Etymon
@etymon.bsky.social
Semiotic Engineer, Technical Architect, Software Archaeologist. #Haskell, #Daml, #LikesAreBookmarks, #NoSuchThingAsApolitical. he/him. canton.io
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i'm not against a regulatory response from the uk gov, but why don't they start by leaving twitter themselves?
Preventing the sharing of sexualised images of children is “censorship” according to Elon Musk.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Musk says X outcry is 'excuse for censorship'
The government is urging Ofcom to use all its powers – up to and including an effective ban – against X.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 12:49 PM
i'm not against a regulatory response from the uk gov, but why don't they start by leaving twitter themselves?
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The problem for the Feds and the Administration is that DHS et al are too small and can literally get beaten down and out of the city if local/state police don't help and MN Guard are unavailable - you won't get other State Guard in sufficient numbers deployed in time.
Then what? Bomb Minneapolis?
Then what? Bomb Minneapolis?
Here's the thing. These guys have no sense of how to act in public order. And if they keep escalating in cities while diddy-bopping around foolishly, they are going to face some seriously violent consequences as the reality of numbers manifests.
Minneapolis, after the murder of Renee Nicole Good.
January 10, 2026 at 1:18 PM
The problem for the Feds and the Administration is that DHS et al are too small and can literally get beaten down and out of the city if local/state police don't help and MN Guard are unavailable - you won't get other State Guard in sufficient numbers deployed in time.
Then what? Bomb Minneapolis?
Then what? Bomb Minneapolis?
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Here's the thing. These guys have no sense of how to act in public order. And if they keep escalating in cities while diddy-bopping around foolishly, they are going to face some seriously violent consequences as the reality of numbers manifests.
January 10, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Here's the thing. These guys have no sense of how to act in public order. And if they keep escalating in cities while diddy-bopping around foolishly, they are going to face some seriously violent consequences as the reality of numbers manifests.
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Reminds me of earlier debates about 'ceding the town square' which confused X with an actual physical town square, and forgot that it was a website whose harm would go away if people just left for another that at least conformed with the law.
Staying on Pornhub to post disapproving comments
If women quit X because of Grok’s deepfake nudes, the predators win – so I’m staying
January 10, 2026 at 12:57 PM
Reminds me of earlier debates about 'ceding the town square' which confused X with an actual physical town square, and forgot that it was a website whose harm would go away if people just left for another that at least conformed with the law.
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I have similar thoughts about The Marketplace Of Ideas: actual market places have Trading Standards, police, people who generally don't buy stuff from traders who have ripped them off before, traders that pay to rent a place, a government license to exist, etc.
January 10, 2026 at 1:11 PM
I have similar thoughts about The Marketplace Of Ideas: actual market places have Trading Standards, police, people who generally don't buy stuff from traders who have ripped them off before, traders that pay to rent a place, a government license to exist, etc.
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Also, such things exist to bring trust to said marketplace which encourages further commerce.
I have similar thoughts about The Marketplace Of Ideas: actual market places have Trading Standards, police, people who generally don't buy stuff from traders who have ripped them off before, traders that pay to rent a place, a government license to exist, etc.
January 10, 2026 at 1:18 PM
Also, such things exist to bring trust to said marketplace which encourages further commerce.
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Trump and his sycophantic oddities
January 10, 2026 at 11:49 AM
Trump and his sycophantic oddities
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British journalists are addicted to X because even though the views and likes are fake, the numbers under their posts give them the feeling that someone is reading their opinions, which is not a sensation accessible at any British newspaper
January 10, 2026 at 1:21 PM
British journalists are addicted to X because even though the views and likes are fake, the numbers under their posts give them the feeling that someone is reading their opinions, which is not a sensation accessible at any British newspaper
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The updated list as of 7:30pm. Based on the list from arts hub & some who have left comments - eg Brigid Delaney
This just the advertised list. There a many more on the Arts Hub list
*DO NOT* assume those not crossed off are attending.
www.artshub.com.au/news/news/ad...
This just the advertised list. There a many more on the Arts Hub list
*DO NOT* assume those not crossed off are attending.
www.artshub.com.au/news/news/ad...
January 10, 2026 at 8:40 AM
The updated list as of 7:30pm. Based on the list from arts hub & some who have left comments - eg Brigid Delaney
This just the advertised list. There a many more on the Arts Hub list
*DO NOT* assume those not crossed off are attending.
www.artshub.com.au/news/news/ad...
