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They said "free speech" and "academic freedom" but never believed in either and now in texas you need a permission slip to mention race in class and they're fine with it. Might not have worked if people with large platforms weren't furious about marginal increases of black people in their offices
January 31, 2026 at 12:35 PM
They said "free speech" and "academic freedom" but never believed in either and now in texas you need a permission slip to mention race in class and they're fine with it. Might not have worked if people with large platforms weren't furious about marginal increases of black people in their offices
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every epstein file drop underscores how elite power operates through shared socio-economic networks, regardless of people's ideological differences, populist posturing, or public feuds
January 30, 2026 at 11:58 PM
every epstein file drop underscores how elite power operates through shared socio-economic networks, regardless of people's ideological differences, populist posturing, or public feuds
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This is why I have real fucking problem with blithe criticisms of "polarization" or "congressional dysfunction." We have a Republican member blaming his colleague for being attacked.
The problem isn't polarization or dysfunction. It's the Republican Party.
The problem isn't polarization or dysfunction. It's the Republican Party.
Rep. Randy Fine on Ilhan Omar getting attacked: "I blame Ilhan Omar for what happened"
January 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
This is why I have real fucking problem with blithe criticisms of "polarization" or "congressional dysfunction." We have a Republican member blaming his colleague for being attacked.
The problem isn't polarization or dysfunction. It's the Republican Party.
The problem isn't polarization or dysfunction. It's the Republican Party.
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Excellent by Adam Serwer.
I’d add: How many pseudo-deep commentators, typically MAGA-excusing, go on about liberalism’s lack of community, character, and moral virtue? Then MN features a truly striking demonstration of just these qualities by modern liberals. Reaction: crickets.
I’d add: How many pseudo-deep commentators, typically MAGA-excusing, go on about liberalism’s lack of community, character, and moral virtue? Then MN features a truly striking demonstration of just these qualities by modern liberals. Reaction: crickets.
"The secret fear of the morally depraved is that virtue is actually common, and that they’re the ones who are alone."
Last week in Minnesota, I watched ordinary people risk their lives to protect their neighbors. In the process, they not only won a significant—though not final—victory against authoritarianism, they proved virtually every MAGA social theory wrong. (gift link) www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
January 28, 2026 at 12:33 AM
Excellent by Adam Serwer.
I’d add: How many pseudo-deep commentators, typically MAGA-excusing, go on about liberalism’s lack of community, character, and moral virtue? Then MN features a truly striking demonstration of just these qualities by modern liberals. Reaction: crickets.
I’d add: How many pseudo-deep commentators, typically MAGA-excusing, go on about liberalism’s lack of community, character, and moral virtue? Then MN features a truly striking demonstration of just these qualities by modern liberals. Reaction: crickets.
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one of the least-appreciated own-goals happening right now is the deliberate sabotage of our knowledge/research sector www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Texas Halts Hiring of H-1B Workers at State Colleges, Agencies
Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered state agencies and public universities to immediately freeze new H-1B visa petitions, curtailing a program that has also been overhauled by President Donald Trump.
www.bloomberg.com
January 27, 2026 at 10:06 PM
one of the least-appreciated own-goals happening right now is the deliberate sabotage of our knowledge/research sector www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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The same day Alex Pretti was murdered, Apple CEO Tim Cook, pictured here smiling with notorious sex pest and accused rapist Brett Ratner, enjoyed a gala screening of BRIBE: The Movie at the White House. Think Different, kids.
January 27, 2026 at 7:23 PM
The same day Alex Pretti was murdered, Apple CEO Tim Cook, pictured here smiling with notorious sex pest and accused rapist Brett Ratner, enjoyed a gala screening of BRIBE: The Movie at the White House. Think Different, kids.
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in ≈20 states this year, sheriffs who have joined ICE's 287(g) program are up for reelection
i found that a small number of sheriffs are actually representing counties that rejected Trump & voted Harris in 2024.
and they're up for reelection in 2026.
Learn more: boltsmag.org/criminal-jus...
i found that a small number of sheriffs are actually representing counties that rejected Trump & voted Harris in 2024.
and they're up for reelection in 2026.
Learn more: boltsmag.org/criminal-jus...
January 27, 2026 at 7:13 PM
in ≈20 states this year, sheriffs who have joined ICE's 287(g) program are up for reelection
i found that a small number of sheriffs are actually representing counties that rejected Trump & voted Harris in 2024.
and they're up for reelection in 2026.
