Kate Ertmann
@katelovesmath.bsky.social
Researcher, explorer, writer, whisperer, and speaker on #MathIRL 💖 - w/ an occasional sprinkle of nascar & mlb.
Long Island’r by birth, Oregonian 4life 🌊🏎️⚾️ #SmashThePatriarchy
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Long Island’r by birth, Oregonian 4life 🌊🏎️⚾️ #SmashThePatriarchy
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Kate Ertmann
@katelovesmath.bsky.social
· Sep 25
What Entropy Can Predict About the Future of Authoritarianism - Dame Magazine
“And now we must act in complete unity, strongly against anyone who is trying to shut down our strength, the unity of our nation!” The crowd of thousands gathered, against the backdrop of a grey sky i...
www.damemagazine.com
I wrote about how to recognize when a regime - yes, even an authoritarian one - is about to slip into a period of vulnerability, for @damemagazine.bsky.social
I mean, 🌈The More You Know ⭐️
I mean, 🌈The More You Know ⭐️
Share a 90s movie that you think deserves more love🎥🖤
November 23, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Share a 90s movie that you think deserves more love🎥🖤
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Why does mashed potatoes get to be an anytime food but it’s weird to eat stuffing in June? These double standards must stop
November 23, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Why does mashed potatoes get to be an anytime food but it’s weird to eat stuffing in June? These double standards must stop
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I used to handle interlibrary loans for a public library. ILL is a magnificent expression of the idea that readers deserve books, and books deserve readers. It’s libraries everywhere pooling their resources for the benefit of everyone.
Killing IMLS could have killed ILL.
This is great news. 📚
Killing IMLS could have killed ILL.
This is great news. 📚
Court permanently blocks Trump's executive order to dismantle federal agency for America's libraries IMLS
librarytechnology.org/pr/31973
librarytechnology.org/pr/31973
Court permanently blocks Trump's executive order to dismantle federal agency for America's libraries
Press Release: Court permanently blocks Trump's executive order to dismantle federal agency for America's libraries. The U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island struck down the Trump Adm...
librarytechnology.org
November 22, 2025 at 3:23 PM
I used to handle interlibrary loans for a public library. ILL is a magnificent expression of the idea that readers deserve books, and books deserve readers. It’s libraries everywhere pooling their resources for the benefit of everyone.
Killing IMLS could have killed ILL.
This is great news. 📚
Killing IMLS could have killed ILL.
This is great news. 📚
🔎👀🧐
Portland Housing Director Helmi Hisserich has resigned after being "asked to step down without notice that my work was unsatisfactory.”
Her resignation letter, shared with OPB, points to a divide between how the city addresses its housing and homelessness crises.
Her resignation letter, shared with OPB, points to a divide between how the city addresses its housing and homelessness crises.
Portland housing director resigns after placed on leave by mayor
Helmi Hisserich, the head of Portland’s housing department, has resigned after abruptly being placed on leave by Mayor Keith Wilson.
www.opb.org
November 21, 2025 at 3:19 PM
🔎👀🧐
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Oregon Democrats have agreed to backfill $7.5 million in lost Planned Parenthood dollars, months after Congress approved a measure blocking access to federal Medicaid funds until at least July 2026.
Oregon agrees to backfill lost Medicaid funds for Planned Parenthood • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon agrees to backfill $7.5 million in lost Planned Parenthood dollars after Congress approved a bill blocking access to Medicaid funds.
buff.ly
November 17, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Oregon Democrats have agreed to backfill $7.5 million in lost Planned Parenthood dollars, months after Congress approved a measure blocking access to federal Medicaid funds until at least July 2026.
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tragic.
PBS NEWS WEEKEND has been cancelled and 34 jobs will be cut at WETA in Washington D.C.
The NEWS HOUR West Coast bureau will also close and the updated daily West Coast broadcast will end.
“We cannot fully compensate for the scope of the federal funding loss.”
current.org/2025/11/weta... #PBS
The NEWS HOUR West Coast bureau will also close and the updated daily West Coast broadcast will end.
“We cannot fully compensate for the scope of the federal funding loss.”
current.org/2025/11/weta... #PBS
WETA to cut staff, cancel ‘PBS News Weekend’ and close News Hour West bureau
The restructuring includes the elimination of 34 positions, following another round of cuts made in September.
current.org
November 16, 2025 at 5:30 AM
tragic.