This just the advertised list. There a many more on the Arts Hub list
*DO NOT* assume those not crossed off are attending.
www.artshub.com.au/news/news/ad...
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This is the ICE agent removing the personal computer of Jonathan Ross, the killer of Renee Good, from Good's home earlier today.
Next, video of the same agent on Dec 8 (not Jan 8, sorry) after dangerously boxing in a MnIceWatch volunteer with his truck & saying "I'll dedicate my next arrest to you"
Next, video of the same agent on Dec 8 (not Jan 8, sorry) after dangerously boxing in a MnIceWatch volunteer with his truck & saying "I'll dedicate my next arrest to you"
January 10, 2026 at 1:32 AM
This is the ICE agent removing the personal computer of Jonathan Ross, the killer of Renee Good, from Good's home earlier today.
Next, video of the same agent on Dec 8 (not Jan 8, sorry) after dangerously boxing in a MnIceWatch volunteer with his truck & saying "I'll dedicate my next arrest to you"
Next, video of the same agent on Dec 8 (not Jan 8, sorry) after dangerously boxing in a MnIceWatch volunteer with his truck & saying "I'll dedicate my next arrest to you"
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Totally normal procedure for someone who is supposedly under federal investigation. I'm sure they're just making sure his collection of "WWII memorabilia" is safe.
January 9, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Totally normal procedure for someone who is supposedly under federal investigation. I'm sure they're just making sure his collection of "WWII memorabilia" is safe.
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It should be bigger news that masked agents were filmed hours ago removing potentially inculpatory evidence from the ICE shooter's house, clearly lacking evidence tags or chain of custody stickers.
Before we have word on whether he underwent a toxicology screen at the hospital following the killing
Before we have word on whether he underwent a toxicology screen at the hospital following the killing
January 9, 2026 at 9:17 PM
It should be bigger news that masked agents were filmed hours ago removing potentially inculpatory evidence from the ICE shooter's house, clearly lacking evidence tags or chain of custody stickers.
Before we have word on whether he underwent a toxicology screen at the hospital following the killing
Before we have word on whether he underwent a toxicology screen at the hospital following the killing
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Richard Flanagan on the Adelaide Writers’ Festival. Wise commentary. 👍
Via SMH
Via SMH
January 10, 2026 at 12:13 AM
Richard Flanagan on the Adelaide Writers’ Festival. Wise commentary. 👍
Via SMH
Via SMH
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The tragic death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year old mother fatally shot by ICE, shows that ICE can’t be reformed and must be abolished.
I’ll be introducing the Abolish ICE Act as a step toward justice, accountability, and humanity in our immigration policy.
Time to melt ICE.
I’ll be introducing the Abolish ICE Act as a step toward justice, accountability, and humanity in our immigration policy.
Time to melt ICE.
January 9, 2026 at 9:13 PM
The tragic death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year old mother fatally shot by ICE, shows that ICE can’t be reformed and must be abolished.
I’ll be introducing the Abolish ICE Act as a step toward justice, accountability, and humanity in our immigration policy.
Time to melt ICE.
I’ll be introducing the Abolish ICE Act as a step toward justice, accountability, and humanity in our immigration policy.
Time to melt ICE.
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He didn't shoot her in the head at point blank range because he felt like he was in danger. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he was furious that she wasn't afraid of him. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he felt emasculated.
January 9, 2026 at 11:25 PM
He didn't shoot her in the head at point blank range because he felt like he was in danger. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he was furious that she wasn't afraid of him. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he felt emasculated.
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I wrote this almost 11 years ago theweek.com/articles/444...
January 10, 2026 at 2:14 AM
I wrote this almost 11 years ago theweek.com/articles/444...
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not for the first time I note these guys pulling shit that would have gotten you extremely killed in any actual insurgency situation
January 10, 2026 at 1:56 AM
not for the first time I note these guys pulling shit that would have gotten you extremely killed in any actual insurgency situation
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Maybe even the non-rogue agents should share the list of "criminal immigrants" they are looking for with local police so they can help. We should keep asking - why are they not doing this? If there really are dangerous people "on the loose" WHY DON'T THEY TELL LOCAL COPS WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR?
January 9, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Maybe even the non-rogue agents should share the list of "criminal immigrants" they are looking for with local police so they can help. We should keep asking - why are they not doing this? If there really are dangerous people "on the loose" WHY DON'T THEY TELL LOCAL COPS WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR?
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Key point: Trump's FBI won't do a real investigation into Minneapolis shooting, which will send a message to more ICE agents to go rogue.
