Long Live Chicago
@troppypop.bsky.social
Recovering girlboss. Podcasts about Cowboy Bebop and She-Ra. Cosplayer, poet, bassist. STFU about Chicago. 🩷💛💙(She/her)
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2026.
I want to be a voice actor in one (1) video game.
I want to officiate one (1) wedding.
These are my demands.
My reasoning: I am legitimately way more qualified than anyone who is currently in charge of pretty much anything, so you all should let me.
I want to be a voice actor in one (1) video game.
I want to officiate one (1) wedding.
These are my demands.
My reasoning: I am legitimately way more qualified than anyone who is currently in charge of pretty much anything, so you all should let me.
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what u have to understand is that working on my novel, answering dms, and answering emails all cost 1 spell slot but posting? Posting is a cantrip
January 7, 2026 at 5:55 AM
what u have to understand is that working on my novel, answering dms, and answering emails all cost 1 spell slot but posting? Posting is a cantrip
Hot take? Unpopular opinion? Unsure, but...
I do not like how the new Animal Crossing hotel feature brings so many tourists to the island. It ruins the whole narrative- villagers starting over somewhere simpler and more peaceful. There's like 100% more folks on the map, now! Too crowded.
I do not like how the new Animal Crossing hotel feature brings so many tourists to the island. It ruins the whole narrative- villagers starting over somewhere simpler and more peaceful. There's like 100% more folks on the map, now! Too crowded.
January 20, 2026 at 4:04 AM
Hot take? Unpopular opinion? Unsure, but...
I do not like how the new Animal Crossing hotel feature brings so many tourists to the island. It ruins the whole narrative- villagers starting over somewhere simpler and more peaceful. There's like 100% more folks on the map, now! Too crowded.
I do not like how the new Animal Crossing hotel feature brings so many tourists to the island. It ruins the whole narrative- villagers starting over somewhere simpler and more peaceful. There's like 100% more folks on the map, now! Too crowded.
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“It seems that our legislative assemblies have adopted Nero as their patron saint and are bent on fiddling while our cities burn… That is the sickness of racism, excessive materialism and militarism. Not only is this our nation’s dilemma, it is the plague of western civilization.” -MLKJ, 1967
SPEECH: The Three Evils of Society, Martin Luther King, Jr., 1967 | Black Agenda Report
Dr. Martin Luther King’s radical critique of racism, militarism, and poverty can never be bought, bridled, controlled, or compromised.
www.blackagendareport.com
January 19, 2026 at 1:16 PM
“It seems that our legislative assemblies have adopted Nero as their patron saint and are bent on fiddling while our cities burn… That is the sickness of racism, excessive materialism and militarism. Not only is this our nation’s dilemma, it is the plague of western civilization.” -MLKJ, 1967
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www.theatlantic.com/magazine/202...
The Atlantic's story profiling government employees is heartbreaking. One was working on an artificial retina. One was a technical wizard in the Space Force with an advanced education paid for by you and me but was transgender.
The Atlantic's story profiling government employees is heartbreaking. One was working on an artificial retina. One was a technical wizard in the Space Force with an advanced education paid for by you and me but was transgender.
The Purged
Donald Trump’s destruction of the civil service is a tragedy not just for the roughly 300,000 workers who have been discarded, but for an entire nation.
www.theatlantic.com
January 18, 2026 at 4:22 AM
www.theatlantic.com/magazine/202...
The Atlantic's story profiling government employees is heartbreaking. One was working on an artificial retina. One was a technical wizard in the Space Force with an advanced education paid for by you and me but was transgender.
The Atlantic's story profiling government employees is heartbreaking. One was working on an artificial retina. One was a technical wizard in the Space Force with an advanced education paid for by you and me but was transgender.
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"we don't want people thinking Democrats are for open borders" I am! who gives a shit!!! my life has been immeasurably improved by the presence of immigrants in my community, regardless of their status, there is literally no downside there! why would I give a shit!!!!
