Peter WHK
@52kestral.bsky.social
He/Him
AuDHD; chronic disability; cinefile; bibliophile; intersectional feminist; woso fan 💚🐺❤️🌹; sci-fi and fantasy nerd; spend most of my time reading; 🍉
BA from JMU, MA from U of Regina, enrolled in 2nd MA currently
AuDHD; chronic disability; cinefile; bibliophile; intersectional feminist; woso fan 💚🐺❤️🌹; sci-fi and fantasy nerd; spend most of my time reading; 🍉
BA from JMU, MA from U of Regina, enrolled in 2nd MA currently
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Peter WHK
@52kestral.bsky.social
· Nov 9
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers!
Day 1
#BookSky 💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge
Day 1
#BookSky 💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge
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the guy who baited DK Metcalf today in Detroit 👇
December 21, 2025 at 11:52 PM
the guy who baited DK Metcalf today in Detroit 👇
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Yes. And translators, badly paid, have been trying to make people aware of this, but they have only a small platform. Need writers and readers to be aware and speak out.
All my foreign language contracts going forward will stipulate that a real person translates.
All my foreign language contracts going forward will stipulate that a real person translates.
Deep breath
Ok I'm going to try and stay calm
But I'll point out that AI translation is literally causing translators to be fired (see the whole Harlequin line in France)
(1/?)
Ok I'm going to try and stay calm
But I'll point out that AI translation is literally causing translators to be fired (see the whole Harlequin line in France)
(1/?)
December 21, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Yes. And translators, badly paid, have been trying to make people aware of this, but they have only a small platform. Need writers and readers to be aware and speak out.
All my foreign language contracts going forward will stipulate that a real person translates.
All my foreign language contracts going forward will stipulate that a real person translates.
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BREAKING: RFKJr directs that the US instantly stop recommending all vaccinations for children. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
Under RFK Jr., U.S. plans to stop recommending most vaccines, defer to doctors
The plan, which is not finalized, suggests children get fewer shots and shifts to a model telling parents to consult doctors to make their own vaccine choices.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 19, 2025 at 10:32 PM
BREAKING: RFKJr directs that the US instantly stop recommending all vaccinations for children. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
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There's an impeachment resolution against this guy in the House but it's not being talked about very much because "This lunatic is trying to kill your children" isn't a compelling enough political message I guess
BREAKING: RFKJr directs that the US instantly stop recommending all vaccinations for children. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
Under RFK Jr., U.S. plans to stop recommending most vaccines, defer to doctors
The plan, which is not finalized, suggests children get fewer shots and shifts to a model telling parents to consult doctors to make their own vaccine choices.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 20, 2025 at 5:11 PM
There's an impeachment resolution against this guy in the House but it's not being talked about very much because "This lunatic is trying to kill your children" isn't a compelling enough political message I guess
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BREAKING: At least 16 files from the Epstein release disappeared from DOJ's webpage, including a photo of Trump, with no explanation.
At least 16 files have disappeared from the DOJ webpage for documents related to Jeffrey Epstein
The Justice Department’s webpage for documents related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is missing at least 16 of its files a day after they were released.
bit.ly
December 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
BREAKING: At least 16 files from the Epstein release disappeared from DOJ's webpage, including a photo of Trump, with no explanation.
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It's the oil, everyone.
December 19, 2025 at 12:31 AM
It's the oil, everyone.
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the wnbpa announced thursday that the union has authorized the executive committe to "call a strike when necessary"
the wnba has notably never had a work stoppage of any kind
www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/wn...
the wnba has notably never had a work stoppage of any kind
www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/wn...
WNBA players vote to authorize strike if 'necessary': What it means for CBA talks
The WNBA and WNBPA remain far apart ahead of the Jan. 9 deadline to agree to a new CBA
www.cbssports.com
December 18, 2025 at 9:06 PM
the wnbpa announced thursday that the union has authorized the executive committe to "call a strike when necessary"
the wnba has notably never had a work stoppage of any kind
www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/wn...
the wnba has notably never had a work stoppage of any kind
www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/wn...