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those of us laid off from Teen Vogue were really fortunate to complete our fundraising goal — the laid-off staffers at VIBE deserve the same support, as Black media outlets and journalists continue to be targeted and discriminated against in “austerity” measures
It was announced on October 16, 2025 that VIBE was "joining forces" with Rolling Stone. As a result, the majority of VIBE employees were laid off. If you have the means to give, this team could use the support! www.gofundme.com/f/support-vi...
Donate to Support VIBE Staff After Sudden Layoffs, organized by Mya Abraham
It was announced on October 16, 2025 that VIBE was "joining forces" with Rolling S… Mya Abraham needs your support for Support VIBE Staff After Sudden Layoffs
www.gofundme.com
November 15, 2025 at 4:38 PM
those of us laid off from Teen Vogue were really fortunate to complete our fundraising goal — the laid-off staffers at VIBE deserve the same support, as Black media outlets and journalists continue to be targeted and discriminated against in “austerity” measures
One of the best feelings in the world is that moment when you tap that corner ✖️ on the email box.
November 14, 2025 at 5:42 PM
One of the best feelings in the world is that moment when you tap that corner ✖️ on the email box.
A 🤓'ly fascinating article from @quantamagazine.bsky.social on one of my favorite lakes in the world. www.quantamagazine.org/mixing-is-th...
Mixing Is the Heartbeat of Deep Lakes. At Crater Lake, It’s Slowing Down. | Quanta Magazine
The physics of mixing water layers — an interplay of wind, climate and more — makes lakes work. When it stops, impacts can ripple across an ecosystem.
www.quantamagazine.org
November 14, 2025 at 5:36 PM
A 🤓'ly fascinating article from @quantamagazine.bsky.social on one of my favorite lakes in the world. www.quantamagazine.org/mixing-is-th...
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The news about Teen Vogue is terrible, the latest in the long list of corporate-owned media layoffs, closures, and shifting tone and coverage.
There are so many great independent outlets, a list too long but this is a fantastic starter pack. PLEASE pick a few & support them if you're able.
There are so many great independent outlets, a list too long but this is a fantastic starter pack. PLEASE pick a few & support them if you're able.
bsky.app
November 3, 2025 at 11:57 PM
The news about Teen Vogue is terrible, the latest in the long list of corporate-owned media layoffs, closures, and shifting tone and coverage.
There are so many great independent outlets, a list too long but this is a fantastic starter pack. PLEASE pick a few & support them if you're able.
There are so many great independent outlets, a list too long but this is a fantastic starter pack. PLEASE pick a few & support them if you're able.
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They’re calling her Megyn R. Kelly on TikTok
November 14, 2025 at 3:36 PM
They’re calling her Megyn R. Kelly on TikTok
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And so it shall be
And so it was.
November 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM
And so it shall be
co-sign ✍🏽
Hey, you know who would never give cover to fascist pedophiles and then whine when they’re caught doing it?
@damemagazine.bsky.social
Subscribe. Support non-billionaire pedophile media.
@damemagazine.bsky.social
Subscribe. Support non-billionaire pedophile media.
November 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
co-sign ✍🏽
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It is not making me friends, but at this point any time I'm asked about how we navigate our current moment, I'm going to tell them to study the history of (full in the blank) under authoritarianism.
November 13, 2025 at 7:28 PM
It is not making me friends, but at this point any time I'm asked about how we navigate our current moment, I'm going to tell them to study the history of (full in the blank) under authoritarianism.
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On Thursday, Jan 8, mathematical professional societies are joining together on Capitol Hill to meet with congressional offices and communicate the importance of the mathematical sciences! Sign up here: https://jointmathematicsmeetings.org/meetings/national/jmm2026/hill-visits
November 12, 2025 at 5:02 PM
On Thursday, Jan 8, mathematical professional societies are joining together on Capitol Hill to meet with congressional offices and communicate the importance of the mathematical sciences! Sign up here: https://jointmathematicsmeetings.org/meetings/national/jmm2026/hill-visits
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“Females”
Hegseth: "I don't want my son serving alongside troops that are fat and out of shape, or in combat units with females who can't meet the same combat arms physical standards as men in their units."
November 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
“Females”
This from @zeblarson.bsky.social is gooood. It answers the question: Now that our government has muted our national public health officials, what can we, as citizens, do _now_?!?
(cc FYI @cdelawalla.bsky.social)
www.liberalcurrents.com/propaganda-r...
(cc FYI @cdelawalla.bsky.social)
www.liberalcurrents.com/propaganda-r...
