eli shroom's altered ego
@shroompunk.com
30s, he/him, white. here and queer--get used to it. if you're here for art, check my media tab. i post a lot of politics because fash made my life political.
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eli shroom's altered ego
@shroompunk.com
· Oct 18
hey, I'm shroom! I'm a psychedelic furry artist and lover of the 70s!
full price sheet available @ shroompunk.com
read my webcomic: tapas.io/series/Short...
patreon: www.patreon.com/c/shroompunk
prints: www.inprnt.com/gallery/shro...
zines: shroompunk.itch.io
ko-fi: ko-fi.com/shroompunk
full price sheet available @ shroompunk.com
read my webcomic: tapas.io/series/Short...
patreon: www.patreon.com/c/shroompunk
prints: www.inprnt.com/gallery/shro...
zines: shroompunk.itch.io
ko-fi: ko-fi.com/shroompunk
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This one. This is the piece I hope I'm remembered for. www.jezebel.com/when-surgeon...
December 30, 2025 at 1:52 AM
This one. This is the piece I hope I'm remembered for. www.jezebel.com/when-surgeon...
it feels exceedingly lonely to navigate life as a post-transition, non-passing trans guy in a hostile offline place. trans positivity often feels predicated on the idea that i'm valid and will find my community, or on the idea that i'll pass someday if i keep transitioning.
god i wish it were true.
god i wish it were true.
December 29, 2025 at 10:28 PM
it feels exceedingly lonely to navigate life as a post-transition, non-passing trans guy in a hostile offline place. trans positivity often feels predicated on the idea that i'm valid and will find my community, or on the idea that i'll pass someday if i keep transitioning.
god i wish it were true.
god i wish it were true.
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USPS quietly changed its postmark rules — mail is no longer dated when you drop it off. The “official” date is when it hits automated sorting — sometimes days later
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked
December 29, 2025 at 7:14 PM
USPS quietly changed its postmark rules — mail is no longer dated when you drop it off. The “official” date is when it hits automated sorting — sometimes days later
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked
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"billionaire positivity"
how about a very positive pressure differential
how about a very positive pressure differential
December 29, 2025 at 9:52 PM
"billionaire positivity"
how about a very positive pressure differential
how about a very positive pressure differential
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something very important for Dems to realize is that the tech overlords are not people you can win back by promising a lighter touch and saying a few nice things
they’ve gotten a taste of mask-off fascism and they are not going back, they don’t want to play nice with the peons anymore
they’ve gotten a taste of mask-off fascism and they are not going back, they don’t want to play nice with the peons anymore
There’s a funny Politico story showing that the latest polling on AI shows 80-20 in favor of heavy regulations, an absolute slam dunk platform, but Dems are worried about not winning back mask-off tech CEO donors
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
December 29, 2025 at 4:32 PM
something very important for Dems to realize is that the tech overlords are not people you can win back by promising a lighter touch and saying a few nice things
they’ve gotten a taste of mask-off fascism and they are not going back, they don’t want to play nice with the peons anymore
they’ve gotten a taste of mask-off fascism and they are not going back, they don’t want to play nice with the peons anymore
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At this time of the year, I'm simply trying to give my family a small sense of safety.
We're not asking for much—just for hearts that still believe that giving, even in small ways can make a real difference.
A simple donation, even £25 can mean:
🧒a child’s smile
❤️the feeling that we are not alone.
We're not asking for much—just for hearts that still believe that giving, even in small ways can make a real difference.
A simple donation, even £25 can mean:
🧒a child’s smile
❤️the feeling that we are not alone.
December 29, 2025 at 2:22 PM
At this time of the year, I'm simply trying to give my family a small sense of safety.
We're not asking for much—just for hearts that still believe that giving, even in small ways can make a real difference.
A simple donation, even £25 can mean:
🧒a child’s smile
❤️the feeling that we are not alone.
We're not asking for much—just for hearts that still believe that giving, even in small ways can make a real difference.
A simple donation, even £25 can mean:
🧒a child’s smile
❤️the feeling that we are not alone.
December 29, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Along with the racist fake grievance of "apologizing for being white," there's also the fact that a bunch of white folks seem to believe (and/or are willing to suggest) that even acknowledging systemic advantages they get for being white is the equivalent of being "forced to apologize."
