🏴Tom Nomad
@creativenothing.bsky.social
Been doing the anarchy thing for a while, and sometimes write things.
https://theanarchistlibrary.org/category/author/tom-nomad
Work on The Beautiful Idea podcast (https://thebeautiful idea.show)
New book, Ungovernability, released on Rupture Press
https://theanarchistlibrary.org/category/author/tom-nomad
Work on The Beautiful Idea podcast (https://thebeautiful idea.show)
New book, Ungovernability, released on Rupture Press
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🏴Tom Nomad
@creativenothing.bsky.social
· Jun 15
The new book, Ungovernability, has been released!
The book is a collection of 3 pieces:
Ungovernability
Collapse: A Strategic Proposal
A Call for New Lines of Conflict: Confronting the Second Trump Era.
@rupturepress.bsky.social
The book is a collection of 3 pieces:
Ungovernability
Collapse: A Strategic Proposal
A Call for New Lines of Conflict: Confronting the Second Trump Era.
@rupturepress.bsky.social
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Today marks one month since ICE mercenary Jonathan Ross murdered Renee Good.
It was not the first public execution ICE carried out. But because rapid responders caught it on film and angry locals forced ICE to withdraw after, there can be no question about what happened.
Resisting makes us safer.
It was not the first public execution ICE carried out. But because rapid responders caught it on film and angry locals forced ICE to withdraw after, there can be no question about what happened.
Resisting makes us safer.
Minneapolis Responds to ICE Committing Murder
On January 7, 2026, an ICE agent murdered Renee Good. This is an account from a participant in the protests that broke out on scene of the murder.
crimethinc.com
February 8, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Today marks one month since ICE mercenary Jonathan Ross murdered Renee Good.
It was not the first public execution ICE carried out. But because rapid responders caught it on film and angry locals forced ICE to withdraw after, there can be no question about what happened.
Resisting makes us safer.
It was not the first public execution ICE carried out. But because rapid responders caught it on film and angry locals forced ICE to withdraw after, there can be no question about what happened.
Resisting makes us safer.
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"In this episode we talk to a variety of people on the ground in Minneapolis about their thoughts on the filter blockades and other things happening there currently relating to anti ICE resistance." thebeautifulidea.show/minneapolis-...
Minneapolis Montage: Interviews from the Filter Blockades and More
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thebeautifulidea.show
February 9, 2026 at 4:58 PM
"In this episode we talk to a variety of people on the ground in Minneapolis about their thoughts on the filter blockades and other things happening there currently relating to anti ICE resistance." thebeautifulidea.show/minneapolis-...
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Report from @crimethinc.com on brutal attack by ICE in #Portland.
"ICE attacked with a variety of dangerous weapons, blanketing the area in tear gas and injuring a number of small children. Rather than intimidating the people of Portland, this brazen assault has only galvanized them against ICE."
"ICE attacked with a variety of dangerous weapons, blanketing the area in tear gas and injuring a number of small children. Rather than intimidating the people of Portland, this brazen assault has only galvanized them against ICE."
February 3, 2026 at 5:01 AM
Report from @crimethinc.com on brutal attack by ICE in #Portland.
"ICE attacked with a variety of dangerous weapons, blanketing the area in tear gas and injuring a number of small children. Rather than intimidating the people of Portland, this brazen assault has only galvanized them against ICE."
"ICE attacked with a variety of dangerous weapons, blanketing the area in tear gas and injuring a number of small children. Rather than intimidating the people of Portland, this brazen assault has only galvanized them against ICE."
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Crowd Control: Appeasement, Vanguardism, and the General Strike
crimethinc.com/2026generals...
Participants in the resistance to ICE operations in the Twin Cities reflect on the lessons of the strikes of January 23 and January 30, looking for ways to expand and strengthen the movement.
crimethinc.com/2026generals...
