Ricardo Alfaro
@ralfaro.bsky.social
Originally from SJU, now in ALX. Passionate about tech with the occasional politics, theater, and lightsaber on the side. Software developer.
I’ve returned to cable TV model via Sling. I’ve had enough of the just streaming model. I personally find it easier to discover new programs by just tuning in to a broadcast channel.
September 9, 2025 at 1:08 AM
I’ve returned to cable TV model via Sling. I’ve had enough of the just streaming model. I personally find it easier to discover new programs by just tuning in to a broadcast channel.
@ryanbelmore.bsky.social please check your news email for a respectful observation.
April 28, 2025 at 3:07 AM
@ryanbelmore.bsky.social please check your news email for a respectful observation.
Here’s my statement on @actblueorg.bsky.social as Vice Chair of Technology and Communications of @vademocrats.bsky.social - vademocrats.substack.com/p/actblue-an...
ActBlue and the rumors of an Executive Order
As with any rapidly evolving situation, having a contingency plan is always a wise approach.
vademocrats.substack.com
April 24, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Here’s my statement on @actblueorg.bsky.social as Vice Chair of Technology and Communications of @vademocrats.bsky.social - vademocrats.substack.com/p/actblue-an...
Last call for this! Wondering what MetroStage is all about? Here’s a glimpse from WETA: weta.org/watch/shows/...
April 15, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Last call for this! Wondering what MetroStage is all about? Here’s a glimpse from WETA: weta.org/watch/shows/...
This Wednesday, April 16, MetroStage is hosting a beautiful tribute to the life and work of Athol Fugard at The Lyceum. I’m looking for six guests to join me as my guests for the evening—your ticket is on me. If you’re interested, send me a message! Event details: mailchi.mp/metrostage/t...
MetroStage at the Lyceum presents: A Tribute to Athol Fugard With a reading of The Island
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April 14, 2025 at 10:01 AM
This Wednesday, April 16, MetroStage is hosting a beautiful tribute to the life and work of Athol Fugard at The Lyceum. I’m looking for six guests to join me as my guests for the evening—your ticket is on me. If you’re interested, send me a message! Event details: mailchi.mp/metrostage/t...
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NEW: I confirmed w/ CBP that the email @nicolemicheroni.bsky.social receive telling her to self-deport is real, not a scam. It's also is very weird and likely causing fear and chaos. I spoke w/ Micheroni—a US citizen and immigration attorney—about her experience. www.wired.com/story/homela...
Homeland Security Email Tells a US Citizen to 'Immediately' Self-Deport
An email sent by the Department of Homeland Security instructs people in the US on a temporary legal status to leave the country. But who the email actually applies to—and who actually received it—is ...
www.wired.com
April 13, 2025 at 1:36 AM
NEW: I confirmed w/ CBP that the email @nicolemicheroni.bsky.social receive telling her to self-deport is real, not a scam. It's also is very weird and likely causing fear and chaos. I spoke w/ Micheroni—a US citizen and immigration attorney—about her experience. www.wired.com/story/homela...
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Some personal news: the Department of Homeland Security has given me, an immigration lawyer born in Newton, Massachusetts, seven days to leave the U.S. Does anyone know if you can get Italian citizenship through great-grandparents?
April 11, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Some personal news: the Department of Homeland Security has given me, an immigration lawyer born in Newton, Massachusetts, seven days to leave the U.S. Does anyone know if you can get Italian citizenship through great-grandparents?
Seeing very few drivers following the new 25 MPH speed limit on Eisenhower Ave. More Alexandria Police presence would help reinforce the change. Starting to feel like the odd one out for actually following the law.
April 11, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Seeing very few drivers following the new 25 MPH speed limit on Eisenhower Ave. More Alexandria Police presence would help reinforce the change. Starting to feel like the odd one out for actually following the law.
The sunset began in January. February is twilight. I fear March (the budget) will be darkness.
March 1, 2025 at 1:30 AM
The sunset began in January. February is twilight. I fear March (the budget) will be darkness.
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What a bland 404. They need to spruce it up. Like the Failwhale from the site formerly known as Twitter!
February 27, 2025 at 3:15 AM
What a bland 404. They need to spruce it up. Like the Failwhale from the site formerly known as Twitter!
All good, Facebook?
February 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
All good, Facebook?
