MJ Kaufmann
@safireblade.bsky.social
MS in #InfoSec 🦄🏳️🌈
Cybersecurity Ghostwriter & Content Freelancer
Geek Mom Contributor
Old School TTRPG & Video Gamer, Programming Nerd & Security Geek, Comic Collector, Anime Junkie, 4th Doctor Stan
Cybersecurity Ghostwriter & Content Freelancer
Geek Mom Contributor
Old School TTRPG & Video Gamer, Programming Nerd & Security Geek, Comic Collector, Anime Junkie, 4th Doctor Stan
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MJ Kaufmann
@safireblade.bsky.social
· Nov 13
So I did a thing.
This project has been (ups & downs) an incredible journey. I am proud to say — the book is available in Early Release (Raw & Unedited) on the @oreilly.bsky.social site! 📝
💻 Want a sneak peek?
Link: learning.oreilly.com/get-learning...
📅 Official Release Date: April 2025
This project has been (ups & downs) an incredible journey. I am proud to say — the book is available in Early Release (Raw & Unedited) on the @oreilly.bsky.social site! 📝
💻 Want a sneak peek?
Link: learning.oreilly.com/get-learning...
📅 Official Release Date: April 2025
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Because your morning definitely needs a bunny munching bok choy.
Sound up for max cuteness.
Sound up for max cuteness.
November 12, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Because your morning definitely needs a bunny munching bok choy.
Sound up for max cuteness.
Sound up for max cuteness.
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Paid a Colombian tea grower $1,500 for a shipment. Got billed $150 by the Trump administration at the border. *I* got billed. Not the tea growers. Not the Colombian government. Me. The American business owner. I paid the Trump tax.
November 12, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Paid a Colombian tea grower $1,500 for a shipment. Got billed $150 by the Trump administration at the border. *I* got billed. Not the tea growers. Not the Colombian government. Me. The American business owner. I paid the Trump tax.
Crap I collected all of DIE but since I've moved I haven't had time to find a comics shop. Looks like it's time. #Comics
For my latest @aiptcomics.com deep dive, I sat down with @kierongillen.bsky.social and @stephaniehans.bsky.social to talk all things ‘Die.’ Definitely one of my favorite chats of the year, and we get into so much about the book, their collaboration, storytelling, fantasy, etc. Enjoy!
Die (Re) Loaded: Kieron Gillen, Stephanie Hans talk gods, character arcs, and storytelling in sequel
'Die tests you — what do you want?'
aiptcomics.com
November 11, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Crap I collected all of DIE but since I've moved I haven't had time to find a comics shop. Looks like it's time. #Comics
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For my latest @aiptcomics.com deep dive, I sat down with @kierongillen.bsky.social and @stephaniehans.bsky.social to talk all things ‘Die.’ Definitely one of my favorite chats of the year, and we get into so much about the book, their collaboration, storytelling, fantasy, etc. Enjoy!
Die (Re) Loaded: Kieron Gillen, Stephanie Hans talk gods, character arcs, and storytelling in sequel
'Die tests you — what do you want?'
aiptcomics.com
November 11, 2025 at 1:43 PM
For my latest @aiptcomics.com deep dive, I sat down with @kierongillen.bsky.social and @stephaniehans.bsky.social to talk all things ‘Die.’ Definitely one of my favorite chats of the year, and we get into so much about the book, their collaboration, storytelling, fantasy, etc. Enjoy!
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it's not that i ever doubted that being a barista was a skilled position, but my year-long effort to try to produce a half-decent latte at home has convinced me that a good barista is easily more skilled than virtually every c-suite executive on the planet
November 11, 2025 at 3:58 PM
it's not that i ever doubted that being a barista was a skilled position, but my year-long effort to try to produce a half-decent latte at home has convinced me that a good barista is easily more skilled than virtually every c-suite executive on the planet
"There will never be a moment in this life or any other when you are truly, perfectly satisfied with every choice you've made." ~ Babs
I love this quote. #SideQuested by @alepresser.com & @kbspangler.com reading here tapas.io/episode/3019...) b/c it adds to their revenue. Come join me
I love this quote. #SideQuested by @alepresser.com & @kbspangler.com reading here tapas.io/episode/3019...) b/c it adds to their revenue. Come join me
Read Side Quested :: Chapter 2: 130 | Tapas Community
Read Side Quested and more premium Comedy Community series now on Tapas!
