James Finn Garner
@jamesfinngarner.bsky.social
Humor monger. PC Bedtime Stories. Rex Koko, Private Clown. Bardball. American Bystander. AHOY Comics. "You can't put a price on money."
Jamesfinngarner.substack.com
Jamesfinngarner.substack.com
Pinned
For the best in clown noir, visit rekoko.com
Reposted by James Finn Garner
"Dogs don't bark at parked cars" is an all-time great line
"My mentor always tells me, 'Kim, dogs don’t bark at parked cars." They’re coming after critical race theory, 1619, intersectionality because these ideas mobilized people. They gave them the language to actually articulate what they were seeing with their own eyes," says Kimberlé Crenshaw.
November 25, 2025 at 4:18 PM
"Dogs don't bark at parked cars" is an all-time great line
Reposted by James Finn Garner
NEWS --> BBC confirms to me that they did edit a line out of historian @rutgerbregman.com's speech. It called Trump "the most openly corrupt president in US history."
BBC also confirms this was done on the advice of lawyers. So Trump's threats worked.
New piece:
newrepublic.com/article/2036...
BBC also confirms this was done on the advice of lawyers. So Trump's threats worked.
New piece:
newrepublic.com/article/2036...
Trump’s Fury at BBC Gets Unnerving Results with Pro-MAGA Edit Stunner
First, British Broadcasting Corporation execs resigned after Trump complained about a segment. Now the BBC edited out a line from a historian that was critical of Trump. Where does this end?
newrepublic.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
NEWS --> BBC confirms to me that they did edit a line out of historian @rutgerbregman.com's speech. It called Trump "the most openly corrupt president in US history."
BBC also confirms this was done on the advice of lawyers. So Trump's threats worked.
New piece:
newrepublic.com/article/2036...
BBC also confirms this was done on the advice of lawyers. So Trump's threats worked.
New piece:
newrepublic.com/article/2036...
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Rep. Maria Salazar hard at work.
November 25, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Rep. Maria Salazar hard at work.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
I wonder how many people are gonna catastrophically fuck up thanksgiving by using chatgpt for their recipes
November 25, 2025 at 4:07 PM
I wonder how many people are gonna catastrophically fuck up thanksgiving by using chatgpt for their recipes
Reposted by James Finn Garner
The depositions from the batshit CBP and ICE officials in Chicago have been unsealed. Here's how Russ Hott denied actually knowing anything about one of the weirder claims they made: that a protestor had ripped someone's beard off.
legacy.www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
legacy.www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
November 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The depositions from the batshit CBP and ICE officials in Chicago have been unsealed. Here's how Russ Hott denied actually knowing anything about one of the weirder claims they made: that a protestor had ripped someone's beard off.
legacy.www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
legacy.www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
Support your local libraries, in every way.
Sometimes I think it’s going to be the librarians who will save us all.
November 25, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Support your local libraries, in every way.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Sometimes I think it’s going to be the librarians who will save us all.
November 25, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Sometimes I think it’s going to be the librarians who will save us all.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
If you like an author's work, the best thing you can do is buy it. The second best thing you can do is ask your local library to buy it. Or, do both!
A reminder that the median book deal for a debut author in the UK is £7000, paid over 12-18 months. (from 2022 Society of Authors report). Some of your favourite writers are struggling. societyofauthors.org/2022/12/06/a....
A profession struggling to sustain itself - The Society of Authors
ALCS report on author incomes shows 60% drop in median incomes since 2006
societyofauthors.org
November 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
If you like an author's work, the best thing you can do is buy it. The second best thing you can do is ask your local library to buy it. Or, do both!
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Wow — Senators Van Hollen, Smith, Murphy, Sanders, Warren, Markey, Merkley, Heinrich have created an official internal "Fight Club."
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
Chuck Schumer Faces Pushback From a ‘Fight Club’ of Senate Democrats
www.nytimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:39 AM
Wow — Senators Van Hollen, Smith, Murphy, Sanders, Warren, Markey, Merkley, Heinrich have created an official internal "Fight Club."
