Why "Build Back Better" Failed Is "virtue signaling" killing legislative progress? CNN Presidential Historian Tim Naftali breaks down the difference between having influence and having power.

Who Were Goo-goo Republicans? Presidential Historian Tim Naftali looks back at leaders like George Shultz and George H.W. Bush—conservatives who believed in the goals of progress but debated the means.

"Well beyond their capacity." Aaron David Miller delivers a scathing critique of the Trump administration's "impulsive" approach to Russia-Ukraine, Israel-Gaza, and the U.S.-Iran conflict.

"This is Trump Unleashed" - Jennifer Rubin Jennifer Rubin (The Contrarian) explains the dangerous shift in foreign policy now that the "informed advisers" are gone. This is a must-watch breakdown of the current Iran crisis. #ForeignPolicy #NationalSecurity #Trump2026

Why Autocrats Are Terrified of Truth "They traffic in conspiracy theories because they want to destroy the truth." Ruth Ben-Ghiat explains why authoritarian systems aggressively target institutions like the CDC, educators, and scientific researchers.

The Only Real Check On Trump Is Himself In this clip, Max Boot argues that there are very few internal checks on Donald Trump’s foreign policy impulses.

Why Dem Counties Flipped to Trump Why did lifelong Democrats vote for Donald Trump in 2016? CNN Presidential Historian Tim Naftali reveals his data analysis of "flipped counties" and the devastating link between slow economic recovery and political rebellion.

What Would Reagan Think of Trump? In this clip, Max Boot reflects on how Ronald Reagan might view Donald Trump’s foreign policy.

Fmr. Defense Secretary: You can't BOMB Your Way to Regime Change Leon Panetta explains why regime change in Iran isn’t achievable through military force. He says the only realistic goal is limiting Iran’s ability to wage war, not overthrowing the government.

Why We Should CUT Israel’s Military Aid | Aaron David Miller Is the $3 Billion annual aid package to Israel actually hurting the relationship?

Happy Mother’s Day 🤍 Before we could walk alone, someone’s hands were always there. To protect, To comfort, To guide, To love quietly. This is my tribute to the hands we never forget, brought to life with @OiiOii_Official (@OiiOii_AI). 🎬✨ #aianimation #oiioii #mothersday

Booommm 💥💥💥💥💥💥💥 Fiiiiiiiirrreeee 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Ukrainian drone strikes hit Russia’s Novorossiysk naval base overnight May 22–23, 2026.

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Here’s another one (from Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Tacoma, WA)

BREAKING NEWS 🚨🚨 Gunshots heard outside the White House in Washington, DC. #AureFreePress #News #Breaking #BreakingNews #MastodonNews More News at @Free_Press

Spare us the #lies, the #police absolutely #escalated a #peaceful #protest. This is a complete disgrace. Idiots with #badges, driven by hate. #Serbia deserves better than this #violence and #humiliation! Video source: www.instagram.com/reel/DLdVgef...

This guy loses it when he finds the EV chargers blocked...

downloading paralives (THANK YOU BERNIE)

June 2: Celebrating 40 years of Senate on C-SPAN2 & we want to hear from you. Call 202-626-4600 & tell us your favorite Senate TV moment — most memorable, serious or even entertaining. Or email radio@c-span.org Or post in comments below We may feature it on Extreme Mortman podcast

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It’s the Monday sheep toast run with Squirrel

Todos tenemos un amigo que nos saca palabras rimbombantes, o lo que es lo mismo, palabras que no usaríamos en nuestro día cotidiano. No es malo. Pero… ¿Qué nos quiere decir con esto? te invito a escuchar: open.spotify.com/episode/4KjJ... #podcasting #elrincondekerenpod

Now that’s what I’m talkin’ about! Actually…I’m not talking about anything. I’m not uttering a word. Rather I’m sitting here in silent awe letting the beauty, the sounds, the movement, the sheer wondrous life of it all wash over me. So I guess it’s…now that’s what I’m not talkin’ about! #nature

“It Really Pisses Me Off”: Trump Vents on $141B In Tariff Refunds He Has to Return" l.smartnews.com/p-7LyzFItO/r...

Allegedly, Israeli aircraft bombarded Khan Younis, Gaza, targeting near Abu Hamid mosque. Hamas warned against settlement plans and called for escalation in the West Bank. Palestinians held Friday prayers in streets after mosques w… #Israel https://osint-signals.com/summary/678

We know our identity. Bring it for Game Two.

