Mr. Fahrenheit
@mrfahrenheit.bsky.social
Recent resident of Colorado Springs.
she/her
mostly nice, fervently anti-GOP
In this world of sin and sorrow there is always something to be thankful for; as for me, I rejoice that I am not a Republican.
H. L. Mencken
she/her
mostly nice, fervently anti-GOP
In this world of sin and sorrow there is always something to be thankful for; as for me, I rejoice that I am not a Republican.
H. L. Mencken
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Curtis Yarvin wrote that “as the crappy govts we inherited … are smashed, they shld be replaced by a global spiderweb of…independent mini-countries, each governed by its own…corporation w/o regard to the residents’ opinions.” This reminds me of DOGE, “Network States,” & “Freedom Cities.” You? 1/
February 25, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Curtis Yarvin wrote that “as the crappy govts we inherited … are smashed, they shld be replaced by a global spiderweb of…independent mini-countries, each governed by its own…corporation w/o regard to the residents’ opinions.” This reminds me of DOGE, “Network States,” & “Freedom Cities.” You? 1/
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When Joshua Clemans posted these, he was a partner at New Founding, which is backed by Peter Thiel ally Marc Andreessen. Thiel, Andreessen, & New Founding co-founder Nate Fischer are invested in Pronomos Capital, which supports the construction of crypto colonies around the world. 1/
January 5, 2026 at 5:37 AM
When Joshua Clemans posted these, he was a partner at New Founding, which is backed by Peter Thiel ally Marc Andreessen. Thiel, Andreessen, & New Founding co-founder Nate Fischer are invested in Pronomos Capital, which supports the construction of crypto colonies around the world. 1/
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Trump looked like death warmed over as he returned to the White House tonight
(Alex Wong/Getty)
(Alex Wong/Getty)
January 5, 2026 at 2:56 AM
Trump looked like death warmed over as he returned to the White House tonight
(Alex Wong/Getty)
(Alex Wong/Getty)
Flagged for Sexual Misconduct, Many Uber Drivers Stay on the Road
The company monitors passenger feedback for risky driver behavior. Some accused of serious sexual assault had prior records of complaints.
The company monitors passenger feedback for risky driver behavior. Some accused of serious sexual assault had prior records of complaints.
Flagged for Sexual Misconduct, Many Uber Drivers Stay on the Road
www.nytimes.com
January 5, 2026 at 7:56 AM
Flagged for Sexual Misconduct, Many Uber Drivers Stay on the Road
The company monitors passenger feedback for risky driver behavior. Some accused of serious sexual assault had prior records of complaints.
The company monitors passenger feedback for risky driver behavior. Some accused of serious sexual assault had prior records of complaints.
Venezuela live updates: interim president offers to ‘collaborate’ with US after Trump warns of further strikes
Delcy Rodríguez adopts conciliatory tone as she stands in for Nicolás Maduro after Venezuelan leader captured by American forces and brought to US
Delcy Rodríguez adopts conciliatory tone as she stands in for Nicolás Maduro after Venezuelan leader captured by American forces and brought to US
Venezuela live updates: interim president offers to ‘collaborate’ with US after Trump warns of further strikes
Delcy Rodríguez adopts conciliatory tone as she stands in for Nicolás Maduro after Venezuelan leader captured by American forces and brought to US
www.theguardian.com
January 5, 2026 at 7:16 AM
Venezuela live updates: interim president offers to ‘collaborate’ with US after Trump warns of further strikes
Delcy Rodríguez adopts conciliatory tone as she stands in for Nicolás Maduro after Venezuelan leader captured by American forces and brought to US
Delcy Rodríguez adopts conciliatory tone as she stands in for Nicolás Maduro after Venezuelan leader captured by American forces and brought to US
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These guys are all on the same Telegram channel where the orders come down
amazing how the entire machine can pivot within 24 hours. no need to slowly upsell the argument; just issue new marching orders
January 5, 2026 at 7:00 AM
These guys are all on the same Telegram channel where the orders come down
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The wealthy are always so GD worried some poor people are gonna commit some small time fraud. Meanwhile, big corporations are committing HUGE afraid. Just look at defense contractors.
