Grace Chen
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AI is a computer program running with a very large database. The database holds the "Large Language" part and the program executes the "Model" part. There is no "Intelligence" in this. It's a computer model of Intelligence. The person or company who writes the program controls the model. Ask Grok.
"Whatever the power of LLM-based AI (a basic and unsettled question) a central part of this conversation is about who controls it and on what terms. Whatever this thing is, we can have it transform society on civic democratic terms or on authoritarian and oligarchic ones."
Who Controls AI Exactly?
I’ve been getting lots of your emails about Artificial Intelligence and its...
talkingpointsmemo.com
January 3, 2026 at 11:19 PM
AI is a computer program running with a very large database. The database holds the "Large Language" part and the program executes the "Model" part. There is no "Intelligence" in this. It's a computer model of Intelligence. The person or company who writes the program controls the model. Ask Grok.
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March 1, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Stained glass and Neon from 2002
February 25, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Stained glass and Neon from 2002
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Here is article: www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
ICE plans $100 million ‘wartime recruitment’ push targeting gun shows, military fans for hires
An internal ICE document shared among immigration officials details plans to use influencers and geo-targeted ads to rapidly hire thousands of deportation officers.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 31, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Here is article: www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
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So far, it's "a limited operation merely to arrest Maduro." That will have about the same effect as the arrest of El Chapo had on his cartel. (His sons took it over.) So far, Trump has done nothing to help the actual people of Venezuela. All the crooks below Maduro are still doing crooked things.
Either it was a limited operation merely to arrest Maduro and move on, or, it is an ongoing major regime change committment that will open up a transition including international and private sector partners. It really can't be both
January 4, 2026 at 12:52 AM
So far, it's "a limited operation merely to arrest Maduro." That will have about the same effect as the arrest of El Chapo had on his cartel. (His sons took it over.) So far, Trump has done nothing to help the actual people of Venezuela. All the crooks below Maduro are still doing crooked things.
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Both Trump and his supporters are dicks.
December 23, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Both Trump and his supporters are dicks.
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Trump said the U.S. will take control of Venezuela for an unknown period of time.
Some Republicans Express Reservations About Trump’s Venezuela Takeover
Trump said the U.S. will take control of Venezuela for an unknown period of time.
www.forbes.com
January 3, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Trump said the U.S. will take control of Venezuela for an unknown period of time.
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President Donald Trump told The Wall Street Journal in an interview that he takes a higher dose of aspirin than his doctors have recommended, blaming that for the visible hand bruises that have generated renewed questions about his health. https://cnn.it/3L6g5F3
January 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
President Donald Trump told The Wall Street Journal in an interview that he takes a higher dose of aspirin than his doctors have recommended, blaming that for the visible hand bruises that have generated renewed questions about his health. https://cnn.it/3L6g5F3
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This is a huge win for the people of Portland, LA, and Chicago, and for the rule of law.
As this year comes to a close, we're grateful to the over 400,000 ACLU supporters who made it clear: Troops don't belong on our streets.
As this year comes to a close, we're grateful to the over 400,000 ACLU supporters who made it clear: Troops don't belong on our streets.
Trump says he's dropping push for National Guard in Chicago, LA and Portland, Oregon, for now
President Donald Trump says he’s dropping — for now — his push to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon.
apnews.com
December 31, 2025 at 10:26 PM
This is a huge win for the people of Portland, LA, and Chicago, and for the rule of law.
As this year comes to a close, we're grateful to the over 400,000 ACLU supporters who made it clear: Troops don't belong on our streets.
As this year comes to a close, we're grateful to the over 400,000 ACLU supporters who made it clear: Troops don't belong on our streets.
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The Trump administration wants the courts to grant them free rein to use immigration enforcement powers to crack down on free speech.
That's not how the First Amendment works. We're fighting back.
That's not how the First Amendment works. We're fighting back.
