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One morning, on a whim, I said to my wife, “let’s go check out the Burke Museum.” So, we did.�In long form, the museum is known as the Burke�Museum of Natural History and Culture . In short ...

recently mentioned that the house unanimously rebuked thune’s subpoena measure (handing out free money to some R senators) he slipped into the ‘clean’ cr. I hoped a Dem would put it up for unanimous consent assuming no R senator would be crazy enough...

Trump just threw a lavish state party to welcome a Saudi murderer . He defended the murderer’s crime, blamed the victim, and viciously attacked a reporter for asking the question on everyone’...

In this story we will briefly explore why originalism is complete BS. [At the end we will hear from Sir Matthew Hale, creator of the ‘marital rape exemption’ 350 years ago, who was cited in the Dobbs decision. Stayed tuned.] Originalist theory asserts...

Tax Wealth NOT Income.

TAKE ACTION Write, Email or CALL Capitol Switchboard (202) 224‑3121 to tell your elected officials to stop dropping sh*t on our cities. CLICK HERE to find your officials’ contact information. We must stand up and speak out, not because something is...

A promise broken on day one In August 2024, Trump said, "When I win, I will immediately bring prices down, starting on Day One." America is still waiting. Overall, inflation is a sticky 3%. In particular, citizens are paying 11% more for electricity...

Mexico obtained independence from Spain in 1821 which meant that Arizona and New Mexico became Mexican provinces. Briefly described below are some of the American Indian events in these Mexican ...

I have been thinking ICE in the news, my heritage, the signing bonuses, and the interesting fact that while Def Sec Hegseth called out the military on physical condition, that doesn't seem to apply to ICE agents in pictures I have seen. While ICE is...

History contains numerous tragic instances of genocide, wherein predators exterminate human beings after dehumanizing them. (1)Kurt Kaltreider, PH.D. "American Indian Prophecies," p.44: ...It is estimated that 100 million Indians from the Caribbean,...

I’ve been thinking a lot about what I have to be thankful for recently. I’ve been through a lot recently, and a year ago, it was not at all certain that I’d still be here today, nor is it certain that I’ll be here next Thanksgiving. I’m thankful that I...

Welcome to my Picture of the Day. I’m showcasing photographs I have taken over the past 49 years. I hope my images can give your brain a short break from the chaos. You will be able to find ...

Thanksgiving For 40 years at the farm we gave a large Thanksgiving dinner gathering. It began as a celebration for family, but as time went on it included extended family, then close friends, then even friends of friends. It was always a warm and...

Welcome to my Picture of the Day. I’m showcasing photographs I have taken over the past 49 years. I hope my images can give your brain a short break from the chaos. You will be able to find ...

That was, of course, Emily Dickinson, who is probably glad she didn't live to deal with this bullshit.

I was going to make this an open mic night (and you can still put in whatever you want—nobody’s checking sources on your selections), but then I thought about the recent news �that listening to ...

Robert Reich, in a Substack article describes and links to, a Montana Initiative limiting Citizens United. The idea is as beautiful as it is simple; Limiting the money corporations may spend on elections in the State of Montana. And it would apply to...

Wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without it. But first, a word from our sponsor! Here at Top Comments we welcome longtime as well as brand new Daily Kos readers to join us at 10pm Eastern. We strive to ...

Good to know there are still a few good men and women in the country. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Rep. Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.), Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-Pa.), Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) and Rep. Maggie Goodlander (D-N.H.) I’d...

Nothing worse than killing with kindness. Getting pushed out of jobs, teams, assignments, lines seems to require politeness or at least civility. In the age of Trump, you have dinner with murderers. Bone Spur meets Bone Saw US President Donald Trump...

Welcome to another Saturday night of music, memories, and conversations. Gratitude is always in season.� U2 —�Landlady Bono is so grateful to Ali. When the band was just starting, she was the ...

The Polson Flathead Lake Museum�in Polson, Montana , has an exhibit of saddles.

I don’t really celebrate thanksgiving as a holiday, but I do like the idea of giving thanks and being thankful and eating lots of turkey! I’m thankful for: My Kid’s asthma being better The folks still willing to help Haitians My friends online giving...

For once again Lindsey Graham came out in true colors announcing his intention to file a lawsuit against the Federal government, taking advantage of the loop-hole in law that had been pushed by Republicans. The senator has already demanded not less...

Here at Top Comments we welcome longtime as well as brand new Daily Kos readers to join us at 10pm ...

Has anyone else here on DailyKos spent the past few months clutching their temples in outrage and disbelief and incipient fury at the fact that Donald J. Trump is still squatting behind the Resolute Desk in the White House, and not sitting in his third...

