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i first heard this argument in my high school history class. it didnt go well for the people making the argument.
November 19, 2025 at 9:11 PM
i first heard this argument in my high school history class. it didnt go well for the people making the argument.
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I was already planning on sharing this excellent analysis of the incestuous financial Jenga tower that is the AI industry *before* I got to the citation to my essay on the OpenAI-Enron parallels. Appreciate the nod and the terrific reporting here.
www.theverge.com/ai-artificia...
www.theverge.com/ai-artificia...
Meet CoreWeave, the AI industry’s ticking time bomb
The debt-laden AI compute company has been boosted by Nvidia.
www.theverge.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:43 PM
I was already planning on sharing this excellent analysis of the incestuous financial Jenga tower that is the AI industry *before* I got to the citation to my essay on the OpenAI-Enron parallels. Appreciate the nod and the terrific reporting here.
www.theverge.com/ai-artificia...
www.theverge.com/ai-artificia...
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How Many People Has the U.S. Killed in Boat Strikes?
@theintercept.com is keeping count of all publicly declared U.S. attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/t...
@theintercept.com is keeping count of all publicly declared U.S. attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/t...
How Many People Has the U.S. Killed in Boat Strikes?
The Intercept is keeping count of all publicly declared U.S. attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean and the number of civilians killed.
theintercept.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
How Many People Has the U.S. Killed in Boat Strikes?
@theintercept.com is keeping count of all publicly declared U.S. attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/t...
@theintercept.com is keeping count of all publicly declared U.S. attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
theintercept.com/2025/11/17/t...
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www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
Under the Biden-era plan, passengers would have received reimbursements based on how long the delays lasted. The scale began at $200 and went up to $775 for delays that lasted at least nine hours.
Under the Biden-era plan, passengers would have received reimbursements based on how long the delays lasted. The scale began at $200 and went up to $775 for delays that lasted at least nine hours.
Trump administration ditches Biden plan to compensate travelers for airline delays
Under the Biden-era plan, passengers would have received reimbursements based on how long the delays went on with up to $775 for nine-hour delays.
www.nbcnews.com
November 17, 2025 at 7:05 PM
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
Under the Biden-era plan, passengers would have received reimbursements based on how long the delays lasted. The scale began at $200 and went up to $775 for delays that lasted at least nine hours.
Under the Biden-era plan, passengers would have received reimbursements based on how long the delays lasted. The scale began at $200 and went up to $775 for delays that lasted at least nine hours.
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Ahead of UN vote, Netanyahu vows to oppose attempts to establish a Palestinian state.
If any Palestinian says they oppose a Jewish state they’re called antisemitic & genocidal.
Nuclear armed & ICC charged war criminal Netanyahu loudly declares he will block a Palestinian state & he’s celebrated.😐
If any Palestinian says they oppose a Jewish state they’re called antisemitic & genocidal.
Nuclear armed & ICC charged war criminal Netanyahu loudly declares he will block a Palestinian state & he’s celebrated.😐
November 17, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Ahead of UN vote, Netanyahu vows to oppose attempts to establish a Palestinian state.
If any Palestinian says they oppose a Jewish state they’re called antisemitic & genocidal.
Nuclear armed & ICC charged war criminal Netanyahu loudly declares he will block a Palestinian state & he’s celebrated.😐
If any Palestinian says they oppose a Jewish state they’re called antisemitic & genocidal.
Nuclear armed & ICC charged war criminal Netanyahu loudly declares he will block a Palestinian state & he’s celebrated.😐
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Remember how Trump said ICE targets “violent criminals?”
Trump’s own DOJ now reports that ONLY 2.5% of the people ICE arrested in Chicago have any criminal history.
That means 97.5% have ZERO criminal record. They were targeted because they were of Latino ethnicity. This is what fascism looks like
Trump’s own DOJ now reports that ONLY 2.5% of the people ICE arrested in Chicago have any criminal history.
That means 97.5% have ZERO criminal record. They were targeted because they were of Latino ethnicity. This is what fascism looks like
November 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Remember how Trump said ICE targets “violent criminals?”
