Ben Bell
@gear-down.bsky.social
CEO, Author, Speaker, #AI PhD, elected official, jazz pianist. Love approach plates & departure lounges.
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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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Judge Merchan: "Binding precedent does not provide that an individual, upon becoming President, can retroactively dismiss or vacate prior criminal acts nor does it grant blanket Presidential-elect immunity. This Court is therefore forbidden from recognizing either form of immunity."
January 3, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Judge Merchan: "Binding precedent does not provide that an individual, upon becoming President, can retroactively dismiss or vacate prior criminal acts nor does it grant blanket Presidential-elect immunity. This Court is therefore forbidden from recognizing either form of immunity."
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Posting this story about how Ann Telnaes got censored not least bc it'll disseminate the image Jeff Bezos censored.
anntelnaes.substack.com/p/why-im-qui...
anntelnaes.substack.com/p/why-im-qui...
Why I'm quitting the Washington Post
Democracy can't function without a free press
anntelnaes.substack.com
January 4, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Posting this story about how Ann Telnaes got censored not least bc it'll disseminate the image Jeff Bezos censored.
anntelnaes.substack.com/p/why-im-qui...
anntelnaes.substack.com/p/why-im-qui...
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How do you even swear in someone convicted of fraud and lying? The whole point of an oath is to hold them to their word… but what’s left when that word is already worthless?
January 4, 2025 at 3:17 AM
How do you even swear in someone convicted of fraud and lying? The whole point of an oath is to hold them to their word… but what’s left when that word is already worthless?
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Everything stated in this post is a provable fact.
You are entitled to your own opinion.
You are not entitled to your own facts.
Looking at YOU, 2020 election-deniers.
You are entitled to your own opinion.
You are not entitled to your own facts.
Looking at YOU, 2020 election-deniers.
January 4, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Everything stated in this post is a provable fact.
You are entitled to your own opinion.
You are not entitled to your own facts.
Looking at YOU, 2020 election-deniers.
You are entitled to your own opinion.
You are not entitled to your own facts.
Looking at YOU, 2020 election-deniers.
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It takes a (Christmas) village! Shout out to our Public Works team for getting Santa’s house to the Borough safely!
November 22, 2024 at 4:53 PM
It takes a (Christmas) village! Shout out to our Public Works team for getting Santa’s house to the Borough safely!
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Our town elf has returned! 👀
November 30, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Our town elf has returned! 👀
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Drop your letters for Santa off at Borough Hall! 🎅
Leave your return address, and Santa will write back!
10 Doyle Street, Doylestown
Deadline for return letters: 12/16
Leave your return address, and Santa will write back!
10 Doyle Street, Doylestown
Deadline for return letters: 12/16
December 1, 2024 at 2:19 PM
Drop your letters for Santa off at Borough Hall! 🎅
Leave your return address, and Santa will write back!
10 Doyle Street, Doylestown
Deadline for return letters: 12/16
Leave your return address, and Santa will write back!
10 Doyle Street, Doylestown
Deadline for return letters: 12/16
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Great to reconnect with our DOD and industry partners at #iitsec and roll out our CADRE human performance data platform. See you next year! #miltary #defense #training #simulation
December 6, 2024 at 4:07 PM
Great to reconnect with our DOD and industry partners at #iitsec and roll out our CADRE human performance data platform. See you next year! #miltary #defense #training #simulation
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This is unacceptable. Elon Musk recently shared posts on X that publicized the names and titles of government employees in climate-related positions, sparking widespread controversy and concern. 1/6
December 5, 2024 at 7:40 PM
This is unacceptable. Elon Musk recently shared posts on X that publicized the names and titles of government employees in climate-related positions, sparking widespread controversy and concern. 1/6
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As a congressman, nominating young people for military academies is the best part of the job. But I got to go flying with one who is all grown up now! Amazing full circle.
December 6, 2024 at 12:47 AM
As a congressman, nominating young people for military academies is the best part of the job. But I got to go flying with one who is all grown up now! Amazing full circle.
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A reminder of Hegseth’s view of NATO: “The defense of Europe is not our problem; been there, done that, twice. Nato is a relic and should be scrapped and remade in order for freedom to be truly defended. This is what Trump is fighting for” (2020) www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
Trump Pentagon pick attacks UN and Nato and urges US to ignore Geneva conventions
Revealed: Pete Hegseth writes scathingly of key institutions and says ‘If you love America, you should love Israel’
www.theguardian.com
December 5, 2024 at 10:44 AM
A reminder of Hegseth’s view of NATO: “The defense of Europe is not our problem; been there, done that, twice. Nato is a relic and should be scrapped and remade in order for freedom to be truly defended. This is what Trump is fighting for” (2020) www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024...
