In other news, the whole thing about Calibri v. TNR isn't about a font face, it's about the fact that Calibri is easier for people with some disabilities to read. They think any accommodation, however painless, should stop.

Betty Reid Soskin, the National Park Service’s oldest ranger, has died. She was 104.

#KidLitChat School Librarian friends!

Let’s stop commenting on a writer’s work by telling them what they forgot. Either they thought of it, and chose not to include it for reasons of their own, or they didn’t think of it and you can add something to the conversation. Starting your comment with, “You forgot to mention…”? Bad form.

The way we are not, in fact, at any way suffering a shortage of good ideas... Whew. Plus we have loads of good ideas (solar power, single payer health care, electric bikes, hell, TRAINS, that could be further spread. A shortage of ideas? WHUT?

the line is actually "no JESUS for us meeses," an oblique reference to the fact that, as muppets are unable to take communion, they are forbidden from entering the kingdom of god

Democratic leadership didn’t want to stick their necks out for him. The GOP didn’t want him even referred to as a “Maryland man.” Sen. Chris Van Hollen, his congressional representative fought for him. And we should never forget any of this. apnews.com/article/abre...

False premise in the question: it is beyond unlikely Mark Cuban believes the government would be unable to pay for appropriate, affordable, well-compensated care for *everyone* “even after taxing all the billionaires 90%”. He knows damn well the government could cover much MOAR w/that money.

Absolutely, corporate consolidation of media is a nightmare for folks who want access to accurate and relevant news media. The rest? We *could* return to reading books, writing letters, playing games, and hosting fireside chats with our communities.

I've warned that a Warner Bros. merger could mean higher prices. But don't take it from me. The CEO of Disney just said Netflix buying up Warner Bros. could increase Netflix's "pricing leverage" over consumers. Translation: Higher prices for you to watch your favorite shows.

“Billionaires did not accumulate extreme wealth through a generosity of spirit toward working people. They became billionaires by extracting value, suppressing wages, avoiding taxation, influencing regulation, and ensuring the system works for them—and not for you.” Mind your media sources.

#NAFO Well, since we’re already such close people: as a Ukrainian, I’m very unhappy with the results of the U.S. election. The U.S. needs a re-election for it to be a democratic country again.

"I'm not in denial, I'm in open rebellion" damn that quote goes hard

"A Five-Step Guide to Combating Misinformation on Social Media #1: The Road to Misinformation is Paved with Supplements #2 Read Before You Share #3 Be Extra Mindful with Health Halos #4 Check the Scientific Consensus #5 Did the Post Make You Feel Like You Scored a Touchdown?" #Misinformation ⬇️

“Trump did not magically appear out of thin air—he’s the result of policies that prioritize war and imperialism over justice and diplomacy. The public understands this. People recognize the connection between foreign policy impunity and domestic injustice.” Decades of policy without integrity.

I'm a trans person w/ a trans kid & we lose trans siblings every year to hateful violence. On Trans Day of Remembrance we're called not only to collectively mourn those we've lost, but to renew our commitment to keep fighting for those who are still here. #tdor 🏳️‍⚧️ Art by @thefoxfisher.bsky.social

every generation loves Rumours. it’s fucking Rumours

This right here is an entire story, a poem, and a dream.

Listening to piano as I clean my home. Flashbacks to Sarajevo. It was the only place I ever showed up in & prolonged my stay — from 3 weeks to 7 weeks. I stayed on a hillside & passed a performing arts school to get to town. Every day, I’d hear opera, violin, piano from windows. I walked slower.

Matthew Inman has done it again. @theoatmeal.bsky.social theoatmeal.com/comics/ai_art

It's so obvious that it probably goes without saying, but any argument about gender norms should understand this fundamental truth: Some people need there to be a clear hard line between being a man and being a woman, because they want to clearly understand who they can be sexist toward.

This is EXCELLENT. 1) this is spot-on analysis of the problem & a great immediate 1st thing a city can do to improve outcome. 2) as a 2 min clip? He's giving history, hope & change. Speaking to women, to Jewish & Black NYers, saying "abortion." & also naming eugenics in feminism. 100/10 no notes.

a general strike shut down italy on monday in support of palestine & now this is happening. international worker solidarity still has power!!

Assata Shakur, one of the most consequential Black political revolutionaries and writers of her time and enemy of the U.S. government until her last breath, died September 25.

“It is our duty to fight for our freedom. It is our duty to win. We must love each other and support each other. We have nothing to lose but our chains.” -Assata

People love blaming "these days" for avoidable problems that were caused by the general incompetence and/or greed of the c-suite class.

If you're in line to bulldoze this fascist nonsense, STAY IN LINE.

Favourite way to set up for the new month.

NEW CALL YOUR COVEN JUST DROPPED (with my co-hosts @beescolnick.bsky.social and @megjoneswall.bsky.social) — bringing you a monthly forecast of tarot, astrology, and numerology 🎧 on all your fave podcast platforms or watch us on YT! www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OrL...

it genuinely sucks so much in this country how often you only learn about a super fucking cool person because something horrifying has happened to them

Phenomenal piece on how publishing invests - or doesn’t - in debut and mid-list authors. Including our own @jeannakadlec.bsky.social

Beautiful tribute. “(Redford) knew that representation wasn’t just about casting; it was about authorship. Who gets to tell the story? Who owns the narrative? … He showed that influence could be used not to take up space, but to *make space* for others.” open.substack.com/pub/juliefra...

Absolutely magnificent. People contain such glory. youtube.com/watch?v=0Qpj...

Seen on a walk in the neighbourhood. Note alt text for description.

The ACLU has written a guide to basic protest OPSEC that addresses the very basic risk factors -- it's nowhere near fully comprehensive, but it's the absolute table stakes for responsible protest: aclu-wa.org/story/Protes...

"[L]argest HIV outbreak in Maine's history." Causes: "closing of programs that distributed sterile syringes to people who use drugs, a shortage of medical providers focused on HIV, and the clearing of the city's largest homeless encampment." #Maine #USA #Drugs #Housing #Healthcare #Policing

This is political violence.

Library Joy! Libraries keep receipts 🥳

A few late strawberries (starts from Butler Greens Farm), our second full harvest of Mirabelle plums from our young tree (Raintree Nursery), in our glorious harvesting baskets, early September. Delight.

Brilliant. Fully including the casting. Chef’s kiss.

History rhymes, and we can learn from the cadence.

THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND IRRESPONSIBLE. WHAT IN THE NAME OF GOD???? They are going to kill so many people including children. What a FUCKED UP DECISION!

enshittification | noun | when a digital platform is made worse for users, in order to increase profits

No stigma, just taking care of the children. As it ought to be.

Happy birthday Marsha P. Johnson, visionary and fiery Black trans activist who birthed a movement. She’d by 80 today, and should still be alive. Her legacy is one of revolutionary advocacy for global LGBTQ+ liberation. Her life is a testament to the need for sex worker rights & decriminalization.

I just realised you’re *that* @pennymck.bsky.social ! I’ve been reading your newsletters for years. My mother and I would share news from them on Mondays and Tuesdays. Mum died 2 July, and I still want to share your news and vignettes with her. Thank you for writing them.

It’s been a while. Time for a Friday dog. Something came in on air through the open window and Lilo is nose-tasting it.