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MN•ID•MO SLU Biology ‘28 💙🤍 Deus Pascit Corvos
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I hate anti-intellectualism.

Galadriel: Why did you come hence through the mines of Moria, instead of by safer path? Gimli: Well, we tried the pass of Caradhras Merry: But the mountain was really angry at us Pippin: That was after we tried going south Aragorn: But that way was watched Pippin: By birds Merry: WEIRD birds

Please pray for the Holy Father #PopeFrancis. As a young gay Catholic, this man has loved and accepted those like me, reaffirming our dignity in an institution that too often pushes us away. He has been an outspoken advocate for the poor, vulnerable, and marginalized. Todos todos todos!

This AM I have re-posted stories from WaPo, the NYT and NPR. The NYT story has multiple bylines and is a thorough factual debunking of an official government communication. You can argue about headlines and stay mad about past errors or you can realize institutional journalists are doing the work.

Oh yes, Homer’s famous “Tes Thdpssssps.” 👍🏻

TARIFFS ARE TAXES ON DOMESTIC CONSUMERS.

It was a privilege to serve under her leadership.

Gift article “One reason many federal employees are thinking of leaving government — often after decades of serving our country, under Republican and Democratic presidents — is that we’re afraid.” Stacey Young is a lawyer in the civil rights division of the DOJ www.nytimes.com/2025/01/12/o...

Gonna go stargazing for #NewYears tn because of the new moon! 🌚

Skol Vikings!

One of my #NewYearsResolutions is to start listening to radio and podcasts again. After the election, I cut it all out, cold turkey. I noticed, tho, the negative effect on my psyche. I loved my shows - science, news, and especially comedy. Now I’ve processed it enough to be engaged, so I’m back!