Scott O’Quinn

Because our government ( and not just current abhorrent administration ) is allowing monopolies again?

The Desire for Terror And the defense of democracy

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Israel attacks Iran as blasts heard in Tehran – live updates Israel’s military sounded air raid sirens across the country ‘to prepare the public for the possibility of missiles being launched toward Israel’ in retaliation * Full report: Israel bracing for retaliation after strikes on Iran Reports are emerging that the US is involved in Israel’s strikes on Iran’s capital. Associated Press reported that a US official and a person familiar with the operation said the US is participating in the Israeli strikes. They who spoke on condition of anonymity to detail sensitive military operations, AP said. Continue reading...

Israel attacks Iran as blasts heard in Tehran – live updates

Me too.
I’m just under the delusion that it is more fun to play in a free country than in a fascist “shithole” country. But that’s me.

Cartoon by Nick Anderson

Hey look, it’s The Three Stooges, if the The Three Stooges were actually stupid.
Goodnight and good luck.

#BlueBook returns as #REDBOOK by @jamesthefourth.bsky.social and myself investigates the history of #UFO #UAP #Aliens in #Russia and #China. From @DarkHorseComics Link in Bio

No Kings As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

I think we are sporadically, and in different places, but I understand your point. Our country is vast and waking the sleeping giant takes time but many will be back at it again soon (I’m afraid a mass general strike, which we really need to finish this, is still just an aspiration)- www.nokings.org

History teaches us that the greatest harms often begin with the quiet acceptance of the unacceptable. I have seen where that road leads, and I will not walk it again without resistance.

They are going to try and steal the midterms. But I feel hope. They are still dangerous, but something has changed.

If they do, millions of patriotic Americans from all walks of life, socioeconomic classes, and political affiliations are going to rise up and simply say-no.
And we will mean it. 🇺🇸

When they tell you who they are and what they are doing-
A) Believe them
B) Believe them
C) Believe them
D) All of the above

People are hungry to be part of the fight for democracy and No Kings Day is a tool for growing the movement: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...

BREAKING: The Department of Education has ended its directive that attempted to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in schools nationwide.

This is a victory for academic freedom and education equity.

"KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: RECORDING FEDERAL AGENTS IN PUBLIC. You have the right to photograph or film anything in plain view, including federal buildings and law enforcement, so long as you aren't trespassing or violating a lawful order.If you're not under arrest, law enforcement needs a warrant to confiscate or search your device.If you're arrested, officers still need a warrant to search your device's contents.The government may never lawfully delete your photos or videos.While the Constitution protects your right to record and helps you defend against unjustified retaliation or arrest, the exercise of this right can still carry risks. ACLU."

The First Amendment protects your right to record government officials performing their duties in public.

This applies to ICE agents, police, FBI, National Guard troops, and any other government officials.

Learn more at aclu.org/kyr_record-

Palantir Pays Zero Federal Income Tax Despite Explosive Growth, Largely Due to Trump Tax Law Palantir reported $1.5 billion of U.S. income but paid exactly zero federal income tax in 2025. Despite explosive growth, tax breaks from the Trump tax law helped Palantir avoid paying even a dime of...

Palantir paid zero federal income tax for fiscal year 2025, despite reporting $1.5 billion in income.

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Good news, bad news.
The good news, is that you are not a conspiracy theorist because bad news, this is exactly what they are and have been doing.

So good

With the Epstein Files slowly but steadily becoming more transparent, look for the possibility of military level distractions to increase.

The Best Source of ICE Detention Data Just Got Better: "Detention Reports" Now Includes Map, New Graph, & Facility Contracts DetentionReports.com now features an interactive national map of all 237 ICE detention facilities, comparative scatter plots showing facility populations and length of stay, and a contracts archive.

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Emerging from his viewing of the UNRELEASED Epstein case files at Justice Dept, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) says:

"The Dept of Justice has been in a cover-up mode for months... trying to sweep the entire thing under the rug"

Republicans want to make it harder for you to vote and easier for them to cheat. I created Democracy Docket in 2020 to expose their plans. Subscribe now to support and stay informed. newsletters.democracydocket.com/anchor-meblu...

Gabbard failed to transmit the report to Congress for 8 months, citing executive privilege and complications with the sensitivity of the document.

Allison Gill sits down with Andrew Bakaj, the attorney representing the whistleblower in the case of the highly classified report involving DNI Tulsi Gabbard and the White House.

LIVE: Whistleblower SOUNDS ALARM on Trump SCANDAL Gabbard Tried to BURY YouTube video by MeidasTouch

Info. In first comment.

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Donald keeps saying he thinks everyone should just move on. But the perpetrators haven’t been charged for their crimes yet, so nah.