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Burgess Meredith, born today in 1907

Of “Time Enough at Last”, he said: “I don’t think I’ve ever done any other project that people talk to me more about than that show. .. It’s gotten to the point where when they first approach me, I almost know what they’re going to say.”

“Twilight Zone” (S1:E8)
November 16, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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The fact that El Fasher and Sudan aren’t in the top five searches on BlueSky tells us how much work there still is to be done.
October 28, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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Today should be No Kings Day in perpetuity. We have a day for everything else. And our entire democracy is built on the idea of “fuck the idea of a king”.
October 18, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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I apologize for being a patriotic, white and Christian. In America, these features have been weaponized against me.
October 15, 2025 at 10:18 AM
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Taylor Swift should just let them sleep on it like they did with Revival.
October 7, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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Budzinski: Families making over $700,000 a year will see a boost of $12,000 almost entirely from tax cuts. Shockingly, households making $23,000 a year or less are set to lose about $1600 a year, mostly due to deep cuts to Medicaid and food assistance
June 26, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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May 2, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Trump really is following The Phantom Menace playbook.
He's creating a disaster, in order to be able to declare an emergency and take control of sweeping powers.

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Alt National Park Service otonsderpSmt9862uc1glaaa48m8c80517f6mcf 8 a1ulfi51 h ggufl90u2g7 · We know this post is long, but it’s important to read to understand what’s going on. A lot of people are asking, “Why is Trump just out golfing while things are falling apart?” It’s simple: the emergency isn’t something he’s reacting to — it’s something he’s building. Trump recently declared a national economic emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) — granting himself sweeping authority over international trade by labeling foreign economic practices an “unusual and extraordinary threat.” But here’s the real play: by declaring a national emergency, Trump didn’t just respond to a crisis — he created one. And in doing so, he unlocked access to over 120 statutory powers scattered throughout federal law. Many of these powers have nothing to do with trade — and everything to do with expanding presidential authority inside the U.S. What This Move Enables: Expanded Domestic Powers 1. Control of Domestic Communications - 47 U.S.C. §606(c): Allows the president to take control of, shut down, or regulate wire and radio communications — including the internet, social media platforms, broadcast networks, and telecom infrastructure — in the name of national defense. Originally intended for wartime, this Cold War-era law remains on the books. 2. Asset Freezing and Financial Surveillance - Under IEEPA and related laws, the president can freeze the assets and bank accounts of individuals or organizations accused of aiding foreign threats. These powers are vague and can be stretched to include domestic political groups, journalists, or activists — especially if they’re perceived as having foreign ties or influence. 3. Domestic Military Deployment - Under the Insurrection Act (10 U.S.C. §§ 251–255), the president can deploy active-duty U.S. military to enforce laws or suppress civil unrest within the country. In certain scenarios, this can be done without state governor consent — especially if the president claims state authorities are failing to uphold federal law. 4. Emergency Detention Powers (Non-Citizens) - The Alien Enemies Act (50 U.S.C. §21) — a law dating back to 1798 — allows the president to detain or restrict the movement of non-citizens from nations deemed hostile. The criteria for “hostile” can be broad and undefined during a declared emergency. 5. Control of Energy and Transportation - Under laws like 42 U.S.C. §6272 and others, the president can redirect or restrict domestic fuel production, electricity usage, or energy transportation. Additionally, 49 U.S.C. §40106(b) allows the president to limit, reroute, or suspend civil aviation, giving the executive branch near-total control over U.S. airspace in a crisis. 6. Suspension of Labor Regulations - During a declared emergency, the president can waive federal labor regulations and override contract protections. This includes removing limits on hours, wages, and workplace safety for federal contractors and any industries deemed vital to national security. 7. National Security Letters & Warrantless Surveillance - Emergency declarations expand the reach and use of National Security Letters (NSLs) — tools that let federal agencies demand financial, telecom, and internet records without a warrant. These also come with gag orders, preventing the recipient (e.g., Google or a bank) from disclosing that they’re under surveillance. Why it Matters? Even when legal domestic powers are limited, a national emergency lets the president: - Frame the issue as a national security crisis, justifying aggressive action - Bypass Congress and the courts by acting unilaterally - Sway public opinion using fear, urgency, and patriotic rhetoric Bottom Line IEEPA is focused on foreign threats — but once the emergency is declared, the president taps into a hidden arsenal of domestic control powers. What began as a trade issue could quickly shift into civil liberties restrictions, mass surveillance, or even crackdowns under the legal shield of an “emergency.” This isn’t just about tariffs. It’s about redefining the boundaries of executive power. Imagine if this economic crisis keeps getting worse — the amount of power he will gain.
April 5, 2025 at 11:00 PM