Alex Galt
@alexgalt.com
Earth, North America, Great Lakes, Wisconsin
I'm proud that my first vote (1992) was cast for Russ Feingold. He and Paul Wellstone are still in my top 5 political crushes. Not only did he vote against DHS, he was the sole vote against the Patriot Act (it was 98-1 in the Senate). That's political courage.
This is who voted against establishing DHS
January 18, 2026 at 4:57 PM
I'm proud that my first vote (1992) was cast for Russ Feingold. He and Paul Wellstone are still in my top 5 political crushes. Not only did he vote against DHS, he was the sole vote against the Patriot Act (it was 98-1 in the Senate). That's political courage.
Should never look at the internet while trying to wind down for the evening.
January 12, 2026 at 1:46 AM
Should never look at the internet while trying to wind down for the evening.
Between this, the increase in digital surveillance, and Trump seeming to want to divide the world into three totalitarian power blocs, Orwell's looking more prescient every day.
January 8, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Between this, the increase in digital surveillance, and Trump seeming to want to divide the world into three totalitarian power blocs, Orwell's looking more prescient every day.
post a perfect album from the 90s that isn't nirvana, pearl jam, soundgarden, or Alice In Chains.
"millions now living will never die" by Tortoise, it happens to be what I'm listening to right now. This one really redefined what a band could be for me.
"millions now living will never die" by Tortoise, it happens to be what I'm listening to right now. This one really redefined what a band could be for me.
December 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
post a perfect album from the 90s that isn't nirvana, pearl jam, soundgarden, or Alice In Chains.
"millions now living will never die" by Tortoise, it happens to be what I'm listening to right now. This one really redefined what a band could be for me.
"millions now living will never die" by Tortoise, it happens to be what I'm listening to right now. This one really redefined what a band could be for me.
For the record, my last name really is 'Galt' and it's not some kind of nom de internet reference to objectivism. I just had a disconcerting exchange, and not for the first time.
December 26, 2025 at 8:43 PM
For the record, my last name really is 'Galt' and it's not some kind of nom de internet reference to objectivism. I just had a disconcerting exchange, and not for the first time.
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My 82 year old Dad has been painting Snoopy on our windows since 1969. Here's this year's effort Vs his first one.
(Check out that late 60s decor.)
(Check out that late 60s decor.)
December 24, 2025 at 10:25 AM
My 82 year old Dad has been painting Snoopy on our windows since 1969. Here's this year's effort Vs his first one.
(Check out that late 60s decor.)
(Check out that late 60s decor.)
The best illustration of the power of photography that I’ve seen recently.
Oh my god y'all I had not seen the rest of the Vanity Fair photos holy shit. Christopher Anderson deserves a medal.
Look at this. He left the LIGHT SWITCHES in the edited photos! These assholes look like their well-meaning mom took a picture of them on their first day in a grown-up job.
Look at this. He left the LIGHT SWITCHES in the edited photos! These assholes look like their well-meaning mom took a picture of them on their first day in a grown-up job.
December 17, 2025 at 3:45 PM
The best illustration of the power of photography that I’ve seen recently.
8 in 2025, 19 otherwise (never did AOL.)
Show your age
17 (have never used a fax machine, a record player, or a phone booth)
17 (have never used a fax machine, a record player, or a phone booth)
December 16, 2025 at 3:27 AM
8 in 2025, 19 otherwise (never did AOL.)
Outside Chaco Canyon, New Mexico, October 2022
#BelieveInFilm #NewMexico #KodakGold #AgfaIsoletteL
In Wisconsin, we would have built a state park around this. In New Mexico, it was just our AirBnB's backyard. I've been going back through stuff I shot with the Isolette... not a bad camera!
#BelieveInFilm #NewMexico #KodakGold #AgfaIsoletteL
In Wisconsin, we would have built a state park around this. In New Mexico, it was just our AirBnB's backyard. I've been going back through stuff I shot with the Isolette... not a bad camera!
