Cate
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Comic-con deciding to allow GenAi imagery in the art show —giving valuable space to GenAi users to show slop right NEXT to actual artists who worked their asses off to be there— is a disgrace!
A tone deaf decision that rewards and normalizes exploitative GenAi against artists in their own spaces!
A tone deaf decision that rewards and normalizes exploitative GenAi against artists in their own spaces!
Art Show - Comic-Con
2026 Comic-Con Art Show JULY 23 through JULY 26 The Comic-Con Art Show is open to the public—you do not need a badge to come in and enjoy or purchase artwork. However, everyone entering the Art Show i...
www.comic-con.org
January 14, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Comic-con deciding to allow GenAi imagery in the art show —giving valuable space to GenAi users to show slop right NEXT to actual artists who worked their asses off to be there— is a disgrace!
A tone deaf decision that rewards and normalizes exploitative GenAi against artists in their own spaces!
A tone deaf decision that rewards and normalizes exploitative GenAi against artists in their own spaces!
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Hey y'all! I've been sharing our linktree, but one of our printers is about to run out of filament for new whistles! If you've got ~$20 you can make hundreds of whistles happen!
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
January 13, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Hey y'all! I've been sharing our linktree, but one of our printers is about to run out of filament for new whistles! If you've got ~$20 you can make hundreds of whistles happen!
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/...
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You know how people are like "well we should just have a general strike it's simple" and then us folks who've done labor stuff are like "cute yeah try pulling that off without unions"
Well
Well
Unions and community orgs are calling for a Minnesota-wide shutdown in 10 days to protest the ferocious assault by federal immigration agents. They're saying on Jan 23, no work, no school, no shopping. SEIU Local 26, UNITE HERE Local 17, & others are supporting, w/ more to join. By me, Amie Stager
“We Are Facing a Tsunami of Hate”: Amid ICE Crackdown, Unions and Community Groups Call for Minnesota Shutdown in 10 Days
Following the ICE murder of Renee Good and an assault on the state by federal immigration forces, a labor-community coalition is calling for residents to refuse to work, shop or go to school on Januar...
inthesetimes.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:33 AM
You know how people are like "well we should just have a general strike it's simple" and then us folks who've done labor stuff are like "cute yeah try pulling that off without unions"
Well
Well
My father is reading Jezebel now. 😆
January 14, 2026 at 2:11 AM
My father is reading Jezebel now. 😆
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32 people died in ICE custody last year — the agency’s deadliest year in over two decades.
Meanwhile, private prison corporations that are building and overseeing ICE detention centers are raking it in.
Cashing in on cruelty.
Meanwhile, private prison corporations that are building and overseeing ICE detention centers are raking it in.
Cashing in on cruelty.
January 13, 2026 at 8:15 PM
32 people died in ICE custody last year — the agency’s deadliest year in over two decades.
Meanwhile, private prison corporations that are building and overseeing ICE detention centers are raking it in.
Cashing in on cruelty.
Meanwhile, private prison corporations that are building and overseeing ICE detention centers are raking it in.
Cashing in on cruelty.
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Hey CA!
Vet out candidates closely!! There are going to be a LOT of these wolves in sheep's clothing this year.
www.rawstory.com/california-r...
Vet out candidates closely!! There are going to be a LOT of these wolves in sheep's clothing this year.
www.rawstory.com/california-r...
Pro-Auschwitz Republican flips to Democrat in bid to win after California redistricting
A Republican candidate for governor in California will instead run for Congress as a Democrat despite floating Auschwitz, the infamous Nazi concentration camp, as an "unemployment plan."In paperwork f...
www.rawstory.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Hey CA!
Vet out candidates closely!! There are going to be a LOT of these wolves in sheep's clothing this year.
www.rawstory.com/california-r...
Vet out candidates closely!! There are going to be a LOT of these wolves in sheep's clothing this year.
www.rawstory.com/california-r...
I told my mom this is the song that would keep Ragtime from touring because it would wake up all the wine moms.
Truly beautiful and it makes me weep for my mother.
youtu.be/EFy62B5A11k?...
Truly beautiful and it makes me weep for my mother.
youtu.be/EFy62B5A11k?...
January 13, 2026 at 1:47 AM
I told my mom this is the song that would keep Ragtime from touring because it would wake up all the wine moms.
Truly beautiful and it makes me weep for my mother.
youtu.be/EFy62B5A11k?...
Truly beautiful and it makes me weep for my mother.
youtu.be/EFy62B5A11k?...
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Reminder: Send this to your Philly friends
Bad art for good usually focuses on environmental messaging but right now there’s…other messaging to focus on. And I think the more of that we have around the city the merrier, wouldn’t you agree?
So come on over on Jan 27th, I’ll give you snacks and beer and art supplies.
RSVP:
luma.com/tchytyt7
So come on over on Jan 27th, I’ll give you snacks and beer and art supplies.
