Even if a large segment of the population takes part I doubt that it would have an effect on the economy because people will spend a day later and make up for it. But it would send the message that we're together on confronting what's happening. Also, next time it'll be two days in a row, then three, etc. Then the oligarchs would be concerned about their pocketbooks. This is just a beginning, a shot across the bow.
Possibly. But remember that purchases at small businesses for cash were encouraged. I ate out... at a locally owned family restaurant. We bought coffee... at a two store business managed and owned by a local family. It was a bit out of the way, but star bucks just isn't cutting it. Perhaps some habits will change
Watching the White House presser with Zelensky and Trump and Vance. It's quite obvious that Vance and Trump are on the side of Putin, against Ukraine and Europe. Vance insulted Zelensky repeatedly, making himself look like a rude little man thug. His defense of Putin and attack on Zelensky spoke volumes. Putin controls the Executive Branch of the United States of America.
And Trump continues to reveal that he is a dishonest, ignorant, irrational old man.
Trump and Vance pressure Zelensky to "do a deal" when the easy deal is to tell Putin to stop killing women and children in Ukraine. Trump is on the wrong side.
Trump is only satisfied — never happy because a man like that can't be happy — when he's gaslighted an entire nation or people who have been ravaged by war. The sickening video on Trump Gaza is all anyone needs to know about a man this deranged.
Here’s my list of five things I accomplished this week!
1. I placed photos of Nazi-saluter Musk and Liar Fraud Trump in the bottom of my toilet bowl and took shits on, and pissed on, those photos!
2. I donated hundreds of dollars to the election campaigns of Democrats running for seats in the House in 2026!
3. I wrote several articles about Liar Fraud Trump, articles that detailed his most recent lies to the American People. (There were so many, I ran out of ink and paper!)
4. I created a new map of the United States, this one renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America’s Disgrace Trump”!
5. I finished all of my assigned tasks in exemplary fashion!
MAGA = Making Americans Gag Again (and again and again and again)
I have a couple of suggestions for how to reduce “waste, fraud and abuse”:
A. Substantially reduce the number of Secret Service Agents assigned to Liar Fraud Trump’s security detail.
B. Suggest to Fraud Con Grifter Trump that he reduce the rates his hotel properties charge to government officials and government personnel he requires stay at his properties.
Just want to say I’m so happy I went from being a free to a paid subscriber of yours last week because you have truly earned the support. Your Facebook posts and comments were always so helpful when I just followed you there over the years and now your writing is vital to inform and provide reassurance and guidance through these insane times. I read you and Robert Hubbell before all others! Many thanks and all the best to you!
Showing Up and Not Backing Down reminded me of the recently victorious Philadelphia Chinatown organizations that won a 2 and a half year fight against a proposed 76ers arena that would have guaranteed Chinatown's demise.
It’s an inspiring story of a movement led predominantly by young women — who turned out to be a lot tougher than the real estate-mad billionaires had bargained for. They never considered backing down, but the billionaires sure did, even after the project was approved by the Mayor and City Council.
In reading today's afternoon news I see that you're not alone in showing up and not backing down. I'f referring, of course, to Zelensky's visit to the Oval Office. Zelensky is such a great leader!
Keep doing all that you do. Your Saturday humor post is a perfect counterpoint to the well-researched and well-thought-out weekday posts we need to do our advocacy work! Tomorrow I will look into a paid subscription!
I’m Hawaiian Asian Norwegian.. yeah I’m a mutt.. This administration sucks donkey balls and the Zelenskyy thing just is abhorrent.. what happened to the US. I love Public Servants post!! JFC I don’t even want to read or listen to the news any longer.. it’s one sh*tshow after another..
I am hoping that the alternative media and perhaps even some of the mainstream media will post any effects of the boycott today on February 28
Boycott the oligarchs! Elevate AAPI and BIPOC female voices. They will save democracy and lead us to a progressive future: https://democracydefender2025.substack.com/p/women-will-save-our-democracy
The AP had an article about it yesterday.
The Chicago Tribune, of all news outlets, has been publishing a lot of anti-regime news. I saw a piece there about it yesterday before it even began.
I’m hoping to hear about the effect on the economy so that the Republicans will take notice.
Even if a large segment of the population takes part I doubt that it would have an effect on the economy because people will spend a day later and make up for it. But it would send the message that we're together on confronting what's happening. Also, next time it'll be two days in a row, then three, etc. Then the oligarchs would be concerned about their pocketbooks. This is just a beginning, a shot across the bow.
Joseph
Possibly. But remember that purchases at small businesses for cash were encouraged. I ate out... at a locally owned family restaurant. We bought coffee... at a two store business managed and owned by a local family. It was a bit out of the way, but star bucks just isn't cutting it. Perhaps some habits will change
Thank you for that… I’m hoping to hear that. It had an effect on the economy so that the Republicans will take notice.