Participants in the resistance to ICE operations in the Twin Cities reflect on the lessons of the strikes of January 23 and January 30, looking for ways to expand and strengthen the movement.
Crowd Control: Appeasement, Vanguardism, and the General Strike
Participants in the resistance to ICE in the Twin Cities reflect on the lessons of the strikes of January 23 and January 30, looking for ways to expand and strengthen the movement.
crimethinc.com
February 1, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Crowd Control: Appeasement, Vanguardism, and the General Strike
crimethinc.com/2026generals...
Participants in the resistance to ICE operations in the Twin Cities reflect on the lessons of the strikes of January 23 and January 30, looking for ways to expand and strengthen the movement.
crimethinc.com/2026generals...
Participants in the resistance to ICE operations in the Twin Cities reflect on the lessons of the strikes of January 23 and January 30, looking for ways to expand and strengthen the movement.
New episode is out!
In this discussion I talk to a friend from @crimethinc.com about the past year, how we got here, and what strategic horizons may be open to us now.
The days have been dark, but the fires burning in the distance are getting brighter.
thebeautifulidea.show/fires-in-the...
In this discussion I talk to a friend from @crimethinc.com about the past year, how we got here, and what strategic horizons may be open to us now.
The days have been dark, but the fires burning in the distance are getting brighter.
thebeautifulidea.show/fires-in-the...
Fires In the Distance During Dark Days: One Year of Trump 2.0
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In this episode we sit down with a member...
thebeautifulidea.show
January 26, 2026 at 2:30 AM
New episode is out!
In this discussion I talk to a friend from @crimethinc.com about the past year, how we got here, and what strategic horizons may be open to us now.
The days have been dark, but the fires burning in the distance are getting brighter.
thebeautifulidea.show/fires-in-the...
In this discussion I talk to a friend from @crimethinc.com about the past year, how we got here, and what strategic horizons may be open to us now.
The days have been dark, but the fires burning in the distance are getting brighter.
thebeautifulidea.show/fires-in-the...
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As federal agents stormed Minneapolis and residents banded together to protect their own, Charles Homan saw a dystopian future become reality. “The federal agents looked more like a platoon of soldiers navigating a hostile foreign capital than conventional law enforcement in an American city.”
Watching America Unravel in Minneapolis
www.nytimes.com
January 25, 2026 at 6:57 PM
As federal agents stormed Minneapolis and residents banded together to protect their own, Charles Homan saw a dystopian future become reality. “The federal agents looked more like a platoon of soldiers navigating a hostile foreign capital than conventional law enforcement in an American city.”
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After DHS retreated from Nicollet Ave after murdering ICE observer Alex Pretti, community members flocked to where he was killed, creating barricades for the purpose of protecting the space from federal agents who may want to return to unleash chaos on mourners.
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January 25, 2026 at 10:10 PM
After DHS retreated from Nicollet Ave after murdering ICE observer Alex Pretti, community members flocked to where he was killed, creating barricades for the purpose of protecting the space from federal agents who may want to return to unleash chaos on mourners.
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Minneapolis Responds to the Murder of Alex Pretti
An eyewitness account
kolektiva.social/@CrimethInc@...
An eyewitness account
kolektiva.social/@CrimethInc@...
kolektiva.social
kolektiva.social
January 25, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Minneapolis Responds to the Murder of Alex Pretti
An eyewitness account
kolektiva.social/@CrimethInc@...
An eyewitness account
kolektiva.social/@CrimethInc@...
ICE just executed someone else in Minneapolis.
This will continue to happen unless we hit the streets with our communities and become completely ungovernable!
The time for discussion and demands is over. The time for action for our freedom is now!
kolektiva.social/@MNUAF/11595...
This will continue to happen unless we hit the streets with our communities and become completely ungovernable!
The time for discussion and demands is over. The time for action for our freedom is now!
kolektiva.social/@MNUAF/11595...
MN United Against Fascism (@MNUAF@kolektiva.social)
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🚨ALERT TWIN CITIES🚨
Details still coming in, but there has been another ICE involved shooting.
