but I just finished my latest about the GOP's desperate strategy to deal with their deep unpopularity via more extreme gerrymandering and why it may backfire. Become a Democracy Docket member now to receive it in your inbox tomorrow. newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-meblu...

I have a confession to make: I'm not scared. Not even a little bit. I sometimes ask myself if it's because I'm that G'damned stupid. But...the answer is always, "No. That's not it. You're not stupid." It's really as simple as this: I. Do. Not. Give. A. Fuck. Some things...are just as simple as that

We won’t forget

Not comfortable - worried about a flag ? The world is at war with fascism - x.com/mosababutoha...

Don’t look away - out tax dollars at work x.com/mosababutoha...

It’s very telling that this place shows/ offers very little content about the worst moral catastrophe of our times - and to see the ugly truth you go to x and instagram - PC warriors ? Liberals ? Comfort lovers ? Why is the defining moral crisis of this century not seen and debated here?

All hail Superman Trump. Totally normal stuff, and yes, this is from the official White House account.

From the Editorial Board: The men, the Johns in common parlance, have been allowed to slink away — apparently now for good. Or, more accurately, for evil.

Normally I would say who cares what a senior government official did when he was a teenager, but in this case the official was a teenager ~yesterday www.thedailybeast.com/cops-probed-...

Zohran Mamdani on Imam Husayn, Ashura, Karbala, and fighting oppression, even against the odds. "To stand up for justice... often means doing that which is difficult." Powerful:

Exclusive: United Nations sanctions monitors have seen no ‘active ties’ this year between Al Qaeda and the Islamist group leading Syria's interim government, a finding that could strengthen an expected U.S. push for removing U.N. sanctions on Syria reut.rs/465uk5a

Why does Elon musk sewage tank x show Gaza content - but the supposedly progressive or liberal “ good “ Bluesky seem to have very little - if any ? What could be a more important story / newsworthy ? Am I following the wrong people ? Does it make people uncomfortable ? Can’t have that…

Wow – an A+ from America’s premier foremost constitutional law professor. Thank you so much, @tribelaw.bsky.social !

Fascism doesn’t show up wearing jackboots. It shows up in suits, stacks the courts, and calls the press “the enemy.” You don’t need to guess anymore. Here are the 10 signs—and what you must do now.👇 www.jackhopkinsnow.com

I am a free speech absolutist. But only if it’s free speech that I agree with.

Sen. John Cornyn will have to keep praying for a President Trump endorsement in the GOP Senate primary in Texas, but today he got some direct intervention from a different source: Opponent Ken Paxton's wife of 38 years.

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State Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Geneva, announced Wednesday that he will seek re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives in the 65th District in 2026.

Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian activist who was detained by US immigration authorities for more than 100 days, is seeking $20 million from the Trump administration over what he says was his false imprisonment and malicious prosecution reut.rs/3IjMA0F

I had to take a break because I got too busy with volunteer stuff, but I'm posting again at my vegan recipe account, @whatdoveganseat.bsky.social! So if you are interesting in adding more plant based meals to your rotation you can check it out if you want!

This is the most important chart you will see all week. www.democracydocket.com/timeline-tra...

Everyone always had measles. by RFK Jr.

“President Trump has nominated a fiery right-wing influencer known for his machismo and professed love for steaks and Hooters to be the ambassador to Malaysia.” www.nytimes.com/2025/07/10/u...

So wrong but so right www.bbc.com/news/article...

I get Dean Philips and Dean Cain confused because they’re both losers I don’t give a shit about.

Trump Makes BBLs More Pricey, Crushes on a Reporter & Shields His Belly From Iran youtu.be/bnrkwwxDILI

MMA fighter Ben Askren says he died "four times" during a double lung transplant after a battle with pneumonia. CNN's Patrick Snell reports.

If you’re still posting on X then you’re complicit.

"The Trump administration is firing and pushing out employees across the Justice Department and FBI, often with no explanation or warning, creating rampant speculation and fear within the workforce over who might be terminated next..." {gift link} wapo.st/3InfKMA

"Although Tanenhaus readily admits that conservatism would have suffered immeasurably without Buckley’s presence on the ramparts, he leaves much doubt as to whether that beleaguered creed possessed any noble or ennobling content."

President Trump today announced plans for a 35% tariff on goods imported from Canada that would take effect on Aug. 1.

"If folks Google 'Ken Paxton scandal' you'll spend the whole night reading about different ones." And now this. @willsommer.bsky.social talks Ken Paxton's divorce drama with @samsteindc.bsky.social:

Trump regime ICE forces provoking and attacking civilians in California. #3E #StopICE

We are almost done with our podcast “vacation,” i’m curious what you guys wanna hear about or focus on besides the usual rising authoritarianism and slow rolling constitutional crisis

The Justice Department has issued subpoenas demanding confidential patient information from more than 20 doctors and hospitals that provide gender-related treatments to minors, according to officials with knowledge of the move. Story from The New York Times.

"Republican Lawmaker Calls Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, and Zohran Mamdani 'Muslim Terrorists' – Will He Be Censured?" @premthakker.bsky.social reached out to every Dem who voted to censure Tlaib in 2023. Here’s what they said about Randy Fine's viciously bigoted remarks: zeteo.com/p/republican...

