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Feminist, very pro choice. I believe in justice and ethical treatment of all. (Does that make me awakened? Er "woke?)
Trying to be a good Steward of mother earth.
Would love to connect with like minded humane individuals.
Trying to be a good Steward of mother earth.
Would love to connect with like minded humane individuals.
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Discord hosts thousands of servers linked to neo-Nazi, misogynistic, and racist discourse, with over 850,000 active members. These networks function as recruitment hubs for young people, especially boys.
Lady Gaga bomb plot: Thwarted plan lifts veil on the gamification of hate and gendered nature of online radicalization
Instead of promoting diversity, many social networks and other popular digital platforms function as machines for the production and circulation of hate.
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May 20, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Discord hosts thousands of servers linked to neo-Nazi, misogynistic, and racist discourse, with over 850,000 active members. These networks function as recruitment hubs for young people, especially boys.
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Mahmoud Khalil’s legal team releases new footage of the minutes leading up to his March arrest that they say contradicts the government’s argument that he was a flight risk, which officials had said justified his detainment without an arrest warrant.
Video appears to show Mahmoud Khalil cooperating with ICE agents before he was detained
The federal government had argued the Columbia University activist was a flight risk and could be apprehended without a warrant.
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May 20, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Mahmoud Khalil’s legal team releases new footage of the minutes leading up to his March arrest that they say contradicts the government’s argument that he was a flight risk, which officials had said justified his detainment without an arrest warrant.
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The rule of law lives or dies on our willingness to act—occasionally with grim resolve. It’s time for people who value justice to screw their courage to the sticking place.
Let’s Start Talking About Jail Time for Trump and His MAGA Enablers
Trump is the head of a criminal syndicate, and he should be treated accordingly.
newrepublic.com
May 20, 2025 at 3:56 AM
The rule of law lives or dies on our willingness to act—occasionally with grim resolve. It’s time for people who value justice to screw their courage to the sticking place.
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FBI director Kash Patel alleged in a now-deleted post on X that Wisconsin county Judge Hannah Dugan ‘intentionally misdirected federal agents away from the subject to be arrested in her courthouse'. www.ft.com/content/3f8f...
April 25, 2025 at 5:09 PM
FBI director Kash Patel alleged in a now-deleted post on X that Wisconsin county Judge Hannah Dugan ‘intentionally misdirected federal agents away from the subject to be arrested in her courthouse'. www.ft.com/content/3f8f...
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The epitome of American oligarchy, Elon Musk will remain a dominant force in the MAGA-pilled Republican Party and will still have X as his megaphone for far-right extremism.
He will continue to tyrannize us all.
He will continue to tyrannize us all.
Don’t Be Fooled. Elon Musk Isn’t Going Anywhere.
Many rejoiced when Musk said he’d pull back from the Department of Government Efficiency. But the world’s richest person will continue to wield oligarchic influence over our politics, and therefore…
newrepublic.com
April 25, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The epitome of American oligarchy, Elon Musk will remain a dominant force in the MAGA-pilled Republican Party and will still have X as his megaphone for far-right extremism.
He will continue to tyrannize us all.
He will continue to tyrannize us all.
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JUST IN: Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal stalking and murder charges in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder and stalking charges
Manhattan federal prosecutors are seeking the death penalty in Mangione's case, alleging that he intentionally killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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April 25, 2025 at 5:15 PM
JUST IN: Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal stalking and murder charges in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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In recent months, the Trump Administration has made cuts to Social Security Administration staff and department budgets, prompting concerns over timely receipt of payments and the possibility of reductions in payments.
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New Mexicans share their fears about threats to Social Security • Source New Mexico
When Pat Serrault retired at 72, she thought her 58 years of hard work and paying into Social Security would mean she’d be set for her later years. “It’s my money. It isn’t a whole lot in the scheme…
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April 25, 2025 at 5:16 PM
In recent months, the Trump Administration has made cuts to Social Security Administration staff and department budgets, prompting concerns over timely receipt of payments and the possibility of reductions in payments.
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Mangione is set to appear in federal court on Friday for his arraignment in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors have filed an intent to seek the death penalty.
Here's where Luigi Mangione's cases stand before his arraignment Friday
Mangione is set to appear in federal court on Friday for his arraignment in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors have filed an intent to seek the death penalty.
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April 25, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Mangione is set to appear in federal court on Friday for his arraignment in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors have filed an intent to seek the death penalty.
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Breaking News: The Trump administration abruptly walked back its cancellation of more than 1,000 visas held by international students.
