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There is a battle of MAGA-normalization between NYT and WaPo “Style” sections. Although WaPo put in a decent effort, it is an unfair fight, as no one can top NYT is terms of far-right normalization.

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The Great Grift Trump is planning a sell off that will be even worse than the corrupt Russian privatization of the 1990s that created the oligarchs that continue to sustain Putin’s regime.

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Let the #groundhopping commence! @racingloufc.com - @washingtonspirit.com A sunny @nwslsoccer.com game in the beautiful Lynn Family Stadium.

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It’s hard to see the success of Trump without the supportive role of reactionary centrism. Some of their core concepts, conspiracy theories, and fears were normalized for years in outlets like The Atlantic and NYT.

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Saw them that year at the (old) Scum in Katwijk 🇳🇱. Only ca. 50 people but one of th3e best shows I have ever seen. JJ went mental.

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The few foreigners Stephen Miller and his white nationalist pals actually want to come to the U.S., are no longer coming. Understandably. HT @jburnmurdoch.ft.com

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It seems that there is a Zoom option for my Fedder Lecture at UMSL, entitled "The Global Far Right in Trump's World". You can register here. 👇

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The fanciest, and most expensive ($20), Lahmacun I have ever had, but delicious too. Balkan Treat Box in St. Louis is very hip and popular and deservedly so.

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I had four very different and very interesting conversations last Wednesday. You can now sign up for next Wednesday.

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Today, at 6 PM (Central), I will give only my first in-person lecture this year. More information below. 👇

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Excellent op-Ed by @jessicacalarco.bsky.social on the MAGA fantasy of the “manufactoring era”, which has erased non-whites, trade unions, and much more.

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Shout out to Chi Chi’s Charred Chicken in Chattanooga, TN. Funky place, great food, nice people.

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Whitmer had been largely AWOL since Trump’s inauguration and now this. Another name off the list for 2028. Should take lessons from Pritzker in Illinois.

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Very disturbing information, particularly given the almost complete lack of political activities on UGA campus. I hope the university will provide clarity and transparity soon. What a time to be a foreign student in the U.S. 😔

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Given that “antisemitism” here means any support for Palestine or any criticism of Israel, think again before spending a lot of money to travel to the U.S. 🚨

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Given that “antisemitism” here means any support for Palestine or any criticism of Israel, think again before spending a lot of money to travel to the U.S. 🚨

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How much will he and his cronies have made in the last 48 hours?

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A friend sent me this. 😂

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Tomorrow, I'm off to St. Louis for a couple of days. What should I do, eat, see there?

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And today, on tariffs, we see 3. EVERY time a few strong countries or people stand up to Trump, he caves.

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Big Bully Politics (TM) can create 3 responses: 1. The bullied give in, the Big Bully wins and pushes harder. 2. The bullied fight back alone, and are crushed, and the Big Bully wins and pushes harder. 3. The bullied fight together and defeat the Big Bully, who loses his aura of all-powerful.

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Even if you cannot save U.S. academia, you can help U.S.-based academics. Here are four ways to help, depending on your position.

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Getting reinstated to WH events is, in itself, at best irrelevant and at worst bad for AP’s coverage — WH events are propaganda events — but fighting the decision in court, and winning, was extremely important to show that Trump is not all-powerful and rolling over is not the only way to respond.

submitted 4 days ago • 1 comment

“This world is not just uncertain; it is insane.” I am not a newsletter reader, but I just did subscribe to this one by @adamprz.bsky.social — erudite, honest, insightful.

submitted 4 days ago • 1 comment

Interesting thread on what seems like an important new book on the political fall-out of “responsible” politics (Mair). Congratulations Rubén!

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In less than one week, many Americans will no longer be able to apply for Social Security benefits over the phone, setting the stage for disruptions and upheaval. Nearly 6 million seniors live more than 46.6 miles, roundtrip, from a field office, per a new analysis. trib.al/5XSPqyL

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Cas Mudde to European journalists: '...ask whether your interviewees want to communicate through their official work email or through a private one...be aware of the potential risks your story might have for that academic – is that “provocative question” really worth the risk for your interviewee?'