tapas.io
November 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
"There will never be a moment in this life or any other when you are truly, perfectly satisfied with every choice you've made." ~ Babs
I love this quote. #SideQuested by @alepresser.com & @kbspangler.com reading here tapas.io/episode/3019...) b/c it adds to their revenue. Come join me
I love this quote. #SideQuested by @alepresser.com & @kbspangler.com reading here tapas.io/episode/3019...) b/c it adds to their revenue. Come join me
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🚨BREAKING: In a sweeping victory for voters, a Utah court struck down the GOP-controlled legislature’s congressional gerrymander and a companion law designed to entrench partisan power — restoring a fair map for the 2026 elections. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Utah Judge Strikes Down GOP Gerrymander, Restores Voter-Approved Fair Map
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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These races aren’t over, the heat is on, and our candidates are built to run. 🔥
Ten Run for Something candidates are headed to runoffs in FL, NJ, SC, GA, and TX.
They’ve got the momentum, let’s keep it going! ⚡
Ten Run for Something candidates are headed to runoffs in FL, NJ, SC, GA, and TX.
They’ve got the momentum, let’s keep it going! ⚡
November 11, 2025 at 4:29 PM
These races aren’t over, the heat is on, and our candidates are built to run. 🔥
Ten Run for Something candidates are headed to runoffs in FL, NJ, SC, GA, and TX.
They’ve got the momentum, let’s keep it going! ⚡
Ten Run for Something candidates are headed to runoffs in FL, NJ, SC, GA, and TX.
They’ve got the momentum, let’s keep it going! ⚡
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On Veterans Day, we honor those who served and commit to serving them in return — not just in words, but in actions.
Affordability and a real commitment to mental health are essential to ensure that every veteran can build a future here in New York City.
Affordability and a real commitment to mental health are essential to ensure that every veteran can build a future here in New York City.
November 11, 2025 at 4:24 PM
On Veterans Day, we honor those who served and commit to serving them in return — not just in words, but in actions.
Affordability and a real commitment to mental health are essential to ensure that every veteran can build a future here in New York City.
Affordability and a real commitment to mental health are essential to ensure that every veteran can build a future here in New York City.
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instead of saying this was good strategy, maybe senate dems should say: "the republicans were going to kill people by starving them to death, and because we aren't monsters, we decided to let this fight go. We'll keep fighting. Stop electing monsters."
November 11, 2025 at 1:42 PM
instead of saying this was good strategy, maybe senate dems should say: "the republicans were going to kill people by starving them to death, and because we aren't monsters, we decided to let this fight go. We'll keep fighting. Stop electing monsters."
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There is no happiness outside of yourself. You will never be fulfilled by pouring everything you have into others. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF! You’re not wrong/selfish for putting yourself first, you’re making yourself better for those you need to pour into.
What is life teaching you right now?
November 11, 2025 at 4:53 PM
There is no happiness outside of yourself. You will never be fulfilled by pouring everything you have into others. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF! You’re not wrong/selfish for putting yourself first, you’re making yourself better for those you need to pour into.
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Michael Bennet: I really am a Bolshevik. I believe we should provide universal healthcare to all Americans as a right. There is no reason not to do it in the richest country in the world, especially if we can do it at half of the cost of care we are providing now.
November 10, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Michael Bennet: I really am a Bolshevik. I believe we should provide universal healthcare to all Americans as a right. There is no reason not to do it in the richest country in the world, especially if we can do it at half of the cost of care we are providing now.
Time for a re-read and then for my other half to read this and hmmm... my oldest would love this... and probably my bestie...
Hey.
If you feel like doing a re-read on Side Quested, may I suggest you do it on Tapas?
tapas.io/series/SideQ...
Seriously. We're still on that "Creators Bonus Program", which means we make some $ with views there!
If you feel like doing a re-read on Side Quested, may I suggest you do it on Tapas?
tapas.io/series/SideQ...
Seriously. We're still on that "Creators Bonus Program", which means we make some $ with views there!
Read Side Quested | Tapas Web Community
Your home for the world’s most exciting and diverse web comics and novels. Discover stories you’ll love from all genres, only on Tapas!
tapas.io
November 10, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Time for a re-read and then for my other half to read this and hmmm... my oldest would love this... and probably my bestie...
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Crystal Heart is one of @publisherswkly.bsky.social's recommended graphic novels for gamers!
#CrystalHeart
www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
#CrystalHeart
www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
Five New Graphic Novels for Gamers, However They Play
Comics’ interactive, visual format is the perfect medium for bringing game action to life–here’s new releases rolling out for comics fans, however they may game.
www.publishersweekly.com
November 10, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Crystal Heart is one of @publisherswkly.bsky.social's recommended graphic novels for gamers!
