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And by most important, it is the equivalent of putting a training on Christmas. And something like this happens *every year*. I once lost a friend over something scheduled on Yom Kippur that she was annoyed I suggested we had to move.
Why read past headlines: I have personal experience with how MAHA attitudes make kids less healthy. MAHA literally thinks kids don't deserve health unless they're genetically gifted. www.salon.com/2025/09/02/t...
They are being intentionally obtuse. There is a huge difference between a workshop that is only dependent on conflicting schedules versus a satellite launch that is going to be dependent on many things like weather, etc. The question to ask is would they do this workshop on Christmas?
And I mean the Department of War was really just the Department of the Army and DOD was created by the National Security Act of 1947, who cares about legislation at this point anyway.
Love it when that happens!
African countries are importing solar panels from China at record rates. Energy thinktank Ember says imports rose 60% in the 12 months to June 2025, as Africa’s power needs converge with China’s overproduction and low prices.
Renee Richards has entered the chat.
Crypto is better than traditional financial markets at literally nothing. It's just another rent seeking instrument.
Please people. It has been a things since the 80s and will NEVER go away.
How JD Vance sees himself
This is, of course, false. The United States exported $83 billion in goods and services to India last year alone.
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The National Guard was built for disasters and emergencies. Now it’s being turned into a domestic police force. From Iraq War and Army National Guard veteran @itsapurdy.bsky.social Gift link: www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
I agree with much of this thread, but I think it needs to be said: if unity is the way to get around fascists, we need to fucking unify, and that means at this stage, swiftly discouraging the wedge issue dividers in our own party.
Up the Town 🙌 🔴⚪ #WxmAFC
Wrexham first Championship win! @wrexhamafc.co.uk Nice job.
Come on Fulham!
Ironic given that “Deep State” is about the government penetrating and controlling large parts of the private sector. See Egypt. Not people who have served their country for decent but not crazy wages.
So it’s weird right? These are the people that think LTS are too green to lead a bunch experienced NCOS and assume by the time you get Battalion Command you have lost touch. Conversely a 30 year old tech millionaire has somehow “earned it.” Bonkers.
The Hero we didn't know we needed.
That's the most National Guard thing I've ever seen. We don't have a mission here. We don't have any training we can do. We're sitting around with our thumbs up our asses. I know, let's do a Police Call! Police Call is Army for picking up trash.
Alert @leahlitman.bsky.social
Who is Staind and why should we care? That’s rhetorical. We shouldn’t.
This collective dismissal of a Black woman's authoritative voice on the matter of national security is a recurring and troubling theme in American history. It reflects a societal bias that prioritizes comfort and political expediency over inconvenient truths… Watch: open.substack.com/pub/danielle...
Please do this for me. 🥹
Great @strictscrutiny.bsky.social episode this week! I am betting I am the only person listening in Malawi!
On a personal level, I've already made this transition. When I look for leadership, I immediately look to see what Pritzker, Walz, Beshear, Wu, Mamdani, etc., are saying before anyone in Congress. More Democrats should do the same until Schumer and Jeffries are gone.
I had not seen this. Bravo @ravibhalla.bsky.social
crackerbarrelcheese.com Same brand I believe.
There is Cracker Barrel cheese in the US as well.
Well worth your time and money.
We're gonna need a bigger truth and reconciliation commission.
We should absolutely expand the House.
We should absolutely expand the House.
The idea that it is not a genocide because it did not happen fast enough has no basis in law.
Correct. It is a lot of discomfort to be in spaces with people you don't like, to have to examine your own motives and biases. Navigating conflict is HARD. We have just show up even when its not convenient. Community is not always fun. People are not always fun. But people will save you.
Everyone has a price. Just thinking it is that small is shocking.
Six years ago @nhannahjones.bsky.social released "The 1619 Project," and the world hasn't been the same since. It marked the 400th anniversary of the arrival of enslaved Africans to American shores. 6 years later, it's become a war over history. With the latest battle taken to the museums
As a retired JA I am absolutely appalled.
Chattel slavery was so bad that when we tell you how bad it in fact was most of y'all shut down and tell us we're making it up and pass laws against us ever telling you how bad it was again because your brains literally cannot handle how bad it in fact was.
You’d think the people who decry solar power as being impractical because it’s dark at night would see an even bigger problem with this brilliant idea.
Take this class friends. Best decision I made all summer. There is joy in community. There is joy in learning together. @karenattiah.bsky.social = brilliant. #wemove2025 @resistanceschool.bsky.social
Expert Dad Badge on the way I guess.
If you need to mask your face you know you are violating the law. A lot of Fed Leo’s are going to prison when this is done.
Trump’s threat to “federalize” D.C. is nonsensical—D.C. is a federal enclave under Congress’s control, not the president’s. If Congress doesn't act, it's unclear whether Trump will seize control of the police in 30-day increments for the remainder of his presidency. trib.al/GaWgtMp
Investing in the system was a mistake - don’t lament not being CEO - really do your own thing. (And not with AI)
Absolutely true - I feel seen.
