Sharon
@sharonmc.bsky.social
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Sharon
@sharonmc.bsky.social
· Sep 26
Where do I sign up to register as antifascist? Is there a website or something?
Asking for myself and the last surviving WWII vets.
Asking for myself and the last surviving WWII vets.
“I would launch a crypto scam right now, because there’s no cops on the beat.”
Yesterday our Nick Devor wrote that the CFTC was down to its last enforcement attorney in its influential Chicago office.
That last attorney has now also resigned, Nick reports.
www.barrons.com/articles/pre...
That last attorney has now also resigned, Nick reports.
www.barrons.com/articles/pre...
February 10, 2026 at 6:31 PM
“I would launch a crypto scam right now, because there’s no cops on the beat.”
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this is incredibly frustrating. By framing this as a policy demand Dems are aiding a disinformation campaign that is intended to confuse the public about what is constitutionally required.
This is literally what CURRENT LAW requires. It’s in the Constitution! www.politico.com/news/2026/02...
February 10, 2026 at 2:11 PM
this is incredibly frustrating. By framing this as a policy demand Dems are aiding a disinformation campaign that is intended to confuse the public about what is constitutionally required.
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If you swap Islam out to a different religion and think about how outraged that group and folks would be if what was said about Muslims was said about them... it is pretty clear what this is about.
Without a Border ‘Invasion,’ Texas G.O.P. Turns to an Old Enemy, Islam
www.nytimes.com
February 10, 2026 at 1:50 PM
If you swap Islam out to a different religion and think about how outraged that group and folks would be if what was said about Muslims was said about them... it is pretty clear what this is about.
“This concession should concern everyone. A threat to anyone’s constitutional rights is a
threat to us all. Today, immigrants are being detained without due process. Tomorrow, under
the Government’s interpretation of the law, American citizens could be subject to the same
treatment.”
threat to us all. Today, immigrants are being detained without due process. Tomorrow, under
the Government’s interpretation of the law, American citizens could be subject to the same
treatment.”
BONUS RULING: Judge Thomas Johnston, a George W. Bush appoiintee in West Virginia, used a recent ruling to warn of the dangers of defying due process for immigrants because of what it could also mean for Americans. It's worth a read.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
February 10, 2026 at 1:47 PM
“This concession should concern everyone. A threat to anyone’s constitutional rights is a
threat to us all. Today, immigrants are being detained without due process. Tomorrow, under
the Government’s interpretation of the law, American citizens could be subject to the same
treatment.”
threat to us all. Today, immigrants are being detained without due process. Tomorrow, under
the Government’s interpretation of the law, American citizens could be subject to the same
treatment.”
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Our institutions are distressingly fragile if a judge has to provide basic civics lessons about why the law matters, but this is still worth a read.
BONUS RULING: Judge Thomas Johnston, a George W. Bush appoiintee in West Virginia, used a recent ruling to warn of the dangers of defying due process for immigrants because of what it could also mean for Americans. It's worth a read.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
February 10, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Our institutions are distressingly fragile if a judge has to provide basic civics lessons about why the law matters, but this is still worth a read.
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It will surprise y’all to hear that there are no “Muslims taking over the state” and there is no “sharia law” in Texas that threatens anyone.
This is genuinely disgusting.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/u...
This is genuinely disgusting.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/u...
February 10, 2026 at 1:09 PM
It will surprise y’all to hear that there are no “Muslims taking over the state” and there is no “sharia law” in Texas that threatens anyone.
This is genuinely disgusting.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/u...
This is genuinely disgusting.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/10/u...
F*ck the person who takes you out for a fancy expensive Valentine’s dinner, kill the one who ignores or forgets about it, and marry the one who takes you to Waffle House.
February 10, 2026 at 1:37 PM
F*ck the person who takes you out for a fancy expensive Valentine’s dinner, kill the one who ignores or forgets about it, and marry the one who takes you to Waffle House.
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I'll keep saying it: it is in this administration's and DHS's own best interests to notice that a simple "Abolish ICE" is moving past being the *moderate* possible outcome to the *kindest* one
February 10, 2026 at 2:05 AM
I'll keep saying it: it is in this administration's and DHS's own best interests to notice that a simple "Abolish ICE" is moving past being the *moderate* possible outcome to the *kindest* one
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RFK, Jr. says a Harvard researcher cured schizophrenia by feeding his patient a meat-heavy keto diet. The Harvard researcher says he did not. For busy schizophrenic lovers of beef tallow, it can be hard to know who to trust.