…as I was saying last night. Waiting for the talking point: “He hasn’t already taken office and is already Making America Great Again.” 😒🤦🏻♂️
January 19, 2025 at 8:09 PM
…as I was saying last night. Waiting for the talking point: “He hasn’t already taken office and is already Making America Great Again.” 😒🤦🏻♂️
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4) "This infringes my speech!"
You can still upload videos to other platforms if you like. Might not be the same experience, and that may suck. But speech and reach are not the same, and you're not guaranteed the latter.
You can still upload videos to other platforms if you like. Might not be the same experience, and that may suck. But speech and reach are not the same, and you're not guaranteed the latter.
January 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
4) "This infringes my speech!"
You can still upload videos to other platforms if you like. Might not be the same experience, and that may suck. But speech and reach are not the same, and you're not guaranteed the latter.
You can still upload videos to other platforms if you like. Might not be the same experience, and that may suck. But speech and reach are not the same, and you're not guaranteed the latter.
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8) This is a good opportunity to step back and carefully consider, "Are my Internet habits helping me achieve my goals or not? Are they actually making me happy and successful, or am I just numbing myself or creating anxiety?"
Choose for yourself the right level of engagement with the Internet.
Choose for yourself the right level of engagement with the Internet.
January 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
8) This is a good opportunity to step back and carefully consider, "Are my Internet habits helping me achieve my goals or not? Are they actually making me happy and successful, or am I just numbing myself or creating anxiety?"
Choose for yourself the right level of engagement with the Internet.
Choose for yourself the right level of engagement with the Internet.
There’s a lot of confusion of social media. In my opinion, social media outgrew the definition of social media. TikTok, Instagram, and other similar platforms have become merchant ecosystems for small businesses and local communities. Is everything in these platforms age appropriate? Absolutely not.
January 19, 2025 at 6:23 AM
There’s a lot of confusion of social media. In my opinion, social media outgrew the definition of social media. TikTok, Instagram, and other similar platforms have become merchant ecosystems for small businesses and local communities. Is everything in these platforms age appropriate? Absolutely not.
Day 2 on exploring RedNote because of the now imminent TikTok ban: let me see if I am understanding this correctly-we banned and destroyed entire U.S. businesses and instead have an app where purchases are processed directly in a Chinese based app. 😂
January 18, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Day 2 on exploring RedNote because of the now imminent TikTok ban: let me see if I am understanding this correctly-we banned and destroyed entire U.S. businesses and instead have an app where purchases are processed directly in a Chinese based app. 😂
Let me see if I understand this correctly: U.S. bans TikTok because of Chinese interference prompting an exile to RedNote, a Chinese based app. 😂
January 16, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Let me see if I understand this correctly: U.S. bans TikTok because of Chinese interference prompting an exile to RedNote, a Chinese based app. 😂
Hello World. @gerryc-iwb.bsky.social @izqrdo.bsky.social
December 3, 2024 at 8:10 PM
Hello World. @gerryc-iwb.bsky.social @izqrdo.bsky.social
Today marks an important day as I step down from a critical local role that has meant so much to me. This video offers a glimpse into how busy life has become—sometimes making it hard to even answer calls or emails right away: youtu.be/KK_UdWhTBzo
24 Hours in Motion: Alexandria to San Juan and Back
YouTube video by Ricardo Alfaro
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December 2, 2024 at 6:13 AM
Today marks an important day as I step down from a critical local role that has meant so much to me. This video offers a glimpse into how busy life has become—sometimes making it hard to even answer calls or emails right away: youtu.be/KK_UdWhTBzo
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Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend. (also: you are important and are not alone 🧡)
November 30, 2024 at 12:00 AM
Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend. (also: you are important and are not alone 🧡)
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Rain moving in. Dry times may be few into the evening.
Since we haven't had a wet commute in a while, please try not to drive as poorly as normal.
Since we haven't had a wet commute in a while, please try not to drive as poorly as normal.
November 14, 2024 at 8:34 PM
Rain moving in. Dry times may be few into the evening.
Since we haven't had a wet commute in a while, please try not to drive as poorly as normal.
Since we haven't had a wet commute in a while, please try not to drive as poorly as normal.
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Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend.
October 25, 2024 at 11:00 PM
Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend.
Late night WAF rules adjustment to mitigate a DDoS attack.
September 28, 2024 at 8:01 AM
Late night WAF rules adjustment to mitigate a DDoS attack.
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Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend.
September 27, 2024 at 11:00 PM
Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend.