The Febrile Muse
@cmdoran.bsky.social
Mainly retired PharmD/writer w/34y exp.Infect Diseases. Portrayal of ID in arts/literature.Passionate abt sci literacy and politics. PersonalAcct, boost means I find your post either fun or thought provoking.
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the Delaware-based company that founded this experimental town in 2017 has raised $120 million in investments — including from venture-capital funds backed by the Silicon Valley billionaires Peter Thiel, Sam Altman and Marc Andreessen — to transform the territory...
November 29, 2025 at 6:58 PM
the Delaware-based company that founded this experimental town in 2017 has raised $120 million in investments — including from venture-capital funds backed by the Silicon Valley billionaires Peter Thiel, Sam Altman and Marc Andreessen — to transform the territory...
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Wait so there are Peter Thiel-backed landlocked seasteading libertarian cities that the current Honduras govt wants to get rid of that Roger Stone has been advocating for that JOH also supports? And Stone has also been advocating for JOH 's pardon?
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/m...
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/m...
The For-Profit City That Might Come Crashing Down (Published 2024)
www.nytimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Wait so there are Peter Thiel-backed landlocked seasteading libertarian cities that the current Honduras govt wants to get rid of that Roger Stone has been advocating for that JOH also supports? And Stone has also been advocating for JOH 's pardon?
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/m...
www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/m...
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National public health “leadership” (hi RFK Jr 🙄) keeps poisoning public health with lies.
Vaccines prevent needless childhood deaths.
No baby in America should be dying of whooping cough — not when we have safe, effective vaccines literally ready to go.
This is a national tragedy
Vaccines prevent needless childhood deaths.
No baby in America should be dying of whooping cough — not when we have safe, effective vaccines literally ready to go.
This is a national tragedy
Third unvaccinated Kentucky baby dies of whooping cough • Kentucky Lantern
A third unvaccinated infant in Kentucky has died of pertussis as public health officials urge Kentuckians to get vaccinated against the disease.
kentuckylantern.com
November 29, 2025 at 11:10 PM
National public health “leadership” (hi RFK Jr 🙄) keeps poisoning public health with lies.
Vaccines prevent needless childhood deaths.
No baby in America should be dying of whooping cough — not when we have safe, effective vaccines literally ready to go.
This is a national tragedy
Vaccines prevent needless childhood deaths.
No baby in America should be dying of whooping cough — not when we have safe, effective vaccines literally ready to go.
This is a national tragedy
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The nazi saluting quisling brought his sink and sunk the once mighty proud bird. Everything he touches sinks or explodes.
Wealth does not make one immortal.
History will not be kind.
#Pinks #ProudBlue #Voices4Victory
Wealth does not make one immortal.
History will not be kind.
#Pinks #ProudBlue #Voices4Victory
November 29, 2025 at 11:22 PM
The nazi saluting quisling brought his sink and sunk the once mighty proud bird. Everything he touches sinks or explodes.
Wealth does not make one immortal.
History will not be kind.
#Pinks #ProudBlue #Voices4Victory
Wealth does not make one immortal.
History will not be kind.
#Pinks #ProudBlue #Voices4Victory
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Because the Trump regime has refused to keep their crimes against humanity internal to America, they’re going to face consequences for their actions. Even if American voters fail to hold them accountable the rest of the world that they’ve pissed off can.
November 29, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Because the Trump regime has refused to keep their crimes against humanity internal to America, they’re going to face consequences for their actions. Even if American voters fail to hold them accountable the rest of the world that they’ve pissed off can.
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“For 4 years, Ukraine has been fighting for the whole of Europe. NATO was created to fight one war … to save free Europe from Russian aggression. Ukraine is the only country that is fighting this war, and we are still discussing should we include them or not.”
- Garry Kasparov
- Garry Kasparov
November 29, 2025 at 3:19 AM
“For 4 years, Ukraine has been fighting for the whole of Europe. NATO was created to fight one war … to save free Europe from Russian aggression. Ukraine is the only country that is fighting this war, and we are still discussing should we include them or not.”
- Garry Kasparov
- Garry Kasparov
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Donald Trump hates me, and the feeling is mutual.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
Trump Sued Me. I Fought and Won.
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 29, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Donald Trump hates me, and the feeling is mutual.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
I believe he is a criminal and an authoritarian who is trying to destroy our democracy and the rule of law. I spend a considerable amount of my time fighting against him and his enablers in court and in public discourse.
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The House and Senate are both investigating Pete’s war crimes
November 30, 2025 at 12:28 AM
The House and Senate are both investigating Pete’s war crimes
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“If you can’t afford to pay double for your health care, you can’t afford Matt Van Epps.”
