@nicholas-mutante.bsky.social
Sociologist, ecologist, educator, writer, mutant (i.e. neurodiverse), plays capoeira. Unflinching progressive, British-American. I don’t like reductive talk about people we disagree with, and I think it’s very unbecoming when progressives regress like that
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Most definitively ruled myself out of contention of visiting the US in the next three years by saying what trade folk and I suspect most in UK government know, that any trade deal with Trump could be renounced by him tomorrow. Worry that some are still naive. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
MPs warn that UK agreements with Donald Trump are ‘built on sand’
Exclusive: Health select committee chair says UK government’s ‘naive belief’ Trump is a good faith actor ‘could cost UK taxpayer billions’
www.theguardian.com
December 18, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Most definitively ruled myself out of contention of visiting the US in the next three years by saying what trade folk and I suspect most in UK government know, that any trade deal with Trump could be renounced by him tomorrow. Worry that some are still naive. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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"UK political culture seems to be fixated on maintenance of the ‘special relationship’ just as much as it is on treating relations with the nearby European Union with scepticism" - as I wrote in April. That is very deeply wired into the UK state. ecipe.org/blog/trumps-...
Trump’s Tariffs Threaten UK Identity
There was a small sigh of relief in the UK when President Trump finally reached the country in his tariff scoreboard revealing the lowest possible number of 10%. Limited, because with 25% on steel, al
ecipe.org
December 18, 2025 at 7:32 AM
"UK political culture seems to be fixated on maintenance of the ‘special relationship’ just as much as it is on treating relations with the nearby European Union with scepticism" - as I wrote in April. That is very deeply wired into the UK state. ecipe.org/blog/trumps-...
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People who criticise fantasy novels for merging medieval technology and aesthetics with modern moral norms are quite frankly missing the point which is that that is exactly what people like about it and that it is good
December 15, 2025 at 10:01 AM
People who criticise fantasy novels for merging medieval technology and aesthetics with modern moral norms are quite frankly missing the point which is that that is exactly what people like about it and that it is good
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People who protest for human rights are not a threat to the Australian community. That is a proposition that doesn't hold up to the smallest amount of scrutiny. And repeating it will not not make it true. Just stop it. #auspol
December 15, 2025 at 9:59 AM
People who protest for human rights are not a threat to the Australian community. That is a proposition that doesn't hold up to the smallest amount of scrutiny. And repeating it will not not make it true. Just stop it. #auspol
My time in London (1 and a half years) was one of the happiest times of my life, and these lies make me really angry.
'Complete nonsense.'
Met Police Chief Sir Mark Rowley rubbishes Donald Trump's claims about violence in London under Sadiq Khan.
Met Police Chief Sir Mark Rowley rubbishes Donald Trump's claims about violence in London under Sadiq Khan.
December 12, 2025 at 11:33 AM
My time in London (1 and a half years) was one of the happiest times of my life, and these lies make me really angry.
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How refreshing to hear the head of the Met on LBC dropping truth bombs galore on all the bots, Faragists & online racists dedicated to lying about London.
December 12, 2025 at 8:27 AM
How refreshing to hear the head of the Met on LBC dropping truth bombs galore on all the bots, Faragists & online racists dedicated to lying about London.
Trump visited the UK so much so he could manufacture a false credibility to back up his lies about London. He and his cronies should have to apologize, but that’ll never happen. Anyway, London is a fantastic and wonderful city, and these lies about its dangerousness are particularly offensive.
December 12, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Trump visited the UK so much so he could manufacture a false credibility to back up his lies about London. He and his cronies should have to apologize, but that’ll never happen. Anyway, London is a fantastic and wonderful city, and these lies about its dangerousness are particularly offensive.
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Latenite archival BabbyGonz time!
December 11, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Latenite archival BabbyGonz time!
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You can read @drsimevans.carbonbrief.org summary for @carbonbrief.org here...
www.carbonbrief.org/net-zero-sce...
www.carbonbrief.org/net-zero-sce...
