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She was correct and her statement was brave AF.
Every American colony should have their choice of statehood or independence - and that includes all federally recognized Indigenous Nations, too.
Colonialism in the 21st century is evil.
Every American colony should have their choice of statehood or independence - and that includes all federally recognized Indigenous Nations, too.
Colonialism in the 21st century is evil.
Dem Delegate Stacey Plaskett of the Virgin Islands went off about how 4 million people in U.S. territories have their voices silenced by not being able to vote for a House Speaker.
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January 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
She was correct and her statement was brave AF.
Every American colony should have their choice of statehood or independence - and that includes all federally recognized Indigenous Nations, too.
Colonialism in the 21st century is evil.
Every American colony should have their choice of statehood or independence - and that includes all federally recognized Indigenous Nations, too.
Colonialism in the 21st century is evil.
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UnitedHealth CEO was killed 30 days ago on Dec 4. Mangione is on trial for that killing.
Since Dec 4, about 5589 Americans have died preventable deaths under America’s exploitative for profit health system.
So—when do CEOs who enabled these deaths go on trial?
www.qasimrashid.com/p/americas-h...
Since Dec 4, about 5589 Americans have died preventable deaths under America’s exploitative for profit health system.
So—when do CEOs who enabled these deaths go on trial?
www.qasimrashid.com/p/americas-h...
America's HELL Corporations
It is long past time we grapple with the violence imposed on Americans from our exploitative for-profit health exploitation system
www.qasimrashid.com
January 3, 2025 at 6:32 PM
UnitedHealth CEO was killed 30 days ago on Dec 4. Mangione is on trial for that killing.
Since Dec 4, about 5589 Americans have died preventable deaths under America’s exploitative for profit health system.
So—when do CEOs who enabled these deaths go on trial?
www.qasimrashid.com/p/americas-h...
Since Dec 4, about 5589 Americans have died preventable deaths under America’s exploitative for profit health system.
So—when do CEOs who enabled these deaths go on trial?
www.qasimrashid.com/p/americas-h...
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January 2, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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Do you know how much CEO pay has skyrocketed since 1978?
100%? 500%?
Try 1,085%
Meanwhile, the $7.25/hr fed. minimum wage hasn't budged in 15 years and the tipped min. wage has been $2.13/hr since 1991.
This is what I mean when I say the system is rigged.
100%? 500%?
Try 1,085%
Meanwhile, the $7.25/hr fed. minimum wage hasn't budged in 15 years and the tipped min. wage has been $2.13/hr since 1991.
This is what I mean when I say the system is rigged.
CEO Pay Has Risen 1,085% Since 1978, But for Workers? Just 24% | Common Dreams
CEOs at top US companies saw their pay skyrocket by 1,085% since 1978, while typical worker pay only increased by 24%
www.commondreams.org
December 23, 2024 at 11:00 PM
Do you know how much CEO pay has skyrocketed since 1978?
100%? 500%?
Try 1,085%
Meanwhile, the $7.25/hr fed. minimum wage hasn't budged in 15 years and the tipped min. wage has been $2.13/hr since 1991.
This is what I mean when I say the system is rigged.
100%? 500%?
Try 1,085%
Meanwhile, the $7.25/hr fed. minimum wage hasn't budged in 15 years and the tipped min. wage has been $2.13/hr since 1991.
This is what I mean when I say the system is rigged.
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#Phoenix police who "colluded with county prosecutors to invent a fake gang + falsely charge protesters...will not face any criminal repercussions."
#BlackLivesMatter protesters were charged with being members of the fictitious "ACAB gang" + faced decades in prison. www.abc15.com/news/local-n...
#BlackLivesMatter protesters were charged with being members of the fictitious "ACAB gang" + faced decades in prison. www.abc15.com/news/local-n...
No criminal charges for officials involved in protest scandal
A criminal investigation recommended that charges should be considered against eight officials – seven officers and one prosecutor.
www.abc15.com
December 24, 2024 at 7:14 AM
#Phoenix police who "colluded with county prosecutors to invent a fake gang + falsely charge protesters...will not face any criminal repercussions."
#BlackLivesMatter protesters were charged with being members of the fictitious "ACAB gang" + faced decades in prison. www.abc15.com/news/local-n...
