Clumsy Ninja 📚
@clumsyninja.bsky.social
“Where you see wrong or inequality or injustice, speak out, because this is your country. This is your democracy.”
~ Thurgood Marshall
Public ed advocate, retired educator, global citizen attitude, crunchy liberal, atheist, pretty sweary.
~ Thurgood Marshall
Public ed advocate, retired educator, global citizen attitude, crunchy liberal, atheist, pretty sweary.
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Essay: From Caribbean sands to Colorado slopes: Conquering my first snowboard run at Eldora
Essay: From Caribbean sands to Colorado slopes: Conquering my first snowboard run at Eldora
Visiting journalist takes time to experience the Colorado high country and straps into a snowboard for the first time.
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February 14, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Essay: From Caribbean sands to Colorado slopes: Conquering my first snowboard run at Eldora
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Bluesky is the new science Twitter, new study by @whysharksmatter.bsky.social and Julia Wester concludes!
"Results show that for every reported professional benefit that scientists once gained from Twitter, scientists can now gain that benefit more effectively on Bluesky than on Twitter."
"Results show that for every reported professional benefit that scientists once gained from Twitter, scientists can now gain that benefit more effectively on Bluesky than on Twitter."
Scientists no Longer Find Twitter Professionally Useful, and have Switched to Bluesky
Synopsis. Social media has become widely used by the scientific community for a variety of professional uses, including networking and public outreach. For
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February 13, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Bluesky is the new science Twitter, new study by @whysharksmatter.bsky.social and Julia Wester concludes!
"Results show that for every reported professional benefit that scientists once gained from Twitter, scientists can now gain that benefit more effectively on Bluesky than on Twitter."
"Results show that for every reported professional benefit that scientists once gained from Twitter, scientists can now gain that benefit more effectively on Bluesky than on Twitter."
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Doctors say that vaccines protect children from dangerous diseases. A nepo baby who barbecues dogs and snorts cocaine off toilet seats says that vaccines make children vulnerable to 5G radiation. For busy parents, it can be hard to know who to trust.
February 14, 2026 at 3:39 AM
Doctors say that vaccines protect children from dangerous diseases. A nepo baby who barbecues dogs and snorts cocaine off toilet seats says that vaccines make children vulnerable to 5G radiation. For busy parents, it can be hard to know who to trust.
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For those needing a tax break on tasers, this week House Republicans had you covered.
Lowering your grocery or healthcare costs?
Nothing.
Lowering your grocery or healthcare costs?
Nothing.
February 14, 2026 at 2:24 PM
For those needing a tax break on tasers, this week House Republicans had you covered.
Lowering your grocery or healthcare costs?
Nothing.
Lowering your grocery or healthcare costs?
Nothing.
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This is Lexa. She really hopes you’ll be her valentine. Wouldn’t want to waste this look on just anybody. 14/10 (IG: bambiandlexa)
February 14, 2026 at 2:04 PM
This is Lexa. She really hopes you’ll be her valentine. Wouldn’t want to waste this look on just anybody. 14/10 (IG: bambiandlexa)
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QAnon, then: “This mention of a pizza in a John Podesta email is triangle-shaped code for underage boy and clear proof he’s a pedofile.”
QAnon, now: “A million mentions of Trump and repeated pix of him with teen girls in the Epstein files? That don’t prove shit.”
QAnon, now: “A million mentions of Trump and repeated pix of him with teen girls in the Epstein files? That don’t prove shit.”
February 14, 2026 at 2:59 PM
QAnon, then: “This mention of a pizza in a John Podesta email is triangle-shaped code for underage boy and clear proof he’s a pedofile.”
QAnon, now: “A million mentions of Trump and repeated pix of him with teen girls in the Epstein files? That don’t prove shit.”
QAnon, now: “A million mentions of Trump and repeated pix of him with teen girls in the Epstein files? That don’t prove shit.”
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"I know several teens, including my own college-age kid, who are vehemently AI. They choose not to use AI for environmental reasons, for ethical reasons, for creative reasons, or just because they want to use their own thinking. What do we tell those students? Do we have to force them to use AI?
