Mary
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She/her, or pay/me. Slowly running low on estrogen and fucks. Sorta queer I guess or else I just admire their work ethic. Healthcare professional. Sober.
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One thing you will never think after reading a great book or listening to a great album or seeing a great piece of art is, “I’m really glad this person remained cautious while they were making this and guarded against being perceived as weird.”
December 6, 2024 at 6:38 PM
One thing you will never think after reading a great book or listening to a great album or seeing a great piece of art is, “I’m really glad this person remained cautious while they were making this and guarded against being perceived as weird.”
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I think it would be a good idea
QUESTION: What are your thoughts on the US healthcare system?
December 5, 2024 at 2:18 PM
I think it would be a good idea
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Here is the standout fiction and nonfiction of the year, selected by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.
100 Notable Books of 2024
Here are the year’s notable fiction, poetry and nonfiction, chosen by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.
www.nytimes.com
November 30, 2024 at 7:28 AM
Here is the standout fiction and nonfiction of the year, selected by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.
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"How do you make ‘strong’ men? According to the right, it’s by making them cruel. “Owning the libs” isn’t just entertainment and sport, it’s important psychological training for the civil war they believe is to come."
www.skeptic.org.uk/2024/11/the-...
www.skeptic.org.uk/2024/11/the-...
The meaning crisis, and how we rescue young men from reactionary politics
In the recent US election, male voters overwhelmingly voted for Trump – because he offered them the illusion of meaning in a world where their position is uncertain
www.skeptic.org.uk
November 29, 2024 at 1:50 PM
"How do you make ‘strong’ men? According to the right, it’s by making them cruel. “Owning the libs” isn’t just entertainment and sport, it’s important psychological training for the civil war they believe is to come."
www.skeptic.org.uk/2024/11/the-...
www.skeptic.org.uk/2024/11/the-...
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There are many libraries that have non resident cards. The NYC ones seem some of the best. One list,
en.everybodywiki.com/List_of_publ...
en.everybodywiki.com/List_of_publ...
List of public libraries with non-resident borrowing privileges
en.everybodywiki.com
November 25, 2024 at 4:52 AM
There are many libraries that have non resident cards. The NYC ones seem some of the best. One list,
en.everybodywiki.com/List_of_publ...
en.everybodywiki.com/List_of_publ...
Yep this is happening in my home state
UMass/Amherst (left) and Wesleyan University are both warning their international students to be on American soil before noon on Jan 20 -- Inauguration Day.
November 24, 2024 at 9:31 PM
Yep this is happening in my home state
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Overnight I passed the 190,000 follower milestone - thank you all so much for hanging out with me here in the sky. To commemorate the event, and on the advice of the fantastic writer Malka Older, I've donated to Global Voices, which is committed to free expression. A very fine goal everywhere.
If you're looking for ways to support democracy, and empathy, remember that trustworthy, principled local journalism from all over the world is a great way to do that.
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Support Freedom of Expression for Everyone, Everywhere by donating to Global Voices.
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November 24, 2024 at 1:11 PM
Overnight I passed the 190,000 follower milestone - thank you all so much for hanging out with me here in the sky. To commemorate the event, and on the advice of the fantastic writer Malka Older, I've donated to Global Voices, which is committed to free expression. A very fine goal everywhere.
@portersqbooks.bsky.social per your request, please recommend a book :)
The conservative
Right in the US: “DEI is a liberal ploy to give special treatment to some people.”
*Mary runs this statement through the white people translator*
“I am itching to say the N word but if I do my grandchildren won’t speak to me anymore.”
Right in the US: “DEI is a liberal ploy to give special treatment to some people.”
*Mary runs this statement through the white people translator*
“I am itching to say the N word but if I do my grandchildren won’t speak to me anymore.”
November 22, 2024 at 10:32 PM
@portersqbooks.bsky.social per your request, please recommend a book :)
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It's kinda pathetic, but I found a Simpsons meme after the election and it's been one of the main things that's kept me from spiraling since. It feels very relevant again
November 21, 2024 at 1:45 AM
It's kinda pathetic, but I found a Simpsons meme after the election and it's been one of the main things that's kept me from spiraling since. It feels very relevant again
The conservative
Right in the US: “DEI is a liberal ploy to give special treatment to some people.”
*Mary runs this statement through the white people translator*
“I am itching to say the N word but if I do my grandchildren won’t speak to me anymore.”
Right in the US: “DEI is a liberal ploy to give special treatment to some people.”
*Mary runs this statement through the white people translator*
“I am itching to say the N word but if I do my grandchildren won’t speak to me anymore.”
November 21, 2024 at 12:25 PM
The conservative
Right in the US: “DEI is a liberal ploy to give special treatment to some people.”
*Mary runs this statement through the white people translator*
“I am itching to say the N word but if I do my grandchildren won’t speak to me anymore.”
Right in the US: “DEI is a liberal ploy to give special treatment to some people.”
*Mary runs this statement through the white people translator*
“I am itching to say the N word but if I do my grandchildren won’t speak to me anymore.”
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Damn right! I stand with Sarah - who else is with me? 🙌
November 20, 2024 at 3:35 AM
Damn right! I stand with Sarah - who else is with me? 🙌
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This strike is supported by viewers like me. ✊
WGA members at PBS stations @wgbh.org, Thirteen, and PBS SoCal have authorized a STRIKE if management doesn’t reach a fair contract before expiration at 11:59pm ET on Nov 21. The unit voted 100% in favor, with 83% participation. Tick tock, @pbs.org.web.brid.gy.
November 19, 2024 at 12:44 AM
This strike is supported by viewers like me. ✊
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RFK Jr. Vows To Ban Soaps That Smell So Good You Eat A Little
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theonion.com/rfk-jr-vows-...
November 18, 2024 at 4:08 PM
RFK Jr. Vows To Ban Soaps That Smell So Good You Eat A Little
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IT CAME BACK. This is a very bad, no good, terrible fascist power grab. It needs to be shut down, and the Dems who helped it move forward need their hands slapped.
Spread the word and yell at people to call their reps MONDAY MORNING.
theintercept.com/2024/11/10/t...
Spread the word and yell at people to call their reps MONDAY MORNING.
theintercept.com/2024/11/10/t...
Congress Is About to Gift Trump Sweeping Powers to Crush His Political Enemies
A bill that would let Donald Trump unilaterally revoke tax-exempt status from nonprofits is being fast-tracked through Congress.
theintercept.com
November 18, 2024 at 4:32 AM
IT CAME BACK. This is a very bad, no good, terrible fascist power grab. It needs to be shut down, and the Dems who helped it move forward need their hands slapped.
Spread the word and yell at people to call their reps MONDAY MORNING.
theintercept.com/2024/11/10/t...
Spread the word and yell at people to call their reps MONDAY MORNING.
theintercept.com/2024/11/10/t...
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Life is short. Write that novel. Paint that painting. Try new recipes. Learn black magic. Go into the forest at night. Summon a demon. Earn that demon's trust. Become best friends with it. Brag to everyone else about your new cool demon best friend. Knit that sweater.
November 15, 2024 at 11:42 PM
Life is short. Write that novel. Paint that painting. Try new recipes. Learn black magic. Go into the forest at night. Summon a demon. Earn that demon's trust. Become best friends with it. Brag to everyone else about your new cool demon best friend. Knit that sweater.
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