Dylan Blaha

Women who wear short shorts to the gym are not whores. The men who call them whores are misogynists. The normalization of casual misogyny contributes to our rape culture. Shane Gillis is an unfunny, misogynistic, sad excuse for a comedian. We cannot allow his words to become normalized.

Ed Sheeran is a coward. Robert Kraft is a monster. Macklemore is an example of how to stand up for human rights. No one is free until we are all free. Thank you to all the people who continue to stand up for what’s right. 🇵🇸 🇨🇺 🇸🇩 🇱🇧 🇨🇩

We now know why Ed Sheeran kicked Macklemore off his tour. More and more celebrities continue to show their true colors. For some, their silence speaks volumes. youtube.com/shorts/08JtY...

I have to admit, the Republicans really know how to excite their base. Shortly after the RNC posted a mostly-naked picture of Hasan Piker on the Jumbotron, they crashed Grindr. Officials are now researching to see whether they beat their previous world record.

People continue to use AI for basic tasks and it’s incredibly concerning. You can learn to write well without AI. You can learn to design well without AI. You can come up with new ideas without AI. Please think twice before using AI. There’s enough slop on the internet already.

From the Washington Post: the US Pentagon has hired conservative influencers to serve in government civilian roles. Some of them are in roles where they can change military policy. They’ve already ended sexual harassment and equal opportunity programs. What’s next? youtube.com/shorts/nrkar...

My name is Captain Dylan Blaha. Last year, I made several videos reminding US service members to disobey unlawful orders. The military suspended my security clearance and launched a full investigation. Nearly a year later, I now know the outcome. youtube.com/shorts/2Z0we...

How long until Donald Trump renames something after his best friend Jeffrey Epstein?

Canada just hit the US with $20 billion in retaliatory tariffs on goods like milk, steel, and plywood. Is everyone who voted for Donald Trump tired of winning yet?

Mark Ruffalo is a hero. If you actually believe he is antisemitic, then I have a bridge to sell you.

Super PACs spent $70 million to elect Haley Stevens. At least $34 million came from AIPAC. She had no popular policies. She had no ground game. Dr. Abdul El-Sayed won because he had both. We’re done with corporate, establishment Democrats. It’s time for a new chapter.

I noticed many comments last night from MAGA Republicans who said they “did their job” by voting for Haley Stevens in the Michigan primary. Stevens never had a better chance of beating Mike Rogers. That was just another AIPAC lie, like their mailers that implied an Obama endorsement.

“I’m so shocked Bill Maher is threatening to stop voting for Democrats if Democratic Socialists keep winning elections,” said literally no one ever.

Mitch McConnell has officially been dead for 50 days.

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Blue MAGA (aka establishment democrats) now have the audacity to claim that supporting Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is racist. In reality, the bigoted decision would be to support a woman who continues to receive gobs of AIPAC money, while standing for nothing.

The government is now kicking Soldiers off their health insurance so they can save a few extra dollars. I missed one payment and they immediately kicked me off Tricare. youtube.com/shorts/_Gwuz...

Abolishing ICE is the moderate position. They must all face justice for their crimes.

If establishment Democrats were in the Star Wars universe: “Our heart goes out to the family of Emperor Palpatine. We may have disagreed on policy, but damn did we respect his work. What a great man who advanced the empire for the better. He will be sorely missed.”

I spoke with the late Senators Lindsey Graham and Mitch McConnell last night, before they both passed. They said the only path forward is Medicare for All, ending endless wars, building strong unions, and investing in our communities.

Credible allegations of sexual assault against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner make it impossible for me to help him in any form. Mainers deserve a choice for Senate without moral compromise. I have withdrawn all my support and am asking that he drops out of this race.

More trash from corporate media. Shame on you, @chicagotribune.com Editorial Board.

Trillionaires should not exist. Billionaires should not exist. The system is working exactly as it was designed. It’s time we build a new one.

Today, Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire. This is yet another example of the complete failure of the United States government.