Propaganda, Rather than Pandemic Policies, Caused the War on Public Health
The backlash narrative ignores basic facts of the case.
www.liberalcurrents.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:50 PM
This from @zeblarson.bsky.social is gooood. It answers the question: Now that our government has muted our national public health officials, what can we, as citizens, do _now_?!?
(cc FYI @cdelawalla.bsky.social)
www.liberalcurrents.com/propaganda-r...
(cc FYI @cdelawalla.bsky.social)
www.liberalcurrents.com/propaganda-r...
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A state board in Oregon attempting to regulate drug prices has yet to designate specific drugs that pose affordability problems, a potential first step toward regulation. The drug supply chain's opaqueness and complexity have been obstacles, as well as a quirk in state public meeting law.
Oregon board tasked with watchdogging drug prices leaves central goal unfinished
The board has yet to designate specific drugs that pose affordability problems, a potential first step toward regulation. The drug supply chain's opaqueness and complexity have been obstacles, as well as a quirk in state public meeting law
www.streetroots.org
November 8, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A state board in Oregon attempting to regulate drug prices has yet to designate specific drugs that pose affordability problems, a potential first step toward regulation. The drug supply chain's opaqueness and complexity have been obstacles, as well as a quirk in state public meeting law.
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After federal rules nixed their plans to offer food-insecure people a discount, I found three Oregon grocery stores that are using the honor system to help SNAP recipients. My story today: www.oregonlive.com/business/202...
Feds told Oregon grocers they couldn’t offer 10% off to SNAP recipients, so they got creative
The honor system is in place at three Oregon stores, now offering discounts to all who need it.
www.oregonlive.com
November 7, 2025 at 4:19 PM
After federal rules nixed their plans to offer food-insecure people a discount, I found three Oregon grocery stores that are using the honor system to help SNAP recipients. My story today: www.oregonlive.com/business/202...
He’s such a fanboy
Trump greets Orban at the White House, points at him, and says "great leader"
November 7, 2025 at 5:37 PM
He’s such a fanboy
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This one quote from Russell Vought sums it all up.
@propublica.org just did an outstanding piece on how Vought could be the real shadow president and the one consolidating power.
@propublica.org just did an outstanding piece on how Vought could be the real shadow president and the one consolidating power.
November 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM
This one quote from Russell Vought sums it all up.
@propublica.org just did an outstanding piece on how Vought could be the real shadow president and the one consolidating power.
@propublica.org just did an outstanding piece on how Vought could be the real shadow president and the one consolidating power.
NEWS — The Oregon Department of Human Services has issued 100% of November SNAP benefits, per an alert on their website. I've received reports that the funds have already hit recipients' EBT accounts.
www.oregon.gov/odhs/news/Pa...
www.oregon.gov/odhs/news/Pa...
November 7, 2025 at 4:04 PM
For those looking to donate $$$ (or fresh food) I am a big BIG fan of Urban Gleaners. They coordinate the pickup & distribution of excess food from places like restaurants, grocery stores, corporate campuses, etc. #PDX #SNAP
urbangleaners.org/who-we-are/w...
urbangleaners.org/who-we-are/w...
What We Do - Urban Gleaners
At Urban Gleaners we collect delicious, fresh food before it can go to waste. And we get it to people who need it. Pure and simple.
urbangleaners.org
November 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
For those looking to donate $$$ (or fresh food) I am a big BIG fan of Urban Gleaners. They coordinate the pickup & distribution of excess food from places like restaurants, grocery stores, corporate campuses, etc. #PDX #SNAP
urbangleaners.org/who-we-are/w...
urbangleaners.org/who-we-are/w...
A very informative list of local established orgs that provide food assistance in the link within below ⬇️
As the circumstances and impacts of the federal government shutdown unfold, donating money to local food assistance providers continues to be the best way to help.
Visit multco.us/food to find organizations that can use your donation.
Visit multco.us/food to find organizations that can use your donation.
November 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
A very informative list of local established orgs that provide food assistance in the link within below ⬇️
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If ever you’re feeling intimidated or like you don’t have your shit together, remember the password for the security system at the Louvre was, reportedly, “louvre”
abcnews.go.com/Internationa...
abcnews.go.com/Internationa...
Password to Louvre’s video surveillance system was 'Louvre', according to employee
According to an employee with knowledge of the system, the password to the Louvre's video surveillance system was simply "Louvre" at the time of the robbery last month.
abcnews.go.com
November 7, 2025 at 10:34 AM
If ever you’re feeling intimidated or like you don’t have your shit together, remember the password for the security system at the Louvre was, reportedly, “louvre”
abcnews.go.com/Internationa...
abcnews.go.com/Internationa...