February 14, 2026 at 1:35 PM
"I know several teens, including my own college-age kid, who are vehemently AI. They choose not to use AI for environmental reasons, for ethical reasons, for creative reasons, or just because they want to use their own thinking. What do we tell those students? Do we have to force them to use AI?
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The Trump administration’s attacks on H-2A wage protections make it harder than ever for farm workers to earn fair pay. This #ValentinesDay, remember: Love means justice. Love means protection. Stand with farmworkers. Show love to the hands that feed us. ❤️#WeFeedYou
February 14, 2026 at 3:04 PM
The Trump administration’s attacks on H-2A wage protections make it harder than ever for farm workers to earn fair pay. This #ValentinesDay, remember: Love means justice. Love means protection. Stand with farmworkers. Show love to the hands that feed us. ❤️#WeFeedYou
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We murdered three more people in a boat today
February 14, 2026 at 12:36 AM
We murdered three more people in a boat today
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Kristi Noem: "When it gets to Election Day, we've been proactive to make sure we have the right people voting, electing the right leaders to lead this country."
February 14, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Kristi Noem: "When it gets to Election Day, we've been proactive to make sure we have the right people voting, electing the right leaders to lead this country."
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2/12/2026 - Lindenwold, NJ
ICE agents chase children who were waiting at a bus stop for an elementary school
These are elementary school-age children running from adult federal agents attempting to kidnap them
ICE agents chase children who were waiting at a bus stop for an elementary school
These are elementary school-age children running from adult federal agents attempting to kidnap them
February 14, 2026 at 6:25 AM
2/12/2026 - Lindenwold, NJ
ICE agents chase children who were waiting at a bus stop for an elementary school
These are elementary school-age children running from adult federal agents attempting to kidnap them
ICE agents chase children who were waiting at a bus stop for an elementary school
These are elementary school-age children running from adult federal agents attempting to kidnap them
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In a joint statement, the foreign ministries of the U.K., France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands say Navalny was poisoned by Russia with a lethal toxin derived from the skin of poison dart frogs. n.pr/4ahfRol
5 European nations say Alexei Navalny was poisoned and blame the Kremlin
In a joint statement, the foreign ministries of the U.K., France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands say Navalny was poisoned by Russia with a lethal toxin derived from the skin of poison dart frogs.
n.pr
February 14, 2026 at 3:18 PM
In a joint statement, the foreign ministries of the U.K., France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands say Navalny was poisoned by Russia with a lethal toxin derived from the skin of poison dart frogs. n.pr/4ahfRol
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GOP Gov candidate Rep Scott Bottoms alleges Capitol pedophile rings
GOP Gov candidate Joe Oltmann: "If they do not start arresting people, the people need to take matters into their own hands"
Speaker Julie McCluskie (D) says she fears conspiracy theories will lead to violence
GOP Gov candidate Joe Oltmann: "If they do not start arresting people, the people need to take matters into their own hands"
Speaker Julie McCluskie (D) says she fears conspiracy theories will lead to violence
February 14, 2026 at 3:41 AM
GOP Gov candidate Rep Scott Bottoms alleges Capitol pedophile rings
GOP Gov candidate Joe Oltmann: "If they do not start arresting people, the people need to take matters into their own hands"
Speaker Julie McCluskie (D) says she fears conspiracy theories will lead to violence
GOP Gov candidate Joe Oltmann: "If they do not start arresting people, the people need to take matters into their own hands"
Speaker Julie McCluskie (D) says she fears conspiracy theories will lead to violence
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Koh: I wish that Kristi Noem had as much passion for homeland security as she has passion for Corey Lewandowski.
February 14, 2026 at 3:09 AM
Koh: I wish that Kristi Noem had as much passion for homeland security as she has passion for Corey Lewandowski.
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Update: the judge in the Stanford case has declared a mistrial, with jurors "hopelessly deadlocked" on both felony counts – a big embarrassment for the Santa Clara DA, who has already said he'll retry the case.
The most serious charges against pro-Palestine student protestors in the country have come from a Democratic DA in a blue state. In San Francisco & San Jose, prosecutors are using *felony conspiracy* charges to go after activists who aren't accused of any violence boltsmag.org/stanford-san...
