Skellywright
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To live outside the law you must be honest
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A town hall in Idaho went viral in Feb. after plainclothes security tackled a woman confronting Republican lawmakers, sparking national outrage over the use of private security to silence political dissent.
For many on CA’s North Coast, their tactics were no shock. www.sfgate.com/northcoast/a...
For many on CA’s North Coast, their tactics were no shock. www.sfgate.com/northcoast/a...
The mercenaries who took on Northern California's hippies resurface
Lear Asset Management's tactics in logging and cannabis enforcement, from Idaho to California, raise concerns about private security's power.
www.sfgate.com
March 24, 2025 at 3:52 PM
A town hall in Idaho went viral in Feb. after plainclothes security tackled a woman confronting Republican lawmakers, sparking national outrage over the use of private security to silence political dissent.
For many on CA’s North Coast, their tactics were no shock. www.sfgate.com/northcoast/a...
For many on CA’s North Coast, their tactics were no shock. www.sfgate.com/northcoast/a...
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Teen Vogue, continuing to slap: www.teenvogue.com/story/north-...
What Happened When the Far-Right Took Over This Community College
The takeover of North Idaho College reveals the Far-Right’s blueprint for destroying higher education.
www.teenvogue.com
October 16, 2024 at 4:31 PM
Teen Vogue, continuing to slap: www.teenvogue.com/story/north-...
“Why would the Idaho Legislature be listening to and taking policy cues from someone who pointed a rifle at law enforcement?”
Bundy Ranch Militant Eric Parker Says He’s The Driving Force Behind Idaho Bill To Narrow Definition Of ‘Terrorism’
Bundy Ranch militant Eric Parker says he’s the driving force behind Idaho bill to narrow definition of 'terrorism' - InvestigateWest
Critics argue the legislation “essentially guts” Idaho’s Terrorist Control Act By Daniel Walters / InvestigateWest...
www.invw.org
February 15, 2024 at 10:38 PM
“Why would the Idaho Legislature be listening to and taking policy cues from someone who pointed a rifle at law enforcement?”
“Why would the Idaho Legislature be listening to and taking policy cues from someone who pointed a rifle at law enforcement?”
Bundy Ranch Militant Eric Parker Says He’s The Driving Force Behind Idaho Bill To Narrow Definition Of ‘Terrorism’
Bundy Ranch militant Eric Parker says he’s the driving force behind Idaho bill to narrow definition of 'terrorism' - InvestigateWest
Critics argue the legislation “essentially guts” Idaho’s Terrorist Control Act By Daniel Walters / InvestigateWest...
www.invw.org
February 15, 2024 at 10:38 PM
“Why would the Idaho Legislature be listening to and taking policy cues from someone who pointed a rifle at law enforcement?”
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Dr. Ryan Cole’s medical license is restricted in the state of Washington after state regulators concluded that Cole knowingly shared disinformation about COVID-19 and broke medical standards by virtually prescribing ivermectin to COVID-19 patients – against medical evidence.
Washington regulators restrict medical license of Idaho doctor who spread COVID-19 disinformation - ...
Dr. Ryan Cole’s medical license is restricted in Washington after state regulators concluded he shared disinformation about COVID-19.
idahocapitalsun.com
January 10, 2024 at 11:52 PM
Dr. Ryan Cole’s medical license is restricted in the state of Washington after state regulators concluded that Cole knowingly shared disinformation about COVID-19 and broke medical standards by virtually prescribing ivermectin to COVID-19 patients – against medical evidence.
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truly one of the greatest moments in sports history www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddQZ...
TOAST THAT MASCOT
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December 29, 2023 at 2:21 AM
truly one of the greatest moments in sports history www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddQZ...
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My colleague Ilya Somin explains why he thinks the Colorado court got it right. /1 reason.com/volokh/2023/...
Colorado Supreme Court Rules Trump is Ineligible for the Presidency Under Section 3 of the 14th Amen...
The Colorado court got this issue right. The case is now likely headed to the US Supreme Court.
reason.com
December 20, 2023 at 2:38 AM
My colleague Ilya Somin explains why he thinks the Colorado court got it right. /1 reason.com/volokh/2023/...
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IT’S HERE, the last piece in my Idaho series. You’ve heard about all the people who are fleeing extremism in Idaho. Now meet the people who are staying to fight. rewirenewsgroup.com/2023/12/18/w...
