Brad Smith
Brad Smith
@demand-integrity.org
Retired federal IT senior manager. Hay farmer. Open source maintainer.
I have noted that for a while now - this morning it seemed like 30% of the 'Headlines' tab was comprised of press releases from *.gov domains. Sent feedback, not that it will make a difference.
December 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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To all my fellow Oregonians, remember that there is a citizen of our state (Ben Edtl) who is currently attempting to overturn vote by mail. Spread the word and make sure keep our treasured vote-with-your-coffee-in-your-jammies the law of Oregon.
September 20, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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/11 One day the Trumpists will fall. Something has to emerge from that. I'd prefer it be an honest and accountable rule of law, one actually run on principles and not on luxury motor homes, rather on the whim of some other group of strongmen.
September 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
This is a must read. Provocative with useful insights on what is needed to reinvigorate the rule of law in the US. @emptywheel.bsky.social correctly, in my view, asserts that rule of law has been replaced by a spoils system and widespread corruption. What is the critical path forward?
July 31, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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Honestly, it's worse, it's dumber, and it's more dishonest than I had expected, and I've ridden in a few of these tariff rodeos.
July 25, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Hopefully a backup is available
July 5, 2025 at 11:09 PM