Tim Erickson
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Tim Erickson
@stpaultim.bsky.social
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I've recently become a fan of the Minnesota Lynx (WNBA) and Timberwolves (NBA) and have been posting about it.
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"There will be times when the struggle seems impossible. I know this already. Alone, unsure, dwarfed by the scale of the enemy. Remember this: Freedom is a pure idea. It occurs spontaneously and without instruction."

Nemik's Manifesto, Andor
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💬 0  🔁 191  ❤️ 344 · Nemik’s manifesto. There will be times when the struggle seems impossible. I know this already. Alone, unsure, dwarfed by the scale of the enemy. Remember this: Freedom is a p…
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This is the Task Master interview I've been waiting for.
No Comedian Is Prepared to Be on Taskmaster | Good One Podcast
This week on 'Good One', Greg Davies and Alex Horne join us for a conversation about YouTube's biggest British comedy show 'Taskmaster'. 00:00 Intro 01:58 The funniest thing that happened this…
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February 13, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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The Bangladeshi Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, claimed victory Friday in the first elections held since the previous government was toppled in a student-led revolution in 2024. n.pr/4rgSK3n
A historic election in Bangladesh brings BNP to power. What to know about its leader
The Bangladeshi Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, claimed victory Friday in the first elections held since the previous government was toppled in a student-led revolution in 2024.
n.pr
February 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM
I think that most Minnesotans understand:

1) That ending the ICE surge does not end ICE presence or activity in Minnesota. It just goes back to pre-surge levels.

2) That the surge is just moving elsewhere in USA to disrupt other communities.

3) This is not over.
February 12, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Backdrop CMS is live on Youtube talking about Search.

"How to help users find content in Backdrop CMS"

www.youtube.com/live/Ya79Nrh...
User Group Meeting (2026/02/12)
YouTube video by Backdrop CMS
www.youtube.com
February 12, 2026 at 8:10 PM
"As many as 1,400 people were killed during 2024's weekslong anti-government protests, most at the hands of security forces, according to the UN."

Today Bangladesh is having their first election since that violence.

www.bbc.com/news/live/cd...
Bangladesh election: First poll since Sheikh Hasina ouster pits Jamaat-e-Islami against BNP
The Bangladesh election is the first poll since Sheikh Hasina was ousted in protests and pits Jamaat-e-Islami against the BNP.
www.bbc.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:06 AM
Many of the worst dictatorships in history were born from leftist ideology.

I hope we can keep that in mind as we try to dig ourselves out of this mess we are in and that we are thoughtful and cautious about what comes next.
February 11, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Supposedly this video has 180K views, which can't be correct. I must have watched it close to 100k times myself.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Vlg...
"Kidney Now" Song | 30 Rock
YouTube video by 30 Rock Official
www.youtube.com
February 11, 2026 at 11:34 PM
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This is the aftermath of an ICE kidnapping a few blocks from my home in St. Paul—an hour ago. A quiet street full of broken glass and at least three wrecked cars. The target of the kidnapping was taken away by ambulance. He was on a stretcher and covered by a sheet, though a cop said he was alive.
February 11, 2026 at 4:46 PM
I heard threats of blanket retribution coming from one ICE opponent today that are as terrifying to me as what I'm seeing from ICE and DHS.

I hope we can do better than that.
February 11, 2026 at 5:07 PM
I work with a team of talented developers in Bangladesh and will be thinking of them today as the head into this election. Hoping that things go better for their country as a result of this election.

Two years ago they were on extended lock-down, internet shut off, and violence in the streets.
More than 120 million people in Bangladesh are expected to vote on Thursday to pick a new leader. It’s the first national election since a student revolution in the summer of 2024 toppled the previous prime minister, Sheikh Hasina. Here's what to know: nyti.ms/4akdjG9
February 11, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Just for the record, I didn't know that Canada was treating the US so unfairly!

Are they really?
February 10, 2026 at 3:08 AM
The halftime show was "different/interesting". I didn't understand it and I didn't especially connect with the music.

But, I enjoy seeing new things and stretching myself. I was certainly not offended in any way.

If it irritated a few closed minded folks, that's a plus.
February 9, 2026 at 3:22 AM
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"What the president of the United States did today with Obama and Michelle Obama and just uh how deplorable and racist this is as a distraction tactic."

Dan LeBatard and team has a political rant today.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXvd...
What's Happening in America Right Now Cannot Continue
YouTube video by LeBatardShow
www.youtube.com
February 8, 2026 at 12:00 AM
I tried watching Star Trek Discovery (seasons 1-3) in advance of watching Star Trek Starfleet Academy.

Discovery is just bad. I'm very surprised this lasted 5 seasons.
February 7, 2026 at 11:48 PM
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Rest in peace Renee Good. Thank you for supporting our immigrant neighbors. You’ll always be our hero. 🕊️ 💜
February 7, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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Haven't seen any #WNBA contract updates lately, so I looked it up.

www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...

Seems that the league just put forward it's latest offer.

"This ended a more than six-week wait from the players association for a counter to its last offer."

#Lynx
WNBA submits latest CBA proposal to players, source says
The WNBA submitted its latest CBA proposal to the union Friday, a source told ESPN, ending a more than six-week wait from the players association for a counter to its last offer.
www.espn.com
February 7, 2026 at 10:11 PM
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Minnesota United preseason games begin on Saturday
watch all games on mnufc.com

-Sat Feb 7
Loons v Sporting Kansas City 3:30 CT
-Wed Feb 11
Loons v DC United 2:30 CT
-Sat Feb 14
Loons v Charlotte 12 CT
February 5, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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The books felt like this, too. They’re like a kids’ book version of the original series, with more straightforward morality and two clear good guys in Dunk and Egg. Loved em!
A little surprised by how much I’m enjoying the new Game of Thrones show (Knight of the Seven Kingdoms). It’s….adorable?
February 7, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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The big trade hasn't kicked in yet. Starting on Sunday everything will be better.
February 7, 2026 at 3:54 AM
Can I manage two different accounts with the official Bluesky android phone app?

Not seeing how right now?
February 7, 2026 at 12:34 AM
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I created a new account for chatting about the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx.

I don't like mixing my despair about current politics with my use of sports as a distraction.

@stpaultim.bsky.social
is where I'll talk about current events and opensource software.

#NBA #WNBA #Timberwolves #Lynx
February 7, 2026 at 12:16 AM
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As much excitement as there was for a potential Giannis trade, there was a lot of nervousness, too, at the prospects of saying goodbye to some valued players.

Jaden is staying. Naz is staying. Julius is staying. Rudy is staying. Nothing ever got close with MLW. Wolves march on.
February 5, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Happy end of NBA trade speculation and rumors day, to all who celebrate.
February 6, 2026 at 12:25 AM
It's weird watching the Timberwolves tonight, knowing that some of the players might be playing their final game on the team.
February 5, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Some people seem to love speculating and discussing possible trades for the home team.

Not, me. I find this stressful. Can't wait for trade deadline to pass.

#Timberwolves
February 4, 2026 at 7:04 PM