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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 12h

You gave them what they wanted, but they kept demanding more? Who could have possibly seen that coming?

Bets on how long it takes her to flip back because she wasn't welcomed with open arms?

David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 12h

ICYMI on the SNAP funding cliff

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Heads-up to folks in college & university spaces and communities!

The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs @hope4college.bsky.social · 1d

Despite two federal court rulings today, students in higher education may face a potential delay in SNAP benefits this weekend, and communities will likely experience a spike in hunger. Our new guide offers practical steps to support students during this time: hope.temple.edu/hope-blog/sn...

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The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs @hope4college.bsky.social · 1d

Despite two federal court rulings today, students in higher education may face a potential delay in SNAP benefits this weekend, and communities will likely experience a spike in hunger. Our new guide offers practical steps to support students during this time: hope.temple.edu/hope-blog/sn...

Supporting Students Through the November 2025 SNAP Cliff & Federal Government Shutdown

hope.temple.edu

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 12h

There are likely to be appeals, which will delay things. If they ultimately lose, there's still the possibility they slow walk complying. Per some policy folks, Trump's latest rant post suggests the needle is moving on him caving, but it'll still take time for benefits to be disbursed once funded.

David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 1d

Similar to Hall of Fame voting (albeit more macabre), I will only listen to unbanning arguments 5 years after every member of the RC & CAG have passed on. The community writ large can sit with its actions til then.

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 1d

Heads-up to folks in college & university spaces and communities!

The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs @hope4college.bsky.social · 1d

Despite two federal court rulings today, students in higher education may face a potential delay in SNAP benefits this weekend, and communities will likely experience a spike in hunger. Our new guide offers practical steps to support students during this time: hope.temple.edu/hope-blog/sn...

Supporting Students Through the November 2025 SNAP Cliff & Federal Government Shutdown

hope.temple.edu

David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 2d

The what? Is that one of the Dodgers minor league teams?

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 2d

lady gaga is talking about being born this way .

ALT: lady gaga is talking about being born this way .

media.tenor.com

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Jay Annelli @vorthosjay.bsky.social · 3d

With funding for US Food Assistance programs running out, I'm giving away one Edge of Eternities Booster Box to a random entrant who has donated to a local food pantry. The winner and four runners up will also get a copy of the Magic Cookbook.

See rules in next posts. Closes at midnight on 11/3.

Magic: The Gathering - Cuisines of the Multiverse

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 4d

Their system probably can't count that high.

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Daniel A Collier, PhD @dcollier74.bsky.social · 4d

OK, now that I am back at my computer to do this right.

We're going to have a fantastic talk hosted by the @irpwisc.bsky.social on student loan debt and how the issue is burdensome and aspects of well-being.

For a teaser, I am going to talk about suicidal ideation + what forgiveness means.

A lot of people in IDR repayment think about suicide

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The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs @hope4college.bsky.social · 4d

The shutdown is just one reason why students and families are feeling squeezed. The recent passage of OBBB will only reduce support for critical safety net programs and make higher education more expensive. Learn more at our webinar today, 10/28 at 3PM ET: temple.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: The Impact of OBBB on Student Basic Needs Security . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

This past July, Congress passed and the President signed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act (OBBB) which cut over $1 trillion from education, health, and nutrition programs. These cuts will have a pr...

temple.zoom.us

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The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs @hope4college.bsky.social · 4d

🚨 42 million Americans—including 1.1 million college students—will see their November SNAP benefits halted or delayed as the Administration refuses to release emergency funds during the shutdown.

Hunger is not inevitable—it’s a policy choice. Read our statement: hope.temple.edu/newsroom/sta...

Statement on USDA’s Decision Not to Spend Emergency SNAP Funds During the Shutdown

hope.temple.edu

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Daniel A Collier, PhD @dcollier74.bsky.social · 4d

Did you know that during his first term, Trump put the student loan pause into effect because they believed there was going to be a severe recession and joblessness due to the COVID pandemic?

#Academicsky
#Edsky
#edusky
#Higheredsky
#Econsky
#StudentLoans
#Recession

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 5d

College food pantries. In most cases they're already stretched thin for resources & staffing. The Minnesota State system has a centralized list of basic needs resource pages for each campus in MPLS & around the state, which should have contact/donation info: www.minnstate.edu/admissions/s...

