David Rolfe
@dorolfe.bsky.social
Single dad. Gen-X humanist. Program for work, make electronic music for fun. Listen at https://soundcloud.com/dorolfe
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David Rolfe
@dorolfe.bsky.social
· Oct 12
Enabling the destruction of trust at scale and speed seems bad tho.
Even people with good epistemologies are going to have a hard time when there’s no reliable custody of evidence. Where will we be when all human sensation is subject to a gish-gallop of BS generated faster than discarded?
Even people with good epistemologies are going to have a hard time when there’s no reliable custody of evidence. Where will we be when all human sensation is subject to a gish-gallop of BS generated faster than discarded?
My pt is yes we can pick out fake news videos today. We can trust our experience today.
We’re going to rely on companies to be trustworthy even when lies are cheaper? Where will trustworthy news come from? Freelancers we know? Through what channel? How will they eat and travel? With whose money?
We’re going to rely on companies to be trustworthy even when lies are cheaper? Where will trustworthy news come from? Freelancers we know? Through what channel? How will they eat and travel? With whose money?
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I've been saying in private that if the base had its way the 2028 DNC platform would be "we are going to fucking kill you" but I didn't expect anyone to actually run on it. I suspect this will be an important rhetorical experiment that guides how other candidates approach their messaging.
January 29, 2026 at 3:50 AM
I've been saying in private that if the base had its way the 2028 DNC platform would be "we are going to fucking kill you" but I didn't expect anyone to actually run on it. I suspect this will be an important rhetorical experiment that guides how other candidates approach their messaging.
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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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"If we have to hunt you down, the way they hunted down Nazis for decades, we will find your identities. We will find you. We will achieve justice. And we will do so under the Constitution and laws of the United States."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ft1...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ft1...
Philly DA vows to prosecute ‘wannabe Nazi' ICE agents who violate the law
YouTube video by NBC10 Philadelphia
www.youtube.com
January 29, 2026 at 3:50 AM
"If we have to hunt you down, the way they hunted down Nazis for decades, we will find your identities. We will find you. We will achieve justice. And we will do so under the Constitution and laws of the United States."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ft1...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ft1...
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We need to talk about the rise of "smol bean fascism" where you have all the guns and the immunity but the really scary people are the ones with whistles and phone cameras and they're giving you generational trauma and ptsd by filming you killing people for no reason
January 28, 2026 at 9:25 PM
We need to talk about the rise of "smol bean fascism" where you have all the guns and the immunity but the really scary people are the ones with whistles and phone cameras and they're giving you generational trauma and ptsd by filming you killing people for no reason
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I also welcome any direct connections people may have to podcasts who need a guest, or organizations who need a speaker (it's about that time to start planning for Trans Day of Visibility!)
If you have questions or ideas, DM me or email me at jey (at) beyondxandy (dot) org
@beyondxandy.bsky.social
If you have questions or ideas, DM me or email me at jey (at) beyondxandy (dot) org
@beyondxandy.bsky.social
January 28, 2026 at 9:09 PM
I also welcome any direct connections people may have to podcasts who need a guest, or organizations who need a speaker (it's about that time to start planning for Trans Day of Visibility!)
If you have questions or ideas, DM me or email me at jey (at) beyondxandy (dot) org
@beyondxandy.bsky.social
If you have questions or ideas, DM me or email me at jey (at) beyondxandy (dot) org
@beyondxandy.bsky.social
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Grad school friend is trying to get out there! They are a great and passionate communicator!
🚨 Requesting help:
I am looking for an agent who can facilitate more speaking gigs, podcast appearances, and interviews with journalists
I want to more widely share my story and expertise as a trans geneticist who understands the reality and complexity of "biological sex" 🏳️⚧️🧬
Please signal boost?
I am looking for an agent who can facilitate more speaking gigs, podcast appearances, and interviews with journalists
I want to more widely share my story and expertise as a trans geneticist who understands the reality and complexity of "biological sex" 🏳️⚧️🧬
Please signal boost?
January 28, 2026 at 10:32 PM
Grad school friend is trying to get out there! They are a great and passionate communicator!
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Unfriendly reminder, AI is being used to destroy trust. Do not normalize the use of AI. AI can not reliably enhance videos or low-quality images.
This is the quiet replacement of reality. Do not let this be normalized.
This is the quiet replacement of reality. Do not let this be normalized.
