betsy
@kalmn.bsky.social
🏳️🌈, mom, infosec nerd, disabled, Minnesotan, middle aged, pretending my lawn is hip high on purpose.
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we gotta bunch of old white ladies chanting “fuck ice” in somali- we are going to win
December 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
we gotta bunch of old white ladies chanting “fuck ice” in somali- we are going to win
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happy bday writer/disability rights activist Marta Russell, b.1951. “There is no Death with Dignity when people choose to die because health care economics and the social services system prevent life with dignity.”
December 20, 2025 at 6:13 AM
happy bday writer/disability rights activist Marta Russell, b.1951. “There is no Death with Dignity when people choose to die because health care economics and the social services system prevent life with dignity.”
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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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Now, tonight's local urgent needs.
Just one.
Cindy's wishlist for her niece and nephew is finally done; 13 items total, here: www.walmart.com/lists/shared....
Can we clear this tonight? The big items are the kids' tablets; everything else, < $30.
Just one.
Cindy's wishlist for her niece and nephew is finally done; 13 items total, here: www.walmart.com/lists/shared....
Can we clear this tonight? The big items are the kids' tablets; everything else, < $30.
Robot or human?
www.walmart.com
December 20, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Now, tonight's local urgent needs.
Just one.
Cindy's wishlist for her niece and nephew is finally done; 13 items total, here: www.walmart.com/lists/shared....
Can we clear this tonight? The big items are the kids' tablets; everything else, < $30.
Just one.
Cindy's wishlist for her niece and nephew is finally done; 13 items total, here: www.walmart.com/lists/shared....
Can we clear this tonight? The big items are the kids' tablets; everything else, < $30.
Who has access to the data full version right now? Am I remembering correctly that the House does?
Breaking:
Rep. Ro Khanna says the Trump DOJ's production "does not comply with" the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Khanna says he and Rep. Thomas Massie "are exploring all options" — including impeachment of DOJ officials, inherent contempt, or referring individuals for obstruction of justice.
Rep. Ro Khanna says the Trump DOJ's production "does not comply with" the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Khanna says he and Rep. Thomas Massie "are exploring all options" — including impeachment of DOJ officials, inherent contempt, or referring individuals for obstruction of justice.
December 20, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Who has access to the data full version right now? Am I remembering correctly that the House does?
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Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend. (also: you are important and are not alone 🧡)
December 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend. (also: you are important and are not alone 🧡)
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cismen don't joke about hitting you
that's a threat baby
run
that's a threat baby
run
December 18, 2025 at 2:14 AM
cismen don't joke about hitting you
that's a threat baby
run
that's a threat baby
run
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NEW: House Oversight Democrats just released more photos obtained from the Epstein estate. tinyurl.com/mryzxwzj
One of the photos:
One of the photos:
December 18, 2025 at 11:05 PM
NEW: House Oversight Democrats just released more photos obtained from the Epstein estate. tinyurl.com/mryzxwzj
One of the photos:
One of the photos:
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national buy-back scheme for firearms to "get more guns off our streets" following the Bondi Beach shooting. https://cnn.it/3MHXqjj
December 19, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national buy-back scheme for firearms to "get more guns off our streets" following the Bondi Beach shooting. https://cnn.it/3MHXqjj
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CAMP FOR QUEER AND TRANS KIDS
you know exactly how and why this is important now
you know exactly how and why this is important now
@theradr.bsky.social I was going to send out the EOY appeal for scholarship funding for Camp Indigo Point today but I’m caught up trying to line up care for my daughter before the rules go into effect. Can you spare another shout out? 💕
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December 18, 2025 at 9:25 PM
CAMP FOR QUEER AND TRANS KIDS
you know exactly how and why this is important now
you know exactly how and why this is important now
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We've got a winter solstice: service of remembrance coming up 12/20 at the funeral home. A rad human that was to do a short 10/15 minute grief share / meditation / story had to step back with a death in their fam. Our musician also had a loss in community, & had to step back. Respect.
Now we shift.
Now we shift.
December 18, 2025 at 2:37 AM
We've got a winter solstice: service of remembrance coming up 12/20 at the funeral home. A rad human that was to do a short 10/15 minute grief share / meditation / story had to step back with a death in their fam. Our musician also had a loss in community, & had to step back. Respect.
Now we shift.
Now we shift.
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I'm sure there are some musicians and other folks in #Minneapolis #StPaul who would be available on the #Solstice who could maybe step in to help this wonderful event. #Rememberance
We've got a winter solstice: service of remembrance coming up 12/20 at the funeral home. A rad human that was to do a short 10/15 minute grief share / meditation / story had to step back with a death in their fam. Our musician also had a loss in community, & had to step back. Respect.
Now we shift.
Now we shift.
