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Looking for more info - in perpetuity. Posts are my own, unless I've been hacked. #YIMBY Urbanism (Social Housing In My Back Yard 🙏) He/Him/His
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Newly released photos of Rosa Parks emphasize lesser-known aspects of her legacy. These images, made public for the first time, show Parks a decade after her involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott, 70 years ago this month.
Unseen photos of Rosa Parks return to Montgomery, Alabama, seven decades later
Newly released photos of Rosa Parks emphasize lesser-known aspects of her legacy. These images, made public for the first time, show Parks a decade after her involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott, 70 years ago this month.
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December 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Newly released photos of Rosa Parks emphasize lesser-known aspects of her legacy. These images, made public for the first time, show Parks a decade after her involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott, 70 years ago this month.
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It’s important to remember there are two scandals here:
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
BERMAN: Did you see any evidence of them trying to use a radio in the video you saw?
TOM COTTON: Well I saw lots of evidence of them standing on the boat that had been capsized
BERMAN: That wasn't my question. Did you see any evidence?
COTTON: No, I didn't
TOM COTTON: Well I saw lots of evidence of them standing on the boat that had been capsized
BERMAN: That wasn't my question. Did you see any evidence?
COTTON: No, I didn't
December 7, 2025 at 6:26 PM
It’s important to remember there are two scandals here:
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
1. The Administration has likely committed war crimes.
2. But the entire operation - which now includes two dozen attacks - is illegal. In our democracy, the President CANNOT wage war without the consent of the people.
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“We know that Jesus was born into a Roman imperial occupation, and pretty much immediately becomes a refugee in Egypt,” said The Rev. Michael Woolf, who was violently detained by police outside an ICE building last month. “So we have to ask: what would it be like if Jesus were born here today?”
In Chicago, a Nativity scene features a zip-tied baby Jesus and Roman centurions in "ICE" vests.
Near Boston, Mary, Joseph, and Jesus are absent from a Nativity scene, replaced with a sign reading "ICE was here."
It's all part of growing religious blowback to ICE. religionnews.com/2025/12/05/i...
Near Boston, Mary, Joseph, and Jesus are absent from a Nativity scene, replaced with a sign reading "ICE was here."
It's all part of growing religious blowback to ICE. religionnews.com/2025/12/05/i...
ICE Nativity scenes: Churches reimagine Christmas story amid deportations
(RNS) — 'We know that Jesus was born into a Roman imperial occupation, and pretty much immediately becomes a refugee in Egypt, has to flee and faces political violence,' the Rev. Michael Woolf said.
religionnews.com
December 7, 2025 at 5:54 PM
“We know that Jesus was born into a Roman imperial occupation, and pretty much immediately becomes a refugee in Egypt,” said The Rev. Michael Woolf, who was violently detained by police outside an ICE building last month. “So we have to ask: what would it be like if Jesus were born here today?”
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New SUP in the area. Will help getting to @austinfootballclub.bsky.social games easier on this route ⚽ #atx #bikeatx
December 7, 2025 at 6:08 PM
New SUP in the area. Will help getting to @austinfootballclub.bsky.social games easier on this route ⚽ #atx #bikeatx
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@austinbeerworks.bsky.social Sputnik release.
Bike rack situation and line 5 minutes after general admission opening. #atxbeer
Bike rack situation and line 5 minutes after general admission opening. #atxbeer
December 7, 2025 at 6:06 PM
@austinbeerworks.bsky.social Sputnik release.
Bike rack situation and line 5 minutes after general admission opening. #atxbeer
Bike rack situation and line 5 minutes after general admission opening. #atxbeer
That evil billionaire moved to Austin.
it does feel like an intense societal problem that the founder of palantir, the biggest survellience company, thinks like this
December 7, 2025 at 5:36 PM
That evil billionaire moved to Austin.
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I think it's awesome that the people in power have made it a stated policy to destroy our educational system
University of Oklahoma has removed another professor because they said they would excuse students who wanted to attend the protest against the firing of the FIRST professor (the one who failed the student for the bad essay)
December 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
I think it's awesome that the people in power have made it a stated policy to destroy our educational system
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Strong arguments here.
The real problem is we don't live in a society in which we genuinely plan power production decades in advance.
If we did, both nuclear and renewables would be built faster and cheaper as we wouldn't face the same grid constraints and economies of scale would be much greater.
The real problem is we don't live in a society in which we genuinely plan power production decades in advance.
If we did, both nuclear and renewables would be built faster and cheaper as we wouldn't face the same grid constraints and economies of scale would be much greater.
New from me in @jacobinmag.bsky.social.