The UK’s increasingly authoritarian government banned Hasan Piker and Cenk Uyghur from entering their country, because both Hasan and Cenk openly criticize Israel and the UK’s complicity in genocide. Fascism isn’t just growing in America - it’s growing worldwide.

Today’s election results so far have been a blow to theoretical democracy in America… The pro Israel lobby spent $34 million to defeat Rep. Thomas Massie and elect Trump’s pro-Israel, pro pedophilia candidate. As long as Trump is President, the right will be pro Israel and pro pedophilia.

First, the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act. Now, voting rights in Illinois are under attack. A right-wing group is fighting to overturn Illinois' Voting Rights Act, following the Louisiana v. Callais decision. Read my full article here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

ICE has drastically increased their immigration enforcement presence at courthouses across Illinois in the last 72 hours, even though their presence at courthouses violates Illinois law. This is a coordinated operation and we must prepare for further escalation.

Last Fall, Trump Launched an Assault on Chicago. The Media Coverage Died Out, But ICE Never Left Illinois. Immigration enforcement detained at least 634 people in Illinois between January 1st and mid-March Read the full article here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

On this Cinco de Mayo, we remember those who aren’t here. youtube.com/shorts/BjOgu...

Fox News: if you don’t teach your children about the benefits of capitalism, someone will teach them about the horrors of socialism. Meanwhile, Americans can’t afford basic necessities. There’s a reason why May Day rallies were the largest they’ve been in decades - the workers have had enough.

On Thursday morning, a crowd entered a conference room in Chicago to discuss one specific concept: should businesses in Illinois be allowed to boycott any country they want, or are they only allowed to boycott any country except Israel? Read my full article here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

An Illinois man was arrested on terrorism charges for threatening his State Senator in an email. Why is no one talking about it? open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

Maine Governor Janet Mills just dropped out of the race to unseat Republican Senator Susan Collins. This is a huge win for Graham Platner, who has been leading Mills in the polls for quite a long time.

Huge votes and discussions throughout the week regarding the anti-BDS law in Illinois! Spoiler alert: Champaign’s vote passed last night. Read the entire article here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

Special shout out tonight to the people of Champaign Township. At the annual meeting, residents voted 45-34 to place a referendum on the ballot this November. The question on the referendum? Do you support repealing Illinois’ anti-BDS law. Well done 👏

Will the Chicago Bears stay in Illinois? More importantly, how will this affect working class taxpayers? Also, when will the Illinois legislature actually pass meaningful tax reform to ensure the rich pay their fair share? Read the full article here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

Trump endorsed changing the name of ICE to NICE (National Immigration and Customs Enforcement). He did this simply “so the media has to say NICE agents all day everyday.” Regardless, they’re still fascists. The important thing is ensuring that they all end up in prison.

ICE in Illinois updates: the Village of Broadview continues to challenge the First Amendment. Also, ICE ramps up activity across Illinois and plans to send over 100 agents to Champaign-Urbana soon. Read my full article here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

🚨 Active shooter in Chicago Shots fired inside Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital in Chicago. Two officers reportedly shot at 5145 North California Avenue. Suspect fled the scene and may be in the area of 2651 W Winona St. Suspect: Black male, short hair, wearing minimal clothing.

🚨 ICE Alert for Champaign-Urbana Several immigrant serving organizations and advocates have received information from reliable sources of significant ICE presence arriving soon (likely Monday) to CU. Please review your emergency plans with your family.

Thank you to Morgan Coghill for joining Let’s Address Illinois today to discuss his recent Congressional race, fighting back against AI data centers, and more. Check out our full interview here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

When it comes to defending human and civil rights, Representative Delia Ramirez is in a league of her own. In a state full of pro Israel, machine politicians, Rep. Ramirez stands out in stark contrast to corporate, establishment Democrats. Full article here: open.substack.com/pub/letsaddr...

Tonight, 11 Illinois townships held votes to place referendums on the November ballot, regarding repealing IL’s anti-BDS law. It PASSED in Cunningham, Peoria, Kickapoo, Medina, DuPage, and Normal. Oak Park and Champaign POSTPONED their meetings at the last minute. Naperville DID NOT ALLOW a vote