January 17, 2026 at 10:08 PM
"we don't want people thinking Democrats are for open borders" I am! who gives a shit!!! my life has been immeasurably improved by the presence of immigrants in my community, regardless of their status, there is literally no downside there! why would I give a shit!!!!
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At @wired.com, we are hiring for a senior editor on our science desk. I'm happy to answer any questions about the role; my email is timothy_marchman@wired.com.
Senior Editor, Science
WIRED is where a better future is imagined. For three decades, we have been the indispensable guide to a world in constant transformation. We cover humanity’s biggest challenges, from climate change t...
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January 14, 2026 at 4:32 PM
At @wired.com, we are hiring for a senior editor on our science desk. I'm happy to answer any questions about the role; my email is timothy_marchman@wired.com.
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We need to pick up this Overton Window and throw it as far as we can. Stop waiting for shit to “be popular” and start advocating for what is transparently right.
January 14, 2026 at 3:02 PM
We need to pick up this Overton Window and throw it as far as we can. Stop waiting for shit to “be popular” and start advocating for what is transparently right.
The project I am quietly working on reached a threshold, today, where I said, "Oh no, this is happening, and it's going to be really good." I proceeded to feel nauseous for the rest of the afternoon, as is my way.
I never grew out of stage fright or imposter syndrome. I just do stuff, anyway.
I never grew out of stage fright or imposter syndrome. I just do stuff, anyway.
January 14, 2026 at 3:19 AM
The project I am quietly working on reached a threshold, today, where I said, "Oh no, this is happening, and it's going to be really good." I proceeded to feel nauseous for the rest of the afternoon, as is my way.
I never grew out of stage fright or imposter syndrome. I just do stuff, anyway.
I never grew out of stage fright or imposter syndrome. I just do stuff, anyway.
Every story we grew up with makes it clear: There is no controlling evil for the sake of good. The One Ring corrupts completely and must be destroyed. Any faction with a planet-destroying laser is bad.
What in history possibly could have inspired these metaphors? What could they mean now?? HMMM
What in history possibly could have inspired these metaphors? What could they mean now?? HMMM
January 12, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Every story we grew up with makes it clear: There is no controlling evil for the sake of good. The One Ring corrupts completely and must be destroyed. Any faction with a planet-destroying laser is bad.
What in history possibly could have inspired these metaphors? What could they mean now?? HMMM
What in history possibly could have inspired these metaphors? What could they mean now?? HMMM
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I made an 11x17" double-sided poster version of "Who Shares the Restroom Code with ICE Agents?" Please DO NOT edit anything on it, but print and distribute freely! I'd love to see it in windows, bookstores, schools, taped up in public, rolled and rubber banded, etc. tinyurl.com/WhoSharesWit...
January 11, 2026 at 4:48 AM
I made an 11x17" double-sided poster version of "Who Shares the Restroom Code with ICE Agents?" Please DO NOT edit anything on it, but print and distribute freely! I'd love to see it in windows, bookstores, schools, taped up in public, rolled and rubber banded, etc. tinyurl.com/WhoSharesWit...
Felt compelled to pop into Animal Crossing: New Horizons today. I hadn't touched it in 5.5 years. It was surprisingly emotional to see myself- bass guitars, monstera, record player, sewing machines, heart-shaped sunglasses, beret.
"Despite everything, it's still you."
"Despite everything, it's still you."
January 11, 2026 at 6:30 AM
Felt compelled to pop into Animal Crossing: New Horizons today. I hadn't touched it in 5.5 years. It was surprisingly emotional to see myself- bass guitars, monstera, record player, sewing machines, heart-shaped sunglasses, beret.
"Despite everything, it's still you."
"Despite everything, it's still you."
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Hi folks, I'm seeing a lot of "Eyes on Minneapolis" & "We support Minnesota" sentiment. Here's a tangible way you can help:
Trump just suspended federal funding for SNAP benefits to Minnesota. Second Harvest Heartland is an MN-based hunger-relief org.