Trump’s own DOJ now reports that ONLY 2.5% of the people ICE arrested in Chicago have any criminal history.
That means 97.5% have ZERO criminal record. They were targeted because they were of Latino ethnicity. This is what fascism looks like
Trump’s own DOJ now reports that ONLY 2.5% of the people ICE arrested in Chicago have any criminal history.
That means 97.5% have ZERO criminal record. They were targeted because they were of Latino ethnicity. This is what fascism looks like
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NEW: Using his clemency power, Trump has undone prosecutions made by his own DOJ during his first term.
Experts say the actions show a broad contempt for the justice system: “He’s rejecting ... the work of people he appointed but didn’t fully control.”
By @jeremykohler.bsky.social
Experts say the actions show a broad contempt for the justice system: “He’s rejecting ... the work of people he appointed but didn’t fully control.”
By @jeremykohler.bsky.social
A Tale of Two Terms: How Powerful Figures Were Prosecuted in Trump’s First Term, Then Pardoned in His Second
We found that Donald Trump has granted clemency in at least a dozen criminal cases that originated during his first term. No other president has used clemency to erase his own appointees’ actions on s...
www.propublica.org
November 15, 2025 at 1:45 PM
NEW: Using his clemency power, Trump has undone prosecutions made by his own DOJ during his first term.
Experts say the actions show a broad contempt for the justice system: “He’s rejecting ... the work of people he appointed but didn’t fully control.”
By @jeremykohler.bsky.social
Experts say the actions show a broad contempt for the justice system: “He’s rejecting ... the work of people he appointed but didn’t fully control.”
By @jeremykohler.bsky.social
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“I don’t know what’s more insane – that the ‘President of Peace’ is starting an illegal war or that he’s giving a get out of jail free card to the U.S. military."
Secret Boat Strike Memo Justifies Killings By Claiming the Target Is Drugs, Not People
In a memo promising legal immunity for those who kill alleged drug traffickers, the Trump administration floated an unusual legal theory.
interc.pt
November 16, 2025 at 1:24 AM
“I don’t know what’s more insane – that the ‘President of Peace’ is starting an illegal war or that he’s giving a get out of jail free card to the U.S. military."
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Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.
Israel deported Palestinian prisoners to Egypt. Some Israelis question the practice
Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.
n.pr
November 16, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.
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Here's how Trump's approval rating has changed from March to November, this year, according to AP-NORC polling:
📉 US adults: 43% ➥ 33%
📉 Republicans: 81% ➥ 68%
📉 Independents: 38% ➥ 25%
📉 Democrats: 9% ➥ 5%
And now, the Epstein situation is escalating...
#USDemocracy #MomSky
📉 US adults: 43% ➥ 33%
📉 Republicans: 81% ➥ 68%
📉 Independents: 38% ➥ 25%
📉 Democrats: 9% ➥ 5%
And now, the Epstein situation is escalating...
#USDemocracy #MomSky
More Americans are unhappy with the way Trump is managing the government, AP-NORC poll shows
A new AP-NORC poll finds U.S. adults’ opinions of how President Donald Trump is managing the federal government have dropped sharply since early in his second term, highlighting the risks posed by the...
apnews.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:46 AM
Here's how Trump's approval rating has changed from March to November, this year, according to AP-NORC polling:
📉 US adults: 43% ➥ 33%
📉 Republicans: 81% ➥ 68%
📉 Independents: 38% ➥ 25%
📉 Democrats: 9% ➥ 5%
And now, the Epstein situation is escalating...
#USDemocracy #MomSky
📉 US adults: 43% ➥ 33%
📉 Republicans: 81% ➥ 68%
📉 Independents: 38% ➥ 25%
📉 Democrats: 9% ➥ 5%
And now, the Epstein situation is escalating...
#USDemocracy #MomSky
Top 6 API Architecture Styles
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open.substack.com/pub/algomast...
Top 6 API Architecture Styles
An API defines how two systems communicate, what data can be shared, and in what format.
open.substack.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Top 6 API Architecture Styles
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open.substack.com/pub/algomast...
