Reactions to the 2026 Iran war - Wikipedia

With the Strait of Hormuz blockade and rising tensions, Dems keep warning that war without clear goals hurts the US.
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US House again rejects democratic attempt to limit Iran war The vote follows a similar 47 to 52 defeat for a war powers resolution in the Senate on Wednesday Read more at The Business Times.

The House recently saw a narrow vote blocking efforts to limit war authority, highlighting Dems’ struggle in Congress.
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Dems challenge Trump’s ‘illegal war’ with Iran — while brushing off ‘refuse illegal orders’ demands “The troops are in no way to blame for this illegal war. Responsibility lies solely and simply with the president,” Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., said.

Dems call on the White House to explain costs and goals in the Iran war strategy for the American public. Dems challenge transparency on Iran war
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Trump abruptly wraps up the event before he gets any questions about Iran

He's an evil piece of shit, and after 10 years we're closing in on everyone seeing it

He's *dismissing* hundreds of raped kids—and I bet a lot of people who hear him do so will imagine that he's doing something so otherwise unthinkable because some of those kids were his victims

YAY ! Can We Vote On This ?.......

In blow to AIPAC, Democrat who accused Israel of genocide wins NJ election Analilia Mejía - the Former National Political Director for Bernie Sanders - Defeated Joe Hathaway to Narrow the Republicans' House Majority

A Democratic candidate who called Israel’s actions genocide won in NJ — signaling shifts in voter views on foreign policy and AIPAC’s influence.
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TMZ setting up in DC to follow politicians around is FINALLY the appropriate lowbrow "news" coverage this administration has merited all along.

Health advocates are pushing to ban a pesticide linked to Parkinson’s in Vermont Legislation that would ban the use of paraquat, a fast-acting and highly toxic herbicide that studies have linked to Parkinson’s disease, easily passed the Vermont House last month. But H.739 now face...

Legislation that would ban the use of paraquat, a fast-acting and highly toxic herbicide that studies have linked to Parkinson’s disease, easily passed the Vermont House last month. But H.739 now faces a chillier reception in the Senate.

Pete Hegseth Quotes Violent Prayer From ‘Pulp Fiction,’ References Bible Hegseth’s prayer closely resembled one delivered by Samuel L. Jackson in “Pulp Fiction.”

Hegseth’s prayer closely resembled one delivered by Samuel L. Jackson in “Pulp Fiction.”

Democrats urged to reclaim anti-war identity amid Trump’s assault on Iran War spurs debate on US power and role in the world – and progressives eye chance to reorient American foreign policy

Dem leaders are amplifying concerns about rising costs at home and abroad due to the Iran war — pushing for diplomacy over prolonged conflict.
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A 91-year-old grandmother was reported unresponsive, prompting a welfare check by police. When officers arrived, they found her in her room, busy setting a new personal record on a video game.

U.S. sends thousands more troops to Mideast as Trump seeks to squeeze Iran The deployment includes sailors and Marines due to arrive as the administration attempts to enforce a maritime blockade against the regime in Tehran.

US troops & naval forces are increasing in the region as tensions with Iran persist despite ceasefire talks.
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We had another packed house at the Marin County Board of Supervisors calling on the board to pass an ICE-Free Marin ordinance to protect our immigrant neighbors and keep our community safe. We can’t afford to wait.

Virginia Governor Ends Tax Breaks for Confederate Groups

Gov. Abigail Spanberger of Virginia has signed into law a bill to end tax exemptions for a slate of Confederacy-related organizations in the state.

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There were more protesters outside the Turning Point rally in Athens GA than event attendees.

Tax Day is a reminder of America’s unequal tax system. But we can fix it | Zohran Mamdani, Gabriel Zucman and Joseph Stiglitz There is no justification for a regressive system in which the super-rich contribute less than the rest of us

"There is no justification for a regressive system in which the super-rich contribute less than the rest of us," write @josephestiglitz.bsky.social, @gabrielzucman.bsky.social, and @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social.

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We must stand with our allies and avoid a catastrophic war with Iran. The focus should be on meaningful dialogue, not military escalation. #PeaceThroughNegotiation
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The Biden administration continues its push for diplomacy with Iran, but we must be vigilant. No one wants war, but we must protect American interests and allies. Peace through strength. #DiplomacyOverWar
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Sen. Van Hollen to @patrioticmillionaires.org: "We need to demand that everybody use their full powers to fight and win. If the people in Minneapolis can stand up and fight and blow the whistle on ICE to protect their neighbors, every single one of us can do that."

KERNEN: We'd never be able to send anyone back if you needed a judicial warrant every single time

RAND PAUL: Well, I don't think that's true. Obeying the 4th Amendment of the Constitution shouldn't be too difficult. It's something we fought the revolution over.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals have secured a majority government, winning all three of Monday’s by-elections and full control of the House of Commons.

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It is not a conspiracy anymore.

It actually would be worth building him his golden phallus on the Moon if we could send him with it

A little truth from No Kings day...

"Late Evening" - my oil painting

‘It’s all we have to run on’: GOP looks to tout tax cuts as war overtakes Hill agenda The benefits of the ‘big, beautiful bill’ are at risk of being swamped by rising energy prices.

Congress is back.

The GOP is touting tax cuts as the Iran war’s rising energy prices threaten to overshadow the benefits of the “big, beautiful bill."

We all need to put one of these in front of our doorstep. Amen to this.

Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina hinojosa speaks to a full house

Meanwhile, in Houston, gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is talking about Greg Abbott trafficking people into Texas’s private prisons and detention centers so that his donors will profit, and I really appreciate her for it.