Category Archives: Blog stuff

“It’s not like we were designing it to reflect reality, but we happen to be making a show about violent authoritarians who present as celebrities. Then suddenly, the world changed to reflect the show, not just in the States – … Continue reading →

“This means the United States would be kept in the dark about a lot of things going on in the world.” “McBride’s response is a masterclass in dealing with bullies.” “Now, reproductive rights groups are preparing for legal and legislative … Continue reading →

I’ve actually been on BlueSky for awhile, but I don’t use it that much. Maybe that will change as I feel the need to return to a higher level of news engagement. “But here’s the thing: all those other platforms, … Continue reading →

“To obey a tyrant before you are compelled to do so teaches them what they will be able to get you to do, easily, without even needing to expend the resources and energy it takes to carry out that part … Continue reading →

“The European Union’s greenhouse gas emissions dropped by eight percent in 2023, a course correction following a couple of years of post-Covid recovery. The 27 member states are collectively making real progress — though still not enough.” I was (along … Continue reading →

Have you voted yet? I didn’t think we needed a “Brady Bunch” reunion series, and after reading this I’m glad we didn’t get it. Drinking coffee may or may not be good or bad for you. Hope that helps. The … Continue reading →

Have you voted yet? Netflix is going all in on Stranger Things Season Five. “As the need has grown, so has Elevated Access. The organization has continued to enlist volunteer pilots and offer free flights to patients who need reproductive … Continue reading →

“The Foreign Troll Farms Never Went Away”. I’m not sure I believe that no one wants to be in the new Harry Potter series because they don’t want to be associated with asshole transphobe JK Rowling, but I very much … Continue reading →

“DHS Warns Every Level Of Election Admin Could Be Targeted By Domestic Extremists Next Month”. “So, as with much of the Trump political experiment, they could be playing 4D chess—or are just grifting in every way they can.” “Not trying … Continue reading →

“Back in the Reagan era, Republicans made “neighborhood” a key component of their political vocabulary. But in Trump’s bizarrely dystopian rendering of cities, meaningful place-based ties either don’t exist or don’t matter. Democrats can take the term back, making it … Continue reading →

“Parental Rights Face a Surprising Moment of Truth at the Supreme Court”. “Immigrants are unsung heroes of global trade and value creation”. “Elon Musk, from behind a massive army of bodyguards, now tweeting 150+ times a day”. Lost was a … Continue reading →

“On Tuesday, Sept. 10, the Ultimate World Cruise made its final stop in Miami, returning to where it started. How do the passengers feel now that they’re returning to their normal routines? And what will they miss (or not) about … Continue reading →