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ClintBarton, 22 hours ago to random

Justice Clarence Thomas calls criticism of him ‘nastiness’ and ‘lies’

Another example of ... 🤔

"Vinegar calling lemonjuice sour"

Justice Thomas gives some of his most detailed comments since the news last year about businessman Harlan Crow paying for his trips, real estate deals and calls to recuse himself from cases related to the 2020 election because of his wife’s involvement with efforts to block President Biden’s victory.

https://wapo.st/3WDFb1u

ClintBarton, 22 hours ago to random

Federal judge halts new U.S. rules limiting credit card late fees ...

This is another reason why voting for a party that has your best interest (Democrats) is so important.

Republican’s have spent decades reshaping the courts because they knew the demographics were changing and their unpopular ideology was losing them votes and races.

So ... they devised a plan to be able to supersede laws they don’t agree with appointing judges in favor of their agenda.

1/2

TonyStark, 2 days ago to random

Republicans’ declarations of support for Israel are simple to see through, but this is a good run down on most of the antisemitic tropes I’ve been seeing all my life.

So, don’t believe anything Republicans are saying about it. However, if you read it, you’ll see some portion of the left is using antisemitic tropes, also, over and over. Antisemitism is antisemitism. There’s no excuse for it.

How Republicans Echo Antisemitic Tropes Despite Declaring Support for Israel:
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/09/us/antisemitism-republicans-trump.html?unlocked_article_code=1.qk0.hFpm.l8GXNmRteK9s&smid=url-share

ClintBarton, 5 days ago to random

Live updates: Trump is in trouble again for not keeping his mouth shut, and they're threatening to throw him in jail.

https://wapo.st/3wy9o7f

> “The last thing I want to do is put you in jail,” Justice Juan Merchan said. “You are the former president of the United States and possibly the next president as well.”

ClintBarton, 6 days ago to random

Biden's Cancer Moonshot initiative is Congress' latest partisan casualty

However, with the ever-present dysfunction of Congress, maybe predictably, the program has been stalled. Some Republicans, refusing to give Biden a “win,” voted against the renewal of funding.

Even though this would be a win for all Americans and humanity it apparently did not outweigh the politics of making a Democrat look good. This is the definition of party over country.

https://ssnews.page.link/44Gehuhe2oH2jQcs7

TonyStark, 8 days ago to random

If you don’t have the gun companies trying to put a gun in everyone’s hands, people can just ask another person to move out of their driveway.

Teen pizza delivery driver shot at multiple times after parking in the wrong driveway:
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/teen-pizza-delivery-driver-shot-multiple-parking-wrong-driveway-rcna150638

TonyStark, 9 days ago to random

Fediverse: Trump did something- 1 billion posts and boosts.

Account on a supposedly well-moderated instance: “Jews only get Germany, maybe half.” (Maybe know what happened there and not where they’re all from anyway, dumbfuck.) - total dead silence here.

This place is shameful.

TonyStark, 9 days ago to random

I need a gaslighting emoji.

TonyStark, 10 days ago to random

Thanks to President Biden for continuing to deliver on student loan forgiveness.

This will free these people from debt incurred due to fraud and help them with necessary and discretionary spending. Overall, this will be a fantastic boost.

I was fortunate enough to be able to pay my loans, but don’t want others to struggle like I did. It’s called compassion with the absence of jealousy.

Student loans erased for 300,000 students from school accused of fraud -
https://www.pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/05/student-loans-erased-for-300000-students-from-school-accused-of-fraud.html

ClintBarton, 10 days ago to random

Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect today. 05/01/24

The rules are affecting not just women who want therapeutic abortions, procedures to terminate viable pregnancies because of personal choice, but also nonviable pregnancies for women who want to have babies.

https://apnews.com/article/florida-abortion-ban-9509a806453e1eab50d118aaecffa2f1

ClintBarton, 10 days ago to random

What would a second Trump term really look like?

You no longer need to guess ...

Regardless of one's personal stance on these matters, it is crucial to acknowledge and understand Trump's stated intentions, as outlined in two extensive interviews with TIME magazine. Ignoring these intentions is no longer tenable, as they have been made public and unambiguous.

Read the Full Transcripts of Trump's interviews with TIME

https://time.com/6972022/donald-trump-transcript-2024-election/

ClintBarton, 10 days ago to random

Louisiana Lawmakers Move to Criminalize Possession of Abortion Pills ...

