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20 Tuesday Oct 2026

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election, GOTV, vote, WTF?

I’ve already voted.

The constant independently funded attack ads, the continuous outrages perpetrated from the far right and the Trump administration, the cuts to healthcare for the neediest among us – set to kick in after the midterm election, the brutality directed at immigrants, the unbridled corruption and grift, the bigotry directed to minorities, LGBTQIA+, people who are “others”, the outrages, one after another, in the world – the deaths from dismantling USAID, the crimes directed at destroying Ukraine, the lack of empathy, the unrelenting evil – this is all overwhelming.

It’s hell now, it’s going to get worse over the next two weeks (and probably more).

These constant assaults on humanity are partly designed to instill “learned helplessness”.

Do what you can, but at the barest minimum you must vote.

After the election, in the best outcome, it will not be over. We cannot let this happen ever again. There can be no “let bygones be bygones”. There must be accountability. Otherwise, we do this all over again.

The last two years have stripped away any notion I had of shared interest with the 30% or so of Americans who worship Donald Trump.

I get physically ill watching the now blizzard of local and national news interviews with Trump/MAGA supporters illustrating their unwavering cult membership. WTF is wrong with these people? WTF is wrong with our media? WTF is wrong with America?

Nevertheless, I persist.

Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org

Two weeks from right now, we will all be watching the election results come in.

But our goal isn’t just to win the midterms in 14 days — we’re also preparing for months of organizing to protect the results, stop Trump’s election sabotage, and ensure the winners are sworn in next year.
[….]
6:42 PM · Oct 20, 2026

Putin on the ritz…

19 Monday Oct 2026

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affordability, diesel, Donald Trump, gas, missouri, price

“Make America Great Again” – in Russian.

Going up.

This morning in west central Missouri:

So much for affordability, eh?

Previously:

Putin’s puppet is as Putin’s puppet does (October 19, 2026)

Putin’s puppet is as Putin’s puppet does

19 Monday Oct 2026

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Donald Trump, Fascist pig, Putin, Putin's Puppet, Russia, Ukraine

News item:

TO RUSSIA WITH LOVE
White House Leak Reveals Sneaky Gift to Putin
Donald Trump’s cozy dealings with the Kremlin have provoked global outrage.

By Will Neal
Updated Oct 16, 2026 7:58AM EDT
Published Oct 16, 2026 5:02AM EDT

White House officials gave orders to curb Ukrainian access to a vital system used by frontline forces in the fight against Russia, according to a report.

Two U.S. sources and a third Western official familiar with the matter told Reuters that the president’s office had told the Defense Department to slow down access to SpaceX’s Starshield in the embattled Eastern European country. [….]

“Quit Putin Party Over Country”

Putin’s puppet is not my president.

Ask your republican representatives and senators if they’re okay with this.

Johnson County Democrats – Fundraiser and Fellowship – Warrensburg, MO – October 17, 2026

18 Sunday Oct 2026

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fundraiser, Johnson County Democratic Central Committee, Jordan Herrera, Mike Walbom, missouri, Soupfest, Taigan Plummer, Warrensburg

Yesterday evening, after a long day of visibility and campaigning, Johnson County Democrats held their annual fundraiser, a “Soupfest”, in Warrensburg.

Earlier in the day candidates and activists had participated in the university homecoming parade in Warrensburg, and with many others, joined organized “No Kings” rallies in neighboring towns.

The annual “Soupfest” is an opportunity for raising funds for the county committee and for fellowship and fun. Volunteers prepare their signature soup recipes (14 entries this year) and serve samples or bowls of soup to those attending. Each individual attending is provided with 5 tickets which they can use to vote for their favorite soup. There are bragging rights at stake. Other volunteers provide breads, desserts, and salads.

Roberta “R.B.” Burford (center), Johnson County Democratic Central Committee Chair.

Mike Walbom, the Democratic Party candidate in the 57th Legislative District.

As the soups and food are getting ready to be served candidates and attendees visit.

Jordan Herrera (left), the Democratic Party candidate in the 4th Congressional District, and Roberta Burford (center).

Taigan Plummer (right), the Democratic Party candidate in the 54th Legislative District.

Jordan Herrera (left).

Rick (center), serving the top prize winning shrimp soup.

After the food was served (and continued to be), candidates spoke about their campaigns and what needs to be done in the last few weeks of the campaign. The responses to each was enthusiastic and sustained.

Jordan Herrera (D).

Listening.

Mike Walbom (D).

Taigan Plummer (D).

They know their districts and their constituents. They know what needs to be done. Each is committed to representing people over special interests and lobbies.

Help them get there. Vote.

Johnson County Democrats – Homecoming Parade – Warrensburg, Missouri – October 17, 2024

17 Saturday Oct 2026

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4th Congressional District, 54th Legislative District, 57th Legislative District, homecoming, Johnson County Democrats, Jordan Herrera, Mike Walbom, parade, Taigan Plummer

Early this morning Johnson County Democrats, candidates and volunteers, gathered at the staging area for the annual university homecoming parade in Warrensburg, Missouri. The temperature was in the low 30s.

