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If congress fails on climate action, it would be like Trump pulling us out of the Paris accord again

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If congress fails on climate action, it would be like Trump pulling us out of the Paris accord again

Pakalolo October 16, 2021

Democratic voters are depressed, demoralized, and tuning out — and there's no use in denying it. Amanda Marcotte...

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Texas Priorities! Gov. Abbott wants to build a wall but cannot keep the electricity on in Texas.

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Texas Priorities! Gov. Abbott wants to build a wall but cannot keep the electricity on in Texas.

Egberto Willies June 15, 2021

This is not a joke. This is what Texans must live through. A governor and his party...

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President Biden ends talks with Republicans on infrastructure as he did not fall for their con

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President Biden ends talks with Republicans on infrastructure as he did not fall for their con

annieli June 8, 2021

Schumer Says White House Talks with GOP on Infrastructure Hit ‘a Brick Wall’. Politico reported: Bipartisan infrastructure...

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Rick Wilson: Marjorie Taylor Greene is 'the heart and soul of the Republican Party'

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Rick Wilson: Marjorie Taylor Greene is 'the heart and soul of the Republican Party'

Aldous Pennyfarthing May 27, 2021

The devolution of the Republican Party has been a sight to behold—but it’s been a particularly fraught...

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French fishermen blockade Jersey. Boris Johnson is not Lord Nelson.

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French fishermen blockade Jersey. Boris Johnson is not Lord Nelson.

annieli May 6, 2021

Because of new post-Brexit rules, a marine boundary dispute required the UK to dispatch two naval vessels...

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OR-Sen: Sen. Wyden (D) Keeps Up The Pressure On Senate & White House On Marijuana Legalization

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OR-Sen: Sen. Wyden (D) Keeps Up The Pressure On Senate & White House On Marijuana Legalization

Sam Sero April 22, 2021

Received this e-mail today from Finance Committee Chairman, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden’s (D. OR) re-election campaign: x...

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AntiCapitalist MeetUp: Are carbon markets like papal indulgences

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AntiCapitalist MeetUp: Are carbon markets like papal indulgences

annieli March 28, 2021

Like Martin Luther objecting to Pope Leo X selling indulgences to raise money for a variety of...

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CAUGHT ON TAPE: Gov Abbott crony promises Wall Street that Texas freeze profits safe. Texans screwed

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CAUGHT ON TAPE: Gov Abbott crony promises Wall Street that Texas freeze profits safe. Texans screwed

Egberto Willies March 17, 2021

Even as dozens of Texans died, sustained thousands of damages to their homes, starved, & lost their...

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Jen Psaki lost the perfect opportunity to sock it to Texas for its false independence

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Jen Psaki lost the perfect opportunity to sock it to Texas for its false independence

Egberto Willies March 13, 2021

A reporter asked Jen Psaki if Texas can use the America Rescue Plan to pay to weatherize...

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Anti-Capitalist Meet-Up: the Climate Crisis has weak carbon markets and lagging technology

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Anti-Capitalist Meet-Up: the Climate Crisis has weak carbon markets and lagging technology

annieli February 28, 2021

The sparse number of actual carbon capture and sequestration projects plus weak carbon markets amplify the problems of the climate...

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Will Texas electric grid catastrophe end post-Reagan failed economics? I don't like Krugman's answer

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Will Texas electric grid catastrophe end post-Reagan failed economics? I don't like Krugman's answer

Egberto Willies February 24, 2021

We must make the Texas Catastrophe the nail-in-the-coffin for post-Reagan failed economics. Economist Paul Krugman is not...

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Don't eat the fake yellow snow because social media breeds American stupidity

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Don't eat the fake yellow snow because social media breeds American stupidity

annieli February 23, 2021

Sublimation; all that is solid melts into air, as QAnonists, among others spread ignorance about something, something...

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TX-AG: Corrupt Idiot Attorney General Also Pulled A Ted Cruz (R) While Texas Froze During A Crisis

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TX-AG: Corrupt Idiot Attorney General Also Pulled A Ted Cruz (R) While Texas Froze During A Crisis

Sam Sero February 22, 2021

Texas really is full of dumb GOP fuckers: x NEW: Texas AG Ken Paxton left the state...

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Dana Bash rips Texas Rep: Texas begging for federal help when it's in a mess for its “independence.”

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Dana Bash rips Texas Rep: Texas begging for federal help when it's in a mess for its “independence.”

Egberto Willies February 21, 2021

CNN’s Dana Bash ripped Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) for begging for federal assistance when they wanted independence...

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Seriously, WTF Is Wrong with the GQP-Texas?

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Seriously, WTF Is Wrong with the GQP-Texas?

LaFeminista February 21, 2021

Sorry but having lived a long time is Pinko Commie Europe this morning I was gobsmacked by...

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STRIKE 3: Ted Cruz, Greg Abbott, failed Texas Electric grid Nail in coffin for Texas CONSERVATISM.

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STRIKE 3: Ted Cruz, Greg Abbott, failed Texas Electric grid Nail in coffin for Texas CONSERVATISM.