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Our WWII vets secured this order and not easily.
There’s a live risk that the global order is breaking. And while it wouldn’t happen all at once, if it breaks it will not bounce back.
You’ll Miss the Pax Americana When It’s Gone
The post-Cold War international system has its flaws, but the alternative is worse.
www.thebulwark.com
December 5, 2024 at 8:51 AM
Our WWII vets secured this order and not easily.
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Day two of #iitsec in the books! Great discussions with government and industry partners about our CADRE human performance data platform. Come talk with us! Booth 1026.
December 4, 2024 at 4:21 AM
Day two of #iitsec in the books! Great discussions with government and industry partners about our CADRE human performance data platform. Come talk with us! Booth 1026.
Could not be more proud of my longtime collaborator and friend Dr. Wink Bennett for being honored as the 2024 I/ITSEC Fellow. He has always put the warfighter first, the taxpayer second, and his own interests last. I love/fear him.
#iitsec
#iitsec
December 3, 2024 at 5:20 AM
Could not be more proud of my longtime collaborator and friend Dr. Wink Bennett for being honored as the 2024 I/ITSEC Fellow. He has always put the warfighter first, the taxpayer second, and his own interests last. I love/fear him.
#iitsec
#iitsec
Ready for some #iitsec 2024? Come see Eduworks at Booth 1026 and learn how we can help you master your training and human performance data.
December 2, 2024 at 6:32 PM
Ready for some #iitsec 2024? Come see Eduworks at Booth 1026 and learn how we can help you master your training and human performance data.
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Mark your calendars and join us for our #IITSEC workshop on Friday, December 6th, “From Zero to Hero: VR Design and Assessment for Novice-to-Expert Progression”. Learn new skills, get creative, and connect with others in the simulation and training world! share.vidyard.com/watch/rrDsym...
Immerse Workshop Teaser
Vidyard video
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November 26, 2024 at 3:08 PM
Mark your calendars and join us for our #IITSEC workshop on Friday, December 6th, “From Zero to Hero: VR Design and Assessment for Novice-to-Expert Progression”. Learn new skills, get creative, and connect with others in the simulation and training world! share.vidyard.com/watch/rrDsym...
I discovered that taking my shoes off before prepping the bird makes a great stocking stuffer!
November 29, 2024 at 2:15 PM
I discovered that taking my shoes off before prepping the bird makes a great stocking stuffer!
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Throwback to the March for Science—an inspiring day standing up for facts, progress, and the importance of evidence-based policy. #MarchForScience #ScienceMatters
November 27, 2024 at 4:13 PM
Throwback to the March for Science—an inspiring day standing up for facts, progress, and the importance of evidence-based policy. #MarchForScience #ScienceMatters
Today's Zoom with VP Harris and Gov Walz to thank all vols reinforced how the massive ground game built in 2024 will be there for us in 2025 local races, 2026 midterms, and the next presidential. Continue to organize, mobilize, and stay engaged!
November 26, 2024 at 8:28 PM
Today's Zoom with VP Harris and Gov Walz to thank all vols reinforced how the massive ground game built in 2024 will be there for us in 2025 local races, 2026 midterms, and the next presidential. Continue to organize, mobilize, and stay engaged!
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Regulations exist to protect what cannot protect itself—our parks, wildlife, and cultural heritage.
November 24, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Regulations exist to protect what cannot protect itself—our parks, wildlife, and cultural heritage.
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Santa is coming! 🎅
Join us at State and Main on Friday the 29th at 5pm, as we welcome Santa, Mrs. Claus, and special guests for our 110th annual tree lighting ceremony!
📷Marion Callahan
Join us at State and Main on Friday the 29th at 5pm, as we welcome Santa, Mrs. Claus, and special guests for our 110th annual tree lighting ceremony!
📷Marion Callahan
November 20, 2024 at 4:39 PM
Santa is coming! 🎅
Join us at State and Main on Friday the 29th at 5pm, as we welcome Santa, Mrs. Claus, and special guests for our 110th annual tree lighting ceremony!
📷Marion Callahan
Join us at State and Main on Friday the 29th at 5pm, as we welcome Santa, Mrs. Claus, and special guests for our 110th annual tree lighting ceremony!
📷Marion Callahan