Simon (He/they)
@simonstays.bsky.social
Hi, neurodivergent queer artist, 21+, finally made one of these after being off Twitter for over a year. Figured I should probably be aware of what’s happening in the world.
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This isn't just a casual observation. Fascism scholars have long made this point. It's why calling them "weird" was a more effective strategy than talking about the prices of eggs. Fascism is an aesthetic political movement - you need to make people feel embarassed and horrified by it.
one of the most effective weapons we have against fascism is mockery, especially when its really funny
It occurs to me all the yelling at ICE in MPLS isn't merely funny. Getting made fun of like this is awful for morale. ICE is losing field officers faster than it can wave them through training, and a big part of it is how little of this these little weasels can take.
January 12, 2026 at 5:54 PM
This isn't just a casual observation. Fascism scholars have long made this point. It's why calling them "weird" was a more effective strategy than talking about the prices of eggs. Fascism is an aesthetic political movement - you need to make people feel embarassed and horrified by it.
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ERIC ADAMS RUG PULL EVERYBODY GET IN HERE
Eric Adams, former NYC mayor, launched a memecoin (cryptocurrency) today. He marketed it as an “NYC Token” and used media appearances and his social media to promote it.
Within hours, Adams then drained its liquidity, apparently having scammed investors out of $3.4 million—a move called a rug pull.
Within hours, Adams then drained its liquidity, apparently having scammed investors out of $3.4 million—a move called a rug pull.
January 13, 2026 at 3:23 AM
ERIC ADAMS RUG PULL EVERYBODY GET IN HERE
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People heard that the DEICER app was removed from the app stores a few months ago.
It was removed, but it’s not gone!
You can't get it in app stores, but you can download a web app that works on both platforms here. deicer.org
It seems important, with the recent escalation, to share information!
It was removed, but it’s not gone!
You can't get it in app stores, but you can download a web app that works on both platforms here. deicer.org
It seems important, with the recent escalation, to share information!
DEICER : DEI Community Engagement Reporter
A web application to help immigrant communities report ICE locations and access resources
deicer.org
January 12, 2026 at 8:44 PM
People heard that the DEICER app was removed from the app stores a few months ago.
It was removed, but it’s not gone!
You can't get it in app stores, but you can download a web app that works on both platforms here. deicer.org
It seems important, with the recent escalation, to share information!
It was removed, but it’s not gone!
You can't get it in app stores, but you can download a web app that works on both platforms here. deicer.org
It seems important, with the recent escalation, to share information!
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Democrats need to realize ICE isn’t just—or even primarily—a mass deportation force.
ICE is also Trump’s most loyal internal security force which will be used to attack regime opponents and try to steal the election. They should defund his authoritarian capabilities.
ICE is also Trump’s most loyal internal security force which will be used to attack regime opponents and try to steal the election. They should defund his authoritarian capabilities.
January 12, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Democrats need to realize ICE isn’t just—or even primarily—a mass deportation force.
ICE is also Trump’s most loyal internal security force which will be used to attack regime opponents and try to steal the election. They should defund his authoritarian capabilities.
ICE is also Trump’s most loyal internal security force which will be used to attack regime opponents and try to steal the election. They should defund his authoritarian capabilities.
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This poll shows that 74% of Democrats support abolishing ICE, with 53% *strongly* supporting getting rid of the agency.
Any elected Democrat who wants ICE to exist is outside the mainstream of their party and the people they purport to represent.
Any elected Democrat who wants ICE to exist is outside the mainstream of their party and the people they purport to represent.
YouGov poll - In the future, would you support or oppose...
Eliminating ICE as a federal agency?
Support 42%
Oppose 45%
Reducing ICE’s size and funding
Support 48%
Oppose 37%
d3nkl3psvxxpe9.cloudfront.net/documents/IC...
Eliminating ICE as a federal agency?
Support 42%
Oppose 45%
Reducing ICE’s size and funding
Support 48%
Oppose 37%
d3nkl3psvxxpe9.cloudfront.net/documents/IC...
January 13, 2026 at 1:59 AM
This poll shows that 74% of Democrats support abolishing ICE, with 53% *strongly* supporting getting rid of the agency.
Any elected Democrat who wants ICE to exist is outside the mainstream of their party and the people they purport to represent.
Any elected Democrat who wants ICE to exist is outside the mainstream of their party and the people they purport to represent.
I fucking called it.
January 13, 2026 at 3:25 AM
I fucking called it.
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Every single fucking time, I swear.