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December 18, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Breaking News: Board members voted to add President Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center, but Congress must act to make it official.
Kennedy Center Board Moves to Rename It the Trump-Kennedy Center
The performing arts center is by law designated the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and it has been generally understood that the power to change the center’s name lies with Congress.
nyti.ms
December 18, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Breaking News: Board members voted to add President Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center, but Congress must act to make it official.
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You roll into Ohare one week before Christmas and cause chaos in the rideshare lot for only one reason and it's not to keep people safe.
Border patrol under command of Greg Bovino running a checkpoint at the exit to the Uber lot at O’Hare airport in Chicago, asking drivers for proof of valid residency in this country
December 17, 2025 at 10:09 PM
You roll into Ohare one week before Christmas and cause chaos in the rideshare lot for only one reason and it's not to keep people safe.
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Absolutely essential reading. Brilliant and chilling analysis from @audrelawdamercy.bsky.social.
ballsandstrikes.org/law-politics...
ballsandstrikes.org/law-politics...
How the Trump Administration Is Quietly Resegregating the American Workforce
The Justice Department’s rollback of disparate impact is just one new policy that makes it harder for people of color to challenge illegal discrimination.
ballsandstrikes.org
December 17, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Absolutely essential reading. Brilliant and chilling analysis from @audrelawdamercy.bsky.social.
ballsandstrikes.org/law-politics...
ballsandstrikes.org/law-politics...
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Exclusive: The Department of Health and Human Services has terminated seven grants totaling millions of dollars to the American Academy of Pediatrics. The association has been one of the harshest critics of Health Secretary RFK Jr.’s changes to federal vaccine policy.
American Academy of Pediatrics loses HHS funding after criticizing RFK Jr.
HHS cuts key AAP grants, citing concerns about “identity-based language” and insufficient focus on agency priorities. The organization said the cuts could harm child health.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Exclusive: The Department of Health and Human Services has terminated seven grants totaling millions of dollars to the American Academy of Pediatrics. The association has been one of the harshest critics of Health Secretary RFK Jr.’s changes to federal vaccine policy.
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A quite startling overperformance for Democrats in tonight's special election for a state Senate seat in Kentucky:
Democrat Gary Clemons won 72% to 25%.
He was defending a Dem-held seat where Kamala Harris beat Trump by 5% last year.
Democrat Gary Clemons won 72% to 25%.
He was defending a Dem-held seat where Kamala Harris beat Trump by 5% last year.
December 17, 2025 at 12:31 AM
A quite startling overperformance for Democrats in tonight's special election for a state Senate seat in Kentucky:
Democrat Gary Clemons won 72% to 25%.
He was defending a Dem-held seat where Kamala Harris beat Trump by 5% last year.
Democrat Gary Clemons won 72% to 25%.
He was defending a Dem-held seat where Kamala Harris beat Trump by 5% last year.
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And the 47 cowards who voted present: bsky.app/profile/citi...
And now, the 47 cowardly Democrats who were whipped by leadership to vote 'present' on the impeachment resolution today:
Pete Aguilar of CA
Wesley Bell of MO
Ami Bera of CA
Don Beyer of VA
Janelle Bynum of OR
Ed Case of HI
Sean Casten of IL
Kathy Castor of FL
(cont'd)
Pete Aguilar of CA
Wesley Bell of MO
Ami Bera of CA
Don Beyer of VA
Janelle Bynum of OR
Ed Case of HI
Sean Casten of IL
Kathy Castor of FL
(cont'd)
December 12, 2025 at 12:06 AM
And the 47 cowards who voted present: bsky.app/profile/citi...
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A new report from Amnesty International, found that the Everglades detention facility known as Alligator Alcatraz punished detainees in "The Box"—a 2x2 foot outdoor cage where victims are shackled, exposed to sweltering heat and swarms of insects, and denied water in a calculated act of torture.
