Erikashimizu
@aerica.bsky.social
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Ah! Glad someone who is actually informed wrote it up. Have been thinking since yesterday that the "Signal app is not secure" angle is wrong. This is the correct story, right here:
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A couple of years ago, I co-authored a report on messaging apps. We looked at how secure they really are and how users themselves often defeat security with their own behaviors. We focused on understanding vulnerable communities: journalists, abortion rights activists…
What is Secure? An Analysis of Popular Messaging Apps | TechPolicy.Press
Results of a technical, design, and policy analysis of encrypted apps from Signal, Telegram, Google, Apple, and Meta.
www.techpolicy.press
March 26, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Ah! Glad someone who is actually informed wrote it up. Have been thinking since yesterday that the "Signal app is not secure" angle is wrong. This is the correct story, right here:
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Remember that this is where his discussions with El Salvador began. The migrant detentions there are the dry run. He wants to ship U.S. prisoners to El Salvador.We cannot sleepwalk through this.
March 21, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Remember that this is where his discussions with El Salvador began. The migrant detentions there are the dry run. He wants to ship U.S. prisoners to El Salvador.We cannot sleepwalk through this.
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The idea that it’s undemocratic to use the powers given to you under state law to remove a corrupt mayor who is essentially being bribed into complying with an administration that’s breaking the law every minute is ridiculous.
Earlier today, Gov. Hochul was asked whether she's considering using her power to remove Eric Adams as mayor.
" That does not feel like something that's very democratic," she said. "That's why I'm not going to go there."
" That does not feel like something that's very democratic," she said. "That's why I'm not going to go there."
February 11, 2025 at 8:47 PM
The idea that it’s undemocratic to use the powers given to you under state law to remove a corrupt mayor who is essentially being bribed into complying with an administration that’s breaking the law every minute is ridiculous.
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Yesteday we brought you the story of how insurers have relied on doctors, some of whom “shut their eyes” to medical opinions that opposed their conclusions.
Today, @mayatmiller.bsky.social and I tell you the story of how insurers cite progress as a reason to deny
www.propublica.org/article/ment...
Today, @mayatmiller.bsky.social and I tell you the story of how insurers cite progress as a reason to deny
www.propublica.org/article/ment...
Her Mental Health Treatment Was Helping. That’s Why Insurance Cut Off Her Coverage.
Providers, patients and even some federal judges say progress-based insurance denials harm patients at key moments of mental health treatment.
www.propublica.org
December 31, 2024 at 12:44 PM
Yesteday we brought you the story of how insurers have relied on doctors, some of whom “shut their eyes” to medical opinions that opposed their conclusions.
Today, @mayatmiller.bsky.social and I tell you the story of how insurers cite progress as a reason to deny
www.propublica.org/article/ment...
Today, @mayatmiller.bsky.social and I tell you the story of how insurers cite progress as a reason to deny
www.propublica.org/article/ment...
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NEW: A devastating account about the lengths Eric Adams went to promote and protect the NYPD chief now accused of using overtime to pay for sex on demand, in past misconduct cases.
Eric Adams Promoted and Protected Jeffrey Maddrey, Ex-NYPD Chief in Explosive Misconduct Complaint
The mayor calls “extremely concerning” a police lieutenant’s allegations the chief of department gave her overtime pay in exchange for sex acts — but only after overriding consequences for Maddrey’s p...
www.thecity.nyc
December 22, 2024 at 8:40 PM
NEW: A devastating account about the lengths Eric Adams went to promote and protect the NYPD chief now accused of using overtime to pay for sex on demand, in past misconduct cases.
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Who will be in NYC in January? We are still woefully undersubscribed for this event - Prof Elhalaby is translating excepted from Gaza Diaries specifically for this event, plz don’t miss out!
Join us for our SECOND in-person workshopat Recirculation in NYC! @esmat.bsky.social will be discussing Muin Bseiso's GAZA DIARIES (1971) with us. All proceeds to the Sameer Project, which is distributing tents, cash aid and medical supplies. Register here: www.workshops4gaza.com/calendar/mui...
December 23, 2024 at 2:45 AM
Who will be in NYC in January? We are still woefully undersubscribed for this event - Prof Elhalaby is translating excepted from Gaza Diaries specifically for this event, plz don’t miss out!