January 13, 2026 at 3:18 AM
Every single fucking time, I swear.
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Hegseth: "There haven't been many boats sunk recently because we can't find boats to sink"
January 12, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Hegseth: "There haven't been many boats sunk recently because we can't find boats to sink"
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NEW: GoFundMe's rules forbid fundraisers tied to legal funds for violent crimes. One for the ICE agent who killed Renee Good, currently nearing $500K, changed the language in its description after @wired.com reached out (but not in the images at the top of the page, oops) @dell.bsky.social reports:
GoFundMe Ignores Own Rules by Hosting a Legal-Defense Fund for the ICE Agent Who Killed Renee Good
The fundraiser for the ICE agent in the Renee Good killing has stayed online in seeming breach of GoFundMe’s own terms of service, prompting questions about selective enforcement.
www.wired.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:52 PM
NEW: GoFundMe's rules forbid fundraisers tied to legal funds for violent crimes. One for the ICE agent who killed Renee Good, currently nearing $500K, changed the language in its description after @wired.com reached out (but not in the images at the top of the page, oops) @dell.bsky.social reports:
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NEW: GoFundMe strictly bans fundraisers for “the legal defense of financial and violent crimes,” yet is currently running one “to help pay for any legal services” for the ICE agent who killed Renee Nicole Good. Its conflict is not even the least bit contestable.
GoFundMe Ignores Own Rules by Hosting a Legal-Defense Fund for the ICE Agent Who Killed Renee Good
The fundraiser for the ICE agent in the Renee Good killing has stayed online in seeming breach of GoFundMe’s own terms of service, prompting questions about selective enforcement.
www.wired.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:56 PM
NEW: GoFundMe strictly bans fundraisers for “the legal defense of financial and violent crimes,” yet is currently running one “to help pay for any legal services” for the ICE agent who killed Renee Nicole Good. Its conflict is not even the least bit contestable.
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This is major.
MacKenzie Scott just donated $45 million to the Trevor Project.
www.wired.com/story/macken...
MacKenzie Scott just donated $45 million to the Trevor Project.
www.wired.com/story/macken...
MacKenzie Scott Donates $45 Million to the Trevor Project
Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife has made a donation to the LGBTQ+ advocacy group that the organization calls “transformational.”
www.wired.com
January 12, 2026 at 7:04 PM
This is major.
MacKenzie Scott just donated $45 million to the Trevor Project.
www.wired.com/story/macken...
MacKenzie Scott just donated $45 million to the Trevor Project.
www.wired.com/story/macken...
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Regarding Minneapolis Mayor Frey telling ICE to GTFO: He's stepping up weeks too fucking late, and I will always and only ever suspect his actions to be self-serving. He is NOT the Mayor we need or deserve.
January 9, 2026 at 8:56 PM
Regarding Minneapolis Mayor Frey telling ICE to GTFO: He's stepping up weeks too fucking late, and I will always and only ever suspect his actions to be self-serving. He is NOT the Mayor we need or deserve.
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Thread of remote ways to support Minneapolis
Mpls Parents are raising funds for families at South HS impacted by ICE raids. Money will go towards food, necessary supplies, and rental assistance. We appreciate your love and solidarity during these difficult times. ❤️ Please share widely with friends and family! gofund.me/e32d501a3
Donate to Support South High School Families, organized by Rachael Staab
South High School parents are holding a special fundraiser specifically to s… Rachael Staab needs your support for Support South High School Families
gofund.me
January 9, 2026 at 12:13 AM
Thread of remote ways to support Minneapolis
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Reminder for Mpls & beyond:
"Say Her Name" is reserved for Black women specifically due to the erasure of Black women's lives & deaths & stories.
It's been delightful to see the play on Renee Nicole's last name "She was Good" etc
If trying to lead a chant, maybe:
"Who was she?"
"She was Good!"
"Say Her Name" is reserved for Black women specifically due to the erasure of Black women's lives & deaths & stories.
It's been delightful to see the play on Renee Nicole's last name "She was Good" etc
If trying to lead a chant, maybe:
"Who was she?"
"She was Good!"
January 11, 2026 at 4:21 AM
Reminder for Mpls & beyond:
"Say Her Name" is reserved for Black women specifically due to the erasure of Black women's lives & deaths & stories.
It's been delightful to see the play on Renee Nicole's last name "She was Good" etc
If trying to lead a chant, maybe:
"Who was she?"
"She was Good!"