We bought a Costco membership earlier this week. We're looking for alternatives to Amazon.
Most of the time, I don't spend enough that my boycott of corporations will be noticed today. But I am preparing to spend less going forward.
But don’t underestimate that if a LOT of people quit buying that it’ll be noticeable. Even if you’re just doin’ your bit. It’s a bit. 👍🏻
Me too! I’m very curious.
Watching the White House presser with Zelensky and Trump and Vance. It's quite obvious that Vance and Trump are on the side of Putin, against Ukraine and Europe. Vance insulted Zelensky repeatedly, making himself look like a rude little man thug. His defense of Putin and attack on Zelensky spoke volumes. Putin controls the Executive Branch of the United States of America.
And Trump continues to reveal that he is a dishonest, ignorant, irrational old man.
Trump and Vance pressure Zelensky to "do a deal" when the easy deal is to tell Putin to stop killing women and children in Ukraine. Trump is on the wrong side.
They're doing this on purpose. They're looking for an excuse to throw him to the wolves.
Trump is only satisfied — never happy because a man like that can't be happy — when he's gaslighted an entire nation or people who have been ravaged by war. The sickening video on Trump Gaza is all anyone needs to know about a man this deranged.
Love you Jay. Our Diversity is our Strength.
I WOULD LOVE TO SEE 100 MILLION AMERICANS SEND EMAILS TO THE OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT! THIS IS THE ONE THAT I JUST SENT:
From: JOEL
Subject: List of five things I accomplished this week!
Date: February 28, 2025 at 9:44:51 AM PST
To: hr@opm.gov
Hey, OPM, thank you for asking for “my list”!!!
Here’s my list of five things I accomplished this week!
1. I placed photos of Nazi-saluter Musk and Liar Fraud Trump in the bottom of my toilet bowl and took shits on, and pissed on, those photos!
2. I donated hundreds of dollars to the election campaigns of Democrats running for seats in the House in 2026!
3. I wrote several articles about Liar Fraud Trump, articles that detailed his most recent lies to the American People. (There were so many, I ran out of ink and paper!)
4. I created a new map of the United States, this one renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America’s Disgrace Trump”!
5. I finished all of my assigned tasks in exemplary fashion!
MAGA = Making Americans Gag Again (and again and again and again)
I have a couple of suggestions for how to reduce “waste, fraud and abuse”:
A. Substantially reduce the number of Secret Service Agents assigned to Liar Fraud Trump’s security detail.
B. Suggest to Fraud Con Grifter Trump that he reduce the rates his hotel properties charge to government officials and government personnel he requires stay at his properties.
Sincerely yours!
Copy via screenshot* then typed not pasted lol
Well I copied and pasted and sent mine off.. thank you Joel.. I feel so warm and fuzzy now 🤙🏽
Copy & pasted & SENDING NOW!!
Just want to say I’m so happy I went from being a free to a paid subscriber of yours last week because you have truly earned the support. Your Facebook posts and comments were always so helpful when I just followed you there over the years and now your writing is vital to inform and provide reassurance and guidance through these insane times. I read you and Robert Hubbell before all others! Many thanks and all the best to you!
Professor Richardson is also terrific!
Showing Up and Not Backing Down reminded me of the recently victorious Philadelphia Chinatown organizations that won a 2 and a half year fight against a proposed 76ers arena that would have guaranteed Chinatown's demise.
It’s an inspiring story of a movement led predominantly by young women — who turned out to be a lot tougher than the real estate-mad billionaires had bargained for. They never considered backing down, but the billionaires sure did, even after the project was approved by the Mayor and City Council.
Good for you Jay!!
In reading today's afternoon news I see that you're not alone in showing up and not backing down. I'f referring, of course, to Zelensky's visit to the Oval Office. Zelensky is such a great leader!
Joseph in Fairport, NY
Keep doing all that you do. Your Saturday humor post is a perfect counterpoint to the well-researched and well-thought-out weekday posts we need to do our advocacy work! Tomorrow I will look into a paid subscription!
In times like these, we need solidarity against bullies. Have a great meeting!
Love this ! You look great! Enjoy.❤️
And we are all there with you in spirit.
Sounds like good trouble. Enjoy!
Have fun, Jay! You deserve a break, even if you will be working.
Thanks for being there! Enjoy!
I sure hope you are proven prophetic!
I’m Hawaiian Asian Norwegian.. yeah I’m a mutt.. This administration sucks donkey balls and the Zelenskyy thing just is abhorrent.. what happened to the US. I love Public Servants post!! JFC I don’t even want to read or listen to the news any longer.. it’s one sh*tshow after another..