I'm probably in 6 or 7 re Springsteen so at least that.
I had caviar for the first time few weeks ago. That looks amazing.
Was it fine?
The covers they did on that leg of the tour—also Royals, Highway to Hell—were amazing. Tom Morello makes everything better.
Uncapping the House is the easiest way to improve our democracy - It should be at least tripled in size to 1305. Then we would have 1355 electoral votes. 678 to win the Presidency.
When this is over - there are a lot of people who are going to be surprised to find themselves in the dock.
Well yeah - he and his base are.
The “But”!os the give away. You can denounce the actions of the Israeli government without the qualification. The qualification gives a certain “me thinks thou protesth too much” vibe.
This interview is so moving and powerful. Grateful to @thebulwark.com & @timmiller.bsky.social for making it happen. And I am just floored by Andry’s grace and strength - and that he describes in the other 251 men who were kidnapped and forced to endure such torture and abuse. Moved to tears.
With all the talk of gerrymandering what we should really note is that they way back to democracy is, at a minimum, to enlarge the House of Representatives. As our population grows every individual vote is slowly diluted.
Grievance and vibes.
A little sunshine to the day!
It's been 25 years since I took Con Law - but this was my recolelction.
So at least we get this sort of thing for the next 10 months.
I needed a good news story.
Driving on the east coast as well - been getting worse over the last four years.
What?!?! “The Infantry Squad Vehicle represents the Army’s best guess, based on decades of combat experience, of what will work best for future combat, according to a senior Defense official who was not authorized to speak publicly.”
Hazoney seemed like someone who has never been outside his own tiny bubble. Has no idea how the world actually functions.
About yesterday - coulsonwrites.substack.com/p/a-day-at-t...
If you did not make it today signed copies are available at the Spy Museum.
Happening now at the Spy Museum!
Today is the big day! I hope to see you at the International Spy Museum Bookstore from 2-4 today! #SpyMuseum www.spymuseum.org/calendar/in-...
This whole discourse is a rejection of adulthood & its discontents, a special pleading for men to be exempted from some unpleasantries like: * No one is entitled to sex. * It's very common for people not to get what they want. Women are expected to put up with the above & it's not a crisis, ever.
Tomorrow is the big day! If you are seeing this reposts greatly appreicated!
No.
This is the visa interview at the Embassy before they come to the US.
As someone who did this work I agree it’s a waste of time but how is it going be harder on people with valid works visas?
Don't forget! This Saturday at the International Spy Museum here in DC! I will be signing my book from 2-4pm! I will have some Royal Marine SWAG for you too!
Nice work!
REAL truth to power! Bravo Mr. Garcia.
Free advice: If you want a progressive Presidential candidate to win the Democratic primaries in 2028, you've got to figure out how to get 'em in front of middle aged & senior Black folks instead of constantly writing us off. Zohran Mamdani gets it! He really does. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/28/o...
Motherfucking wind farms…
Don't forget! This Saturday at the International Spy Museum here in DC! I will be signing my book from 2-4pm! I will have some Royal Marine SWAG for you too!
Great piece as always Charlotte!
Just packs suitcase with them Bourough Market.
After a five-day halt due to a lack of supplies, our team at WCK’s Deir al-Balah Field Kitchen has resumed limited hot meal service in Gaza. #ChefsForGaza (1/3)
Gift Link at @sifill.bsky.social 's request - www.nytimes.com/2025/07/27/o...
When they tell you you have no rights at the border you should have a lecture prepared.
And of course that is not true. It is simply the simplistic explanation an ICE or CBP officer thinks they understand.
It would be be great if Bruce and other rockers would do a a Vote for Change on Steroids.
Is this a write on?
I thought so too. “Some standing. . .” We just can’t figure what kind of standing. 🤣
I saw someone interviewing him and my first thought was "am I supposed to know who this guy is?"
Proposition: Rod Fehlman should be “cancelled,” and it would be an exercise of free speech rights to participate in his “cancellation,” and squeamishness about “cancelling” him reflects an inherent bias in favor of the rights of people like Fehlman at the expense of people like the victims. /1
Really enjoying and more importantly learning in @karenattiah.bsky.social 's Resistance Summer School.
What a great city - I loved living there.
This was another great season!
Victorious Phil!
trump and the goons frantically going from rosie o’donnell to mexican cokes to pro sports team names to fake obama arrest videos is like the end of fireworks shows where they just blow up whatever they have left to get the oohs and ahhs from the crowd
The fundamental assumption has to be that they know what they are doing is illegal.
This is unconscionable. Our entire profession should be up in arms. Masked law enforcement and now anonymous lawyers. Our courts are open as is our legal system. If you can’t put your name to your representation as a lawyer then you should not be allowed to appear in court. @americanbar.org