As desperate Republicans attack @aftynbehn.bsky.social on TV constantly, here’s one that accurately hits Van Epps for Trump Republicans spiking costs. #TN7
As desperate Republicans attack @aftynbehn.bsky.social on TV constantly, here’s one that accurately hits Van Epps for Trump Republicans spiking costs. #TN7
November 30, 2025 at 12:34 AM
“If you can’t afford to pay double for your health care, you can’t afford Matt Van Epps.”
As desperate Republicans attack @aftynbehn.bsky.social on TV constantly, here’s one that accurately hits Van Epps for Trump Republicans spiking costs. #TN7
As desperate Republicans attack @aftynbehn.bsky.social on TV constantly, here’s one that accurately hits Van Epps for Trump Republicans spiking costs. #TN7
ImprisonTrump now. No war!
Trump just declared Venezuelan airspace “closed” and is now teasing strikes “very soon.” This isn’t foreign policy it’s a countdown to another reckless war.
Buckle up: he’s itching to light a match in Venezuela to look “strong”!
#EpsteinDistraction
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
apple.news/AAs-Q-DewQzS...
Buckle up: he’s itching to light a match in Venezuela to look “strong”!
#EpsteinDistraction
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
apple.news/AAs-Q-DewQzS...
Trump Says Airspace Above Venezuela ‘Closed in Its Entirety’ — TIME
The announcement comes days after Trump said the U.S. would launch strikes inside Venezuela 'very soon.'
apple.news
November 29, 2025 at 10:34 PM
ImprisonTrump now. No war!
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"AOC of TN laughs at tRuMp'S last- minute tele-rally for Matt Van Epps.
I see their tele-rally and raise them 10K doors that we're probably gonna knock this weekend."
🗳️ 12/2: Send Aften to Congress!
#ONEV1
#Pinks 🌸
#Voices4Victory
I see their tele-rally and raise them 10K doors that we're probably gonna knock this weekend."
🗳️ 12/2: Send Aften to Congress!
#ONEV1
#Pinks 🌸
#Voices4Victory
November 29, 2025 at 10:10 PM
"AOC of TN laughs at tRuMp'S last- minute tele-rally for Matt Van Epps.
I see their tele-rally and raise them 10K doors that we're probably gonna knock this weekend."
🗳️ 12/2: Send Aften to Congress!
#ONEV1
#Pinks 🌸
#Voices4Victory
I see their tele-rally and raise them 10K doors that we're probably gonna knock this weekend."
🗳️ 12/2: Send Aften to Congress!
#ONEV1
#Pinks 🌸
#Voices4Victory
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If Trump and the Republicans invade Venezuela, it means America has invaded Venezuela. How did we feel about those Germans that didn’t want Hitler to invade Poland? Remember them? No— as the world saw it, it was Germany that invaded Poland, and it will be America that invades Venezuela.
November 29, 2025 at 4:51 PM
If Trump and the Republicans invade Venezuela, it means America has invaded Venezuela. How did we feel about those Germans that didn’t want Hitler to invade Poland? Remember them? No— as the world saw it, it was Germany that invaded Poland, and it will be America that invades Venezuela.
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Trump’s own Jack Booted Thugs in action. The woman was on a cane and took no agressive action towards the ICE Thug who cowardly sprayed her with mace or bear spray. And then joined with his fellow thugs to give her a beat down. This is Donald Trump and Republicans America. Is it yours? #ProudBlue
A masked ICE agent aggressively sprayed a woman protester directly in the face during a raid in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Another unacceptable act of violence against a peaceful protester that needs to be condemned and punished.
Another unacceptable act of violence against a peaceful protester that needs to be condemned and punished.
November 29, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Trump’s own Jack Booted Thugs in action. The woman was on a cane and took no agressive action towards the ICE Thug who cowardly sprayed her with mace or bear spray. And then joined with his fellow thugs to give her a beat down. This is Donald Trump and Republicans America. Is it yours? #ProudBlue
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RFK Jr. is obviously a dangerous fraudster. But he would not have the power he currently has without being aided by the Republican Congress—in some cases, by members who should know better.
I despise RFK Jr. but I also harbor a different flavor of contempt for doctors like Cassidy and Barasso.
I despise RFK Jr. but I also harbor a different flavor of contempt for doctors like Cassidy and Barasso.
November 29, 2025 at 10:28 PM
RFK Jr. is obviously a dangerous fraudster. But he would not have the power he currently has without being aided by the Republican Congress—in some cases, by members who should know better.
I despise RFK Jr. but I also harbor a different flavor of contempt for doctors like Cassidy and Barasso.
I despise RFK Jr. but I also harbor a different flavor of contempt for doctors like Cassidy and Barasso.
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Despite having glorified war crimes, Hegseth was confirmed due to his exemplary personal life.
Thing is, we DID hear about it at his confirmation hearing.
Every single senator who voted to confirm Hegseth knew he held these views about the laws of war.
They voted to confirm him anyway.
Every single senator who voted to confirm Hegseth knew he held these views about the laws of war.