Next time someone says they don’t have to apologize for being white anymore, ask them to tell about the most recent time they were forced to apologize for being white and who made them do it.
December 29, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Along with the racist fake grievance of "apologizing for being white," there's also the fact that a bunch of white folks seem to believe (and/or are willing to suggest) that even acknowledging systemic advantages they get for being white is the equivalent of being "forced to apologize."
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I’m dying from the cold😭
We are literally freezing
We have very few blankets, light clothing, and the truth is—it’s freezing cold. And despite all this, water keeps getting inside.
I’m not asking for anything … just a moment of mercy💔
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal(faster to withdraw) tiny.cc/hbcuzz
We are literally freezing
We have very few blankets, light clothing, and the truth is—it’s freezing cold. And despite all this, water keeps getting inside.
I’m not asking for anything … just a moment of mercy💔
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal(faster to withdraw) tiny.cc/hbcuzz
December 29, 2025 at 9:22 AM
I’m dying from the cold😭
We are literally freezing
We have very few blankets, light clothing, and the truth is—it’s freezing cold. And despite all this, water keeps getting inside.
I’m not asking for anything … just a moment of mercy💔
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal(faster to withdraw) tiny.cc/hbcuzz
We are literally freezing
We have very few blankets, light clothing, and the truth is—it’s freezing cold. And despite all this, water keeps getting inside.
I’m not asking for anything … just a moment of mercy💔
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal(faster to withdraw) tiny.cc/hbcuzz
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Aseel's account is gone. I don't know what bsky wants from her at this point. Her brothers @m-odi.bsky.social and @hadi-is-here.bsky.social are here but I don't know for how long since Palestinians have their accounts removed at speed. Please support them.
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal tiny.cc/hbcuzz
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal tiny.cc/hbcuzz
Donate to Support the Turk Family to Survive the War in Gaza, organized by Neveen H
Urgent Appeal: Save My Family in Gaza!
*Your generosity can be our li… Neveen H needs your support for Support the Turk Family to Survive the War in Gaza
gofund.me
December 29, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Aseel's account is gone. I don't know what bsky wants from her at this point. Her brothers @m-odi.bsky.social and @hadi-is-here.bsky.social are here but I don't know for how long since Palestinians have their accounts removed at speed. Please support them.
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal tiny.cc/hbcuzz
gofund.me/4f2561454
PayPal tiny.cc/hbcuzz
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Another case to watch: Texas A&M lecturer Melissa McCoul, baselessly fired for teaching about gender identity, appears ready to take her case to court.
Attorneys General in 20 blue states are challenging the Trump administration's attempts to unilaterally end gender affirming care for youth through executive decree.
That and two other court cases show that the fight for trans rights is just getting started.
That and two other court cases show that the fight for trans rights is just getting started.
Blue State AGs Unite to Challenge Trump’s Assault on Trans Kids — Assigned
Intimidation of doctors and invasion of patient privacy are being fought in the courts. A radical right-wing assault on academic freedom is headed there as well. The week’s top trans news story lines.
www.assignedmedia.org
December 29, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Another case to watch: Texas A&M lecturer Melissa McCoul, baselessly fired for teaching about gender identity, appears ready to take her case to court.
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With all this talk of how to end Russias war against Ukraine, and a cease fire, keep this in mind:
If Ukraine ceases firing, Ukraine will cease to exist.
If Russia ceases firing. the war will cease to exist.
Pretty clear
If Ukraine ceases firing, Ukraine will cease to exist.
If Russia ceases firing. the war will cease to exist.
Pretty clear
December 28, 2025 at 9:23 PM
With all this talk of how to end Russias war against Ukraine, and a cease fire, keep this in mind:
If Ukraine ceases firing, Ukraine will cease to exist.
If Russia ceases firing. the war will cease to exist.
Pretty clear
If Ukraine ceases firing, Ukraine will cease to exist.
If Russia ceases firing. the war will cease to exist.
Pretty clear
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“You are not entitled to a response from us, or anyone, ever,” is what a US Education Department spokesperson wrote to one of our reporters, @megomatz.bsky.social, after she repeatedly tried to get comment from the department and its officials. My column on the condemnation of good journalism.
