miranda
@realfutureghost.bsky.social
backpacker, certified movie buff, native plant fan, pollster. born in the great black swamp, living in portland
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NEW: Data released by ICE shows that virtually the entire growth of detention in the last few months has been among people with no criminal record at all - no prior convictions (no matter how minor) and no pending criminal charges.
January 9, 2026 at 12:55 AM
NEW: Data released by ICE shows that virtually the entire growth of detention in the last few months has been among people with no criminal record at all - no prior convictions (no matter how minor) and no pending criminal charges.
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a most delectable mess
January 6, 2026 at 3:47 PM
a most delectable mess
Independents
Those Who Agree - "Bipartisan agreement usually signals that a policy is reasonable and well-thought-out"
⚪️ All: 49%
🔵 Democrats: 58%
🔴 Republicans: 51%
⚪️ Independents: 40%
🔵 Harris Voters: 62%
🔴 Trump Voters: 53%
YouGov / Dec 29, 2025
⚪️ All: 49%
🔵 Democrats: 58%
🔴 Republicans: 51%
⚪️ Independents: 40%
🔵 Harris Voters: 62%
🔴 Trump Voters: 53%
YouGov / Dec 29, 2025
December 31, 2025 at 2:22 AM
Independents
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I love BUR! Is it easy to arrive at? No. Is it pleasant to be in? No. Is it a beautiful building? Think again. Does it have good food? Listen, it’s not LAX.
December 28, 2025 at 5:53 AM
I love BUR! Is it easy to arrive at? No. Is it pleasant to be in? No. Is it a beautiful building? Think again. Does it have good food? Listen, it’s not LAX.
you can tell things are crazy when I start writing reminders on my hand
December 17, 2025 at 10:39 PM
you can tell things are crazy when I start writing reminders on my hand
today I learned that in addition to being kind of fun, revolving doors really do keep a place warmer.
December 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM
today I learned that in addition to being kind of fun, revolving doors really do keep a place warmer.
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Scientists now believe that the human brain--a magic goo for worrying--can also be used to do other things
December 8, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Scientists now believe that the human brain--a magic goo for worrying--can also be used to do other things
new hour of music for you open.spotify.com/playlist/2ms...
this is it 25 // DJ PIEROGI
open.spotify.com
November 23, 2025 at 6:27 PM
new hour of music for you open.spotify.com/playlist/2ms...
heard some very loud noise tonight
November 17, 2025 at 6:56 AM
heard some very loud noise tonight
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Current* conditions near Two Rivers, WI:
November 15, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Current* conditions near Two Rivers, WI:
decided to relax today and listen to podcasts on 1x
November 13, 2025 at 1:54 AM
decided to relax today and listen to podcasts on 1x
enjoying a lovely fall day in the catio
November 9, 2025 at 12:14 AM
enjoying a lovely fall day in the catio
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I think that Portland’s parks are one of our city’s greatest resources. Thank you, Portland, for keeping them funded.
Five-Year Parks Levy Appears Poised for Victory
In a signal that Portland voters still have some appetite for tax increases to fund core city services, the Parks Levy appears to be well on its way to passage.
www.wweek.com
November 5, 2025 at 5:41 AM
I think that Portland’s parks are one of our city’s greatest resources. Thank you, Portland, for keeping them funded.
it’s a wife’s solemn duty to be aloof
November 4, 2025 at 2:38 AM
it’s a wife’s solemn duty to be aloof
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i love winding the clocks back an hour. you get an extra hour of sleep and the only downside is several months of horrible despair.
November 3, 2025 at 12:01 AM
i love winding the clocks back an hour. you get an extra hour of sleep and the only downside is several months of horrible despair.
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how am i supposed to explain to my child that they want to upscale the grape stomp lady
October 29, 2025 at 11:16 PM
how am i supposed to explain to my child that they want to upscale the grape stomp lady
how is it both only tuesday and almost november
October 28, 2025 at 9:37 PM
how is it both only tuesday and almost november
bar tonight had the great works on display
October 18, 2025 at 2:46 AM
bar tonight had the great works on display
please enjoy an hour of music, plenty of shoegaze for fall open.spotify.com/playlist/1Do...
this is it 24 // DJ PIEROGI
open.spotify.com
October 16, 2025 at 3:27 PM
please enjoy an hour of music, plenty of shoegaze for fall open.spotify.com/playlist/1Do...
"Focus groups: where political egos go to die.” www.qrcaviews.org/2025/09/16/q...
Qualitative Research for Political Campaigns in an Era of Hyper-Partisanship - QRCA
Qualitative research in U.S. politics faces unique challenges in an era of hyper-partisanship. Experts Dave Metz and Lori Weigel explore how polarization impacts voter engagement, recruitment, and hon...
www.qrcaviews.org
October 9, 2025 at 4:55 PM
"Focus groups: where political egos go to die.” www.qrcaviews.org/2025/09/16/q...
Portlanders will vote to Keep Parks Clean, Safe, and Open for Everyone on Nov. 4! www.portlandersforparks.org
Portlanders for Parks | Yes on Measure 26-260 | Portland, Oregon
Learn about the Portland parks levy and how voting YES on Measure 26-260 will make our parks a great place for all of us.
www.portlandersforparks.org
October 8, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Portlanders will vote to Keep Parks Clean, Safe, and Open for Everyone on Nov. 4! www.portlandersforparks.org