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Musk is unilaterally wrecking the government from within and lining his own pockets. Get him out, terminate his access to all government systems. If you can't rally the public against a cartoonishly corrupt bond villain who's stealing from them in plain sight then get out of politics
Senate Democrats met privately today for lunch to discuss strategy. They widely disapprove of the six-month bill that House Republicans passed, but they remain jittery about a government shutdown if it fails. With Rand Paul a NO, the bill needs at least 8 Dems to pass the Senate. Jury's still out.
March 12, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Musk is unilaterally wrecking the government from within and lining his own pockets. Get him out, terminate his access to all government systems. If you can't rally the public against a cartoonishly corrupt bond villain who's stealing from them in plain sight then get out of politics
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The Bush era strikes again
Just FYI arresting a greencard holder for otherwise 1A-protected protest, overnighting him to a private detention facility in central Louisiana, & holding him w/o bond pending review of his status by an immigration judge can all be easily justified by law which has been in effect for 20 years
March 11, 2025 at 6:45 PM
The Bush era strikes again
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Oh, PLEASE stop feeding kitties raw food diets! The bird flu is making them sick and some have died 🥺
This is serious 💔
This is serious 💔
More cat food recalls! More cats dying from bird flu! Please share!
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Further cat food recalled amid bird flu concerns with more cats falling ill
The US Food and Drug Administration has recalled a further four products
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March 11, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Oh, PLEASE stop feeding kitties raw food diets! The bird flu is making them sick and some have died 🥺
This is serious 💔
This is serious 💔
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Newsom is platforming Nazis. I’ll do whatever the fuck I want as I’m embarrassed I ever voted for this slick suit with no morals.
March 12, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Newsom is platforming Nazis. I’ll do whatever the fuck I want as I’m embarrassed I ever voted for this slick suit with no morals.
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the absolute most charitable thing you can say about a lot of democratic lawmakers is that they want to hold onto a political order that no longer exists
The embodiment of Democratic Party resistance. “They’re throwing out the Constitution. I’m not sure how I’ll vote on it.”
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
March 12, 2025 at 2:57 PM
the absolute most charitable thing you can say about a lot of democratic lawmakers is that they want to hold onto a political order that no longer exists
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I mean, if they've mortgaged themselves by borrowing against their paper wealth, and that paper wealth drops precipitously via boycotts such that they are underwater on their loans, then you can definitely hurt them. There's a reason why a certain fashy billionaire is panicking right about now.
Another thought about boycott is that a billionaire makes so much money off of the money they already have, that it's very hard to impact that. Sure, a boycott can cost them money, which they make back doing absolutely nothing.
March 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
I mean, if they've mortgaged themselves by borrowing against their paper wealth, and that paper wealth drops precipitously via boycotts such that they are underwater on their loans, then you can definitely hurt them. There's a reason why a certain fashy billionaire is panicking right about now.
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It’s like playing a board game against someone eating the pieces and punching you while you try to read the rules of the game but they’re wearing earplugs and don’t give a shit. Except democracy is on the line. But you won’t punch back because people who will never vote for you might get mad.
One thing you really see every day is the different risk appetites between MAGA-era Republicans and Democrats. Basically compulsive, reckless, dangerous constant risk-seeking, versus almost comical levels of risk-aversion.
March 12, 2025 at 5:46 PM
It’s like playing a board game against someone eating the pieces and punching you while you try to read the rules of the game but they’re wearing earplugs and don’t give a shit. Except democracy is on the line. But you won’t punch back because people who will never vote for you might get mad.
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MORE OF THIS
Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, who is also an NYC Mayoral candidate, is held back by authorities as he tries to approach President Trump’s border czar Tom Homan.
This is in Albany.
(Video: Bill Mahoney)
This is in Albany.
(Video: Bill Mahoney)
March 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
MORE OF THIS
Hi fellow ‘genre’ writers… I’m just leaving this one here. Who wants to tell Mr. ‘OpenAI’ that he should actually read some books? siliconangle.com/2025/03/11/s...
Sam Altman says OpenAI has trained a fiction writing AI model that’s actually decent - SiliconANGLE
Sam Altman says OpenAI has trained a fiction writing AI model that’s actually decent - SiliconANGLE
siliconangle.com
March 12, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Hi fellow ‘genre’ writers… I’m just leaving this one here. Who wants to tell Mr. ‘OpenAI’ that he should actually read some books? siliconangle.com/2025/03/11/s...
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On Monday, March 3, you are cordially invited to the 73rd Anniversary of the Meteor Commemorative Gala. We will mix, mingle, and remember as we fundraise for trans writers and enjoy the recommendations of the virtual bartender and book bar. I hope you'll join. www.tickettailor.com/events/maryr...
March 1, 2025 at 3:43 PM
On Monday, March 3, you are cordially invited to the 73rd Anniversary of the Meteor Commemorative Gala. We will mix, mingle, and remember as we fundraise for trans writers and enjoy the recommendations of the virtual bartender and book bar. I hope you'll join. www.tickettailor.com/events/maryr...
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There’s also to be frank no other path back to any sane idea normalcy. Empower another Democrat who can’t stomach confrontation and just wants to turn the page, and we’ll go on living without the rule of law, constantly menaced by authoritarians.
democrats are really going to convince themselves that “a return to normalcy” is what people want when its really “rebuild, investigate, imprison”
March 1, 2025 at 4:48 PM
There’s also to be frank no other path back to any sane idea normalcy. Empower another Democrat who can’t stomach confrontation and just wants to turn the page, and we’ll go on living without the rule of law, constantly menaced by authoritarians.
