Marvy
@arvyleigh.bsky.social
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"It’s crazy that we celebrate people who are billionaires. It should be illegal...We should have awards and whenever someone achieves $100 million, which is already obscene, we give them a bronze statue of a dick" www.ipolitics.ca/2025/07/02/i...
‘It’s too late’: David Suzuki says the fight against climate change is lost - iPolitics
"We have failed to shift the narrative and we are still caught up in the same legal, economic and political systems," said David Suzuki in an exclusive interview with iPolitics. "For me, what we've go...
www.ipolitics.ca
July 4, 2025 at 2:55 AM
"It’s crazy that we celebrate people who are billionaires. It should be illegal...We should have awards and whenever someone achieves $100 million, which is already obscene, we give them a bronze statue of a dick" www.ipolitics.ca/2025/07/02/i...
Well, this is grim.
I talked to 15 teachers/professors about how AI and ChatGPT is ruining their lives:
www.404media.co/teachers-are...
www.404media.co/teachers-are...
Teachers Are Not OK
AI, ChatGPT, and LLMs "have absolutely blown up what I try to accomplish with my teaching."
www.404media.co
June 4, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Well, this is grim.
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So think about the really unreliable tabloids and web publications — Zero Hedge, the Daily Mail, Epoch Times, that set. What makes them unreliable isn’t that they’re always wrong, it’s that they go to great lengths to make it impossible to fact check them, and to phrase their slanders ambiguously.
There are a lot of critiques of LLMs that I agree with but "they suck and aren't useful" doesn't really hold water.
I understand people not using them because of social, economic, and environmental concerns. And I also understand people using them because they can be very useful.
Thoughts?
I understand people not using them because of social, economic, and environmental concerns. And I also understand people using them because they can be very useful.
Thoughts?
April 25, 2025 at 2:36 AM
So think about the really unreliable tabloids and web publications — Zero Hedge, the Daily Mail, Epoch Times, that set. What makes them unreliable isn’t that they’re always wrong, it’s that they go to great lengths to make it impossible to fact check them, and to phrase their slanders ambiguously.
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THE RISE OF END TIMES FASCISM
My first major piece of the new Trump era, co-written with @astra.bsky.social.
The governing ideology of the far right has become a
monstrous, supremacist survivalism.
Our task is to build a movement strong enough to stop them. www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
My first major piece of the new Trump era, co-written with @astra.bsky.social.
The governing ideology of the far right has become a
monstrous, supremacist survivalism.
Our task is to build a movement strong enough to stop them. www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
The rise of end times fascism
The governing ideology of the far right has become a monstrous, supremacist survivalism. Our task is to build a movement strong enough to stop them
www.theguardian.com
April 13, 2025 at 1:32 PM
THE RISE OF END TIMES FASCISM
My first major piece of the new Trump era, co-written with @astra.bsky.social.
The governing ideology of the far right has become a
monstrous, supremacist survivalism.
Our task is to build a movement strong enough to stop them. www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
My first major piece of the new Trump era, co-written with @astra.bsky.social.
The governing ideology of the far right has become a
monstrous, supremacist survivalism.
Our task is to build a movement strong enough to stop them. www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...
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Instead of believing the myth that three expensive, genetically modified wolves are “de-extinct” dire wolves, let’s look at animals humanity has actually brought back from the brink of extinction using proven science and dedicated hard work: 🧵/6
April 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Instead of believing the myth that three expensive, genetically modified wolves are “de-extinct” dire wolves, let’s look at animals humanity has actually brought back from the brink of extinction using proven science and dedicated hard work: 🧵/6
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John Oliver's segment about trans athletes is a must watch for anyone who genuinely has "concerns" (and isn't just using that as cover for bigotry) www.readtpa.com/p/send-this-...
Send This John Oliver Segment to Anyone Still Confused About Trans Athletes
It's the most thoughtful, fact-based explanation you'll find about what's really happening in women's sports
www.readtpa.com
April 8, 2025 at 5:41 PM
John Oliver's segment about trans athletes is a must watch for anyone who genuinely has "concerns" (and isn't just using that as cover for bigotry) www.readtpa.com/p/send-this-...
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I have tariffed
the penguins
that are on
Heard Island
and which
you were probably
assuming
did not export goods
forgive me
they were taking advantage of us
so cunning
and so cold
the penguins
that are on
Heard Island
and which
you were probably
assuming
did not export goods
forgive me
they were taking advantage of us
so cunning
and so cold
April 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
I have tariffed
the penguins
that are on
Heard Island
and which
you were probably
assuming
did not export goods
forgive me
they were taking advantage of us
so cunning
and so cold
the penguins
that are on
Heard Island
and which
you were probably
assuming
did not export goods
forgive me
they were taking advantage of us
so cunning
and so cold
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Since posting our threads about the tariff on books yesterday, both @kingsbookstore.bsky.social and I have received a lot of comments along the lines of "We all have to make sacrifices; your industry isn't different in this regard."
