Politics
682 unrolled threads about politics, each one readable on a single page.
Ryan Solsten@ryansolstenRight now, I’m sitting in a hospital room with my dad, who had open heart surgery yesterday to repair a valve. His doctor walked in and said his insurance company tried to deny his care yesterday, sh...
SummaryA progressive staffer shares his experience of his father's open heart surgery being denied coverage by his insurance company mid-procedure, highlighting the problems with prior authorization requirements that allow insurance companies to override medical decisions for profit.Dec 13, 202417 tweets♥ 51.9K
Rod D. Martin@RodDMartin🚨BREAKING: Ford CEO SHOCKS markets - backs Trump's tariffs & drops MASSIVE news about "employee pricing" Let me break this down for you...🧵
SummaryFord CEO endorses Trump's tariff policies and extends employee pricing discounts to all consumers through July 4th, while the administration implements 25% tariffs on auto parts with credits for U.S.-assembled vehicles to incentivize domestic manufacturing.Apr 30, 20259 tweets♥ 49K
Holden Culotta@Holden_CulottaThere is a $2 million effort to get RFK Jr. ousted happening right in front of us. A leaked memo EXPOSED the whole plan. Now, it’s happening—and Pharma is holding NOTHING back. CDC bureaucrats are...
SummaryA $2 million pharma industry campaign to oust RFK Jr. from his position has been exposed, with leaked memos revealing coordinated efforts from pharmaceutical companies, former CDC directors, and senators to remove him. RFK Jr. and his MAHA agenda are challenging the influence of pharmaceutical companies over public health institutions and vaccine policy.Sep 2, 202517 tweets♥ 36.6K
Sam Husseini@samhusseiniTHREAD 🧵 There are three things in the photo that virtually nobody else sees but me.
SummaryA journalist describes three meaningful personal items visible in a photo: a keffiyeh inherited from their father who was displaced from Palestine in 1948, pens in memory of poet Refaat Alareer, and laptops including one with a Free Palestine bumper sticker that they claim the State Department camera deliberately avoided filming.Jan 18, 20256 tweets♥ 42.7K
The Culturist@the_culturist_Ancient Greek thinkers like Socrates and Plato hated democratic elections. They saw democracy as part of an endless cycle of regimes — destined to slip into mob rule. But Polybius knew how to break...
SummaryAncient Greek philosophers like Socrates and Plato distrusted pure democracy, viewing it as destined to descend into mob rule and tyranny. However, Polybius proposed a solution: mixing elements of monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy through separation of powers—a principle that influenced the design of the American government and can be stabilized through education.Nov 1, 202413 tweets♥ 46.6K
Shaun Newman Podcast@SNewmanPodcastThis is insane. 2 weeks ago, Canada got blacklisted by the world's fastest-growing economy. Not because of trade, territory, or military conflicts... But because of a catastrophic decision made by...
SummaryCanada-India relations have collapsed under Trudeau's leadership, escalating from diplomatic tensions over a 2018 visit with a convicted terrorist to public assassination accusations in September 2023, resulting in mutual expulsion of diplomats and severe restrictions that threaten billions in trade and Canada's geopolitical standing as India emerges as a global superpower.Oct 29, 202411 tweets♥ 46.5K
Cory Booker@CoryBookerTrump is overestimating his support and overplaying his hand. We’re about six weeks in and voters—including many Republican voters—increasingly don’t like what they see. A quick breakdown of recent...
SummaryTrump's approval ratings have fallen to historic lows six weeks into his second term, with majorities of Americans disapproving of his handling of the economy, healthcare, pricing concerns, and Musk's government role. Despite widespread voter disapproval evident at town halls, Republican congressional representatives are avoiding public forums rather than challenging Trump and Musk's agenda.Mar 8, 20255 tweets♥ 47.8KRod D. Martin@RodDMartinTHREAD: 🚨 ICYMI: The Senate rammed through Trump's agenda in a late-night power move. LONG HOURS: The vote went down at 3AM. Final tally: 51-48. Buckle up - this is HUGE for Trump and the America...
SummaryThe Senate passed a major legislative package at 3AM with a 51-48 vote that includes permanent Trump tax cuts, border wall funding, $150 billion defense increase, and $4 trillion in spending cuts. The bill now heads to the House, where Republicans aim to pass it through reconciliation to avoid a Democratic filibuster.Apr 7, 20259 tweets♥ 45K
Ben Wikler@benwiklerBefore Walz took the stage in Milwaukee tonight, I got a call from a number unlike any I'd ever seen. It ended with four zeroes. I picked it up. It was Joe Biden. 🧵
SummaryA Wisconsin organizer received a personal call from President Biden thanking grassroots volunteers for their work ahead of Vice President Harris's campaign event in Milwaukee. The organizer reflects on Biden's character, Harris's campaign, and urges supporters to give maximum effort in the election.Nov 5, 20244 tweets♥ 52K
Brian Harrison@brianeharrison🚨The Texas government hosted a transgender conference at @UTAustin today... so, naturally, I snuck in. What I found will shock you. The Texas Government is promoting a radical, liberal agenda... wi...