#BlackLivesMatter protesters were charged with being members of the fictitious "ACAB gang" + faced decades in prison. www.abc15.com/news/local-n...
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A response about Republicans removing kids cancer research funding was “why is the gov paying for this?”
If Elon & the GOP want to make that case (instead of blaming Dems🤔) they can. But most of 🇺🇸 disagrees.
Here are things 🇺🇸 helped fund. “Government” is not the enemy.
stacker.com/business-eco...
If Elon & the GOP want to make that case (instead of blaming Dems🤔) they can. But most of 🇺🇸 disagrees.
Here are things 🇺🇸 helped fund. “Government” is not the enemy.
stacker.com/business-eco...
December 23, 2024 at 3:07 PM
A response about Republicans removing kids cancer research funding was “why is the gov paying for this?”
If Elon & the GOP want to make that case (instead of blaming Dems🤔) they can. But most of 🇺🇸 disagrees.
Here are things 🇺🇸 helped fund. “Government” is not the enemy.
stacker.com/business-eco...
If Elon & the GOP want to make that case (instead of blaming Dems🤔) they can. But most of 🇺🇸 disagrees.
Here are things 🇺🇸 helped fund. “Government” is not the enemy.
stacker.com/business-eco...
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A consensus is emerging: Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Where is the action? | Nesrine Malik
A consensus is emerging: Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Where is the action? | Nesrine Malik
It may feel hopeless to see supportive states continue to back Israel, but bearing witness matters for future reckoning
A consensus is building. On 5 December, Amnesty International concluded after an investigation that “Israel has committed and is…
www.theguardian.com
December 23, 2024 at 6:04 AM
A consensus is emerging: Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Where is the action? | Nesrine Malik
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In more than 700 cases over five years, Georgia reported inadequate housing as the sole reason for taking a child into foster care, a @wabe.org and ProPublica analysis found.
Advocates say it would be cheaper to help families get housing.
(Published Jan. 2024)
Advocates say it would be cheaper to help families get housing.
(Published Jan. 2024)
When Families Need Housing, Georgia Will Pay for Foster Care Rather Than Provide Assistance
In more than 700 cases over five years, Georgia reported inadequate housing as the sole reason for taking a child into foster care, a WABE and ProPublica analysis found. Advocates say it would be…
propub.li
December 23, 2024 at 3:00 AM
In more than 700 cases over five years, Georgia reported inadequate housing as the sole reason for taking a child into foster care, a @wabe.org and ProPublica analysis found.
Advocates say it would be cheaper to help families get housing.
(Published Jan. 2024)
Advocates say it would be cheaper to help families get housing.
(Published Jan. 2024)
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If your business model doesn’t work without breaking the law, Sam, then you’re not in business.
You’re in organized crime. futurism.com/the-byte/ope...
You’re in organized crime. futurism.com/the-byte/ope...
OpenAI Pleads That It Can’t Make Money Without Using Copyrighted Materials for Free
OpenAI is begging Parliament to allow it to use copyrighted works because it's "impossible" for the company to make money without them.
futurism.com
December 20, 2024 at 4:17 PM
If your business model doesn’t work without breaking the law, Sam, then you’re not in business.
You’re in organized crime. futurism.com/the-byte/ope...
You’re in organized crime. futurism.com/the-byte/ope...
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Culture: cops are all that stands between you and being killed by criminals!
SCOTUS: I mean if they feel like it.
SCOTUS: I mean if they feel like it.
If you don’t know what this case is:
Woman gets restraining order against violent ex.
He violates it. She calls cops. They don’t come by.
Repeat several times.
Eventually, he murders her and daughters.
Family sues cops, said had obligation to respond and failed.
SCOTUS? “Nah, no obligation.”
Woman gets restraining order against violent ex.
He violates it. She calls cops. They don’t come by.
Repeat several times.
Eventually, he murders her and daughters.
Family sues cops, said had obligation to respond and failed.
SCOTUS? “Nah, no obligation.”
Castle Rock v Gonzalez
December 23, 2024 at 12:36 AM
Culture: cops are all that stands between you and being killed by criminals!
SCOTUS: I mean if they feel like it.
SCOTUS: I mean if they feel like it.
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Reminder—the sole reason student loans exist is because Reagan was a racist & misogynist who didn't want "undesirables" (women & minorities) to get higher education so he defunded public education & forced privatization—thus canceling student loans is an economic, racial, & gender justice necessity.
