And it's not a compliment Donald. ‘Trump Is the Picasso of Corruption’
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@monacharen.bsky.socialMona Charen
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Policy Editor, The Bulwark Syndicated columnist Opponent of all forms of illiberalism Author of four books
@monacharen.bsky.social@monacharen.bsky.socialI know but it worked as a meme.
@monacharen.bsky.socialFile under least surprising news of the week. Once upon a time, Fox News was the feeder for the White House. Now, it's the other way around. www.politico.com/news/2026/10...
@monacharen.bsky.socialWe've reached the King Canute stage of Trumpism. www.politico.com/news/2026/10...
@monacharen.bsky.socialHeartbreak has become commonplace in MAGA America, but this piece of reporting goes right to the bone. A Death. A Funeral. And the Trump Rally Down the Block.
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@monacharen.bsky.socialGotta thank Sen. Schmitt for suggesting the perfect term for himself: "Dirtbag."
@monacharen.bsky.socialWelcome to the club, I guess, but how could you have been so naive as to support this cretin in 2024? www.wsj.com/opinion/help...
@monacharen.bsky.socialYou deserve the thanks Julia!
@monacharen.bsky.socialFor once I agree with him!
@monacharen.bsky.socialA model for the Democratic Party. wapo.st/4cOuX5t
@monacharen.bsky.socialImportant piece by Bret Stephens. Everyone who loves Israel must grapple with this reality. Jewish terrorism is a profound threat. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/28/o...
nytimes.comOpinion | A Blunt Warning for IsraelJewish terrorism is also a threat to Zionism.
@monacharen.bsky.socialThe DSA Is a Gift to MAGA
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thebulwark.comThe DSA Is a Gift to MAGAOr: The socialists vs. the Democrats.
@monacharen.bsky.socialMy editor speaks. Obey!
@monacharen.bsky.socialThere are many worries about the effects of AI, but this is one example of the upside. A man who had no use of his hands has had them partially restored! giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/...
giftarticle.ft.comParalysed man regains hand function through novel brain technologyPatient went from not being able to lift his hands to his face to independently wiping his mouth
@monacharen.bsky.socialQuick and unexpected isn't the worst way to die. Sympathies to Lindsey Graham's family and friends. RIP. My colleague Will Saletan wrote the best analysis of Graham's transformation in the Trump era. www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
youtube.comThe Corruption of Lindsey Graham - Audio Adaptation - YouTubeThis audio adaptation of The Corruption of Lindsey Graham is narrated by author Will Saletan. For more on this special project go to specialto.thebulwark.com.
@monacharen.bsky.socialTrump, Platner, and the Mistake America Keeps Making
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open.substack.comTrump, Platner, and the Mistake America Keeps MakingWill Saletan and Mona analyze the Platner saga and have a few words about the World Cup.
@monacharen.bsky.socialSo good as usual from Matt Labash. I didn't know about the second part of the Johnson quotation. Chef's kiss. Proud To Be An American't
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open.substack.comProud To Be An American'tEnough with the phony patriotism already
@monacharen.bsky.socialAll of my life I read of malicious use of law in other countries and felt gratitude for our system. Now it's my own country. A Malicious Chapter in the History of American Justice www.nytimes.com/2026/06/21/o...
nytimes.comOpinion | A Malicious Chapter in the History of American Justice
@monacharen.bsky.social"It's sabotage!" cries Trump. We know he admires Putin, but in this case he's taking a leaf from Stalin's book. When the economy failed, Stalin always blamed saboteurs. (And often had them shot.) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shakhty...
en.wikipedia.orgShakhty Trial - Wikipedia
@monacharen.bsky.socialThis prediction of disaster, from 3/31, holds up incredibly well IIDSSM. The Iran Hawks Are Losing Their Heads
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open.substack.comThe Iran Hawks Are Losing Their HeadsIf you’re not critical of Trump’s war in Iran, you probably haven’t been paying attention.