But here's the thing: the book industry IS different.
Thread:
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But here's the thing: the book industry IS different.
Thread:
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March 20, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Since posting our threads about the tariff on books yesterday, both @kingsbookstore.bsky.social and I have received a lot of comments along the lines of "We all have to make sacrifices; your industry isn't different in this regard."
But here's the thing: the book industry IS different.
Thread:
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But here's the thing: the book industry IS different.
Thread:
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[mysterious circle of robed figures]
JK Rowling: hello children
Rowling: did you all see my tweet?
Allison Bailey:
Helen Joyce:
Kathleen Stock:
Rowling: i am sstill tweeting my the way
Rowling: don't think you can sstop paying attention
JK Rowling: hello children
Rowling: did you all see my tweet?
Allison Bailey:
Helen Joyce:
Kathleen Stock:
Rowling: i am sstill tweeting my the way
Rowling: don't think you can sstop paying attention
March 19, 2025 at 3:52 PM
[mysterious circle of robed figures]
JK Rowling: hello children
Rowling: did you all see my tweet?
Allison Bailey:
Helen Joyce:
Kathleen Stock:
Rowling: i am sstill tweeting my the way
Rowling: don't think you can sstop paying attention
JK Rowling: hello children
Rowling: did you all see my tweet?
Allison Bailey:
Helen Joyce:
Kathleen Stock:
Rowling: i am sstill tweeting my the way
Rowling: don't think you can sstop paying attention
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Remembering My Writer-in-Residency
Wallace Stegner House from CBC.ca At the time, I was a member of the Writer's Guild of Alberta and received their publication. In it was an ad for a stay at the Wallace Stegner House in Eastend, Saskatchewan, open to published writers. I fit the description and…
Wallace Stegner House from CBC.ca At the time, I was a member of the Writer's Guild of Alberta and received their publication. In it was an ad for a stay at the Wallace Stegner House in Eastend, Saskatchewan, open to published writers. I fit the description and…
Remembering My Writer-in-Residency
Wallace Stegner House from CBC.ca At the time, I was a member of the Writer's Guild of Alberta and received their publication. In it was an ad for a stay at the Wallace Stegner House in Eastend, Saskatchewan, open to published writers. I fit the description and so, on a whim, I applied. I was surprised when they called me later that week about a cancellation.
loriknutson.com
March 14, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Remembering My Writer-in-Residency
Wallace Stegner House from CBC.ca At the time, I was a member of the Writer's Guild of Alberta and received their publication. In it was an ad for a stay at the Wallace Stegner House in Eastend, Saskatchewan, open to published writers. I fit the description and…
Wallace Stegner House from CBC.ca At the time, I was a member of the Writer's Guild of Alberta and received their publication. In it was an ad for a stay at the Wallace Stegner House in Eastend, Saskatchewan, open to published writers. I fit the description and…
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One of the things I keep seeing Americans say is that American soldiers won’t fight Canadians, and one of the things I keep seeing is Americans getting really mad at Canadian boycotts and yelling at Canadians that they hope they get invaded.
March 9, 2025 at 6:04 AM
One of the things I keep seeing Americans say is that American soldiers won’t fight Canadians, and one of the things I keep seeing is Americans getting really mad at Canadian boycotts and yelling at Canadians that they hope they get invaded.
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In 1890, the Tariff Act came into place in the United States. It placed tariffs on imports of up to 50%.
While touted as a way to build American industry, there was also the hope it would force an annexation of Canada. It backfired.
Let's learn more.
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While touted as a way to build American industry, there was also the hope it would force an annexation of Canada. It backfired.
Let's learn more.
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March 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
In 1890, the Tariff Act came into place in the United States. It placed tariffs on imports of up to 50%.
While touted as a way to build American industry, there was also the hope it would force an annexation of Canada. It backfired.
Let's learn more.
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While touted as a way to build American industry, there was also the hope it would force an annexation of Canada. It backfired.
Let's learn more.
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“We must be prepared to defend our sovereignty-not just with military spending, but with a population that is engaged, trained and ready.” Great piece by @petermacleod.bsky.social about how Canada needs a Civil Defence Force where every Canadian has a role to play. 🇨🇦💪 thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025...