December 15, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Outside Chaco Canyon, New Mexico, October 2022
#BelieveInFilm #NewMexico #KodakGold #AgfaIsoletteL
In Wisconsin, we would have built a state park around this. In New Mexico, it was just our AirBnB's backyard. I've been going back through stuff I shot with the Isolette... not a bad camera!
#BelieveInFilm #NewMexico #KodakGold #AgfaIsoletteL
In Wisconsin, we would have built a state park around this. In New Mexico, it was just our AirBnB's backyard. I've been going back through stuff I shot with the Isolette... not a bad camera!
The rocket pistol wasn’t harmless. That’s my diagnosis.
December 6, 2025 at 8:59 PM
The rocket pistol wasn’t harmless. That’s my diagnosis.
Water Park, 2025
Once there was a water park,
now it's a peaceful oasis...
Bronica ETR, 200mm f4.5 Zenzanon-MC, Kodak Gold #BelieveInFIlm #IShootFilm #Wisconsin
Once there was a water park,
now it's a peaceful oasis...
Bronica ETR, 200mm f4.5 Zenzanon-MC, Kodak Gold #BelieveInFIlm #IShootFilm #Wisconsin
December 2, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Water Park, 2025
Once there was a water park,
now it's a peaceful oasis...
Bronica ETR, 200mm f4.5 Zenzanon-MC, Kodak Gold #BelieveInFIlm #IShootFilm #Wisconsin
Once there was a water park,
now it's a peaceful oasis...
Bronica ETR, 200mm f4.5 Zenzanon-MC, Kodak Gold #BelieveInFIlm #IShootFilm #Wisconsin
When I heard about #TheStringer and the questioning of Ut’s credit for “Napalm Girl,” I assumed it would be sensationalist bs. Now that I’ve seen it, I see it’s not. It’s a compelling story with compelling evidence. I haven’t seen any kind of response from Ut, the AP’s report isn’t persuasive.
November 30, 2025 at 9:42 PM
When I heard about #TheStringer and the questioning of Ut’s credit for “Napalm Girl,” I assumed it would be sensationalist bs. Now that I’ve seen it, I see it’s not. It’s a compelling story with compelling evidence. I haven’t seen any kind of response from Ut, the AP’s report isn’t persuasive.
Isn't there a nationwide nurse shortage? Why would anyone do this?
Under new Trump administration rules, students won't be able to borrow as much for medical or nursing school or some other health professions. n.pr/49F5HOn
New limits on school loans could narrow physician and nurse pipeline, educators warn
Under new Trump administration rules, students won't be able to borrow as much for medical or nursing school or some other health professions.
n.pr
November 25, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Isn't there a nationwide nurse shortage? Why would anyone do this?
Over on the blog, I have just published "Five Recent Stereoviews." This is five, recent stereo views. I've even set it up so that you download them, print them, and then load them into your Victorian stereo viewer to revel in their dimensionality. #BelieveInFIlm #IShootFilm #StereoPhotography
Five Recent Stereoviews
Is there a nerdier branch of photography than stereo photography? (Yes, almost certainly.) Our interest, as a family, goes back a year or so to when we were clearing out Linda’s dad’s r…
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November 25, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Over on the blog, I have just published "Five Recent Stereoviews." This is five, recent stereo views. I've even set it up so that you download them, print them, and then load them into your Victorian stereo viewer to revel in their dimensionality. #BelieveInFIlm #IShootFilm #StereoPhotography
Look how lame and disingenuous Rep. Tony Wied (WI-08) is... Here's a screen shot of an email I just received in which he's giving Republicans the credit for the Epstein File transparency bill. Can't wait to vote this guy out. #Wisconsin #TonyWIed #WI08 #EpsteinFiles
November 19, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Look how lame and disingenuous Rep. Tony Wied (WI-08) is... Here's a screen shot of an email I just received in which he's giving Republicans the credit for the Epstein File transparency bill. Can't wait to vote this guy out. #Wisconsin #TonyWIed #WI08 #EpsteinFiles
@jaystephens.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy Here’s another peak 2025 morsel for you.
