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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 52m

Here is the original version of "Ode to Joy" that I shared on April 16, 2020. The very first song I shared on social media.

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 59m

Song #1 was Ode to Joy and now for Song #400, I will share a quintet version.

"Ode to Joy" - Beethoven #QuarantineHobby

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 4h

I am on the verge of sharing my 400th video of playing a song on BASSOON here on social media. Before that, here is the story of #QuarantineHobby. 🎶

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Economic Speakers Bureau @econspeakers.bsky.social · 21h

@gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social joined Cleveland's WEWS to break down the impact of Trump’s tariffs on Midwest soybean farmers, which have slashed demand and left many struggling to cover costs and keep their operations running.

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Center on Budget and Policy Priorities @centeronbudget.bsky.social · 22h

CBPP’s @kathleenromig.bsky.social data access concerns surrounding Frank Bisignano’s role as CEO of the #IRS: “Previously there were hurdles that the SSA and IRS commissioners would have to sign off on, but now it’s the same guy.” #GreatRead via @govexec.bsky.social : www.govexec.com/management/2...

Bisignano to lead IRS in addition to SSA duties, raising questions about the Senate confirmation process

Experts warned that the move could further facilitate the consolidation of Social Security and IRS databases for use in immigration enforcement.

www.govexec.com

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Bobby Kogan @bbkogan.bsky.social · 1d

Are furloughed federal employees entitled to backpay?

The short answer is yes furloughed federal employees are entitled to backpay, but the mechanism a little complicated.

And, importantly, it means the House GOP CR is insufficient for reopening the govt & needs to be amended.

Thread explaining:

Scoop: White House memo says furloughed federal workers aren't entitled to backpay

A move to deny backpay to up to 750,000 furloughed workers would dramatically escalate Trump's pressure on Democrats to end the shutdown.

www.axios.com

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 3d

#FreeDC

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 3d

From KPop to Metal to now-Disco, I contain multitudes.

"You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)" - Sylvester #QuarantineHobby

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oriana schwindt @schwindter.bsky.social · 3d

why am i not part of the flotilla to gaza? that is the morally correct thing to do. why am i not doing it? realizing one is the leo character in One Battle After Another instead of the benicio del toro character

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Don't Fret. It Adores You @seed-corn-thoughts.bsky.social · 4d

No, I'm America too, that queer person is America too, that Black radical, that hispanic farmworker, that urban liberal Democrat, that DSA member, we're all also America and we get a say in and make up a part of this country too. It's not all honkies stomping on faces.

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 4d

Here's a nice tune if you like your metal with side of tribal history.

"Run to the Hills" - Iron Maiden #QuarantineHobby #Eddie

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 4d

No #JobsReport, but I still got something to say!

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities @centeronbudget.bsky.social · 4d

The Trump Admin is undermining agencies like BLS, threatening the accurate jobs, wage, & inflation data policymakers need as the labor market softens and layoffs rise. CBPP's Chief Economist @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social breaks down the latest threats to economic data. www.youtube.com/shorts/6utmY...

Budget Cuts, Political Pressure, and Other Threats to Economic Data

YouTube video by Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

www.youtube.com

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Center on Budget and Policy Priorities @centeronbudget.bsky.social · 4d

The Trump Admin is undermining agencies like BLS, threatening the accurate jobs, wage, & inflation data policymakers need as the labor market softens and layoffs rise. CBPP's Chief Economist @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social breaks down the latest threats to economic data. www.youtube.com/shorts/6utmY...

Budget Cuts, Political Pressure, and Other Threats to Economic Data

YouTube video by Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

www.youtube.com

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 5d

There is a line from the Benicio Del Toro character that speaks to this. What is happening is nothing new (but new to people not aware of the struggle).

Episodes @episodesnewsletter.bsky.social · 5d

In this week's Friday newsletter: on One Battle After Another, Superman, and the possibility of change in a world where cycles feel eternal

One Battle After Another is about this moment in history. And every other time too.

All of the things that make the film timely really mark its timelessness, writes Emily St. James.

episodes.ghost.io

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 5d

In lieu of posting a #jobsday thread, sharing this bassoon video of the certified banger from #KPopDemonHunters.

"Golden" - Huntrix #QuarantineHobby

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Washington Center for Equitable Growth @equitablegrowth.bsky.social · 5d

1. This would-be #JobsDay, but today Equitable Growth dives deeper into the uses of public labor market data, their value to the economy, and the risks associated with their potential destabilization 🧵

More from @michaelslinden.bsky.social & Chris Bangert-Drowns:
equitablegrowth.org/the-status-o...

The status of U.S. labor market data amid the government shutdown

The work of the BLS, the impact of the agency not releasing its employment situation report, and how BLS budget constraints will affect data collection.

equitablegrowth.org

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 5d

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 5d

a man says " oh dear lord " in front of a sign that says only murders in the building

ALT: a man says " oh dear lord " in front of a sign that says only murders in the building

media.tenor.com

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 6d

Forget to add:
11) Features a lot of great Black women in it. and
5b) A great line reading by Leo that (probably) came out of conversations with Maya.

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Merriam-Webster @merriam-webster.com · 7d

We are thrilled to announce that our NEW Large Language Model will be released on 11.18.25.

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Center on Budget and Policy Priorities @centeronbudget.bsky.social · 7d

“I’ve long opposed shutdowns & debt limit brinkmanship, but the Admin’s actions will harm people, the economy, & our democracy for years to come if they’re not stopped.”

Full statement from @sharonparrott.bsky.social on the federal government shutdown: www.cbpp.org/press/statem...

Congress Must Block Administration’s Illegal Cuts, Protect Affordable Health Care | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

Today’s government funding shutdown is fundamentally different than prior funding fights because the Administration is acting outside the law. Any funding agreement must put a stop to this pattern of ...

www.cbpp.org

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Bobby Kogan @bbkogan.bsky.social · 7d

Here’s my article on how a government shutdown works.

Shutdowns are complicated, and each shutdown is different. Some things stay open. Some stay open for a bit and eventually close. Some close immediately.

I did my best to explain it all here:

What Happens During a Government Shutdown?

Learn how a government shutdown affects you.

www.americanprogress.org

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Gbenga Ajilore @gbenga-ajilore.bsky.social · 7d

a man sitting on a couch with smoke coming out of his ears and the words #onceuponatimeinhollywood

ALT: a man sitting on a couch with smoke coming out of his ears and the words #onceuponatimeinhollywood

media.tenor.com

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Ben Casselman @bencasselman.bsky.social · 8d

Three responses I'm hearing a lot of here:
1. "Aha! Any excuse to hide the bad numbers!"
2. "The numbers were cooked anyway so who cares?"
3. "Fine, we'll just rely on private data."
Let's address all three in a 🧵:

Ben Casselman @bencasselman.bsky.social · 8d

Friday's jobs report will provide key evidence on whether slower hiring is turning into deeper weakness in the labor market.
If there is a jobs report on Friday at all.
My story on how a shutdown could leave us flying blind at a vital moment for the economy. #EconSky
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/30/b...

Government Shutdown Could Delay Economic Data at a Critical Moment

www.nytimes.com

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Kathleen Romig @kathleenromig.bsky.social · 8d

Today's the last day for 150K+ feds who took the "Fork" (deferred resignation program), including 800+ at the Social Security Administration.

The experience at SSA demonstrates 3 things about the DRP:

1. It's the tip of the iceberg
2. It wasn't really voluntary
3. It hurts service to the public

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