Please donate what you can.
www.2harvest.org
Trump just suspended federal funding for SNAP benefits to Minnesota. Second Harvest Heartland is an MN-based hunger-relief org.
Please donate what you can.
www.2harvest.org
Second Harvest Heartland | Local Minnesota, Wisconsin food bank | 2harvest.org
There is more than enough food for everyone. As one of the nation’s largest hunger relief agencies, it’s our job to make sure healthy, nutritious food gets to the households who need it. Every day, we...
www.2harvest.org
January 10, 2026 at 10:21 PM
Hi folks, I'm seeing a lot of "Eyes on Minneapolis" & "We support Minnesota" sentiment. Here's a tangible way you can help:
Trump just suspended federal funding for SNAP benefits to Minnesota. Second Harvest Heartland is an MN-based hunger-relief org.
Please donate what you can.
www.2harvest.org
Trump just suspended federal funding for SNAP benefits to Minnesota. Second Harvest Heartland is an MN-based hunger-relief org.
Please donate what you can.
www.2harvest.org
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Every "AI Haters" list I'm added to makes me stronger
January 9, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Every "AI Haters" list I'm added to makes me stronger
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TRUE LOVE IS POSSIBLE ONLY IN THE NEXT WORLD -- FOR NEW PEOPLE. IT IS TOO LATE FOR US.
January 8, 2026 at 11:14 AM
TRUE LOVE IS POSSIBLE ONLY IN THE NEXT WORLD -- FOR NEW PEOPLE. IT IS TOO LATE FOR US.
As a millennial, how will I even know when my midlife crisis hits? External forces have given us constant crises for our entire adult lives! It always just feels like this!
January 9, 2026 at 3:03 AM
As a millennial, how will I even know when my midlife crisis hits? External forces have given us constant crises for our entire adult lives! It always just feels like this!
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We’re looking for an experienced newsroom leader with a track record of producing and editing impactful, community-centered journalism. If that sounds like you, apply to be our next editor in chief: buff.ly/jKsWWgE
January 4, 2026 at 11:00 PM
We’re looking for an experienced newsroom leader with a track record of producing and editing impactful, community-centered journalism. If that sounds like you, apply to be our next editor in chief: buff.ly/jKsWWgE
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losing my mind at the "she should have followed directions" people
really? really? you're cool with "if you don't follow directions, they get to kill you"? that seems like a good state of affairs to you? that seems like how law enforcement ought to work: instant obeisance or death?
really? really? you're cool with "if you don't follow directions, they get to kill you"? that seems like a good state of affairs to you? that seems like how law enforcement ought to work: instant obeisance or death?
January 7, 2026 at 6:25 PM
losing my mind at the "she should have followed directions" people
really? really? you're cool with "if you don't follow directions, they get to kill you"? that seems like a good state of affairs to you? that seems like how law enforcement ought to work: instant obeisance or death?
really? really? you're cool with "if you don't follow directions, they get to kill you"? that seems like a good state of affairs to you? that seems like how law enforcement ought to work: instant obeisance or death?
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Prepare to say goodbye to Discord (the enshittification will begin no later than date of IPO +3 months):
https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/chat-platform-discord-confidentially-file-233734571.html
https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/chat-platform-discord-confidentially-file-233734571.html
January 7, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Prepare to say goodbye to Discord (the enshittification will begin no later than date of IPO +3 months):
https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/chat-platform-discord-confidentially-file-233734571.html
https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/chat-platform-discord-confidentially-file-233734571.html
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It's very clear from the commentary exploding on the timeline right now that hardly anyone outside Chicago knows ICE shot and killed a man in his car here in the fall.
It's probably not your fault—too much news.
But if you're choosing to jump in & *report* today, please contextualize. Thanks.
It's probably not your fault—too much news.
But if you're choosing to jump in & *report* today, please contextualize. Thanks.
