Being Karen Alston
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Founder @TheSpectrumCircle @vettaprive
Amazon Influencer, lifestyle maven & creator @evolvemasterclass
Founder @TheSpectrumCircle @vettaprive
Amazon Influencer, lifestyle maven & creator @evolvemasterclass
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Tariffs won’t end fast fashion or its many problems—in part because the industry is merely a scapegoat for the issues that plague all sorts of clothing companies, Elizabeth Cline writes:
Fast Fashion’s Death Has Been Greatly Exaggerated
Tariffs won’t kill the industry. In fact, they might even make waste and exploitation problems worse.
bit.ly
July 9, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Tariffs won’t end fast fashion or its many problems—in part because the industry is merely a scapegoat for the issues that plague all sorts of clothing companies, Elizabeth Cline writes:
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Trump invited the leaders of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal for a three-day summit at the White House that’s scheduled to begin on Wednesday
Trump to Host African Leaders Offering Major Mining Ventures
US President Donald Trump is scheduled this week to meet the leaders of five African nations that will potentially offer American businesses opportunities in critical minerals and other natural resources.
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July 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Trump invited the leaders of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal for a three-day summit at the White House that’s scheduled to begin on Wednesday
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Car buyers will now be allowed write off up to $10,000/ year in interest paid on qualifying auto loans
Car drivers can still get over $3,500 in parking tax benefits too
But, bike commuters got their $240/year benefit cut
It's not about the budget, it's a preference & subsidy for people who drive
Car drivers can still get over $3,500 in parking tax benefits too
But, bike commuters got their $240/year benefit cut
It's not about the budget, it's a preference & subsidy for people who drive
Ugh. The megabill permanently killed commuter benefits for people who bike to work.
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July 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Car buyers will now be allowed write off up to $10,000/ year in interest paid on qualifying auto loans
Car drivers can still get over $3,500 in parking tax benefits too
But, bike commuters got their $240/year benefit cut
It's not about the budget, it's a preference & subsidy for people who drive
Car drivers can still get over $3,500 in parking tax benefits too
But, bike commuters got their $240/year benefit cut
It's not about the budget, it's a preference & subsidy for people who drive
Reposted by Being Karen Alston
“Descending on a person in public, laying hands on them, and taking them to a distant prison is a naked expression of state power. For it to be tolerated in a democracy, it cannot be done by shadowy, masked agents,” Brandon del Pozo argues: https://theatln.tc/w6Ht1SLu
July 8, 2025 at 7:15 PM
“Descending on a person in public, laying hands on them, and taking them to a distant prison is a naked expression of state power. For it to be tolerated in a democracy, it cannot be done by shadowy, masked agents,” Brandon del Pozo argues: https://theatln.tc/w6Ht1SLu
Adding human to all of my social media profiles. It may seem strange today but in a year it will be necessary.
July 9, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Adding human to all of my social media profiles. It may seem strange today but in a year it will be necessary.
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Trump lacks basic understanding of what his budget bill would actually do: report
Trump lacks basic understanding of what his budget bill would actually do: report
President Donald Trump appeared to misjudge the effects of his “Big, Beautiful Bill” on Medicaid on Wednesday, even as the legislation advances.NOTUS reported that Trump appeared unclear about the bill’s actual impact during a White House meeting on Wednesday with moderate Republicans and members of...
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July 2, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Trump lacks basic understanding of what his budget bill would actually do: report
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Just a note to say thank you to all who have subscribed to this newsletter. I created Kontext with Karen to document my growth and journeys as a self taught over 50 professional woman who loves AI.
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A new Kontext with Karen is out. My journey as a 50 plus woman teaching herself AI and learning. www.linkedin.com/pulse/kontex...
Kontext with Karen Vol 6.
Just a note to say thank you to all who have subscribed to this newsletter. I created Kontext with Karen to document my growth and journeys as a self taught over 50 professional woman who loves AI.
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June 9, 2025 at 1:41 AM
A new Kontext with Karen is out. My journey as a 50 plus woman teaching herself AI and learning. www.linkedin.com/pulse/kontex...
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The world is shifting. And the women building what’s next need more than another conference.
Real conversations. Curated community.
Vetta Privé: Conference and Retreat
📍 October 1–4, 2025
🌴 Palm Beach Gardens, FL
👩🏽💼 100 dynamic women.
Spots are rolling, and once we hit 100,
www.vettaprive.com
Real conversations. Curated community.
Vetta Privé: Conference and Retreat
📍 October 1–4, 2025
🌴 Palm Beach Gardens, FL
👩🏽💼 100 dynamic women.
Spots are rolling, and once we hit 100,
www.vettaprive.com
An Exclusive Gathering for Visionary Women
www.vettaprive.com
June 7, 2025 at 7:46 AM
The world is shifting. And the women building what’s next need more than another conference.
Real conversations. Curated community.
Vetta Privé: Conference and Retreat
📍 October 1–4, 2025
🌴 Palm Beach Gardens, FL
👩🏽💼 100 dynamic women.
Spots are rolling, and once we hit 100,
www.vettaprive.com
Real conversations. Curated community.
Vetta Privé: Conference and Retreat
📍 October 1–4, 2025
🌴 Palm Beach Gardens, FL
👩🏽💼 100 dynamic women.
Spots are rolling, and once we hit 100,
www.vettaprive.com
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Bannon is urging Trump to deport Musk www.nytimes.com/live/2025/06...
June 5, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Bannon is urging Trump to deport Musk www.nytimes.com/live/2025/06...
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Steve Bannon is urging Trump to cancel all of Musk's contracts, launch investigations into him, and deport him.
June 5, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Steve Bannon is urging Trump to cancel all of Musk's contracts, launch investigations into him, and deport him.
