Andrew Fischer

Andrew Fischer

@missinghitch.bsky.social

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Just another Monday in the nightmare that is late-stage Capitalism.

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

Overconsumption nearly ruined Carter Stevens before he learned how to exploit it. In two years, his addiction to spending had taken him from being homeless and in debt to earning six figures from selling what others threw away. https://wapo.st/4htwhxz

As Aaliyah said, "'Cause I really need somebody Tell me are you that somebody?"

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

TAPPER: Trump wants to send checks from the Medicare Improvement Fund, which the CBO says is supposed to be used for insurance programs. Do you have concerns about that? RICK SCOTT: I'm sure it's gonna have to be used the right way or they won't be able to do it. Somebody will stop them.

No.

The New York Times@nytimes.com

Emmy Rossum's dream came true when the actress and her husband, Sam Esmail, the creator of “Mr. Robot,” bought a five-bedroom apartment on Manhattan's Upper East Side in 2018, not far from where she was raised. Take a look inside. nyti.ms/3UaBOQp

Today, in misleading, bullshit headlines....

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

Oscar Alvarez's family fled the Castro regime in Cuba. He's now canvassing door to door for a democratic socialist in Miami. Socialism could help people deal with the high cost of living, he said — if only he could convince them to get past its stigma.

Bitch, I can name at least 100 things worse than divorce.

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

NEWSNATION: Is the RNC planning to back Max Miller's campaign with resources? GRUTERS: Listen, there's not many things worse than divorce. I hope Max and Ms. Moreno get the desired outcome they want. We're gonna support our nominees (So, yes!)

Good ol' American exports.

CNN@cnn.com

A shooting at a school north of Bangkok left five teachers dead and more than 30 people injured on Friday after a teen gunman opened fire before turning the weapon on himself, in one of the country’s deadliest such incidents in recent years. https://cnn.it/3TLv3nR

RFK just got really hungry.

CNN@cnn.com

The Suffolk County Department of Health in New York said that it’s seen three probable cases of tularemia, a rare but serious infection that’s also known as rabbit fever. It can occur after a bite from a tick or a fly that has previously bitten a sick mammal, typically a rabbit.

Feel free to start any time, Chuck.

Chuck Schumer@schumer.senate.gov

Trump is the most corrupt president in the history of our country He has filled the swamp to the brim while selling out Americans to the highest bidder Senate Democrats will be exposing, investigating, and holding him accountable for his brazen self-dealing at the expense of the American taxpayer

I could be wrong, but I'm pretty sure running from the cops isn't a capital offense.

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

Homan on people getting killed by ICE: "It comes down to one simple fact -- these people failed to comply with law enforcement ... all they had to do is comply. If they did, they'd be alive today."

Are we 100% sure the US Government didn't simply blow it up?

CNN@cnn.com

Dozens of people were feared dead after a ferry carrying 133 people capsized off the coast of Guyana late on Saturday, with authorities suggesting an inaccurate passenger list and drug use by the crew might have contributed to the situation.

I teach HS Civics and f*ck did this make me mad.

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

Sen. Husted has voted 10 times to support the war in Iran. Asked today if he was okay with not knowing how long the war will last or how many taxpayer dollars will be spent, he replied, "It's not really up to us"

And my guess is this post is pretty much all you're going to do about it.

Chuck Schumer@schumer.senate.gov

Trump wants to shut down the government in September to force Senate Republicans to pass the SAVE Act, rig the midterm elections, and disenfranchise millions of American citizens. If the government shuts down in September, remember one man was cheerleading for that outcome all along: Donald Trump.

Did he "say it", though?

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

In a newly released statement, Sen. Mitch McConnell also acknowledged the unusual lack of detail from his office since he was hospitalized on June 14, saying people of his generation often hesitate to share “the vulnerability that comes with growing older.” https://wapo.st/4vZErT5

There's a non-zero chance Trump tries to deport the zebra.

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

As anticipation builds around the world's biggest soccer tournament, some animals at Brookfield Zoo are getting into the spirit with soccer themed enrichment activities to encourage movement, exploration and a little unexpected ball handling.

It would cost her her credentials and possibly her job, but I would give anything for Collins to ask, "Mr. President, when you disrespect, degrade, and disparage women, does it make you feel like a big, strong boy"

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

Trump, sounding very tired, attacks a woman reporter for not smiling more

Is one of the ways, "We don't"?

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

Most Americans fear that artificial intelligence will kill huge numbers of jobs — a view that’s echoed by some prominent AI executives and politicians. Here’s a guide to five emerging concepts to help people prepare as AI sweeps through the job market:

"War Makes Everything Bad" might have been a good title for this.

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

In Kviv, units earn points for each Russian soldier they incapacitate or kill and each weapon, vehicle or piece of military equipment they destroy. “The program’s philosophy is simple. ... The more you destroy, the more you receive,” an official said.

"The reduced training period drew criticism about whether recruits were being rushed onto the job." The reduced training period resulted in recruits being rushed onto the job without proper training. There I fixed it. Jesus, do your jobs.

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

ICE is preparing to return to a longer training program for new deportation officers, officials said, restoring previous standards. The reduced training period drew criticism about whether recruits were being rushed onto the job.

You ever wonder who eats the buffet at strip clubs? Todd Blanche, that's who.

Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com

Blanche: "There's a lot of things we can be doing, like voter ID. Every time you walk into a restaurant you have to show ID. How about you have to show your idea to vote? That's not anything that's crazy."

@washingtonpost.com out here, calling your Mamaw a liar.

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com

Under-the-weather TikTokers are slicing raw potatoes and placing them in their — and their children’s — socks before bed. The theory is that the potato draws out toxins. However, experts warn against relying on folk remedies over medical care.

Hahahahahaha. No.

CNN@cnn.com

Follow Election Night developments with real-time political and cultural analysis from Charlamagne Tha God, Ben Shapiro and more. Watch CNN's Election Livecast starting at 8:30p ET at CNN.com/watch

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If I were running the DNC, there would be Democratic Party sponsored food relief banks across the country right now that specifically welcomed anyone regardless of party affiliation. Along with the food, there could be voter registration and links to runforsomething.net

I'm by no means an expert, but I'm pretty sure breathing matters for pretty much everything. It's, like, how we survive. Right?

The New York Times@nytimes.com

Some influencers claim that breathing techniques can give your workout a boost. Here’s what works — and what doesn’t.

It's cute that y'all think we're gonna make it to 2034.

CNN@cnn.com

JUST IN: A Social Security report says it will not be able to pay full monthly benefits to Americans in 2034 unless Congress takes action. cnn.it/3HN4mci