Mahdawi and Öztürk’s Legal Battle Highlights First Amendment Constitutional Risks - Documented
Legal experts say the rulings in Mohsen Mahdawi and Rümeysa Öztürk’s cases could redefine First Amendment protections for both immigrants and citizens.
documentedny.com
October 10, 2025 at 9:26 PM
The Trump administration wants the courts to grant them free rein to use immigration enforcement powers to crack down on free speech.
That's not how the First Amendment works. We're fighting back.
That's not how the First Amendment works. We're fighting back.
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"Nothing is quite like the surreal experience of saying goodbye to someone who is perfectly healthy but preparing to die at the hands of the state."
Claudia Van Wyk, ACLU Senior Staff Attorney, reflects on what it was like for Texas to execute her client, Richard Tabler.
Claudia Van Wyk, ACLU Senior Staff Attorney, reflects on what it was like for Texas to execute her client, Richard Tabler.
ACLU Attorney Reflects on Texas Death Penalty Case
Marking World Day Against the Death Penalty, Claudia Van Wyk recounts witnessing Richard Tabler’s final moments and the toll of state executions.
www.aclu.org
October 10, 2025 at 7:18 PM
"Nothing is quite like the surreal experience of saying goodbye to someone who is perfectly healthy but preparing to die at the hands of the state."
Claudia Van Wyk, ACLU Senior Staff Attorney, reflects on what it was like for Texas to execute her client, Richard Tabler.
Claudia Van Wyk, ACLU Senior Staff Attorney, reflects on what it was like for Texas to execute her client, Richard Tabler.
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Take notice, the ACLU is hard at work…
October 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Next week, the Supreme Court will hear a case that could determine the future of the Voting Rights Act.
At stake in Louisiana v. Callais is Black voters’ ability to elect their candidates of choice in Louisiana, and all voters' ability to challenge racially discriminatory maps.
At stake in Louisiana v. Callais is Black voters’ ability to elect their candidates of choice in Louisiana, and all voters' ability to challenge racially discriminatory maps.
The Supreme Court Is Being Tested on History Once Again
The leading arguments in support of Black voting rights were race-conscious at their core.
slate.com
October 10, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Next week, the Supreme Court will hear a case that could determine the future of the Voting Rights Act.
At stake in Louisiana v. Callais is Black voters’ ability to elect their candidates of choice in Louisiana, and all voters' ability to challenge racially discriminatory maps.
At stake in Louisiana v. Callais is Black voters’ ability to elect their candidates of choice in Louisiana, and all voters' ability to challenge racially discriminatory maps.
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Racism is embedded in the death penalty.
This World Against the Death Penalty Day and every other day of the year, we’re calling on our elected officials to work toward an end to capital punishment once and for all.
This World Against the Death Penalty Day and every other day of the year, we’re calling on our elected officials to work toward an end to capital punishment once and for all.
October 10, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Racism is embedded in the death penalty.
This World Against the Death Penalty Day and every other day of the year, we’re calling on our elected officials to work toward an end to capital punishment once and for all.
This World Against the Death Penalty Day and every other day of the year, we’re calling on our elected officials to work toward an end to capital punishment once and for all.
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Black people are far more likely to be sentenced to death than white people, especially if the victim is white.
Add your name to our petition to demand an end to the death penalty.
Add your name to our petition to demand an end to the death penalty.
Abolish The Death Penalty Now
Capital punishment is a moral stain on our nation: Add your name to the growing calls to abolish the death penalty now.
action.aclu.org
October 10, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Black people are far more likely to be sentenced to death than white people, especially if the victim is white.
Add your name to our petition to demand an end to the death penalty.
Add your name to our petition to demand an end to the death penalty.
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As we've said before: Diss tracks are protected by the First Amendment.
Drake’s Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Dismissed by Judge
Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us" has been dismissed by a federal judge.
www.billboard.com
October 10, 2025 at 3:25 PM
As we've said before: Diss tracks are protected by the First Amendment.
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We must end the death penalty, once and for all.
On this World Day Against the Death Penalty, add your name to the growing number of people calling for an end to capital punishment.