Big balls that GS15 is in trouble….
June 5, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Big balls that GS15 is in trouble….
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🚨BREAKING: Federal Court permanently BLOCKS Trump executive order targeting my former law firm, Perkins Coie.
Executive Order 14230, entitled “Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP,” violates the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and is therefore null and void
Executive Order 14230, entitled “Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP,” violates the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and is therefore null and void
May 2, 2025 at 10:31 PM
🚨BREAKING: Federal Court permanently BLOCKS Trump executive order targeting my former law firm, Perkins Coie.
Executive Order 14230, entitled “Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP,” violates the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and is therefore null and void
Executive Order 14230, entitled “Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP,” violates the First, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and is therefore null and void
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Columbia University suppressed @karenattiah.bsky.social’s course on Race and the Media.
So she’s taking it directly to the public, online.
“In a moment of profound crisis, we cannot wait for elite permission or institutional approval to share knowledge and create learning communities.”
So she’s taking it directly to the public, online.
“In a moment of profound crisis, we cannot wait for elite permission or institutional approval to share knowledge and create learning communities.”
Columbia Canceled My Course on Race and Media. I'm Going to Teach It Anyway.
This is not a time for media literacy or historical knowledge to be held hostage by institutions bending the knee to authoritarianism.
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April 22, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Columbia University suppressed @karenattiah.bsky.social’s course on Race and the Media.
So she’s taking it directly to the public, online.
“In a moment of profound crisis, we cannot wait for elite permission or institutional approval to share knowledge and create learning communities.”
So she’s taking it directly to the public, online.
“In a moment of profound crisis, we cannot wait for elite permission or institutional approval to share knowledge and create learning communities.”
Linked In is definitely not the only place to search for a job. Looking for strategy, comms or management position in DC. Point me in the right direction for job opportunities.
April 18, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Linked In is definitely not the only place to search for a job. Looking for strategy, comms or management position in DC. Point me in the right direction for job opportunities.
How is the job search community here in Blue Sky? Leads? Posts?
April 18, 2025 at 8:40 AM
How is the job search community here in Blue Sky? Leads? Posts?
The most powerful rooms don’t have open doors. You have to be invited in.
Introducing Vetta Privé—a private, highly curated retreat for 100 women who lead, build, and move with purpose.
Oct 1–4, 2025 | Palm Beach Gardens
Apply now: www.vettaprive.com
#VettaPrive #WomenWhoLead #GroundFloorMoment
Introducing Vetta Privé—a private, highly curated retreat for 100 women who lead, build, and move with purpose.
Oct 1–4, 2025 | Palm Beach Gardens
Apply now: www.vettaprive.com
#VettaPrive #WomenWhoLead #GroundFloorMoment
April 16, 2025 at 9:16 AM
The most powerful rooms don’t have open doors. You have to be invited in.
Introducing Vetta Privé—a private, highly curated retreat for 100 women who lead, build, and move with purpose.
Oct 1–4, 2025 | Palm Beach Gardens
Apply now: www.vettaprive.com
#VettaPrive #WomenWhoLead #GroundFloorMoment
Introducing Vetta Privé—a private, highly curated retreat for 100 women who lead, build, and move with purpose.
Oct 1–4, 2025 | Palm Beach Gardens
Apply now: www.vettaprive.com
#VettaPrive #WomenWhoLead #GroundFloorMoment
In a few weeks over 600 subscribers to Kontext with Karen. Discuss branding, AI and design
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Kontext with Karen Vol 4.
Beyond the Sky — The Blue Origin All Female Crew Makes History Fear is something I struggle with daily. The biggest fear is one we all carry; the fear of the unknown.
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April 15, 2025 at 11:40 AM
In a few weeks over 600 subscribers to Kontext with Karen. Discuss branding, AI and design
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New Kontext with Karen newsletter www.linkedin.com/pulse/kontex...
Kontext with Karen Vol 4.
Beyond the Sky — The Blue Origin All Female Crew Makes History Fear is something I struggle with daily. The biggest fear is one we all carry; the fear of the unknown.
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April 14, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Some of the most life-changing opportunities don’t come from panels or keynotes.
Vetta Privé isn’t a typical event—it’s a curated experience.
A high-touch retreat for women who are already exceptional…
but crave community, clarity, and real access.
Apply now.
www.vettaprive.com
Vetta Privé isn’t a typical event—it’s a curated experience.
A high-touch retreat for women who are already exceptional…
but crave community, clarity, and real access.
Apply now.
www.vettaprive.com
An Exclusive Gathering for Visionary Women
www.vettaprive.com
April 10, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Some of the most life-changing opportunities don’t come from panels or keynotes.
Vetta Privé isn’t a typical event—it’s a curated experience.
A high-touch retreat for women who are already exceptional…
but crave community, clarity, and real access.
Apply now.
www.vettaprive.com
Vetta Privé isn’t a typical event—it’s a curated experience.
A high-touch retreat for women who are already exceptional…
but crave community, clarity, and real access.
Apply now.
www.vettaprive.com
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Sanders: If Musk can do this to federal employees, some of whom are in unions, some of whom have worked for years, what do you think he's going to be doing when artificial intelligence and robotics comes for your job?
April 10, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Sanders: If Musk can do this to federal employees, some of whom are in unions, some of whom have worked for years, what do you think he's going to be doing when artificial intelligence and robotics comes for your job?
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“What can Americans do now if a recession is truly around the corner? Build up a buffer,” writes Marc Novicoff.
How to Prepare for a Recession
The older you are, and the more likely you are to get laid off, the more important it is to have liquid savings.
bit.ly
April 9, 2025 at 11:45 AM
“What can Americans do now if a recession is truly around the corner? Build up a buffer,” writes Marc Novicoff.