Canada Needs a New Civil Defence Corps | The Tyee
Trump’s aggression means it’s time to train thousands more civilians for disaster preparedness. Would you join?
thetyee.ca
March 5, 2025 at 1:04 PM
“We must be prepared to defend our sovereignty-not just with military spending, but with a population that is engaged, trained and ready.” Great piece by @petermacleod.bsky.social about how Canada needs a Civil Defence Force where every Canadian has a role to play. 🇨🇦💪 thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025...
For what it's worth, I contacted my mla and the premiers office and said I supported a strong response to the tariffs.
Oh, good lord. Scott Moe doesn't even have a plan for Saskatchewan. NOTHING. This is the most useless statement I have ever seen on tariffs and threats of annexation from any Premier.
March 4, 2025 at 10:50 PM
For what it's worth, I contacted my mla and the premiers office and said I supported a strong response to the tariffs.
If Canada is not a real country, then why don't you renounce your Canadian citizenship, hmmm? C'mon, take a stand.
February 25, 2025 at 2:19 PM
If Canada is not a real country, then why don't you renounce your Canadian citizenship, hmmm? C'mon, take a stand.
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On this day in 1986, Tommy Douglas died.
Considered one of the most important Canadians of the 20th century, he served as premier of Saskatchewan, led the federal NDP, and was instrumental in the creation of Medicare in Canada.
Let's explore his life :)
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Considered one of the most important Canadians of the 20th century, he served as premier of Saskatchewan, led the federal NDP, and was instrumental in the creation of Medicare in Canada.
Let's explore his life :)
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February 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM
On this day in 1986, Tommy Douglas died.
Considered one of the most important Canadians of the 20th century, he served as premier of Saskatchewan, led the federal NDP, and was instrumental in the creation of Medicare in Canada.
Let's explore his life :)
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Considered one of the most important Canadians of the 20th century, he served as premier of Saskatchewan, led the federal NDP, and was instrumental in the creation of Medicare in Canada.
Let's explore his life :)
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Just deactivated my Twitter account and uninstalled the app. Feels good.
February 21, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Just deactivated my Twitter account and uninstalled the app. Feels good.
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Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge proposes almost doubling public CBC funding, ending advertising and subscriptions. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art... via @theglobeandmail.com #cdnmedia #journalism
Heritage Minister proposes almost doubling public CBC funding, ending advertising and subscriptions
Pascale St-Onge calls for new mandate for the public broadcaster to legally enshrine funding on a per capita basis
www.theglobeandmail.com
February 21, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge proposes almost doubling public CBC funding, ending advertising and subscriptions. www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art... via @theglobeandmail.com #cdnmedia #journalism
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On this day in 1942, German tanks and soldiers marched through Winnipeg. The mayor, premier and Lt. Governor were arrested. The city was renamed Himmlerstadt, books were burned and the swastika flag flew around the city.
This is the story of Winnipeg's If Day.
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This is the story of Winnipeg's If Day.
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February 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
On this day in 1942, German tanks and soldiers marched through Winnipeg. The mayor, premier and Lt. Governor were arrested. The city was renamed Himmlerstadt, books were burned and the swastika flag flew around the city.
This is the story of Winnipeg's If Day.
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This is the story of Winnipeg's If Day.
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#Canada #DanielleSmith #Poilievre #DougFord #Trudeau #DavidEby #Mexico #USa #Tariffs #Trump #51stState #Musk #ElonMusk #MAGA #Project2025 #TheFourthReich #Authoritarianism #Fascism
Trump’s Obsession with Canada’s Water
⏬ Bluesky 'bite-sized' article thread (18 min) with added links 📖🍿🔊
Trump’s Obsession with Canada’s Water
⏬ Bluesky 'bite-sized' article thread (18 min) with added links 📖🍿🔊
Trump’s Obsession with Canada’s Water | The Tyee
He keeps talking about turning on our ‘big faucet.’ Look for the valve in Alberta, says one expert.
thetyee.ca
February 18, 2025 at 7:59 AM
#Canada #DanielleSmith #Poilievre #DougFord #Trudeau #DavidEby #Mexico #USa #Tariffs #Trump #51stState #Musk #ElonMusk #MAGA #Project2025 #TheFourthReich #Authoritarianism #Fascism
Trump’s Obsession with Canada’s Water
⏬ Bluesky 'bite-sized' article thread (18 min) with added links 📖🍿🔊
Trump’s Obsession with Canada’s Water
⏬ Bluesky 'bite-sized' article thread (18 min) with added links 📖🍿🔊