Jack Norton
@jackhistorynorton.bsky.social
Faculty in History, Normandale Community College. Digital Humanities, Water and World History, SOTL. Pro-student, against-fascism.
Black, trans, gay, and women's rights are human rights. Posts are my own.
Black, trans, gay, and women's rights are human rights. Posts are my own.
My college has been muddle-headed with Gen Ai. Mostly it's Ai washing (as long as you're informed of the risks) or bewildered faculty. Here's what I'm up against: our faculty developer posting four links to "How to Use Ai" talks above my talk, which was critical of Ai.
November 18, 2025 at 2:32 AM
My college has been muddle-headed with Gen Ai. Mostly it's Ai washing (as long as you're informed of the risks) or bewildered faculty. Here's what I'm up against: our faculty developer posting four links to "How to Use Ai" talks above my talk, which was critical of Ai.
Kid activity in Burnsville Mn led me to fantastic pho at Pho Real, and the most car-brained streets I’ve seen in the state. Saw a bunch of benighted pedestrians on islands attempting to not die crossing 8 lane intersections.
November 15, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Kid activity in Burnsville Mn led me to fantastic pho at Pho Real, and the most car-brained streets I’ve seen in the state. Saw a bunch of benighted pedestrians on islands attempting to not die crossing 8 lane intersections.
A mantra of soothing and enraging regularity.
Need to clean bike drivetrain. Do not want to clean bike drivetrain.
November 15, 2025 at 3:25 PM
A mantra of soothing and enraging regularity.
Rode the bus to work & home (534 &4). Faster then biking, slower than e-bike, more relaxing than car, safest commute I can have.
November 10, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Rode the bus to work & home (534 &4). Faster then biking, slower than e-bike, more relaxing than car, safest commute I can have.
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Kyle Kingsbury is not a journalist. He is not an op-ed writer.
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
November 9, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Kyle Kingsbury is not a journalist. He is not an op-ed writer.
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
He is a computer safety researcher.
And he has written one of the most compelling, comprehensive accounts of the ongoing hell in Chicago that you could possibly imagine.
In under 1600 words.
aphyr.com/posts/397-i-...
I thought after 40 days and nights we were supposed to say get behind me Satan. #judassenators
November 10, 2025 at 12:56 PM
I thought after 40 days and nights we were supposed to say get behind me Satan. #judassenators
I just looked up coward and there are new examples appended.
November 10, 2025 at 3:16 AM
I just looked up coward and there are new examples appended.
@smith.senate.gov @amyklobuchar.com Don’t cave to Republicans.
November 10, 2025 at 1:12 AM
@smith.senate.gov @amyklobuchar.com Don’t cave to Republicans.
If there were any justice in Minneapolis, this lot would be developed as senior housing for African American Minnesotans, revitalizing a historic corridor of Black life. Walkable to grocery, library, and bus access. @dbrauer.net Maybe tell Roper?
www.redfin.com/MN/Minneapol...
www.redfin.com/MN/Minneapol...
3848, 3844 4th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55409
(NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid) For Sale: 3848, 3844 4th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55409 ∙ $550,000 ∙ MLS# 6802622 ∙ Prime Multi-Family Development Opportunity! This zoned commercial lot is per...
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November 8, 2025 at 3:09 PM
If there were any justice in Minneapolis, this lot would be developed as senior housing for African American Minnesotans, revitalizing a historic corridor of Black life. Walkable to grocery, library, and bus access. @dbrauer.net Maybe tell Roper?
www.redfin.com/MN/Minneapol...
www.redfin.com/MN/Minneapol...
The building that houses Sonny's Ice cream is a fantasy for anyone who wants short commutes to the own business. A wonderful spot for the right entrepreneur. www.loopnet.com/Listing/3401...
Hat tip @lauragmitchell.com
Hat tip @lauragmitchell.com
www.loopnet.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:46 AM
The building that houses Sonny's Ice cream is a fantasy for anyone who wants short commutes to the own business. A wonderful spot for the right entrepreneur. www.loopnet.com/Listing/3401...
Hat tip @lauragmitchell.com
Hat tip @lauragmitchell.com
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Minnesotans, you can register at the polls! And college students can use their student ID!
If you know college kids that aren’t registered they can vote today!
Photo id plus one of these:
Or current registered voter at same precinct can vouch.
Photo id plus one of these:
Or current registered voter at same precinct can vouch.
November 4, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Minnesotans, you can register at the polls! And college students can use their student ID!
I am sorry to report I installed poogies this week. Stay tuned for imminent snow. News of studded tires to follow.
November 3, 2025 at 4:07 AM
I am sorry to report I installed poogies this week. Stay tuned for imminent snow. News of studded tires to follow.
It’s hard for me to read about projects funded by the NEH pre Trump. We’ve lost so much culture and history in the US, the dystopian novels about abundantly ignorant leaders don’t feel like escapism anymore.
October 30, 2025 at 11:58 AM
It’s hard for me to read about projects funded by the NEH pre Trump. We’ve lost so much culture and history in the US, the dystopian novels about abundantly ignorant leaders don’t feel like escapism anymore.
A heavy set bald man in a silver SUV tried to run me off the road at 76th and Upton in Bloomington Minnesota today. Be careful out there.
October 29, 2025 at 10:24 PM
A heavy set bald man in a silver SUV tried to run me off the road at 76th and Upton in Bloomington Minnesota today. Be careful out there.
