Retired Sacramento Bee reporter. If it was news, I was there. Not using this site much. Find me here: https://xitter.cf/t.co/AV7Dy676Vw; @sammackstanton on Threads

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Joined May 2009
Sam Stanton retweeted
Thank God I’m in Sacramento
Spotted a Fox frolicking by the Capitol
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Sam Stanton retweeted
My fellow Americans: Please direct your attention to this matter for just a moment. Allow this to sink in. The President of the United States of America just said he wants to ban the free press. He said he doesn’t want them in his office, which by the way is the Oval Office in the People’s House. This is unheard of, and we the people cannot let this be! For the record, we have a free press in this country. For the record we should all be worried not just about this latest outburst, but by all of it going forward without permission — putting our service members in harms way, raising tariffs willy nilly, threatening buildings and institutions unless his name gets put on them. This is not the behavior of a centered leader who is focused on the good of the people. This is not the behavior of a compassionate leader focused on the millions of Americans who cannot afford healthcare, childcare, gas, or food. This is not the behavior of a man who can emotionally regulate himself. We should all be concerned — those who voted for him and those who didn’t. The midterms are around the corner. Vote like your life and the lives of others are at stake, because they are. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
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Hey gang. I am deeply saddened to say my position as The Sacramento Bee’s Kings beat writer was one of the many jobs eliminated Thursday as part of a massive wave of McClatchy Media layoffs across the country. My last day will be Oct. 9.
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Some sad personal news: the Sacramento Bee’s three-reporter sports department has been eliminated during McClatchy’s sweeping layoffs, which means my eight-year run is coming to an end. I’m incredibly thankful for time spent with my wonderful colleagues and editors…
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Sam Stanton retweeted
Tough day After 38 years at The Sacramento Bee, I was part of sweeping company layoffs. My last day is Oct. 9. I love my job & my role in the community. I thank coaches, athletes, media & especially readers & followers. I’m not done working. I’m excited about what’s next.
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Sam Stanton retweeted
Pretty clear what the football gods think of TCU's decision to ban the @startelegram
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Please stop asking me for gift links every time I break a story. I get that everything on Earth is expensive, but goods and services cost money. We die without subscriptions. If you value journalism, pay for journalism.
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Sam Stanton retweeted
NEW: The man known as the NorCal Rapist is now eligible for elder parole because of newer CA laws. “If he's not a danger to society, then I don't know what a danger to society is," Judge said at his hearing. @MBandurKCRA was only reporter in court room: kcra.com/article/norcal-rapi…
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John Burton, political giant who shaped California’s left, dies at 92, just after memoir published: bloomsbury.com/us/i-yell-bec… sacbee.com/news/politics-gov….
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If you are into farmers markets in California, this is a site you need to know about: farmersmarketnews.com/
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Sam Stanton retweeted
Today I went to VOA’s office to hand over my laptop, phone and press pass. It felt weird to be in such an empty newsroom.
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That was quick.
Stanford HC Troy Taylor is out, per source
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Bear Down Bibby
Mike Bibby, a 14-year NBA veteran and former Sacramento Kings star, has agreed on a deal to become the next men’s basketball head coach of Sacramento State, sources tell ESPN.
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On the shelves, Sept. 4. ⁦@CA_Dem⁩
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Sam Stanton retweeted
Why is the @SacramentoKings game giving me seasickness? Help, @NBCSAuthentic!
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What in the hell is this Fantage Point ruining the @SacramentoKings game broadcast? Are you people out of your minds? Buy a goddamn camera for the floor.
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