January 29, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Unfriendly reminder, AI is being used to destroy trust. Do not normalize the use of AI. AI can not reliably enhance videos or low-quality images.
This is the quiet replacement of reality. Do not let this be normalized.
This is the quiet replacement of reality. Do not let this be normalized.
You got that right
January 29, 2026 at 1:27 AM
You got that right
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DJ Shadow’s Endtroducing is a masterclass in mood and sampling, dusty beats, cinematic textures, & some proper deep dive crate digging. Headphones required.
#NowPlaying 🎧
#NowPlaying 🎧
January 28, 2026 at 8:21 PM
DJ Shadow’s Endtroducing is a masterclass in mood and sampling, dusty beats, cinematic textures, & some proper deep dive crate digging. Headphones required.
#NowPlaying 🎧
#NowPlaying 🎧
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STOCKHOLM — Sweden has had very early discussions with France and the United Kingdom about possible nuclear weapons cooperation, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has revealed.
breakingdefense.com
breakingdefense.com
January 27, 2026 at 3:53 PM
STOCKHOLM — Sweden has had very early discussions with France and the United Kingdom about possible nuclear weapons cooperation, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has revealed.
breakingdefense.com
breakingdefense.com
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I’m ok. I’m a survivor so this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing my work.
I don’t let bullies win.
Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.
I don’t let bullies win.
Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.
January 28, 2026 at 2:26 AM
I’m ok. I’m a survivor so this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing my work.
I don’t let bullies win.
Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.
I don’t let bullies win.
Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.
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you love to see it
there’s simply no viable way through this that does not involve prosecutions
there’s simply no viable way through this that does not involve prosecutions
Nine DAs are coalescing to work on prosecuting federal agents for 'overreach':
—L. Krasner in Philly
—J. Creuzot in Dallas
—M. Moriarty in Minneapolis
—L. Conover in Tucson
—S. Descano in Fairfax (VA)
—R. Fatehi in Norfolk (VA)
—S. Morales in Portsmouth (VA)
—P. Dehghani-Tafti in Arlington (VA)
—L. Krasner in Philly
—J. Creuzot in Dallas
—M. Moriarty in Minneapolis
—L. Conover in Tucson
—S. Descano in Fairfax (VA)
—R. Fatehi in Norfolk (VA)
—S. Morales in Portsmouth (VA)
—P. Dehghani-Tafti in Arlington (VA)
January 28, 2026 at 1:22 AM
you love to see it
there’s simply no viable way through this that does not involve prosecutions
there’s simply no viable way through this that does not involve prosecutions
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just limitless depravity
Maher Tarabishi, who has been detained by ICE since October, was the primary caretaker of his disabled adult child, Wael.
On Jan. 23, Wael died from complications related to Pompe disease, a rare genetic condition.
ICE has now denied Maher’s request to attend his funeral, his attorney says.
On Jan. 23, Wael died from complications related to Pompe disease, a rare genetic condition.
ICE has now denied Maher’s request to attend his funeral, his attorney says.
ICE Denies Detainee's Request to Attend His Son's Funeral, Attorney Says
Maher Tarabishi was the primary caretaker of his son, Wael Tarabishi, 30, who died on Friday, Jan. 23, from complications related to Pompe disease.
people.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:22 AM
just limitless depravity
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YES COME SEE US
Hey everyone, couple announcements!
On Thursday I’m gonna be in Ann Arbor for an event with @scalzi.com at the Ann Arbor District Library from 6-7, where we shall chat about a variety of Things.
On Saturday, I’ll be at the OC Huddle candidate event! Sign up if you’re interested!
On Thursday I’m gonna be in Ann Arbor for an event with @scalzi.com at the Ann Arbor District Library from 6-7, where we shall chat about a variety of Things.
On Saturday, I’ll be at the OC Huddle candidate event! Sign up if you’re interested!
January 28, 2026 at 2:08 AM
YES COME SEE US
Death cult trying to kill all of us.
Moderna have announced that they won't run new phase three trials now with massive impacts for new vaccine development- why- its because of RFK Jr and his anti-vaccine campaigns and cancelling mRNA vaccine research which affect the sales the company can then make 🧪🧵 #PublicHealth
Moderna Won’t Run Phase III Vaccine Trials as Skepticism Grows in US: Bloomberg
Growing opposition to vaccines in the U.S., driven by recent government policy changes, makes it difficult to see a return on investment in vaccine development, Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel said this w...
www.biospace.com
January 28, 2026 at 1:58 AM
Death cult trying to kill all of us.
