cactus hugging lady terminator
@rustysunshine.bsky.social
Air traffic controller, cat lady (she/her/that bitch), hockey fan (#GoAvsGo), weather geek, reader, writer. Missing my dad. Colorado isn't bad, but I'd rather be in Las Vegas...or on a cold-weather cruise.
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Air traffic controllers: we're the butt of "government employee" jokes, and a default (though often incorrect) explanation for any random flight delays.
But now the general public thinks we're obligated to be their heroes, through illegal work actions. Man, I'm just trying to make it to retirement!
But now the general public thinks we're obligated to be their heroes, through illegal work actions. Man, I'm just trying to make it to retirement!
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I contain multitudes
Oh
Oh shit
My multitudes containment system is failing, everyone retreat to a safe distance
Oh
Oh shit
My multitudes containment system is failing, everyone retreat to a safe distance
November 26, 2025 at 10:08 PM
I contain multitudes
Oh
Oh shit
My multitudes containment system is failing, everyone retreat to a safe distance
Oh
Oh shit
My multitudes containment system is failing, everyone retreat to a safe distance
You'll be visited by three spirits. The three spirits:
November 26, 2025 at 6:19 PM
You'll be visited by three spirits. The three spirits:
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DOGE was created for data theft and infrastructure dismantling and it wildly succeeded on both counts within the first few weeks of its existence. It will take a generation to rebuild what it destroyed and the breach of data is unprecedented.
Bye bye, “DOGE”.
It no longer exists as a “centralized entity”, according to the Office of Personnel Management.
@reuters.com
www.reuters.com/world/us/dog...
It no longer exists as a “centralized entity”, according to the Office of Personnel Management.
@reuters.com
www.reuters.com/world/us/dog...
November 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM
DOGE was created for data theft and infrastructure dismantling and it wildly succeeded on both counts within the first few weeks of its existence. It will take a generation to rebuild what it destroyed and the breach of data is unprecedented.
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these people basically just take luxury government jets and go to fancy events like make a wish kids while their minions flashbang your elderly neighbors
November 23, 2025 at 4:26 AM
these people basically just take luxury government jets and go to fancy events like make a wish kids while their minions flashbang your elderly neighbors
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frog hotel is fully cyclone code compliant, all residents safe
November 23, 2025 at 3:24 AM
frog hotel is fully cyclone code compliant, all residents safe
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They lied about it. All of it. A thug cop shot an unarmed woman five times without justification, boasted about it to his colleagues, and then this administration tried cover it all up by arresting her and charging her with felonies.
Absolutely incredible; after shooting Marimar Martinez 5 times and arresting her on claims that she rammed them and pulled a gun, prosecutors have now moved to dismiss ALL criminal charges against her and her codefendant.
New: the govt has moved to dismiss its assault case against Marimar Martinez and Anthony Ian Santos Ruiz, two people accused of "box[ing] in" a Border Patrol vehicle in Chicago on Oct. 4.
One agent shot Martinez, with evidence presented to the court that he later bragged about in text messages.
One agent shot Martinez, with evidence presented to the court that he later bragged about in text messages.
November 20, 2025 at 6:24 PM
They lied about it. All of it. A thug cop shot an unarmed woman five times without justification, boasted about it to his colleagues, and then this administration tried cover it all up by arresting her and charging her with felonies.
apnews.com/article/gove... FAA gives $10K bonuses only to air traffic controllers with perfect attendance during shutdown.
So, what I'm hearing is, fuck me for taking two vacation days that I had to bid for LAST YEAR. Fuck me for needing some sick leave for doctor's appointments, too.
Fuck. Me.
So, what I'm hearing is, fuck me for taking two vacation days that I had to bid for LAST YEAR. Fuck me for needing some sick leave for doctor's appointments, too.
Fuck. Me.
FAA gives $10K bonuses only to air traffic controllers with perfect attendance during shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration says only 776 of the more than 10,000 air traffic controllers who had to work without pay during the shutdown will receive bonuses.
apnews.com
November 21, 2025 at 12:59 AM
apnews.com/article/gove... FAA gives $10K bonuses only to air traffic controllers with perfect attendance during shutdown.
So, what I'm hearing is, fuck me for taking two vacation days that I had to bid for LAST YEAR. Fuck me for needing some sick leave for doctor's appointments, too.
Fuck. Me.
So, what I'm hearing is, fuck me for taking two vacation days that I had to bid for LAST YEAR. Fuck me for needing some sick leave for doctor's appointments, too.
Fuck. Me.
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At Senate Commerce hearing right now, Nick Daniels of NATCA notes FAA air traffic control staffing has a 25% shortage nationwide. On the shutdown, he says: "For the first time in history, we saw people resigning out of the academy."
www.commerce.senate.gov/2025/11/flyi...
www.commerce.senate.gov/2025/11/flyi...