December 18, 2025 at 2:47 AM
I'm sure there are some musicians and other folks in #Minneapolis #StPaul who would be available on the #Solstice who could maybe step in to help this wonderful event. #Rememberance
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ESET's H2 2025 Threat Report unveils a surge in targeted ransomware attacks exploiting vulnerabilities like Log4j. Cybersecurity experts stress the importance of timely patch management and network segmentation.
December 17, 2025 at 8:14 AM
ESET's H2 2025 Threat Report unveils a surge in targeted ransomware attacks exploiting vulnerabilities like Log4j. Cybersecurity experts stress the importance of timely patch management and network segmentation.
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A lot of people are sick right now.
Flu and Covid are raging, but the good news is a well fitted respirator can prevent both!
A good mask like an N95 is very effective at stopping flu and Covid.
My article looks at how to choose one, how to fit test, where to buy & more.
Mask up & save lives!
Flu and Covid are raging, but the good news is a well fitted respirator can prevent both!
A good mask like an N95 is very effective at stopping flu and Covid.
My article looks at how to choose one, how to fit test, where to buy & more.
Mask up & save lives!
We’re Witnessing the Fall of Public Health… and Your Best Tool is a Mask
Measles in Texas, bird flu in Louisiana, tuberculosis in Kansas and Covid everywhere. Public health has been dying a slow death for years, we can’t count on it anymore. What can we count on? A mask!
www.disabledginger.com
December 17, 2025 at 5:39 AM
A lot of people are sick right now.
Flu and Covid are raging, but the good news is a well fitted respirator can prevent both!
A good mask like an N95 is very effective at stopping flu and Covid.
My article looks at how to choose one, how to fit test, where to buy & more.
Mask up & save lives!
Flu and Covid are raging, but the good news is a well fitted respirator can prevent both!
A good mask like an N95 is very effective at stopping flu and Covid.
My article looks at how to choose one, how to fit test, where to buy & more.
Mask up & save lives!
I need to stop saying things are going well.
December 17, 2025 at 6:12 AM
I need to stop saying things are going well.
It has been two whole minutes, I have not moved, and I am still mad.
December 16, 2025 at 7:09 PM
It has been two whole minutes, I have not moved, and I am still mad.
Where can I buy things that hold cables like this only smaller and cute?
December 16, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Where can I buy things that hold cables like this only smaller and cute?
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Things that I expected would happen are happening, and I am mad mad mad mad mad. Going to take a shower, put my big girl pants on, and figure out how to work around as many of them as I can. And eat lunch. Also gonna eat lunch. While mad.
December 16, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Things that I expected would happen are happening, and I am mad mad mad mad mad. Going to take a shower, put my big girl pants on, and figure out how to work around as many of them as I can. And eat lunch. Also gonna eat lunch. While mad.
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In case it’s still unclear how mainstreamed Islamophobia has become, here’s a sitting Republican congressman from Florida calling for all Muslims to be “kicked out of America” and saying “diversity is suicidal”
December 16, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In case it’s still unclear how mainstreamed Islamophobia has become, here’s a sitting Republican congressman from Florida calling for all Muslims to be “kicked out of America” and saying “diversity is suicidal”
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if you were thinking about doing a "reply with your small business so we can get christmas presents from people in our social media community!" post you should focus on digital products and gift cards at this point
December 16, 2025 at 2:44 PM
if you were thinking about doing a "reply with your small business so we can get christmas presents from people in our social media community!" post you should focus on digital products and gift cards at this point
If it doesn’t also discriminate on gender, I will eat my hat.
Did you know that Workday is being sued because an AI tool they sell for hiring actually discriminates against marginalized people?
This is my shocked face.
This is my shocked face.
AI Bias Lawsuit Against Workday Reaches Next Stage as Court Grants Conditional Certification of ADEA Claim
A closely watched class and collective action against the HR management services company Workday, Inc. reached a new milestone recently, when the Northern
www.lawandtheworkplace.com
December 16, 2025 at 2:50 PM
If it doesn’t also discriminate on gender, I will eat my hat.
And repeat calls to the help desk. (The first call, you can skip the previous ticket number.)
This also applies to warranty claims.
Dear Friends,
When reaching out to Customer Service of any organization regarding problems with an order of any kind, you should really:
1) Give an order number if one was provided
2) Confirm the email address you used to contact CS is the one you used for the order.
3) State the problem clearly.
When reaching out to Customer Service of any organization regarding problems with an order of any kind, you should really:
1) Give an order number if one was provided
2) Confirm the email address you used to contact CS is the one you used for the order.
3) State the problem clearly.
December 16, 2025 at 2:46 PM
And repeat calls to the help desk. (The first call, you can skip the previous ticket number.)
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I want to make dish cloths. Anyone have an easy pattern they like? I need something to do with my hands during meetings.
December 15, 2025 at 2:19 AM
I want to make dish cloths. Anyone have an easy pattern they like? I need something to do with my hands during meetings.