@ickley.bsky.social
Word Nerd. I study grammar, punctuation, linguistics, etymology, and word-smithing for fun. Proofreader/editor. Fan of Amanda Montell, Bryan Garner, Benjamin Dryer, John McWhorter, Lynne Truss, and the series comma. Far left. Cats and dogs. Vegetarian.
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NOT DISCUSSED NEARLY ENOUGH THIS WEEK:
Trump’s all over the Epstein files so he’s having Venezuelans killed as a distraction. Because of these crimes against humanity, a 4-star Admiral resigned and the British, the Dutch, and the Colombians are no longer sharing intel with the USA.
Trump’s all over the Epstein files so he’s having Venezuelans killed as a distraction. Because of these crimes against humanity, a 4-star Admiral resigned and the British, the Dutch, and the Colombians are no longer sharing intel with the USA.
November 16, 2025 at 6:48 PM
NOT DISCUSSED NEARLY ENOUGH THIS WEEK:
Trump’s all over the Epstein files so he’s having Venezuelans killed as a distraction. Because of these crimes against humanity, a 4-star Admiral resigned and the British, the Dutch, and the Colombians are no longer sharing intel with the USA.
Trump’s all over the Epstein files so he’s having Venezuelans killed as a distraction. Because of these crimes against humanity, a 4-star Admiral resigned and the British, the Dutch, and the Colombians are no longer sharing intel with the USA.
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According to the Republican president, wanting child rapists to face justice means “betraying the Republican party.”
November 15, 2025 at 6:10 PM
According to the Republican president, wanting child rapists to face justice means “betraying the Republican party.”
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“Scientific evidence strongly favors year-round Standard Time. Sleep is a biological necessity, not a luxury.”
November 15, 2025 at 5:19 PM
“Scientific evidence strongly favors year-round Standard Time. Sleep is a biological necessity, not a luxury.”
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This is me at 15. I’m a child.
I’m a CHILD.
I’m a CHILD.
November 15, 2025 at 2:17 PM
This is me at 15. I’m a child.
I’m a CHILD.
I’m a CHILD.
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Of course they did.
November 15, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Of course they did.
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They’re calling her Megyn. R Kelly now.
November 14, 2025 at 6:15 PM
They’re calling her Megyn. R Kelly now.
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This is a better answer than I gave on The Source to @kaitlancollins.bsky.social last night.
November 14, 2025 at 5:10 PM
This is a better answer than I gave on The Source to @kaitlancollins.bsky.social last night.
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BREAKING: Twenty-four survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s crimes have issued an emotional and urgent appeal to the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, demanding that Congress vote to release the long-awaited Epstein files. meidasnews.com/news/survivo...
meidasnews.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:39 PM
BREAKING: Twenty-four survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s crimes have issued an emotional and urgent appeal to the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, demanding that Congress vote to release the long-awaited Epstein files. meidasnews.com/news/survivo...
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New Jersey committee heard two testimonies on permanent Daylight Saving Time, both in opposition. Regardless they voted to advance the bill. Tell your NJ state legislators NO on S1510! [Recording is audio only.] www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxEW...
New Jersey S1510: Senate committee hearing (2025-11-10) [Audio Only]
YouTube video by Save Standard Time
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November 14, 2025 at 9:47 PM
New Jersey committee heard two testimonies on permanent Daylight Saving Time, both in opposition. Regardless they voted to advance the bill. Tell your NJ state legislators NO on S1510! [Recording is audio only.] www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxEW...
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Most Americans agree we need to get money out of politics. If that takes a constitutional amendment, then that's what we have to do. And if that's going to take years, then it's all the more reason to begin pushing now.
November 14, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Most Americans agree we need to get money out of politics. If that takes a constitutional amendment, then that's what we have to do. And if that's going to take years, then it's all the more reason to begin pushing now.
“Just cut a few and it will be perfect.”
“Which few did you have in mind?”
“Which few did you have in mind?”
This little essay of mine is very informative, helpfully illustrated, and includes no fellatio whatsoever.
Too many notes?
[notes on notes]
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November 14, 2025 at 11:16 PM
“Just cut a few and it will be perfect.”
“Which few did you have in mind?”
“Which few did you have in mind?”
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This is another example of what has become one of the most dangerous — yet underreported — aspects of the Trump Administration: they fire people who tell the truth.
Trump administration prepares to fire worker for TV interview about SNAP
The employee warned that the shutdown could have negative impacts on the millions of Americans who rely on the federal government to put food on the table.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
This is another example of what has become one of the most dangerous — yet underreported — aspects of the Trump Administration: they fire people who tell the truth.
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He's undoubtedly planning the Mother of all Distractions but can't think of anything to top flying over a city in a crown dropping poo on American citizens.
November 13, 2025 at 9:23 PM
He's undoubtedly planning the Mother of all Distractions but can't think of anything to top flying over a city in a crown dropping poo on American citizens.
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In what alternate universe is it acceptable to invite a former Al-Qaeda commander to the White House the day before we honor our Veterans?
Are we supposed to forget that 30 U.S. military personnel died at the hands of Al-Qaeda?
Are we supposed to forget that 30 U.S. military personnel died at the hands of Al-Qaeda?
November 12, 2025 at 2:41 AM
In what alternate universe is it acceptable to invite a former Al-Qaeda commander to the White House the day before we honor our Veterans?
Are we supposed to forget that 30 U.S. military personnel died at the hands of Al-Qaeda?
Are we supposed to forget that 30 U.S. military personnel died at the hands of Al-Qaeda?
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Go! My daughter saw her a couple of weeks ago and said the show was AMAZING
It feels like it's going to be an insane news night tonight but for better or worse I have tickets to Stevie Nicks and dammit, I still intend to go.
November 12, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Go! My daughter saw her a couple of weeks ago and said the show was AMAZING
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"That is why I will sign the discharge petition right now to release the Epstein files" -- Rep. Grijalva
November 12, 2025 at 9:24 PM
"That is why I will sign the discharge petition right now to release the Epstein files" -- Rep. Grijalva
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Trump Still Polling Well With Working-Class American Pedophiles https://theonion.com/trump-still-polling-well-with-working-class-american-pedophiles/
November 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Trump Still Polling Well With Working-Class American Pedophiles https://theonion.com/trump-still-polling-well-with-working-class-american-pedophiles/
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@sanders.senate.gov: "The message that came out last night is that some Democrats (remember, 47 people in the caucus, 8 voted, a small minority) that all over the country, people say, 'Stand up, fight, fight.' We had No Kings rallies, 7 million people coming out. And last night was a setback."
November 11, 2025 at 4:07 AM
@sanders.senate.gov: "The message that came out last night is that some Democrats (remember, 47 people in the caucus, 8 voted, a small minority) that all over the country, people say, 'Stand up, fight, fight.' We had No Kings rallies, 7 million people coming out. And last night was a setback."
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🚨BREAKING: In a sweeping victory for voters, a Utah court struck down the GOP-controlled legislature’s congressional gerrymander and a companion law designed to entrench partisan power — restoring a fair map for the 2026 elections. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Utah Judge Strikes Down GOP Gerrymander, Restores Voter-Approved Fair Map
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:43 PM
🚨BREAKING: In a sweeping victory for voters, a Utah court struck down the GOP-controlled legislature’s congressional gerrymander and a companion law designed to entrench partisan power — restoring a fair map for the 2026 elections. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...