Egberto Willies February 19, 2021

The combination of Cancun Ted Cruz, lying Greg Abbott, and Texas Electric Collapse will be Strike 3...

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As Ted Cruz vacation in Cancun, Texas and the US suffer from Republican policies that harm

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As Ted Cruz vacation in Cancun, Texas and the US suffer from Republican policies that harm

Egberto Willies February 19, 2021

As Texas froze and water shortages abounded, Ted Cruz flew off on a warm vacation to Cancun....

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Ted Cruz more embarrassed being caught in Mexico than facilitating an insurrection

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Ted Cruz more embarrassed being caught in Mexico than facilitating an insurrection

annieli February 19, 2021

Ted Cruz tried to slither around the coverage of his holiday in Cancun, including an interview on...

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In Texas, it's mainly the failure of thermal power plants — natural gas, coal, and nuclear plants

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In Texas, it's mainly the failure of thermal power plants — natural gas, coal, and nuclear plants

annieli February 18, 2021

Texas is the coalmine canary of failures in the GQP’s industrial policy. The “clusterfuzzle” appears to be...

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TX-Gov: Beto O'Rourke (D), “We are nearing a failed state in Texas due to Republican leaders”

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TX-Gov: Beto O'Rourke (D), “We are nearing a failed state in Texas due to Republican leaders”

Sam Sero February 17, 2021

Beto O’Rourke (D. TX) had some harsh words yesterday: x “We are nearing a failed state in...

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Texas grid failure blamed by pols who John Fetterman might call 'Trump simps'

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Texas grid failure blamed by pols who John Fetterman might call 'Trump simps'

annieli February 17, 2021

Greg Abbott searches for #TexasBlackoout blame in the state’s power utility but Texas deregulated its grid to avoid...

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Marjorie Taylor Greene believes a laser beam from space caused the 2018 California Campfire.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene believes a laser beam from space caused the 2018 California Campfire.

Pakalolo January 28, 2021

When California’s deadly and worst wildfire struck the state of California, intense drought provided the fuel necessary...

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Marjorie Taylor Greene believes a laser beam from space caused the 2018 California Camp Fire.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene believes a laser beam from space caused the 2018 California Camp Fire.

Pakalolo January 28, 2021

When California’s deadly and worst wildfire struck the state of California, intense drought provided the fuel necessary...

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AntiCapitalist MeetUp: Pascal went to the races, then gets mugged because he kept his carbon credits

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AntiCapitalist MeetUp: Pascal went to the races, then gets mugged because he kept his carbon credits

annieli December 27, 2020

The neoliberals’ “free market” is not going to sequester enough carbon to save the environment. Even Warren...

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A symbol for the mistreatment of the Navajo Nation has been toppled; earthlings rejoice.

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A symbol for the mistreatment of the Navajo Nation has been toppled; earthlings rejoice.

Pakalolo December 21, 2020

Blessings to all the activists, particularly Tó Nizhóní Án, whose 40-year grassroots efforts help heal our damaged planet and...

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Pardoning Trumpers is like curing ballots without sodium nitrite or Brad Parscale's suicide vesting

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Pardoning Trumpers is like curing ballots without sodium nitrite or Brad Parscale's suicide vesting

annieli November 7, 2020

x Biden: “We both know tensions are high. They can be high after a tough election…But remember,...

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'A day in the Life of Sue Republican'.

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'A day in the Life of Sue Republican'.

Pakalolo October 28, 2020

The Other 98% shared this commentary about Sue Republican. Sue hates the libtards. Sue hates the government....

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This is a no brainer. Vote Mamie Dee Melvin.Florida House District 33..Air Force Veteran

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This is a no brainer. Vote Mamie Dee Melvin.Florida House District 33..Air Force Veteran

Vetwife October 12, 2020

jlmiller.us/… Webpage secure.actblue.com/… Florida needs your support for this fine candidate… VOTE ! x x YouTube Video  I was born in...

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The Biden/Harris climate plan just may buy us time to prevent the worst impacts.

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The Biden/Harris climate plan just may buy us time to prevent the worst impacts.

Pakalolo October 9, 2020

If you give a climate arsonist four more years in the White House, why would anyone be...

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Oklahoma City threat legacy: there are no stochastic lone wolves

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Oklahoma City threat legacy: there are no stochastic lone wolves

annieli September 15, 2020

Other than Trump’s deliberate mass-casualty response to COVID-19, there was an earlier event that had similar malevolence....

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Europe's largest refugee camp has burned to the ground while under COVID lockdown.

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Europe's largest refugee camp has burned to the ground while under COVID lockdown.

Pakalolo September 9, 2020

“What is Moria? It is where Europe’s ideals—solidarity, human rights, a safe haven for victims of war...

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Europe's largest refugee camp has burned to the ground amidst COVID lockdown.

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Europe's largest refugee camp has burned to the ground amidst COVID lockdown.

Pakalolo September 9, 2020

“What is Moria? It is where Europe’s ideals—solidarity, human rights, a safe haven for victims of war...