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"Betrayal" or "Pathetic"? These 8 Senate Democrats voted with Republicans to end the government shutdown (Top L-R) Catherine Cortez Masto-Nev, Dick Durbin-Ill, John Fetterman-PA, Maggie Hassan-NH; (Bottom L-R) Tim Kaine-VA, Angus King, I-Maine, Jacky Rosen,-Nev, Jeanne Shaheen-NH (AP Photo)
November 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
"Betrayal" or "Pathetic"? These 8 Senate Democrats voted with Republicans to end the government shutdown (Top L-R) Catherine Cortez Masto-Nev, Dick Durbin-Ill, John Fetterman-PA, Maggie Hassan-NH; (Bottom L-R) Tim Kaine-VA, Angus King, I-Maine, Jacky Rosen,-Nev, Jeanne Shaheen-NH (AP Photo)
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While US venture capitalists were buying monkey jpegs, and DOGE coins, and figuring out how to get Black women fired, and tweeting about white birthrates, and trying to mandate which bathroom trans kids should use, China was making progress on climate change and taking the lead in a real industry.
China has made cheap, clean energy available in huge quantities. The world should take the win econ.st/4oqFszB
Photo: Eyevine
Photo: Eyevine
November 7, 2025 at 11:22 AM
While US venture capitalists were buying monkey jpegs, and DOGE coins, and figuring out how to get Black women fired, and tweeting about white birthrates, and trying to mandate which bathroom trans kids should use, China was making progress on climate change and taking the lead in a real industry.
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CARTOON OF THE DAY
(From @mluckovichajc)
(From @mluckovichajc)
November 7, 2025 at 2:01 AM
CARTOON OF THE DAY
(From @mluckovichajc)
(From @mluckovichajc)
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The National Association of the Deaf is celebrating a legal victory against the White House. A judge ordered ASL for briefings conducted by the press secretary or President Trump. n.pr/43W4f6r
Judge orders White House to use American Sign Language interpreters at briefings
The National Association of the Deaf is celebrating a legal victory against the White House. A judge ordered ASL for briefings conducted by the press secretary or President Trump.
n.pr
November 5, 2025 at 9:27 PM
The National Association of the Deaf is celebrating a legal victory against the White House. A judge ordered ASL for briefings conducted by the press secretary or President Trump. n.pr/43W4f6r
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After Wednesday’s oral arguments at the Supreme Court, it appears that a majority of the justices will vote to halt Trump’s imposition of sweeping tariffs.
But a loss for Trump will, in fact, be doing him a favor.
But a loss for Trump will, in fact, be doing him a favor.
On tariffs, the Supreme Court's GOP justices appear ready to save Trump from himself
The administration's economic recklessness threatens Republicans' grip on power.
www.motherjones.com
November 5, 2025 at 10:16 PM
After Wednesday’s oral arguments at the Supreme Court, it appears that a majority of the justices will vote to halt Trump’s imposition of sweeping tariffs.
But a loss for Trump will, in fact, be doing him a favor.
But a loss for Trump will, in fact, be doing him a favor.
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I wrote at least 4 clever, snotty, angry posts today and deleted them before posting. It was probably the right move. And @radiofreetom.bsky.social is probably right about this: "Responsible citizens must hold themselves to a higher standard than officials who are acting like grade-schoolers."
Trump’s voters have become like the members of the administration, delighting in the crassness and obscenity that pours out of the president and his circle whenever they are challenged. But policies suffer and the public is poorly served.
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
A Confederacy of Toddlers
The Trump administration is a regime of troubled children.
www.theatlantic.com
November 4, 2025 at 2:49 AM
I wrote at least 4 clever, snotty, angry posts today and deleted them before posting. It was probably the right move. And @radiofreetom.bsky.social is probably right about this: "Responsible citizens must hold themselves to a higher standard than officials who are acting like grade-schoolers."
8 Utopian Fiction Novels to Get You Through These Dystopian Times
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www.mentalfloss.com/literature/r...
8 Utopian Fiction Novels to Get You Through These Dystopian Times
If you fancy a break from corrupt politicians and dark futures, consider diving into one of these books.
www.mentalfloss.com
November 3, 2025 at 10:55 PM
8 Utopian Fiction Novels to Get You Through These Dystopian Times
www.mentalfloss.com/literature/r...
www.mentalfloss.com/literature/r...
