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liberals are committed to human rights...
but their commitment to capitalism is a bigger priority.
this is why, time and time again, liberalism gives power to the far right.
only a broad-based socialist movement can get us off this flywheel.
@jasonhickel.bsky.social on Better Future podcast:
but their commitment to capitalism is a bigger priority.
this is why, time and time again, liberalism gives power to the far right.
only a broad-based socialist movement can get us off this flywheel.
@jasonhickel.bsky.social on Better Future podcast:
August 12, 2025 at 9:15 PM
liberals are committed to human rights...
but their commitment to capitalism is a bigger priority.
this is why, time and time again, liberalism gives power to the far right.
only a broad-based socialist movement can get us off this flywheel.
@jasonhickel.bsky.social on Better Future podcast:
but their commitment to capitalism is a bigger priority.
this is why, time and time again, liberalism gives power to the far right.
only a broad-based socialist movement can get us off this flywheel.
@jasonhickel.bsky.social on Better Future podcast:
I remember a post from last year-ish from a waiter describing how people used ChatGPT to order for them at the restaurant. At the time it seemed ludicrous. But as time passes it seems more and more likely that most people will just outsource all their thinking to machines.
December 15, 2025 at 11:02 PM
I remember a post from last year-ish from a waiter describing how people used ChatGPT to order for them at the restaurant. At the time it seemed ludicrous. But as time passes it seems more and more likely that most people will just outsource all their thinking to machines.
The only review I need to read.
People keep asking if the gay hockey show is good or bad but it is simply too horny for either of those words to apply
December 9, 2025 at 4:08 AM
The only review I need to read.
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Almost like the answer is to help people, not punish them. Funny how that is, eh mayor Wilson? Eh?
An Oregon pilot program giving cash to homeless youths sees a staggering reduction in homelessness. The program gave participants $1,000 cash payments each month for two years, and at the end of the project's first phase, 91% of participants reported being in stable housing.
Oregon pilot program giving cash to homeless youths sees staggering reduction in homelessness
The state program gave participants $1,000 cash payments each month for two years. At the end of the project's first phase, 91% of participants reported being in stable housing.
www.streetroots.org
November 21, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Almost like the answer is to help people, not punish them. Funny how that is, eh mayor Wilson? Eh?
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the ruling class is destroying everything around us at an incredible pace but their puppets have time to do performative gestures like “condemn socialism” to make the billionaire donors feel less nervous about the results of the NYC mayoral election.
Not two weeks after a democratic socialist is elected mayor of New York City, 86 Democratic House members vote to 'condemn socialism.'
November 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
the ruling class is destroying everything around us at an incredible pace but their puppets have time to do performative gestures like “condemn socialism” to make the billionaire donors feel less nervous about the results of the NYC mayoral election.
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Happy Tag a TERF Day to all those observing
Tag a TERF Day - Portland TERF Rally Ends Early After Contact With Reality
Two years ago today, Portland shut down a TERF hate event in under 30 minutes. Over 100 neighbors showed up, sent the bigots packing, and proved that community care beats conspiratorial pseudofeminism...
www.wewillfreeus.org
November 20, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Happy Tag a TERF Day to all those observing
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They literally laughed about not picking up phones to stop a genocide and y’all thought they would stop your own?
Progressive groups are calling for Chuck Schumer's ouster after centrist Dems' shutdown cave. Dem senators' phone lines are "exploding" with the same demands. So far, Senate Dems don't have a ton to say.
New at @zeteo.com w/ @swin24.bsky.social @premthakker.bsky.social zeteo.com/p/senate-dem...
New at @zeteo.com w/ @swin24.bsky.social @premthakker.bsky.social zeteo.com/p/senate-dem...
Furious Liberals Call for Schumer to Step Aside, Senate Dems Mostly Quiet
After their shutdown surrender, liberal lawmakers are begging their base to unite behind them anyway – as Trumpland celebrates that their opposition is a bunch of 'p*ssies.'
zeteo.com
November 11, 2025 at 1:48 AM
They literally laughed about not picking up phones to stop a genocide and y’all thought they would stop your own?
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if you enjoy my comics i would enjoy your support at www.patreon.com/join/drewtoo...
November 7, 2025 at 11:13 PM
if you enjoy my comics i would enjoy your support at www.patreon.com/join/drewtoo...
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Watch to the end
New York millionaires: threatening to flee the city since 2009
November 7, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Watch to the end
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November 4, 2025 at 8:31 PM
"The modern smartphone, laden with the corporate ecosystem pulsing underneath its screen, robs us of this feeling, conspires to keep us from “true” fullness. The swiping, the news cycles, the screaming, the idiocy — if anything destroys a muse, it’s this."
