It is kind of a thankless job.
@chrisrauber.bsky.social
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Former journalist, sometime poet, fan of democracy, interested in understanding the world around me. Volunteer with Indivisible in PDX, at District2Neighbors.
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One of Jefferson's juicier comments. Must have been around the time of the French Revolution.
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Different time. A group of GOP Senators, led by Barry Goldwater, went to Nixon and told him he needed to resign, for the good of the nation and the party. If only that happened now, we'd be in much better shape.
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Good for you! We need optimism. I'm more of a pessimist, but I'm trying...
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Most actual doctors, especially those most familiar with modern vaccines, already think RFK, Jr. is nuts. So why isn't he listening to them?
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The Atlantic, for several years now if not longer, has been one of the very best ways to keep up with the world, especially the crazed world of American politics. I hope the tide is turning against Trump, as people realize he's comically inept, as well as grossly corrupt.
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Full transparency from JD Vance? Not on your life. Why are they hiding all the Epstein information for us, and even from the Republican-run House and Senate? Why the coverup? Why don't they talk to the victims, instead of Epstein's leading co-conspirator?
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Sounds interesting. Most people need hope that there are solutions to our problems, not just angst. I'd love to know how they're planning to inspire significant activism, since many could-be activists haven't got off the couch yet?
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I'm not saying there aren't. But how likely is it that before (or even after) the November 2026 election anything will change dramatically? I agree that when Democrats regain power, they need to do far more to create a more equitable economy and workable safety net.
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We sure need protests, the more the merrier.