RSVP:
luma.com/tchytyt7
January 13, 2026 at 1:41 AM
Reminder: Send this to your Philly friends
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Our official policy provides clarity on our AI usage and the broader impact of AI on the book industry as a whole. Read OverDrive's full policy here: https://bit.ly/4be33jB
January 12, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Our official policy provides clarity on our AI usage and the broader impact of AI on the book industry as a whole. Read OverDrive's full policy here: https://bit.ly/4be33jB
but seriously, listen to this song. One of the most beautifully hopefully songs (that gutpunches you every time you hear it after you see the show)
"Wheels of a Dream" from Ragtime
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks2e...
"Wheels of a Dream" from Ragtime
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks2e...
"Wheels of a Dream" - Ragtime
YouTube video by Lincoln Center Theater
www.youtube.com
January 13, 2026 at 1:19 AM
but seriously, listen to this song. One of the most beautifully hopefully songs (that gutpunches you every time you hear it after you see the show)
"Wheels of a Dream" from Ragtime
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks2e...
"Wheels of a Dream" from Ragtime
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks2e...
"And say to those who blame us
For the way we chose to fight,
That sometimes there are battles
That are more than black or white
And I could not put down my sword
When Justice was my right
Make them hear you."
I truly cannot image having to sing these lyrics eight times a week right now. <3
For the way we chose to fight,
That sometimes there are battles
That are more than black or white
And I could not put down my sword
When Justice was my right
Make them hear you."
I truly cannot image having to sing these lyrics eight times a week right now. <3
January 13, 2026 at 1:13 AM
"And say to those who blame us
For the way we chose to fight,
That sometimes there are battles
That are more than black or white
And I could not put down my sword
When Justice was my right
Make them hear you."
I truly cannot image having to sing these lyrics eight times a week right now. <3
For the way we chose to fight,
That sometimes there are battles
That are more than black or white
And I could not put down my sword
When Justice was my right
Make them hear you."
I truly cannot image having to sing these lyrics eight times a week right now. <3
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Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
U.S. Attacked Boat With Aircraft That Looked Like a Civilian Plane
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
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Any Democratic votes to fund DHS later this month as Minneapolis is being terrorized by DHS is going to be a major slap in the face to Americans living here. Demand major reforms or shut the government down.
January 13, 2026 at 12:51 AM
Any Democratic votes to fund DHS later this month as Minneapolis is being terrorized by DHS is going to be a major slap in the face to Americans living here. Demand major reforms or shut the government down.
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From a good friend in Minneapolis: "Target is allowing ICE to stage in their parking lots, use their restrooms, and abduct people from inside their stores - so if you weren’t boycotting already, now is the time." They were staging in Chicago as well.
January 12, 2026 at 3:42 PM
From a good friend in Minneapolis: "Target is allowing ICE to stage in their parking lots, use their restrooms, and abduct people from inside their stores - so if you weren’t boycotting already, now is the time." They were staging in Chicago as well.
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As Trump ramps up his cruel deportation machine, it's more important than ever to know your rights if ICE comes to your door.
Spread the word.
Spread the word.
What to Do If ICE Shows Up: Know Your Rights
Here are five guidelines for how to respond if US federal immigration agents stop, approach you, or knock at your door.
zeteo.com
January 12, 2026 at 10:00 PM
As Trump ramps up his cruel deportation machine, it's more important than ever to know your rights if ICE comes to your door.
Spread the word.
Spread the word.
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Folks on the ground are asking me to lift this up because the need is still growing, all around Minnesota.
If you can give, please do, and if you can't, please amplify!
If you can give, please do, and if you can't, please amplify!
Friends, thank you for stepping up! Over $40,000 worth of dash cams have been ordered so far for ICE observers in the Twin Cities!
Early orders are trickling in, but we’re getting them packed and deployed ASAFP - several were installed yesterday, these are ready, and 300+ are on the way!
Early orders are trickling in, but we’re getting them packed and deployed ASAFP - several were installed yesterday, these are ready, and 300+ are on the way!
January 12, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Folks on the ground are asking me to lift this up because the need is still growing, all around Minnesota.
If you can give, please do, and if you can't, please amplify!
If you can give, please do, and if you can't, please amplify!
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it is 2016. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithfuls say they just need more training.
it is 2020. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithfuls say they just need more training.
it is 2026. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithf
it is 2020. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithfuls say they just need more training.
it is 2026. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithf
January 12, 2026 at 6:10 PM
it is 2016. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithfuls say they just need more training.
it is 2020. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithfuls say they just need more training.
it is 2026. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithf
it is 2020. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithfuls say they just need more training.
it is 2026. the cops have murdered someone in minneapolis. the dem faithf
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There's a lot going on this week!