December 21, 2024 at 4:40 AM
Reminder—the sole reason student loans exist is because Reagan was a racist & misogynist who didn't want "undesirables" (women & minorities) to get higher education so he defunded public education & forced privatization—thus canceling student loans is an economic, racial, & gender justice necessity.
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“I consistently break a rule I consider to be not only fake but pernicious. I know what I’m doing and why.”
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December 22, 2024 at 12:19 PM
“I consistently break a rule I consider to be not only fake but pernicious. I know what I’m doing and why.”
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Also, courage is contagious. I continue to stand against American fascism in the hope that others will take heart, too.
December 23, 2024 at 1:55 AM
Also, courage is contagious. I continue to stand against American fascism in the hope that others will take heart, too.
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Guys: please read this thread. (Here's a free "not all men" card for you: NOT ALL MEN. Now you don't have to wave yours.) Read this thread. Read it.
Years ago - I was dating a guy I thought had real long term potential. It was the first relationship I had after a slew of not nice men - and I was surprised by how kind, attentive and respectful he was.
When it began to get serious - he sat me down to talk about meeting his family. 🧵
When it began to get serious - he sat me down to talk about meeting his family. 🧵
December 23, 2024 at 3:45 AM
Guys: please read this thread. (Here's a free "not all men" card for you: NOT ALL MEN. Now you don't have to wave yours.) Read this thread. Read it.
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sesame street isn't supposed to make money. the post office isn't supposed to make money. not everything is supposed to MAKE MONEY
December 16, 2024 at 4:16 PM
sesame street isn't supposed to make money. the post office isn't supposed to make money. not everything is supposed to MAKE MONEY
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Every businesses would be more profitable if they could use costly inputs without paying for them. This is not unique to AI.
Many potential businesses could be profitable if they could use costly inputs without paying for them. We do not let them operate usually because that is stealing.
Many potential businesses could be profitable if they could use costly inputs without paying for them. We do not let them operate usually because that is stealing.
As creators challenge unpermissioned use of copyright-protected work to train generative AI, a major investor in the technology joins Big Tech in pushing for a "fair use" designation. Translation: paying for rights is just too expensive www.businessinsider.com/marc-andrees...
Andreessen Horowitz would like everyone to stop talking about AI's copyright issues, please
The famed venture capital firm a16z is fighting alongside major tech companies against potential copyright rules that would address generative AI.
www.businessinsider.com
November 17, 2023 at 6:03 PM
Every businesses would be more profitable if they could use costly inputs without paying for them. This is not unique to AI.
Many potential businesses could be profitable if they could use costly inputs without paying for them. We do not let them operate usually because that is stealing.
Many potential businesses could be profitable if they could use costly inputs without paying for them. We do not let them operate usually because that is stealing.
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It's almost impossible to grasp the magnitude of US wealth inequality & concentration:
$100K saved for retirement is a 4.3-inch stack of $100 bills.
$1M: 43 inches.
$1B: 3,600 feet. 12 football fields. World's tallest building is 2,722 feet.
Musk: $486B. 330 miles high. 60 Mt. Everests, stacked.
$100K saved for retirement is a 4.3-inch stack of $100 bills.
$1M: 43 inches.
$1B: 3,600 feet. 12 football fields. World's tallest building is 2,722 feet.
Musk: $486B. 330 miles high. 60 Mt. Everests, stacked.
December 20, 2024 at 1:28 PM
It's almost impossible to grasp the magnitude of US wealth inequality & concentration:
$100K saved for retirement is a 4.3-inch stack of $100 bills.
$1M: 43 inches.
$1B: 3,600 feet. 12 football fields. World's tallest building is 2,722 feet.
Musk: $486B. 330 miles high. 60 Mt. Everests, stacked.
$100K saved for retirement is a 4.3-inch stack of $100 bills.
$1M: 43 inches.
$1B: 3,600 feet. 12 football fields. World's tallest building is 2,722 feet.
Musk: $486B. 330 miles high. 60 Mt. Everests, stacked.
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It's that time of year where I post this one
December 19, 2024 at 4:50 PM
It's that time of year where I post this one
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I don't think that's too much to ask.
December 20, 2024 at 2:59 AM
I don't think that's too much to ask.