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· Nov 13
“Do not repeat this insight… sent from my iPad” masters of the blackmail indeed
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A huge part of the book-banning project aims to make work that provides a public good feel impossible and unsafe! It targets authors, absolutely, but it’s also trying to add unreasonable administrative burdens to the work of teachers and librarians.
Officials in Tennessee aren't just banning books, they're now demanding information on who checked out contested (largely LGBTQ+) books, including names, addresses, and "household composition."
A librarian who was given the directive has come forward asking for whistleblower protections.
A librarian who was given the directive has come forward asking for whistleblower protections.
Tennessee whistleblower says library board chair sought private data as part of state's book purge
A First Amendment expert told The Advocate that there are "huge" legal implications stemming from the situation.
www.advocate.com
December 20, 2025 at 2:41 AM
A huge part of the book-banning project aims to make work that provides a public good feel impossible and unsafe! It targets authors, absolutely, but it’s also trying to add unreasonable administrative burdens to the work of teachers and librarians.
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Most people have memory-holed 2020-2022, but we experienced generational trauma on a global scale and at some point that kind of thing bubbles up to the collective consciousness.
Then and only then will we realize the extent to which grief and loss looms over every decision we have made ever since
Then and only then will we realize the extent to which grief and loss looms over every decision we have made ever since
Over a roughly three-year period beginning in March 2020, 1,564 Alaskans died from COVID-19, according to a new report from the Alaska Department of Health.
1 in 500 Alaskans died from COVID-19 during pandemic, state reports
The comprehensive Alaska Department of Health report examined how the state fared between 2020 and 2023, noting successes and failures in the public health system.
www.adn.com
December 20, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Most people have memory-holed 2020-2022, but we experienced generational trauma on a global scale and at some point that kind of thing bubbles up to the collective consciousness.
Then and only then will we realize the extent to which grief and loss looms over every decision we have made ever since
Then and only then will we realize the extent to which grief and loss looms over every decision we have made ever since
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we don’t call things “vexing” enough these days. considering how vexing all of this is. i am frequently vexed
December 19, 2025 at 9:40 PM
we don’t call things “vexing” enough these days. considering how vexing all of this is. i am frequently vexed
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The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
First-of-a-kind study shows encouraging data for trans kids who socially transition
Ninety-four percent of participants in a new study stood firm in their trans identity after five years, and "detransitioning" is rare.
www.popsci.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
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Brown has over 1,200 cameras and it wasn’t enough because cameras are a security blanket we’ve all been sold. They don’t prevent crimes and they barely solve crimes but in the meantime surveillance companies got rich and no one had to address the societal root causes of crime and violence.
Brown University has over 1,200 surveillance cameras. Why that wasn’t enough to capture video of the shooting suspect | CNN
CNN spoke to several security experts to better understand the growth of Brown’s surveillance system, why its cameras failed to capture the attack or suspect, and the concerns about privacy and academ...
www.cnn.com
December 18, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Brown has over 1,200 cameras and it wasn’t enough because cameras are a security blanket we’ve all been sold. They don’t prevent crimes and they barely solve crimes but in the meantime surveillance companies got rich and no one had to address the societal root causes of crime and violence.
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chat i found the crystal i did mystical nonsense with when i was a teenager
December 16, 2025 at 3:38 AM
chat i found the crystal i did mystical nonsense with when i was a teenager
Never did elf on a shelf never been invited to a gender reveal party, such rebels we are
December 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Never did elf on a shelf never been invited to a gender reveal party, such rebels we are
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Canadian housing permits jumped 14% in data released today, hitting the 4th-highest level in modern history as multifamily permits hit the 3rd-highest ever
Canada is now on track to allow roughly 300k housing units this year
Canada is now on track to allow roughly 300k housing units this year
December 12, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Canadian housing permits jumped 14% in data released today, hitting the 4th-highest level in modern history as multifamily permits hit the 3rd-highest ever
Canada is now on track to allow roughly 300k housing units this year
Canada is now on track to allow roughly 300k housing units this year
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I will never waver – even in the face of threats or violence – to get things done for Michiganders and protect your voice, your votes, and your pocketbooks.
I fought for you as your Secretary of State, and I’ll keep fighting for you as Governor.
I fought for you as your Secretary of State, and I’ll keep fighting for you as Governor.
December 12, 2025 at 11:01 PM
I will never waver – even in the face of threats or violence – to get things done for Michiganders and protect your voice, your votes, and your pocketbooks.
I fought for you as your Secretary of State, and I’ll keep fighting for you as Governor.
I fought for you as your Secretary of State, and I’ll keep fighting for you as Governor.
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Unlike the Trump administration, Boston follows the law. And we deliver for our residents:
Over the last four years, Boston has created more affordable housing and helped more families become first-time homeowners than ever before.
Over the last four years, Boston has created more affordable housing and helped more families become first-time homeowners than ever before.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development announced Thursday that it is opening an investigation into Boston’s housing policies, accusing the city of discriminating...against white people.