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Ronald Reagan pushed thru one of the nation’s first gun control laws as soon as the Black Panthers started bringing long guns w them.
It’s really important to ditch this whole “they’re hypocrites!” take I keep seeing.
It gives these conservatives an ideological cover they don’t deserve!
It’s really important to ditch this whole “they’re hypocrites!” take I keep seeing.
It gives these conservatives an ideological cover they don’t deserve!
January 27, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Ronald Reagan pushed thru one of the nation’s first gun control laws as soon as the Black Panthers started bringing long guns w them.
It’s really important to ditch this whole “they’re hypocrites!” take I keep seeing.
It gives these conservatives an ideological cover they don’t deserve!
It’s really important to ditch this whole “they’re hypocrites!” take I keep seeing.
It gives these conservatives an ideological cover they don’t deserve!
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There's no ICE accountability without ending qualified immunity.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
January 27, 2026 at 9:02 PM
There's no ICE accountability without ending qualified immunity.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
Haha that DHS was too fash for Rummy. Wild wild stuff.
January 28, 2026 at 1:47 AM
Haha that DHS was too fash for Rummy. Wild wild stuff.
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I’m not endorsing the opinions below — just chiming in to say you’ll never guess what infamous hippy expressed a similar sentiment in February 2001.
January 27, 2026 at 9:18 PM
I’m not endorsing the opinions below — just chiming in to say you’ll never guess what infamous hippy expressed a similar sentiment in February 2001.
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Review: "Wonder Man" (buddy comedy introspection)
Their slow bonding feels genuine... rooting for (Simon and Trevor) to succeed becomes infectious, burdened with glorious ambition... a safe space to escape from reality into.
💀 #grmdrpr #moviecryptdotcom #reapingwhathollywoodsows
Their slow bonding feels genuine... rooting for (Simon and Trevor) to succeed becomes infectious, burdened with glorious ambition... a safe space to escape from reality into.
💀 #grmdrpr #moviecryptdotcom #reapingwhathollywoodsows
Review: “Wonder Man” (buddy comedy introspection)
Review: "Wonder Man" (buddy comedy introspection) Their slow bonding feels genuine... rooting for (Simon and Trevor) to succeed becomes infectious, burdened with glorious ambition... a safe space to escape from reality into. 💀 #grmdrpr #moviecryptdotcom #reapingwhathollywoodsows
moviecrypt.com
January 27, 2026 at 10:27 PM
Review: "Wonder Man" (buddy comedy introspection)
Their slow bonding feels genuine... rooting for (Simon and Trevor) to succeed becomes infectious, burdened with glorious ambition... a safe space to escape from reality into.
💀 #grmdrpr #moviecryptdotcom #reapingwhathollywoodsows
Their slow bonding feels genuine... rooting for (Simon and Trevor) to succeed becomes infectious, burdened with glorious ambition... a safe space to escape from reality into.
💀 #grmdrpr #moviecryptdotcom #reapingwhathollywoodsows
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"They told us what they were going to do. They published it. They put it on a website. And when it happened, the press was surprised."
Hoo boy, everyone should bookmark this @parkermolloy.com piece & make sure everyone involved in media reads it.
Hoo boy, everyone should bookmark this @parkermolloy.com piece & make sure everyone involved in media reads it.
This is Literally the Job
Political journalists need to stop pretending they don't know what Republicans are going to do.
www.readtpa.com
January 27, 2026 at 9:37 PM
"They told us what they were going to do. They published it. They put it on a website. And when it happened, the press was surprised."
Hoo boy, everyone should bookmark this @parkermolloy.com piece & make sure everyone involved in media reads it.
Hoo boy, everyone should bookmark this @parkermolloy.com piece & make sure everyone involved in media reads it.
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Scientists being purged has never been a good thing for a society.
January 27, 2026 at 12:57 PM
Scientists being purged has never been a good thing for a society.
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Just deleted my TikTok account.
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January 27, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Just deleted my TikTok account.
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DO NOT ACCEPT THE TOS!
You can click through to settings and delete your account WITHOUT accepting the new TOS.
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Sesame Street is now offering tips for parents on post-trauma comfort because the federal government is physically and mentally abusing our country's children.
January 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Sesame Street is now offering tips for parents on post-trauma comfort because the federal government is physically and mentally abusing our country's children.