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Cautionary Tale
@teler.bsky.social
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Strange and unusual.

Lawyer, federal worker, pet guardian, geek.

Mostly, I want to share pictures of my pets and post about whatever crafty nonsense I’m working on or game I’m playing.

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krisko.bsky.social
if you want to feel super old, this is a reminder that the initial heist from the original 'the fast and the furious' (2001) was vhs players
truck full of vhs players and tv/vhs combos
April 8, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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self.agency
in case you're wondering, "what's the harm in claiming an extinct species has been brought back from the dead" when it most certainly has not, our interior secretary is already using it to justify taking animals off the endangered species list
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is to work with others to “conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.” The Department of the Interior is excited about the potential of “de-extinction” technology and how it may serve broader purposes beyond the recovery of lost species, including strengthening biodiversity protection efforts and helping endangered or at-risk species. The Endangered Species List has become like the Hotel California: once a species enters, they never leave. In fact, 97 percent of species that are added to the endangered list remain there. This is because the status quo is focused on regulation more than innovation. It’s time to fundamentally change how we think about species conservation. Going forward, we must celebrate removals from the endangered list - not additions. The only thing we’d like to see go extinct is the need for an endangered species list to exist. We need to continue improving recovery efforts to make that a reality, and the marvel of “de-extinction” technology can help forge a future where populations are never at risk. Since the dawn of our nation, it has been innovation – not regulation – that has spawned American greatness. The revival of the Dire Wolf heralds the advent of a thrilling new era of scientific wonder, showcasing how the concept of “de-extinction” can serve as a bedrock for modern species conservation. The Dire Wolf revival carries profound cultural significance as it embodies strength and courage that is deeply encoded within the DNA of American identity and tribal heritage. Breakthroughs of this nature will inspire leading minds and future generations of innovators to chase the impossible, capture it, and unleash its potential! The Department of the Interior looks forward to a vibrant future full of innovation that advances core missions such as wildlife conservation.
April 8, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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mollyjongfast.bsky.social
doge isn’t saving you money
joshtpm.bsky.social Josh Marshall @joshtpm.bsky.social · Apr 6
Good day to remember that DOGE has already lost the US government at least half a trillion dollars this year alone. And likely more.
April 6, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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coachfinstock.bsky.social
Life and death in Apple’s forbidden city This article is more than 7 years old In an extract from his new book, Brian Merchant reveals how he gained access to Longhua, the vast complex where iPhones are made and where, in 2010, unhappy workers started killing themselves
April 6, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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evacide.bsky.social
Why might you want to read up on EFF's guide to border searches right now, you wonder? This is why.
March 19, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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evacide.bsky.social
If you're critical of the US government and you are planning to cross the US border any time soon, today is a good day to review EFF's border search pocket guide: www.eff.org/document/eff...
EFF Border Search Pocket Guide
border-pocket-guide-2.pdf
www.eff.org
March 19, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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scalzi.com
THAT'S WHAT I'VE BEEN TELLING YOU ALL DAMN IT

Also I feel sorry for the NSA analyst who has to figure out what the hell is going on with my "burritos"
anildash.com Anil Dash @anildash.com · Mar 16
Every person on Bluesky should know:
* Every post on Bluesky is PUBLIC forever
* Every post on Bluesky is archived by ICE, NSA, and many other agencies
* Even if you delete a post, it’s already been captured
* Judges don’t care if you were “kidding” or being ironic

www.404media.co/the-200-site...
March 16, 2025 at 7:41 PM
teler.bsky.social
It’s a stunning game. But fuck these vultures forever.
March 16, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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katyys.bsky.social
So experts are calling BS… that they left their servers unsecured and were visible.. so Twitter fucked up.. and Musk blamed ( waves hands vaguely) those people over there

www.engadget.com/social-media...
Security researchers aren't buying Musk's spin on the cyberattack that took down X
A new report raises questions about Elon Musk's explanation for a "massive cyberattack" that brought down X Monday.
www.engadget.com
March 12, 2025 at 2:25 AM
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mmasnick.bsky.social
Haven't seen this reported anywhere but a judge overseeing Florida's attempt to age gate all social media pointed to the failure of D&D to make him worship Satan as a kid to suggest the state needs actual evidence, and not just vibes about a social media moral panic. www.techdirt.com/2025/03/11/j...
Judge Uses D&D’s Failure To Make Him Worship Satan To School Florida On Social Media Moral Panics
When Florida’s lawyers tried to defend the state’s social media age restriction law by claiming it’s “well known” that platforms harm children, they probably weren&#82…
www.techdirt.com
March 11, 2025 at 10:57 PM
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datadrivenmd.social
Last time I checked there are exactly zero measles vaccine-related hospitalizations or deaths in 2025, but there are 223 of measles cases, 29 hospitalizations, and 2 deaths in Texas alone