Flying on Empty: How Shutdowns Threaten Air Safety, Travel, and the Economy
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation’s Subcommittee on Aviation, Space, and Innovation will convene a hearing t...
www.commerce.senate.gov
November 19, 2025 at 8:14 PM
At Senate Commerce hearing right now, Nick Daniels of NATCA notes FAA air traffic control staffing has a 25% shortage nationwide. On the shutdown, he says: "For the first time in history, we saw people resigning out of the academy."
www.commerce.senate.gov/2025/11/flyi...
www.commerce.senate.gov/2025/11/flyi...
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Everyone was shocked when no one stood up for the reporter he called Piggy.
On behalf of all the little girls who were called this and no one stepped up for them either, I see you.
On behalf of all the little girls who were called this and no one stepped up for them either, I see you.
November 19, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Everyone was shocked when no one stood up for the reporter he called Piggy.
On behalf of all the little girls who were called this and no one stepped up for them either, I see you.
On behalf of all the little girls who were called this and no one stepped up for them either, I see you.
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The bad news: Florida man is arrested driving a stolen forklift ON WHICH is a stolen ATM.
The good news: learning to use tools is a sign of early civilization www.tallahassee.com/videos/news/...
The good news: learning to use tools is a sign of early civilization www.tallahassee.com/videos/news/...
November 17, 2025 at 11:05 PM
The bad news: Florida man is arrested driving a stolen forklift ON WHICH is a stolen ATM.
The good news: learning to use tools is a sign of early civilization www.tallahassee.com/videos/news/...
The good news: learning to use tools is a sign of early civilization www.tallahassee.com/videos/news/...
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And to be clear, the six reported injuries were nosebleeds, which is what happens when you have barotrauma.
I’ve been asking since June, if a passenger is handcuffed and the handcuffs are attached to a chain around their waists, can they even reach up to grab their masks? Seems like no.
I’ve been asking since June, if a passenger is handcuffed and the handcuffs are attached to a chain around their waists, can they even reach up to grab their masks? Seems like no.
😲 CONFIRMED: “an Avelo ICE flight declared an emergency when the cabin lost pressure, according to air traffic control transmissions. The plane made a rapid descent and landed safely. Of 88 people on board, six were injured…”
From: @gbrockell.bsky.social
prospect.org/2025/11/17/i...
From: @gbrockell.bsky.social
prospect.org/2025/11/17/i...
ICE Air’s Sloppy, Dangerous Deportation Flights - The American Prospect
Poor planning, mechanical issues, serious safety lapses, and the shutdown are taking a toll on Avelo, America’s most famous deportation airline, internal documents show.
prospect.org
November 17, 2025 at 1:28 PM
And to be clear, the six reported injuries were nosebleeds, which is what happens when you have barotrauma.
I’ve been asking since June, if a passenger is handcuffed and the handcuffs are attached to a chain around their waists, can they even reach up to grab their masks? Seems like no.
I’ve been asking since June, if a passenger is handcuffed and the handcuffs are attached to a chain around their waists, can they even reach up to grab their masks? Seems like no.
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i'd say it did. the public put a group of thieves, vandals and extremists in office last november and they promptly went about destroying everything that might work to limit their ability to loot, steal and inflicting pain on the people they hate
This whole NYT account about the weaponization of DOJ is beyond disturbing. Kinda feels like the US government fell in January.
Gift link: www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Gift link: www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
November 17, 2025 at 2:19 PM
i'd say it did. the public put a group of thieves, vandals and extremists in office last november and they promptly went about destroying everything that might work to limit their ability to loot, steal and inflicting pain on the people they hate
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Y'all.
Today was picture day for the Airport therapy dogs.
Today was picture day for the Airport therapy dogs.
November 14, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Y'all.
Today was picture day for the Airport therapy dogs.
Today was picture day for the Airport therapy dogs.
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You can't just flip a switch on unpaid and exhausted air traffic controllers. Things are still going to be messed up.
After the paychecks come in and folks get some sleep, they are still understaffed, and dealing with mandatory overtime and outdated equipment.
There are no quick fixes.
After the paychecks come in and folks get some sleep, they are still understaffed, and dealing with mandatory overtime and outdated equipment.
There are no quick fixes.
November 13, 2025 at 3:39 AM
You can't just flip a switch on unpaid and exhausted air traffic controllers. Things are still going to be messed up.
After the paychecks come in and folks get some sleep, they are still understaffed, and dealing with mandatory overtime and outdated equipment.
There are no quick fixes.
After the paychecks come in and folks get some sleep, they are still understaffed, and dealing with mandatory overtime and outdated equipment.
There are no quick fixes.
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I don’t care if pope John Paul the second is in there…. GO to jail and go to Hell!
"BUT BILL CLINTON IS IN THE EPSTEIN FILES" okay man arrest him too
November 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM
I don’t care if pope John Paul the second is in there…. GO to jail and go to Hell!
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I can not stress enough how wrong it is to politicize flight safety.
Last summer at OshKosh FAA Admin Bedford said no one in the Biden admin cared about aviation; now we have this from Duffy.
This attitude turns safety into a concept to be owned for political gain. It’s dangerous & pathetic.
