Constance Reader
@constancereader.bsky.social
you can drop out of grad school but grad school never drops out of you
she/her, exhausted by everything
@rahnealexander.com's intern of the month
she/her, exhausted by everything
@rahnealexander.com's intern of the month
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So many Potters are George Baileys in their own mind, that’s part of the problem
December 26, 2025 at 5:32 AM
So many Potters are George Baileys in their own mind, that’s part of the problem
retvrn
One of the earliest-ever modern portrayals of Santa Claus features him gifting Union soldiers with a jumping-jack doll of Jefferson Davis dangling from a noose - as drawn by political cartoonist Thomas Nast.
www.metmuseum.org/art/collecti...
www.metmuseum.org/art/collecti...
![HARPERS WEEKLY.
JOURNAL OF CIVILIZATION
Vor. VII.-No. 314.]
NEW
YORK, SATURDAY, JANUARY
1863.
GELCOM
SANTA CLAUS
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December 25, 2025 at 8:15 PM
retvrn
as she continues her redemption arc, let's never forget this
The outgoing Georgia congresswoman was able to successfully make transgender young people a target as one of her last acts in Congress.
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s bill criminalizing gender-affirming care for minors passes with Democrats’ support
www.out.com
December 25, 2025 at 8:13 PM
as she continues her redemption arc, let's never forget this
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🎹 Vijay Iyer performs for commuters in Grand Central’s Main Concourse (as part of Brandon Stanton’s “Dear New York” installation of images from his book HUMANS OF NEW YORK). Safe travels to all those journeying to see their loved ones this week! More 📹 at www.instagram.com/p/DSqdsQijcD...
December 25, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Join me for Hearty White's Miracle Christmas Special on WFMU @wfmu.bsky.social a classic flashback episode with brand new Christmas songs! Christmas night at 6pm eastern. Perfect for putting on and leaving to make it sound like someone's home while you look at lights or get chinese food.
December 25, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Join me for Hearty White's Miracle Christmas Special on WFMU @wfmu.bsky.social a classic flashback episode with brand new Christmas songs! Christmas night at 6pm eastern. Perfect for putting on and leaving to make it sound like someone's home while you look at lights or get chinese food.
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I've seen this going around today and it's beautiful, so here's a gift link.
Opinion | Martin Scorsese: ‘Rob Reiner Was My Friend’
www.nytimes.com
December 25, 2025 at 6:17 PM
I've seen this going around today and it's beautiful, so here's a gift link.
going to the chocolate fountain at guy fieri's golden corral
Raining flavor
December 25, 2025 at 6:07 PM
going to the chocolate fountain at guy fieri's golden corral
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It's the most wonderful time of the year: the AK Press 50% off sale! Get ALL of our published titles—plus all AK merch—half price, now through 9am on 1/1. Start the new year off with some new reads: www.akpress.org/published-by...
December 25, 2025 at 5:59 PM
It's the most wonderful time of the year: the AK Press 50% off sale! Get ALL of our published titles—plus all AK merch—half price, now through 9am on 1/1. Start the new year off with some new reads: www.akpress.org/published-by...
"That dumbass baby couldn’t redeem a ham sandwich.”
December 25, 2025 at 6:04 PM
"That dumbass baby couldn’t redeem a ham sandwich.”
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Marsha P. Johnson in her Christmas tiara is all I want for Christmas. This Polaroid was taken in Randy Wicker's lighting store in 1988. Another treasure from the NY LGBT Community Center archives. 😍
December 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Marsha P. Johnson in her Christmas tiara is all I want for Christmas. This Polaroid was taken in Randy Wicker's lighting store in 1988. Another treasure from the NY LGBT Community Center archives. 😍
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Today's read is @nikostratis.com's recent memoir! It's been long enough since my memoir binge in the fall that I'm feeling refreshed on the genre, let's give it a spin~
December 25, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Today's read is @nikostratis.com's recent memoir! It's been long enough since my memoir binge in the fall that I'm feeling refreshed on the genre, let's give it a spin~
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Pretty weird for me how the guy I spent two years investigating at my first local newspaper job was just arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife, and it’s a national tabloid story…
Appreciate everyone linking to my 2018 investigation, which you can read here: www.desertsun.com/in-depth/tec...
Appreciate everyone linking to my 2018 investigation, which you can read here: www.desertsun.com/in-depth/tec...
December 25, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Pretty weird for me how the guy I spent two years investigating at my first local newspaper job was just arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife, and it’s a national tabloid story…
Appreciate everyone linking to my 2018 investigation, which you can read here: www.desertsun.com/in-depth/tec...
Appreciate everyone linking to my 2018 investigation, which you can read here: www.desertsun.com/in-depth/tec...
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The Pope also cited Sudan, South Sudan, Mali, Burkina Faso and Congo
Pope Leo XIV during his first Christmas Day homily remembered the people of Gaza “exposed for weeks to rain, wind and cold” and said the world’s many conflicts can only be silenced through dialogue. Leo led the Christmas Day Mass from the central altar beneath the balustrade of St. Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Leo XIV remembers Gaza's suffering in first Christmas homily and calls for peace
Pope Leo XIV, during his first Christmas Day homily, has remembered the people of Gaza exposed to harsh weather.
bit.ly
December 25, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The Pope also cited Sudan, South Sudan, Mali, Burkina Faso and Congo
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What did we get stuck in our rectums last year? defector.com/what-did-we-...