SummaryA social media user documented their visit to a transgender studies conference at the University of Texas at Austin, photographing various sessions, books, and materials related to gender and sexuality studies. The thread presents this academic and educational content through a critical lens, suggesting taxpayer money is being used to promote what they characterize as a radical liberal agenda.Mar 25, 202525 tweets♥ 35.2K
The Vigilant Fox 🦊@VigilantFoxBill Maher Torches California’s Disastrous Wildfire Response in Brutal Monologue It’s about time that a liberal actually said this. 🧵 THREAD
SummaryBill Maher criticized California's wildfire response on Real Time, arguing that while wokeness isn't the main cause, progressive policies including alleged hiring based on identity politics rather than merit, bloated bureaucracy, and misplaced priorities have contributed to the state's failure to manage the crisis effectively. He specifically called out LA Fire Chief Kristin Crowley's appointment and Deputy Chief Kristine Larson's diversity-focused comments as examples of the state's misguided approach.Jan 18, 20256 tweets♥ 47.7KThe Vigilant Fox 🦊@VigilantFoxRFK Jr. just sat down for a primetime interview, and what happened next left the entire NewsNation panel speechless. No rebuttal. No pushback. Just raw truth that hit like a freight train. One mome...
SummaryRFK Jr. appeared on NewsNation and argued that media coverage of measles outbreaks is disproportionate compared to larger chronic disease crises like autism and diabetes. He stated the U.S. has only had 4 measles deaths in 20 years while facing 100,000 new autism cases annually and 38% of children being diabetic or pre-diabetic, claiming the media ignores these more serious health issues.May 1, 202510 tweets♥ 42K
Destiny Rezendes@dezzie_rezzie1🧵You only think you know why Jill Biden was a Panda for Halloween. If you want to really know why then buckle up because this isn't a 'headline' story. This goes deep.
SummaryThis thread makes unfounded conspiracy theory claims about Jill Biden, alleging involvement in child trafficking and abuse based on selective facts, misrepresentations, and logical leaps without credible evidence.Nov 1, 202420 tweets♥ 38.8K
Vertigo_Warrior@VertigoWarriorThread of some of the most viral images and videos in recent times🧵 1. This is Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke a New Zealand MP who protested a bill by doing the Haka
SummaryA collection of viral images and videos from recent times featuring notable moments including a New Zealand MP performing haka during parliamentary protest, Olympic athletes breaking records, AI-generated videos, world leaders taking office, and various other trending cultural moments.Sep 2, 202516 tweets♥ 53.4KThe Vigilant Fox 🦊@VigilantFoxThis Is War. Tom Homan and Stephen Miller just tag-teamed a scorched earth exposé of America’s illegal alien crisis. They’re not pulling punches—Democrats are actively trying to take this country do...
SummaryTom Homan and Stephen Miller criticize Biden administration's immigration policies, claiming Democrats enabled illegal immigration and violent crime. They argue Trump's border security achievements prove a stronger approach is needed, and call on Congress to fund continued enforcement operations.Apr 24, 202510 tweets♥ 40.7K
Natalie Winters@nataliegwintersA progressive foundation that Mark Zuckerberg has funneled $2 billion to is bankrolling one of the leading groups currently suing the Trump administration and @DOGE. 🧵🧵🧵
SummaryA progressive foundation funded by Mark Zuckerberg has donated over $4 million to Protect Democracy, a group that is currently suing the Trump administration and DOGE. The thread argues this represents Zuckerberg-backed funding for legal opposition to Trump's policies and calls on him to withdraw support if he truly supports the MAGA agenda.Feb 13, 20256 tweets♥ 34.3KThe Vigilant Fox 🦊@VigilantFoxWe’re living through the greatest comeback in US history. Trump’s cabinet meeting marking his first 100 days wasn’t just historic—it was a declaration. But one jaw-dropping moment stunned the entire...
SummaryA thread describing Trump's first 100-day cabinet meeting, highlighting comments from Defense Secretary Hegseth about military recruitment improvements, VP Vance's remarks on reversing national decline, Elon Musk calling it potentially 'the greatest administration since the founding,' and RFK Jr.'s health initiatives including bans on synthetic dyes in food.Apr 30, 202510 tweets♥ 44.5KThe Vigilant Fox 🦊@VigilantFox🚨 Victor Davis Hanson just revealed the real reason Trump’s enemies are spiraling. 1. The polls are a lie. 2. The Democrats have no backup plan. They’re trapped on a sinking ship—and they know it....
SummaryVictor Davis Hanson argues that polls showing Trump trailing are intentionally misleading to create false momentum, the Democratic Party lacks alternative leadership and policy vision after Biden's departure, and the media's only remaining weapon against Trump is personal attacks rather than substantive opposition.May 1, 20259 tweets♥ 39.5KRod D. Martin@RodDMartin🚨 WHILE YOU WERE WATCHING EPSTEIN... Trump just purged dozens more DOJ swamp creatures. Jack Smith’s people? Gone. J6 prosecutors? Axed. DOJ “ethics” chief? Fired. And almost $200B in cuts so far....
SummaryTrump's administration has fired dozens of DOJ officials including prosecutors from Jack Smith's team and January 6 cases, with over $200 billion in budget cuts. The thread argues this represents a major purge of what it characterizes as a corrupt bureaucracy, noting that 70% of Civil Rights division staff have resigned rather than work under the new leadership.Jul 14, 20258 tweets♥ 42.5K
Christopher Webb@cwebbonline