Why? Because we have all been taught to see the wealthy as virtuous and to see the poor as lazy and unworthy.
Why? Because we have all been taught to see the wealthy as virtuous and to see the poor as lazy and unworthy.
January 4, 2026 at 11:48 PM
The wealthy are always so GD worried some poor people are gonna commit some small time fraud. Meanwhile, big corporations are committing HUGE afraid. Just look at defense contractors.
Why? Because we have all been taught to see the wealthy as virtuous and to see the poor as lazy and unworthy.
Why? Because we have all been taught to see the wealthy as virtuous and to see the poor as lazy and unworthy.
US ‘adapt, shrink or die’ terms for $2bn aid pot will mean UN bowing down to Washington, say experts
Afghanistan and Yemen excluded from list of 17 priority countries chosen by Trump administration to receive aid laden with demands
Afghanistan and Yemen excluded from list of 17 priority countries chosen by Trump administration to receive aid laden with demands
US ‘adapt, shrink or die’ terms for $2bn aid pot will mean UN bowing down to Washington, say experts
Afghanistan and Yemen excluded from list of 17 priority countries chosen by Trump administration to receive aid laden with demands
www.theguardian.com
January 5, 2026 at 6:35 AM
US ‘adapt, shrink or die’ terms for $2bn aid pot will mean UN bowing down to Washington, say experts
Afghanistan and Yemen excluded from list of 17 priority countries chosen by Trump administration to receive aid laden with demands
Afghanistan and Yemen excluded from list of 17 priority countries chosen by Trump administration to receive aid laden with demands
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We cannot become numb to the outrage of this. The wife of the President’s Senior Advisor threatens a sovereign nation.
January 4, 2026 at 11:45 PM
We cannot become numb to the outrage of this. The wife of the President’s Senior Advisor threatens a sovereign nation.
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this is so fuckin funny man. the most powerful person in the world made a sweeping declaration of american policy and it was almost immediately obvious that it was completely at odds with reality. why is everyone fixated on that www.nytimes.com/2026/01/04/u...
January 4, 2026 at 11:46 PM
this is so fuckin funny man. the most powerful person in the world made a sweeping declaration of american policy and it was almost immediately obvious that it was completely at odds with reality. why is everyone fixated on that www.nytimes.com/2026/01/04/u...
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Rough vibes on this website today, likely because people feel Hopeless and Helpless Because Can't Stop It and No One Who Is Supposed To Is Trying To So Now We're Fighting Each Other™. I recommend activities such as book, or potentially instrument if you like instrument, or even do talk on phone.
January 5, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Rough vibes on this website today, likely because people feel Hopeless and Helpless Because Can't Stop It and No One Who Is Supposed To Is Trying To So Now We're Fighting Each Other™. I recommend activities such as book, or potentially instrument if you like instrument, or even do talk on phone.
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Extremely important thread from my boy David. One thing to add on top of this is just how remarkably bad we've been so far at using less oil than various projections suggest we'll use.
It's one thing for tech to grow faster than predicted: but fossil fuels should *fall* faster than predicted too!
It's one thing for tech to grow faster than predicted: but fossil fuels should *fall* faster than predicted too!
There has never been a moment when ending the oil industry has been more urgent or important. Here is a thread of seven tools that can help.
Brief, readable 2-pagers, and a 30-page overview from @michealpodgers.bsky.social at @clicabedu.bsky.social.
Brief, readable 2-pagers, and a 30-page overview from @michealpodgers.bsky.social at @clicabedu.bsky.social.
Transportation 101 Policy Guides - Climate Cabinet Education
Transportation 101 Policy Guides by Climate Cabinet Education: practical, accessible guides on transit planning, active mobility & multimodal policy for climate action.
climatecabineteducation.org
January 4, 2026 at 10:57 AM
Extremely important thread from my boy David. One thing to add on top of this is just how remarkably bad we've been so far at using less oil than various projections suggest we'll use.
