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12 hrs ago • Michael Fanone

"Go F*ck Yourself"

These two pieces are for everyone who’s tired of bad-faith politics. A reminder to meet dishonesty with clarity.

Feb 3 • Michael Fanone

We Won't Stop Fighting

If you’ve already given, you’ve done your part — and I’m grateful. If you can add a few bucks or make it monthly, it matters. Any amount helps.

Jan 26 • Michael Fanone

1,500 Strong and Fighting (Gift Inside)

That puts us 75% of the way to our kickoff goal for 2026. I’m grateful — and we’re not slowing down.

Jan 15 • Michael Fanone

2026 starts now — here’s what your support makes possible

The calendar flipped, and now we kick it up a notch.

Jan 2 • Michael Fanone

One Last Ask Before 2026 Begins

Hitting 1,500 paid subscribers means we can walk into 2026 stable. Hitting 2,000 means we can expand — more travel, more on-the-ground coverage, more…

Dec 31, 2025 • Michael Fanone

The Window Is Closing

January is when we lock budgets, commit to travel, schedule coverage, and decide how aggressive we can be in 2026. And that decision is almost entirely…

Dec 29, 2025 • Michael Fanone

We Hit #12 on Substack — Let’s Break the Top 10 This Week!

If we crack Top 10 before December 31st, I’ll drop a thank-you gift to all paid subscribers to kick off the new year!

Dec 27, 2025 • Michael Fanone

What Happens If We Don’t Hit 2,000 Subscribers

I don’t want to build a show that only reacts to history after the fact. I want one that’s present while it’s unfolding. That is what we are

Dec 26, 2025 • Michael Fanone

Michael Fanone Holiday Sale — 20% OFF Everything

No code. Tees, hoodies, mugs, stickers, hats, ornaments, the Joan Baez × Michael Fanone portrait pieces — everything!

Dec 23, 2025 • Michael Fanone

We’re Closer Than You Think

We’re not there yet — but we are absolutely within reach.

Dec 22, 2025 • Michael Fanone

ACTION NEEDED: Don’t Lose Access in 2026 — Upgrade Now

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Dec 18, 2025 • Michael Fanone

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