"Kash Patel is basically an extension of Trump’s right arm," Rep Goldman says. "It’s not a legitimate investigation."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
"Kash Patel is basically an extension of Trump’s right arm," Rep Goldman says. "It’s not a legitimate investigation."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
January 9, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Key point: Trump's FBI won't do a real investigation into Minneapolis shooting, which will send a message to more ICE agents to go rogue.
"Kash Patel is basically an extension of Trump’s right arm," Rep Goldman says. "It’s not a legitimate investigation."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
"Kash Patel is basically an extension of Trump’s right arm," Rep Goldman says. "It’s not a legitimate investigation."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
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Rep Eric Swalwell says state and local prosecutors should step up and bring more cases against rogue agents.
"As long as they’re going to run rogue in our communities, we have to max out law enforcement authorities [of] AGs and DAs across the country."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
"As long as they’re going to run rogue in our communities, we have to max out law enforcement authorities [of] AGs and DAs across the country."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
January 9, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Rep Eric Swalwell says state and local prosecutors should step up and bring more cases against rogue agents.
"As long as they’re going to run rogue in our communities, we have to max out law enforcement authorities [of] AGs and DAs across the country."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
"As long as they’re going to run rogue in our communities, we have to max out law enforcement authorities [of] AGs and DAs across the country."
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
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The cost of a fully-fitted out water bomber fleet suited to Australia’s needs is around $25m. We could fund that for 30 years with just one AUKUS sub down payment. Would come in handy on days like these.
January 9, 2026 at 4:02 AM
The cost of a fully-fitted out water bomber fleet suited to Australia’s needs is around $25m. We could fund that for 30 years with just one AUKUS sub down payment. Would come in handy on days like these.
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"In winning every battle that they started, but in losing every war, the US and Israel have overreached. Both leaders think they can do what they want, when they want. It is long past time for an Arab leader to tell them they can’t."
Well worth the read.
Well worth the read.
Start reading, read to the end. David Hearst's knowledge & analysis is uncommon ..
Saudi Arabia is pissed so off with Israel and the UAE, a major shift has started. This is a great read
www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/stan...
Saudi Arabia is pissed so off with Israel and the UAE, a major shift has started. This is a great read
www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/stan...
By standing up to Abu Dhabi, Riyadh could reshape the Middle East
The UAE and Israel, backed by the US, have long sown the seeds of civil war and conflict across the region. Will they finally be held accountable?
www.middleeasteye.net
January 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM
"In winning every battle that they started, but in losing every war, the US and Israel have overreached. Both leaders think they can do what they want, when they want. It is long past time for an Arab leader to tell them they can’t."
Well worth the read.
Well worth the read.
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Caption says “A federal agent aims at protesters at an ICE facility in Illinois.”
If I were Dems I’d make this the face of ICE. Over the next 10 months I’d laser etch it into every American’s brain.
If I were Dems I’d make this the face of ICE. Over the next 10 months I’d laser etch it into every American’s brain.
Dem reps hit out at 'mother-murdering thugs' and prep bill to strip ICE immunity
Democratic Party representatives are preparing a bill to strip ICE agent immunity, making convictions easier in future. Congressman Eric Swalwell and congressman Dan Goldman confirmed they would work ...
www.rawstory.com
January 9, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Caption says “A federal agent aims at protesters at an ICE facility in Illinois.”
If I were Dems I’d make this the face of ICE. Over the next 10 months I’d laser etch it into every American’s brain.
If I were Dems I’d make this the face of ICE. Over the next 10 months I’d laser etch it into every American’s brain.
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"I am not going to pay masked thugs to shoot moms in the face. Period," Swalwell says.
EVERY DEM NEEDS TO REPEAT THIS
EVERY DEM NEEDS TO REPEAT THIS
Important: Minneapolis killing should lead Dems to draw a much harder line against *any* ICE funding in budget talks, Swalwell/Goldman agree.
"I am not going to pay masked thugs to shoot moms in the face. Period," Swalwell says.
A Dem House should be for defunding.
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
"I am not going to pay masked thugs to shoot moms in the face. Period," Swalwell says.
A Dem House should be for defunding.
newrepublic.com/article/2051...
January 9, 2026 at 2:33 PM
"I am not going to pay masked thugs to shoot moms in the face. Period," Swalwell says.
EVERY DEM NEEDS TO REPEAT THIS
EVERY DEM NEEDS TO REPEAT THIS