They voted to confirm him anyway.
Everyone should read this terrifying thread about Hegseth’s published views wrt war crimes. It’s pretty fucking radical …. We needed to hear about this in his confirmation hearing.
November 29, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Despite having glorified war crimes, Hegseth was confirmed due to his exemplary personal life.
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Here's a new essay on why Trump and his regime may be headed towards a legitimacy crisis......
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/trump-and-...
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/trump-and-...
Trump And His Regime May Be Heading Towards A Legitimacy Crisis
Congress returns to a series of crises on Monday, and must act with great speed and ambition now
www.hopiumchronicles.com
November 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Here's a new essay on why Trump and his regime may be headed towards a legitimacy crisis......
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/trump-and-...
www.hopiumchronicles.com/p/trump-and-...
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WSJ: Witkoff’s August meeting with Putin was planned just few days in advance. He briefly videocalled EU leaders, then retreated to Ibiza as they tried to contact him, did not go to a EU mtg on Ukraine peace talks and refused to speak with EU officials about the talks, saying he traveled too much.
November 29, 2025 at 3:48 AM
WSJ: Witkoff’s August meeting with Putin was planned just few days in advance. He briefly videocalled EU leaders, then retreated to Ibiza as they tried to contact him, did not go to a EU mtg on Ukraine peace talks and refused to speak with EU officials about the talks, saying he traveled too much.
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The death of browsing is part of the reason art is the way it is now. Our opinions are largely fed to us by algorithms. Spending a spare 15 minutes wandering around a bookstore or comic shop or video rental place was how you found stuff you wouldn't ordinarily pick up and thereby expanded your taste
Bookselling is like the most "people go to the store and buy what looks cool to them without a particular agenda" type business left, and your purchases have a huge influence on what is ordered, what is displayed, and what is recommended.
November 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM
The death of browsing is part of the reason art is the way it is now. Our opinions are largely fed to us by algorithms. Spending a spare 15 minutes wandering around a bookstore or comic shop or video rental place was how you found stuff you wouldn't ordinarily pick up and thereby expanded your taste
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It takes me 3x as long to grade assignments now, because I have to explain gently and effectively why ChatGPT style writing is boring -- they swim in this stuff now even when they don't use the tools. Maybe no one has even told them their own voice matters, so that is down to us. 3/
November 29, 2025 at 4:21 PM
It takes me 3x as long to grade assignments now, because I have to explain gently and effectively why ChatGPT style writing is boring -- they swim in this stuff now even when they don't use the tools. Maybe no one has even told them their own voice matters, so that is down to us. 3/
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It’s one thing to believe in the abstract that authoritarian, fascist, or personalist regimes displace expertise for loyalty, it’s entirely a different thing to watch it happen all over the place in your country.
love how being 'Stephen Miller's wife' is like, a position of influence worthy of a TV spot
Stephen Miller’s Wife @katiemiller : “Can you cite the statute that makes the boat bombings illegal?”
@bakarisellers.bsky.social : “The due process
clause in the constitution.”
@bakarisellers.bsky.social : “The due process
clause in the constitution.”
November 29, 2025 at 9:19 PM
It’s one thing to believe in the abstract that authoritarian, fascist, or personalist regimes displace expertise for loyalty, it’s entirely a different thing to watch it happen all over the place in your country.
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The secretary of defense is a TV personality who used power as an excuse to become a serial killer.
November 29, 2025 at 9:37 PM
The secretary of defense is a TV personality who used power as an excuse to become a serial killer.
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600 ICE agents were supposed to be deployed to Canal Street. Hundreds of New Yorkers gathered instead.
Quick summary by me:
Quick summary by me:
November 29, 2025 at 6:55 PM
600 ICE agents were supposed to be deployed to Canal Street. Hundreds of New Yorkers gathered instead.
Quick summary by me:
Quick summary by me:
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So let me get this straight. While in office as the president/dictator of Honduras, this prick praised Trump. And Trump noticed. This guy took bribes from ruthless cartel gangsters but was caught and extradited to the US where most of the drugs were sold. Trump pardon him as a favor? He likes him?
November 29, 2025 at 7:41 PM
So let me get this straight. While in office as the president/dictator of Honduras, this prick praised Trump. And Trump noticed. This guy took bribes from ruthless cartel gangsters but was caught and extradited to the US where most of the drugs were sold. Trump pardon him as a favor? He likes him?
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wait troy nehls is retiring?
🚨 One of Donald Trump's biggest defenders from Texas won't be in D.C. after the new year.
Troy Nehls becomes the sixth Texas Republican to announce they won't run for re-election.
Troy Nehls becomes the sixth Texas Republican to announce they won't run for re-election.
November 29, 2025 at 9:37 PM
wait troy nehls is retiring?
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He probably figured he'd beat the rush.
November 29, 2025 at 8:45 PM
He probably figured he'd beat the rush.