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Pokermask

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Bionicle content-creator, music producer, songwriter/composer, investor, foodie and human rights advocate 🇵🇸 🇺🇦 🇦🇲 🇺🇳 https://linktr.ee/pokermask

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · Aug 10

"Music Inspired by BIONICLE: Kanohi Collection" is out now on Bandcamp!

#BIONICLE #810NICLEDay

Music Inspired by BIONICLE: Kanohi Collection, by Pokermask

22 track album

pokermask.bandcamp.com

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

I sincerely hope that future selections better reflect the true spirit of peace, justice, and self-determination, and that the Venezuelan people one day experience a genuinely democratic and peaceful future that arises from within their own nation.

That is all… indefinitely.

11/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

While I respect the Norwegian Nobel Committee and the values the Peace Prize is meant to uphold, I can’t help but feel that this year’s choice seriously undermines their credibility.

10/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

To me, these are not the actions or beliefs of a peace activist, but of someone aligned with violent regime change and imperialist interests.

9/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

Machado has also backed or participated in previous coup attempts against the Venezuelan government (notably in 2002 and 2014), and has expressed support for privatizing key sectors of Venezuelan infrastructure, including access to drinking water.

8/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

She has expressed support for the war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel’s genocide in Gaza, even going so far as to call for Israel to ”liberate” Venezuela through military intervention.

7/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

She has repeatedly praised U.S. President Donald Trump and supported several of his hawkish, interventionist policies, including calls for regime change in Venezuela through violent or foreign-backed means.

6/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

That said… I do not believe María Corina Machado represents the best interests of Venezuelans, nor do I believe she embodies the spirit of peace implied by this year’s Nobel recognition.

5/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

I believe in an organic and peaceful transition of power that respects Venezuela’s sovereignty and the democratic will of its people.

4/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

First and foremost, I want to be clear: I do not support President Nicolás Maduro. His administration has inflicted genuine harm on Venezuelans through corruption, human rights abuses, and democratic backsliding.

3/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

Since then, I’ve learned more about her record and positions, which ultimately led me to retract my statement… I’d like to explain why.

2/11

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3h

Yesterday, I shared a brief statement congratulating Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado on winning this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, while also emphasizing the importance of bringing more attention to Venezuela’s ongoing democratic crisis.

1/11

#HandsOffVenezuela #NobelPeacePrize

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 18h

Retracted my earlier statement today regarding Maria Corina Machado, cause the information I've learned about her since is... not great, if I am to be generous.

I should have a statement about it tomorrow...

#HandsOffVenezuela #NobelPeacePrize

When Maria Corina Machado Wins the Nobel Peace Prize, “Peace” Has Lost Its Meaning.

When Maria Corina Machado Wins the Nobel Peace Prize, “Peace” Has Lost Its Meaning. By: Michelle Ellner

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 1d

And some honorable mentions, as I go through the list of reported nominations:

- Francesca Albanese
- Emergency Response Rooms
- Alexei Gorinov
- Grupo Por Un País Mejor
- Porpora Marcasciano
- Cheryl Perera
- Mazin Qumsiyeh
- Feride Rushiti
- Women of the Sun / Women Wage Peace

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 1d

Today, the Norwegian Nobel Committee will announce this year's laureate for the Nobel Peace Prize. Here's my shortlist of who I believe are most deserving of the price this year:

- Issa Amro & Jeff Halper
- B'Tselem
- Chow Hang-tung
- Gubad Ibadoghlu
- Greta Thunberg
- World Uyghur Congress

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 2d

Funny enough, it's the exact list or predictions I had last year…

So we'll see.

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 2d

Today, the Swedish Academy will announce this year's laureate for the Nobel Prize in Literature. Here's my shortlist of who I believe got the best chances:

- Margaret Atwood
- Linton Kwesi Johnson
- Joni Mitchell
- Haruki Murakami
- Gerald Murnane
- Joyce Carol Oates
- Thomas Pynchon
- Can Xue

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 2d

The first greatest hits record from the Le-Koro Band is finally available on streaming services!

#BIONICLE #810NICLEDay

Le-Koro Band - Le-Koro Band Greatest Hits Vol. I

Listen to Le-Koro Band Greatest Hits Vol. I on TIDAL

tidal.com

Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3d

The track is dedicated to all lives lost in Gaza. Its themes of sacrifice and brotherhood, originally inspired by the character of Toa Lhikan, now carry a wider meaning: remembering those who are gone, and holding on to hope in the face of despair.

Includes spoken word by The Bionicle Collective.

Pokermask and Co. - Brother: Elegy

YouTube video by Pokermask

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 3d

A new charity single is out!

This is a reimagined version of the track ”Brother” from ”Music Inspired by BIONICLE”, expanded from a short piano piece into a full post-rock instrumental.

#BIONICLE #FreePalestine

Brother: Elegy, by Pokermask and Co.

2 track album

pokermask.bandcamp.com

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 6d

Din tystnad när en av våra medborgare tvingas gå igenom tortyr är avskyvärd, Ulf Kristersson…

Avgå i skam!

Befria Greta Thunberg!

#FreeGretaThunberg #FreePalestine

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 6d

Your inaction as one of our citizens are being subjected to torture is disgusting, Ulf Kristersson…

Resign in shame!

Free Greta Thunberg!

#FreeGreta #FreePalestine

Dagens ETC @etc.se · 6d

Den turkiska journalisten Ersan Celik, en av deltagarna på Global sumud flotilla som har släppts av Israel, berättar för en reporter på Istanbuls flygplats att Greta Thunberg förnedras i israeliskt fängelse.

– Hon tvingades att kräla och kyssa den israeliska flaggan.

Turkisk journalist: Greta förnedrades i fängelset

Vittnar om att Greta Thunberg tvingades krypa och kyssa Israels flagga.

www.etc.se

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Mitchell Plitnick @mjplitnick.bsky.social · 15d

#SouthPark is often offensive and always silly. But sometimes, that approach nails it better than most. This short clip is an example.

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Al Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 19d

BREAKING: The governments of Canada, Australia and the UK have formally recognised the Palestinian state.

🔴 LIVE updates: aje.io/lcqb2s

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 23d

Brian Eno is hosting a live show at Wembley Arena in London, where all money made will go to organizations working in Gaza.

You can follow the event live on YouTube. Starts very soon...

#Together4Palestine #FreePalestine

Together for Palestine

YouTube video by Brian Eno

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Pokermask @pokermask.xyz · 23d

If you can, please donate to @pal-humanity.bsky.social to support their vital work in Gaza.

Every cent counts…

#FreePalestine

Pal Humanity @pal-humanity.bsky.social · 23d

⚠️ The UN has confirmed: Israel’s actions in Gaza meet the definition of genocide.

Pal Humanity is still on the ground — led by Dr. Nour & Dr. Nagham — delivering medical care, food, education, and tents for displaced families.

Silence is complicity.
➡️ Donate now: palhumanity.com