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
They're challenging Schumer & Gillibrand's leadership, arguing the party is using an old, corporate-friendly playbook insufficient to take on Trump or win elections.
Wow. Hope he chokes on something creamy soon.
“You know what sucks? Having customers. Surely we can put an end to that.”
Campbell’s Soup VP mocks ‘poor people’ who buy its food in secret recording
November 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Wow. Hope he chokes on something creamy soon.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Tonight, I was virtually present for an in-person launch event for Read This When Things Fall Apart at Bookwoman in Austin, TX. I was grateful to be in conversation with my bestie Red Schulte (who is also a Read This contributor) and organizer Jenny Espino. Thank you for joining the convo, Austin! ❤️
November 25, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Tonight, I was virtually present for an in-person launch event for Read This When Things Fall Apart at Bookwoman in Austin, TX. I was grateful to be in conversation with my bestie Red Schulte (who is also a Read This contributor) and organizer Jenny Espino. Thank you for joining the convo, Austin! ❤️
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Jesus fucking Christ
“U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood on Monday called conditions inside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview “terrible” and warned that staffing is expected to triple by January at ICE facilities in the Chicago area in anticipation of more immigration enforcement.”
U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood tours Broadview ICE facility and warns deportation blitz isn't over
The Democratic congresswoman said staffing for Chicago area ICE facilities is expected to triple in coming months.
chicago.suntimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Jesus fucking Christ
Reposted by James Finn Garner
DOGE was always a very thinly disguised con to dress up data theft and extraction class destruction of federal corporate oversight as innovative, and it's important to remember that part of the reason it worked so well is that the press helped legitimize it
hey don't be so hard on yourselves; it delivered oceans of sensitive government and citizen data to billionaires
Musk’s DOGE Quietly Killed Off After Delivering Almost Nothing
The agency disbanded eight months ahead of schedule.
www.thedailybeast.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:42 PM
DOGE was always a very thinly disguised con to dress up data theft and extraction class destruction of federal corporate oversight as innovative, and it's important to remember that part of the reason it worked so well is that the press helped legitimize it
Reposted by James Finn Garner
On this day in 1991, the Toronto Argonauts won the Grey Cup. At the time, John Candy was the co-owner of the Argos with Bruce McNall and Wayne Gretzky. Despite this, his name was not added to the Grey Cup until 2007. Only McNall's name was engraved on the trophy initially.
November 24, 2025 at 3:24 PM
On this day in 1991, the Toronto Argonauts won the Grey Cup. At the time, John Candy was the co-owner of the Argos with Bruce McNall and Wayne Gretzky. Despite this, his name was not added to the Grey Cup until 2007. Only McNall's name was engraved on the trophy initially.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
CNBC: My understanding is the White House said that China was gonna buy 12 million tons of soybeans from the US by January. That's approaching and they've only purchased 332,000. China has not confirmed that pledge.
BROOKE ROLLINS: Your point is salient. We've got a significant way to go
BROOKE ROLLINS: Your point is salient. We've got a significant way to go
November 24, 2025 at 1:40 PM
CNBC: My understanding is the White House said that China was gonna buy 12 million tons of soybeans from the US by January. That's approaching and they've only purchased 332,000. China has not confirmed that pledge.
BROOKE ROLLINS: Your point is salient. We've got a significant way to go
BROOKE ROLLINS: Your point is salient. We've got a significant way to go
Reposted by James Finn Garner
I'm gonna keep telling people to read THE WRONG EARTH by @tompeyer.bsky.social and @jamaligle.bsky.social because GEESH, it's a good comic book (especially if you already love comics). @ahoycomicmags.bsky.social
Also, that #FrankMiller guy is one heckuva writer, too.
Also, that #FrankMiller guy is one heckuva writer, too.
November 24, 2025 at 2:32 PM
I'm gonna keep telling people to read THE WRONG EARTH by @tompeyer.bsky.social and @jamaligle.bsky.social because GEESH, it's a good comic book (especially if you already love comics). @ahoycomicmags.bsky.social
Also, that #FrankMiller guy is one heckuva writer, too.
