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G. Thornton
@inkgypsy.bsky.social
Writer, Editor, Researcher
Folklore As Resistance
Listed in 'Oxford Companion to Fairy Tales', 'Fairy Tales 101' & other fairy tale study recs
Magic Beans for breakfast -Believes in 398.2 -Ⓥ -She/her
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This is an interesting read... inequality.org/article/tax-...
Tax the Rich? We Did That Once - Inequality.org
A little history might just inspire us to try that taxing again.
inequality.org
May 17, 2025 at 7:10 PM
(which I don't see working b/c too many of us unconsciously support systems propping them up & we'd get a re-run at best)
2) prove this is regression/devolution by the empathic, democratic majority outwitting/performing them (a steep uphill battle, % of failure high but technically possible).
May 17, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Interesting idea, partly b/c they argue it's evolutionary dominance (adequate "reasoning" for their touting/pushing eugenics). Without outside intervention (very close to 0% chance of that), I see 2 paths: 1) forcibly take away their $/advantages to make them survive as we do, ...
May 17, 2025 at 6:52 PM
"A key goal of Project 2025". Why?
Their definition of "porn" for the bill includes:
drag queens
transgender
LGBTQ+
(re)defining sexuality & gender
sex-ed
gender studies
consent issues (incl. in marriage)
sex & "open-door" romance books
gender-affirming care
sex worker rights/protections
& MORE..
May 14, 2025 at 3:04 AM
How many dolls-worth is that? Asking for the kids.
May 12, 2025 at 12:16 AM
He would also have to pay taxes too, right? Fairly sure that has to continue as long as you retain citizenship, even if you live abroad, have a dual citizenship and already pay another country's taxes.
May 12, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Aaaand that got you a follow. 💚🦉
May 11, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Or certain types of preachers...
May 10, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Genuine question: why do they announce these things? I mean, the heads up has us freaked, sure but it also galvanizes urgent legal response that may stop it, so why bother? Is it a public flag/signal to their people on the "ground"? Eg "now in phase X, get ready"?
May 10, 2025 at 4:28 AM
So happy to see you here, @altusfs.bsky.social! Welcome to the #AltGov fam and the many supporters you have here!
a small figurine of groot from guardians of the galaxy dancing
Alt: a small figurine of groot from guardians of the galaxy dancing
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April 30, 2025 at 3:11 AM
I very much agree! 💖 Fairy tales remain ever-relevant. #FolkloreAsResistance
April 29, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Gosh - what an excellent story about the of abuse of power. Too often when favor turns sour and a person with power/wealth (or a regime) targets someone, they become the societal equivalent of a wyrm. I wish I could think of the equivalent of the Fairy Queen in today's clime.
April 29, 2025 at 3:43 PM
I love this idea that even ghosts can have a redemption arc/become better people, er, ghosts.
April 29, 2025 at 3:38 PM
That's somehow simultaneously delightful and gross.
April 29, 2025 at 3:37 PM
(The illustration is by Stefano Bianchetti.)

Re curses, it may suggest that curses can be mitigated by community, something we should take to heart today. Making the effort to care for, and be responsible for each other, and especially for children, can reduce harm of forces acting against us/them.
April 29, 2025 at 3:35 PM
This makes it extra-clear why catching sight of yourself in a mirror is so unnerving... fetch or reflection? The idea of doubles of ourselves, whether doppelganger, reflection, fetch, or identical twins that are super-bonded really challenges the idea that we are unique with one life for one person.
April 29, 2025 at 3:23 PM
What the crap is the new Homeland Security Task Force, created on Jan 20 this year??? This whole EO reads very much like a version of Martial Law.
April 29, 2025 at 4:42 AM