Last summer at OshKosh FAA Admin Bedford said no one in the Biden admin cared about aviation; now we have this from Duffy.
This attitude turns safety into a concept to be owned for political gain. It’s dangerous & pathetic.
Sean Duffy: "You all saw with the DCA air crash -- the last administration didn't see the 85 near misses" (Trump was in office when that happened)
November 12, 2025 at 1:41 AM
I can not stress enough how wrong it is to politicize flight safety.
Last summer at OshKosh FAA Admin Bedford said no one in the Biden admin cared about aviation; now we have this from Duffy.
This attitude turns safety into a concept to be owned for political gain. It’s dangerous & pathetic.
Last summer at OshKosh FAA Admin Bedford said no one in the Biden admin cared about aviation; now we have this from Duffy.
This attitude turns safety into a concept to be owned for political gain. It’s dangerous & pathetic.
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What utter claptrap.
"...U.S. aviation system has suffered serious disruptions in recent days as air traffic controller absences soared while they work without pay. Some are absent as they need to work second jobs or cannot afford child care."
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"...U.S. aviation system has suffered serious disruptions in recent days as air traffic controller absences soared while they work without pay. Some are absent as they need to work second jobs or cannot afford child care."
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I just realized something (talking to a friend).
This is the first time since I retired (almost 20 years ago) that I’ve wanted to go back to work. 🙋♂️😡 #FAA #ATC #NATCA
This is the first time since I retired (almost 20 years ago) that I’ve wanted to go back to work. 🙋♂️😡 #FAA #ATC #NATCA
Trump demands air traffic controllers return to work as flight cancellations spike
President Donald Trump demanded air traffic controllers return to work on Monday as government-directed flight cuts and air traffic staffing absences continue to wreak havoc with U.S. air travel.
www.reuters.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:31 PM
What utter claptrap.
"...U.S. aviation system has suffered serious disruptions in recent days as air traffic controller absences soared while they work without pay. Some are absent as they need to work second jobs or cannot afford child care."
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"...U.S. aviation system has suffered serious disruptions in recent days as air traffic controller absences soared while they work without pay. Some are absent as they need to work second jobs or cannot afford child care."
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If Trump’s Truth Social post to air traffic controllers proved anything, it is that we fundamentally lack moral leadership, and the rest of us are going to have to provide it.
So to everyone who worked for no pay during the shutdown? Thank you. Unconditionally. You deserve no less.
So to everyone who worked for no pay during the shutdown? Thank you. Unconditionally. You deserve no less.
November 11, 2025 at 8:27 PM
If Trump’s Truth Social post to air traffic controllers proved anything, it is that we fundamentally lack moral leadership, and the rest of us are going to have to provide it.
So to everyone who worked for no pay during the shutdown? Thank you. Unconditionally. You deserve no less.
So to everyone who worked for no pay during the shutdown? Thank you. Unconditionally. You deserve no less.
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The President wouldn't last five minutes as an air traffic controller, and after everything they've been through - and the way this administration has treated them from Day One - he has no business shitting on them now.
November 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
The President wouldn't last five minutes as an air traffic controller, and after everything they've been through - and the way this administration has treated them from Day One - he has no business shitting on them now.
In case you were wondering, business aviation is getting the business too, as it were: nbaa.org/2025-press-r...
NBAA Responds to New Restrictions Affecting Business Aviation Operations
NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen issued the following statement in response to additional restrictions on general aviation operations at 12 of the nation’s busiest airports, planned for implementation ...
nbaa.org
November 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
In case you were wondering, business aviation is getting the business too, as it were: nbaa.org/2025-press-r...
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I think people haven't really thought through what a collapsed air traffic control system would actually mean. It's not just holiday travel!
November 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM
I think people haven't really thought through what a collapsed air traffic control system would actually mean. It's not just holiday travel!
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Opening the government with nothing in return could have been done 40 days ago. People suffered for nothing.
November 10, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Opening the government with nothing in return could have been done 40 days ago. People suffered for nothing.
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some good news: kim davis publicly ate shit, again
New: The Supreme Court DENIES Kim Davis' request to overturn Obergefell, the marriage equality decision. No noted dissents. www.supremecourt.gov/orders/court...
November 10, 2025 at 2:37 PM
some good news: kim davis publicly ate shit, again
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Shapiro, rebuffing Vance about SNAP: "(JD Vance) claims to be a person of faith. I know my Bible, and my Bible teaches us that we are to love thy neighbor and we are to feed the hungry. Deuteronomy says, If you see a person who is in need, you don't give them a clenched fist. You open up your hand."
Shapiro: He rose to some prominence by writing a book about growing up in Appalachia, where there are a whole lot of people who get SNAP. He made millions of dollars off telling their stories, and then he turned his damn back on those very people he likes to write about and claim as his own.
November 7, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Shapiro, rebuffing Vance about SNAP: "(JD Vance) claims to be a person of faith. I know my Bible, and my Bible teaches us that we are to love thy neighbor and we are to feed the hungry. Deuteronomy says, If you see a person who is in need, you don't give them a clenched fist. You open up your hand."