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Much as I would not dare to predict the consequences of this war, I do think we can summarize it thusly so far: A smart and evil man manipulated a stupid and evil man into a war against a fanatical and evil regime.

#denver #nokings

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The entirety of the Jewish people should not be held responsible for the actions of Netanyahu. All Palestinians should not be punished for the actions of Hamas. Just like all U.S. citizens are not at fault for the murderous regime of Trump. This should not be controversial.

Three things made the US a rich and powerful nation: the rule of law, its science & innovation system, and openness to foreign talent. Remarkable how Trump has taken a sledgehammer to all three. No enemy of this country could do more.

They’re eating the dolls, they’re eating the pencils.

No notes. h/t @ianbremmer.com

This is very good

Oligarchy (noun): A government of and by a few at the top, who exercise power for their own benefit. Their power and wealth increase as they make laws that favor themselves, manipulate financial markets, and create monopolies that put more wealth into their pockets.

The Onion uncovers what’s inside Elon Musk’s $35 million Texas compound. Explore Elon Musk's entire compound here: theonion.com/inside-elon-...

me this morning www.nytimes.com/2025/04/09/o...

“McDonalds workers in Denmark make more than Honda workers in Alabama” is such a key point. It’s the institutions, stupid.

Griffin’s getting into some good trouble in downtown San Diego. #indivisible #handsoff #sandiego

Zelenskys support in Ukraine went up 15 points to 67 after the Oval Office meeting.

(1/3) It needs repeating: in 1994, Ukraine was persuaded to give up its nuclear weapons to Russia in return for the US, the UK, and Russia guaranteeing Ukraine’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity.

Mark Rothko, Untitled, 1954

Donald Trump has disgraced the United States of America in countless ways since he first entered political life ten years ago. But he had never disgraced the nation as badly as he did today. He has brought shame on this country to an extent I had never thought possible. And he has only just begun.

Rather than prevent the looming economic calamity, they’re going to blame it on Biden.

About 30% of this country is lost in our lifetime. They're going to ride MAGA down to the grave, but Republicans are overreaching with their power. They believe they're invincible and voters won't turn. Once the pain hits home, millions will come after them. Sadly, a LOT OF GUNS in this country.

This is one of the most beautiful and powerful things I’ve ever read. I was cheering and crying as I read it. Do you want to know who is doing something? @marcelias.bsky.social is one of the doers and you should support his work if you are able.

“To properly dismantle our most necessary institutions, Musk has sicced an army of Nazi virgins on the Treasury Department to misread spreadsheets.” 😂😂😂😂

Griffin in the wild. #goldens #dogs #encinitas @encinitas

Normal People by Sally Rooney Book 9 (!!!) of 2025. I’d give a limb to have half her talent. #fiction #books #irishlit

Intermezzo by Sally Rooney. Another great one. #books #fiction #ireland

Book 8 of 2025. Martyr by @kavehakbar.bsky.social

www.doomsdayscenario.co/p/musk-s-jun... Thank you @asharangappa.bsky.social for sharing this.

Stop what you’re doing and read this.

“Let’s be crystal clear about what’s happening: A private citizen with zero Constitutional authority is effectively seizing control of critical government functions” www.techdirt.com/2025/01/31/e...