Support for Basic Needs, Mental Health, and Wellness

Minnesota State consists of 33 public colleges and universities with 54 convenient campuses throughout Minnesota.

www.minnstate.edu

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 5d

College food pantries. In most cases they're already stretched thin for resources & staffing. The Minnesota State system has a centralized list of basic needs resource pages for each campus in MPLS & around the state, which should have contact/donation info: www.minnstate.edu/admissions/s...

Support for Basic Needs, Mental Health, and Wellness

Minnesota State consists of 33 public colleges and universities with 54 convenient campuses throughout Minnesota.

www.minnstate.edu

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Trap S.W. Doore @trapswdoore.bsky.social · 5d

This should have updated names, numbers and addesses for pantries, farmers markets, senior resources, free meals and community distribution. www.hungersolutions.org/find-help/

Find Help - Hunger Solutions

How can we help you? Prefer to talk to a person? Call the HelpLine at 1-888-711-1151.

www.hungersolutions.org

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Hobbes (like the Heathen) Q (like the letter) @hobbesq.bolasgang.com · 5d

Any Minneapolis folks, which food banks do you think need more eyes on them/help?

I'd encourage people for other areas to post this too. And from what I'm learning. If you can do money do money (versus canned goods/food) as the banks get deals/stretch dollars

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 5d

fyi @dailycasscain.bsky.social @thewotch.bsky.social @iantheimancameron.bsky.social Some BoP, Cass & Gail Simone goodies in the lists

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Jennifer DeRoss (JD) @jenniferdeross.bsky.social · 5d

If the federal shutdown continues, 42 million Americans will not receive new SNAP benefits after October 31st. It is anticipated full benefits will be issued as quickly as possible once federal operations resume.

To find a pantry near you: www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-lo...

Splash of the Justice Society of America from All-Star Comics #14's "Food for Starving Patriots!" with a boxed in red, starred, bullet list containing my tips to prepare, including:

Check your EBT card balance regularly and continue following SNAP rules/reporting requirements.

Start planning out lower‐cost meal ideas and stock up now. (ex: dry pasta, oats, beans, rice, canned items, seasonal produce).

Freeze or preserve extra portions to reduce spoilage and avoid waste.

Don’t wait until the last minute to visit food pantries. Shelves can clear quickly.

Pencils and Inks by Joe Gallagher
Story by Gardner Fox

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Trap S.W. Doore @trapswdoore.bsky.social · 5d

Perhaps its the whole "growing up in poverty" thing but folks losing their SNAP is a significantly bigger deal then a secret lair drop.

Like as someone who grew up on SNAP, this is a very terrifying time period for many.

Im serious, if ya'll have leftover funds; GO TO A FOOD BANK!

Brujaja, Child of None @brujajagaming.bsky.social · 5d

Yall know there are poor ppl who play MTG, right? Like poor to the point where a couple hours of their day and a few bus fares is actually problomatic, right? Ive been building decks from donated cards and very few purchases for the last 5 years. Yall need to check your fucking privileges. Im losong

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 6d

Checklists are out for the upcoming Batman set. Steph, Black Alice, Ravager & Flamebird look like the potential pickups for me, but there's a really solid mix of characters & some cool autographs that other folks may want to check out.

www.checklistinsider.com/2025-skybox-...

2025 Skybox Metal Universe Batman Checklist, Set Details, Boxes

2025 Skybox Metal Universe Batman checklist, Upper Deck set info, Hobby boxes, reviews, odds, release date, rarity, breakdown & more.

www.checklistinsider.com

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 6d

Checklists are out for the upcoming Batman set. Steph, Black Alice, Ravager & Flamebird look like the potential pickups for me, but there's a really solid mix of characters & some cool autographs that other folks may want to check out.

www.checklistinsider.com/2025-skybox-...

2025 Skybox Metal Universe Batman Checklist, Set Details, Boxes

2025 Skybox Metal Universe Batman checklist, Upper Deck set info, Hobby boxes, reviews, odds, release date, rarity, breakdown & more.

www.checklistinsider.com

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David Thompson @moogigon.bsky.social · 6d

GOP fighting woke by getting more people to have sleep for dinner.

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DrawPlayDave @thedrawplay.com · 6d

CONGRATS. JETS!

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