Learn more: boltsmag.org/criminal-jus...
i found that a small number of sheriffs are actually representing counties that rejected Trump & voted Harris in 2024.
and they're up for reelection in 2026.
Learn more: boltsmag.org/criminal-jus...
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I'm going to church this morning. I need to figure out if Jesus would want me on Team Boo Hoo Fucking Bitch or Team I'm Not Mad At You / Are You OK.
January 25, 2026 at 3:34 PM
I'm going to church this morning. I need to figure out if Jesus would want me on Team Boo Hoo Fucking Bitch or Team I'm Not Mad At You / Are You OK.
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Also, may I say that I don’t agree with people saying ICE and CBP need “more training.” They’re doing exactly what this administration has trained them to—impose a reign of fear in blue cities. They don’t need more training. They need to be ripped up root and branch.
January 24, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Also, may I say that I don’t agree with people saying ICE and CBP need “more training.” They’re doing exactly what this administration has trained them to—impose a reign of fear in blue cities. They don’t need more training. They need to be ripped up root and branch.
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When the CBP or ICE agent that Stephen Miller is trying to get killed dies, it is extremely important that every member of the media be told, repeatedly and loudly, that they wanted this and that people called it out in advance.
January 25, 2026 at 2:35 AM
When the CBP or ICE agent that Stephen Miller is trying to get killed dies, it is extremely important that every member of the media be told, repeatedly and loudly, that they wanted this and that people called it out in advance.
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Journalists you gonna keep calling all this “immigration enforcement”?
Pam Bondi's conditions for Minnesota: 1) give us all your state data on your food programs, including SNAP 2) repeal all your sanctuary policies in the state (since it has led to "so much crime and violence") and 3) hand over your state voting rolls. Letter here: www.fox9.com/news/minneap...
Minneapolis shooting: AG Pam Bondi gives Gov. Walz conditions for ICE to leave Minnesota
www.fox9.com
January 25, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Journalists you gonna keep calling all this “immigration enforcement”?
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Dems should introduce legislation now defunding ICE and CBP operations in Minnesota, so they have to leave the state. One sentence bill. Demand an immediate vote. Maybe refuse to vote for cloture on any funding bills (or other bills) until a vote. Make the GOP Congress break w/ Trump or own it all.
January 25, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Dems should introduce legislation now defunding ICE and CBP operations in Minnesota, so they have to leave the state. One sentence bill. Demand an immediate vote. Maybe refuse to vote for cloture on any funding bills (or other bills) until a vote. Make the GOP Congress break w/ Trump or own it all.
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Really hard to look at this and all the other examples of bravery and kindness from ordinary people in this moment not think also of the tremendous cowardice exhibited over the past year by some of the richest, most well-protected people in business, media and politics
Let us all have the courage displayed by the residents of Minneapolis.
January 25, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Really hard to look at this and all the other examples of bravery and kindness from ordinary people in this moment not think also of the tremendous cowardice exhibited over the past year by some of the richest, most well-protected people in business, media and politics
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Just absolute flagrant disregard for very basic freedoms supposedly enshrined in our governing documents
That sort of cavalier treatment of the law can't really be reformed, only purged
That sort of cavalier treatment of the law can't really be reformed, only purged
January 23, 2026 at 8:52 PM
Just absolute flagrant disregard for very basic freedoms supposedly enshrined in our governing documents
That sort of cavalier treatment of the law can't really be reformed, only purged
That sort of cavalier treatment of the law can't really be reformed, only purged
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For every donation receipt posted as a reply here, I'll share a fun fact about marine biology!
Folks, I'm getting married! Next weekend!
I'd love to spead the good news around. Here's a list of science, conservation, and education charities I love, and instructions on how to donate in our honor if you're so moved.
Please share!
I'd love to spead the good news around. Here's a list of science, conservation, and education charities I love, and instructions on how to donate in our honor if you're so moved.
Please share!
I’m getting married! Want to honor us? Here are some great charities you can donate to.
Some, as they say, personal news: I’m getting married! I’d love to use this happy occassion to spread good news around. To that end, if you’re so inclined to make a donation ̶…
www.southernfriedscience.com
January 23, 2026 at 2:42 PM
For every donation receipt posted as a reply here, I'll share a fun fact about marine biology!
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“Democratic politicians and business & technocratic elites should be shamed and humiliated by how normal people have met this moment while most Democrats pretended it was business as usual and many elites openly curried favor with the regime instead of resisting.”
www.thebulwark.com/p/how-the-me...
www.thebulwark.com/p/how-the-me...