Trump's HUD accuses Boston of engaging in "redlining" against white people
Over fifty years ago, the Trump family faced a similar government challenge for refusing to rent to Black people.
www.motherjones.com
December 13, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Unlike the Trump administration, Boston follows the law. And we deliver for our residents:
Over the last four years, Boston has created more affordable housing and helped more families become first-time homeowners than ever before.
Over the last four years, Boston has created more affordable housing and helped more families become first-time homeowners than ever before.
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This is my friend's cat. Its name is Cookie Swirl, and it disappeared in the American section of Charlotte airport on 11/10. We're asking for your help. She doesn't have any other socials, so if you can post it widely to see if anyone knows where it is. It's a little thing, but matters a lot to her.
December 12, 2025 at 10:22 PM
This is my friend's cat. Its name is Cookie Swirl, and it disappeared in the American section of Charlotte airport on 11/10. We're asking for your help. She doesn't have any other socials, so if you can post it widely to see if anyone knows where it is. It's a little thing, but matters a lot to her.
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Affirmations for poets, songwriters, artists:
The notion that political art is less effective when it’s more direct is deeply ahistorical.
Some artists are more concerned about being called "preachy" than they are about this fascist crisis.
Art won't be enough to win, but we won't win without it.
The notion that political art is less effective when it’s more direct is deeply ahistorical.
Some artists are more concerned about being called "preachy" than they are about this fascist crisis.
Art won't be enough to win, but we won't win without it.
December 13, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Affirmations for poets, songwriters, artists:
The notion that political art is less effective when it’s more direct is deeply ahistorical.
Some artists are more concerned about being called "preachy" than they are about this fascist crisis.
Art won't be enough to win, but we won't win without it.
The notion that political art is less effective when it’s more direct is deeply ahistorical.
Some artists are more concerned about being called "preachy" than they are about this fascist crisis.
Art won't be enough to win, but we won't win without it.
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The Pale Fountains - (Don't Let Your Love) Start A War [UK, Indie/New Wave] (1984)
https://redd.it/1lnb4mj
https://youtu.be/s5pgDs91u_g
https://redd.it/1lnb4mj
https://youtu.be/s5pgDs91u_g
The Pale Fountains - (Don't Let Your Love) Start A War [UK, Indie/New Wave] (1984)
youtu.be
December 12, 2025 at 4:09 AM
The Pale Fountains - (Don't Let Your Love) Start A War [UK, Indie/New Wave] (1984)
https://redd.it/1lnb4mj
https://youtu.be/s5pgDs91u_g
https://redd.it/1lnb4mj
https://youtu.be/s5pgDs91u_g
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King shit
“I am so bored by AI. One of the things I love about the theatre is AI can’t do it.”
Ethan Hawke is a dude 👌🏻
Ethan Hawke is a dude 👌🏻
December 10, 2025 at 2:16 AM
King shit
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A reminder of the old adage:
Q: What do you call 9 people sitting at a table with one Nazi?
A: 10 Nazis sitting at a table
You are the company you keep.
Q: What do you call 9 people sitting at a table with one Nazi?
A: 10 Nazis sitting at a table
You are the company you keep.
February 2, 2025 at 2:39 AM
A reminder of the old adage:
Q: What do you call 9 people sitting at a table with one Nazi?
A: 10 Nazis sitting at a table
You are the company you keep.
Q: What do you call 9 people sitting at a table with one Nazi?
A: 10 Nazis sitting at a table
You are the company you keep.
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Woke catholicism vs reactionary federal gvt is not the conflict i wouldve expected a decade ago
ICE’s acting director ordered a Boston Catholic parish to tear down its Advent Nativity scene—stripped of baby Jesus and branded with the message “ICE WAS HERE.” The parish priest is refusing, citing he pope’s call to stand with migrants. It's another chapter in Kristi Noem's war on Christians.
“ICE Was Here”: Pope Leo-Inspired Nativity Scene Sparks MAGA Outrage
A Nativity scene missing Jesus — and marked with an “ICE was here” sign — has triggered cries of “politicizing Christmas.” The parish priest says he’s answering Pope Leo's call to welcome stranger.
www.thelettersfromleo.com
December 10, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Woke catholicism vs reactionary federal gvt is not the conflict i wouldve expected a decade ago
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REPEAT AFTER ME (but really, after Neil Kraus):
Wage stagnation and underemployment are not problems that education can fix. We cannot "upskill" students into well-paying jobs that do. not. exist.
Wage stagnation and underemployment are not problems that education can fix. We cannot "upskill" students into well-paying jobs that do. not. exist.
Do not accept the premise that education is to blame for abysmal jobs outcomes.
“The fantasy economy's framing of economic inequality… focuses exclusively on education…deflects attention away from decades of public policies and changing business practices that have…contributed to stagnating wages”
“The fantasy economy's framing of economic inequality… focuses exclusively on education…deflects attention away from decades of public policies and changing business practices that have…contributed to stagnating wages”
December 9, 2025 at 6:21 PM
REPEAT AFTER ME (but really, after Neil Kraus):
Wage stagnation and underemployment are not problems that education can fix. We cannot "upskill" students into well-paying jobs that do. not. exist.
