Stephanie Siek
@stephaniesiek.bsky.social
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The white supremacist conceit that everyone in antiquity was living under some kind of global jim crow segregation is just complete bullshit news.harvard.edu/gazette/stor...
Pure bloodlines? Ancestral homelands? DNA science says no. — Harvard Gazette
Geneticist explains recent analyses made possible by tech advances show human history to be one of mixing, movement, displacement.
news.harvard.edu
September 25, 2025 at 10:13 AM
The white supremacist conceit that everyone in antiquity was living under some kind of global jim crow segregation is just complete bullshit news.harvard.edu/gazette/stor...
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The numbers don't lie.
Here's how Trump's trade deficit goals may be mathematically impossible.👇
Here's how Trump's trade deficit goals may be mathematically impossible.👇
Trump wants more foreign investment and lower trade deficits — but can't have both
Trade math doesn't lie.
www.marketplace.org
July 30, 2025 at 5:54 PM
The numbers don't lie.
Here's how Trump's trade deficit goals may be mathematically impossible.👇
Here's how Trump's trade deficit goals may be mathematically impossible.👇
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For millions of current borrowers, fewer repayment options will be available when and if the House passes the current bill. Here's what to know.
What to know about Senate bill's major changes to student loans
The bill cuts the number of repayment plan choices that federal student loan borrowers have down to two.
trib.al
July 2, 2025 at 8:57 PM
For millions of current borrowers, fewer repayment options will be available when and if the House passes the current bill. Here's what to know.
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This week marks three years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, opening the door to stricter abortion laws in much of the country.
Grassroots abortion funds continue helping people reach states where the procedure is legal — but rising demand is outpacing donations.
Grassroots abortion funds continue helping people reach states where the procedure is legal — but rising demand is outpacing donations.
Three years after Roe v. Wade was struck down, abortion funds face a financial squeeze
Grassroots abortion funds provide financial aid to help people travel to states where abortion is still legal. Demand is rising, but donations aren’t always keeping up.
mktplc.org
June 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
This week marks three years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, opening the door to stricter abortion laws in much of the country.
Grassroots abortion funds continue helping people reach states where the procedure is legal — but rising demand is outpacing donations.
Grassroots abortion funds continue helping people reach states where the procedure is legal — but rising demand is outpacing donations.
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Data analytics company Palantir has been working with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to track migrants in real time.
The company’s seen an increase in government contracts as the Trump administration reportedly works to build a centralized database of Americans’ personal information.
The company’s seen an increase in government contracts as the Trump administration reportedly works to build a centralized database of Americans’ personal information.
The various contracts Palantir has with the federal government
Joseph Cox, reporter at the tech news site 404 Media, says data analytics company Palantir has been working with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to track migrants in real time.
mktplc.org
June 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Data analytics company Palantir has been working with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to track migrants in real time.
The company’s seen an increase in government contracts as the Trump administration reportedly works to build a centralized database of Americans’ personal information.
The company’s seen an increase in government contracts as the Trump administration reportedly works to build a centralized database of Americans’ personal information.
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Unless you are super into cryptocurrency, it’s really easy to tune out crypto news.
But you might want to actually pay attention to a bill called the GENIUS Act. We break it down.👇
But you might want to actually pay attention to a bill called the GENIUS Act. We break it down.👇
Bill that would allow banks to issue “stablecoin” cryptocurrency takes a step closer to becoming law
“Stablecoins” are supposed to be worth exactly $1, now and forever. But critics worry that they could cause problem in the noon-crypto economy.
www.marketplace.org
May 20, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Unless you are super into cryptocurrency, it’s really easy to tune out crypto news.
But you might want to actually pay attention to a bill called the GENIUS Act. We break it down.👇
But you might want to actually pay attention to a bill called the GENIUS Act. We break it down.👇
One of my favorite things about windows-open weather is listening to people enthusiastically singing along to songs in their cars on the street outside my apartment.
May 2, 2025 at 6:07 PM
One of my favorite things about windows-open weather is listening to people enthusiastically singing along to songs in their cars on the street outside my apartment.
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Essential journalism, by @hannahallam.bsky.social. Outrageous and heartbreaking.
“It was like a relay race, and she was the baton,” Öztürk’s attorney Mahsa Khanbabai said.
“It was like a relay race, and she was the baton,” Öztürk’s attorney Mahsa Khanbabai said.
American Rendition: Rümeysa Öztürk’s Journey From Ph.D. Scholar to Trump Target Languishing in Louisiana Cell
“So horrifying and so heartbreaking”: Öztürk’s close friend provides an intimate look into one of the hundreds of foreign students who have had their visas revoked — and in dozens of instances have be...
www.propublica.org
April 14, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Essential journalism, by @hannahallam.bsky.social. Outrageous and heartbreaking.