Net-zero scenario is ‘cheapest option’ for UK, says energy system operator - Carbon Brief
A scenario that meets the “net-zero by 2050” goal would be the “cheapest” option for the UK, according to the National Energy System Operator
www.carbonbrief.org
December 11, 2025 at 10:05 AM
You can read @drsimevans.carbonbrief.org summary for @carbonbrief.org here...
www.carbonbrief.org/net-zero-sce...
www.carbonbrief.org/net-zero-sce...
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Apparently #Russians tried to #attack the plane of #Zelensky
In Dublin.. And as per usual, there will be no response, because "unidentifiable" and whatever..
Let's wait for the next emboldened attack, maybe they'll try Brussels next time, or Berlin, London, Paris, who knows..
We are #Chicken
In Dublin.. And as per usual, there will be no response, because "unidentifiable" and whatever..
Let's wait for the next emboldened attack, maybe they'll try Brussels next time, or Berlin, London, Paris, who knows..
We are #Chicken
Four unidentified military-style drones breached no-fly zone to target Zelenskyy's arrival in Dublin
Gardaí are investigating whether the drones took off from land in Dublin or from an undetected ship.
www.thejournal.ie
December 4, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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The Institute of Economic Affairs Banked £640,000 from Oil Giants and Murdoch
“Groundbreaking investigation” reveals how the IEA has campaigned against climate action after taking cash from fossil fuel firms.
📝 @writesbright.bsky.social
The Institute of Economic Affairs Banked £640,000 from Oil Giants and Murdoch
“Groundbreaking investigation” reveals how the IEA has campaigned against climate action after taking cash from fossil fuel firms.
📝 @writesbright.bsky.social
The Institute of Economic Affairs Banked £640,000 from Oil Giants and Murdoch
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) – the anti-state, anti-climate pressure group – received more than £640,000 from fossil fuel companies and Rupert Murdoch’s media conglomerate between 1957 and ...
www.desmog.com
December 11, 2025 at 7:06 AM
🔴 NEW 🔴
The Institute of Economic Affairs Banked £640,000 from Oil Giants and Murdoch
“Groundbreaking investigation” reveals how the IEA has campaigned against climate action after taking cash from fossil fuel firms.
📝 @writesbright.bsky.social
The Institute of Economic Affairs Banked £640,000 from Oil Giants and Murdoch
“Groundbreaking investigation” reveals how the IEA has campaigned against climate action after taking cash from fossil fuel firms.
📝 @writesbright.bsky.social
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“We are targeting Venezuela because of DRUGS, not OIL, which is why we are blowing up boats without any drugs and stealing a tanker full of oil.”
December 10, 2025 at 11:04 PM
“We are targeting Venezuela because of DRUGS, not OIL, which is why we are blowing up boats without any drugs and stealing a tanker full of oil.”
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"The White House’s new media ‘bias’ tracker is a desperate gimmick; The site isn’t exposing misleading reporting – it’s revealing the bubble Trump increasingly inhabits" - @sulliview.bsky.social bluevirginia.us/2025/12/tues...
December 2, 2025 at 12:29 PM
"The White House’s new media ‘bias’ tracker is a desperate gimmick; The site isn’t exposing misleading reporting – it’s revealing the bubble Trump increasingly inhabits" - @sulliview.bsky.social bluevirginia.us/2025/12/tues...
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Autism: I avoid eye contact to think clearly
ADHD: I forget I am staring way too hard
AuDHD: I avoid it, overthink it, force it, then panic because I am forcing it
(Dr. Kojo Sarfo)
ADHD: I forget I am staring way too hard
AuDHD: I avoid it, overthink it, force it, then panic because I am forcing it
(Dr. Kojo Sarfo)
December 2, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Autism: I avoid eye contact to think clearly
ADHD: I forget I am staring way too hard
AuDHD: I avoid it, overthink it, force it, then panic because I am forcing it
(Dr. Kojo Sarfo)
ADHD: I forget I am staring way too hard
AuDHD: I avoid it, overthink it, force it, then panic because I am forcing it
(Dr. Kojo Sarfo)
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Google has been giving free advertising to anti-abortion groups targeting pregnant women in Scotland and across the UK, the Sunday National can reveal
November 30, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Google has been giving free advertising to anti-abortion groups targeting pregnant women in Scotland and across the UK, the Sunday National can reveal
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Do not complie in advance. Most basic rule.
