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mia
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just an Xpat navigating the bluer sky
pho with extra herbs is my love language
cat’s human, californian
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Trump’s greatest victory was convincing those counting pennies that the ones counting stock options could relate to their struggles.
MapQuest and Firefox coming out of Gen X retirement to lead the charge against fascism is the most unexpected yet peak 2025 energy.

MySpace, your move.
February 15, 2025 at 12:31 AM
MapQuest letting people rename the Gulf of Mexico on their maps is the kind of pettiness we didn’t know we needed in 2025
Gulf of Map Explorer
Create and share your own custom Gulf maps with MapQuest
gulfof.mapquest.com
February 14, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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This is the way…

Thousands of Democrats are flooding town halls around the country, making their voices heard and demanding their senators and reps to do more, to fight harder against Trump and Musk!

Don’t let up—it’s working.
February 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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This crowdfunding seeks donations to support the restoration of the urushi industry, which was affected by the earthquake. The funds will be used to grow urushi saplings over a long period, plant them, and harvest them in ten years for use in Wajima's art. 🌱
gogetfunding.com/wajima/
November 26, 2024 at 5:43 AM
How to transform your car brand into a symbol of hate. Cartoon by Fredrik Skavlan in Aftenposten, a Norwegian newspaper
February 13, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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I wrote about Kendrick Lamar Superbowl performance-- its subversive messaging about America being a rigged, deadly game of survival-- especially for Black people.

But we need to stop pretending revolution is going to come from celebrities. It'll come from us.

Gift link here: wapo.st/42JVBs6
Opinion | Kendrick Lamar’s performance was as Black and subversive as all get-out
His message at the Super Bowl was a warning and a threat.
wapo.st
February 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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It will always be The Gulf of Mexico.
February 11, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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The ASL version of “Not Like Us” is magnificent.
February 10, 2025 at 2:50 AM
a divided flag for a divided nation
February 11, 2025 at 2:06 AM
firefox has been living up to its name lately 🔥 IYKYK
February 11, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show was packed with symbolism – Samuel Jackson as “Uncle Sam” sneering, “Too loud, too ghetto, too reckless,” followed by “cultured chicos,” challenging society’s view of Black culture.
February 10, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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As a brazilian (a country also endangered by fascism), my advice for you is: don't let fear stop you for acting against fascism. If fear grows and paralyses you, use the hate inside yourself to keep yourself moving. Don't obbey in advance. Don't let them win without opposition.
February 9, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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(1/X) I still want this account to be mostly jokes, but I think we need to be realistic about what we’re facing.

It’s likely going to take mass protests stop the country from devolving all the way into fascism
February 9, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Musk might be the face of DOGE, but Thiel’s fingerprints are all over its foundation.

And that’s alarming—Thiel’s belief in tech-driven disruption has long been tied to far-right ideologies, using his wealth & influence to consolidate power, undermining democracy & the systems meant to protect us.
wired.com WIRED @wired.com · Feb 9
SCOOP: We've learned at least three individuals closely associated with Palantir or its cofounder Peter Thiel were involved in an online recruiting effort for DOGE late last year. Step inside the recruitment effort that helped build Elon's DOGE army:
The Recruitment Effort That Helped Build Elon Musk’s DOGE Army
At least three individuals associated with Palantir or its cofounder Peter Thiel were involved in an online recruiting effort for DOGE late last year, WIRED has learned.
wrd.cm
February 9, 2025 at 7:03 PM
didn’t realize not taking your meds could turn you into a full-blown Nazi
February 8, 2025 at 11:02 PM
For those wondering why there’s a bear on California flag—it’s a tribute to CA’s strength, defiance, & fearless independence. In 1846, CA rebelled & was briefly its own country. The last of the grizzlies were wiped out by 1920s, but their spirit lives on. Bold, rebellious, & unmistakably Californian
February 7, 2025 at 1:55 AM
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happy first birthday to Bluesky, and what a year it's been!

with every day, the need for an open network that puts people first becomes increasingly clear. we're glad to be building this with you. after all, the heart of a social network is the people.
February 6, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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To any of you familiar with the last 4 days of my life..

I really didn't want to have to do this, but we are drowning right now. To anyone who can help, thank you in advance.

We are also accepting donations in the form of good vibes and healing energy. I love you all.

gofund.me/4c4ce0e0
Donate to Please Help Support Bobbye's Recovery Journey, organized by Milk Pork
My wife, Bobbye, was in a horrible head-on collision on the highway on Friday,… Milk Pork needs your support for Please Help Support Bobbye's Recovery Journey
gofund.me
February 6, 2025 at 1:51 AM
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We appear to have gained 500 followers in the past couple of hours, so here’s a picture of our store, the oldest mystery fiction bookstore in the world. We ship — mysteriousbookshop.com
February 6, 2025 at 1:55 AM
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Hour and a half from now. Start learning how to connect to people and organize!
ACT Training 1: Cutting Through the Chaos · MoveOn
MoveOn’s Action Community Training (ACT) program is an opportunity to join a network of passionate changemakers across the country and gain valuable skills that will supercharge your organizing effort...
www.mobilize.us
February 3, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Okay, pardon us, but F this. America, you’ve got to stand up.
February 6, 2025 at 12:40 AM
feeling energized by all the protests and lawsuits against Elon today – more of this is what’s needed ahead.

big thanks to everyone for showing up and holding the line. we see you!
February 5, 2025 at 10:32 PM
California showing up, making our voices heard in Sacramento ✊
Amazing turnout for today's...

▪️ 50 States
▪️ 50 Capitols
▪️ 50 Marches

Stop the Coup ✊️

Sacramento, California
February 5, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Jasmine Crockett: civil rights attorney. law degree. former Texas state rep. fighting for voting rights & criminal justice reform

MTG: conspiracy theorist who ran a CrossFit gym
Boebert: high school dropout who ran a gun themed restaurant
Crockett: I am tired of the white tears. When you compare me to Marjorie Taylor Greene or me to Lauren Boebert, there is no comparison. So the only people that are crying are the mediocre white boys that have been beaten out by people that historically have had to work so, so much harder
February 5, 2025 at 1:10 AM