"Say Her Name" is reserved for Black women specifically due to the erasure of Black women's lives & deaths & stories.
It's been delightful to see the play on Renee Nicole's last name "She was Good" etc
If trying to lead a chant, maybe:
"Who was she?"
"She was Good!"
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Important tech protection measure in this time of intense danger. Please reach out if you would like my assistance
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
The path on your Android phone might also be "Settings > Security & Privacy > Privacy Controls > Ads > Delete advertising ID
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
The path on your Android phone might also be "Settings > Security & Privacy > Privacy Controls > Ads > Delete advertising ID
How to Disable Ad ID Tracking on iOS and Android, and Why You Should Do It Now
The ad identifier - aka “IDFA” on iOS, or “AAID” on Android - is the key that enables most third-party tracking on mobile devices. Disabling it will make it substantially harder for advertisers and da...
www.eff.org
January 11, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Important tech protection measure in this time of intense danger. Please reach out if you would like my assistance
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
The path on your Android phone might also be "Settings > Security & Privacy > Privacy Controls > Ads > Delete advertising ID
www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
The path on your Android phone might also be "Settings > Security & Privacy > Privacy Controls > Ads > Delete advertising ID
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From a good friend in Minneapolis: "Target is allowing ICE to stage in their parking lots, use their restrooms, and abduct people from inside their stores - so if you weren’t boycotting already, now is the time." They were staging in Chicago as well.
January 12, 2026 at 3:42 PM
From a good friend in Minneapolis: "Target is allowing ICE to stage in their parking lots, use their restrooms, and abduct people from inside their stores - so if you weren’t boycotting already, now is the time." They were staging in Chicago as well.
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Renee being a lesbian matters not only in terms of, come on guys, the guy who shot her saw her wife and called her a fucking bitch after he shot her, we would call that a hate crime if it wasnt ICE, but also in terms of the way the right immediately moved to unperson her/designate her as degenerate
January 10, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Renee being a lesbian matters not only in terms of, come on guys, the guy who shot her saw her wife and called her a fucking bitch after he shot her, we would call that a hate crime if it wasnt ICE, but also in terms of the way the right immediately moved to unperson her/designate her as degenerate
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Blue state politicians with presidential hopes are limp on ICE because they’re already trying to appeal to the center. They don’t realize confronting ICE is the centrist position.
In addition to being morally right, it’s a national name-recognition strategy there for the taking.
In addition to being morally right, it’s a national name-recognition strategy there for the taking.
January 12, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Blue state politicians with presidential hopes are limp on ICE because they’re already trying to appeal to the center. They don’t realize confronting ICE is the centrist position.
In addition to being morally right, it’s a national name-recognition strategy there for the taking.
In addition to being morally right, it’s a national name-recognition strategy there for the taking.
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Also of note for casinos and other resort hotels this is twice as effective as the numbers are being watched like a hawk by corporate & night auditors have to turn in numbers nightly.
Entertainment corporate does not care about scoring points with law enforcement like local VPs may. They want money
Entertainment corporate does not care about scoring points with law enforcement like local VPs may. They want money
How to mess with hotels that rent rooms to ICE:
1. Get 20 friends to each book a couple of rooms. Importantly, do this by phone with a fake name and no card down (you'll "pay when you arrive").
2. No show or last-minute cancelation.
3. ????
4. No profit. Call them in the AM and tell em why.
1. Get 20 friends to each book a couple of rooms. Importantly, do this by phone with a fake name and no card down (you'll "pay when you arrive").
2. No show or last-minute cancelation.
3. ????
4. No profit. Call them in the AM and tell em why.
It's worth your time to call Hilton to cancel your account with them. 1-800-446-6677. Here's why:
They asked me if it was because of the ICE thing. I said it was. Then they suggested I wait a couple days to see if they were going to change course.
The pressure is getting to them. Let's keep it up.
They asked me if it was because of the ICE thing. I said it was. Then they suggested I wait a couple days to see if they were going to change course.
The pressure is getting to them. Let's keep it up.
January 12, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Also of note for casinos and other resort hotels this is twice as effective as the numbers are being watched like a hawk by corporate & night auditors have to turn in numbers nightly.
Entertainment corporate does not care about scoring points with law enforcement like local VPs may. They want money
Entertainment corporate does not care about scoring points with law enforcement like local VPs may. They want money
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the only reason "abolish ICE" is seen as radical is that no one will say it but the far left. if every normie Democrat started saying it tomorrow it would move the overton window so far you'd have to squint to find it. my kingdom for leaders who understand they can shape public opinion.
