Monthly Archives: May 2023

Open Thread | More Corruption From Justice Thomas and His Wife😠

Posted on May 17, 2023 by rikyrah

Black people told you long ago that he was a sellout. As usual, we were right. Leo instructed the GOP pollster Kellyanne Conway to bill a nonprofit group and use that money to pay Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, documents show. The … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | There Is A Writer’s Strike Going On In Hollywood

Posted on May 16, 2023 by rikyrah

David Simon explains what’s going on and why the writers are on strike. David Simon, the creator of The Wire, says he’s on strike to protect new generations of writers and make sure they aren’t exploited by studios. He also … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | 2024’s Election Will Be About Body Autonomy

Posted on May 15, 2023 by rikyrah

In 2016, women like myself made the case for Hillary Clinton. When everything else failed, we asked “ What about The Supreme Court?” We were told snidely, that ‘ you can’t scare us with the Court.’ Same folks whining. Women … Continue reading →

Posted in 2024 Elections, Abortion, Abortion Rights, Body Autonomy, Breaking News, Culture, Current Events, Democratic Party, Economics, Freedom, GOP, Justice, Open Thread, Politics, Rikyrah's Rant | Tagged , , , , , , | 9 Comments

Weekend Open Thread

Posted on May 13, 2023 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend, fully vaccinated and boosted, with family and friends. 😲😲😲😲🤔🤔🤔 What. The. Hell?!! pic.twitter.com/uAdurTXDYP — A Unapologetic DEI (@reesetheone1) April 7, 2023

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Open Thread | A Star Is Born

Posted on May 12, 2023 by rikyrah

Representation Matters. “[…] We knew it the moment we met her. She was the first person who walked through the door for this role and she set the bar so high. We saw hundreds of people, and no one surpassed … Continue reading →

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Soap Star Jackie Zeman Dead At 70

Posted on May 11, 2023 by rikyrah

On behalf of our @GeneralHospital family, I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved @JackieZeman. Just like her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer, she was a bright light and true professional that brought so much positive energy with … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Yesterday Was A Good Day

Posted on May 10, 2023 by rikyrah

😂😂😂😂😂 The verdict form is now public in E. Jean Carroll v. Trump. @LawCrimeNews pic.twitter.com/frCiTiM852 — Adam Klasfeld (@KlasfeldReports) May 9, 2023 Y’all, the rape part of the charge was a “no” because @ejeancarroll said on the stand under oath … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | All Skinfolk Ain’t Kinfolk

Posted on May 8, 2023 by rikyrah

Be on the lookout for these people. These bought and paid for stooges. I’m going to keep pointing this out every time I see it. EVERYONE is making a shift to the right wing propaganda because that’s where the money … Continue reading →

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Weekend Open Thread

Posted on May 6, 2023 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend, fully vaccinated and boosted, with family and friends. .@VP Kamala Harris Hosts Shonda Rhimes, ‘Queen Charlotte’ Cast at Her D.C. HomeShe hosted a luncheon, held at her private residence, which … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Score One for the Good Guys!

Posted on May 5, 2023 by rikyrah

Bravo for the Justice Department! Breaking news: Former Proud Boys chairman Henry “Enrique” Tarrio and three other members of the extremist group were found guilty Thursday of seditious conspiracy in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. https://t.co/6Y59pIb0g9 … Continue reading →

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