LunaticAG
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I always thought Elon Musk was the most dangerous man in America but I viewed him as a danger primarily in terms of his wealth and his disinformation power. I didn't realize he would pose an actual threat to our form of government, our national security, and our most sensitive personal data.
Sheesh.
Sheesh.
February 2, 2025 at 9:12 PM
I always thought Elon Musk was the most dangerous man in America but I viewed him as a danger primarily in terms of his wealth and his disinformation power. I didn't realize he would pose an actual threat to our form of government, our national security, and our most sensitive personal data.
Sheesh.
Sheesh.
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Every day that large media outlets fail to put words like “illegal” and “unconstitutional” into their headlines is a day they are choosing to normalize a national crisis
Top headlines:
Guardian: Trump’s disregard for US constitution ‘a blitzkrieg on the law’,
NYT: Trump’s Tariffs Would Reverse Decades of Integration With Mexico
Washington Post: Trump’s fierce attacks on DEI reflect a longtime GOP focus
US media is not giving a sense of the scale of the threats
Guardian: Trump’s disregard for US constitution ‘a blitzkrieg on the law’,
NYT: Trump’s Tariffs Would Reverse Decades of Integration With Mexico
Washington Post: Trump’s fierce attacks on DEI reflect a longtime GOP focus
US media is not giving a sense of the scale of the threats
February 2, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Every day that large media outlets fail to put words like “illegal” and “unconstitutional” into their headlines is a day they are choosing to normalize a national crisis
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Virtually no media coverage of the protests this week in Los Angeles, Ventura County, and San Diego.
February 2, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Virtually no media coverage of the protests this week in Los Angeles, Ventura County, and San Diego.
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Just resharing this to point out that business genius Sheldon Adelson got hoodwinked by Mark Davis on the Raiders deal in the funniest sports business caper ever
Also: no one should respect Miriam Adelson
The world would be better, and safer, if she croaked on the shitter this evening
The world would be better, and safer, if she croaked on the shitter this evening
February 2, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Just resharing this to point out that business genius Sheldon Adelson got hoodwinked by Mark Davis on the Raiders deal in the funniest sports business caper ever
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On defense of the Post, this piece by a staff writer is great for federal employees. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Column | Federal workers should tell Trump ‘no deal’ on resignation offer
Big financial decisions made in haste are often followed by regret, especially when the terms leave you with no guarantees or options.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 2, 2025 at 6:22 PM
On defense of the Post, this piece by a staff writer is great for federal employees. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
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When I was a Hill staffer in 2009, a Dem trifecta was trying to pass universal healthcare. In response, Senate GOP released a memo detailing all of the tactics they in the minority could use to delay the effort as much as possible. I'm recirculating that 2009 GOP memo here. Take inspiration from it.
February 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
When I was a Hill staffer in 2009, a Dem trifecta was trying to pass universal healthcare. In response, Senate GOP released a memo detailing all of the tactics they in the minority could use to delay the effort as much as possible. I'm recirculating that 2009 GOP memo here. Take inspiration from it.
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Please just fight. And make sure everyone knows you are fighting. Even if it's a hopeless battle. People love that shit. People are inspired by that shit. That is one of the singular myths that we have at the foundation of our entire culture. Going into battle despite great odds.
Going into battle despite great odds
People love that shit!
www.welcometohellworld.com
February 2, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Please just fight. And make sure everyone knows you are fighting. Even if it's a hopeless battle. People love that shit. People are inspired by that shit. That is one of the singular myths that we have at the foundation of our entire culture. Going into battle despite great odds.
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German scientists in 1945 filling out their job application for Operation Paperclip
February 2, 2025 at 5:56 PM
German scientists in 1945 filling out their job application for Operation Paperclip
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Lutheran Social Services is one of the largest employers in South Dakota, operating senior living facilities across the state. Republicans are shutting it down
Perhaps more concerning is Mike Flynn, known foreign asset, having access to this data?
Perhaps more concerning is Mike Flynn, known foreign asset, having access to this data?
February 2, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Lutheran Social Services is one of the largest employers in South Dakota, operating senior living facilities across the state. Republicans are shutting it down
Perhaps more concerning is Mike Flynn, known foreign asset, having access to this data?
Perhaps more concerning is Mike Flynn, known foreign asset, having access to this data?