Monday - Coworking 📝
(thanks to @futurefriendsgames.com for the Early Access key to On-Together)
Wednesday - Weird Canadian Media Day! 🍁
(fundraising goal from the community 💜)
Friday - Silksong ⚔️
Sunday - Palia 🦋
Twitch.tv/FaunAndGames
youtube.com/@FaunAndGames
Monday - Coworking 📝
(thanks to @futurefriendsgames.com for the Early Access key to On-Together)
Wednesday - Weird Canadian Media Day! 🍁
(fundraising goal from the community 💜)
Friday - Silksong ⚔️
Sunday - Palia 🦋
Twitch.tv/FaunAndGames
youtube.com/@FaunAndGames
January 12, 2026 at 5:16 PM
There's a lot going on this week!
Monday - Coworking 📝
(thanks to @futurefriendsgames.com for the Early Access key to On-Together)
Wednesday - Weird Canadian Media Day! 🍁
(fundraising goal from the community 💜)
Friday - Silksong ⚔️
Sunday - Palia 🦋
Twitch.tv/FaunAndGames
youtube.com/@FaunAndGames
Monday - Coworking 📝
(thanks to @futurefriendsgames.com for the Early Access key to On-Together)
Wednesday - Weird Canadian Media Day! 🍁
(fundraising goal from the community 💜)
Friday - Silksong ⚔️
Sunday - Palia 🦋
Twitch.tv/FaunAndGames
youtube.com/@FaunAndGames
Kitten Socks Self Care Stop
Take a deep breath, relax your jaw, drink some water.
Take a deep breath, relax your jaw, drink some water.
January 12, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Kitten Socks Self Care Stop
Take a deep breath, relax your jaw, drink some water.
Take a deep breath, relax your jaw, drink some water.
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My buds and I are still sending free whistles in quantities of 100-2000 anywhere in the country! whistlerequests @ proton . me
January 12, 2026 at 2:13 PM
My buds and I are still sending free whistles in quantities of 100-2000 anywhere in the country! whistlerequests @ proton . me
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The DOJ is more than three weeks late in delivering the Epstein Files. In those three weeks:
- Trump declared himself acting President of Venezuela
- ICE murdered a woman in Minnesota
- Trump is preparing an invasion of a NATO ally
- Trump initiated a criminal investigation of Fed Chair Powell
- Trump declared himself acting President of Venezuela
- ICE murdered a woman in Minnesota
- Trump is preparing an invasion of a NATO ally
- Trump initiated a criminal investigation of Fed Chair Powell
January 12, 2026 at 1:47 AM
The DOJ is more than three weeks late in delivering the Epstein Files. In those three weeks:
- Trump declared himself acting President of Venezuela
- ICE murdered a woman in Minnesota
- Trump is preparing an invasion of a NATO ally
- Trump initiated a criminal investigation of Fed Chair Powell
- Trump declared himself acting President of Venezuela
- ICE murdered a woman in Minnesota
- Trump is preparing an invasion of a NATO ally
- Trump initiated a criminal investigation of Fed Chair Powell
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"I'm not in Minnesota -- what can I do to help?"
A list of ideas!
A list of ideas!
January 11, 2026 at 10:33 PM
"I'm not in Minnesota -- what can I do to help?"
A list of ideas!
A list of ideas!
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"At schools, volunteers are forming human chains as students and employees enter and leave, with whistles to blow if ICE shows up.
Volunteers—many of them moms already involved at their schools—divvy up tasks, such as delivering groceries to immigrant families..."
www.wsj.com/us-news/insi...
Volunteers—many of them moms already involved at their schools—divvy up tasks, such as delivering groceries to immigrant families..."
www.wsj.com/us-news/insi...
Inside Minneapolis’s Sprawling Network of ICE Watchers
Renee Nicole Good lived in a community where residents by the thousands are using text alerts, whistles and Google documents to shadow federal agents
www.wsj.com
January 11, 2026 at 8:54 PM
"At schools, volunteers are forming human chains as students and employees enter and leave, with whistles to blow if ICE shows up.
Volunteers—many of them moms already involved at their schools—divvy up tasks, such as delivering groceries to immigrant families..."
www.wsj.com/us-news/insi...
Volunteers—many of them moms already involved at their schools—divvy up tasks, such as delivering groceries to immigrant families..."
www.wsj.com/us-news/insi...
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I really need some of y'all to stop fat shaming the nazis and focus on nazi shaming them.
January 11, 2026 at 1:59 PM
I really need some of y'all to stop fat shaming the nazis and focus on nazi shaming them.
my fingers ache
to swing a weapon
so I pick up a pen
arming myself
with the truth
to swing a weapon
so I pick up a pen
arming myself
with the truth
January 11, 2026 at 2:38 AM
my fingers ache
to swing a weapon
so I pick up a pen
arming myself
with the truth
to swing a weapon
so I pick up a pen
arming myself
with the truth