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RickiTarr, to random
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When Ranch is just too Spicy!

jztusk,
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@RickiTarr

It's bland, but that random apostrophe is giving me indigestion.

GottaLaff, to Georgia
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Wut. 1/…

“Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee wrote Wednesday in an order that six of the charges in the indictment must be quashed, including three against . But the order leave intact many other charges in the indictment and the judge wrote that prosecutors could seek a new indictment on the charges he dismissed.”

https://apnews.com/article/46e0b68c25719c404130f7e6eab69dcd

jztusk,
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@GottaLaff

It's a bit of a cliche, but I kinda like the idea "if you aren't occasionally failing, then you probably aren't trying all the possibilities".

Hearing that three charges got dismissed can mean that they're throwing everything they can at him.

Yes, it could also mean that they're in the tank for Trump, and Cannon doing something similar I would look at differently. But to my knowledge, this judge is not like Cannon.

HeavenlyPossum, (edited ) to random
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A majority of American voters voted for Democratic candidates for president in 1992, 1996, 2000, 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2020, and yet Americans can be imprisoned for having miscarriages.

jztusk,
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@HeavenlyPossum

What do you suggest people do?

jztusk,
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@HeavenlyPossum

Genuine question: Do you think that will make things better, or not?

I very honestly cannot say if it would or it wouldn't. I am by my nature a not very riot-y type, so absent me having a belief that it would, I'm not likely to.

But get back to me if Trump should win. 😬

jztusk,
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@HeavenlyPossum

Yes, that's his we lost Roe v Wade. To your thinking, how did he get into office?

jztusk,
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@jack_of_all_lanterns @HeavenlyPossum

I agree that we can't fix all our problems just relying on the Democrats (which probably includes me, by your way of thinking). And I admire the hell out of people who assert opposition and set up networks of aid. But deciding to then not even use Democrats seems foolish and counterproductive.

You can't build a house using just a hammer. But to then declare "That's it! No hammers on this work site!" ain't a great solution.

mekkaokereke, to random
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The people that vote for the Oscars, don't look like the people that watch the films. The Academy is much older, whiter, and dude-ier*. Oscar winners, are the inevitable outcome of Oscar voters.

The question isn't "Has the Academy changed enough to where filmmakers from marginalized backgrounds have the same chance to win an Oscar yet?"

The question is "Will the Oscars have the same relevance to society 10 years from now, that they do today?"

(*In 2022, 81% white, 67% men.)

jztusk,
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@tess @bittersweetdb @acm_redfox @mekkaokereke @icastico

I agree. I wish more people would see the new arrivals as a chance to "yes, and" them into greater insight, and not as an occasion to go all hipster about how long they've already known the thing the new folks have just discovered.

[Full disclosure: I'm a guy who was raised by a mother who was more-or-less a 2nd wave feminist, so you can take take my views with that in mind.]

dangillmor, to random
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Once again, a New York Times columnist is loudly baffled that the American public is mostly unaware of the Biden administration's solid -- even spectacular -- record of achievement.

Once again, a New York Times columnist totally fails to even consider a key reason -- that news media have done almost nothing to let the American public know about that record.

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/10/opinion/biden-state-union-message.html

jztusk,
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@dangillmor

"Otherwise smart guys engulfed by their petty resentments" is practically a full-fledged genre by now.

Look out, Ezra, you could end up like Glenn Greenwald!

rodhilton, to random
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I just love that the GOP Response to the SOTU just had to clear the bar of "act like a normal person" and they couldn't find a single person in the party who could do it.

jztusk,
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@rodhilton

Dear GOP,

Maude Flanders was not the "hero" of The Simpsons.

If every time she bleated "Won't somebody think of the children?", you grumbled "dang right", you missed the point.

Sincerely,
The 90s

P.S. "Itchy and Scratchy" were intentionally overly violent. Your letters of complaint did nothing.

TheConversationUS, to USpolitics
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In tonight’s , President Biden touched on many topics on Americans’ minds, including , which a rising number of Americans say is the country’s biggest problem.

We had a law scholar answer 4 quick questions about why immigration has become a top issue for Americans – and the limits of presidential power when it comes to border security.

Just published:
https://theconversation.com/biden-defends-immigration-policy-during-state-of-the-union-blaming-republicans-in-congress-for-refusing-to-act-225158

jztusk,
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@TheConversationUS

Because Republicans tend it like an open sore that they never want to heal?

jztusk,
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@TheConversationUS

Well, I searched, and it doesn't look like you mentioned that Republicans are torpedoing any current attempts to do anything about it, at the instruction of Trump.

Don't you think that comes across as a little bit chickenshit? It strikes me as at least a tad chickenshit.

dangillmor, (edited ) to random
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This poll from the NY Times demonstrates better than anything I've seen lately how thoroughly journalism has botched its job -- to inform the public about actual reality as opposed to giving equal weight to lies and thereby helping make the lies what the public then believes.

We're screwed.

jztusk,
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@dangillmor

I would love to see how these correlate with belief that "Jesus is coming back in my lifetime".

America loves and coddles deeply convicted idiots. We are paying the price.

GottaLaff, to random
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Well, that’s one.

#NikkiHaley wins Washington, D.C. Republican primary, NBC News projects

jztusk,
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@GottaLaff

It's 1,200 people voting for her, total, with all votes counted.

DC is so overwhelmingly Dem that I imagine it's fairly meaningless. Or should be, but I guess the media loves a story, and if it irritates Trump, I guess I'll take it.

dangillmor, (edited ) to random
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The New York Times is now visibly working -- from the "news" side of the operation -- to undermine Biden's re-election.

