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Writer. Teacher. Book reviewer. https://cityonthemoonblog.wordpress.com/
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"Careless People", by Sarah Wynn-Williams, is the book Mark Zuckerberg doesn't want you to read, which is why you absolutely should. Eminently readable, "Careless People" is absolutely worth checking out and is a guaranteed page turner.

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Not sure who needs to hear this, but any govt official who violates someone's constitutional rights -- and is acting outside the scope of their lawful authority -- can be PERSONALLY liable in a civil suit. ICE officers. Cabinet members. White House staffers. Even the president.

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There’s a lesson here for every Big Law firm, university and media company if they care to learn it.

submitted 22 days ago • 7 comments

@rebeccathorne.bsky.social has quickly become one of my favorite authors with her Tomes & Tea quartet. "Tea You at the Altar" is the third entry, continuing the cozy sapphic fantasy we love, with some great twists along the way. cityonthemoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/04/01/w...

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The Honey Witch, by Sydney J. Shields, is a story about magic, the responsibility of legacy, and the yearning that comes from loving someone out of reach. An excellent sapphic cozy fantasy novel that I can't recommend enough! cityonthemoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/03/12/s...

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"Cuts have no apparent regard for civil society or opportunity costs or long-term strategic thinking. Their targets are Elon Musk’s and Project 2025’s targets. They have found no fraud, just democracy at work. They’re apparently eager to see what happens when it no longer does." Brian Barrett:

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"Star Wars: The Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire", by @chriskempshall.bsky.social, a WWI historian, is a fascinating look at the history and structure of the evil empire, treating it like a real-world political body. Check out my review here. cityonthemoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/02/20/r...

submitted 69 days ago • 1 comment

The National Park Service is misremembering #Stonewall. We're here to help correct their mistakes! All of the original content for the Stonewall National Monument has been republished at realstonewall.com #trans #queer #LGBWithTheT #translivesmatter

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“We’re not going anywhere. What’s more: we’re expanding.” Nearly a dozen of Minnesota’s foremost experts on gender-affirming care collaborated on this beautiful op-ed in today’s Strib. No paywall.

submitted 74 days ago • 169 comments

Incredible news! The Trump administration's under 19 trans care ban has been BLOCKED in federal court via a bench temporary restraining order. The administration CANNOT withhold funds from hospitals providing trans youth care. ACLU statement here:

submitted 75 days ago • 68 comments

i am going to put a finer point on this: executive orders are not laws. and they certainly are not royal decrees. they are interpretations of existing law for the purposes of enforcement. the fact that so many people are treating them as laws is actually driving me a bit insane.

submitted 77 days ago • 413 comments

Someone at the American Bar Association ate their Wheaties this morning.

submitted 78 days ago • 475 comments

Weak men cannot compromise. Weak men cannot build consensus. Weak men think that leadership means force. Weak men build nothing that lasts.

submitted 81 days ago • 746 comments

*endorsed

submitted 81 days ago • 595 comments

Judge rules that Black church in DC, which won a $2.8 million default judgment against the Proud Boys, now gains control over the trademark “Proud Boys.” The far-right group is barred from selling any related merchandise or symbols without the consent of the church. Gift link:

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Yes, this administration is dangerous and cruel, but they are also shockingly dim and incompetent. Opportunities are everywhere. Make everything as hard as possible. Resist every demand. Refuse entry without a warrant. Don’t take the buyout. Their problem solving skills are 📉

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On day one Trump's EO said we were harmful to kids. On day two, it said we were dishonorable and disloyal. On day three, it said we were unAmerican. Transgender people have been a part of this country for centuries. We are not going anywhere. Do not comply with these EOs, they are not law.

submitted 90 days ago • 81 comments

happy monday also trans rights are human rights -R

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My aunt and uncle tragically lost their home in Altadena due to the Eaton fire. Any support is more than appreciated! www.gofundme.com/f/farewell-c...

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"The Spellshop" by @sarahbethdurst.bsky.social is an engaging and page-turning cozy fantasy novel set in a truly fantastical setting. Endlessly charming, Durst wins readers over with her care and expertise of character relationships. cityonthemoonblog.wordpress.com/2024/12/09/r...

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"Play Nice" is the latest book by journalist @jasonschreier.bsky.social, a deep dive into the history of famed video game developer Blizzard Entertainment. This is a must-read for gamers and fans of the legendary company. cityonthemoonblog.wordpress.com/2024/11/28/t...

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"A Pirate's Life for Tea" is the fun, sweet follow-up to the excellent "Can't Spell Treason Without Tea" by @rebeccathorne.bsky.social. The perfect blend of cozy romance and pirate adventure. cityonthemoonblog.wordpress.com/2024/11/25/s...

submitted 156 days ago • 1 comment