“It was like a relay race, and she was the baton,” Öztürk’s attorney Mahsa Khanbabai said.
“It was like a relay race, and she was the baton,” Öztürk’s attorney Mahsa Khanbabai said.
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In Germany, there's a volunteer organisation of 400 #journalists called 'Lie Detectors'. Between them, they organise 1,000 school visits a year, training 10-15 yr olds how to spot fake news & pictures, the motives behind them, & the need for critical thinking.
lie-detectors.org/de/
lie-detectors.org/de/
Home - Lie Detectors
lie-detectors.org
March 21, 2025 at 5:53 AM
In Germany, there's a volunteer organisation of 400 #journalists called 'Lie Detectors'. Between them, they organise 1,000 school visits a year, training 10-15 yr olds how to spot fake news & pictures, the motives behind them, & the need for critical thinking.
lie-detectors.org/de/
lie-detectors.org/de/
I value public media, and not just because I work there. I was a longtime listener/watcher before I was an employee. Why? Because I value fact-based info from diverse perspectives- like what I help provide at @marketplace.org and enjoy frm @apmreports.org @npr.org @pbsnews.org. #ProtectMyPublicMedia
March 6, 2025 at 8:17 PM
I value public media, and not just because I work there. I was a longtime listener/watcher before I was an employee. Why? Because I value fact-based info from diverse perspectives- like what I help provide at @marketplace.org and enjoy frm @apmreports.org @npr.org @pbsnews.org. #ProtectMyPublicMedia
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NEW: WIRED got IP blocked by the Social Security Administration, among other outlets covering Musk's takeover.
Federal workers are now "prohibited" from accessing our reporting on "government-furnished equipment."
WaPo, NYT, and MSNBC are likewise banned, sources confirm.
Federal workers are now "prohibited" from accessing our reporting on "government-furnished equipment."
WaPo, NYT, and MSNBC are likewise banned, sources confirm.
Social Security Workers Aren’t Allowed to Read This Story
New internet restrictions at the embattled SSA have cut off access to WIRED, along with other “general news” websites like The Washington Post and The New York Times.
www.wired.com
March 6, 2025 at 6:21 PM
NEW: WIRED got IP blocked by the Social Security Administration, among other outlets covering Musk's takeover.
Federal workers are now "prohibited" from accessing our reporting on "government-furnished equipment."
WaPo, NYT, and MSNBC are likewise banned, sources confirm.
Federal workers are now "prohibited" from accessing our reporting on "government-furnished equipment."
WaPo, NYT, and MSNBC are likewise banned, sources confirm.
March 6, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Elon Musk wants to know what government workers did at work last week as part of a move to make the federal workforce leaner and more efficient.
But does monitoring job productivity have an effect on your performance? One expert doesn’t think so.
But does monitoring job productivity have an effect on your performance? One expert doesn’t think so.
Monitoring job performance doesn’t improve it, expert says - Marketplace
Adam Grant of The Wharton School describes evidence-based strategies for getting the best out of employees.
mktplc.org
March 6, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Elon Musk wants to know what government workers did at work last week as part of a move to make the federal workforce leaner and more efficient.
But does monitoring job productivity have an effect on your performance? One expert doesn’t think so.
But does monitoring job productivity have an effect on your performance? One expert doesn’t think so.
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Why not cut government spending from gross domestic product reports?
The short answer from one expert: "it’s completely goofy to take it out."
The short answer from one expert: "it’s completely goofy to take it out."
Can the U.S. delete government spending from GDP? - Marketplace
Government spending is tied up with consumer and business spending. Not reporting it as part of GDP would breach global accounting standards.
www.marketplace.org
March 4, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Why not cut government spending from gross domestic product reports?
The short answer from one expert: "it’s completely goofy to take it out."
The short answer from one expert: "it’s completely goofy to take it out."
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NEWS: The USAID official put on leave for disseminating two memos about Rubio's failure to push through life-saving foreign aid was in the process of writing a THIRD memo when fired. We obtained it. It's far more alarming than the first two.
www.thebulwark.com/p/what-a-wee...
www.thebulwark.com/p/what-a-wee...
March 3, 2025 at 2:57 PM
NEWS: The USAID official put on leave for disseminating two memos about Rubio's failure to push through life-saving foreign aid was in the process of writing a THIRD memo when fired. We obtained it. It's far more alarming than the first two.
www.thebulwark.com/p/what-a-wee...
www.thebulwark.com/p/what-a-wee...
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A small activist group has called for an “economic blackout” and are urging consumers not to make any purchases online or in stores today, especially at major retailers. Here's a look at the impact it could have.
People’s Union USA calls for "economic blackout" Feb. 28 - Marketplace
The activist group has called for a complete boycott of consumer spending in the U.S. on Friday. How much impact could it have?
mktplc.org
February 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
A small activist group has called for an “economic blackout” and are urging consumers not to make any purchases online or in stores today, especially at major retailers. Here's a look at the impact it could have.