In Bay Area, Felony Charges Against Student Protesters Prompt Free Speech Concerns - Bolts
German Gonzalez grew up about an hour south of Stanford University, in a dusty California farming town where the apples for Martinelli’s sparkling cider are juiced and packaged. In high... Read More
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February 13, 2026 at 11:55 PM
Update: the judge in the Stanford case has declared a mistrial, with jurors "hopelessly deadlocked" on both felony counts – a big embarrassment for the Santa Clara DA, who has already said he'll retry the case.
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Repeat after me:
An executive order is not a royal edict; it is not law. It is a direction to the executive branch as to how to carry out the law.
Also:
Key parts of Trump's last EO on elections have been stopped by federal courts, ruling that the President has no role to play in federal elections
An executive order is not a royal edict; it is not law. It is a direction to the executive branch as to how to carry out the law.
Also:
Key parts of Trump's last EO on elections have been stopped by federal courts, ruling that the President has no role to play in federal elections
Trump’s follow up post says he’s going to issue an executive order on voter ID.
“If we can't get it through Congress, there are Legal reasons why this SCAM is not permitted. I will be presenting them shortly, in the form of an Executive Order.”
“If we can't get it through Congress, there are Legal reasons why this SCAM is not permitted. I will be presenting them shortly, in the form of an Executive Order.”
February 13, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Repeat after me:
An executive order is not a royal edict; it is not law. It is a direction to the executive branch as to how to carry out the law.
Also:
Key parts of Trump's last EO on elections have been stopped by federal courts, ruling that the President has no role to play in federal elections
An executive order is not a royal edict; it is not law. It is a direction to the executive branch as to how to carry out the law.
Also:
Key parts of Trump's last EO on elections have been stopped by federal courts, ruling that the President has no role to play in federal elections
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We want to say this clearly. if you’re not okay, you’re not alone, and it’s okay to reach out for support. If you or someone you know needs help, you can call or text 988 in the U.S. to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Support is available 24/7.
February 14, 2026 at 4:57 AM
We want to say this clearly. if you’re not okay, you’re not alone, and it’s okay to reach out for support. If you or someone you know needs help, you can call or text 988 in the U.S. to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Support is available 24/7.
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We took down our last post because it could be triggering. Some federal employees who have spoken out are carrying a lot of worry right now after Rep. Massie’s post.
February 14, 2026 at 4:57 AM
We took down our last post because it could be triggering. Some federal employees who have spoken out are carrying a lot of worry right now after Rep. Massie’s post.
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“Me being the closest adult and trying to prevent other students from jumping the gate, I opened the gate for them,” said former U.S. History teacher, Ricardo Lopez. “Within an hour, I was let go.”
The full story: lataco.com/teacher-fire...
By @izzymirez.bsky.social
The full story: lataco.com/teacher-fire...
By @izzymirez.bsky.social
February 14, 2026 at 2:31 AM
“Me being the closest adult and trying to prevent other students from jumping the gate, I opened the gate for them,” said former U.S. History teacher, Ricardo Lopez. “Within an hour, I was let go.”
The full story: lataco.com/teacher-fire...
By @izzymirez.bsky.social
The full story: lataco.com/teacher-fire...
By @izzymirez.bsky.social
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NO ESTAN SOLOS!
Show concentration camp detainees that they are not alone.
A night of song for ICE victims.
February 18th, 6-8pm
Aurora GEO Center
3130 Oakland St, Aurora, CO
Show concentration camp detainees that they are not alone.
A night of song for ICE victims.
February 18th, 6-8pm
Aurora GEO Center
3130 Oakland St, Aurora, CO
February 14, 2026 at 2:39 AM
NO ESTAN SOLOS!
Show concentration camp detainees that they are not alone.
A night of song for ICE victims.
February 18th, 6-8pm
Aurora GEO Center
3130 Oakland St, Aurora, CO
Show concentration camp detainees that they are not alone.
A night of song for ICE victims.
February 18th, 6-8pm
Aurora GEO Center
3130 Oakland St, Aurora, CO
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