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Europe: โค๏ธ of democracy The truly democratic nations must coalesce around the EU as equals, standard setters and standard bearers for freedom, democracy, equality & rule of law. ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต โœŠ US is not a democracy, our ally or a reliable business partner

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Its the same the world over. Elections are won on simple & usually short-term issues that concern money.

Not enough people take the time, can afford, or have the perspective to grasp the complexities. Weak political systems (only 2 choices) such as in the US make things worse.

The rich are winning

09.03.2026 07:07 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I agree 100% but I also know the economy is what moves people the most and that changing public opinion will, though painfully, require making MAGA folks see how even their hateful asses are hurt by all of this.

08.03.2026 18:24 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Jim Acosta (@jimacosta) Are you kidding me? This is insane.

substack.com/@jimacosta/n...
As if you needed the motivation today to RESIST, but thanks FOX NEWS!

08.03.2026 18:28 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Platform | Dr. Annie Andrews for Senate Dr. Annie Andrews is a pediatrician and mom who has dedicated her career to fighting for a brighter future for all children...

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If all you know about her is the "full of shit" ad, here's a link to her platform so you make a more informed decision. Unfortunately her campaign donation reservoir is peanuts compared to the Ladybug.

08.03.2026 20:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 10 ๐Ÿ” 6 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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When I first started out as a journalist I thought it paid to have a background in US history when covering America. Then I thought it would probably be better to be a constitutional lawyer with expertise in jurisprudence. Now I think it would be useful to be a psychiatrist.

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We saw that long before he was elected ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚

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I demand UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER of the Epstein Filesโ€”and then your title of "President of the United States," and your liberty to walk freely in public.

That would be GREAT & ACCEPTABLE.

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Tell Your Reps: Support Truth and Healing! The continued discoveries of mass graves of Indigenous children at boarding schools in North America make it very clear that itโ€™s long past time to confront the genocide of Indigenous People on Turtle...

The continued discoveries of mass graves of Indigenous children at boarding schools in North America make it very clear that itโ€™s long past time to confront the genocide of Indigenous People on Turtle Island. action.lakotalaw.org/action/truth...

06.03.2026 05:54 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I think we can all agreeโ€ฆ

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Today, Michelle and I are proud to announce that we will be hosting the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center on June 18th in Chicago, and welcoming the public on June 19th.

We canโ€™t wait for you to visit. Go to obama.org to learn more.

07.03.2026 15:12 ๐Ÿ‘ 27258 ๐Ÿ” 5176 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 694 ๐Ÿ“Œ 286
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WHAT ABOUT US? Explore how analogies enhance understanding and creativity, enabling everyone to connect ideas across disciplines, not just the greatest minds.

Want to unlock your inner genius? This series on Polymaths explore a non-zero-sum approach to innovation. The third and final part dropped today! #Polymath #Genius #Descartes #Newton #Musk #CrossPollination #TransferableSkills #Fails #Success #Obsidian

24.01.2026 21:51 ๐Ÿ‘ 81 ๐Ÿ” 7 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The big difference is that paying fair, progressive taxes for the inestimable benefits you cite, is overwhelmingly beneficial. For both the individual and the society.

06.03.2026 17:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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And his words match up with his actions in this case. VERY rare these days

06.03.2026 05:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 187 ๐Ÿ” 19 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 9 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The ayatollah is the religious leader and the supreme political power.

Like medieval England.The king was also head of the church. His word was law and the word of god.

The middle east brings money, oil, monarchies and intolerance together in one place.

Ideal playground for authoritarians.

06.03.2026 09:34 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Al Jazeera investigation: Iran girlsโ€™ school targeting likely โ€˜deliberateโ€™ Al Jazeera investigation raises questions over deadliest single attack of war that killed 165 schoolgirls and staff.

It is looking more like the US did bomb the girlsโ€™ school. This is thorough investigative reporting. www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/...

06.03.2026 08:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 10 ๐Ÿ” 5 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Sickening.

Religious people are always the least tolerant.

Loudly & aggressively with war & proselytising or quietly by their voting and funding, they are ALL actively trying to force their worldview on the rest of us

Iran: โ€œMuslimโ€
US/Maga: โ€œChristian/whiteโ€

Both led by radicals.
Both evil.

06.03.2026 09:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Anyone that believes this bullshit to me falls in the same category as Maga.
Stop trying to force religion into everyday life. Religion is supposed to be a choice.

06.03.2026 01:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Quite likely, but no worse than Google.

We shouldnโ€™t expect something for nothing - as you say, there is no such thing.

The โ€˜freeโ€™ schooling, health care etc. we get in Ireland is not free - we are taxed for it, and rightly so. Progressive taxes distribute the burden evenly so the rich pay more.

06.03.2026 08:52 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Fair point, of course. We in Europe have little time for the ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿ’ฉ and those around him, but thr problem is deeper than ChatGPT.

The US political system is based on corruption - money is expected to be spent โ€˜supportingโ€™ politicians, by design!! Thatโ€™s not democratic. The whole system needs reform.

04.03.2026 23:02 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I wonder if thatโ€™s why Apple is working with Gemini?

04.03.2026 22:47 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We disagree, but Iโ€™m glad your faith seems to do you good. The world is full of differences and thatโ€™s ok!

04.03.2026 21:52 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Its freeโ€ฆ whatโ€™s to give up?

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BREAKING: New York City reports the lowest levels of shootings, shooting victims, and murders ever recorded for the first two months of a year. Major crime is down nearly 8% citywide, burglary hit a record low, and retail theft dropped 25%

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๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚

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