Laura Ruby
@thatlauraruby.bsky.social
Novelist, poet, teacher, unrepentant cat-lover, cancer patient, two-time National Book Award Finalist. Bone Gap, Thirteen Doorways, etc. Made of bees. @thatlauraruby on most socials. www.lauraruby.com
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The note I promised @bakerdphd.bsky.social but also to us all, trying to figure out what this regime is after
December 15, 2025 at 5:37 PM
The note I promised @bakerdphd.bsky.social but also to us all, trying to figure out what this regime is after
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More Americans got measles this week than Olivia Nuzzi’s book. Guess which got more press coverage.
1. Measles is ravaging South Carolina.
Over 100 people infected, and hundreds more in quarantine.
In response, RFK Jr., the nation's top public health official, has been SILENT
But it's much worse than that. RFK Jr. and his allies are undermining confidence in the vaccine
Over 100 people infected, and hundreds more in quarantine.
In response, RFK Jr., the nation's top public health official, has been SILENT
But it's much worse than that. RFK Jr. and his allies are undermining confidence in the vaccine
As measles ravages South Carolina, RFK Jr. undermines the vaccine
There is a massive measles outbreak spreading rapidly in Upstate South Carolina.
popular.info
December 15, 2025 at 3:45 PM
More Americans got measles this week than Olivia Nuzzi’s book. Guess which got more press coverage.
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This is what happens when the FBI is run by two right-wing conspiracy theorist podcasters who spent the last 11 months purging almost anyone with institutional knowledge from the bureau. They're going to keep fucking this kind of thing up.
BREAKING: Authorities will release the person of interest in the Brown University shooting, officials said, as the investigation continues.
Live updates: Person of interest identified after 2 killed and 9 injured at Brown University
Live updates: 2 dead, 9 wounded in Brown University shooting; person of interest in custody
nbcnews.to
December 15, 2025 at 5:45 AM
This is what happens when the FBI is run by two right-wing conspiracy theorist podcasters who spent the last 11 months purging almost anyone with institutional knowledge from the bureau. They're going to keep fucking this kind of thing up.
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I have just found out that some reprehensible fucking dork has made an AI chatbot based on the character I played on The Magnus Archives and *it has my voice*. I genuinely don't think I have ever felt so fucking violated. My actual voice. Saying things I have never said. I feel sick.
December 15, 2025 at 2:15 PM
I have just found out that some reprehensible fucking dork has made an AI chatbot based on the character I played on The Magnus Archives and *it has my voice*. I genuinely don't think I have ever felt so fucking violated. My actual voice. Saying things I have never said. I feel sick.
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One possible flaw in Bari Weiss's plan to remake CBS News in her image is that she is a bad and boring journalist and nobody actually likes her.
Major advertisers appeared to sit out a new CBS News town hall telecast Saturday, moderated by Bari Weiss and featuring an interview with Erika Kirk.
Lack of Madison Avenue support could challenge the viability of the format, which Weiss wants to expand
variety.com/2025/tv/news...
Lack of Madison Avenue support could challenge the viability of the format, which Weiss wants to expand
variety.com/2025/tv/news...
Big Advertisers Appear Wary of CBS News’ Bari Weiss Town Hall Format
Many major advertisers appeared to sit out a new CBS News town hall format moderated by Bari Weiss and featuring a conversation with Erika Kirk
variety.com
December 14, 2025 at 6:47 PM
One possible flaw in Bari Weiss's plan to remake CBS News in her image is that she is a bad and boring journalist and nobody actually likes her.
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Ah, Reagan.
See the US line in this chart? Know when it started its split from the rest of the first world countries? I’ll give you one guess.
See the US line in this chart? Know when it started its split from the rest of the first world countries? I’ll give you one guess.
February 27, 2025 at 5:14 AM
Ah, Reagan.
See the US line in this chart? Know when it started its split from the rest of the first world countries? I’ll give you one guess.
See the US line in this chart? Know when it started its split from the rest of the first world countries? I’ll give you one guess.
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my favorite thing about the benoit blanc movies is that they aren't really about benoit blanc. he is not grappling with demons from his past. we are not getting flashbacks to the husband whose murder he never solved. he just shows up and does his job like mary poppins for homicides
December 14, 2025 at 1:24 PM
my favorite thing about the benoit blanc movies is that they aren't really about benoit blanc. he is not grappling with demons from his past. we are not getting flashbacks to the husband whose murder he never solved. he just shows up and does his job like mary poppins for homicides
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BREAKING: Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by immigration agents and asked to prove his citizenship.
