J.Stan
@j-dot-stan.bsky.social
NYC public hs social worker. Occasional adjunct. Self-defense & Goju-Ryu instructor. Loves dogs & cats & snark. Rabbit holes: preventing suicide, memory, curiosity, connection, anger.
"Insanity is relative. Who sets the norm?" -Bukowski
"Insanity is relative. Who sets the norm?" -Bukowski
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Extraordinary courage from Ahmed al Ahmed, a Muslim, 43-year-old father of two, who bravely risked his life to save his neighbors celebrating Hanukkah.
Praying for his full & speedy recovery.
And so deeply inspired by his example.
Praying for his full & speedy recovery.
And so deeply inspired by his example.
December 14, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Extraordinary courage from Ahmed al Ahmed, a Muslim, 43-year-old father of two, who bravely risked his life to save his neighbors celebrating Hanukkah.
Praying for his full & speedy recovery.
And so deeply inspired by his example.
Praying for his full & speedy recovery.
And so deeply inspired by his example.
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If your government sends a $40B "gift" to another country while refusing to feed its own children, you need another government. There's nothing wrong with foreign aid (in most cases); but there is something wrong with letting kids and veterans go hungry while sending it.
November 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
If your government sends a $40B "gift" to another country while refusing to feed its own children, you need another government. There's nothing wrong with foreign aid (in most cases); but there is something wrong with letting kids and veterans go hungry while sending it.
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Judge Mark Wolf resigns from the District Court of Massachusetts and writes why in a powerful piece in the Atlantic.
One thing he doesn’t mention in his list of reasons but I’m sure is a factor:
Erez Reuveni was one of his law clerks.
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
One thing he doesn’t mention in his list of reasons but I’m sure is a factor:
Erez Reuveni was one of his law clerks.
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
Why I Am Resigning
A federal judge explains his reasoning for leaving the bench.
www.theatlantic.com
November 9, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Judge Mark Wolf resigns from the District Court of Massachusetts and writes why in a powerful piece in the Atlantic.
One thing he doesn’t mention in his list of reasons but I’m sure is a factor:
Erez Reuveni was one of his law clerks.
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
One thing he doesn’t mention in his list of reasons but I’m sure is a factor:
Erez Reuveni was one of his law clerks.
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/1...
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We need you to help spread this word. Cases are from Aug through Nov 2025 and 10 states are involved thus far.
Special shoutout to our friends and colleagues at CDC and FDA who got this out quickly all while not being paid
www.cdc.gov/botulism/out...
Special shoutout to our friends and colleagues at CDC and FDA who got this out quickly all while not being paid
www.cdc.gov/botulism/out...
Infant Botulism Outbreak Linked to Infant Formula, November 2025
Details on an outbreak of infant botulism linked to infant formula, November 2025.
www.cdc.gov
November 9, 2025 at 5:11 PM
We need you to help spread this word. Cases are from Aug through Nov 2025 and 10 states are involved thus far.
Special shoutout to our friends and colleagues at CDC and FDA who got this out quickly all while not being paid
www.cdc.gov/botulism/out...
Special shoutout to our friends and colleagues at CDC and FDA who got this out quickly all while not being paid
www.cdc.gov/botulism/out...
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Chicago still stands up against all this horror.
November 9, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Chicago still stands up against all this horror.
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I’ve come to believe that we need to gather considerable forces and a campaign to demand the removal of face masks by ICE, Border Patrol, FBI and police.
It is a practice in conflict with the principles of transparency & accountability that are central to the concept of democracy.
It is a practice in conflict with the principles of transparency & accountability that are central to the concept of democracy.
Video on social media shows an immigration agent pulling a gun in Little Village and holding it to the side — which is not an appropriate or safe way to hold a gun. (Among other issues.)
November 9, 2025 at 3:41 AM
I’ve come to believe that we need to gather considerable forces and a campaign to demand the removal of face masks by ICE, Border Patrol, FBI and police.
It is a practice in conflict with the principles of transparency & accountability that are central to the concept of democracy.
It is a practice in conflict with the principles of transparency & accountability that are central to the concept of democracy.
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Not that a teen beauty magazine will save us, but it's extra disappointing given the work Teen Vogue did to fight Trump during his first round in office.
The capitulation from institutions across the board continues to make me livid.
The capitulation from institutions across the board continues to make me livid.
No more Black or trans staffers. No politics of any kind. The cowardice of mainstream media isn't just insulting, it's *boring.* Now TV is just like any other beauty rag. Why not just kill it quickly? Why the slow-motion pretense?
thank you for all the support; the statement from our union is now live here with some more reporting.
now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
November 4, 2025 at 6:44 AM
Not that a teen beauty magazine will save us, but it's extra disappointing given the work Teen Vogue did to fight Trump during his first round in office.