February 10, 2026 at 2:59 AM
RFK, Jr. says a Harvard researcher cured schizophrenia by feeding his patient a meat-heavy keto diet. The Harvard researcher says he did not. For busy schizophrenic lovers of beef tallow, it can be hard to know who to trust.
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I think we can officially declare Evangelism no longer Christianity, no matter what they may claim
NEW: White evangelical support for Trump
69% approve his job performance
58% support all of most of his policies
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2026/02/09/white-evangelicals-remain-among-trumps-strongest-supporters-but-theyre-less-supportive-than-a-year-ago/
69% approve his job performance
58% support all of most of his policies
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2026/02/09/white-evangelicals-remain-among-trumps-strongest-supporters-but-theyre-less-supportive-than-a-year-ago/
White evangelicals remain among Trump’s strongest supporters, but they're less supportive than a year ago
There has been an 8-percentage point drop since early 2025 in the share of White evangelicals who support all or most of Trump’s plans and policies.
www.pewresearch.org
February 9, 2026 at 8:08 PM
I think we can officially declare Evangelism no longer Christianity, no matter what they may claim
For anyone arguing about whether the U.S. has descended into fascism.
Totalitarianism in Europe, 1918-1945: Pt. 3
Mussolini and the Invention of Fascism
open.substack.com
February 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM
For anyone arguing about whether the U.S. has descended into fascism.
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Just unbelievable. Everyone involved in planning and executing this horrendous deportation machine needs to go to prison.
And here is my story: ‘Absolute hell’: Irishman with valid US work permit held by Ice since September
www.irishtimes.com/world/us/202...
www.irishtimes.com/world/us/202...
‘Absolute hell’: Irishman with valid US work permit held by Ice since September
Seamus Culleton has been in a detention facility in Texas for nearly five months despite having no criminal record
www.irishtimes.com
February 9, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Just unbelievable. Everyone involved in planning and executing this horrendous deportation machine needs to go to prison.
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Bears legend. Decent person too.
Sadly it’s so rare these days.
Sadly it’s so rare these days.
Former NFL star Charles Tillman says he walked away from his FBI career after refusing to take part in an immigration operation he couldn’t stand behind.
“I want to be on the right side of history when it’s all said and done,” Tillman said
Read the full story: www.theqgentleman.com/post/2026-02...
“I want to be on the right side of history when it’s all said and done,” Tillman said
Read the full story: www.theqgentleman.com/post/2026-02...
February 6, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Bears legend. Decent person too.
Sadly it’s so rare these days.
Sadly it’s so rare these days.
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No joke: I got angry hate mail today for writing an obituary of a Black woman scientist—because the person felt she did didn’t deserve the recognition.
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Gladys Mae West obituary: mathematician who pioneered GPS technology
She made key contributions to US cold-war science despite facing huge barriers as a Black woman.
www.nature.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:09 AM
No joke: I got angry hate mail today for writing an obituary of a Black woman scientist—because the person felt she did didn’t deserve the recognition.
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Which just makes me want to share it again: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Signatures needed! Petition in support of Women’s and Gender Studies at TexasA&M University.
Signatures needed! Petition in support of Women’s and Gender Studies at TexasA&M University.
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
Defend Academic Freedom at Texas A&M: Save Women’s and Gender Studies!
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February 6, 2026 at 12:34 PM
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Signatures needed! Petition in support of Women’s and Gender Studies at TexasA&M University.
Signatures needed! Petition in support of Women’s and Gender Studies at TexasA&M University.
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Death Camp For Cutie over here
February 6, 2026 at 4:27 AM
Death Camp For Cutie over here
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It sucks that everything that used to be good is circling the drain, but at least Dave makes even the shitty news entertaining.
February 4, 2026 at 10:51 PM
It sucks that everything that used to be good is circling the drain, but at least Dave makes even the shitty news entertaining.
Aside from the economic impact to the ski resorts, I saw a post by @coweatherman.bsky.social
that he’s worried about fire season if you don’t get some snow and spring rain. Fingers crossed.
that he’s worried about fire season if you don’t get some snow and spring rain. Fingers crossed.