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by ICE
Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar said federal immigration agents pulled over her son on Saturday and asked him to prove his citizenship.
cbsn.ws
December 14, 2025 at 6:44 PM
BREAKING: Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by immigration agents and asked to prove his citizenship.
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Re-upping this. SEATTLE, WA: this dog needs foster! Sweet 9yo Pyr who is a good family dog. Ignores cats. Was rehomed 2 months ago due to severe family medical issue but the new owners seem to have abandoned. Can anyone take him in? He can’t stay with OP
So like…this Pyrenees was tied up and left outside all day (after having been on the lam for a day or two) and I’d rather feel guilty for taking him to a shelter than think about him being stuck outside all night, so here we are. Locals? Anyone got room for a big sweetie boy?
December 14, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Re-upping this. SEATTLE, WA: this dog needs foster! Sweet 9yo Pyr who is a good family dog. Ignores cats. Was rehomed 2 months ago due to severe family medical issue but the new owners seem to have abandoned. Can anyone take him in? He can’t stay with OP
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Any dentists in Kenosha, WI wanna help out a young autistic girl,?? This child needs 5 root canals due to her autism medicine.
Imma trade you a pair of tickets to our show in Chicago with GNR and a meeting next July
www.gofundme.com/f/help-with-...
Imma trade you a pair of tickets to our show in Chicago with GNR and a meeting next July
www.gofundme.com/f/help-with-...
Donate to My 11 year old autistic granddaughter needs 5 root canals, organized by Shirley Tutor-Perez
My granddaughter Rhiannon will be 11 on 12/20. She has been b… Shirley Tutor-Perez needs your support for My 11 year old autistic granddaughter needs 5 root canals
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December 14, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Any dentists in Kenosha, WI wanna help out a young autistic girl,?? This child needs 5 root canals due to her autism medicine.
Imma trade you a pair of tickets to our show in Chicago with GNR and a meeting next July
www.gofundme.com/f/help-with-...
Imma trade you a pair of tickets to our show in Chicago with GNR and a meeting next July
www.gofundme.com/f/help-with-...
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"So now, Americans want to know who did what to whom and when – poring over the photographs like the Zapruder film of a new generation. But I know that the victims have already told you the truth. The only conspiracy in America that remains is silence." @lyz.bsky.social bringing the truth home.
Opinion | The real Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy is one of silence
Lyz Lenz: Newly released photos show how powerful people's silence enabled Epstein's horrors.
www.ms.now
December 14, 2025 at 4:43 PM
"So now, Americans want to know who did what to whom and when – poring over the photographs like the Zapruder film of a new generation. But I know that the victims have already told you the truth. The only conspiracy in America that remains is silence." @lyz.bsky.social bringing the truth home.
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The thing you need to understand about the Right is that they are absolutely fine just plain burning down higher education if taking it over ideologically doesn’t work. They’re perfectly happy reducing it to ashes.
From the Oklahoma U student paper: the school is now saying it will automatically suspend faculty (with pay) in response to student complaints
www.oudaily.com/news/ou-poli...
www.oudaily.com/news/ou-poli...
December 14, 2025 at 1:08 AM
The thing you need to understand about the Right is that they are absolutely fine just plain burning down higher education if taking it over ideologically doesn’t work. They’re perfectly happy reducing it to ashes.
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The problem is the guns. We don’t have to live this way. Overrule Heller.
🙏🙏for our members, students, first responders and the community right now… at Brown. Exams were ongoing when shooting happened. The problem is the guns… Live Updates: 2 Killed and Multiple Others Shot at Brown University www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12...
Live Updates: 2 Killed and Multiple Others Shot at Brown University
www.nytimes.com
December 14, 2025 at 3:32 AM
The problem is the guns. We don’t have to live this way. Overrule Heller.
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I genuinely don't know if this is a "Minnesotan" thing or an "old guy of a certain age" thing but in case it's Minnesotan and people need an anger translator: this guy is so angry he could just about set something on fire with his mind.
This one isn’t downloadable but if you have TikTok go watch it. Well worth your time www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr4gRL7v/
@Mercado Media video credit #minnesota #illinois #louisiana #america
TikTok video by June Osborne
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December 13, 2025 at 5:13 PM
I genuinely don't know if this is a "Minnesotan" thing or an "old guy of a certain age" thing but in case it's Minnesotan and people need an anger translator: this guy is so angry he could just about set something on fire with his mind.
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I’d add: it’s a 571% increase over 2024’s 285 cases.
Starting in 2020 doesn’t just make the percent more dramatic, but given that it’s Fox, bet it’s also meant to make it look like Biden’s fault.
But 85% of the absolute rise has been under Trump-RFKJr.