What Will It Take to Win Against Extremism in Idaho?
Some people—especially doctors—are leaving Idaho, fleeing extremism. Others are choosing to stay and fight, despite the risks.
rewirenewsgroup.com
December 18, 2023 at 6:57 PM
IT’S HERE, the last piece in my Idaho series. You’ve heard about all the people who are fleeing extremism in Idaho. Now meet the people who are staying to fight. rewirenewsgroup.com/2023/12/18/w...
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Down the Derp State Rabbit Hole with the Chair of the Marion County (OR) GOP ― by @sethcotlar.bsky.social
Down the Derp State Rabbit Hole with the Chair of the Marion County (OR) GOP
Cleon Skousen's conspiracy theories, Chinese commandos invading from Mexico, and other oldies but goodies from the right wing playbook
sethcotlar.substack.com
December 11, 2023 at 5:50 PM
Down the Derp State Rabbit Hole with the Chair of the Marion County (OR) GOP ― by @sethcotlar.bsky.social
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They move back when they find out that the things they do like about liberal areas exist because they are liberal areas.
When do we get the six page spread about the libertarians moving to Texas only to discover that public spaces are good, actually?
When do we get the six page spread about the libertarians moving to Texas only to discover that public spaces are good, actually?
December 3, 2023 at 3:12 PM
They move back when they find out that the things they do like about liberal areas exist because they are liberal areas.
When do we get the six page spread about the libertarians moving to Texas only to discover that public spaces are good, actually?
When do we get the six page spread about the libertarians moving to Texas only to discover that public spaces are good, actually?
From the human - canine partners of Rogue Detection Teams and Atlas Obscura, a story about the dog pound rejects trained to sniff out the “stinky data" of wildlife conservation.
www.atlasobscura.com/articles/con...
www.atlasobscura.com/articles/con...
The Adventures and Trials of Jack, Scat-Sniffing Superdog
Jack and his handler Collette Yee found challenges, meaning, and each other in their work helping scientists better understand orcas, bats, and more.
www.atlasobscura.com
December 3, 2023 at 6:42 AM
From the human - canine partners of Rogue Detection Teams and Atlas Obscura, a story about the dog pound rejects trained to sniff out the “stinky data" of wildlife conservation.
www.atlasobscura.com/articles/con...
www.atlasobscura.com/articles/con...
In 36 years of law, I haven't seen a bench-slapping more thorough and perhaps more well deserved. Watch a tag-team body slam by the judges of the Idaho Supreme Court, and one bad lawyer who won't be getting up off the mat.
www.eastidahonews.com/2023/12/loca...
www.eastidahonews.com/2023/12/loca...
Local attorney faces possible disbarment over accusations of professional misconduct - East Idaho Ne...
The Idaho State Bar has filed a complaint against Justin Oleson, a local attorney and the prosecuting attorney for Custer County.
www.eastidahonews.com
December 1, 2023 at 11:37 PM
In 36 years of law, I haven't seen a bench-slapping more thorough and perhaps more well deserved. Watch a tag-team body slam by the judges of the Idaho Supreme Court, and one bad lawyer who won't be getting up off the mat.
www.eastidahonews.com/2023/12/loca...
www.eastidahonews.com/2023/12/loca...
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You *really* need to see the side-by-side comparison to fully appreciate the differences. Especially if you don't get why people are saying that the Kissinger statement is cold.
December 1, 2023 at 12:48 AM
You *really* need to see the side-by-side comparison to fully appreciate the differences. Especially if you don't get why people are saying that the Kissinger statement is cold.
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Friends, I am so happy to present you with my obituary of Henry Kissinger, monster in human form. Burn in Hell.
Kissinger is Dead, Finally Something Good Has Happened in 2023 - Lawyers, Guns & Money
One of the most vile individuals to ever befoul the United States, Henry Kissinger is dead. A man responsible for the deaths of millions of people around the world and yet the most respected man withi...
www.lawyersgunsmoneyblog.com
November 30, 2023 at 2:13 AM
Friends, I am so happy to present you with my obituary of Henry Kissinger, monster in human form. Burn in Hell.
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YOU THERE, BOY! WHAT DAY IS IT??
November 30, 2023 at 2:15 AM
YOU THERE, BOY! WHAT DAY IS IT??