www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/...
March 12, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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david.noll.org
Pro-tip for university administrators: when the government illegally cancels your grants, your first response shouldn't be "you kind of have a point."
jbenmenachem.com jon ben-menachem @jbenmenachem.com · Mar 7
Email from Columbia President Armstrong makes clear that admin still has no idea what it’s dealing with. No amount of “serious action to combat antisemitism” (read: punish Palestine activists) will satisfy the Nazis. They see universities as an enemy institution to crush underfoot.
Columbia’s mission is to teach, create, and advance knowledge. For over 270 years, that mission has been grounded in an enduring and essential commitment to freedom of expression, open inquiry, and generous, respectful debate. Today, we were notified of federal action from Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Education (ED), and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) cancelling $400 million in federal funding to the University. The federal agencies cite “the school’s continued inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students.” There is no question that the cancellation of these funds will immediately impact research and other critical functions of the University, impacting students, faculty, staff, research, and patient care. But let me be very clear: Columbia is taking the government’s action very seriously. I want to assure the entire Columbia community that we are committed to working with the federal government to address their legitimate concerns. To that end, Columbia can, and will, continue to take serious action toward combatting antisemitism on our campus.
March 8, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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jerasikehorn.bsky.social
What a wonderful idea…👇

Let’s. Do. This. ✨
March 7, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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annastasia77.bsky.social
🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

The largest Ukrainian flag was unfurled today at the "Dont Abandon Ukraine" rally in Washington DC.

Pretty awesome!

#SlavaUkraini
#WeStandWithUkraine

#Ukraine
#RiseUpAndResist
March 8, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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altnps.bsky.social
Some federal employees who accepted Trump’s buyout offer are now being notified that their buyout has been denied, and they are being terminated instead.
February 16, 2025 at 1:12 AM
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mrsbettybowers.bsky.social
If Elon Musk can afford to pay people to look at your taxes, he can afford to start paying his own.
February 8, 2025 at 9:51 PM
teler.bsky.social
I finished this last night. 120 hours of stitching! It represents the “graveyard guardian” of English lore.
Cross stitch project, scene depicts an illustration-style cemetery protected by a large black dog.
February 11, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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mcuban.bsky.social
www.courtwatch.news/p/lawsuits-r...
All The Federal Lawsuits Related to Trump Admin Executive Orders
We put them all in one place.
www.courtwatch.news
February 5, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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ohvulpecula.bsky.social
Old still from a John Waters interview- he’s sitting just off of center on a green couch, leaning forward, hands clasped. He’s in front of a bookshelf, looking concerned, or thoughtful. Overlayed on the image is the quote: “Remember, pornographers have always been on our side. Brave, ready to fight for our rights. Smut is our friend.”
January 22, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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kumail.bsky.social
Watching this on repeat how is your day going?
twesq.bsky.social TW @twesq.bsky.social · Jan 30
This is awesome. From a custom knife forging shop in Edom, Texas.
January 31, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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sifill.bsky.social
Praying for all the victims & families of those who were aboard the airpland and Black Hawk that collided over the Potomac River tonight. 🙏🏾
January 30, 2025 at 3:16 AM
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jasonkoebler.bsky.social
Suddenly, out of nowhere, a declassified World War II-era CIA guide to sabotaging fascism in the workplace has become one of the most popular free ebooks on the internet:

www.404media.co/declassified...
Declassified CIA Guide to Sabotaging Fascism Is Suddenly Viral
The World War II-era "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" is full of steps that office workers can take to resist leadership.
www.404media.co
January 29, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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robowentv.bsky.social
Quite the timing with the first significant commercial air crash in more than a decade happening tonight at DCA…
January 30, 2025 at 3:07 AM
teler.bsky.social
He’s built a nest of various bedding. Samwise the adorable. #catsofbluesky
Orange and white kitten sleeping on various pieces of bedding.
January 29, 2025 at 9:35 AM