Aiming for Fullness. “This is why I always say: Aim for fullness if you want happiness.” [kottke.org]
Aiming for Fullness
After completing another long solo walk, Craig Mod wrote about fullness:
This is why I always say: Aim for fullness if you want happiness. If the creator itself came down from the sky at the end of a big walking and pho
kottke.org
November 7, 2025 at 5:36 AM
"The modern smartphone, laden with the corporate ecosystem pulsing underneath its screen, robs us of this feeling, conspires to keep us from “true” fullness. The swiping, the news cycles, the screaming, the idiocy — if anything destroys a muse, it’s this."
A friend just told me I am her most evil friend.
October 30, 2025 at 4:41 PM
A friend just told me I am her most evil friend.
Had the opportunity to review ‘Shucked’ and it was well worth staying up past midnight to turn in the assignment the next morning.
Behind the corn, there's more corn! And then there's catchy songs and an abundance of jokes. @ihavequalities.bsky.social reviews the touring Broadway show 'Shucked'
Theater Review: That Tony-Nominated "Musical About Corn"—Shucked Is a Total Romp
TJ Acena
www.portlandmercury.com
October 29, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Had the opportunity to review ‘Shucked’ and it was well worth staying up past midnight to turn in the assignment the next morning.
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Unfortunately it’s illegal for poor people to have fun.
I don't know what's worse, the fact that I'm surprised by this headline or the fact that I probably shouldn't be:
October 29, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Unfortunately it’s illegal for poor people to have fun.
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Guy who has been banned from every leftist party: "You're all doing it wrong"
October 24, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Guy who has been banned from every leftist party: "You're all doing it wrong"
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@cascadiaresistance.bsky.social its time to push them back. These fucking terrorists do not belong on our land. Theyre the bad guys
New Yorkers are blocking Ice from kidnapping people. This is solidarity ✊✊🏽✊🏻✊🏿✊🏾
October 24, 2025 at 10:07 AM
@cascadiaresistance.bsky.social its time to push them back. These fucking terrorists do not belong on our land. Theyre the bad guys
This really captures my experience holding babies.
October 24, 2025 at 2:56 PM
This really captures my experience holding babies.
It's theatre season and I'm back on my review bullshit.
If the idea of watching a revamped 17th century English drama sounds dry, think again. Profile Theatre’s production of Witch summons its audience into the dark tale of a cunning figure (the Devil!) and the power he exerts over others by promising a better life. (Sound familiar?)
Profile Theatre's 'Witch' Has Perfect Spooky Season Meets Fall of America Vibes
TJ Acena
post.portlandmercury.com
October 21, 2025 at 8:13 PM
It's theatre season and I'm back on my review bullshit.
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This Day in Labor History: October 19, 1980. The Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers Union (ACTWU) forced the textile company J.P. Stevens to sign a contract for the first time in North Carolina and Alabama. Let's talk this epic campaign, made famous by the film Norma Rae!
October 19, 2025 at 12:58 PM
This Day in Labor History: October 19, 1980. The Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers Union (ACTWU) forced the textile company J.P. Stevens to sign a contract for the first time in North Carolina and Alabama. Let's talk this epic campaign, made famous by the film Norma Rae!
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President Trump's $20 billion bailout of Argentina is meant to bolster his right-wing ally President Javier Milei ahead of legislative elections this month. But the move could "backfire," says journalist Pablo Calvi.
Why Is Trump Bailing Out Argentina’s President Javier Milei?
We speak to Argentine journalist Pablo Calvi about the U.S. government’s multibillion-dollar bailout for Argentina, which could grow from $20 billion to $40 billion as Argentina is rocked by an ongoin...
www.democracynow.org
October 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
President Trump's $20 billion bailout of Argentina is meant to bolster his right-wing ally President Javier Milei ahead of legislative elections this month. But the move could "backfire," says journalist Pablo Calvi.
My new motto is: Cutie pies only
October 17, 2025 at 3:47 AM
My new motto is: Cutie pies only
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🛢️ Zenith Energy update 🧵 🛢️
Last week, Oregon DEQ approved Zenith's air permit. DEQ officials argued publicly that the permit represents an improvement in air quality because of supposed concessions.
Instead, adding risk to an already highly risky situation is a betrayal of the public interest.
Last week, Oregon DEQ approved Zenith's air permit. DEQ officials argued publicly that the permit represents an improvement in air quality because of supposed concessions.
Instead, adding risk to an already highly risky situation is a betrayal of the public interest.
October 15, 2025 at 4:50 PM
🛢️ Zenith Energy update 🧵 🛢️
Last week, Oregon DEQ approved Zenith's air permit. DEQ officials argued publicly that the permit represents an improvement in air quality because of supposed concessions.
Instead, adding risk to an already highly risky situation is a betrayal of the public interest.
Last week, Oregon DEQ approved Zenith's air permit. DEQ officials argued publicly that the permit represents an improvement in air quality because of supposed concessions.
Instead, adding risk to an already highly risky situation is a betrayal of the public interest.