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For all our American neighbours who may be struggling to find accurate health information - thr Public Health Agency of Canada has a website you are more than welcome to use:
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
February 2, 2025 at 1:25 AM
For all our American neighbours who may be struggling to find accurate health information - thr Public Health Agency of Canada has a website you are more than welcome to use:
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
www.canada.ca/en/public-he...
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What does this do exactly
You’re worried about tomato prices.
Wait till Trump’s Mexico tariffs raise your tomato prices.
Wait till Trump’s Mexico tariffs raise your tomato prices.
February 2, 2025 at 4:18 AM
What does this do exactly
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The “there’s actually nothing Democrats can do and you’re the problem for expecting more from your elected opposition party” crowd is out in full force.
February 1, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The “there’s actually nothing Democrats can do and you’re the problem for expecting more from your elected opposition party” crowd is out in full force.
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I don't get the sense that U.S. journalists have a good sense of who to talk to when basic government functions are being ripped out. Gutting the administrative state is not a standard beat. A short thread with some starter suggestions for who to read/talk to. Please - people add more in replies!
February 1, 2025 at 12:25 AM
I don't get the sense that U.S. journalists have a good sense of who to talk to when basic government functions are being ripped out. Gutting the administrative state is not a standard beat. A short thread with some starter suggestions for who to read/talk to. Please - people add more in replies!
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Please kill me
February 1, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Please kill me
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For example Trump saying some CBAs don't count because he doesn't like them... is clearly not legal. Clearly! So if the law still exists this will get shot down, and if it doesn't, well.
www.whitehouse.gov/uncategorize...
www.whitehouse.gov/uncategorize...
Limiting Lame-Duck Collective Bargaining Agreements That Improperly Attempt to Constrain the New President – The White House
MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES SUBJECT: Limiting Lame-Duck Collective Bargaining Agreements That Improperly Attempt
www.whitehouse.gov
February 1, 2025 at 3:08 AM
For example Trump saying some CBAs don't count because he doesn't like them... is clearly not legal. Clearly! So if the law still exists this will get shot down, and if it doesn't, well.
www.whitehouse.gov/uncategorize...
www.whitehouse.gov/uncategorize...
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There was a genuine moment when the Army Corps almost released enough water to potentially breach levees and cause a new flood, but apparently the adults in the room managed to stop it. What the fuck.
February 1, 2025 at 2:11 AM
There was a genuine moment when the Army Corps almost released enough water to potentially breach levees and cause a new flood, but apparently the adults in the room managed to stop it. What the fuck.
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The greatest moment in broadcast television history.
February 1, 2025 at 12:29 AM
The greatest moment in broadcast television history.
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When I wrote this 11 days ago, I genuinely did not think they would move this quickly or aggressively, but what we are witnessing is very much state capture
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/doge-dange...
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/doge-dange...
DOGE: Dangerous Oligarchs Grab Everything
What Marc Andreessen revealed about the tech-industrial complex
donmoynihan.substack.com
February 1, 2025 at 1:34 AM
When I wrote this 11 days ago, I genuinely did not think they would move this quickly or aggressively, but what we are witnessing is very much state capture
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/doge-dange...
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/doge-dange...
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Experts: Trump's efforts to stop spending on all federal grants is unprecedented and illegal. Five alarm fire.
NY Times:
NY Times:
February 1, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Experts: Trump's efforts to stop spending on all federal grants is unprecedented and illegal. Five alarm fire.
NY Times:
NY Times:
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Do Not Comply In Advance: bossy, already a cliche, implies permission to comply later
Fuck You, Make Me: leads by example, directs yelling at opposition instead of allies, easy to chant at a protest or put on a banner
Fuck You, Make Me: leads by example, directs yelling at opposition instead of allies, easy to chant at a protest or put on a banner
January 31, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Do Not Comply In Advance: bossy, already a cliche, implies permission to comply later
Fuck You, Make Me: leads by example, directs yelling at opposition instead of allies, easy to chant at a protest or put on a banner
Fuck You, Make Me: leads by example, directs yelling at opposition instead of allies, easy to chant at a protest or put on a banner
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Must've talked to hundreds of federal officials this week. One motivating factor in them reaching out, I'm told, is feeling like Congress is useless
January 31, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Must've talked to hundreds of federal officials this week. One motivating factor in them reaching out, I'm told, is feeling like Congress is useless