January 7, 2026 at 4:42 PM
It's very clear from the commentary exploding on the timeline right now that hardly anyone outside Chicago knows ICE shot and killed a man in his car here in the fall.
It's probably not your fault—too much news.
But if you're choosing to jump in & *report* today, please contextualize. Thanks.
It's probably not your fault—too much news.
But if you're choosing to jump in & *report* today, please contextualize. Thanks.
Came up with an idea that I wish I could follow through on:
"Make it Stop," a video essay series on why beloved IP should stop creating content. Star Wars. The Simpsons. The MCU. Adventure Time.
Unfortunately, I am a woman, and having these opinions on the Internet could actually get me killed!
"Make it Stop," a video essay series on why beloved IP should stop creating content. Star Wars. The Simpsons. The MCU. Adventure Time.
Unfortunately, I am a woman, and having these opinions on the Internet could actually get me killed!
January 7, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Came up with an idea that I wish I could follow through on:
"Make it Stop," a video essay series on why beloved IP should stop creating content. Star Wars. The Simpsons. The MCU. Adventure Time.
Unfortunately, I am a woman, and having these opinions on the Internet could actually get me killed!
"Make it Stop," a video essay series on why beloved IP should stop creating content. Star Wars. The Simpsons. The MCU. Adventure Time.
Unfortunately, I am a woman, and having these opinions on the Internet could actually get me killed!
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You’re pushed on by numbers and punitive measures: pain, rejection, and unpaid bills. You can either play or you can crawl under a boat and waste away -- turn into salt or a flock of seagulls. Your enemies would love that. Or you can fight. The only way to load the dice is to keep on fighting.
January 7, 2026 at 9:05 AM
You’re pushed on by numbers and punitive measures: pain, rejection, and unpaid bills. You can either play or you can crawl under a boat and waste away -- turn into salt or a flock of seagulls. Your enemies would love that. Or you can fight. The only way to load the dice is to keep on fighting.
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It’s a “keep an eye out for chuds in rental cars” day here in Chicago. Grab your whistle, work near your window, take a walk at lunch
January 7, 2026 at 1:33 PM
It’s a “keep an eye out for chuds in rental cars” day here in Chicago. Grab your whistle, work near your window, take a walk at lunch
I miss people inviting me to be in cosplay groups, but I recognize that 1. I only go to 2-3 cons a year and 2. There's like a 50% chance I won't finish the costume I committed to, due to medical reasons, laziness, or sewing incompetence. Groups are for finishers!
January 7, 2026 at 3:39 PM
I miss people inviting me to be in cosplay groups, but I recognize that 1. I only go to 2-3 cons a year and 2. There's like a 50% chance I won't finish the costume I committed to, due to medical reasons, laziness, or sewing incompetence. Groups are for finishers!
2025 was about seeing just how much Americans would allow.
2026, it seems, is about seeing just how much the world will allow.
Feels like the natural result of shrugging, insisting we all wait to vote again, and focusing on "kitchen table issues," but what do I know?
2026, it seems, is about seeing just how much the world will allow.
Feels like the natural result of shrugging, insisting we all wait to vote again, and focusing on "kitchen table issues," but what do I know?
January 6, 2026 at 10:03 PM
2025 was about seeing just how much Americans would allow.
2026, it seems, is about seeing just how much the world will allow.
Feels like the natural result of shrugging, insisting we all wait to vote again, and focusing on "kitchen table issues," but what do I know?
2026, it seems, is about seeing just how much the world will allow.
Feels like the natural result of shrugging, insisting we all wait to vote again, and focusing on "kitchen table issues," but what do I know?
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not to go all identity politics but I think it’s also because the victims are women
one takeaway from the grok noncon porn thing is that much of the media just isn't interested in an issue they can't pretend has two sides or that doesn't give them an opportunity to shit on the left. Also it would be uncomfortable to justify remaining on twitter after acknowledging it
January 6, 2026 at 9:21 PM
not to go all identity politics but I think it’s also because the victims are women