This is the most alarming story I’ve read today. Giving up the fight before it’s started
November 30, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Do not complie in advance. Most basic rule.
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Being attractive & brilliant women who gets a PhD is apprently abuse worthy. Let's face it often because these men don't like smart and beautiful women (God forbid your both).
So prepping my upcoming viva knowing if I do pass, Being autistic and disabled too. I am in for a world of hate.
So prepping my upcoming viva knowing if I do pass, Being autistic and disabled too. I am in for a world of hate.
POV: you are a young woman celebrating a recent academic success
November 30, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Being attractive & brilliant women who gets a PhD is apprently abuse worthy. Let's face it often because these men don't like smart and beautiful women (God forbid your both).
So prepping my upcoming viva knowing if I do pass, Being autistic and disabled too. I am in for a world of hate.
So prepping my upcoming viva knowing if I do pass, Being autistic and disabled too. I am in for a world of hate.
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Growing @greenparty.org.uk membership 📈
Growing the pressure on Labour to tax extreme wealth fairly 📈
Growing the movement to make hope normal again 📈
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Growing the pressure on Labour to tax extreme wealth fairly 📈
Growing the movement to make hope normal again 📈
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November 26, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Growing @greenparty.org.uk membership 📈
Growing the pressure on Labour to tax extreme wealth fairly 📈
Growing the movement to make hope normal again 📈
Join.greenparty.org.uk
Growing the pressure on Labour to tax extreme wealth fairly 📈
Growing the movement to make hope normal again 📈
Join.greenparty.org.uk
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Listen british people might be poorer than american in wealth but they are richer in spirit (by not being american. Its literally not any particular merit. Everyone is)
November 18, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Listen british people might be poorer than american in wealth but they are richer in spirit (by not being american. Its literally not any particular merit. Everyone is)
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American cope at the dark age their own country is going through really does have such specific characteristics: they NEED to put someone down to make themselves feel better.
November 18, 2025 at 8:54 AM
American cope at the dark age their own country is going through really does have such specific characteristics: they NEED to put someone down to make themselves feel better.
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Like the difference is literally that when someone performs an armed hate crime it's actually relatively abnormal on this island and in America it's called Tuesday. And not just in the South.
November 18, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Like the difference is literally that when someone performs an armed hate crime it's actually relatively abnormal on this island and in America it's called Tuesday. And not just in the South.
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However much rain, racism or fascism may happen on this island, it would take several centuries of deterioration before we reach the levels of the US Deep South and I am basically unashamed to say this.
No it isn’t
People forget that Great Britain is basically Alabama outside of London only poorer people with weaker constitutions and worse food.
November 18, 2025 at 8:42 AM
However much rain, racism or fascism may happen on this island, it would take several centuries of deterioration before we reach the levels of the US Deep South and I am basically unashamed to say this.
@mrjamesob.bsky.social Mahmood is trying to alter racists’ feelings by altering the reality of the situation. It won’t work, because the reality of the current situation already doesn’t support their feelings: they are simply punching down at asylum seekers instead of upward at wealth.
November 18, 2025 at 10:28 AM
@mrjamesob.bsky.social Mahmood is trying to alter racists’ feelings by altering the reality of the situation. It won’t work, because the reality of the current situation already doesn’t support their feelings: they are simply punching down at asylum seekers instead of upward at wealth.
One problem is certainly that the defenders of wealth are telling lies, and another is that the non-wealthy are believing them with conspicuous eagerness. But another less recognized problem is that those taking progressive stances love to use shame- and guilt-kink in their arguments too much.
November 17, 2025 at 10:32 AM
One problem is certainly that the defenders of wealth are telling lies, and another is that the non-wealthy are believing them with conspicuous eagerness. But another less recognized problem is that those taking progressive stances love to use shame- and guilt-kink in their arguments too much.
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Britain’s youth at risk of becoming ‘lost generation’, Labour peer warns Starmer
Britain’s youth at risk of becoming ‘lost generation’, Labour peer warns Starmer
Britain’s youth at risk of becoming ‘lost generation’, Labour peer warns Starmer
www.independent.co.uk
November 15, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Britain’s youth at risk of becoming ‘lost generation’, Labour peer warns Starmer