William Vaughn

Having lived in Texas and repeatedly visited Florida, I can see why people would flee these backward states where being woke is a sign of weakness, not a sign of humanity.

So it seems fitting that Norway has refused to refuel a US Navy warship… but.

Those ships are out there for a reason to keep Russia in check. Sure it sends a message, but Putin is smiling. I’m not.

This American stands with Zelinsky.

I think that Zelensky did today was marginalize himself with the American people. Lindsey Graham.

What really (really) rankles me is when some Republican stooge puts words in the mouths of the "American people."

Recommendations announced for influenza vaccine composition for the 2025-2026 northern hemisphere influenza season The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced the recommendations for the viral composition of influenza vaccines for the 2025-2026 influenza season in the northern hemisphere. The announcement ...

So I guess the question is, will US vaccine makers follow these recommendations so that Americans will have a flu vaccine during the next flu season?
(I'm 69 years old and jabbed to the gills)
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What we're witnessing is sabotage. Our enemies are grinning.

They not only have my business, but I moved my considerable investment in Tesla stock to Costco. It was a better stock anyway. Perhaps they'll bring back Polish sausages in the hotdog deal... ;)

And so it begins... www.facebook.com/stories/1316...

The facts are, the ACA saved millions with pre-existing conditions and set standards for care.

But now, more than a decade later, with what we now know, it’s time to take the insurance companies out of the mix.
The subsidies they get are enormous. We don’t need them as middlemen.

People often find that cell phones, landlines, and the Internet are the first victims of a natural (or man-made) disaster. That's why ham radio operators encourage others to get their license to operate as a ham or at least get a GMRS license to use inexpensive (but more reliable) hand-held radios.

It's also (not surprising) to hear about profiteering as rents, hotel room prices, and the cost of basics skyrocket. It is depressing...

Why the fuck are we talking about making Canada a 51st state, while Puerto Rico and Washington DC are RIGHT THERE WAITING????

Under the GOP's SAVE Act, Tribal IDs would NO LONGER be accepted as valid identification to register to vote.

This is a direct attack on the voting rights of Native American communities.

#StopTheSAVEAct social.demcast.com/s/EC9Y1x2d

Actor Steve Guttenberg Praised For Helping Fire Crew Move Abandoned Cars Amid L.A. Wildfires Hero.

A hero. Thank you for stepping up for your community.

Hundreds of California prison firefighters join battle against LA wildfires State prisoners have long been a part of California's firefighting force. Hundreds of them now are deployed in Los Angeles County.

Some of the firefighters in California are prisoners being paid a pittance to help extinguish the fires. It's an interesting story of second chances.

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Trump Dealt Major Blow as Judge Cannon’s Ruling Struck Down Judge Aileen Cannon’s reign of error on Jack Smith continues to be thwarted.

Trump Dealt Major Blow as Judge Cannon’s Ruling Struck Down.

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Years from now, we’ll look back at 2025 and recall how nice it was. We have to do more with what time we have left. Consider that we just elected a regime who will do what’s best for themselves—not for ordinary folks.

Climate Scientists Warn of Growing Whiplash Effect on Weather Patterns | KQED Californians are all too familiar with flip-flopping weather extremes, and new research suggests that weather whiplash is increasing as the atmosphere warms due to human-caused climate change.

Californians are all too familiar with flip-flopping weather extremes, and new research suggests that weather whiplash is increasing as the atmosphere warms due to human-caused climate change. via @kqednews.bsky.social

I don't live in LA, but from what I saw, if the fire brigades were ten times as large, they could not have stopped these fires. But I'm no expert. It's like saying that higher sea walls would stop a tsunami.

We thought 2025 would be hell on earth but few expected that prediction to be taken literally. Thanks, Ethan for your courage. Stay safe.

Does black tea count?

You know what to do y'all! 😉
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Can we just fast-forward to 2028?

Mark Cuban Says 'This Is Single-Payer': How His Healthcare Model Could Transform The U.S. Healthcare System Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban has been vocal about reshaping the U.S. health care system for years. During recent appearances on podcasts Fishbowl with Jules Terpak and Ground Truths with Dr. Er...

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This 2019 story feels relevant today. Did it end with the 737 Max—or was it policy? Cutting costs to near-minimum wage shouldn’t be priority over lives & safety.

📌 Boeing outsourced 737 Max software coding to $9/hour engineers, laying off in-house talent & subcontracting offshore to save money