Wage stagnation and underemployment are not problems that education can fix. We cannot "upskill" students into well-paying jobs that do. not. exist.
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So pleased to be included in this zine and getting ready to distribute it to one and all on my campus! Click the quoted post and print your own! It's never too late to learn how to fold a zine (I just did)!
![A print-out on a table of the zine I mentioned in my post, which is called "What does AI Actually mean? Definition and Synonyms. AI Sucks and You Should Not Use It, Volume 3 December 2025 [by] Lauren Woolsey."](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ofzkhjyyh4kl4a35wxgmobmm/bafkreie4lman4mhl2kaudrya44qhmt44dgqydnjdmsw2asm2rxrkazhnbq@jpeg)
December 9, 2025 at 8:11 PM
So pleased to be included in this zine and getting ready to distribute it to one and all on my campus! Click the quoted post and print your own! It's never too late to learn how to fold a zine (I just did)!
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why are people treating me like a d-list comic book villain when I act and talk exactly like a d-list comic book villain all the time, the big tech CEOs ask
It would also help if certain tech overlords I don’t need to list did not come off as over-the-top, constantly monologuing D-list comic book villains who want to use their shiny tools to put everyone out of a job.
December 10, 2025 at 12:39 AM
why are people treating me like a d-list comic book villain when I act and talk exactly like a d-list comic book villain all the time, the big tech CEOs ask
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the brexit referendum remains one of the craziest fucking things a country has ever done
I found this today (from Peter Kellner/YouGov) which answers part of your query.
December 10, 2025 at 12:35 AM
the brexit referendum remains one of the craziest fucking things a country has ever done
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CONFIRMED: Eileen Higgins, a Democrat, will be the new mayor of Miami.
She'll be the city's first Democratic mayor since the 1990s. She flipped the office from Republicans, and does so easily. She leads the DeSantis-endorsed Emilio González 59/41 right now with most ballots counted.
She'll be the city's first Democratic mayor since the 1990s. She flipped the office from Republicans, and does so easily. She leads the DeSantis-endorsed Emilio González 59/41 right now with most ballots counted.
December 10, 2025 at 12:18 AM
CONFIRMED: Eileen Higgins, a Democrat, will be the new mayor of Miami.
She'll be the city's first Democratic mayor since the 1990s. She flipped the office from Republicans, and does so easily. She leads the DeSantis-endorsed Emilio González 59/41 right now with most ballots counted.
She'll be the city's first Democratic mayor since the 1990s. She flipped the office from Republicans, and does so easily. She leads the DeSantis-endorsed Emilio González 59/41 right now with most ballots counted.
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They need to stop saying "AI," full stop.
It's a bait-and-switch at this point.
They point at some of the incredible work done by "AI" in medical imaging and detection, or protein-folding.
Then they say "AI is the future" to push their shitty LLMs.
We need precision in nomenclature.
It's a bait-and-switch at this point.
They point at some of the incredible work done by "AI" in medical imaging and detection, or protein-folding.
Then they say "AI is the future" to push their shitty LLMs.
We need precision in nomenclature.
December 10, 2025 at 12:39 AM
They need to stop saying "AI," full stop.
It's a bait-and-switch at this point.
They point at some of the incredible work done by "AI" in medical imaging and detection, or protein-folding.
Then they say "AI is the future" to push their shitty LLMs.
We need precision in nomenclature.
It's a bait-and-switch at this point.
They point at some of the incredible work done by "AI" in medical imaging and detection, or protein-folding.
Then they say "AI is the future" to push their shitty LLMs.
We need precision in nomenclature.
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I remember Jehlen moving up from her house seat - in a special election IIRC. Many will want to run in her place.
INBOX: Sen. Pat Jehlen -- whose district includes Cambridge, Medford, Somerville and Winchester --says she is ***not*** running for reelection in 2026
In Senate since 2005, House member between 1991 and 2005
In Senate since 2005, House member between 1991 and 2005
December 9, 2025 at 9:44 PM
I remember Jehlen moving up from her house seat - in a special election IIRC. Many will want to run in her place.
I didn’t have to scan my face but for some reason it defaulted to my birthday being literally yesterday or something, so it asked me to update that
December 9, 2025 at 8:33 PM
I didn’t have to scan my face but for some reason it defaulted to my birthday being literally yesterday or something, so it asked me to update that
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“Why are folks getting dumber?” Because they don’t read. “Why aren’t men as romantic & poetic as they used to be?” Because they don’t read. “Why are people so vulnerable to propaganda?” “Why is everyone a conspiracy theorist?” Because they don’t read. Because they don’t read.
December 8, 2025 at 11:49 PM
“Why are folks getting dumber?” Because they don’t read. “Why aren’t men as romantic & poetic as they used to be?” Because they don’t read. “Why are people so vulnerable to propaganda?” “Why is everyone a conspiracy theorist?” Because they don’t read. Because they don’t read.