Three decades ago, democracy looked unstoppable. Today, Russia and China are rewriting the rules. My latest book, Autocrats vs. Democrats: China, Russia, America and the New Global Disorder lays out how we got here—and how the U.S. should respond. www.amazon.com/Autocrats-vs...

No matter how this war ends, Trump will claim victory. But most Americans still don’t know why we went to war or what the objectives are. Without clear goals, how can we measure success? We "obliterated" their nuclear program last year, so what threat justified war now?

We’ve spent billions on the world’s largest navy, yet cheap Iranian drones can shut the Strait of Hormuz, and we have no answer. Ukraine has vast experience countering such drones, but Trump has arrogantly dismissed Zelensky’s offer of help. We need to catch up. Fast.

Embracing Putin while withholding critical support for Ukraine makes us look like a feckless friend and partner. And making allies purchase weapons just to reroute them to Ukraine? That isn’t leadership—it’s immoral.

Only weeks ago, Trump spoke in support of Iranians bravely risking their lives in the fight for freedom. Now, his team are negotiating with the same regime that has brutally suppressed these protests. Should they be?

Wait, Iran wants to make a deal (according to Trump)? Weren't we told months ago that we'd already eliminated Iran's nuclear weapons program?

Hard deals don’t get done in weeks. Serious diplomacy requires time, direct engagement, and experienced negotiators. We didn’t see that with Iran, and that begs the question of whether these negotiations were ever aimed at reaching an agreement or simply a decoy. W/ @katiecouric.bsky.social

Trump is out of step with Americans and our allies—on Iran, on Putin, and on NATO. Tonight, he needs to clearly explain why we went to war with Iran after weeks of shifting positions. Don’t be surprised if the goals suddenly get “redefined” to claim victory.

This week Trump urged Republicans to “nationalize” elections. It may be one of the most anti-democratic ideas he’s floated and follows a well-worn authoritarian playbook, slowly chipping away at free & fair elections. Our democratic institutions are strong—but this is deeply disturbing

Trump’s comments last night about “Obama’s Iran deal” were simply wrong. It wasn’t perfect, but it capped uranium enrichment at 3.67%. Since Trump scrapped it, Iran has enriched to 60%—much closer to weapons-grade. And that stockpile still hasn’t been eliminated.

When we think about our next governor, we need someone with the lived experience of growing up working class, legislative experience and experience overseeing a state department. I’m that person.

IG: @ the.piaz Ukraine's 2014 shift: Russia's Sevastopol base in Crimea, a long-standing lease, became a flashpoint. A US-backed Maidan coup overthrew the pro-Moscow government, installing a pro-Europe one. #Crimea #Geopolitics #Sevastopol #Maidan #RussiaUkraine #AbolishNato #nato

Native Instruments Acquired by inMusic Brands Native Instruments has reached an agreement to be acquired by inMusic Brands, the holding founded by Jack O’Donnell. audioxpress.com/news/native-...

It was a crime that shocked Spokane and set off a manhunt. A wife and mother, shot and killed while walking with her husband in Lincoln Park. Watch the debut of 509's Most Notorious Crimes: Murder in the Park Wednesday at 7 streaming only on KXLY+.

First part of day 1. Sorry that I don't have Gen Z skills and was slow to start on the crosswalk vid but I slowed the first part down so you can hear the crossing guard whistle and see the car run the lights.

Whatever the reason, eucalyptus is a great plant to add to your collection. Come see us at our Delaware farm market for all kinds of plants. Thank you for supporting small businesses; your choices matter. Growing for our community since 1832! #garden #farm #familyfarm

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This video is a great reminder that karma exists. 📹: Mikael Khachibabyan.

On British radio LBC, a caller named Aldo, after supporting the UK rejoining the EU, concluded: “We are stronger together than apart.” Yeah… we are ☺️ The European family needs to stay united 🇪🇺🤝🇬🇧 Do you agree?

JD Vance uncharacteristically blames something on Joe Biden, American spies in Greenland, a massive airstrike in Ukraine, the average Russian who loves helping the Ukrainians, and more! Listen and watch on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3rKr... Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/v_mm1PY874U

Showed him a little Indiana Jones sentimentality ..........

Starmer on the brink as cabinet ministers urge him to quit #keirstarmer #labourparty #election #shabanamahmood #london #news #curiousfellow

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🇺🇦 Drones from the 34th Separate Marine Brigade struck russian infantry during an attempted landing on one of the islands of the #Dnieper River. 💥 As reported by censor net.

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More and more workers in #India are collecting video data to train humanoid #robots using head-mounted cameras

Spent yesterday watching Double Indemnity 🎥 📺 🤣 Best line in film. (I don't know why) Barbara Stanwyck & Fred MacMurray 1944

Nebenzya: "So, this is the difference between - I mean, I'm not saying that the war is a good thing, I'm not enjoying it - but I mean, in this kind of hostilities, yes, there are civilian victims, but the difference is that we never go after civilians deliberately."