Our Reporters Reached Out for Comment. They Were Accused of Stalking and Intimidation.
Our journalists reach out to people they’re writing about to ensure fairness. But in this environment, they’ve found their efforts to do so are more likely to be vilified than appreciated.
www.propublica.org
December 29, 2025 at 2:58 PM
“You are not entitled to a response from us, or anyone, ever,” is what a US Education Department spokesperson wrote to one of our reporters, @megomatz.bsky.social, after she repeatedly tried to get comment from the department and its officials. My column on the condemnation of good journalism.
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New U.S. border rule just dropped! Canadians now get photographed EVERY time they enter and exit the U.S. land, air, sea.
✔️ Includes children
✔️ Photos stored for life
✔️ No opt-out
Driving over for the day? You’re still getting scanned.
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
apple.news/AtXc_G3WGQgG...
✔️ Includes children
✔️ Photos stored for life
✔️ No opt-out
Driving over for the day? You’re still getting scanned.
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
apple.news/AtXc_G3WGQgG...
New US border rule requires Canadians to be photographed every time they enter… and exit — Narcity Canada
It includes children — and the photos are stored for life.
apple.news
December 27, 2025 at 6:19 PM
New U.S. border rule just dropped! Canadians now get photographed EVERY time they enter and exit the U.S. land, air, sea.
✔️ Includes children
✔️ Photos stored for life
✔️ No opt-out
Driving over for the day? You’re still getting scanned.
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
apple.news/AtXc_G3WGQgG...
✔️ Includes children
✔️ Photos stored for life
✔️ No opt-out
Driving over for the day? You’re still getting scanned.
#USDemocracy
#Pinks
apple.news/AtXc_G3WGQgG...
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Dear bluskeeters!
I'm doing research with a friend.
If you're a Black Author with a speculative book publishing in 2026, could you please pitch and link me, please? This a difficult to sus intersection.
Please add your friends' work. Please tag people. Please share
I'm doing research with a friend.
If you're a Black Author with a speculative book publishing in 2026, could you please pitch and link me, please? This a difficult to sus intersection.
Please add your friends' work. Please tag people. Please share
December 29, 2025 at 6:04 AM
Dear bluskeeters!
I'm doing research with a friend.
If you're a Black Author with a speculative book publishing in 2026, could you please pitch and link me, please? This a difficult to sus intersection.
Please add your friends' work. Please tag people. Please share
I'm doing research with a friend.
If you're a Black Author with a speculative book publishing in 2026, could you please pitch and link me, please? This a difficult to sus intersection.
Please add your friends' work. Please tag people. Please share
far from a solo project, but the zine group i help run, @worldbeyondzine.bsky.social, raised over $1500 that we donated to help palestinian families in need
so that was the work of 4 mods and around 50 contributors ✨
so that was the work of 4 mods and around 50 contributors ✨
Reply or quote with something good you did for your friends or community this year! 😊👇
I've been saying this to @distributeaid.org's major donors in our end of year emails, but we all really aught to be highlighting the good that we do.
It's not a brag, it's an example to others and normalizes helping your community. 😊
It's not a brag, it's an example to others and normalizes helping your community. 😊
December 29, 2025 at 4:26 AM
far from a solo project, but the zine group i help run, @worldbeyondzine.bsky.social, raised over $1500 that we donated to help palestinian families in need
so that was the work of 4 mods and around 50 contributors ✨
so that was the work of 4 mods and around 50 contributors ✨
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This is not a place of honor
Fa la la la la, la la la la
Fa la la la la, la la la la
December 16, 2025 at 11:38 PM
This is not a place of honor
Fa la la la la, la la la la
Fa la la la la, la la la la
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It's my birthday this weekend! :D I'm officially middle aged!
Zyearth books are on sale to celebrate! Paperbacks are $5 off, novel ebooks are $2 off, and all short stories are free! Today only!
Reviews also make for a lovely gift!
#FreeBook #Birthday
www.zyearth.com/bookshop
Zyearth books are on sale to celebrate! Paperbacks are $5 off, novel ebooks are $2 off, and all short stories are free! Today only!