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Civil asset forfeiture is a procedure where law enforcement is allowed to seize any property they allege is involved in a crime.
SPLC's latest report highlights how forfeitures have disproportionately impacted Black communities throughout the state. Read more:
www.splcenter.org/re...
SPLC's latest report highlights how forfeitures have disproportionately impacted Black communities throughout the state. Read more:
www.splcenter.org/re...
March 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Civil asset forfeiture is a procedure where law enforcement is allowed to seize any property they allege is involved in a crime.
SPLC's latest report highlights how forfeitures have disproportionately impacted Black communities throughout the state. Read more:
www.splcenter.org/re...
SPLC's latest report highlights how forfeitures have disproportionately impacted Black communities throughout the state. Read more:
www.splcenter.org/re...
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Never photographed together
March 1, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Never photographed together
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Feeling tremendous guilt that I can’t contribute to every single Go Fund Me myself, as if I alone were meant to be the public safety net.
January 11, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Feeling tremendous guilt that I can’t contribute to every single Go Fund Me myself, as if I alone were meant to be the public safety net.
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PSA for cat owners in the US: cats have been contracting H5N1 (bird flu). They are very susceptible to it and the fatality rate for cats is 67%. To avoid it:
-keep your cats indoors. They can catch it from infected birds and mice.
-do not feed them raw dairy
-do not feed them raw meat
-keep your cats indoors. They can catch it from infected birds and mice.
-do not feed them raw dairy
-do not feed them raw meat
Cats in the U.S. Are Contracting Bird Flu: What Pet Parents Need to Know
Cases in domesticated cats have risen dramatically over the past year.
pethelpful.com
December 26, 2024 at 3:20 PM
PSA for cat owners in the US: cats have been contracting H5N1 (bird flu). They are very susceptible to it and the fatality rate for cats is 67%. To avoid it:
-keep your cats indoors. They can catch it from infected birds and mice.
-do not feed them raw dairy
-do not feed them raw meat
-keep your cats indoors. They can catch it from infected birds and mice.
-do not feed them raw dairy
-do not feed them raw meat
First golden gate picture of the new year
January 2, 2025 at 1:52 AM
First golden gate picture of the new year
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My first social media post of 2025: check out this very handy reference guide to all the new publishers, imprints, literary agencies, and literary agents announced in 2024 (and there are a lot) (via the essential and indefatigable @janefriedman.com ) hotsheetpub.com/2024/12/new-...
New Publishers and Agents in 2024 | The Hot Sheet
A roundup of new publishers, imprints, and agents announced in 2024, as covered in The Hot Sheet.
hotsheetpub.com
January 1, 2025 at 5:31 PM
My first social media post of 2025: check out this very handy reference guide to all the new publishers, imprints, literary agencies, and literary agents announced in 2024 (and there are a lot) (via the essential and indefatigable @janefriedman.com ) hotsheetpub.com/2024/12/new-...
Happy New Year… have some bacon, you deserve it
January 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Happy New Year… have some bacon, you deserve it
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Scam alert: KDP authors, be alert for a probable phishing/Amazon account hijacking scam that appears to be doing the rounds (I'd love to think that "Kindle Compliance Team" using a Gmail address would be a big clue, but sadly many writers will overlook this)
![From: Kindle Compliance Team <kindlecomplianceteam@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Dec 7, 2024 at 1:44 PM
Subject: Metadata Issues Detected On Your Amazon Account
To: [redacted]
Dear [redacted],
We've conducted a thorough review of your Amazon account and identified some critical configuration discrepancies that require immediate attention. These issues may be impacting your book's visibility, sales, and overall compliance with Amazon's policies.
The specific areas that need to be fixed are:
- ONIX 3.0 formatting inconsistencies affecting data exchange and book discoverability
- XML schema definition issues causing errors in book metadata processing
- EAN/UPC identifier mismatches leading to potential book duplication or incorrect sales tracking
- Inconsistent or missing ISBN-13 and ASIN assignments causing issues with book cataloging and visibility
If left unaddressed, these issues may result in:
- Reduced book visibility in search results
- Decreased sales and royalties
- Potential account suspension
Our team of experts, specializing in Amazon metadata management, is available to provide personalized guidance and support to ensure your account is optimized for maximum visibility and compliance.
Please note that Amazon's policies require accurate and consistent metadata to ensure a smooth customer experience.
We're committed to supporting you in resolving this matter. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Warm regards,
Kindle Compliance Team
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December 8, 2024 at 5:59 PM
Scam alert: KDP authors, be alert for a probable phishing/Amazon account hijacking scam that appears to be doing the rounds (I'd love to think that "Kindle Compliance Team" using a Gmail address would be a big clue, but sadly many writers will overlook this)
I am on a quest for the perfect size box to pack books. On a related note - may publishers of odd sized books stub their toe on the way to the bathroom at night.
December 3, 2024 at 12:29 AM
I am on a quest for the perfect size box to pack books. On a related note - may publishers of odd sized books stub their toe on the way to the bathroom at night.
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It is time.
December 2, 2024 at 9:13 PM
It is time.