Trump’s adminstrations haven’t just fueled political divides—they’ve pushed for actions like the Capitol insurrection and spreading election fraud claims. We need to stay vigilant as this second administration finds its footing.

After 2020, Trump pushed for stricter voting laws, especially in swing states like Georgia, Texas, and Arizona, where they limited mail-in ballots and added restrictions on early voting. Kinda like The Handmaid’s Tale, where those in power strip people of their ability to participate in democracy 🙃

Trump’s last court appointments didn’t just change laws—they’re reshaping the future. Their decisions on abortion, LGBTQ+ rights, and voting will matter long after he’s out. If more justices like this get in, we’re heading down a dangerous road, like we saw in The Handmaid’s Tale.

The Handmaid’s Tale shows how quickly rights can disappear when power consolidates. Trump’s Supreme Court picks made Dobbs v. Jackson (2022) possible, taking away abortion rights. That’s the kind of shift we need to watch for—where courts start pushing political agendas and stripping freedoms.

@hankgreen.bsky.social You were one of the first blue sky accounts I followed. I've followed you since the crash course videos that taught me more than my high school history teachers 🙏. I'm curious to get your thoughts on this. What can we do other than say, Ah Teets?

Let’s take a theoretical social media company, Y. Now, imagine if, say, in the summer (just for the sake of argument), Y made some algorithm changes that boosted political posts—especially from Y’s leadership and their supporters. Theoretically, that could be pretty terrifying, right?

This isn’t just about entertainment. These algorithms can influence political opinions too. By tracking your behavior, they can predict your views and tailor content (including ads) to reinforce them, especially during elections.

The goal of these algorithms? Keep you hooked. They show you posts that trigger strong emotions—whether it’s excitement, anger, or fear. The more emotional the content, the longer you stay, and the more ads they can show you.

That “click” to hang up on someone was so satisfying… I’m in