Tomás Arís
@littlebridgetroll.bsky.social
He/Him, grew up small town, grown up big city. Educated in theology and politics, which explains why he's really quiet in person. Checks most of the boxes for a progressive with far left sympathies.
Striving to be kind. Mostly succeeding.
Striving to be kind. Mostly succeeding.
Excellent thread here for science types. I don't have answers, but those are some great questions.
Universities reward speed, output, and compliance. Careers depend on fitting institutional priorities: strategic projects, topics, strategic alliances.
Saying “yes” advances you. Asking “why” slows you down. When survival depends on alignment, curiosity quietly becomes a risk factor. #philsci
Saying “yes” advances you. Asking “why” slows you down. When survival depends on alignment, curiosity quietly becomes a risk factor. #philsci
December 10, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Excellent thread here for science types. I don't have answers, but those are some great questions.
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In this picture, there is a nasty invasive species about to be BANNED from Illinois
December 8, 2025 at 10:03 PM
In this picture, there is a nasty invasive species about to be BANNED from Illinois
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Illinois' neoliberal nightmare:
Drastic real estate tax increases on the lowest income homeowners, still no progressive income tax. We have some of the most regressive tax rates in the country with a single income tax bracket and real estate tax bills for humble homes that regularly top $8,000
Drastic real estate tax increases on the lowest income homeowners, still no progressive income tax. We have some of the most regressive tax rates in the country with a single income tax bracket and real estate tax bills for humble homes that regularly top $8,000
Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi's office hosted an informational meeting Monday in West Garfield Park to help property owners find savings on their property tax bills, which have increased by more than 100% in some South and West side neighborhoods.
West Side residents demand relief from ballooning property taxes: 'What are we supposed to do?'
chicago.suntimes.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Illinois' neoliberal nightmare:
Drastic real estate tax increases on the lowest income homeowners, still no progressive income tax. We have some of the most regressive tax rates in the country with a single income tax bracket and real estate tax bills for humble homes that regularly top $8,000
Drastic real estate tax increases on the lowest income homeowners, still no progressive income tax. We have some of the most regressive tax rates in the country with a single income tax bracket and real estate tax bills for humble homes that regularly top $8,000
It's a good vibe. She rocks. And she rocks those barrettes.
I'm Not Ok (I Promise) - My Chemical Romance (Acoustic Version by Summer Woods)
YouTube video by Summer Woods
www.youtube.com
December 10, 2025 at 12:57 AM
It's a good vibe. She rocks. And she rocks those barrettes.
That's kinda relatable. I have yet to reach the final stage.
The Evolution of Hollow Knight Players…
YouTube video by ThunderDaxx
www.youtube.com
December 10, 2025 at 12:54 AM
That's kinda relatable. I have yet to reach the final stage.
I feel like this should have political applications. Advice for video game fighting.
Arguing with right wingers often feels like fighting a bot.
Of course, often the best approach is "let them alone." But it's interesting to study the moveset.
Arguing with right wingers often feels like fighting a bot.
Of course, often the best approach is "let them alone." But it's interesting to study the moveset.
Souls Combat Has Gotten Completely Insane
YouTube video by Babe1Babe2
www.youtube.com
December 9, 2025 at 9:42 PM
I feel like this should have political applications. Advice for video game fighting.
Arguing with right wingers often feels like fighting a bot.
Of course, often the best approach is "let them alone." But it's interesting to study the moveset.
Arguing with right wingers often feels like fighting a bot.
Of course, often the best approach is "let them alone." But it's interesting to study the moveset.
This guy sounds like he's talking sense.
Why is Everyone So Wrong About AI Water Use??
YouTube video by Hank Green
www.youtube.com
December 9, 2025 at 9:07 PM
This guy sounds like he's talking sense.
I'm just barely qualified to share this one, living in Chicago and being a theology geek. But I think it captures the vibe well.
December 9, 2025 at 8:58 PM
I'm just barely qualified to share this one, living in Chicago and being a theology geek. But I think it captures the vibe well.
I don't usually pass these along, but this gentleman is one of my best friends from school, and he could use some help. If you're willing to pitch in, it's appreciated.