On this World Day Against the Death Penalty, add your name to the growing number of people calling for an end to capital punishment.
Abolish The Death Penalty Now
Capital punishment is a moral stain on our nation: Add your name to the growing calls to abolish the death penalty now.
action.aclu.org
October 10, 2025 at 1:19 PM
We must end the death penalty, once and for all.
On this World Day Against the Death Penalty, add your name to the growing number of people calling for an end to capital punishment.
On this World Day Against the Death Penalty, add your name to the growing number of people calling for an end to capital punishment.
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All servicewomen serving in combat roles already have to meet stringent gender-neutral physical standards.
But Secretary Hegseth is intent on smearing those women as unqualified — and pushing all women out of military service.
But Secretary Hegseth is intent on smearing those women as unqualified — and pushing all women out of military service.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Moves to Push Women Out of the Military
From eliminating the Pentagon’s gender advisory committee to misrepresenting women’s combat readiness, Hegseth’s record shows a clear campaign against women in uniform.
www.aclu.org
October 9, 2025 at 11:41 PM
All servicewomen serving in combat roles already have to meet stringent gender-neutral physical standards.
But Secretary Hegseth is intent on smearing those women as unqualified — and pushing all women out of military service.
But Secretary Hegseth is intent on smearing those women as unqualified — and pushing all women out of military service.
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Justice Sonia Sotomayor, born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, has been a steadfast advocate for our civil liberties throughout her career.
She's issued powerful dissents in support of abortion rights, protecting the 14th Amendment, defending immigrant communities, and more.
She's issued powerful dissents in support of abortion rights, protecting the 14th Amendment, defending immigrant communities, and more.
October 9, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Justice Sonia Sotomayor, born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, has been a steadfast advocate for our civil liberties throughout her career.
She's issued powerful dissents in support of abortion rights, protecting the 14th Amendment, defending immigrant communities, and more.
She's issued powerful dissents in support of abortion rights, protecting the 14th Amendment, defending immigrant communities, and more.
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The power of the people is stronger than the people in power. We reject any and all attempts to strip away our rights and dismantle our democracy.
October 9, 2025 at 6:21 PM
The power of the people is stronger than the people in power. We reject any and all attempts to strip away our rights and dismantle our democracy.
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Join us in protest on October 18. Find an event near you today.
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No Kings
As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...
www.nokings.org
October 9, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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Employees of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services oversee lawful immigration applications. They've never been authorized to make arrests, carry firearms, or execute search warrants — until now.
This intimidation tactic is unnecessary and cruel.
This intimidation tactic is unnecessary and cruel.
How is Trump Weaponizing USCIS for the First Time?
USCIS once managed legal immigration. Now, Trump is weaponizing the agency—turning America’s immigration system into a deportation machine.
www.aclu.org
October 9, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Employees of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services oversee lawful immigration applications. They've never been authorized to make arrests, carry firearms, or execute search warrants — until now.
This intimidation tactic is unnecessary and cruel.
This intimidation tactic is unnecessary and cruel.
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From voting rights to trans rights, the Supreme Court has several major cases on its docket this term — we're ready to defend all of our freedoms.
As Supreme Court returns, major tests ahead for Trump's presidential power
The Supreme Court's new term features major disputes over presidential power with implications for the economy, American foreign policy, and the midterm elections.
abcnews.go.com
October 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
From voting rights to trans rights, the Supreme Court has several major cases on its docket this term — we're ready to defend all of our freedoms.
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President Trump has relentlessly come after media companies, journalists, and even entertainers for publicly opposing him.
Congress must defend the First Amendment and protect our free press.
Congress must defend the First Amendment and protect our free press.
Congress: Protect Our Free Press
The Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act is our chance to rein in the FCC's out-of-control attacks on our free press. Congress must act now to pass this bill.
action.aclu.org
October 8, 2025 at 11:56 PM
President Trump has relentlessly come after media companies, journalists, and even entertainers for publicly opposing him.
Congress must defend the First Amendment and protect our free press.
Congress must defend the First Amendment and protect our free press.