Alex the Antidote
@alextheantidote.bsky.social
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Rubio, Noem and others are violating the Geneva Conventions.
"Liberal regimes have standards for the treatment of prisoners. These standards are codified under the Geneva Conventions, which the US has signed and ratified," says @jvl.bsky.social.
It's crucial to situate Rubio at the center of these abuses (see thread below)
www.thebulwark.com/p/this-is-th...
It's crucial to situate Rubio at the center of these abuses (see thread below)
www.thebulwark.com/p/this-is-th...
March 27, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Rubio, Noem and others are violating the Geneva Conventions.
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They are just disappearing people off the street. Having a hard time thinking about literally anything else.
Not sure if this has been shared here yet, but this is video of Rumeysa Ozturk's arrest posted by WCVB. It's terrifying.
March 27, 2025 at 5:15 AM
They are just disappearing people off the street. Having a hard time thinking about literally anything else.
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One of the first things that I tell survivors of domestic abuse who are concerned about the safety of their devices to do is to check the security of their accounts. Techcrunch has a guide on how to do that.
It's never a bad time to take a look at your online accounts and see if you spot a weird device or login.
We have a comprehensive guide on how to check if your Gmail, Apple ID, Facebook, IG, WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, etc have been hacked.
techcrunch.com/2025/03/25/h...
We have a comprehensive guide on how to check if your Gmail, Apple ID, Facebook, IG, WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, etc have been hacked.
techcrunch.com/2025/03/25/h...
How to tell if your online accounts have been hacked | TechCrunch
This is a guide on how to check whether someone compromised your online accounts.
techcrunch.com
March 25, 2025 at 9:42 PM
One of the first things that I tell survivors of domestic abuse who are concerned about the safety of their devices to do is to check the security of their accounts. Techcrunch has a guide on how to do that.
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🔑 under-discussed point — why they were on signal:
March 25, 2025 at 11:59 AM
🔑 under-discussed point — why they were on signal:
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reminder: most americans have no idea any of this stuff is going on. the signal leaks. the destruction of dept of education, social security. they have no idea. they are trying to live life and this information isnt getting to them. take it upon yourself to spread the data.
March 25, 2025 at 1:36 PM
reminder: most americans have no idea any of this stuff is going on. the signal leaks. the destruction of dept of education, social security. they have no idea. they are trying to live life and this information isnt getting to them. take it upon yourself to spread the data.
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This is the first of what I think are going to be A LOT of primary challenges along these lines.
“Right now, the answer to authoritarianism isn’t to be quiet." - @katmabu.bsky.social
Exclusive interview ⤵️
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'We Are in an Emergency': Progressive TikTok Star Launches Bid to Unseat Old Guard Dem
The progressive TikTok star is running for Congress in a Democratic district that hasn’t had a competitive primary in decades.
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March 24, 2025 at 5:16 PM
This is the first of what I think are going to be A LOT of primary challenges along these lines.
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The latest crazy just proves what we all know. They are discussing everything on Signal to avoid any discovery or FOIA or archival laws. So illegal but here we are.
March 24, 2025 at 6:56 PM
The latest crazy just proves what we all know. They are discussing everything on Signal to avoid any discovery or FOIA or archival laws. So illegal but here we are.
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Now more than ever, we must step up action and protect #HealthForAll.
Recent funding cuts are hitting global health hard—let’s take action before it’s too late! 🧵
Recent funding cuts are hitting global health hard—let’s take action before it’s too late! 🧵
March 21, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Now more than ever, we must step up action and protect #HealthForAll.
Recent funding cuts are hitting global health hard—let’s take action before it’s too late! 🧵
Recent funding cuts are hitting global health hard—let’s take action before it’s too late! 🧵
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Texas spends less per person on public health now than it did before the pandemic. Fewer Texans are getting vaccinated. Officials have less power to respond to health crises.
What does that mean for the next pandemic?
What does that mean for the next pandemic?
After COVID, Texas is less prepared for the next pandemic
Five years after Texas’ first COVID death, the state spends less on public health, vaccination rates have dropped and a distrust of authority has taken hold.
www.texastribune.org
March 18, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Texas spends less per person on public health now than it did before the pandemic. Fewer Texans are getting vaccinated. Officials have less power to respond to health crises.
What does that mean for the next pandemic?
What does that mean for the next pandemic?
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Breaking: A Houston-area midwife has been arrested on allegations she performed illegal abortions, the first criminal charges brought under the state’s near-total abortion ban, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Monday.
Houston-area midwife arrested for allegedly providing illegal abortions
This represents the first criminal charges under Texas’ near-total abortion ban.
www.texastribune.org
March 17, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Breaking: A Houston-area midwife has been arrested on allegations she performed illegal abortions, the first criminal charges brought under the state’s near-total abortion ban, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Monday.
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The People's Union USA, a grassroots group, is calling on Americans to join a national boycott by not shopping for 24 hours on Friday.