February 5, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Aside from the economic impact to the ski resorts, I saw a post by @coweatherman.bsky.social
that he’s worried about fire season if you don’t get some snow and spring rain. Fingers crossed.
that he’s worried about fire season if you don’t get some snow and spring rain. Fingers crossed.
Enjoying the fall foliage and leaf drop on this gorgeous <checks notes> February afternoon.
February 5, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Enjoying the fall foliage and leaf drop on this gorgeous <checks notes> February afternoon.
Houston really does have the grooviest meteorologists 🪩
@spacecitywx.bsky.social
@spacecitywx.bsky.social
Houston’s weather forecast: That 70s edition
In brief: Our forecast is fairly straightforward for the next 10 days, with most every day having high temperatures in the 70s. So we’re having a little fun today by paying homage to the musi…
spacecityweather.com
February 5, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Houston really does have the grooviest meteorologists 🪩
@spacecitywx.bsky.social
@spacecitywx.bsky.social
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The ending is extra adorable
Here’s an experiment for y’all with the kiddos. Always science
February 4, 2026 at 9:30 PM
The ending is extra adorable
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this is a real-life bat signal....
@wyden.senate.gov's record of warning that there is deep and constitutionally-serious dirt being done by the intelligence agencies in secret is unblemished. The vaguer he is, the filthier the dirt is. This is the vaguest I've ever seen him
Ron Wyden Only Talks Like This When The Spies Do Something *Real* Bad
No, I don't know what they did. But I have a lot of experience with the senator
www.forever-wars.com
February 5, 2026 at 5:24 PM
this is a real-life bat signal....
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Read Chris's write-up, but be sure to click the link in his text to the *court transcript*. It is 😳🤯
As the judge noted early in the proceeding, "Volume, that is, the volume of cases and matters, is not a justification for diluting constitutional rights and it never can be." 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
As the judge noted early in the proceeding, "Volume, that is, the volume of cases and matters, is not a justification for diluting constitutional rights and it never can be." 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
NEW: The unfathomable Minnesota transcript that must be read, as it tells the reality of America today.
"I am not white, as you can see," Julie Le — a government lawyer — told a federal judge on Tuesday. "And my family's at risk as any other people that might get picked up too ..."
Law Dork:
"I am not white, as you can see," Julie Le — a government lawyer — told a federal judge on Tuesday. "And my family's at risk as any other people that might get picked up too ..."
Law Dork:
The unfathomable Minnesota transcript that must be read, as it tells the reality of America today
"I am not white, as you can see," Julie Le — a government lawyer — told a federal judge on Tuesday. "And my family's at risk as any other people that might get picked up too ..."
www.lawdork.com
February 5, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Read Chris's write-up, but be sure to click the link in his text to the *court transcript*. It is 😳🤯
As the judge noted early in the proceeding, "Volume, that is, the volume of cases and matters, is not a justification for diluting constitutional rights and it never can be." 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
As the judge noted early in the proceeding, "Volume, that is, the volume of cases and matters, is not a justification for diluting constitutional rights and it never can be." 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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I just read the declaration that Kira Kelley asked J. Blackwell to consider.
This immigrant describes being
-unlawfully arrested
-taken from one overcrowded & filthy prison to another over 19 days
-held incommunicado
& ICE never telling him a court ordered his release
He describes an American gulag
This immigrant describes being
-unlawfully arrested
-taken from one overcrowded & filthy prison to another over 19 days
-held incommunicado
& ICE never telling him a court ordered his release
He describes an American gulag
February 5, 2026 at 5:52 AM
I just read the declaration that Kira Kelley asked J. Blackwell to consider.
This immigrant describes being
-unlawfully arrested
-taken from one overcrowded & filthy prison to another over 19 days
-held incommunicado
& ICE never telling him a court ordered his release
He describes an American gulag
This immigrant describes being
-unlawfully arrested
-taken from one overcrowded & filthy prison to another over 19 days
-held incommunicado
& ICE never telling him a court ordered his release
He describes an American gulag
👀
The CIA is up to something and Ron Wyden, an Oregon Democrat who is the longest serving member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, doesn't like it but can't tell us about it.
February 5, 2026 at 12:03 AM
👀