I’m recycling old recipes again. This is probably my favorite recipe that I found here on dKos.�I love pretty much any kind of noodle dish, but these are awesome. --- Singapore Noodles from� ...

I know, according to all the Internet buzz, ‘A.I.’ artificial intelligence is probably going to be Time Magazine’s ‘Person/thing’ of the Year this year, but wouldn’t it be awesome if they named Stephen Miller? For one thing, he has been behind every...

Trumps new golden ballroom is replacing the East Wing. Under the East Wing is the PEOC - The “Presidential Emergency Operations Center.” This was originally designed as a bomb shelter by FDR during WWII. Cheney & Rice rode out 9/11 there and it’s the...

Continuing on with our state wrapups where we’ve ended canvassing. � Hope Springs from Field PAC � [website ] came to � Georgia because, to be frank, that’s where we started, that’s where we’

Prominently suggested are Act Blue and Paypal. Years ago, as a computer neophyte, I made many contributions through Act Blue. Naïve as I was, I didn’t think to check that the “make it monthly” box was automatically checked, and that I had to un-check...

Welcome to my Picture of the Day. I’m showcasing photographs I have taken over the past 49 years. I hope my images can give your brain a short break from the chaos. You will be able to find ...

It has been a tough couple of weeks for Donald Trump. After the GOP getting trounced in various elections around the country, an unruly Congress demanding to see the Epstein files, and legal disasters on every front, his regime was looking for a win....

As I asked myself what to post this week, I thought about my big stash of food, especially my canned pumpkin. I decided that no, I am not willing to make any pumpkin pies in time for Thanksgiving. Likewise, no green bean casserole. But I have some of...

If I didn’t put this in German I feel like it would be reused by the goons that think persecuting honest hard working people who have no criminal record other than being alive and coming here to escape the very cartel violence the President prattles on...

I wish everyone a relaxing, enjoyable, and yummy Thanksgiving! �May everything turn out perfect :) Democratic ...

Well, I’ll be up in Petaluma at my daughter’s today to celebrate Thanksgiving.� This is the first time I’m not hosting in years and it feels just great not to have all that pressure. The big ...

The Daily Bucket is a regular series from the Backyard Science group. Here we talk about Mother Nature in all her glory, especially the parts that live nearby. So let us know (as close as you are ...

The myth of political correctness is pervasive and persuasive in American society because it has become a fight to maintain the wrongs to which we grew accustomed. When, mainly, conservatives, libertarians, and so-called far-left liberals, who in some...

I have a lot to do today. I have to take care of Bill, who is doing well. My daughter is taking me to see Charlie Brown Christmas at the Magic Theater, in the early afternoon. It’s kids theater, but I love it. So for my birthday, I would like for you...

Last week, COP30 wrapped up. COP is the acronym for Conference of Parties, which is the decision-making body for a United Nations Conference group like the Convention on Biological Diversity, or in the case of the climate, the UN Framework Convention...

Greetings and welcome to another of my little Friday-flavored bits of fluff, a wee, open-threaded morsel of community. And yes, this week it's more of my Summer vacation photos. This time around, we'...

WELCOME TO THE EVENING SHADE A SANCTUARY OF SANITY AFTER A LONG HARD DAY OF FIGHTING FASCISM YOU WILL FIND in the DIARIES a LOT of POLITICS (Or NOT As the CASE MAY BE) AND EVEN MORE ...

Good evening, everyone. The publishing industry has entered its end of the year doldrums. They have already released most of their top titles of the Fall season, with hopes of selling lots of copies ...

Campaign finance reform is an issue that has supporters on both the left and the right. We the People are waking up and connecting the stranglehold of big money on our electoral process with the ...

The link between affordability and healthcare coverage is one that Democrats have thought important enough to stake a good portion of their 2026 midterm platform. The affordability issue was broadly tested in the 2025 elections across the country, with...

The Traitor and his band of noxious quislings are acquiring a stench worse than sour milk these days. And well deserved, too! This story on the fake social media influencers presents a nice opportunity for Democrats and those of us fighting the good...

Some sweet, sweet jazz for you this morning. Enjoy! Johnny Otis, “Harlem Nocturne” x ...

As President Trump sells out Ukraine violating (never mind the Russian violation) the terms of the Budapest memo, we can be thankful for American Russians like Derek who will be pounding the Ukrainians with his skills set. Except he won’t. Remember...

To give an idea. Global Plastic Usage: 60kg per person on average = 492 million tonnes/year. [2024 figures] Half the plastics ever produced have been made in the last 25 years, and production is increasing every year. Note: The US annually produces...