The capitulation from institutions across the board continues to make me livid.
The capitulation from institutions across the board continues to make me livid.
"Lay down your weapons...the kingdom of G-d is near...all weapons will be put into fire and recast into implements for peace...you can let go of those weapons and come to the table...you can look at us and see people -"
THIS.
THIS.
Gorgeous. Compelling. Inviting.
Let’s talk about it!
November 4, 2025 at 11:10 AM
"Lay down your weapons...the kingdom of G-d is near...all weapons will be put into fire and recast into implements for peace...you can let go of those weapons and come to the table...you can look at us and see people -"
THIS.
THIS.
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"Japan's "Bad News Bears" Lead to the Enactment of an Emergency Law Allowing Rifle Use in Urban Areas -
A record number of bear encounters has forced Japan to rewrite its wildlife control rules & raise tough questions about safety, liability, and coexistence
realgaijin.substack.com/p/japans-bad...
A record number of bear encounters has forced Japan to rewrite its wildlife control rules & raise tough questions about safety, liability, and coexistence
realgaijin.substack.com/p/japans-bad...
Japan's "Bad News Bears" Lead to the Enactment of an Emergency Law Allowing Rifle Use in Urban Areas
A record number of bear encounters has forced Japan to rewrite its wildlife control rules and raise tough questions about safety, liability, and coexistence.
realgaijin.substack.com
September 12, 2025 at 1:50 PM
"Japan's "Bad News Bears" Lead to the Enactment of an Emergency Law Allowing Rifle Use in Urban Areas -
A record number of bear encounters has forced Japan to rewrite its wildlife control rules & raise tough questions about safety, liability, and coexistence
realgaijin.substack.com/p/japans-bad...
A record number of bear encounters has forced Japan to rewrite its wildlife control rules & raise tough questions about safety, liability, and coexistence
realgaijin.substack.com/p/japans-bad...
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Lawyers scrutinize federal law enforcement numbers on second day of Oregon National Guard trial oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/10/30/l...
Lawyers scrutinize federal law enforcement numbers on second day of Oregon National Guard trial • Oregon Capital Chronicle
On the second day of Oregon’s and the city of Portland’s trial against the federal government, lawyers from both sides took a line of questioning that went to the heart of staffing issues at the Feder...
oregoncapitalchronicle.com
October 31, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Lawyers scrutinize federal law enforcement numbers on second day of Oregon National Guard trial oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/10/30/l...
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Lots of US companies have done lots of dreadful things to Americans. But the symbolism of paying to destroy the White House is hard to top.
This is who is paying for the destruction of the White House East Wing, per @wsj.com
Altria Group Inc.
Amazon
Apple Inc.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp.
Caterpillar Inc.
Coinbase Global
Comcast Corp.
Hard Rock International
Google
HP Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Meta Platforms Inc.
1/3
Altria Group Inc.
Amazon
Apple Inc.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp.
Caterpillar Inc.
Coinbase Global
Comcast Corp.
Hard Rock International
HP Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Meta Platforms Inc.
1/3
October 22, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Lots of US companies have done lots of dreadful things to Americans. But the symbolism of paying to destroy the White House is hard to top.
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This is who is paying for the destruction of the White House East Wing, per @wsj.com
Altria Group Inc.
Amazon
Apple Inc.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp.
Caterpillar Inc.
Coinbase Global
Comcast Corp.
Hard Rock International
Google
HP Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Meta Platforms Inc.
1/3
Altria Group Inc.
Amazon
Apple Inc.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp.
Caterpillar Inc.
Coinbase Global
Comcast Corp.
Hard Rock International
HP Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Meta Platforms Inc.
1/3
October 21, 2025 at 12:28 AM
This is who is paying for the destruction of the White House East Wing, per @wsj.com
Altria Group Inc.
Amazon
Apple Inc.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp.
Caterpillar Inc.
Coinbase Global
Comcast Corp.
Hard Rock International
Google
HP Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Meta Platforms Inc.
1/3
Altria Group Inc.
Amazon
Apple Inc.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp.
Caterpillar Inc.
Coinbase Global
Comcast Corp.
Hard Rock International
HP Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Meta Platforms Inc.