Saturday January 24, 2026
Around 9 am around 7 federal ICE agents were recorded assa...
kolektiva.social
January 24, 2026 at 5:02 PM
ICE just executed someone else in Minneapolis.
This will continue to happen unless we hit the streets with our communities and become completely ungovernable!
The time for discussion and demands is over. The time for action for our freedom is now!
kolektiva.social/@MNUAF/11595...
This will continue to happen unless we hit the streets with our communities and become completely ungovernable!
The time for discussion and demands is over. The time for action for our freedom is now!
kolektiva.social/@MNUAF/11595...
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MINNESOTA VERSION OF COME OUT YE BLACK AND TANS
January 23, 2026 at 5:33 PM
MINNESOTA VERSION OF COME OUT YE BLACK AND TANS
Just dropped our newest episode, full of on the ground updates from Minneapolis. Something has shifted fundamentally, and it is clear that the time for holding signs is over
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-vs-ice-o...
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-vs-ice-o...
ICE vs Ice: On the Ground in Minneapolis
In this episode, we speak with some organizers involved in anti-ICE resistance at the peak of the show-downs in Minneapolis, one week after ICE agents killed Renee Good, and 20 minutes after Julio Ces...
thebeautifulidea.show
January 23, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Just dropped our newest episode, full of on the ground updates from Minneapolis. Something has shifted fundamentally, and it is clear that the time for holding signs is over
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-vs-ice-o...
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-vs-ice-o...
Today is an important day in the Rustbelt, the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
When I was a kid that story was a constant reminder of the sacrifices the working class makes to keep capitalism functioning, and how easily disposable we are.
youtu.be/FuzTkGyxkYI?...
When I was a kid that story was a constant reminder of the sacrifices the working class makes to keep capitalism functioning, and how easily disposable we are.
youtu.be/FuzTkGyxkYI?...
Gordon Lightfoot - Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Gordon Lightfoot
youtu.be
November 7, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Today is an important day in the Rustbelt, the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
When I was a kid that story was a constant reminder of the sacrifices the working class makes to keep capitalism functioning, and how easily disposable we are.
youtu.be/FuzTkGyxkYI?...
When I was a kid that story was a constant reminder of the sacrifices the working class makes to keep capitalism functioning, and how easily disposable we are.
youtu.be/FuzTkGyxkYI?...
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This statement by Iranian, Kurdish, and Afghani feminists argues that we must oppose the US and Israeli assault on Iran while also refusing to endorse the repressive Iranian government.
Genocidal imperialist projects will never liberate us, nor will patriarchal nationalist regimes protect us.
Genocidal imperialist projects will never liberate us, nor will patriarchal nationalist regimes protect us.
"Women, Life, Freedom” against the War
Genocidal imperialist projects will never liberate us, nor will patriarchal nationalist regimes protect us. A statement from Iranian, Kurdish, and Afghani feminists.
crimethinc.com
June 23, 2025 at 7:21 AM
This statement by Iranian, Kurdish, and Afghani feminists argues that we must oppose the US and Israeli assault on Iran while also refusing to endorse the repressive Iranian government.
Genocidal imperialist projects will never liberate us, nor will patriarchal nationalist regimes protect us.
Genocidal imperialist projects will never liberate us, nor will patriarchal nationalist regimes protect us.
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always against the tanks
June 16, 2025 at 5:41 PM
always against the tanks
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People can write to Arturo at the address below and donate to his commissary via venmo at A_G_Commissary
Arturo Gamboa 457904
c/o Salt Lake County Metro Jail
3415 S. 900 W.Salt Lake City, UT 84119
Arturo Gamboa 457904
c/o Salt Lake County Metro Jail
3415 S. 900 W.Salt Lake City, UT 84119
June 17, 2025 at 9:11 PM
People can write to Arturo at the address below and donate to his commissary via venmo at A_G_Commissary
Arturo Gamboa 457904
c/o Salt Lake County Metro Jail
3415 S. 900 W.Salt Lake City, UT 84119
Arturo Gamboa 457904
c/o Salt Lake County Metro Jail
3415 S. 900 W.Salt Lake City, UT 84119
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The antifascist that was shot by a 50501 protest marshal, and then arrested for the death of the other person shot (and killed) by that yellow vest pos, could use commissary funds.
