Paul Waller

Environmental and Social activist, Docent/Naturalist, International Folk Dancer, retired engineer 🌎

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

I am also again a citizen of Germany and proud of those in my birth village, Großkrotzenburg, who have honored the memory of the Jews of the town. 😊 🇺🇸 🇩🇪

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

I left Fascist Germany as a stateless child in August of 1939. I have been proud to be an American for ~90 percent of my life.

[Occupy Democrats @OccupyDemocrats]

BREAKING: WE LOVE IT! Pope Leo beautifully trolls MAGA racists by celebrating America's 250th birthday with a heartfelt celebration of immigrants.

Just when you thought you couldn't possibly like him even more...

"I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all Americans on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence," stated the first American Pope. "This semiquincentennial marks that defining moment in the history of the United States of America, July 4, 1776, that gave enduring voice to the ideals of liberty, equality, the pursuit of happiness, justice and democratic self-government."

Tragically, those ideals are under constant assault from Donald Trump, a President who has marked this Pope as one of his primary antagonists on the world stage. Leo has dared to criticize Trump's brutal treatment of migrants as well as his illegal war against Iran. Trump has attacked him, but clearly Leo remains unbowed.

"For two and a half centuries, generations of Americans have worked together to carry these principles forward — through sacrifice, service, innovation and civic participation," the Pope continued. "This anniversary stands as an invitation not only to celebrate the nation’s remarkable journey, but also to reflect upon the responsibilities that the sons and daughters of this country bear to one another, and to the generations who will inherit the nation that is being shaped today."

He went on to celebrate America's tradition of religious freedom, another principle that's under attack from a MAGA movement that wants to install a fascist Evangelical theocracy. But it was the section on immigrants that really has Republicans incensed—

"Defending human life also includes welcoming, protecting and assisting immigrants, whose hopes, sacrifices and contribution have formed part of the history of this country from its very beginning," said Leo. "In every generation, those who have arrived seeking freedom, opportunity and a place to belong have helped to shape the nation’s character. To receive them with compassion and generosity is not only an act of charity, but also a recognition of the dignity that belongs to every human person."

Contrast this patriotic message of inclusion with the hateful vitriol that constantly spews forth from the White House. Conservatives have been raging all week over the Supreme Court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship. Tomorrow, Trump will deliver a Fourth of July speech that will be partisan, self-aggrandizing, bigoted, and completely divorced from the eternal ideals that guided this nation's Founders.

As far as American leadership goes, Pope Leo puts Donald Trump to shame every single time.

Please ❤️ and share if you stand with Leo!

[Protect Kamala Harris ✊ @DisavowTrump20]

🚨NEW: Donald Trump has forced West Point Academy to cancel an award ceremony for actor Tom Hanks, who is well known for his philanthropic work supporting U.S. veterans.

RETWEET if you stand with Tom Hanks and our veterans against Donald Trump!

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

SNEAK PEEK - 8/15 SUMMIT LAND SWAPS

Ukraine gives back all captured Russian Territory
Russia gives back all captured Ukrainian territory
US gives Russia Alaska

PEACE

[Governor Newsom Press Office @GovPressOffice]

DONNIE J. AND KaroLYIN’ LEAVITT WILL HAVE THEIR (LITTLE) HANDS “FULL” TODAY. WHOOPS. I, GAVIN CHRISTOPHER NEWSOM, AMERICA’S FAVORITE GOVERNOR (MANY SAY), WILL HOST THE GREATEST PRESS CONFERENCE OF ALL TIME. AFTER THAT — “THE MAPS” WILL SOON BE RELEASED. VERY MUCH ANTICIPATED. HISTORY MADE. THE GOP’S RIGGED GAME IS OVER!!!! THE PEOPLE RETAKE CONGRESS. YOU'RE WELCOME, AMERICA! LIBERATION DAY!!! THAT IS WHAT MANY ARE CALLING IT. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER. — GCN

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

@OccupyDemocrats tRump is violating his own DEI policy by renaming the Kennedy Center after a woman whose renowned artistic accomplishment was knowingly sleeping with an adulterer she eventually married.

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

@anyonewantchips tRump is violating his own DEI policy by renaming the Kennedy Center after a woman whose renowned artistic accomplishment was knowingly sleeping with an adulterer she eventually married.

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

@proud_native_am Hell NO

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

tRump is violating his own DEI policy by renaming the Kennedy Center after a woman whose renowned artistic accomplishment was knowingly sleeping with an adulterer she eventually married.

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

How much did it cost to Goldify the Oval Office. That is the definition of Waste.

[Paul Waller @PaulPsw20]

@TrumpWarRoom @StephenM Bull Scat

[Ron Filipkowski @RonFilipkowski]

After much deliberation, I have settled on these 13 as my favorite TACO Trump memes from social media. https://t.co/D0r1S0O3nL

[Democratic Wins Media @DemocraticWins]

BREAKING: Adam Schiff just read Trump's EPA director a full list of his agency's failures to his face and left him completely speechless. This is absolutely incredible.

[Protect Kamala Harris ✊ @DisavowTrump20]

Vice President Dick Cheney: “There has never been an individual who is a greater threat to our republic than Donald Trump.”

[Nancy Pelosi @SpeakerPelosi]

Republicans are rushing their bill because they don’t want Americans to know what it really does.

Here's the truth: they’re slashing Medicaid and ripping health care from those who need it most to fund tax breaks for billionaires who need it least.

It’s Robin Hood in reverse.

[Blue Georgia @BlueGeorgia]

Jimmy Kimmel on Trump's bill: "Will gut Medicaid, it will cut tax credits for climate-friendly energy sources, jacks up taxes on universities, it eliminates the tax on gun silencers... and then these people go to church on Sunday and say, 'Amen.'"

Nails it as usual.

[Devin Duke @sirDukeDevin]

A church sign that gets it right!

[Elizabeth Warren @SenWarren]

BREAKING: Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are popping champagne because House Republicans JUST passed Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.”

This bill is a BIG tax handout for billionaires, paid for by ripping health insurance from 14 MILLION people.

We must stop this from passing the Senate.

[CALL TO ACTIVISM @CalltoActivism]

In a powerful moment, Rep. Jasmine Crockett slams Trump’s ENTIRE cabinet: “That’s why they hired everybody from Fox News because all they’re trying to do is put on a show.” She’s 1000% right!!