#CrystalHeart
www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
#CrystalHeart
www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...
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Your seasonal reminder that I design t-shirts (and related products) for grumps, queers, and weirdos.
Impress your relatives at Thanksgiving Dinner! Surprise Grandma with the perfect Hanukkah present! Support a queer, trans independent artist who's been job-hunting since April!
Impress your relatives at Thanksgiving Dinner! Surprise Grandma with the perfect Hanukkah present! Support a queer, trans independent artist who's been job-hunting since April!
November 10, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Your seasonal reminder that I design t-shirts (and related products) for grumps, queers, and weirdos.
Impress your relatives at Thanksgiving Dinner! Surprise Grandma with the perfect Hanukkah present! Support a queer, trans independent artist who's been job-hunting since April!
Impress your relatives at Thanksgiving Dinner! Surprise Grandma with the perfect Hanukkah present! Support a queer, trans independent artist who's been job-hunting since April!
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*Women receive substantially lower "potential" ratings despite receiving higher performance ratings
*Differences in potential ratings account for half of the gender promotion gap
*Women’s lower potential ratings do not reflect future performance: women subsequently outperform male colleagues
*Differences in potential ratings account for half of the gender promotion gap
*Women’s lower potential ratings do not reflect future performance: women subsequently outperform male colleagues
Forthcoming in the AER: "“Potential” and the Gender Promotion Gap" by Alan Benson, Danielle Li, and Kelly Shue. www.aeaweb.org/articles?id=...
“Potential” and the Gender Promotion Gap
(Forthcoming Article) - We show that subjective assessments of employee “potential” contribute to gender gaps
in promotion and pay. Using data on 29,809 management-track employees from a
large retail ...
www.aeaweb.org
November 10, 2025 at 2:54 PM
*Women receive substantially lower "potential" ratings despite receiving higher performance ratings
*Differences in potential ratings account for half of the gender promotion gap
*Women’s lower potential ratings do not reflect future performance: women subsequently outperform male colleagues
*Differences in potential ratings account for half of the gender promotion gap
*Women’s lower potential ratings do not reflect future performance: women subsequently outperform male colleagues
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He has to be the most hated person in the United States - ever !
Trump being booed by massive crowd at Washington Commanders game yesterday.
Trump being booed by massive crowd at Washington Commanders game yesterday.
November 10, 2025 at 9:57 PM
He has to be the most hated person in the United States - ever !
Trump being booed by massive crowd at Washington Commanders game yesterday.
Trump being booed by massive crowd at Washington Commanders game yesterday.
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"vaccines are good, nazis are bad" are not takes that I thought would be controversial
November 10, 2025 at 10:22 PM
"vaccines are good, nazis are bad" are not takes that I thought would be controversial
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DJT calling the BBC "corrupt" seems defamatory and they should sue him for $2Bn.
November 10, 2025 at 10:17 PM
DJT calling the BBC "corrupt" seems defamatory and they should sue him for $2Bn.
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Enten: "Canada is far more popular than Donald Trump is here in the United States. The net popularity of Canada is +49. Trump is -10. We're talking about Canada coming out nearly 60 points ahead on the net popularity ratings versus Donald Trump here in the US"
October 27, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Enten: "Canada is far more popular than Donald Trump is here in the United States. The net popularity of Canada is +49. Trump is -10. We're talking about Canada coming out nearly 60 points ahead on the net popularity ratings versus Donald Trump here in the US"
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While a 50 year mortgage might lower monthly payments, it drastically increases total interest and slows equity growth. Stimulating demand without fixing supply would likely raise prices. The core issue in the housing market isn't financing; it's the lack of supply.
November 10, 2025 at 9:48 PM
While a 50 year mortgage might lower monthly payments, it drastically increases total interest and slows equity growth. Stimulating demand without fixing supply would likely raise prices. The core issue in the housing market isn't financing; it's the lack of supply.
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NEW: We just filed an amicus brief with other free speech groups urging the Supreme Court to maintain the block on President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago.
Our First Amendment right to protest must be protected.
Our First Amendment right to protest must be protected.
November 10, 2025 at 9:49 PM
NEW: We just filed an amicus brief with other free speech groups urging the Supreme Court to maintain the block on President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago.
Our First Amendment right to protest must be protected.
Our First Amendment right to protest must be protected.
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Americans deserve better than the eight Democratic Senators who voted on a promise, without a guarantee, to protect the Affordable Care Act.
November 10, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Americans deserve better than the eight Democratic Senators who voted on a promise, without a guarantee, to protect the Affordable Care Act.