I'm not known for knowing how to ask for help, so here goes.
I lost my job back in June, and have only 3 weeks ago found a new one. In the interim, I've fallen way behind, and I'm now staring down the barrel of an eviction.
If you can help, great. If not, I fully understand.
gofund.me/863eeac2c
I lost my job back in June, and have only 3 weeks ago found a new one. In the interim, I've fallen way behind, and I'm now staring down the barrel of an eviction.
If you can help, great. If not, I fully understand.
gofund.me/863eeac2c
Donate to Secure a Month's Rent, organized by Clinton Cole
I'm just trying to get a month of rent covered at least, so I can try to catch up on ever… Clinton Cole needs your support for Donate to Secure a Month's Rent
gofund.me
December 9, 2025 at 6:05 PM
I don't usually pass these along, but this gentleman is one of my best friends from school, and he could use some help. If you're willing to pitch in, it's appreciated.
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There have always been enemies to school integration, and they are making moves to bring it back. The tactics are quieter, using tools like school vouchers and selective destruction of fed law enforcement. Donald Trump is making Jim Crow great again. prospect.org/2025/11/19/t...
The Trump Administration Is Quietly Preparing to Bring Back School Segregation - The American Prospect
It starts with vouchers and the destruction of the Office for Civil Rights.
prospect.org
December 9, 2025 at 2:29 PM
There have always been enemies to school integration, and they are making moves to bring it back. The tactics are quieter, using tools like school vouchers and selective destruction of fed law enforcement. Donald Trump is making Jim Crow great again. prospect.org/2025/11/19/t...
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"America became great because we chose—however imperfectly—right over might. Our Constitution, our commitment to democratic ideals, free markets & free people: these are what make us exceptional. When you abandon these principles, you accelerate decline."
Great piece!
Free link: archive.ph/SUhzH
Great piece!
Free link: archive.ph/SUhzH
December 9, 2025 at 2:30 PM
"America became great because we chose—however imperfectly—right over might. Our Constitution, our commitment to democratic ideals, free markets & free people: these are what make us exceptional. When you abandon these principles, you accelerate decline."
Great piece!
Free link: archive.ph/SUhzH
Great piece!
Free link: archive.ph/SUhzH
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You’re reading that right. Biden presided over the 1st decrease in fentanyl deaths since 2013. I’m sure the white working class was super-duper grateful. Did anyone stop to think how ludicrous it is to say that 1 boat’s worth of anything could kill 25,000 people? www.thebulwark.com/p/donald-tru...
Donald Trump and the Power of the Little Lie
The war against Venezuela isn’t about drugs. It’s about the destruction of regular order.
www.thebulwark.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:10 PM
You’re reading that right. Biden presided over the 1st decrease in fentanyl deaths since 2013. I’m sure the white working class was super-duper grateful. Did anyone stop to think how ludicrous it is to say that 1 boat’s worth of anything could kill 25,000 people? www.thebulwark.com/p/donald-tru...
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I've loved Sigourney Weaver ever since one of my all-time favorite movies, ALIEN. Couldn't resist going all fanboy on her yesterday & asking for a photo. She told me she's now in the cast of The Mandalorian. Talk about bad timing: she's now in that galaxy far, far away, years after I checked out! 💔
December 9, 2025 at 3:19 PM
I've loved Sigourney Weaver ever since one of my all-time favorite movies, ALIEN. Couldn't resist going all fanboy on her yesterday & asking for a photo. She told me she's now in the cast of The Mandalorian. Talk about bad timing: she's now in that galaxy far, far away, years after I checked out! 💔
That's not something to be proud of.
Israeli forces in Gaza were responsible for 40 percent of journalist deaths, and jailed huge numbers also.
Israel remained leading killer of journalists in 2025: Watchdog
Israeli forces in Gaza were responsible for 40 percent of journalist deaths, and jailed huge numbers also.
bit.ly
December 9, 2025 at 2:08 PM
That's not something to be proud of.
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The Supreme Court, Presidency, Senate and two party system are all quite anti-democratic institutions as presently constructed.
Our institutions are not only incapable of preventing tyranny—they’re currently enabling it.