1/3
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October 11, 2025 at 10:24 AM
I know there is a lot going on in the news, and nothing should surprise me anymore...
but I *am* surprised this isn't a bigger story: "Arab states expanded cooperation with Israeli military during Gaza war, files show"
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
but I *am* surprised this isn't a bigger story: "Arab states expanded cooperation with Israeli military during Gaza war, files show"
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
Arab states expanded cooperation with Israeli military during Gaza war, files show
Documents from U.S. Central Command show meetings over the past three years between Israeli and Arab military officials to coordinate on regional threats.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM
I know there is a lot going on in the news, and nothing should surprise me anymore...
but I *am* surprised this isn't a bigger story: "Arab states expanded cooperation with Israeli military during Gaza war, files show"
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
but I *am* surprised this isn't a bigger story: "Arab states expanded cooperation with Israeli military during Gaza war, files show"
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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If you need to tell 300 generals
in a room that you’re in charge, you’re not.
in a room that you’re in charge, you’re not.
September 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
If you need to tell 300 generals
in a room that you’re in charge, you’re not.
in a room that you’re in charge, you’re not.
I don't live there now, but Portland, Oregon was the closest city to the tiny town I grew up in. It has always been full of this sort of terrifying lawlessness. Total anarchy, people. It is only gonna get worse.
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How terrifying is the protest in Portland? So much that it was the site of a wedding last night. 💜 congratulations to the happy couple! They had a heck of a dance party!
www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...
www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...
Unicorn bride marries Kenny from South Park at Portland ICE protest
The couple in costumes said they wanted to bring joy to the protests and show that demonstrators are "fun loving people."
www.oregonlive.com
October 11, 2025 at 3:34 PM
I don't live there now, but Portland, Oregon was the closest city to the tiny town I grew up in. It has always been full of this sort of terrifying lawlessness. Total anarchy, people. It is only gonna get worse.
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I can’t believe I have to say this, but historically, masked men who kidnap families in the middle of the night are usually not the good guys.
October 8, 2025 at 4:49 PM
I can’t believe I have to say this, but historically, masked men who kidnap families in the middle of the night are usually not the good guys.
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all discourse aside, there is one machine with consciousness. it's printers. they are alive and conscious and they hate you and they'd take your arm clean off if you let them. never trust a printer.
October 6, 2025 at 7:36 PM
all discourse aside, there is one machine with consciousness. it's printers. they are alive and conscious and they hate you and they'd take your arm clean off if you let them. never trust a printer.
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This happened in a Chicago suburb.
October 7, 2025 at 9:51 PM
This happened in a Chicago suburb.
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Can’t decide which is the wilder use of “BREAKING” by a government official:
1. “BREAKING: I’m launching undercover operations” — Texas Attorney General
Or
2. “BREAKING: MSNBC still an ass clown factory” — FBI Director
1. “BREAKING: I’m launching undercover operations” — Texas Attorney General
Or
2. “BREAKING: MSNBC still an ass clown factory” — FBI Director
October 7, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Can’t decide which is the wilder use of “BREAKING” by a government official:
1. “BREAKING: I’m launching undercover operations” — Texas Attorney General
Or
2. “BREAKING: MSNBC still an ass clown factory” — FBI Director
1. “BREAKING: I’m launching undercover operations” — Texas Attorney General
Or
2. “BREAKING: MSNBC still an ass clown factory” — FBI Director
Leilani Payne, hero.
This is some hardcore patriotism right here.
This is some hardcore patriotism right here.
19-year-old Leilani Payne who got sprayed directly in the eyes by federal police yesterday is back out at the Ice facility tonight.
October 5, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Leilani Payne, hero.
This is some hardcore patriotism right here.
This is some hardcore patriotism right here.
so, um. this looks super bad.
I always pay attention to what stories People Magazine and other consumer media outlets cover. That's how you can tell that something has broken through the usual political and news bubbles. This horrific Chicago story has broken through. people.com/ice-agents-o...
ICE Agents Rappel from Helicopter in Overnight Chicago Raid, Dragging Kids from Beds to U-Hauls
Overnight on Tuesday, Sept. 30, federal agents from different agencies raided an apartment building on the South Side of Chicago, pulling men, women and children — some of them allegedly naked — from ...
people.com
October 3, 2025 at 10:29 AM
so, um. this looks super bad.
...was sent to U of Arizona, Brown, Dartmouth, MIT, U of Pennsylvania, USC, U of Texas, Vanderbilt, & U of Virginia. "...universities would also be required to ...prohibit anything that would “punish, belittle and even spark violence against conservative ideas.”'
Huh. How 'bout that.
Huh. How 'bout that.
Incredible that they put this in writing
October 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
...was sent to U of Arizona, Brown, Dartmouth, MIT, U of Pennsylvania, USC, U of Texas, Vanderbilt, & U of Virginia. "...universities would also be required to ...prohibit anything that would “punish, belittle and even spark violence against conservative ideas.”'
Huh. How 'bout that.
Huh. How 'bout that.