Trump Administration Reverses Course on Student Visa Cancellations
The sudden shift came as a reprieve for the more than 1,500 international students who have had their visas canceled in recent weeks.
www.nytimes.com
April 25, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Breaking News: The Trump administration abruptly walked back its cancellation of more than 1,000 visas held by international students.
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Public health experts explain how the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service has for decades protected #publichealth at home and abroad: buff.ly/8fJmYDN
Mark Dworkin and Casey Luc, University of Illinois Chicago
Mark Dworkin and Casey Luc, University of Illinois Chicago
How the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service protects public health at home and abroad
The Epidemic Intelligence Service has been a crucial tool in fighting diseases at home and abroad. Its impact would be impossible to replace.
theconversation.com
April 15, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Public health experts explain how the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service has for decades protected #publichealth at home and abroad: buff.ly/8fJmYDN
Mark Dworkin and Casey Luc, University of Illinois Chicago
Mark Dworkin and Casey Luc, University of Illinois Chicago
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“Voting is a fundamental right. Efforts to silence women at the ballot box are nothing short of voter suppression—and we won’t stand for it," said U.S. House Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat who said the SAVE Act could disenfranchise up to 70 million women.
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Bill That Could Make It Harder for Women to Vote Passes US House
The Republican-led U.S. House has passed a proof-of-citizenship voting bill that Democrats say will make it harder for married women to vote.
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April 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
“Voting is a fundamental right. Efforts to silence women at the ballot box are nothing short of voter suppression—and we won’t stand for it," said U.S. House Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat who said the SAVE Act could disenfranchise up to 70 million women.
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🔺 NEW: President Trump has excluded smartphones from the punitive tariffs he imposed on Chinese imports into America — marking a climbdown in a trade war with the world’s second largest economy
Smartphones and laptops excluded from Trump tariffs
A suite of electronic goods, including certain computers, memory cards, semiconductors and solar cells will now be exempt
www.thetimes.com
April 12, 2025 at 3:46 PM
🔺 NEW: President Trump has excluded smartphones from the punitive tariffs he imposed on Chinese imports into America — marking a climbdown in a trade war with the world’s second largest economy
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Over the past 20 years, Paris has undergone a major physical transformation, trading automotive arteries for bike lanes, adding green spaces and eliminating 50,000 parking spaces.
Part of the payoff has been invisible — in the air itself.
Part of the payoff has been invisible — in the air itself.
Paris said au revoir to cars. Air pollution maps reveal a dramatic change.
Air pollution fell substantially as the city restricted car traffic and made way for parks and bike lanes.
wapo.st
April 12, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Over the past 20 years, Paris has undergone a major physical transformation, trading automotive arteries for bike lanes, adding green spaces and eliminating 50,000 parking spaces.
Part of the payoff has been invisible — in the air itself.
Part of the payoff has been invisible — in the air itself.
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Lady Gaga at Coachella review – a thrilling all-timer of a performance
Lady Gaga at Coachella review – a thrilling all-timer of a performance
The pop superstar makes an electrifying return to the desert for a career-spanning two-hour show, one of the best the desert has ever seen
www.theguardian.com
April 12, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Lady Gaga at Coachella review – a thrilling all-timer of a performance
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Revised National Parks Webpage Describes Harriet Tubman As Human Trafficker
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Revised National Parks Webpage Describes Harriet Tubman As Human Trafficker
WASHINGTON—As the Trump administration continues to alter the version of American history that appears in government publications, sources confirmed Monday that a page on the National Parks website had been revised to describe Harriet Tubman as a human trafficker. “Operating between 1851 and 1862, the notorious human trafficker Harriet Tubman stole approximately 70 African Americans […]
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April 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Revised National Parks Webpage Describes Harriet Tubman As Human Trafficker
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Trump appoints former North Carolina congressman to lead Office of International Religious Freedom
Trump appoints former North Carolina congressman to lead Office of International Religious Freedom
(WGHP) — Former pastor and U.S. Rep. Mark Walker, who represented North Carolina’s 6th Congressional District from 2014 to 2020, will serve as Ambassador-at-Large for the Office of Internatio…
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April 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Trump appoints former North Carolina congressman to lead Office of International Religious Freedom
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President Donald Trump’s ever-changing tariff plan currently stands to impose taxes on many of the world’s major furniture manufacturers. A look at the furniture industry offers advice for shoppers and a bit of a reality check about domestic manufacturing.
How tariffs will affect the price (or even the size!) of your next sofa
A look at the furniture industry offers advice for shoppers and a bit of a reality check about domestic manufacturing.