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The White House has fired all six members of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the independent federal agency that reviews design plans for monuments, memorials, coins and federal buildings.
www.npr.org/2025/10/29/n...
www.npr.org/2025/10/29/n...
White House fires entire commission that reviews designs for federal buildings
The White House has fired all six members of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the independent federal agency that reviews design plans for monuments, memorials, coins and federal buildings.
www.npr.org
October 29, 2025 at 3:54 PM
The White House has fired all six members of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the independent federal agency that reviews design plans for monuments, memorials, coins and federal buildings.
www.npr.org/2025/10/29/n...
www.npr.org/2025/10/29/n...
I love Minneapolis Parks and have long lauded the outdoor crews that serve the parks. So I was shocked to the learn that the recreation leagues run by Minneapolis Parks and Rec are scandalously unorganized. Finding information about your kid's practice & game times is akin to spycraft.
October 25, 2025 at 6:36 PM
I love Minneapolis Parks and have long lauded the outdoor crews that serve the parks. So I was shocked to the learn that the recreation leagues run by Minneapolis Parks and Rec are scandalously unorganized. Finding information about your kid's practice & game times is akin to spycraft.
In case you need a historical parallel to the Epstein ballroom being built. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EUR,_Rome
EUR, Rome - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
October 24, 2025 at 6:37 PM
In case you need a historical parallel to the Epstein ballroom being built. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EUR,_Rome
I read _Artificial Historians_ this weekend and may have more to say later. I wish all #dh and #historian commentary on Ai was this thoughtful. Open Access now. www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-edi...
Artificial Historians | Marnie Hughes-Warrington, Anne Martin, Lewis Y
This book offers readers an introduction to the world of artificial histories and historians. It looks behind the interfaces of AI and explores everyday
www.taylorfrancis.com
October 21, 2025 at 3:03 AM
I read _Artificial Historians_ this weekend and may have more to say later. I wish all #dh and #historian commentary on Ai was this thoughtful. Open Access now. www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-edi...
Let’s celebrate the achievement of the Civilian Conservation Corps with a statue.
Yeah, but make it sexy, like the nipples can cut glass.
Also he needs something
phallic in his hands, like an axe.
That’s the stuff.
Yeah, but make it sexy, like the nipples can cut glass.
Also he needs something
phallic in his hands, like an axe.
That’s the stuff.
October 19, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Let’s celebrate the achievement of the Civilian Conservation Corps with a statue.
Yeah, but make it sexy, like the nipples can cut glass.
Also he needs something
phallic in his hands, like an axe.
That’s the stuff.
Yeah, but make it sexy, like the nipples can cut glass.
Also he needs something
phallic in his hands, like an axe.
That’s the stuff.
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I've ordered 3 sets of pogies from Mitts By Mary in Michigan!
You can choose your colors. strangebirdstitching.com/custom-bike-...
You can choose your colors. strangebirdstitching.com/custom-bike-...
Custom Bike Pogies | strangebirdstitching.com
These are made to order, so please allow for up to 7-10 days after payment is received for them to be shipped out. Handmade in Marquette, Michigan! Each pair is hand cut and machine sewn. Nylon pol...
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October 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
I've ordered 3 sets of pogies from Mitts By Mary in Michigan!
You can choose your colors. strangebirdstitching.com/custom-bike-...
You can choose your colors. strangebirdstitching.com/custom-bike-...
Seriously.
Philip Morris to provide free cases of cigarettes to area schools amid debates over effects of tobacco on health.
Microsoft to provide free Copilot tools for Washington state schools amid debate over AI’s role in learning
Microsoft Elevate Washington is a sweeping new initiative that will provide free access to AI-powered software and training for all 295 public school districts and 34 community and technical colleges ...
www.geekwire.com
October 12, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Seriously.
Good luck
🚨 history job alert! Modern World History at Ohio Wesleyan!
(I'm the chair if you have questions!)
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(I'm the chair if you have questions!)
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Ohio Wesleyan University - Assistant Professor History - Modern World History | H-Net
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October 11, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Good luck
Minneapolis bike news: today's the last day for the mechanics at Farmstead Bike shop on Bryant ave. Owner has ghosted employees & customers, & refused to order product for months w/out explanation to employees. Likely they'll be closed tomorrow.
October 10, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Minneapolis bike news: today's the last day for the mechanics at Farmstead Bike shop on Bryant ave. Owner has ghosted employees & customers, & refused to order product for months w/out explanation to employees. Likely they'll be closed tomorrow.
David Lose, a pastor of the largest ELCA Lutheran church in Minneapolis, wants to tone police those who object to the slaughter of children by firearms. He blames politics, not the fascists who prefer safe guns to safe children, for policy failures. www.startribune.com/mn-christian...
Opinion | Why, as leader of a faith community, I did not sign this gun petition
"My faith community is not of one mind or voice on this issue," the Rev. David Lose writes.
www.startribune.com
October 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
David Lose, a pastor of the largest ELCA Lutheran church in Minneapolis, wants to tone police those who object to the slaughter of children by firearms. He blames politics, not the fascists who prefer safe guns to safe children, for policy failures. www.startribune.com/mn-christian...
Keeping eyes out.
LOCAL HYPERLOCAL JOURNALIST ICON NEEDS THEIR BIKE BACK
Can y’all please be on the lookout for my bike? Last seen in Elliot Park. It is a black Biria bike with red pedals and stickers of local news orgs on the bottom tube. It also has a Brooks saddle and adapters for Wolf Tooth pogies on the handlebars.
October 9, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Keeping eyes out.