December 6, 2025 at 4:28 PM
A new report from Amnesty International, found that the Everglades detention facility known as Alligator Alcatraz punished detainees in "The Box"—a 2x2 foot outdoor cage where victims are shackled, exposed to sweltering heat and swarms of insects, and denied water in a calculated act of torture.
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-Bust up monopolies
-Boost unions
-$20/hr fed minimum wage
-Ban Wall Street from buying homes
-Pass M4A
-Universal childcare
-Get rid of Trump’s tariffs
-Enact UBI
-Tax the rich
These are crucial steps to making America affordable again. Every Democrat must fight for this.
-Boost unions
-$20/hr fed minimum wage
-Ban Wall Street from buying homes
-Pass M4A
-Universal childcare
-Get rid of Trump’s tariffs
-Enact UBI
-Tax the rich
These are crucial steps to making America affordable again. Every Democrat must fight for this.
December 6, 2025 at 7:01 PM
-Bust up monopolies
-Boost unions
-$20/hr fed minimum wage
-Ban Wall Street from buying homes
-Pass M4A
-Universal childcare
-Get rid of Trump’s tariffs
-Enact UBI
-Tax the rich
These are crucial steps to making America affordable again. Every Democrat must fight for this.
-Boost unions
-$20/hr fed minimum wage
-Ban Wall Street from buying homes
-Pass M4A
-Universal childcare
-Get rid of Trump’s tariffs
-Enact UBI
-Tax the rich
These are crucial steps to making America affordable again. Every Democrat must fight for this.
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‘Zero F**ks Left’ Halle Berry Draws Gasps From Summit Crowd as She Trashes Gavin Newsom for ‘Devaluing’ Women
‘Zero F**ks Left’ Halle Berry Draws Gasps From Summit Crowd as She Trashes Gavin Newsom for ‘Devaluing’ Women
Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry took the stage at Wednesday's New York Times DealBook summit, where she shocked the crowd by blasting California Governor Gavin Newsom.
The post ‘Zero F**ks Left’ Halle Berry Draws Gasps From Summit Crowd as She Trashes Gavin Newsom for ‘Devaluing’ Women first appeared on Mediaite.
dlvr.it
December 4, 2025 at 2:33 PM
‘Zero F**ks Left’ Halle Berry Draws Gasps From Summit Crowd as She Trashes Gavin Newsom for ‘Devaluing’ Women
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TN05 in the general is even more potentially doable so tomorrow we get up and start working for Chaz Molder to win 335 days from now. We rest and we keep building. We hit up d7 backers to phone bank and stuff envelopes and even go knock doors since 5 is part of the same city. We do not quit.
December 3, 2025 at 3:35 AM
TN05 in the general is even more potentially doable so tomorrow we get up and start working for Chaz Molder to win 335 days from now. We rest and we keep building. We hit up d7 backers to phone bank and stuff envelopes and even go knock doors since 5 is part of the same city. We do not quit.
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Transphobia is alive and well.
First Openly Trans NFL Cheerleader Claims She Was Cut After 3 Seasons Due To Transphobia
www.comicsands.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Transphobia is alive and well.
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I am thankful the Palestinian American child Mohamed Ibrahim- who was tortured for 9 months in Israeli prison- is finally free.
November 27, 2025 at 6:22 PM
I am thankful the Palestinian American child Mohamed Ibrahim- who was tortured for 9 months in Israeli prison- is finally free.
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Really important to stress that the Crown Jewels of the US higher education system were never the Ivies or elite SLACs (other countries have equivalents of these) but the well-funded, large, cheap, and excellently staffed public state university systems bringing high quality education to the masses.
November 23, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Really important to stress that the Crown Jewels of the US higher education system were never the Ivies or elite SLACs (other countries have equivalents of these) but the well-funded, large, cheap, and excellently staffed public state university systems bringing high quality education to the masses.