In this Sea of Opportunities episode, Michael Sangster connects with a Boatswain from the Royal Canadian Navy, offering a closer look at life aboard HMCS St. John’s, from demanding 12-hour shifts and hands-on responsibilities that define service at sea. 🔊 Listen now: buff.ly/Q9xswzg

We've sure had quite a year!

In the latest Cyber Insurance News & Information podcast, Executive Editor Martin Hinton interviews Dustin Carlson, CPCU, President of SRA 831(b) Admin. Carlson explains 831(b) using a 401(k) analogy and frames it as a tax-deferred “rainy day” fund for cyber breach and business interruption.

#Tweety Angel Greater Than Revelation 10:1: Depicts a "mighty angel" descending from heaven, described as being robed in a cloud, wearing a rainbow .. BEYOND IT ALL #Revelation101 #Angel - NO MOUTH OR BOOK COULD TELL THE TALE ..btw I don't believe I DID IT TO MYSELF #scientist

Endurance athletes eventually become part athlete, part field microbiologist. #endurancesports #bikecommunity #cyclingwomen #gravelcycling

🧵🇺🇦 Day 1 Kyiv: Stolen Innocence at the Feet of Kyiv’s Protector🧸 🌅This morning is my first day volunteering in Kyiv — my 5th time here. Kyiv is #Ukraine ‘s largest city with a population of nearly 3 million people. I stopped by Independence Square as I always do. But today felt different. 🕯️At the

Please can you go to my linktree and sign the petition in my bio? It's best the top. Currently the House of Lords have the power to block changes to laws which MPs have already agreed should happen (and the public largely agree with). This is not democratic. Please please let's try and get our over

In this week's Factal Forecast: Deadly violence in Syria - interview w/ Agnese Boffano July 20: Japan upper house election July 22: UK's new immigration rules come into force July 23: World Court to issue climate change opinion On our blog and in your headphones🎧 blog.factal.com/2025/07/fore...

On our 50th episode @lucyham.bsky.social joins the @boganintelpod.bsky.social to discuss the Atlas network, neo-liberalism and nuances of the modern conservative movement. You wont find this discussion in the legacy media. Full episode in comments 👇

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Europeans shouldn’t panic about Donald Trump’s threats toward Greenland. They should act—fast and visibly—to raise the costs of any annexation attempt. They can play “Arctic hold‘em” – with ten European cards 👇 https://bit.ly/45AQ3kr

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Short clip of Theresa Theis defeating Mae Young Boston Arena, Boston, MA November 11, 1948 Theresa Theis was married to Ray Stevens and was trained by Bronko Nagurski. I wrote a short piece on her last year on my substack page: allancheapshot.substack.com/p/theresa-th...

Oh ya, Fargo is a good one, you betcha. Comedian Comrade Tripp discusses Minnesota on TV on my podcast, One Hour Detours.

Todd Blanche is doing a great job in his TV interview to be Trump's next big boy Attorney General. Out there with a straight face sincerely pretending that James Comey threatened to kill the president with some sea shells.

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This is one of my favorite lines from my book. It gives me the chills. Every. Single. Time. (P.S. starting to talk more about my book is horrifying 😅)

It's still very early, but the Phillies' -25 run differential is 3rd-worst in MLB. They're getting blown out a lot. Are we looking at a potential 1979 or 2012 season? @justinklugh.bsky.social & I discussed on a NEW Hittin' Season, from @whyy.org podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

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Every time I see this gal do aerial silks I’m in awe

Splatoon 3 - Road to A Rank - Monster Sometimes nothing else will do the trick. #Splatoon #Splatoon3 #TowerControl ##monster #monsterenergy #Nintendo #Switch #NintendoSwitch #NintendoSwitch2 #Switch2 #stream Fridays 10PM UK time on twitch.tv/Buskalilly

It's unacceptable that there haven't been prosecutions, and that former AG Pam Bondi continues to engage in this cover-up. Oversight Dems demand she come in, testify under oath, and that her filmed testimony is released to the public. The survivors deserve nothing less.

📽 | Zarzuela ha difundido imágenes de la princesa Leonor preparándose para saltar junto a sus compañeros de la Escuela Militar de Paracaidismo Méndez Parada, situada en Alcantarilla (Murcia), como parte de su formación militar social.elpais.com/d3d…

Tiaaa.....to już wiadomo skąd masz kase na te ciagle zakupy w Temu🤪 P.s. fotokolaż przedstawia Ciebie w supermarkecie Temu kupującą pingwinki 😂😈😈😈

U.S. authorities said they uncovered a “sophisticated” tunnel used to smuggle drugs into the U.S. from Mexico. The discovery came after a months-long Homeland Security investigation in San Diego.

"They hate us for our freedom"