Lineup started at 8:00 a.m. The parade started at 9:00 a.m. The Democratic Party entry didn’t start rolling until a few minutes before 10:00 a.m. It’s a long parade.

Mike Walbom (left), the Democratic Party candidate in the 57th Legislative District, placing his campaign banner on a parade trailer:

The vehicle at the end of the Democratic Party entry:

“Only You Can Prevent Fascist Liars”

In the parade:

Taigan Plummer (D), the party candidate in the 54th legislative District:

Jordan Herrera, the Democratic Party candidate in the 4th Congressional District:

Jordan Herrera (D) walked the entire parade route through campus and downtown Warrensburg, engaging with voters and handing out campaign literature.

After the parade:

Name the band.

The current temperature out there

16 Friday Oct 2026

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abortion, Amendment 3, campaign finance, missouri, Missouri Ethics Commission, No on 3, Stop the Ban, women's health care

Today in west central Missouri:

“Mind your own damn business”

Vote “NO” on Amendment 3.

Campaign Finance: no quarter

14 Wednesday Oct 2026

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abortion, Amendment 3, campaign finance, missouri, Missouri Ethics Commission, No on 3, Stop the Ban, women's health care

Vote “NO” on Amendment 3.

Today at the Missouri Ethics Commission for the campaign to preserve access to women’s health care:

C253512 10/14/2026 Stop the Ban The Fairness Project P.O. Box 21337 Washington DC 20009 10/13/2026 $1,000,000.00

C253512 10/14/2026 Stop the Ban American Civil Liberties Union Foundation 125 Broad Street, 18th Floor New York NY 10004 10/13/2026 $1,000,000.00

[emphasis added]

Dayam.

Vote “NO” on Amendment 3.

Previously:

Campaign Finance: Next (August 3, 2026)

Campaign Finance: bring a nuke to the fight (September 4, 2026)

Campaign Finance: there’s plenty more (September 24, 2022)

Campaign Finance: even more (September 28, 2026)

Campaign Finance: be under no illusion (September 30, 2026)

Campaign Finance: an emphatic “NO” (October 2, 2026)

Campaign Finance: “…and they shall sow the public right of way and all the empty lots across the land with their yard signs…” (October 4, 2026)

Campaign Finance: that about sums it up (October 5, 2026)

Campaign Finance: keep it coming in (October 7, 2026)

Campaign Finance: all that right wingnut money, just to vilify a tiny minority (October 9, 2026)

Campaign Finance: “…It’s the only way to be sure.” (October 14, 2026)

Vote “NO” on Amendment 3.

Yep, it’s a cult

14 Wednesday Oct 2026

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cult, Donald Trump, grift, missouri

This afternoon in west central Missouri:

You gotta wonder about the licensing…

Johnson County Democrats – Burg Fest – Warrensburg, Missouri – October 10, 2026

10 Saturday Oct 2026

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Burg Fest, fall festival, Johnson County Democrats, missouri, street fair, Warrensburg

On Friday and Saturday Burg Fest, an annual Fall festival, took over downtown Warrensburg streets with booths, vendors, food trucks, carnival rides, entertainment, and a car show. Johnson County Democrats and Democratic Party candidates staffed a booth with informational flyers, campaign buttons, bumper stickers, and yard signs. Candidates engaged in conversations with passersby and volunteers passed out flyers.

Taigan Plummer (D), a candidate in the 54th Legislative District, speaking with voters:

Volunteers:

The republican tents/booths on West Market Street:

No apparent attention to detail:

The Democratic Party booth/tent on North Holden Street:

There was a lot of foot traffic on North Holden, not so much on West Market. Must be the brand.

Campaign Finance: all that right wingnut money, just to vilify a tiny minority

09 Friday Oct 2026

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abortion, Amendment 3, anti-choice, anti-trans bigots, ballot candy, campaign finance, missouri, Missouri Ethics Commission, women's health care

Despicable. Morally and ethically bankrupt. Ballot Candy.

You shall know them by their words.

Today at the Missouri Ethics Commission for the anti-choice, anti-trans bigots, anti-women’s health care PAC pushing Amendment 3 on the November ballot:

C253648 10/09/2026 Her Health, Her Future PAC Bootheel Values PAC PO Box 52 Jefferson City MO 65102 10/8/2026 $10,000.00

C253648 10/09/2026 Her Health, Her Future PAC Her Health Her Future Missouri 1254 Devonworth Drive Town Country MO 63017 10/9/2026 $900,000.00

[emphasis added]

The anti-choice, anti-trans bigots aren’t going to stop, neither should the advocates for women’s health care access.

Vote “NO” on Amendment 3.

Previously:

Campaign Finance: Next (August 3, 2026)

Campaign Finance: bring a nuke to the fight (September 4, 2026)

Campaign Finance: there’s plenty more (September 24, 2022)

Campaign Finance: even more (September 28, 2026)

Campaign Finance: be under no illusion (September 30, 2026)

Campaign Finance: an emphatic “NO” (October 2, 2026)

Campaign Finance: “…and they shall sow the public right of way and all the empty lots across the land with their yard signs…” (October 4, 2026)

Campaign Finance: that about sums it up (October 5, 2026)

Campaign Finance: keep it coming in (October 7, 2026)

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