Democrats officially going all in on the mealy mouthed “ICE needs training” narrative.
No. ABOLISH ICE.
No. ABOLISH ICE.
WARNER: It used to take 5 to 6 months to get trained. They've now lowered the training period to 47 days. Why 47 days? Because Donald Trump's the 47th president. Tell me that's a rational approach
KERNEN: I'm not taking that bait
WARNER: Joe! You can't pick your facts
KERNEN: I'm not taking that bait
WARNER: Joe! You can't pick your facts
January 12, 2026 at 1:49 PM
the only reason "abolish ICE" is seen as radical is that no one will say it but the far left. if every normie Democrat started saying it tomorrow it would move the overton window so far you'd have to squint to find it. my kingdom for leaders who understand they can shape public opinion.
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The national media, the ADL, corporate leaders, etc. are not revisiting their decisions about Musk now afaict. Musk is just allowed to be a very public Nazi accelerationist as well as a CSAM publisher without any mainstream scrutiny.
Every week is overwhelming evidence of what we saw with our own eyes, but which our credulous media was afraid to print: the Nazi salute was a Nazi salute
Yesterday Elon Musk retweeted "white solidarity is the only way to survive". In our numb overwhelmed media environment it barely made headlines that the world's richest man endorsed blood-curdling white nationalism. My brief writeup for @religiondispatches.org
religiondispatches.org/elon-musk-ju...
religiondispatches.org/elon-musk-ju...
January 12, 2026 at 2:24 PM
The national media, the ADL, corporate leaders, etc. are not revisiting their decisions about Musk now afaict. Musk is just allowed to be a very public Nazi accelerationist as well as a CSAM publisher without any mainstream scrutiny.
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Every week is overwhelming evidence of what we saw with our own eyes, but which our credulous media was afraid to print: the Nazi salute was a Nazi salute
Yesterday Elon Musk retweeted "white solidarity is the only way to survive". In our numb overwhelmed media environment it barely made headlines that the world's richest man endorsed blood-curdling white nationalism. My brief writeup for @religiondispatches.org
religiondispatches.org/elon-musk-ju...
religiondispatches.org/elon-musk-ju...
Elon Musk Just Endorsed Blatant White Nationalism And the Silence is Deafening
On Thursday morning Elon Musk retweeted (with a ‘100%’ endorsement) a post declaring that:
If white men become a minority, we will be slaughtered. Remember, if non-Whites openly hate White men while...
religiondispatches.org
January 9, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Every week is overwhelming evidence of what we saw with our own eyes, but which our credulous media was afraid to print: the Nazi salute was a Nazi salute
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I think forcing a website to shut down until the "Create revenge porn" switch is put in the "off" position is an acceptable form of government censorship
January 12, 2026 at 2:01 PM
I think forcing a website to shut down until the "Create revenge porn" switch is put in the "off" position is an acceptable form of government censorship
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Although this image appears to be a screenshot of a Wikipedia infobox, the Wikipedia article about Trump never showed this (even as brief vandalism).
It's either photoshopped or someone used the edit preview feature but didn't (or couldn't) commit the change.
It's either photoshopped or someone used the edit preview feature but didn't (or couldn't) commit the change.
January 12, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Although this image appears to be a screenshot of a Wikipedia infobox, the Wikipedia article about Trump never showed this (even as brief vandalism).
It's either photoshopped or someone used the edit preview feature but didn't (or couldn't) commit the change.
It's either photoshopped or someone used the edit preview feature but didn't (or couldn't) commit the change.
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this is not a party gearing up to even pare back funding, let alone abolish ICE. I cannot stress enough that it'd be cleaner and easier to just get rid of every last one of them via primary than try to figure out which is worth saving
Democrats officially going all in on the mealy mouthed “ICE needs training” narrative.
No. ABOLISH ICE.
No. ABOLISH ICE.
WARNER: It used to take 5 to 6 months to get trained. They've now lowered the training period to 47 days. Why 47 days? Because Donald Trump's the 47th president. Tell me that's a rational approach
KERNEN: I'm not taking that bait
WARNER: Joe! You can't pick your facts
KERNEN: I'm not taking that bait
WARNER: Joe! You can't pick your facts
January 12, 2026 at 2:27 PM
this is not a party gearing up to even pare back funding, let alone abolish ICE. I cannot stress enough that it'd be cleaner and easier to just get rid of every last one of them via primary than try to figure out which is worth saving