June 18, 2025 at 1:15 AM
The antifascist that was shot by a 50501 protest marshal, and then arrested for the death of the other person shot (and killed) by that yellow vest pos, could use commissary funds.
Just released the @beautifulidea.bsky.social news roundup for this month!
On this episode we have interviews, a summary of the incredible number of actions from this past month, and a discussion of the National Guard in LA
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-melts-as...
On this episode we have interviews, a summary of the incredible number of actions from this past month, and a discussion of the National Guard in LA
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-melts-as...
ICE Melts as Streets Erupt, Revolt at Delaney Hall Migrant Prison, UW Campus Occupation Against War Profiteers
Welcome back to The Beautiful Idea. So much has happened since we started to put this episode together. We've got a lot to cover, so let's not waste any time and dive right into it!
On today's episod...
thebeautifulidea.show
June 24, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Just released the @beautifulidea.bsky.social news roundup for this month!
On this episode we have interviews, a summary of the incredible number of actions from this past month, and a discussion of the National Guard in LA
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-melts-as...
On this episode we have interviews, a summary of the incredible number of actions from this past month, and a discussion of the National Guard in LA
thebeautifulidea.show/ice-melts-as...
The new book, Ungovernability, has been released!
The book is a collection of 3 pieces:
Ungovernability
Collapse: A Strategic Proposal
A Call for New Lines of Conflict: Confronting the Second Trump Era.
@rupturepress.bsky.social
The book is a collection of 3 pieces:
Ungovernability
Collapse: A Strategic Proposal
A Call for New Lines of Conflict: Confronting the Second Trump Era.
@rupturepress.bsky.social
June 15, 2025 at 1:33 AM
The new book, Ungovernability, has been released!
The book is a collection of 3 pieces:
Ungovernability
Collapse: A Strategic Proposal
A Call for New Lines of Conflict: Confronting the Second Trump Era.
@rupturepress.bsky.social
The book is a collection of 3 pieces:
Ungovernability
Collapse: A Strategic Proposal
A Call for New Lines of Conflict: Confronting the Second Trump Era.
@rupturepress.bsky.social
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June 14, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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We honor the life of Colin Jerwood, singer of the anarcho-punk band Conflict, who contributed to the resurgence of combative anarchism in the 1980s.
"The more you oppress the more we'll resist
We will win because we have to, we've got nothing to lose no more"
-Conflict, "The Ungovernable Force"
"The more you oppress the more we'll resist
We will win because we have to, we've got nothing to lose no more"
-Conflict, "The Ungovernable Force"
Tribute to Colin Jerwood
Dedicated to the memory of Colin Jerwood
colinjerwood.muchloved.com
June 2, 2025 at 8:56 PM
We honor the life of Colin Jerwood, singer of the anarcho-punk band Conflict, who contributed to the resurgence of combative anarchism in the 1980s.
"The more you oppress the more we'll resist
We will win because we have to, we've got nothing to lose no more"
-Conflict, "The Ungovernable Force"
"The more you oppress the more we'll resist
We will win because we have to, we've got nothing to lose no more"
-Conflict, "The Ungovernable Force"
Last week we released a discussion I had with the crew over at subMedia about the history of their project, going back to the 1990s rave scene, the future of anarchist media, and their upcoming documentary series InterRebellium!
Hope you enjoy!
thebeautifulidea.show/interrebelli...
Hope you enjoy!
thebeautifulidea.show/interrebelli...