🚨 EXPOSED: Parents are being threatened for recording their own kids’ hockey games. Private equity bought the rinks, banned filming, and now charges up to $50 a month to watch youth sports.
November 18, 2025 at 8:24 PM
@jaystephens.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy Here’s another peak 2025 morsel for you.
Wigwam Exhibit, Wisconsin 2025 (Bronica ETR, 75mm f2.8 Zenzanon-MC, Kodak Gold 200) #BelieveInFIlm #FilmIsNotDead #Wisconsin
November 11, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Wigwam Exhibit, Wisconsin 2025 (Bronica ETR, 75mm f2.8 Zenzanon-MC, Kodak Gold 200) #BelieveInFIlm #FilmIsNotDead #Wisconsin
November 10, 2025 at 1:09 AM
For #FountainPenDay2025... I’ve been using refillable fountain pens since 2017. It was another thing I could stop treating as disposable. (I used to blow through Pilot G-2s.) These are more fun. I’ve misplaced 2 pens, but thrown away 0. I’ve IDed these in the alt text if you’re curious.
November 7, 2025 at 11:33 PM
For #FountainPenDay2025... I’ve been using refillable fountain pens since 2017. It was another thing I could stop treating as disposable. (I used to blow through Pilot G-2s.) These are more fun. I’ve misplaced 2 pens, but thrown away 0. I’ve IDed these in the alt text if you’re curious.
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Georgia Democrats had not won a statewide race that wasn't for a federal office since 2006.
They won two races tonight, both against GOP incumbents.
The margins? 62% to 38% in both.
They won two races tonight, both against GOP incumbents.
The margins? 62% to 38% in both.
November 5, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Georgia Democrats had not won a statewide race that wasn't for a federal office since 2006.
They won two races tonight, both against GOP incumbents.
The margins? 62% to 38% in both.
They won two races tonight, both against GOP incumbents.
The margins? 62% to 38% in both.
This is great for Georgia! Wish we had elections for utility commission in Wisconsin...
RESULT: Democrats have flipped two seats on Georgia's utility commission.
The commission shapes Georgia's environmental future, determining the state's energy mix between clean energy and fossil fuel sources.
The commission shapes Georgia's environmental future, determining the state's energy mix between clean energy and fossil fuel sources.
In upset, Democrats win in PSC races that could affect Georgia Power bills
Democrats Alicia Johnson and Peter Hubbard won statewide elections, defeating Republican incumbents, for seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission.
www.ajc.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:15 AM
This is great for Georgia! Wish we had elections for utility commission in Wisconsin...
Really jealous of the people who get to vote tomorrow.
Folks, tomorrow, 11/4, over 52K races happen nationwide! Key contests are in CA, NJ, PA & VA, with others in ME, MS, and beyond. Real change starts local—vote in every race to shape policies in your state and community. Your voice matters up and down the ballot! #Election2025
a box that says vote on it with an american flag
ALT: a box that says vote on it with an american flag
media.tenor.com
November 3, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Really jealous of the people who get to vote tomorrow.
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France can keep it. We have our own now.
Originally requested by Neil Meaton
Originally requested by Neil Meaton
July 9, 2025 at 10:42 AM
France can keep it. We have our own now.
Originally requested by Neil Meaton
Originally requested by Neil Meaton
Cartoonish
Stephen Miller: "They say they are trying to kill the fascists & stop the fascists. It's deliberate. President Trump is saying that we as a nation are not going to tolerate it anymore & the joint terrorism task force at the FBI is going to find these terrorists & we're going to put them behind bars"
October 1, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Cartoonish
I just cracked the code... Trump's invading PO(rt)LAND. Get it? It's just another Nazi dog whistle.
September 30, 2025 at 10:43 AM
I just cracked the code... Trump's invading PO(rt)LAND. Get it? It's just another Nazi dog whistle.