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Police on the lookout for huge cat
November 29, 2023 at 1:58 AM
Police on the lookout for huge cat
"The town of Clarkston where Jasmine lives is in Washington, where abortion is legal... Jasmine’s closest healthcare facilities are over the Snake River in Lewiston, Idaho. On that side, women live under some of the most austere anti-abortion laws in the country." www.theguardian.com/world/2023/n...
The choice: a rural mother and abortion care on the Washington-Idaho border
Even in places where abortion is legal, the inaccessibility of the procedure elsewhere can seep over state lines
www.theguardian.com
November 27, 2023 at 3:12 AM
"The town of Clarkston where Jasmine lives is in Washington, where abortion is legal... Jasmine’s closest healthcare facilities are over the Snake River in Lewiston, Idaho. On that side, women live under some of the most austere anti-abortion laws in the country." www.theguardian.com/world/2023/n...
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Do Nothing For Two Minutes...
Kokanee salmon on their spawning run in Isabella Creek in north central Idaho.
via CBS Sunday Morning
Kokanee salmon on their spawning run in Isabella Creek in north central Idaho.
via CBS Sunday Morning
Nature: Salmon in Idaho
We leave you this Sunday morning with Kokanee salmon on their spawning run in Isabella Creek in north central Idaho. Videographer: Hank Heusinkveld."CBS News...
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October 22, 2023 at 7:18 PM
Do Nothing For Two Minutes...
Kokanee salmon on their spawning run in Isabella Creek in north central Idaho.
via CBS Sunday Morning
Kokanee salmon on their spawning run in Isabella Creek in north central Idaho.
via CBS Sunday Morning
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Egads.
Journal publishes a special issue on the most widely used therapy for autism.
CEO of a company that offers accreditation for it contributes an article.
The article was written by AI. 2/3rds of the references don't exist. It's retracted.
www.thetransmitter.org/retraction/a...
Journal publishes a special issue on the most widely used therapy for autism.
CEO of a company that offers accreditation for it contributes an article.
The article was written by AI. 2/3rds of the references don't exist. It's retracted.
www.thetransmitter.org/retraction/a...
Article defending private-equity involvement in autism services retracted
Nearly two-thirds of the article’s references appear to not exist.
www.thetransmitter.org
November 21, 2023 at 3:07 PM
Egads.
Journal publishes a special issue on the most widely used therapy for autism.
CEO of a company that offers accreditation for it contributes an article.
The article was written by AI. 2/3rds of the references don't exist. It's retracted.
www.thetransmitter.org/retraction/a...
Journal publishes a special issue on the most widely used therapy for autism.
CEO of a company that offers accreditation for it contributes an article.
The article was written by AI. 2/3rds of the references don't exist. It's retracted.
www.thetransmitter.org/retraction/a...
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Thinking a lot these days about who can afford to leave red states and who is left behind.
The Red State Brain Drain Isn’t Coming. It’s Happening Right Now.
As conservative states wage total culture war, college-educated workers—physicians, teachers, professors, and more—are packing their bags.
newrepublic.com
November 22, 2023 at 9:17 PM
Thinking a lot these days about who can afford to leave red states and who is left behind.
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I wrote about the so-called “first ‘abortion-trafficking’ arrest” in Idaho—after getting all the police and court records I could—and how, when blasting out claims that get so ahead of the facts, there are real risks to abortion access
It’s Hard to Get Abortion Reporting Right in the Post-Roe Era
A criminal case heralded as Idaho’s first “abortion trafficking” arrest turns out to be more complicated.
newrepublic.com
November 21, 2023 at 2:29 PM
I wrote about the so-called “first ‘abortion-trafficking’ arrest” in Idaho—after getting all the police and court records I could—and how, when blasting out claims that get so ahead of the facts, there are real risks to abortion access
"All you can do is be the best Idaho you can possibly be."
so I spent most of this week visiting Idaho and and Washington and wrote a ton of stories about it for Extra Points, but I gotta be honest...my biggest takeaway from the trip may be about canned cheese
this isnt a meme or a joke
www.extrapointsmb.com/p/ode-canned...
this isnt a meme or a joke
www.extrapointsmb.com/p/ode-canned...
An Ode To Canned Cheese, and another notes from my PNW trip
On Boise State's unique stadium, being yourself, and more:
www.extrapointsmb.com
November 3, 2023 at 10:27 PM
"All you can do is be the best Idaho you can possibly be."