What Did We Get Stuck In Our Rectums Last Year? | Defector
This is the time of year to be grateful for not having things stuck in our asses, and to think of those less fortunate than us. So spare a thought for those Americans who misjudged the capacity of the...
defector.com
December 25, 2025 at 2:04 PM
What did we get stuck in our rectums last year? defector.com/what-did-we-...
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A photo essay on the challenges family members encounter when sending holiday cards to their incarcerated loved ones.
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Families of incarcerated people have to go the extra mile to spread holiday cheer • The TRiiBE
Photo essay: A family man finds hope this holiday season through Restore Justice Foundation
thetriibe.com
December 25, 2025 at 4:26 PM
A photo essay on the challenges family members encounter when sending holiday cards to their incarcerated loved ones.
thetriibe.com/2023/12/fami...
thetriibe.com/2023/12/fami...
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Pope Leo condemns suffering in Gaza in first Christmas sermon
Pope Leo condemns suffering in Gaza in first Christmas sermon
Pope Leo condemns suffering in Gaza in first Christmas sermon
www.independent.co.uk
December 25, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Pope Leo condemns suffering in Gaza in first Christmas sermon
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he sees you when you’re sleeping: the santopticon
December 25, 2025 at 1:21 PM
he sees you when you’re sleeping: the santopticon
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I promise I won't copy the whole book, but this is the intro poem to #Gendertrash
a space of our own
a place of our own
to rest in
to explore ourselves
our wants
wishes
desires
thoughts
spiritualities
sexualities
feelings
emotions
bodies
free from gender oppressive controls
a space of our own
a space of our own
a place of our own
to rest in
to explore ourselves
our wants
wishes
desires
thoughts
spiritualities
sexualities
feelings
emotions
bodies
free from gender oppressive controls
a space of our own
September 30, 2025 at 1:34 PM
I promise I won't copy the whole book, but this is the intro poem to #Gendertrash
a space of our own
a place of our own
to rest in
to explore ourselves
our wants
wishes
desires
thoughts
spiritualities
sexualities
feelings
emotions
bodies
free from gender oppressive controls
a space of our own
a space of our own
a place of our own
to rest in
to explore ourselves
our wants
wishes
desires
thoughts
spiritualities
sexualities
feelings
emotions
bodies
free from gender oppressive controls
a space of our own
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Four books. One grand prize. Five days left until voting ends.
2025 was the year of the transfeminine contemporary novel, and the four novels shortlisted for Best Transfeminine Fiction are leading the charge.
If you haven't voted yet, now is the time. Voting closes Dec. 26th at 11:59pm EST 🩷
2025 was the year of the transfeminine contemporary novel, and the four novels shortlisted for Best Transfeminine Fiction are leading the charge.
If you haven't voted yet, now is the time. Voting closes Dec. 26th at 11:59pm EST 🩷
The 2025 Shortlist for Best Transfeminine Fiction (TFR Awards)
Four books. One grand prize. Vote now in the 2025 TFR Awards, open until Dec. 26 at 11:59pm EST.
thetransfemininereview.com
December 22, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Four books. One grand prize. Five days left until voting ends.
2025 was the year of the transfeminine contemporary novel, and the four novels shortlisted for Best Transfeminine Fiction are leading the charge.
If you haven't voted yet, now is the time. Voting closes Dec. 26th at 11:59pm EST 🩷
2025 was the year of the transfeminine contemporary novel, and the four novels shortlisted for Best Transfeminine Fiction are leading the charge.
If you haven't voted yet, now is the time. Voting closes Dec. 26th at 11:59pm EST 🩷
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Nativity by Flemish painter Joachim Beuckelaer. Ox is claiming a major role in this one.
December 25, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Nativity by Flemish painter Joachim Beuckelaer. Ox is claiming a major role in this one.
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There are few small pleasures more delightful than a holiday card from a friend. Cards made by artists like Claes Oldenburg, Ad Reinhardt and Philip Guston each reflect the unique personality of their makers.
When Artists Make Holiday Cards
There are few small pleasures more delightful than opening the mailbox to find a holiday card from a friend.
hyperallergic.com
December 25, 2025 at 4:42 PM
There are few small pleasures more delightful than a holiday card from a friend. Cards made by artists like Claes Oldenburg, Ad Reinhardt and Philip Guston each reflect the unique personality of their makers.
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The season finale of 'Heated Rivalry' airs tonight. Here's where to find a stream to watch the show online
How to Watch 'Heated Rivalry,' the Gay Hockey Drama That's Got the Internet's Jockstraps In a Jumble
Based on the book series "Game Changers" from Rachel Reid, here's how to watch and stream the LGBTQ romantic sports drama online on HBO Max for free.
www.rollingstone.com
December 25, 2025 at 4:42 PM
The season finale of 'Heated Rivalry' airs tonight. Here's where to find a stream to watch the show online
if there's anything i love more than a driverless car, it's a secret army
“Cesar Marenco, owner of Milagro Towing, has become a regular Waymo door-closer. He recently freed a robotaxi by removing a seat belt caught in its rear door, an operation he captured with Meta smart glasses & shared on TikTok.
‘Goodbye, Waymo,‘ Marenco said in the video, which has 400,000+ views”
‘Goodbye, Waymo,‘ Marenco said in the video, which has 400,000+ views”
When robot taxis get stuck, a secret army of humans comes to the rescue
Waymo robotaxis get stranded when a passenger leaves the door open. Tow truck operators can get paid $22 to close a door and set them free again.
wapo.st
December 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
if there's anything i love more than a driverless car, it's a secret army