When democracy returns, we need to reform our political system.
Our institutions are not only incapable of preventing tyranny—they’re currently enabling it.
When democracy returns, we need to reform our political system.
December 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The Supreme Court, Presidency, Senate and two party system are all quite anti-democratic institutions as presently constructed.
Our institutions are not only incapable of preventing tyranny—they’re currently enabling it.
When democracy returns, we need to reform our political system.
Our institutions are not only incapable of preventing tyranny—they’re currently enabling it.
When democracy returns, we need to reform our political system.
Yeah. I'm taking that one personally.
Tim Walz responds ‘as a parent’ to Trump’s slur: ‘This is cruelness’
Walz has a son with multiple disabilities and Trump’s words came on the anniversary of the law that requires students with disabilities to receive a free appropriate public education
www.independent.co.uk
December 9, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Yeah. I'm taking that one personally.
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Jiggle Cat
This is a pretty good optical illusion. If you’re not on your phone, it also works if you shake your head a little. [kottke.org]
Jiggle Cat
This is a pretty good optical illusion. If you’re not on your phone, it also works if you shake your head a little. (thx, caroline)
kottke.org
December 9, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Jiggle Cat
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ok it’s legitimately funny that they can’t even throw red meat to Catholics without falling into heresy
December 8, 2025 at 6:19 PM
ok it’s legitimately funny that they can’t even throw red meat to Catholics without falling into heresy
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It's not often the CEO of a power company makes news in the first hour of a PSC hearing, but that happened today. Tony Campbell of East Kentucky Power Cooperative says it is seeking $90 million from the U.S. Department of Energy for its coal plants.
www.weku.org/the-commonwe...
www.weku.org/the-commonwe...
East Kentucky Power seeks Trump funds for coal plants
President and CEO Tony Campbell told the Kentucky Public Service Commission Monday that the cooperative applied for a $90 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.
www.weku.org
December 9, 2025 at 12:12 AM
It's not often the CEO of a power company makes news in the first hour of a PSC hearing, but that happened today. Tony Campbell of East Kentucky Power Cooperative says it is seeking $90 million from the U.S. Department of Energy for its coal plants.
www.weku.org/the-commonwe...
www.weku.org/the-commonwe...
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Just so everybody is clear: Donald Trump increased consumption taxes and then sent that money to buy continued political support from farmers, but specifically the large conglomerates.
Trump on his farm bailout: "This money would not be possible without tariffs ... because of tariffs, this is possible."
December 8, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Just so everybody is clear: Donald Trump increased consumption taxes and then sent that money to buy continued political support from farmers, but specifically the large conglomerates.
Well, the gloves and masks are coming off now that they've got a president who really doesn't care.
Jerusalem Authorities Raid UNRWA Compound and Raise Israeli Flag
www.nytimes.com
December 8, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Well, the gloves and masks are coming off now that they've got a president who really doesn't care.
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YOU: “Dave, stop reading Olivia Nuzzi’s book. Look around at all the other things you could be reading.”
ME: <checks timeline, sees this hot nonsense.> “Nopenopenope.”
ME: <checks timeline, sees this hot nonsense.> “Nopenopenope.”
I was so hoping that at least I wouldn't have to hear anything about this asshole and his asshole wife for the next four years.
www.axios.com/2025/12/08/j...
www.axios.com/2025/12/08/j...
Jared Kushner is part of Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount is telling WBD shareholders that it has a smoother path to regulatory approval than does Netflix.
www.axios.com
December 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
YOU: “Dave, stop reading Olivia Nuzzi’s book. Look around at all the other things you could be reading.”
ME: <checks timeline, sees this hot nonsense.> “Nopenopenope.”
ME: <checks timeline, sees this hot nonsense.> “Nopenopenope.”
This some deadly serious theo-political commentary.
December 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This some deadly serious theo-political commentary.
I love where he observes "and whatever happens, it's likely not going to affect the outer rim."
In Defense of the Jedi Order (for once)
YouTube video by Generation Tech
www.youtube.com
December 8, 2025 at 5:26 PM
I love where he observes "and whatever happens, it's likely not going to affect the outer rim."