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Educators: It's an important time to teach about #PressFreedom. In our Checkology lesson, learn:
- How press freedom differs across the world
- How it can be protected or restricted
🔗 bit.ly/PressFreedom...
➕ Reference @rsf.org's most recent index: rsf.org/en/index
- How press freedom differs across the world
- How it can be protected or restricted
🔗 bit.ly/PressFreedom...
➕ Reference @rsf.org's most recent index: rsf.org/en/index
Press Freedoms Around the World | Checkology
bit.ly
February 25, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Educators: It's an important time to teach about #PressFreedom. In our Checkology lesson, learn:
- How press freedom differs across the world
- How it can be protected or restricted
🔗 bit.ly/PressFreedom...
➕ Reference @rsf.org's most recent index: rsf.org/en/index
- How press freedom differs across the world
- How it can be protected or restricted
🔗 bit.ly/PressFreedom...
➕ Reference @rsf.org's most recent index: rsf.org/en/index
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"Marketplace Morning Report" host David Brancaccio and his wife lost their new home to one of the fires that recently ravaged Southern California.
He recently appeared on CBS News with Major Garrett to reflect on his loss. 👇
He recently appeared on CBS News with Major Garrett to reflect on his loss. 👇
Radio host David Brancaccio reflects on losing his home in California wildfire
Southern Californians are working to recover from the devastating January wildfires. David Brancaccio, host of the economics news show "Marketplace Morning Report," was one of the thousands who lost t...
www.cbsnews.com
February 11, 2025 at 11:13 PM
"Marketplace Morning Report" host David Brancaccio and his wife lost their new home to one of the fires that recently ravaged Southern California.
He recently appeared on CBS News with Major Garrett to reflect on his loss. 👇
He recently appeared on CBS News with Major Garrett to reflect on his loss. 👇
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Courts *ordered* the Trump admin to stop its spending freeze
Yet ProPublica found place after place where $ is still frozen
-hot meals for elderly and disabled
-groceries for those in need
-maternal & child health services
-a clinic that serves the poor
www.propublica.org/article/trum...
Yet ProPublica found place after place where $ is still frozen
-hot meals for elderly and disabled
-groceries for those in need
-maternal & child health services
-a clinic that serves the poor
www.propublica.org/article/trum...
The Courts Blocked Trump’s Federal Funding Freeze. Agencies Are Withholding Money Anyway.
Agencies continue to suspend funding, despite multiple court orders blocking the federal freeze. Experts say the Trump administration’s actions set the stage for challenges to Congress’ authority — an...
www.propublica.org
February 10, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Courts *ordered* the Trump admin to stop its spending freeze
Yet ProPublica found place after place where $ is still frozen
-hot meals for elderly and disabled
-groceries for those in need
-maternal & child health services
-a clinic that serves the poor
www.propublica.org/article/trum...
Yet ProPublica found place after place where $ is still frozen
-hot meals for elderly and disabled
-groceries for those in need
-maternal & child health services
-a clinic that serves the poor
www.propublica.org/article/trum...
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An Associated Press reporter was was blocked from an Oval Office event today because the publication "did not align its editorial standards with President Donald Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America."
AP statement on Oval Office access | The Associated Press
The Associated Press issued this statement on Tuesday from Executive Editor Julie Pace: As a global news organization, The Associated Press informs
www.ap.org
February 11, 2025 at 9:54 PM
An Associated Press reporter was was blocked from an Oval Office event today because the publication "did not align its editorial standards with President Donald Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America."
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The Trump administration has ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which regulates financial products on behalf of the public, to stop its work. But why was the CFPB created in the first place? And what has it done over its nearly 14-year existence?
Trump wants the CFPB to stop its work. What does the agency do? - Marketplace
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau regulates financial products on behalf of the public and has returned over $21 billion to consumers.
www.marketplace.org
February 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM
The Trump administration has ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which regulates financial products on behalf of the public, to stop its work. But why was the CFPB created in the first place? And what has it done over its nearly 14-year existence?
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Elon Musk is calling for the CFPB's remaining account balance of $711,586,678 to be returned to the American taxpayers.
That you give everyone $2-$3.
But returning Elon Musk’s money to taxpayers would give everyone about $1,300 each.
That you give everyone $2-$3.
But returning Elon Musk’s money to taxpayers would give everyone about $1,300 each.
February 11, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Elon Musk is calling for the CFPB's remaining account balance of $711,586,678 to be returned to the American taxpayers.
That you give everyone $2-$3.
But returning Elon Musk’s money to taxpayers would give everyone about $1,300 each.
That you give everyone $2-$3.
But returning Elon Musk’s money to taxpayers would give everyone about $1,300 each.
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