Starting in 2020 doesn’t just make the percent more dramatic, but given that it’s Fox, bet it’s also meant to make it look like Biden’s fault.
But 85% of the absolute rise has been under Trump-RFKJr.
December 13, 2025 at 5:39 PM
I’d add: it’s a 571% increase over 2024’s 285 cases.
Starting in 2020 doesn’t just make the percent more dramatic, but given that it’s Fox, bet it’s also meant to make it look like Biden’s fault.
But 85% of the absolute rise has been under Trump-RFKJr.
Starting in 2020 doesn’t just make the percent more dramatic, but given that it’s Fox, bet it’s also meant to make it look like Biden’s fault.
But 85% of the absolute rise has been under Trump-RFKJr.
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Author Interview: Writing, Teaching & a New MFA Program with @marthabee.bsky.social by Suma Subramaniam for Cynsations: cynthialeitichsmith.com/2025/12/auth... #KidLit #MFA @scholastic.bsky.social @gayleenwrites.bsky.social
December 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Author Interview: Writing, Teaching & a New MFA Program with @marthabee.bsky.social by Suma Subramaniam for Cynsations: cynthialeitichsmith.com/2025/12/auth... #KidLit #MFA @scholastic.bsky.social @gayleenwrites.bsky.social
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Part of the Civil Rights Movement was a dignity claim that when you are in public you have a right to be spoken to in a neutral manner. Hamilton v. Alabama. This service worker may hate to serve me Cinnabons, but it is part of her job to serve every customer in the same manner.
ah yes, all workers should have the right to hurl racial slurs at black customers
“Those of us on the left should be fighting to improve protections for workers of all races, and thereby for the betterment of people’s material conditions regardless of their views,” Arash Azizi argues:
December 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Part of the Civil Rights Movement was a dignity claim that when you are in public you have a right to be spoken to in a neutral manner. Hamilton v. Alabama. This service worker may hate to serve me Cinnabons, but it is part of her job to serve every customer in the same manner.
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Everyone in this picture is an Epstein victim except Trump. Now calculate the odds of that happening and give me an innocent explanation.
December 12, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Everyone in this picture is an Epstein victim except Trump. Now calculate the odds of that happening and give me an innocent explanation.
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Anti-vaxxism is an ideology with maybe the dumbest combination of pointless and evil that has ever existed bsky.app/profile/nyti...
More than 250 people who were exposed to measles, including dozens of unvaccinated school-aged children, are quarantining in South Carolina as the state wrestles to contain an outbreak that has sickened more than 110 people.
Hundreds Quarantined in South Carolina as Measles Outbreak Shows No Sign of Slowing
The outbreak shows no signs of slowing, likely because of the affected area’s “lower-than-hoped-for vaccination coverage,” a state health official said.
nyti.ms
December 12, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Anti-vaxxism is an ideology with maybe the dumbest combination of pointless and evil that has ever existed bsky.app/profile/nyti...
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Magaziner: How many US military veterans have you deported?
Noem: We have not deported military veterans.
Magaziner: We are joined on zoom by a gentleman who is an army combat veteran who was shot twice while serving our country. You deported him to Korea.
Noem: We have not deported military veterans.
Magaziner: We are joined on zoom by a gentleman who is an army combat veteran who was shot twice while serving our country. You deported him to Korea.
December 11, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Magaziner: How many US military veterans have you deported?
Noem: We have not deported military veterans.
Magaziner: We are joined on zoom by a gentleman who is an army combat veteran who was shot twice while serving our country. You deported him to Korea.
Noem: We have not deported military veterans.
Magaziner: We are joined on zoom by a gentleman who is an army combat veteran who was shot twice while serving our country. You deported him to Korea.
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One of the most blatantly authoritarian threats in a Trump term full of them
December 11, 2025 at 4:51 PM
One of the most blatantly authoritarian threats in a Trump term full of them
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i think a (perhaps underappreciated) aspect of this whole situation is the extent to which every elite profession is filled with people who excel at drawing attention and want to be famous more than they want to do the actual job
December 11, 2025 at 2:18 PM
i think a (perhaps underappreciated) aspect of this whole situation is the extent to which every elite profession is filled with people who excel at drawing attention and want to be famous more than they want to do the actual job
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People keep wondering why they're going after Venezuela. It's because they want to do regime change and control its oil, then use a big tract of land there to keep a tax free "network state" that looks like Dubai but operates like Rhodesia. They are saying this out loud! Believe them!
December 10, 2025 at 6:57 PM
People keep wondering why they're going after Venezuela. It's because they want to do regime change and control its oil, then use a big tract of land there to keep a tax free "network state" that looks like Dubai but operates like Rhodesia. They are saying this out loud! Believe them!