The Lakers whenever they have a lead in the 3rd quarter #NBA Threads

If you see this, I implore you to post a picture from whatever device you’re using with no explanation

Regardless of whether you’re progressive or conservative many of us agree: pouring a trillions into an endless and reckless war in Iran means we’re driving up our debt, robbing our children of healthcare, infrastructure, education, and opportunity. op: @harvardkennedyschool

How do you build a Top 10 Arma map in just 9 months? 🏝️ Interview with Nizla Island creator JamesDY_Y: • 17x17 km project • Cold War lore & hidden secrets • Console optimization challenges • Stalker, The Last of Us & movie Easter Eggs youtu.be/chr9dy69_oo #ArmaReforger #Modding @armaplatform.com

"Back when I was a kid, it was just a ball and a bat..."

Ben Milford for Woodbury County Attorney explains the history of M*thamphetamine.

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Romeo y buseta.

Me with no Internet for 4 days.

On The Kicker, @bobbatzjr.bsky.social of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette describes his job editing the strikers’ award-winning newspaper to the friendships that ended as a result of the battle. Listen in with host @greenwell.bsky.social. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a...

"This is part of the last wave of old guard civil rights leaders." @lizzieohreally.bsky.social on South Carolina's proposed redistricting map that would eliminate longtime Democratic power broker, Congressman James Clyburn's seat.

Thank you!!! Since we launched this race for Congress yesterday, we’ve raised over $600K from 30,000 donors — and we’re just getting started.

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Our review on Mario Tennis Fever: catwithmonocle.com/news/2026/02... #MarioTennisFever #NintendoSwitch2

Me being hopeful… until I saw the closed caption “hopeful music playing”

Donald Trump uses ICE as his personal police force to terrorize our immigrant communities and rip children from their families, not to make our cities safer. It is immoral, illegal, and wrong.

In the heart of Northern India, 'Minds Without Borders' is bringing mental health self-care kits and the message that every child’s wellbeing matters. Learn more: www.channelkindness.org/minds-withou... #ChannelKindness #BeKind365

What does crossing 1.5°C really mean for our planet, our economies, and our lives? And why is it still possible to change course? Watch this quick explainer — then dive deeper into the data and pathways forward. Read the full breakdown: go.wri.org/criticalwarm... #WRIExplains

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Rahma Zein reflects on her grandmother’s influence, remembering sunset conversations, prayer, humor, and the quiet rebellion of a woman who taught her what real power looks like. 🎬 Full episode on https://sumudpod.com  📲 Follow @dredhasan.bsky.social  | @sumudpod.com

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To combat antisemitism, we must first admit that Canada’s civic compact is failing Jewish Canadians.

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Educational Library for kidlit creators: on-demand sessions you can rewatch anytime, take notes, and apply right away. More content is being added as Season 2 rolls out. Comment LIBRARY for details. #KidLit #ChildrensBooks

Lacy about Zack’s apartment - “Reminds me of college where you go after hours and end up somewhere you shouldn’t be” Lacy is such a VIBE honestly and is very subtly SHADY 😅😅 #TheValley

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A large explosion has torn through a fireworks factory in northern #Malta, damaging buildings several kilometres away. No workers were inside at the time, but authorities reported two men in nearby fields were injured.

02.06.2026 'SPAIN: An active wildfire is burning in Los Garres, Murcia, sending flames up the hillside and smoke over nearby homes. Crews and aircraft are working to stop it from spreading.' 📹 noticias_cuatro [x] #FossilFuels #Wildfire #Europe

Rico was my third favorite character in Xenogears, still losing to the protagonists, but his Deathblow animations were unquestionably my favorite in the game. Everything is a grapple and they're all absolutely amazing.

“Commercialized #gambling is a form of consumer financial #fraud” Hear Les Bernal of Stop Predatory Gambling explain what it means when people say “The House Always Wins”

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Vídeo fascinante del singular método de locomoción de la serpiente de cascabel Sidewinder sobre la arena del desierto 🐍 📽️ Shiv Aroor

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞. 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐚 puts it perfectly. Chasing the lowest rate without context can actually cost you $20,000 or $30,000 if you are out of the home in two years. All that money spent buying down the rate and you