If U.S. elections were truly “rigged,” we’d have the evidence by now. Around the world, when leaders actually try to tilt the vote, citizens fight back with watchdog groups, rapid fact-checking, independent vote counts and huge turnout. buff.ly/POJEyPE #polisky

Former Harvard president Larry Summers will retire with the title “president emeritus” after scrutiny over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein — a soft landing that, one economist argues, underscores academia’s tolerance of powerful, sexist men. theconversation.com/former-harva...

When federal immigration operations surged in Minneapolis, thousands of residents pitched in to support immigrant families. The state’s mutual aid networks are rooted in the state's history of cooperation. buff.ly/WjO1s0G

“No one has a crystal ball, and it is early in an operation that will likely go on for days, if not longer,” Ali says. “But one thing is clear: Iran’s regime is facing an existential threat. Do not expect it to show restraint.” Story: theconversation.com/iran-will-re...

Trump didn’t seek congressional OK before Venezuela attack. A political scientist who wrote the book on the politics of war powers explains the legality: buff.ly/TsDCVV4

I love this little bit of history - so glad that @katrinaaman.bsky.social thought to recirculate it today

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The DOJ has removed from its website a report showing that right-wing extremists have killed more Americans than any other domestic terrorist group. Deleting the report doesn’t change the facts: claims that left-leaning Americans are more violent aren’t supported by the data.

"What is this? A (separate, apartment-like) center for ants?" A tropical plant avoids ant warfare by giving each species its own private space. Cool #science about #ants: theconversation.com/this-tropica...

The 287(g) program allowing local police to act as federal #immigration officers in collaboration with ICE has expanded from 135 agreements in 25 states to 628 in 40 states since January. A criminal justice professor explains why this undermines community trust and public safety: buff.ly/M7C8if8

Our latest investigation reveals how America’s gun industry is arming Mexico’s cartels, escalating violence and forcing migration: stories.theconversation.com/mexican-drug...

What Kristi Noem needs to know about habeas corpus:

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Some people are chaos-seekers who support Elon Musk’s political efforts, political violence and spread misinformation online. A study shows that those under 40, with less education, and disengaged from politics score highest on “need for chaos” measures. buff.ly/FxsXaNh #PoliSky

Only two federal officials have ever been jailed for contempt of court – and that was back in 1951. Now a judge is threatening contempt charges against Trump officials for defying an order on deportations. Quick explainer: theconversation.com/federal-judg...

The #Easter Bunny has a long and interesting history – with bunnies a symbol of unquenchable desire in ancient Rome to hare pies in Middle Ages England 🐰 buff.ly/z7PQL0e

Two recently watched gems with Paul Mescal: "Aftersun" and "All of Us Strangers" 5/5, so good. "Normal People" too while we're on the topic of very good, very sad, very beautiful.

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"I had not touched a cat in 15 years when an orange kitten wandered over to sit with me in the grass one day. I was left without adequate words to describe that experience. It reminded me that I am alive."

Dry January has come to an end... but pursuing a sober curious lifestyle and cutting back on drinking doesn't have to. Here's a guide to habit formation, nonalcoholic alternatives and sober socializing to keep the sober month going. @bloomberg.com 🎁🔗: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Our writer Vaughn Wright tells the story of what it was like when Luigi Mangione showed up at his Pennsylvania prison. It took a few weeks to get this out because we had to rely on postal mail to ask for the story and get it back without creating problems.

From breakbeats to the dance floor: How hip-hop and house revolutionized music and culture

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