I have a hypothesis that humans (and I guess primates) developed thumbs, mostly, to masturbate.

I did not bring a bang to a bob fight. #slaydivision

“Things happen,” says Trump in response to a journalist in regards to the murder of Khashoggi. He would know, as “things happened” to Epstein.

Hey, @josh-kaplan.bsky.social this is really stellar reporting. I’m a bit concerned that you said “we’ve uncovered the first known example.” I’m wondering, can you speak to Myranda Kazos emailing you her investigative reporting on this exact issue a while ago? She’s been covering this for months.

I love the reporting from @propublica.org and this story by @josh-kaplan.bsky.social is stellar. HOWEVER, credit should be given to Myranda Kazos, the independent reporter who did the real ground work and uncovered the story. ProPublica, please amend your story and issue an apology!!

I refuse to let AI take the em-dash away from me.

Congrats Katie! @wilsonforseattle.bsky.social

For my fellow ELDEST of Millennials (maybe) and Gen X. Perfect meme, no notes.

Call To Action: A General Strike & Boycott Called BLACKOUT THE SYSTEM, Declared For November 25th - December 2nd. Their strength is your spending and labour. #3E #BindingChaos #BTS #NoKings #EndFascism #EndOligarchy Info: www.blackoutthesystem.com/blackout-the...

We just got a huge win for Oregonians - and a check on the president's power: we received a ruling preventing the president from deploying the National Guard on the streets of our cities. No one - not even the president - is above the law.

This just into the newsroom WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court issues emergency order temporarily blocking full SNAP food aid payments.

What the F is going on with this country? Nothing makes sense anymore.

3 unrelated cases of more severe mpox strain in California are raising alarm in public health circles, “because that means that there’s community spread of clade I that we are not necessarily detecting and don’t have the full capability of detecting,” Cherabie said. thehill.com/policy/healt...

I had another sex dream about having a 3 way with Trump and Melania. It was really weird, he was kind of abusing her and I was like right between them. I kept asking if she was ok and she was saying yes. So weird. But before the sex, she was kind of fun and making jokes.

The best part of having an atmospheric river rain storm is not the rainbows (which, admittedly, are stunning) but running through the giant mud puddles in your 4x4.

🧵🧵 MPOX 1/9 Three cases of Mpox Clade 1 confirmed in Los Angeles this month, none with recent foreign travel. That suggests *local spread* is happening. People here already have it and have transmitted it. This is concerning - let’s delve in. (Marathon post ahead!)

SNAP benefits expire in one week.

The optics of Trump building a ballroom that 99.9% of Americans will never set foot in while millions line up for food banks are worth more than any policy paper or economic proposal. This image is a visceral punch in the mouth that needs no words. It should haunt the GOP for a generation.

The more aggressive form of MPOX (Clade 1) has shown up in 3 LA county gay/bi residents who did not travel to Africa as the first. This implies it has reached here so you need to make sure you have been vaccinated! Get the full update with me and @dansavage.bsky.social on IG LIVE . #mpox #gay #bi

mpox (previously monkeypox) has two clades. The prior outbreak (2022) was the less morbid Clade IIb. This new outbreak of Clade I is much more serious and something to keep an eye on! Get vaccinated if you’ve not already; 2 doses JYNNEOS works on both clades.

Continuing to cut waste, fraud, and abuse!!

no kings, no billionaires, and no millionaires until everyone has a home and a decent life. #taxthewealthnotthework

Frustrated with my job hunt. Although I’m still in the running for 2 excellent positions (that I applied for in July), the selection process has been sooooo slow. Recruiters say I’m still a top candidate, but government hiring is glacial.

It’s the oligarchs that is the problem, not immigrants and trans people.

Feds delayed medics who had come to pick up an injured protester. Then, according to confidential incident reports, the agents became aggressive.

Tonight is #FirstWivesClub and pizza.

Portland's famous Unipiper was spotted at the Portland ICE protest where he played his bagpipes in front of Santa, Mr. Potato Head, Garfield and more -- all while surrounded by bubbles. More on how the tone of Portland's protests has shifted: www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...