A movement is calling for an 'economic blackout' on Friday. Here's what to know
The People's Union USA, a grassroots group, is calling on Americans to join a national boycott by not shopping for 24 hours on Friday.
www.npr.org
February 28, 2025 at 3:36 AM
The People's Union USA, a grassroots group, is calling on Americans to join a national boycott by not shopping for 24 hours on Friday.
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happy presidents day
February 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
happy presidents day
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I have friends who are genuinely confused when I point out to them that being politically engaged is a luxury item lots of folks don't invest time or money into. They don't think deeply about politics until and unless it directly affects them. It's an alien thought (and I get it!), but it's true.
Too many people on here seem to believe there are exactly two kinds of Americans: ardent politically-obsessed Bluesky users, and frothing MAGA cultists.
There are a LOT of people in this country who *just don’t pay a lot of attention one way or another*.
And we absolutely can reach them.
There are a LOT of people in this country who *just don’t pay a lot of attention one way or another*.
And we absolutely can reach them.
February 16, 2025 at 4:06 PM
I have friends who are genuinely confused when I point out to them that being politically engaged is a luxury item lots of folks don't invest time or money into. They don't think deeply about politics until and unless it directly affects them. It's an alien thought (and I get it!), but it's true.
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Each time I have sat down to write something since the election, I am bothered by this recurring phrase that I simply cannot get out of my head.
So, I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
So, I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
We Are on Our Own
From Marc | Our institutions are not going to save us. Only we can do that.
www.democracydocket.com
January 3, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Each time I have sat down to write something since the election, I am bothered by this recurring phrase that I simply cannot get out of my head.
So, I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
So, I am going to just say it out loud: we are on our own.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/we-a...
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imagine nathan fielder hosting jeopardy
December 13, 2024 at 5:38 AM
imagine nathan fielder hosting jeopardy
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I start reading over 100 books a year; I finish less than 20% of them.
Books are not homework assignments; if what you're reading doesn't bring you pleasure or satisfaction, give it to your local library and move onto a book that you will truly enjoy.
Books are not homework assignments; if what you're reading doesn't bring you pleasure or satisfaction, give it to your local library and move onto a book that you will truly enjoy.
December 19, 2024 at 3:59 PM
I start reading over 100 books a year; I finish less than 20% of them.
Books are not homework assignments; if what you're reading doesn't bring you pleasure or satisfaction, give it to your local library and move onto a book that you will truly enjoy.
Books are not homework assignments; if what you're reading doesn't bring you pleasure or satisfaction, give it to your local library and move onto a book that you will truly enjoy.
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My fiancé and I both worked retail for a long time, so creating a Christmas playlist that doesn't abruptly fill one or both of us with murderjuice is a complicated undertaking.
December 12, 2024 at 2:04 PM
My fiancé and I both worked retail for a long time, so creating a Christmas playlist that doesn't abruptly fill one or both of us with murderjuice is a complicated undertaking.
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A bill to break up UnitedHealth, CVS, Cigna and more has been introduced by a bipartisan group of U.S. senators and representatives.
The legislation would force insurers to sell their pharmacy businesses.
It aims to combat PBMs, pharma middlemen who drive up costs.
The legislation would force insurers to sell their pharmacy businesses.
It aims to combat PBMs, pharma middlemen who drive up costs.
December 12, 2024 at 3:44 PM
A bill to break up UnitedHealth, CVS, Cigna and more has been introduced by a bipartisan group of U.S. senators and representatives.
The legislation would force insurers to sell their pharmacy businesses.
It aims to combat PBMs, pharma middlemen who drive up costs.
The legislation would force insurers to sell their pharmacy businesses.
It aims to combat PBMs, pharma middlemen who drive up costs.
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"they nabbed me in altoona" feels already very Anthem of a Folk Hero
December 9, 2024 at 4:54 PM
"they nabbed me in altoona" feels already very Anthem of a Folk Hero
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“It’s disgusting to think the shooter is hot”
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves was my sexual awakening. I was 10. Shut up - justice gets me tingly
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves was my sexual awakening. I was 10. Shut up - justice gets me tingly
December 6, 2024 at 5:52 PM
“It’s disgusting to think the shooter is hot”
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves was my sexual awakening. I was 10. Shut up - justice gets me tingly
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves was my sexual awakening. I was 10. Shut up - justice gets me tingly
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no more live action video game movies unless it’s tony hawk pro skater. all the background characters are played by tony hawk except tony hawk who’s played by jeremy allen white
November 21, 2024 at 10:59 PM
no more live action video game movies unless it’s tony hawk pro skater. all the background characters are played by tony hawk except tony hawk who’s played by jeremy allen white
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A list of bands in order of efficacy:
3. Placebo
2. The Cure
1. Prevention
3. Placebo
2. The Cure
1. Prevention
November 22, 2024 at 12:05 PM
A list of bands in order of efficacy:
3. Placebo
2. The Cure
1. Prevention
3. Placebo
2. The Cure
1. Prevention