How the Media Fails With Trump. Over and Over. (And Over.)
Plus: The people of Minneapolis are amazing.
www.thebulwark.com
January 23, 2026 at 5:33 PM
“Democratic politicians and business & technocratic elites should be shamed and humiliated by how normal people have met this moment while most Democrats pretended it was business as usual and many elites openly curried favor with the regime instead of resisting.”
www.thebulwark.com/p/how-the-me...
www.thebulwark.com/p/how-the-me...
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They want you to think that there is nothing in the past but shame so that people flinch away from examining history.
If you examine history, you will find good people. At every time in history, you will find them.
Maybe not enough, but they were there. You can be this generation's good people.
If you examine history, you will find good people. At every time in history, you will find them.
Maybe not enough, but they were there. You can be this generation's good people.
January 22, 2026 at 4:03 PM
They want you to think that there is nothing in the past but shame so that people flinch away from examining history.
If you examine history, you will find good people. At every time in history, you will find them.
Maybe not enough, but they were there. You can be this generation's good people.
If you examine history, you will find good people. At every time in history, you will find them.
Maybe not enough, but they were there. You can be this generation's good people.
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Sometimes the most radical thing you can do is educate normal people on complex subjects in ways that are engaging and digestible.
January 20, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Sometimes the most radical thing you can do is educate normal people on complex subjects in ways that are engaging and digestible.
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When things are falling apart ...
Who surrenders? who was the first to fold?
The billionaires, the institutions, the powerful
Who was the first to organize? the marginalized, the queer, the sex workers, the single moms, the old punks, the three sisters
Who surrenders? who was the first to fold?
The billionaires, the institutions, the powerful
Who was the first to organize? the marginalized, the queer, the sex workers, the single moms, the old punks, the three sisters
January 21, 2026 at 7:03 PM
When things are falling apart ...
Who surrenders? who was the first to fold?
The billionaires, the institutions, the powerful
Who was the first to organize? the marginalized, the queer, the sex workers, the single moms, the old punks, the three sisters
Who surrenders? who was the first to fold?
The billionaires, the institutions, the powerful
Who was the first to organize? the marginalized, the queer, the sex workers, the single moms, the old punks, the three sisters
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don't call them because you think you have to change their minds. call them because they suck and should have to listen to you vent your feelings. cheaper than therapy!
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January 21, 2026 at 6:33 PM
don't call them because you think you have to change their minds. call them because they suck and should have to listen to you vent your feelings. cheaper than therapy!
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The Democratic approach to building back power is:
1. Avoid contentious issues;
2. Pivot all discourse to unobjectionable appeals like costs;
3. Leave moral opposition to citizens of conscience, who have lost all trust in the party, but hope they vote Democrat anyhow.
Wrong top to bottom.
1. Avoid contentious issues;
2. Pivot all discourse to unobjectionable appeals like costs;
3. Leave moral opposition to citizens of conscience, who have lost all trust in the party, but hope they vote Democrat anyhow.
Wrong top to bottom.
The Beatings Will Continue Until Morale Improves
On expecting a different result.
www.offmessage.net
January 21, 2026 at 5:13 PM
The Democratic approach to building back power is:
1. Avoid contentious issues;
2. Pivot all discourse to unobjectionable appeals like costs;
3. Leave moral opposition to citizens of conscience, who have lost all trust in the party, but hope they vote Democrat anyhow.
Wrong top to bottom.
1. Avoid contentious issues;
2. Pivot all discourse to unobjectionable appeals like costs;
3. Leave moral opposition to citizens of conscience, who have lost all trust in the party, but hope they vote Democrat anyhow.
Wrong top to bottom.
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The local Democratic Party probably wants volunteers to pick people up and drive them to the polling place, I'm planning on signing up for that this year and in '28.
January 15, 2026 at 8:40 PM
The local Democratic Party probably wants volunteers to pick people up and drive them to the polling place, I'm planning on signing up for that this year and in '28.
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Frost: For so long, the right wing has held up patriotism as a vibe, as an aesthetic. But patriotism is more than bald eagles and flags and beer. Patriotism is about loving the people who live in the damn country — every single one of them.
January 13, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Frost: For so long, the right wing has held up patriotism as a vibe, as an aesthetic. But patriotism is more than bald eagles and flags and beer. Patriotism is about loving the people who live in the damn country — every single one of them.
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Paraphrasing the original German: “Ein Volk, ein Reich, ein Fuhrer!”
January 13, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Paraphrasing the original German: “Ein Volk, ein Reich, ein Fuhrer!”