It has not always been the case, but there’s definitely now a debate on the left on the topic of nuclear energy. I tried to compose the most compact “case for” on climate, labor, and reliability grounds (as well as answer the questions posed by critics).
It has not always been the case, but there’s definitely now a debate on the left on the topic of nuclear energy. I tried to compose the most compact “case for” on climate, labor, and reliability grounds (as well as answer the questions posed by critics).
The Socialist Case for Nuclear Power
Nuclear energy is still regarded with skepticism. But nuclear power’s critics wildly overstate its dangers, and preserving and expanding this energy source is essential to a just green transition.
jacobin.com
December 7, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Strong arguments here.
The real problem is we don't live in a society in which we genuinely plan power production decades in advance.
If we did, both nuclear and renewables would be built faster and cheaper as we wouldn't face the same grid constraints and economies of scale would be much greater.
The real problem is we don't live in a society in which we genuinely plan power production decades in advance.
If we did, both nuclear and renewables would be built faster and cheaper as we wouldn't face the same grid constraints and economies of scale would be much greater.
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New from me in @jacobinmag.bsky.social.
It has not always been the case, but there’s definitely now a debate on the left on the topic of nuclear energy. I tried to compose the most compact “case for” on climate, labor, and reliability grounds (as well as answer the questions posed by critics).
It has not always been the case, but there’s definitely now a debate on the left on the topic of nuclear energy. I tried to compose the most compact “case for” on climate, labor, and reliability grounds (as well as answer the questions posed by critics).
The Socialist Case for Nuclear Power
Nuclear energy is still regarded with skepticism. But nuclear power’s critics wildly overstate its dangers, and preserving and expanding this energy source is essential to a just green transition.
jacobin.com
December 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
New from me in @jacobinmag.bsky.social.
It has not always been the case, but there’s definitely now a debate on the left on the topic of nuclear energy. I tried to compose the most compact “case for” on climate, labor, and reliability grounds (as well as answer the questions posed by critics).
It has not always been the case, but there’s definitely now a debate on the left on the topic of nuclear energy. I tried to compose the most compact “case for” on climate, labor, and reliability grounds (as well as answer the questions posed by critics).
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abolish the senate
December 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
abolish the senate
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A Palantir billionaire just called for public hangings.
“It's time to bring back masculine leadership to protect our most vulnerable,” writes Joe Lonsdale.
This is where Silicon Valley authoritarianism is heading:
www.thenerdreich.com/joe-lonsdale...
“It's time to bring back masculine leadership to protect our most vulnerable,” writes Joe Lonsdale.
This is where Silicon Valley authoritarianism is heading:
www.thenerdreich.com/joe-lonsdale...
Joe Lonsdale Calls For Public Hangings
Silicon Valley radicalization escalates
www.thenerdreich.com
December 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM
A Palantir billionaire just called for public hangings.
“It's time to bring back masculine leadership to protect our most vulnerable,” writes Joe Lonsdale.
This is where Silicon Valley authoritarianism is heading:
www.thenerdreich.com/joe-lonsdale...
“It's time to bring back masculine leadership to protect our most vulnerable,” writes Joe Lonsdale.
This is where Silicon Valley authoritarianism is heading:
www.thenerdreich.com/joe-lonsdale...
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It's day TWENTY-FIVE of our national ULP strike.
You know our baristas are dedicated when they're running picket lines in these freezing temps. ⛄️ We're ready to keep fighting until Starbucks stops union busting and delivers a fair contract! #NoContractNoCoffee
You know our baristas are dedicated when they're running picket lines in these freezing temps. ⛄️ We're ready to keep fighting until Starbucks stops union busting and delivers a fair contract! #NoContractNoCoffee
December 7, 2025 at 3:33 PM
It's day TWENTY-FIVE of our national ULP strike.
You know our baristas are dedicated when they're running picket lines in these freezing temps. ⛄️ We're ready to keep fighting until Starbucks stops union busting and delivers a fair contract! #NoContractNoCoffee
You know our baristas are dedicated when they're running picket lines in these freezing temps. ⛄️ We're ready to keep fighting until Starbucks stops union busting and delivers a fair contract! #NoContractNoCoffee
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“After they broke up, Ferreira said in court records that Michael Leavitt had in the past threatened to try to get her deported.”
EXCLUSIVE:
Mom of Karoline Leavitt’s nephew rejects White House narrative of her ICE arrest
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
Mom of Karoline Leavitt’s nephew rejects White House narrative of her ICE arrest
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
Mom of Karoline Leavitt’s nephew rejects White House narrative of her ICE arrest
In an interview, Bruna Ferreira, who chose the White House press secretary as her son’s godmother, contested the portrayal of her as a criminal, absentee mom.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 7, 2025 at 3:14 PM
“After they broke up, Ferreira said in court records that Michael Leavitt had in the past threatened to try to get her deported.”