Reviews also make for a lovely gift!
#FreeBook #Birthday
www.zyearth.com/bookshop
December 28, 2025 at 5:49 PM
It's my birthday this weekend! :D I'm officially middle aged!
Zyearth books are on sale to celebrate! Paperbacks are $5 off, novel ebooks are $2 off, and all short stories are free! Today only!
Reviews also make for a lovely gift!
#FreeBook #Birthday
www.zyearth.com/bookshop
Zyearth books are on sale to celebrate! Paperbacks are $5 off, novel ebooks are $2 off, and all short stories are free! Today only!
Reviews also make for a lovely gift!
#FreeBook #Birthday
www.zyearth.com/bookshop
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"You shouldn't make art for the money" buddy I'll take it one step further and say we shouldn't have to labor for capital at all but in the meantime pay an artist
December 11, 2025 at 7:02 PM
"You shouldn't make art for the money" buddy I'll take it one step further and say we shouldn't have to labor for capital at all but in the meantime pay an artist
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In case there was any doubt about where big tech stands.
Google is hosting a CBP app that uses facial recognition to identify immigrants, while simultaneously removing apps that report the location of ICE officials because Google sees ICE as a vulnerable group. “Big tech has made their choice.”
www.404media.co/google-has-c...
www.404media.co/google-has-c...
Google Has Chosen a Side in Trump's Mass Deportation Effort
Google is hosting a CBP app that uses facial recognition to identify immigrants, while simultaneously removing apps that report the location of ICE officials because Google sees ICE as a vulnerable…
www.404media.co
December 28, 2025 at 11:33 PM
In case there was any doubt about where big tech stands.
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GOOD NEWS! Researchers have shown Alzheimer’s disease can be REVERSED- not just prevented. Using a potent neuroprotective compound called P7C3-A20, they found RESTORING balance to a central cellular energy molecule (NAD+) not only PREVENTED disease features but REVERSED them, EVEN at late stages.
December 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
GOOD NEWS! Researchers have shown Alzheimer’s disease can be REVERSED- not just prevented. Using a potent neuroprotective compound called P7C3-A20, they found RESTORING balance to a central cellular energy molecule (NAD+) not only PREVENTED disease features but REVERSED them, EVEN at late stages.
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what if i did something wild for next year, maybe tried offering little monthly mini prints to mail to folks, either as cards or just standalone prints.
after a couple years of sinking into the void, i'd like to try breaking out some more of my traditional media again.
thoughts?
#printmaking #art
after a couple years of sinking into the void, i'd like to try breaking out some more of my traditional media again.
thoughts?
#printmaking #art
December 28, 2025 at 5:10 PM
what if i did something wild for next year, maybe tried offering little monthly mini prints to mail to folks, either as cards or just standalone prints.
after a couple years of sinking into the void, i'd like to try breaking out some more of my traditional media again.
thoughts?
#printmaking #art
after a couple years of sinking into the void, i'd like to try breaking out some more of my traditional media again.
thoughts?
#printmaking #art
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This is a helluva piece by local news reporters about the nightmare our city endured. Read every word about the violence & overreach, non-stop DHS lies, disgusting ICE/CPB photo ops, horrible impacts on families & communities & how local Chicago residents fought back.
December 28, 2025 at 3:08 PM
This is a helluva piece by local news reporters about the nightmare our city endured. Read every word about the violence & overreach, non-stop DHS lies, disgusting ICE/CPB photo ops, horrible impacts on families & communities & how local Chicago residents fought back.
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i don’t see how any of the benefits of chatgpt and other consumer-facing LLMs can possibly outweigh their incredible ability to induce suicides
Adam Raine’s life hurtled toward tragedy soon after he began talking with ChatGPT about homework. Analysis of his ChatGPT account shows how the chatbot became a confidant as he planned to end his life.
74 suicide warnings and 243 mentions of hanging: What ChatGPT said to a suicidal teen
Analysis of high-schooler Adam Raine’s ChatGPT account by attorneys for his parents shows how the chatbot became a confidant as he planned to end his life.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 28, 2025 at 2:06 AM
i don’t see how any of the benefits of chatgpt and other consumer-facing LLMs can possibly outweigh their incredible ability to induce suicides