Pierre Robert was a wonderful man with a beautiful heart, whose passion for music and life touched the hearts of many in Philadelphia. His presence was a beacon of warmth and joy, radiating kindness and love wherever he went.
Sign the Petition to get him a statue:
c.org/TcDFNk4Htk
Sign the Petition to get him a statue:
c.org/TcDFNk4Htk
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
Erect a Pierre Robert statue in Rittenhouse Square
c.org
November 3, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Pierre Robert was a wonderful man with a beautiful heart, whose passion for music and life touched the hearts of many in Philadelphia. His presence was a beacon of warmth and joy, radiating kindness and love wherever he went.
Sign the Petition to get him a statue:
c.org/TcDFNk4Htk
Sign the Petition to get him a statue:
c.org/TcDFNk4Htk
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Obama: The weird videos of a U.S. President with a crown on his head flying a fighter jet and dumping poop on protesting citizens… All of that is designed to distract you from the fact that your situation has not gotten better.
November 1, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Obama: The weird videos of a U.S. President with a crown on his head flying a fighter jet and dumping poop on protesting citizens… All of that is designed to distract you from the fact that your situation has not gotten better.
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I’m just going to say it…
It’s pretty damn validating to hear Barack Obama say the same things we’ve been shouting for months, and longer.
It’s pretty damn validating to hear Barack Obama say the same things we’ve been shouting for months, and longer.
November 1, 2025 at 8:50 PM
I’m just going to say it…
It’s pretty damn validating to hear Barack Obama say the same things we’ve been shouting for months, and longer.
It’s pretty damn validating to hear Barack Obama say the same things we’ve been shouting for months, and longer.
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Some thoughts of mine on a founding father who warned repeatedly of the dangers presented by demagogues who appeal to the worst in human nature. Trump's rise to power and the authoritarian character of his presidency would come as no surprise to Hamilton.
constitutioncenter.org/news-debate/...
constitutioncenter.org/news-debate/...
Alexander Hamilton: Closet Monarchist or Visionary Nationalist?
Podcast for Alexander Hamilton: Closet Monarchist or Visionary Nationalist? from the National Constitution Center
constitutioncenter.org
November 1, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Some thoughts of mine on a founding father who warned repeatedly of the dangers presented by demagogues who appeal to the worst in human nature. Trump's rise to power and the authoritarian character of his presidency would come as no surprise to Hamilton.
constitutioncenter.org/news-debate/...
constitutioncenter.org/news-debate/...
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Trump’s military strikes on boats near Venezuela have killed 43 people the administration claims were drug smugglers. A former Pentagon analyst questions whether there’s any real strategy behind the largest Caribbean deployment since the Cuban Missile Crisis.
buff.ly/GCxSia2
buff.ly/GCxSia2
Trump’s anti-Venezuela actions lack strategy, justifiable targets and legal authorization
President Trump OK’d a naval buildup in the Caribbean, strikes on boats in international waters and covert operations in Venezuela. A military analyst can’t see a coherent strategy or objective.
buff.ly
October 31, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Trump’s military strikes on boats near Venezuela have killed 43 people the administration claims were drug smugglers. A former Pentagon analyst questions whether there’s any real strategy behind the largest Caribbean deployment since the Cuban Missile Crisis.
buff.ly/GCxSia2
buff.ly/GCxSia2
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During a press conference, Kristi Noem claimed that ICE has not detained or arrested any US citizens. This isn't true.
The reality is that at least 170 citizens have been held by immigration agents, including two kids with cancer.
The reality is that at least 170 citizens have been held by immigration agents, including two kids with cancer.
More than 170 US citizens have been held by immigration agents
ProPublica uncovered that Americans have been kicked, dragged, and detained for days.
www.motherjones.com
October 30, 2025 at 7:45 PM
During a press conference, Kristi Noem claimed that ICE has not detained or arrested any US citizens. This isn't true.
The reality is that at least 170 citizens have been held by immigration agents, including two kids with cancer.
The reality is that at least 170 citizens have been held by immigration agents, including two kids with cancer.