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Evening Shade Seekers! I watched this live last night and I am amazed at Lawrence O'Donnell's ability to connect the dots and connect history. The full segment is about twenty minutes, including commentary and guest opinion. Lawrence breaks down the My Lai Massacre in Viet Nam, what happened and the Hero who stepped up to stop it.
Here's more info if you want to learn more.
My Lai Massacre, mass killing of as many as 500 unarmed villagers by U.S. soldiers in the hamlet of My Lai on March 16, 1968, during the Vietnam War. www.britannica.com/...
I vaguely remember the massacre when it happened and the story being in the news. Lawrence really puts it in perspective and ties it to present day. I strongly encourage you to watch it.
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"When senior leaders disparage legal oversight, sideline JAG officers, impede the ability of the press to report, or treat accountability as the enemy, they do more than risk unlawful action. They weaken the moral foundation that makes our military credible in the eyes of the American people...
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— George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 (@gtconway.bsky.social) December 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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... Because a military that abandons its legal and ethical foundations does not protect a nation—it endangers it. A military that trades the Constitution for personal loyalty ceases to be American. ...
— George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 (@gtconway.bsky.social) December 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
From the article. Pete Hegseth, Moral Failure, and the Erosion of Military Legitimacy. www.thebulwark.com/…
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THE WASHINGTON POST’S RECENT INVESTIGATION into U.S. operations in the Caribbean reveals a situation far removed from the grinding chaos of pre-surge Iraq and far more amenable to choice, direction, and accountability. According to the Post, Hegseth allegedly pressed U.S. military personnel to conduct a second strike against a small boat off the coast of Nicaragua—even after the initial strike had disabled it and left two wounded survivors clinging to the wreckage.
Navy officers on scene reportedly believed a second strike was unnecessary, potentially unlawful, and inconsistent with the mission. Yet the Post reports that senior civilian officials—including Secretary Hegseth—insisted they “kill everybody.”
If the Post report is accurate, this situation is grave. It suggests a senior civilian leader urged action that violated the law of armed conflict, basic proportionality, and the longstanding U.S. commitment to minimize harm to the defenseless. And it squeezes service members—who must refuse unlawful orders—between legal obligation, moral conscience, and the pressure of civilian authority.
Under the law of armed conflict, a wounded person clinging to debris is termed “hors de combat”—translated as “outside the fight”—and protected under the Geneva Conventions. Deliberately targeting such a person is not a tactical decision. It is a potential war crime. And if a senior official urged such a strike, then we are morally bound to ask some of the most serious questions any democracy can ask: Were unlawful orders issued or implied? Did service members feel pressured to act unlawfully? Were there attempts to suppress or alter reporting? What guidance was provided, and by whom?
These are not partisan questions. They are constitutional ones.
The article is very long and i jumped in mid-story, but i encourage you to read the rest.
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A note of caution about the new GOP vow of oversight on the murder of the two men clinging to the boat. It's good to see, but it could become a backdoor way for Rs to defuse pressure for broader scrutiny.
The entire operation is illegal. It all needs oversight. 1/
newrepublic.com/article/2037...
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— Greg Sargent (@gregsargent.bsky.social) December 2, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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Holy crap. This. Is. Not. The. Onion.
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Thanks for the laugh, Sen. Smith:
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The head of the freaking FBI, people.
Note, this is also when Ka$h was kosplaying being in charge of the Charlie Kirk investigation. Gotta look the part ya know.
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W.T.Actual.F?
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Someone make this make sense for me.
Wut?
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Elsewhere in legal news.
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So wait. Will their theory be (1) this time prosecutors other than Halligan will present to the grand jury so it’s different, or (2) now we’ve done some sort of double secret blessing of Halligan’s position so it’s different, or (3) fuck the law?
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— Popehat of Serious Proportion (@kenwhite.bsky.social) December 2, 2025 at 7:44 AM
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I repeat. This. Is. Not. The. Onion.
From the article:
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The Department of Homeland Security has also threatened to begin the legal process of deporting Ceballos to Mexico, where he hasn’t lived since he was four years old.
A recent profile of Ceballos, written by Roy Wenzl for The Wichita Eagle, revealed that the 54-year-old did not understand that as a Mexican immigrant, he was not eligible to vote in U.S. elections, which he has been doing since 1991. Ceballos also said he “probably” voted for Kobach and President Donald Trump multiple times, because he instinctively chooses the candidates with an “R” next to their name while voting. heartlandsignal.com/...
Of the charges, Ceballos told Wenzl that he was scared.
“I haven’t seen Mexico since I was four,” Ceballos said. “I don’t speak Spanish anymore. If I get deported, it would wreck my life.”
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If you're still looking for a Christmas Gift or two.
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Meanwhile, it's election day in Tennessee.
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AFTYN: “What a time to be alive! A battleground district in Tennessee… everyone loves an underdog story.”
It’s Election Day in TN-7, and Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social says Tennesseans can send a message that they’re fed up with Trump and a Republican Party that has failed to deliver.
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🔥 AL GORE: “We already have way too many subservient cowards in Congress, the last thing we need is to send another one (Van Epps 🤖) — you can make tomorrow the turning point for our country by getting out and voting for Rep. @aftynbehn.bsky.social .” #TN7
Full: www.threads.com/@thetnholler...
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To be fair, Lil Marco is boring as he!!
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Here's some good news!
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Evening Shade Seekers! Happy National Anytime Hawaiian Day!
National Anytime Hawaiian Day is a feel-good celebration that invites everyone to jump into the aloha spirit, no matter where they are.
Across Hawaii, people come together with music, hula, and favorite local dishes.
The air fills with the strum of ukuleles, the scent of grilled pineapple, and the energy of friends catching up. Even those far from the islands find a reason to join in.
It’s a warm, welcoming vibe that pulls you in and makes you want to stay a little longer.
What makes the day so special runs deeper than leis and luau. It’s a way for Hawaiians to share what matters most to them—family, culture, and connection.
Happy National Special Education Day!
Happy World Trick Shot Day!
Have you ever heard of World Trick Shot Day? It’s an electrifying celebration that takes place on the first Tuesday of December each year. Established by the Harlem Globetrotters and officially declared by National Day Calendar in 2016, the day has become a showcase for incredible athletic prowess and ingenuity.
This special day is dedicated to the art of the trick shot, especially in basketball, where athletes worldwide demonstrate their most inventive and jaw-dropping feats.
Happy National Mutt Day!
Happy Business of Popping Corn Day!
Business of Popping Corn Day is a festive occasion celebrating popcorn’s transformation from a simple snack to a commercial sensation.
This day highlights the innovation that turned popcorn into a favorite treat enjoyed by millions. The star of the show is Charles Cretors, who, in 1885, revolutionized popcorn making with his steam-powered popcorn machine.
This invention automated the process, ensuring consistently delicious popcorn and setting the stage for popcorn’s widespread popularity.
Happy Birthday Nate Mendel, Foo Fighters (b. 1968)