Louisiana legislators are proposing an amendment to criminalize the possession of mifepristone and misoprostol, commonly used abortion pills. This unexpected addition to a bill initially focused on criminalizing "coerced criminal abortion by means of fraud" has surprised abortion advocates and OB-GYNs in the state.

https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/louisiana-criminalize-possession-abortion-pills-1235013039/#?utm_source=onesignal

TonyStark, 11 days ago to random

These funds are investing in our nation’s infrastructure, our wildlife, our planet, and our natural resources by reconnecting fragmented rivers, improving fish migration, and enhancing local economies. #EnvironmentalAction #ClimateAction

Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $70 Million from Investing in America Agenda for National Fish Passage Program Projects to Address Climate Resilience and Strengthen Local Economies | U.S. Department of the Interior:
https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/biden-harris-administration-announces-more-70-million-investing-america-agenda

ClintBarton, 12 days ago to random

A federal appellate court in Richmond made a big decision. They said that health insurance plans in states have to cover surgeries that help transgender people feel more like themselves.

This is a huge win for transgender rights, especially since there's been a lot of pushback against them.

https://wapo.st/44p06XJ

ClintBarton, 12 days ago to random

Supreme Court appears open to some presidential immunity for Trump, risking delays ....

The Supreme Court justices were like, "Nah, I don't think so," when Trump's lawyers said he couldn't be held accountable for trying to overthrow the government or have someone killed.

“I’m trying to understand what the disincentive is from turning the Oval Office into, you know, the seat of criminal activity in this country,”
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson ...

https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4621749-supreme-court-justices-skeptical-of-sweeping-immunity-claims-by-trump/

TonyStark, 12 days ago (edited 12 days ago) to random

I just saw a comment to a mutual that just straight up said “Nothing Joe Biden ever does will ever be enough to get my vote" and then expressed surprise that Biden isn't gunning for their vote.

TonyStark, 12 days ago to random

Protections like this are critical for maintaining vital ecosystems and the abundance of biodiversity. I’m grateful for the Biden administration’s commitment to restoring and protecting our natural landscapes and ensuring wildlife can thrive for future generations.

Healthy outdoor spaces for people and wildlife benefits everyone.

Interior Department Announces Expansion of Four National Wildlife Refuges to Conserve Habitat, Protect Species and Support Recreation |
https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-announces-expansion-four-national-wildlife-refuges-conserve

TonyStark, 20 days ago to random

Kennedy used to be an environmentalist. His current positions on the environment are more libertarian, since he doesn't believe in cutting greenhouse gasses through regulation or jump-starting green energy with subsidies. He wants to let the market work its “wonders.”

He's also a crypto fan, which generates about 23 metric tons of CO2 annually.

His friends and colleagues at NRDC are right.

RFK Jr.’s onetime allies in environmental advocacy call for him to drop out |
https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/robert-kennedy-natural-resources-defense-council/index.html

ClintBarton, 21 days ago to random

National Parks Week is coming up from April 20th to 28th! It's a great time to donate money and volunteer for our national parks. Plus, on the first day of the week, they waive the entrance fees, and there are a ton of free activities both online and in person!

#NationalParksWeek #ParksForAll #NatureLover

https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/outdoors/gear-that-gives-back-national-parks

ClintBarton, 21 days ago to random

NY AG,, Letitia James, filed a request on Friday seeking the invalidation of Trump's bond in the ongoing civil fraud case against him.
The concern raised by James revolves around the financial capability of the company that issued the bond, Knight Specialty Insurance Company, to fully secure the $175 million bond amount.

Additionally, she emphasized the need for the collateral provided by the former president to be under the complete control of the insurance company.

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/new-york-ag-letitia-james-asks-judge-void-trumps-bond-civil-fraud-verd-rcna148628

TonyStark, 21 days ago to random

The Biden Administration just announced historic protections for 13 million acres of Alaska’s Western Arctic from drilling and the safeguarding of the Brooks Range and the Gates of the Arctic.

This is important and consequential action and who fills Cabinet positions really matters. Elections matter.

Biden-Harris Administration Takes Critical Action to Protect Alaska Native Subsistence, Lands and Wildlife |
https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/biden-harris-administration-takes-critical-action-protect-alaska-native-subsistence