Also, that #FrankMiller guy is one heckuva writer, too.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Oh no. Rest in peace.
Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience in such classics as “Many Rivers to Cross,” “You Can Get it If You Really Want” and “Vietnam” and starred in the landmark movie “The Harder They Come,” has died at 81. https://to.pbs.org/4ptgRug
Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of landmark Jamaican film 'The Harder They Come,' dead at 81
Cliff was nominated for seven Grammys and won twice for best reggae album.
www.pbs.org
November 24, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Oh no. Rest in peace.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
I interview @robertloerzel.bsky.social about his new book, The Uptown: Chicago's Endangered Movie Palace. The Uptown just turned 100, but it's been shuttered since 1981. From silent films to the Grateful Dead, the theater has seen it all.
thirdcoastreview.com/lit/2025/11/...
thirdcoastreview.com/lit/2025/11/...
Interview: Robert Loerzel on <em>The Uptown: Chicago's Endangered Movie Palace</em> | Third Coast Review
Sometimes the biggest things go unnoticed. The Uptown Theater, for example.
thirdcoastreview.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:49 PM
I interview @robertloerzel.bsky.social about his new book, The Uptown: Chicago's Endangered Movie Palace. The Uptown just turned 100, but it's been shuttered since 1981. From silent films to the Grateful Dead, the theater has seen it all.
thirdcoastreview.com/lit/2025/11/...
thirdcoastreview.com/lit/2025/11/...
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Quite wonky #ManholeCoverMonday from #Nyborg @tycjanc.bsky.social @kevinirvine.bsky.social @jamesfinngarner.bsky.social @robertloerzel.bsky.social @oldandslow.bsky.social @ironcovers.bsky.social @jillinois606.bsky.social @jjtindall.bsky.social @jlempieri.bsky.social @willpunctuate.bsky.social
November 24, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Actually looking forward to Friday's game.
November 24, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Actually looking forward to Friday's game.
Reposted by James Finn Garner
Suitable for framing, this manhole cover comes already matted.
North entrance Parque Omar
#manholecovermonday
@robinross.bsky.social
@ironcovers.bsky.social
@kevinirvine.bsky.social @willpunctuate.bsky.social @jamesfinngarner.bsky.social @sparrersway.bsky.social @jillthewheel.bsky.social
North entrance Parque Omar
#manholecovermonday
@robinross.bsky.social
@ironcovers.bsky.social
@kevinirvine.bsky.social @willpunctuate.bsky.social @jamesfinngarner.bsky.social @sparrersway.bsky.social @jillthewheel.bsky.social
November 24, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Suitable for framing, this manhole cover comes already matted.
North entrance Parque Omar
#manholecovermonday
@robinross.bsky.social
@ironcovers.bsky.social
@kevinirvine.bsky.social @willpunctuate.bsky.social @jamesfinngarner.bsky.social @sparrersway.bsky.social @jillthewheel.bsky.social
North entrance Parque Omar
#manholecovermonday
@robinross.bsky.social
@ironcovers.bsky.social
@kevinirvine.bsky.social @willpunctuate.bsky.social @jamesfinngarner.bsky.social @sparrersway.bsky.social @jillthewheel.bsky.social
Reposted by James Finn Garner
My mom said she is not shopping there. (She’s a boomer with no social media.)
Home Depot on defense for their horrific enabling of ICE crimes. That means Ain't Buying It boycott is already working and it's not even Thanksgiving yet!
www.newsweek.com/home-depot-i...
www.newsweek.com/home-depot-i...
Home Depot speaks out about ICE involvement as boycott calls grow
The retailer's premises have become a key target of immigration enforcement activities in recent months.
www.newsweek.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:19 AM
My mom said she is not shopping there. (She’s a boomer with no social media.)
Reposted by James Finn Garner
This is inefficient weaponry.
November 24, 2025 at 1:25 AM
This is inefficient weaponry.