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I'd like to encourage you in this season of giving to give money to palestinian families, and/or crips for esims, and/or the sameer project, and also follow @workshops4gaza.bsky.social!
You can use gazafunds.com to easily find palestinian funds to donate to
You can use gazafunds.com to easily find palestinian funds to donate to
Gaza Funds Spotlight Campaign
Find vetted fundraisers for Gaza here
gazafunds.com
December 15, 2024 at 4:26 PM
I'd like to encourage you in this season of giving to give money to palestinian families, and/or crips for esims, and/or the sameer project, and also follow @workshops4gaza.bsky.social!
You can use gazafunds.com to easily find palestinian funds to donate to
You can use gazafunds.com to easily find palestinian funds to donate to
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We’re hosting a workshop with the incredible Steven Thrasher, author of THE VIRAL UNDERCLASS, on media literacy—an amazing opportunity to learn from a brilliant scholar! All proceeds go to the Sameer Project. Sign up at the link below ⬇️ December 13, 7pm EST ✨
If you've ever wanted to take a class with me, now might be the time to learn how to READ, honey! I've partnered with @workshops4gaza.bsky.social to teach "The Library is Open: Understanding Media Ethics" to raise $ for food, water & education in North Gaza www.workshops4gaza.com/calendar/how...
November 19, 2024 at 5:34 PM
We’re hosting a workshop with the incredible Steven Thrasher, author of THE VIRAL UNDERCLASS, on media literacy—an amazing opportunity to learn from a brilliant scholar! All proceeds go to the Sameer Project. Sign up at the link below ⬇️ December 13, 7pm EST ✨
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If you read this free collection and want to contribute to our writers, several of them have GoFundMes.
The poet & mentor Heba al-Agha: www.gofundme.com/f/support-wr...
Poet Basman Eldirawi & his brother, the playwright Bassem Eldirawi: www.gofundme.com/f/support-ga...
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The poet & mentor Heba al-Agha: www.gofundme.com/f/support-wr...
Poet Basman Eldirawi & his brother, the playwright Bassem Eldirawi: www.gofundme.com/f/support-ga...
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November 18, 2024 at 5:56 PM
If you read this free collection and want to contribute to our writers, several of them have GoFundMes.
The poet & mentor Heba al-Agha: www.gofundme.com/f/support-wr...
Poet Basman Eldirawi & his brother, the playwright Bassem Eldirawi: www.gofundme.com/f/support-ga...
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The poet & mentor Heba al-Agha: www.gofundme.com/f/support-wr...
Poet Basman Eldirawi & his brother, the playwright Bassem Eldirawi: www.gofundme.com/f/support-ga...
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Did you know we’re hosting a cooking workshop with Laila El Haddad, author of the acclaimed cookbook Gaza Kitchen, on December 1? Participants will learn how to make Rummaniyeh and all proceeds will go to Laila’s family in GZ. Sign up here: www.workshops4gaza.com/calendar/gaz...
Gaza Kitchen: A Cooking Workshop — Workshops 4 Gaza
Register for “Gaza Kitchen: A Cooking Workshop” here . Donate to Laila’s family here (suggested donation $60 USD). In this workshop with renowned author and speaker Laila El Haddad, part...
www.workshops4gaza.com
November 20, 2024 at 2:48 AM
Did you know we’re hosting a cooking workshop with Laila El Haddad, author of the acclaimed cookbook Gaza Kitchen, on December 1? Participants will learn how to make Rummaniyeh and all proceeds will go to Laila’s family in GZ. Sign up here: www.workshops4gaza.com/calendar/gaz...
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@djolder.bsky.social is hosting a workshop for us on narrative fundamentals on December 19th! All proceeds go to Motasim’s family in GZ. Sign up here: www.workshops4gaza.com/calendar/cri...
Crisis Creates Us: Fire at the Crossroads of Art and Activism — Workshops 4 Gaza
Register for “Crisis Creates Us” here . Donate to Motasim here (suggested donation $60USD). The poet Martín Espada wrote that every rebellion begins with the idea that conquerors on hors...
www.workshops4gaza.com
November 18, 2024 at 4:06 AM
@djolder.bsky.social is hosting a workshop for us on narrative fundamentals on December 19th! All proceeds go to Motasim’s family in GZ. Sign up here: www.workshops4gaza.com/calendar/cri...