derekseidman.bsky.social
writer + researcher • labor, corporate power, militarism, climate • contributor: truthout + littlesis • buffalo ny partisan
👤 Joined on 18 November 2024
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@derekseidman.bsky.socialI might have left Buffalo, but I still love Buffalo.
Show PostPolice removed dozens of residents and arrested Noura Erakat at a September meeting in Palm Beach County, Florida. The county holds $1 billion in Israel Bonds, making it the world's largest investor. Organizers told me they want their tax dollars invested at home, not in fueling violence abroad.
Show PostRobert Kraft and most of his children are major donors to the United Democracy Project, DMFI, and AIPAC, having donated several million dollars combined to the three PACs across dozens of denominations. Kraft recently barred Macklemore from opening for singer Ed Sheeran at a stadium he owns.
Show PostThe U.S.-Israel war with Iran disrupted oil shipments and pushed energy prices higher, producing major gains for oil companies. In Q2, Exxon earned $14.53 billion and Chevron $12.07 billion; their profits more than doubled and nearly quadrupled year over year, respectively.
Show PostTrump's war on Iran has claimed thousands of lives and driven up the cost of living for millions of working people. Meanwhile, Big Oil cashes in. bit.ly/3UlZjWC
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