Yep, many of the Nazis who joined the SA hadn't fought in WWI but wanted to in order to seem cool. They wanted a legitimate way to enact violence.

What's happening in California is a hostile invasion by the Trump regime. Perris, California's mayor warns civilians to remain calm and indoors as Trump regime ICE invasion forces carry out terrorist activity. He warns civilians to not open the door to strangers. #3E #StopICE

⚡️Zelensky urges US senators to 'increase sanctions pressure on Russia.' President Zelensky met with U.S. Senators Graham & Blumenthal on July 10, urging stronger sanctions against Russia & emphasizing the need to maintain international pressure to bring an end to Moscow's aggression.

Thou shalt not complain that ‘Superman has gone woke’ because he’s an immigrant and claim to have ever been a fan.

When Steve Bannon went to prison I asked the public to pray for the person who had to do his body cavity search because it was gonna be like when they cut open a shark and find old license plates. Just thought I would share that again since Herpes Steve is in the news today.

This isn’t about “youth.” Its about breaking the establishment dogma that is holding the party hostage. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/10/u...

Trump regime forces used helicopters during their attacks on civilian farmers in California. They allegedly used the helicopters to air in water for regime forces while destroying the crops beneath them. California ranks as the fifth-largest supplier of food in the world. #3E #StopICE

Correct. The class action prerequisites set forth in Rules 23(a) and 23(b)(2) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure are easily met here. It’s a no-brainer.

Correct. The class action prerequisites set forth in Rule 23(a) and 23(b)(2) are easily met here. It’s a no-brainer.

Congrats everyone, we now have 35% tariffs on Canada for no apparent reason

This is the second time Azeen has done this. She still hasn't mentioned the Utah report at all.

This is nonsense. A case like this one is *exactly* what a Rule 23(b)(2) class action is for.

In a just world, every one of these Democratic senators would be primaried - especially the hypocritical Cory Booker who is wisely trying to hide his face in this picture. (Netanyahu is wanted by the ICC, a far right authoritarian, and kills innocent Palestinians on a daily basis, including today!)

We need strong crypto legislation, not weak rules that put our economy at risk and turbocharge the corruption superhighway the industry has built with Donald Trump.

Serial sexual predator Bill O’reilly referring to AOC as dangerous.

Trump regime forces attacking innocent farm workers and families in California, the "protestors" are concerned US civilians standing up for human rights amid the regimes ethnic cleansing campaign. #3E #StopICE

1. On Chris Cuomo’s show, Bill O’Reilly says that @aoc.bsky.social would beat Chuck Schumer — who may be dealing with some popularity issues but is still the Senate Democratic leader, with access to enormous political power, institutional support, and a gigantic fundraising machine — in a primary.

The only thing I find surprising about the E. Jean Carroll rape verdict against Donald Trump being upheld is that she wasn't underage or his daughter. #EpsteinFiles

Has Susan Collins expressed her concern about the new 35% Canada tariff yet?

The State Department has informed employees that layoffs are set to begin soon.

The zeal of the convert

This is Patty Hartman, a 17 year veteran of the Justice Department. She was fired on Monday by Pam Bondi. She is warning of a wave of retribution inside the agency. You must hear her words for yourself.

Here we go again. Trump is back to fighting with Canada, just like with almost all our allies. We, as consumers, are going to pay for Trump’s stupid, reckless trade wars.

The State Department will begin issuing layoff notices to employees via email “in the coming days” as a part of the Trump administration’s plans to downsize government, according to a memo obtained by The Post.

A federal judge Thursday again blocked President Donald Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship.🥳 www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

My interview with reporter @jkbjournalist.bsky.social about the Epstein case feels more like a true crime podcast than anything I’ve ever done before. Lots of really interesting insights into the case and Epstein’s relationship with Trump. Listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

She was making Instagram videos

Gork abandoned me in my time of need

Sir, this is a prison

Goodnight 🌙 Fuck @fetterman.senate.gov

My brains is cloudy, my soul is upside-down. So I put together six of my favorite articles I wrote on American autocracy in 2016-2017 and six from 2025. Come explore! No paywalls! sarahkendzior.substack.com/p/something-...

Shortstop? Pitcher? Which position will the Chicago White Sox target with the No. 10 pick in the MLB draft? Mike Shirley, the Sox's director of amateur scouting, provided some insight ahead of the draft, which begins Sunday.

Camp Mystic thanks you Donald. Murderer.

This headline after Skrmetti was downright lying. They knew it was not "left to the states." Now today's headline. Fuck the New York Times.

As FEMA responds to the deadly flooding in Texas, one key resource is missing: the FEMA leader. David Richardson, the agency's acting administrator, has not been to the site of one of the deadliest floods in the U.S. in the past 25 years. www.politico.com/news/2025/07...

In this Ohio diner, Adams still means Grizzly, not Nick. But they do know this: Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Malaysia is either a killer or a big two-hearted fibber.

In this Ohio diner, Adams still means Grizzly, not Nick. But they do know this: Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Malaysia is either a killer or a two-hearted fibber.