InterRebellium: A Discussion with subMedia
Join us as we sit down with members of the subMedia Collective to discuss their upcoming series InterRebellium. In this conversation we run down the history of subMedia, beginning in the 90s rave scen...
thebeautifulidea.show
May 5, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Last week we released a discussion I had with the crew over at subMedia about the history of their project, going back to the 1990s rave scene, the future of anarchist media, and their upcoming documentary series InterRebellium!
Hope you enjoy!
thebeautifulidea.show/interrebelli...
Hope you enjoy!
thebeautifulidea.show/interrebelli...
April 19th was the second anniversary of the death of a close friend who was fighting with an anarchist unit in Ukraine.
Cooper was one of the bravest and most dedicated people I have ever known.
Rest in power Coop!
www.solidaritycollectives.org/en/in-memory...
Cooper was one of the bravest and most dedicated people I have ever known.
Rest in power Coop!
www.solidaritycollectives.org/en/in-memory...
In memory of Cooper Andrews, Finbar Cafferkey and Dimitri Petrov - Solidarity Collectives
Today has been 2 years since our three comrades, Cooper Andrews, Finbar Cafferkey and Dimitri Petrov
www.solidaritycollectives.org
April 21, 2025 at 3:04 PM
April 19th was the second anniversary of the death of a close friend who was fighting with an anarchist unit in Ukraine.
Cooper was one of the bravest and most dedicated people I have ever known.
Rest in power Coop!
www.solidaritycollectives.org/en/in-memory...
Cooper was one of the bravest and most dedicated people I have ever known.
Rest in power Coop!
www.solidaritycollectives.org/en/in-memory...
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The best memory for me is if you continue actively struggle, overcoming personal ambitions and unnecessary harmful strife. If you continue to fight actively to achieve a free society based on equality and solidarity. For you and for me and for all our comrades.
-Dmitri Petrov’s final statement
-Dmitri Petrov’s final statement
April 20, 2025 at 2:51 AM
The best memory for me is if you continue actively struggle, overcoming personal ambitions and unnecessary harmful strife. If you continue to fight actively to achieve a free society based on equality and solidarity. For you and for me and for all our comrades.
-Dmitri Petrov’s final statement
-Dmitri Petrov’s final statement
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Leonard Zeskind will be missed. We had the opportunity to speak with him in 2018. May his work continue to be a light in the fight against fascism and white supremacy. itsgoingdown.org/zeskind-hist...
April 18, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Leonard Zeskind will be missed. We had the opportunity to speak with him in 2018. May his work continue to be a light in the fight against fascism and white supremacy. itsgoingdown.org/zeskind-hist...
Just put out our monthly round-up, with a long discussion of tariffs and what we have learned about fighting the regime so far.
thebeautifulidea.show/people-hit-t...
We also just dropped a discussion with Dean Spade!
thebeautifulidea.show/a-discussion...
@igd.bsky.social @beautifulidea.bsky.social
thebeautifulidea.show/people-hit-t...
We also just dropped a discussion with Dean Spade!
thebeautifulidea.show/a-discussion...
@igd.bsky.social @beautifulidea.bsky.social
People Hit the Streets As Trump's Trade War Heats Up
Welcome back to The Beautiful Idea! We're excited to bring you a jam-packed show today and we have some amazing content planned, so be sure to subscribe to the show and follow us on Mastodon and BlueS...
thebeautifulidea.show
April 18, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Just put out our monthly round-up, with a long discussion of tariffs and what we have learned about fighting the regime so far.
thebeautifulidea.show/people-hit-t...
We also just dropped a discussion with Dean Spade!
thebeautifulidea.show/a-discussion...
@igd.bsky.social @beautifulidea.bsky.social
thebeautifulidea.show/people-hit-t...
We also just dropped a discussion with Dean Spade!
thebeautifulidea.show/a-discussion...
@igd.bsky.social @beautifulidea.bsky.social