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April 12, 2025 at 4:04 PM
President Donald Trump’s ever-changing tariff plan currently stands to impose taxes on many of the world’s major furniture manufacturers. A look at the furniture industry offers advice for shoppers and a bit of a reality check about domestic manufacturing.
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Europe could blow the west apart, writes John Bolton.
www.prospectmagazine...
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Europe could blow the west apart
The problem is not America itself, but only Donald Trump
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk
April 12, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Europe could blow the west apart, writes John Bolton.
www.prospectmagazine...
www.prospectmagazine...
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An effigy said to resemble ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and titled "Face of Fascism" was torched ahead of a celebratory march in Dhaka, authorities said on Saturday.
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Bangladesh launches probe after effigy resembling ex-leader Hasina burnt
Effigy resembling Sheikh Hasina set on fire at Dhaka University ahead of Pohela Boishakh celebration march.
www.thehindu.com
April 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM
An effigy said to resemble ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and titled "Face of Fascism" was torched ahead of a celebratory march in Dhaka, authorities said on Saturday.
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Even before this year’s economic turmoil hit, financial anxiety among Americans was running high. Here are six strategies that experts say will help you keep a cool head and protect your money when anxiety is heating up.
6 Ways to Calm Your Anxiety When Economic Stress Flares
Wild stock market swings and rising recession fears have put Americans on edge. Here are strategies to lower the angst.
www.nytimes.com
April 12, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Even before this year’s economic turmoil hit, financial anxiety among Americans was running high. Here are six strategies that experts say will help you keep a cool head and protect your money when anxiety is heating up.
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A Florida high school teacher’s community is rallying behind her after the school district chose not to renew her teaching contract because she called a student by their preferred name without parental permission. cnn.it/42bzhH6
A Florida teacher called a student by their preferred name without parental permission. Her teaching contract wasn’t renewed | CNN
A Florida high school teacher’s community is rallying behind her after the school district chose not to renew her teaching contract because she called a student by their preferred name without parenta...
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April 12, 2025 at 4:12 PM
A Florida high school teacher’s community is rallying behind her after the school district chose not to renew her teaching contract because she called a student by their preferred name without parental permission. cnn.it/42bzhH6
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Oil producers across the country say they're thinking twice about taking on new drilling projects and looking to cut costs as President Trump’s trade war drives down the price of oil and drive up the cost of drilling.
How Trump's tariff moves are undercutting his 'drill, baby, drill' oil push
It's an example of how tariffs hit parts of the economy not directly facing levies, as rising costs for materials and falling oil prices amid broader uncertainty have affected the industry.
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April 12, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Oil producers across the country say they're thinking twice about taking on new drilling projects and looking to cut costs as President Trump’s trade war drives down the price of oil and drive up the cost of drilling.
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As health and environmental concerns about PFAs, or “forever chemicals,” mount nationally, states are beginning to legislate against them.
Now, the chemical and consumer products industries are mounting a counterattack, deploying lawyers and lobbyists.
Now, the chemical and consumer products industries are mounting a counterattack, deploying lawyers and lobbyists.
States Are Banning Forever Chemicals. Industry Is Fighting Back
As states legislate against products containing PFAS, the chemical and consumer products industries are deploying lawyers and lobbyists to protect their investments.
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April 12, 2025 at 4:18 PM
As health and environmental concerns about PFAs, or “forever chemicals,” mount nationally, states are beginning to legislate against them.
Now, the chemical and consumer products industries are mounting a counterattack, deploying lawyers and lobbyists.
Now, the chemical and consumer products industries are mounting a counterattack, deploying lawyers and lobbyists.
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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
“Trump is engaging the full power of the presidency to settle scores,” our columnist Maureen Dowd writes. “The White House was not meant for petty tyrants on revenge tours. In the biggest job in the world, Trump seems like a very small man.”
“Trump is engaging the full power of the presidency to settle scores,” our columnist Maureen Dowd writes. “The White House was not meant for petty tyrants on revenge tours. In the biggest job in the world, Trump seems like a very small man.”
Opinion | A Lot About Trump Doesn’t Add Up
A very petty man in a very powerful job.
www.nytimes.com
April 12, 2025 at 4:20 PM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
“Trump is engaging the full power of the presidency to settle scores,” our columnist Maureen Dowd writes. “The White House was not meant for petty tyrants on revenge tours. In the biggest job in the world, Trump seems like a very small man.”
“Trump is engaging the full power of the presidency to settle scores,” our columnist Maureen Dowd writes. “The White House was not meant for petty tyrants on revenge tours. In the biggest job in the world, Trump seems like a very small man.”