One of my science heroes, Joan Brugge, talks about how science funding cuts are slowing their work on breast cancer prevention--share this widely www.facebook.com/60minutes/vi...

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I think it’s hard to ignore the evidence. He was just lucky. If you are a genius, and your greatest achievement is at age 25, and nobody can name a dang thing you did after that, for 72 yrs, I think maybe you just hung out with the right woman at the right time, and maybe you were just a jerk. 🤷🏻‍♀️

1/ The US Government has quietly removed a memorial to Black soldiers who died in World War II from the Netherlands American Cemetery in Margraten, South Limburg. The move follows a complaint from the right-wing Heritage Foundation to the American Battle Monuments Commission. ⬇️

I think it would be fascinating to study the (oh, 70 million+) Americans who will do constant mental gymnastics just to maintain their beliefs despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.

I’m so sorry I’m laughing inside. From what I see in America, HUMANS don’t even rationally revise their beliefs. 🤣🤣🤣

All government shutdowns disrupt science 🧪 − in 2025, the consequences extend far beyond a lapse in funding theconversation.com/all-governme... With policy reforms to federal grantmaking, student and high-skilled immigration, and scientific integrity, shutdown has big consequences for U.S. science.

I’m just going to say it… It’s pretty damn validating to hear Barack Obama say the same things we’ve been shouting for months, and longer.

Notice how it’s somehow the government’s job to legislate a few Bible verses on human sexuality over our entire country, but it’s suddenly “not the government’s job” when it comes to the +2,500 Bible verses calling for a generous use of wealth that prioritizes the poor.

OK, tough guy. Then you can take a turn explaining any of the science from her poster that placed in the 2007 Intel Science Competition for high school students. What were you going in 2007? That's right. Getting caught lying 30 times during a deposition about your real estate business.

"The irreversible gravity of killing, coupled with the lack of a substantive legal justification, is bringing into sharper view a structural weakness of law as a check on the American presidency." { gift link } www.nytimes.com/2025/10/24/u...

It’s more than just bad priorities. It’s about lack of basic decency.

My quote of the day Nothing is more despicable than respect based on fear. Albert Camus

Bottomless pit of greed

Choosing not to feed Americans in need is unacceptable. The Administration knows it can use emergency funds for SNAP payments—it even deleted the memo posted on its website saying it could. They are choosing to inflict pain on families. www.cnn.com/2025/10/24/p...

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So the govt can kill people without due process / trial for *purportedly* carrying drugs. How many boats now have we nuked like a video game? Now he wants to move “to land”. So now what is to stop him from murdering Americans for suspicion of drugs? Which drugs come with a death penalty?

I’ll say it straight: It is unbecoming, undignified, cowardly, and shameful for a institution as revered and respected as the University of Virginia to grant an audience in 2025 to those who are committed to destroying science, free thought, human rights, and the rule of law.

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“…the discovery could mark a pivotal moment in over a decade of research into mRNA-based treatments designed to awaken the immune system against cancer – and could be a “significant step” toward the elusive goal of a universal cancer vaccine.” www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

Lung cancer survivor promotes early detection with nationwide tour #lcsm local12.com/health/healt...

I can confirm ALL of cancer research has taken a major hit.

This is mind-blowing. Truly. What a story. www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...

Yeah, talk to all the “originalists” So original until they aren’t.

They are always #Christians when it comes to forgiving their own, but somehow when it comes to the “poor, the widow, the orphan”, the sick and dispossessed, showing hospitality to strangers, suddenly they are the party of “Who cares?” Hypocrites. All of them.

Sick burn 🔥 whew.

I joined the "human banner" at San Francisco's Ocean Beach. This flag was at the center. It was a gorgeous day with enormous waves. #nokings

You were incredible! Thank you #Durham #NoKings!

MSNBC captured the crowd from the Boston "No Kings" rally:

A university that signs the “compact” is one that acknowledges its own inability to compete and succeed based talent and merit. It would signal insecurity and mediocrity to current and future students and faculty. Say no. Recruit the best people, protect their freedom and support their hard work.

I don’t know if anything else you’ll read today will make you more optimistic and depressed at the same time (Except maybe the description of last nights Mariners game)

Swearing in isn’t some ceremony. You aren’t a member of Congress until it happens. He knows that. No phones, no staff, nothing. I had to escort her into the Capitol on Wed bc Capitol police must treat her as a public visitor until she’s sworn in. And solo visitors aren’t allowed during shutdown!

Universities Are Standing Up to Trump www.nytimes.com/2025/10/17/u...

I am sounding the alarm that the GOP is engaged in an all out attack voting rights and free and fair elections. Voter suppression, gerrymandering, and troops in blue cities are just some of the ways they are using to try to rig the rules to keep power in 2026 and beyond. Pay attention and act!

I’m old enough to remember when we had a system of checks & balances that involved Congress, when Congress controlled the purse and legislated, and the president respected the Constitution & rule of law. I’m old enough to remember when a U.S. president wouldn’t want to be King George or a dictator.

It’s weird how the “young” Republicans are actually full-grown men and JD Vance treats them as children who shouldn’t face consequences for their racism, misogyny, or xenophobia. But pregnant 12-year-old little girls are treated as adults and must literally bear the consequences of rape and incest.

Here is the email from the provost reversing the decision & saying we can attend if presenting research. However, we still cannot recruit or attend without research benefit. Also many students did have registration cancelled (or missed registration deadlines) when OSU was prohibiting attendance.

Consumer Reports finds that some protein shakes and powders contain extremely high levels of lead. www.consumerreports.org/lead/protein...

Pete Buttigieg on Rebuilding America After Trump www.nytimes.com/2025/10/14/o...

Absolutely brutal.

How about 12 million Americans protesting on Saturday. That’s 3.5 percent of our population…and the beginning of a real response to the authoritarian disease.

U.S. measles cases continue to climb, with outbreaks across the country - NPR

Thoughtful and well-informed op-ed from @ianlmorgan.bsky.social Definitely worth a read! www.the-scientist.com/nih-leadersh... 1/2

“When authoritarians seize power, it is crucial to recognise courageous defenders of freedom who rise & resist. Democracy depends on people who refuse to stay silent, who dare to step forward despite grave risk & remind us freedom must never be taken for granted.” www.nobelprize.org/prizes/peace...

Sometimes we need a moment, but if you tune out completely, they win. Fascism doesn’t need your support, just your silence.

Trump Offered Universities an Invitation for a Deal. Some See a Trap. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/02/u...