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Most billionaires get rich by accident or by birth. However, they tell themselves (and each other) that it is because of their hard work and wit. Surrounded by yes men, they come to think they are geniuses… and then you get this. 🤷‍♂️

There is a battle of MAGA-normalization between NYT and WaPo “Style” sections. Although WaPo put in a decent effort, it is an unfair fight, as no one can top NYT is terms of far-right normalization.

The Great Grift Trump is planning a sell off that will be even worse than the corrupt Russian privatization of the 1990s that created the oligarchs that continue to sustain Putin’s regime.

Let the #groundhopping commence! @racingloufc.com - @washingtonspirit.com A sunny @nwslsoccer.com game in the beautiful Lynn Family Stadium.

It’s hard to see the success of Trump without the supportive role of reactionary centrism. Some of their core concepts, conspiracy theories, and fears were normalized for years in outlets like The Atlantic and NYT.

Saw them that year at the (old) Scum in Katwijk 🇳🇱. Only ca. 50 people but one of th3e best shows I have ever seen. JJ went mental.

The few foreigners Stephen Miller and his white nationalist pals actually want to come to the U.S., are no longer coming. Understandably. HT @jburnmurdoch.ft.com

It seems that there is a Zoom option for my Fedder Lecture at UMSL, entitled "The Global Far Right in Trump's World". You can register here. 👇

The fanciest, and most expensive ($20), Lahmacun I have ever had, but delicious too. Balkan Treat Box in St. Louis is very hip and popular and deservedly so.

I had four very different and very interesting conversations last Wednesday. You can now sign up for next Wednesday.

Today, at 6 PM (Central), I will give only my first in-person lecture this year. More information below. 👇

Excellent op-Ed by @jessicacalarco.bsky.social on the MAGA fantasy of the “manufactoring era”, which has erased non-whites, trade unions, and much more.

Shout out to Chi Chi’s Charred Chicken in Chattanooga, TN. Funky place, great food, nice people.

Whitmer had been largely AWOL since Trump’s inauguration and now this. Another name off the list for 2028. Should take lessons from Pritzker in Illinois.

Very disturbing information, particularly given the almost complete lack of political activities on UGA campus. I hope the university will provide clarity and transparity soon. What a time to be a foreign student in the U.S. 😔

Given that “antisemitism” here means any support for Palestine or any criticism of Israel, think again before spending a lot of money to travel to the U.S. 🚨

Given that “antisemitism” here means any support for Palestine or any criticism of Israel, think again before spending a lot of money to travel to the U.S. 🚨

How much will he and his cronies have made in the last 48 hours?

A friend sent me this. 😂

Tomorrow, I'm off to St. Louis for a couple of days. What should I do, eat, see there?

And today, on tariffs, we see 3. EVERY time a few strong countries or people stand up to Trump, he caves.

Big Bully Politics (TM) can create 3 responses: 1. The bullied give in, the Big Bully wins and pushes harder. 2. The bullied fight back alone, and are crushed, and the Big Bully wins and pushes harder. 3. The bullied fight together and defeat the Big Bully, who loses his aura of all-powerful.

Even if you cannot save U.S. academia, you can help U.S.-based academics. Here are four ways to help, depending on your position.

“This world is not just uncertain; it is insane.” I am not a newsletter reader, but I just did subscribe to this one by @adamprz.bsky.social — erudite, honest, insightful.

Interesting thread on what seems like an important new book on the political fall-out of “responsible” politics (Mair). Congratulations Rubén!

In less than one week, many Americans will no longer be able to apply for Social Security benefits over the phone, setting the stage for disruptions and upheaval. Nearly 6 million seniors live more than 46.6 miles, roundtrip, from a field office, per a new analysis. trib.al/5XSPqyL

Most billionaires get rich by accident or by birth. However, they tell themselves (and each other) that it is because of their hard work and wit. Surrounded by yes men, they come to think they are geniuses… and then you get this. 🤷‍♂️

Hi everyone who thinks it only happens to "the Other" 👋

Newest soccer jersey! 🇪🇭 #theforgottenoccupation