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Who has made this 🤣
December 7, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Who has made this 🤣
👀
NEW: The controversial interim CEO of Planned Parenthood Southeast floated ending in-clinic abortion procedures and spoke of dropping abortion care altogether.
Leader of the affiliate serving Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi remains in her role after an investigation that sources call a "farce."
Leader of the affiliate serving Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi remains in her role after an investigation that sources call a "farce."
Embattled Planned Parenthood Affiliate CEO Wanted to Halt Abortions
Sources level new allegations against Planned Parenthood Southeast interim CEO Mairo Akposé, who remains in her role after an investigation they call a "farce."
www.autonomynews.co
December 7, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Trump can’t even do corruption right.
Trump rages that Henry Cuellar didn’t pay him back for a pardon by switching parties, blasting Cuellar for a “lack of LOYALTY.”
In other words, Trump admits he was trying to use his pardon power to buy Republicans a House seat.
In other words, Trump admits he was trying to use his pardon power to buy Republicans a House seat.
December 7, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Trump can’t even do corruption right.
Great movie to watch after discussing Labor Theory of Value and the Speed-Up.
Now playing (07:50 AM PST):
"Modern Times" (1936)
By Charlie Chaplin
Runtime: 87 min.
"Modern Times" (1936)
By Charlie Chaplin
Runtime: 87 min.
December 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Great movie to watch after discussing Labor Theory of Value and the Speed-Up.
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My teen, who had dreamt of being an astrophysicist, just told me he wants to go to law school because, “Science isn’t going to be a priority in the US in the future…I don’t want a job where I’ll be constantly worried my funding will be taken away.”
Gutting. How many future scientists have we lost?
Gutting. How many future scientists have we lost?
December 7, 2025 at 1:23 AM
My teen, who had dreamt of being an astrophysicist, just told me he wants to go to law school because, “Science isn’t going to be a priority in the US in the future…I don’t want a job where I’ll be constantly worried my funding will be taken away.”
Gutting. How many future scientists have we lost?
Gutting. How many future scientists have we lost?
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The radicalization of Silicon Valley is the subject of my forthcoming book, "The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and The War on Democracy."
It exposes a decades-long campaign to use tech power to overthrow democracy and destroy nations. Pre-order here: www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ne...
It exposes a decades-long campaign to use tech power to overthrow democracy and destroy nations. Pre-order here: www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ne...
The Nerd Reich
A fearless and urgent chronicle of the tech-authoritarian movement from its early days in San Francisco politics to its current moment on the inter...
www.simonandschuster.com
December 6, 2025 at 9:17 PM
The radicalization of Silicon Valley is the subject of my forthcoming book, "The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and The War on Democracy."
It exposes a decades-long campaign to use tech power to overthrow democracy and destroy nations. Pre-order here: www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ne...
It exposes a decades-long campaign to use tech power to overthrow democracy and destroy nations. Pre-order here: www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Ne...
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Railroad workers warn of devastating consequences if Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific merge.
Off the Rails: A Mega-Merger Between Rail Giants Would Be a Disaster for Workers and Communities
Railroad workers warn of devastating consequences if Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific merge.
inthesetimes.com
December 6, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Railroad workers warn of devastating consequences if Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific merge.
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Forty years ago, 90% of media outlets were spread across 50 companies.
Now, just 5 companies control 90% of the media market.
This consolidation hurts consumers and helps oligarchs. 🧵
Now, just 5 companies control 90% of the media market.
This consolidation hurts consumers and helps oligarchs. 🧵
December 5, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Forty years ago, 90% of media outlets were spread across 50 companies.
Now, just 5 companies control 90% of the media market.
This consolidation hurts consumers and helps oligarchs. 🧵
Now, just 5 companies control 90% of the media market.
This consolidation hurts consumers and helps oligarchs. 🧵
This scumbag billionaire has moved to Austin.
A Palantir billionaire just called for public hangings.
“It's time to bring back masculine leadership to protect our most vulnerable,” writes Joe Lonsdale.
This is where Silicon Valley authoritarianism is heading:
www.thenerdreich.com/joe-lonsdale...
“It's time to bring back masculine leadership to protect our most vulnerable,” writes Joe Lonsdale.
This is where Silicon Valley authoritarianism is heading:
www.thenerdreich.com/joe-lonsdale...
Joe Lonsdale Calls For Public Hangings
Silicon Valley radicalization escalates
www.thenerdreich.com
December 6, 2025 at 11:11 PM
This scumbag billionaire has moved to Austin.