It's one thing for tech to grow faster than predicted: but fossil fuels should *fall* faster than predicted too!
It's one thing for tech to grow faster than predicted: but fossil fuels should *fall* faster than predicted too!
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New euphemism for "bottomless corruption and naked abuses of power" just dropped
January 4, 2026 at 11:35 AM
New euphemism for "bottomless corruption and naked abuses of power" just dropped
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Stephen Miller as Viceroy of the Venezuelan Territories is a nightmarish thought.
Don't worry, they're considering putting Stephen Miller in charge....
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
January 5, 2026 at 3:33 AM
Stephen Miller as Viceroy of the Venezuelan Territories is a nightmarish thought.
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Trump Says U.S. Is ‘In Charge’ of Venezuela, While Rubio Stresses Coercing It
The secretary of state said that a military “quarantine” on some oil exports would stay in place to put pressure on the country’s acting leadership.
The secretary of state said that a military “quarantine” on some oil exports would stay in place to put pressure on the country’s acting leadership.
Trump Says U.S. Is ‘In Charge’ of Venezuela, While Rubio Stresses Coercing It
www.nytimes.com
January 5, 2026 at 3:24 AM
Trump Says U.S. Is ‘In Charge’ of Venezuela, While Rubio Stresses Coercing It
The secretary of state said that a military “quarantine” on some oil exports would stay in place to put pressure on the country’s acting leadership.
The secretary of state said that a military “quarantine” on some oil exports would stay in place to put pressure on the country’s acting leadership.
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The War Powers Resolution of 1973 clearly states that the President may not send troops into hostilities or imminent hostilities without:
- a declaration of war
- specific congressional authorization
- an attack on the United States
And that the President must consult with Congress first.
- a declaration of war
- specific congressional authorization
- an attack on the United States
And that the President must consult with Congress first.
January 3, 2026 at 10:41 AM
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I think Democrats are looking pretty good for the midterms. And, I suspect things are going to be even better for them as MAGA and the GOP continue to lose support.
January 5, 2026 at 1:50 AM
I think Democrats are looking pretty good for the midterms. And, I suspect things are going to be even better for them as MAGA and the GOP continue to lose support.
More governments are rolling out chatbots in schools. Some experts warn the tools could erode teaching and learning.
As Schools Embrace A.I. Tools, Skeptics Raise Concerns
www.nytimes.com
January 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM
More governments are rolling out chatbots in schools. Some experts warn the tools could erode teaching and learning.
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Haiti (twice), Guatemala, Cuba, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Panama, Chile and more still … American misadventures one and all. #Venezuela
January 4, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Haiti (twice), Guatemala, Cuba, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Panama, Chile and more still … American misadventures one and all. #Venezuela
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Literally a publication for eight-year olds 40 years ago
January 4, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Literally a publication for eight-year olds 40 years ago
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Up to 250 days in the year Scotland’s renewables could have powered 100% of our electricity needs so TWICE the UK figure talkingupscotlandtwo.com/2026/01/03/u...
Up to 250 days in the year Scotland’s renewables could have powered 100% of our electricity needs so TWICE the UK figure
Image ChatGPT Professor John Robertson OBA From BBC Climate yesterday: Renewables can generate significant amounts of electricity when conditions are right. On roughly a third of days in 2025, at l…
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January 4, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Up to 250 days in the year Scotland’s renewables could have powered 100% of our electricity needs so TWICE the UK figure talkingupscotlandtwo.com/2026/01/03/u...
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Democrats need to grow a f*cking spine.
No more strongly worded letters. It’s time to draft articles of impeachment.
Impeach. Convict. Remove.
No more strongly worded letters. It’s time to draft articles of impeachment.
Impeach. Convict. Remove.
January 4, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Democrats need to grow a f*cking spine.
No more strongly worded letters. It’s time to draft articles of impeachment.
Impeach. Convict. Remove.
No more strongly worded letters. It’s time to draft articles of impeachment.
Impeach. Convict. Remove.