Author Archives: rikyrah

Open Thread | The Hunting of Ilhan Omar

Posted on October 23, 2026 by rikyrah

The ABUSE OF POWER IS OBVIOUS AND DANGEROUS. Opinion Jamelle Bouie The Hunting of Ilhan Omar Oct. 21, 2026 You can understand the Trump administration as, in its essence, a cargo cult devoted to the illiberal tradition in American politics. … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | The Most Repulsive Ad Against Democratic Candidate for Governor of Ohio, Dr. Amy Acton

Posted on October 21, 2026 by rikyrah

Absolutely Vile and Disgusting😠😠 Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com Follow Vivek Ramaswamy’s attack ad targeting Amy Acton’s childhood trauma crosses every line of human decency. The ad circulated without disclosing who was behind it. His campaign initially dodged responsibility, then Vivek admitted … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | The Dark Side of Sports Gambling

Posted on October 19, 2026 by rikyrah

A woman, Nicole Noren resigned from ESPN over the issue of Sports Gambling. Charles Arthur @charlesarthur 18h When they tell you sports gambling is harmless: no it isn’t. Nicole Noren on why she left ESPN. Charles Arthur @charlesarthur Some addictions … Continue reading →

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Weekend Open Thread

Posted on October 17, 2026 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends. Since they announced a couple of weeks ago that the annual vaccines were available, please go and get your shots.

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Open Thread | The Big Beautiful Bill and When The Hurt Really Arrives

Posted on October 15, 2026 by rikyrah

BMB Empower Network @Bmbempower 🚨 BMB EMPOWER NETWORK: PAY ATTENTION — SOME OF THE BIGGEST CHANGES DON’T HIT ALL AT ONCE. 🇺🇸📢 The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes major changes affecting Medicaid, SNAP, student loans, health insurance, Medicare drug … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | The EVIL Supported By THE WORST COURT SINCE TANEY

Posted on October 12, 2026 by rikyrah

Is hard to quantify. Adam Cohen (My Personal Views Only) @axidentaliberal.bsky.social Follow More Supreme Court “shadow docket” decisions which needlessly endanger immigrants by severely restricting their Constitutional rights Imagine letting ICE deport an El Salvadoran woman-not to Central America, but … Continue reading →

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Weekend Open Thread

Posted on October 10, 2026 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends. Since they announced a couple of weeks ago that the annual vaccines were available, please go and get your shots.

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Open Thread | I FEEL The Truth In All These Tweets

Posted on October 8, 2026 by rikyrah

I FEEL THE TRUTH IN ALL THESE TWEETS JUST.THE.TRUTH. @trouble_man90 Tim @trouble_man90 14h Democrats gave yall two incredibly smart, experienced, and capable women, and a mild mannered old man, and yall acted a damn fool over them. So enjoy your … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Further Attack on Higher Education – Trump Moves to Cut Off Student Loans for Tons of Degrees

Posted on October 7, 2026 by rikyrah

@newrepublic The New Republic @newrepublic 15h Trump is banning students majoring in degrees that don’t make enough money from taking out college loans. Degrees for social work, art, religious studies, teaching aides, and music will be hit the hardest. trib.al/NmmAzhf … Continue reading →

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Do You Have An ELECTION PLAN for November?

Posted on October 5, 2026 by rikyrah

Election Day is a misnomer. It’s actually ELECTION SEASON. And, Election SEASON is OPEN DO.YOU.HAVE.AN.ELECTION.PLAN.FOR.NOVEMBER. In most states, there are three ways to vote. MAIL VOTING – YOU apply and receive a Mail Ballot. You fill out the ballot and … Continue reading →

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