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RNC night three brings more lies, building Pirates of the Pancreas with Mike Pence

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RNC night three brings more lies, building Pirates of the Pancreas with Mike Pence

annieli August 27, 2020

Marine props, naturalized citizen props, and tonight it featured a guy charged with insider trading, who also...

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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I. VT) DNC Speech Endorsing Joe Biden Full Transcript

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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I. VT) DNC Speech Endorsing Joe Biden Full Transcript

Sam Sero August 18, 2020

Received this e-mail today from former presidential candidate, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I. VT): x YouTube Video...

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After Maria passed in 2017, Trump suggested selling Puerto Rico during its greatest moment of need.

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After Maria passed in 2017, Trump suggested selling Puerto Rico during its greatest moment of need.

Pakalolo July 12, 2020

“Quit being so emotional, Elaine, it’s not about the people, it’s about the money.” Mick Mulvaney to...

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After Maria passed in 2017, Trump suggested selling Puerto Rico in its greatest moment of need.

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After Maria passed in 2017, Trump suggested selling Puerto Rico in its greatest moment of need.

Pakalolo July 12, 2020

“Quit being so emotional, Elaine, it’s not about the people, it’s about the money.” Mick Mulvaney to...

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The Second Trump term: selling Puerto Rico and buying Greenland, putting the “toxic” in assets

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The Second Trump term: selling Puerto Rico and buying Greenland, putting the “toxic” in assets

annieli July 11, 2020

Few of you will recall my stories mocking the possibility of a Trump win in 2016, ostensibly...

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Idiots in charge ! What part of there is no economic recovery if people are sick and dying.

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Idiots in charge ! What part of there is no economic recovery if people are sick and dying.

Vetwife July 3, 2020

I have never seen such stupidity and idiot leadership in one country in my life.     ...

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WA-Gov: Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D) Refuses To Let Trump's GOP Deny Gov. Jay Inslee (D) A Third Term

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WA-Gov: Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D) Refuses To Let Trump's GOP Deny Gov. Jay Inslee (D) A Third Term

Sam Sero June 19, 2020

Received this e-mail today from Congressional Progressive Caucus Co-Chair, Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D. WA-07), in support of...

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Renewable Energy Surges Pass Coal in Production of US Electricity

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Renewable Energy Surges Pass Coal in Production of US Electricity

Mastergardener2k May 13, 2020

www.msn.com/… The New York Times reports that renewable energy sources including wind and solar power are now...

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Renewable Energy Surges Past Coal in Production of US Electricity

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Renewable Energy Surges Past Coal in Production of US Electricity

Mastergardener2k May 13, 2020

The New York Times reports that renewable energy sources including wind and solar power are now regularly outproducing...

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Low on food and water, Navajo Nation faces joining the top three hot spots in the US for COVID.

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Low on food and water, Navajo Nation faces joining the top three hot spots in the US for COVID.

Pakalolo April 13, 2020

“We tell people to wash their hands, but a study showed that 30 percent of homes on...

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Newsom Hints at California Independence

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Newsom Hints at California Independence

dankoh April 10, 2020

Gov. Gavin Newsom of California was on TRMS last night. Rachel highlighted some news he made: California...

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Corona Crisis: On The Front Lines With the Homeless in Berkeley.

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Corona Crisis: On The Front Lines With the Homeless in Berkeley.

jpmassar March 30, 2020

What follows are excerpts from four report backs by Andrea Henson, of Where Do We Go Berkeley, (@WhereDoWeGoBerk,...

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Best politician in America today is a city commissioner who chewed out the worst mayor in Florida

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Best politician in America today is a city commissioner who chewed out the worst mayor in Florida

SemDem March 22, 2020

The ignorance and vindictiveness of Mayor Pam Triolo was met with righteous anger of an amazing man....

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Reef-Building corals show 'disaster traits' and make preparations for extinction.

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Reef-Building corals show 'disaster traits' and make preparations for extinction.

Pakalolo March 5, 2020

A City University of New York presser reveals with a new study, published on March 3, 2020,...

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Reef-Building corals show 'disaster traits' and 'preparing' for extinction.

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Reef-Building corals show 'disaster traits' and 'preparing' for extinction.

Pakalolo March 5, 2020

A City University of New York presser reveals with a new study, published on March 3, 2020,...

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As flames burn Australia, Indonesians face a climate crisis of their own, billionaire class shrugs.

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As flames burn Australia, Indonesians face a climate crisis of their own, billionaire class shrugs.

Pakalolo January 9, 2020

Indonesia is one of the most vulnerable nations on earth to climate change. Indonesians will face more...

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On steam catapults and dishwashers, Trump's not conservative, just stupid

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On steam catapults and dishwashers, Trump's not conservative, just stupid

annieli December 26, 2019

Aside from the bizarre rant about wind turbines and cancer, Trump has proven to be an idiot...

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US Army finds that the 'military could collapse within twenty years' thanks to climate breakdown.

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US Army finds that the 'military could collapse within twenty years' thanks to climate breakdown.

Pakalolo October 26, 2019

According to a new report prepared by the US Army and, commissioned by the Pentagon, found that...

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