Was listening to @npr talk about the release of “Israeli hostages” and “Palestinian prisoners” and I have to point out that those Palestinians are also hostages. When the media differentiates like this, they do that to imply that Israeli lives are more valuable than those they colonize.

Was listening to @npr talk about the release of “Israeli hostages” and “Palestinian prisoners” and I have to point out that those Palestinians are also hostages. When the media differentiates like this, they do that to imply that Israeli lives are more valuable than those they colonize.

This website gives live cams of notable Portland locations AND live updates of all fires (complete with duration) reported to the Portland Fire & Rescue department. Spoiler: Portland isn’t burning. isportlandburning.com

Reporting from the frontlines. #portland

Have a broken bicycle or small appliance that needs fixing? Repair PDX volunteers will be at Leaven Community House, 5431 NE 20th Ave. this Saturday, Oct. 11 from 12-3pm. Walk-ins welcome, or fill out the form to let them know what you're bringing. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Judge Nelson and Chaffin are now disagreeing about the judge's factual findings and the record. (As argument goes, this is unhelpful for Oregon, but it's already looking rough for Oregon. Chaffin needs to return to her summation and hit it and get out.)

I will be live-posting Oregon v. Trump, which will be heard before the 9th Cir. shortly.

HAPPENING NOW: A Ninth Circuit panel hears arguments on whether the Trump admin can deploy federalized National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon. The panel: Susan P. Graber (Clinton), Ryan D. Nelson (Trump), Bridget S. Bade (Trump)

Prediction: “Inflatable Frog” will be the hot costume this Halloween.

Willamette Valley, Oregon, Couch Street are the common ones that peg someone as a tourist/non-native in Portland.

twice a year the entire U.S. press becomes a marketing extension of a single billionaire-owned retailer, and nobody in any position of editorial power thinks it's weird or gross

The brand-new Portland Street Response Committee, which was created by the resolution I co-sponsored, is accepting applications for 14 members who will advise the City Council on the development and growth of Portland Street Response. Apply today! Applications are due Monday, Oct. 27.

"Soft secession, powered by the presidential ambitions of multiple blue-state governors, could, should it come to that, be the proving ground of a new confederacy. Hopefully the threat of CalExit or a new Union will be enough.” The latest from @clarajeffery.bsky.social:

"Protect your loved ones & coworkers this season, get your vaccinations!"-Dr. Bruno. Vaccines are the safest, most effective way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 & the flu. COVID-19 hasn’t gone away. Check your pharmacy, call your doctor or look for a vaccine clinic near you!

NEW: California joins Oregon and Portland in asking Judge Immergut for a SECOND temporary restraining order blocking the Trump admin from "circumventing this Court's Order" by deploying the federalized California National Guard to Portland. storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...

BREAKING NEWS: Oregon, California, and Portland have taken legal action to block the unlawful deployment of California National Guard troops to Oregon. Read more about what happened and what’s next.

Hey “Don’t Tread on Me” peeps, time to step up! This is your moment. #amirite #2a #gadsen

Why is this psychopath running our government?

Waking up to some careless parachute journalism from the NYT. Really frustrating that @kellen.bsky.social chooses to write that "some top filers" have left Portland due to the Preschool for All tax but neglects to mention that the number of overall filers went up by many thousands in that period.+

Portland is my home—I was born and raised here. It is not a war zone and it’s being attacked because it is a city that treats people—all people—with dignity.

Soft secession means states quietly disentangling from federal overreach: ignoring mandates, blocking intrusive agencies, and deciding their own future. Local choice > distant bureaucracy. cmarmitage.substack.com/p/we-need-to...

Soft secession means states quietly disentangling from federal overreach: ignoring mandates, blocking intrusive agencies, and deciding their own future. Local choice > distant bureaucracy. cmarmitage.substack.com/p/we-need-to...

went to a hearing and it was weird as shit www.theverge.com/policy/79204...