More than most of Big Journalism, it has been thumping the right-wing-generated "he's too old" drum even before the 2020 election. The poll published today, from my perspective, is designed to further a narrative that the so-called Paper of Record has done so much to create.

I thought a new top editor might be an improvement. Kahn has been, in fact, a disaster.

jztusk,
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@dangillmor

They are an enemy of democracy. What are we going to do about it?

dangillmor, (edited ) to random
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Meet "history’s latest example of someone trying to rise to power through hate" -- https://1ft.io/proxy?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonpost.com%2Felections%2F2024%2F03%2F02%2Fmark-robinson-governor-candidate-north-carolina-offensive-comments%2F

jztusk,
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@dangillmor

It's paywalled, so I can't comment on the specifics here, but I'd like to remind your account followers that it isn't even enough to point out that they are lies, if you do that further down the story.

The truth should get all the privileges (h/t @Popehat) - if your going to print someone's lies, say the truth first, print the lie, and then explicitly say that they lied. Start your sentences with the word "Despite ....".

adwright, to random
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Look, of course if you buy $99 worth of Trump Bucks now, you'll be able to buy $10,000 worth of goods when he gets re-elected President, the AI Trump and Musk YouTube video at the gate shoulda told you that.

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/trump-bucks-promise-wealth-maga-loyalty-lose-thousands-rcna84965

jztusk,
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@adwright

> “Now I’m questioning whether he is aware of this,” Amann [a buyer of the Trump Bucks] said of Trump ...

Suckers and losers until the day they die.

GottaLaff, to random
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The U.S. Air Force Central Command completed its first airdrop of 66 food pallets, holding roughly 38,000 meals, in this morning using three C130 aircrafts, officials told NBC News.
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/live-blog/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-rcna141493

jztusk,
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@GottaLaff

😂😂😂

jztusk,
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@jbburd @JizzelEtBass @brume @GottaLaff

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jztusk,
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@djg @GottaLaff

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jeffjarvis, to random
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Of course, Douthat omits the real definition: racism:
Four Ways of Looking at Christian Nationalism https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/01/opinion/christian-nationalism.html?smid=tw-share

jztusk,
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@jeffjarvis

Too true.

RickiTarr, to random
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I've noticed an increase in mean/rude behavior towards the people in my comments sections lately, and I'm going to start putting my foot down about it. So, here's a guide:

It is totally okay to correct misinformation, but there is a way to do it.

  1. Make sure your information is actually correct, and you have valid links supporting your argument.

  2. Calling people or their thoughts stupid or any other similar thing is not okay, no one knows everything, and acceptable terms change frequently, so please keep this in mind.

  3. Treat people how you would like to be treated if you were incorrect or misinformed about something. Assume the best about people, and let them prove themselves one way or another.

  4. A private message to the person directly is usually a much better tactic than calling them out publicly, and embarrassing them.

Opinions are not facts, telling someone they are wrong about things like, food they eat, music they listen to, or movies they watch is ridiculous. This is about individual preference, and has nothing to do with facts. Your own take a certain topic might be better to do on your personal account, than just tacking it on to someone else's. Some fun joking around is fine, as long as everyone understands that is what it is.

Violating anyone's civil rights is wrong, whether we like them or not.

Talking negatively about the way someone looks or anything else they can't help, even if we don't like what they do, is also wrong. Let's not become they thing we are fighting against.

Make sure what you're reading isn't satire/sarcasm/humor, and check the context, sometimes you might be reading a comment in a long line of comments.

Nuance in text is infamously hard to understand sometimes, misunderstandings are incredibly common, people have different ways of speaking and reacting, and I definitely understand that, but if someone tells you that what you're saying is not welcome or applicable to what they are posting on their personal account, it's probably for the best to just back off. Yes, you have the right to free speech, but they also have the right to set Boundaries in their personal space. If you don't enjoy their content, and they aren't violating any rules, it would be best just to block them.

Obviously, none of this applies to sexism, racism, LGBTQ+phobia, body shamers, and ableists, but even in that situation, sometimes it's better just to block and report than engage. The quickest way to stop poison is to get rid of the poison. People change their own minds, you can't do it for them.

Just don't be a dick, I love posting here, and want it to be a positive experience for everyone who interacts with my posts. I'd also like maintain a certain amount of my own mental health. So, if you insist on continuing rude and harassing behavior, I will be forced to block you.

jztusk,
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@RickiTarr

👍I love it when someone who I follow for fairly silly stuff shows that they have well thought out principles on making the world a better place, and are bold in defending them.

Let's fix the bad stuff so we can get back to debating Count Chocula vs. Franken Berry: who'd make the better boyfriend?

taylorlorenz, to random
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This is great news Mehdi is a fantastic journalist https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/media/2024/02/28/mehdi-hasan-new-site-zeteo-msnbc/

jztusk,
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@taylorlorenz

This is bad news, he's using Substack.

StillIRise1963, to random
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Black people make up 14.4% of the American population. We can't vote away white supremacy and FASCISM. ONLY WHITE PEOPLE CAN DO THAT.

jztusk,
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@StillIRise1963

True. We gotta step up.

But as a white guy who knows that too many other white guys are fans of racist fascism, I know that we can't do it alone.

I appreciate all that you've done in the past, and I will always want you and need you as part of the coalition.

GottaLaff, to random
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🤨”Marianne Williamson announced she is unsuspending her Democratic presidential campaign.

In a statement, released the day after the Michigan primary in which a sizable amount of Democratic voters selected "uncommitted" ..Williamson pointed to what she said was the president's vulnerability in a general election..”

https://www.cnn.com/webview/politics/live-news/michigan-primary-02-27-24/h_65b4f95352c58db5315096872a2a3632?cid=ios_app

jztusk,
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@GottaLaff

Her chances are infinitesimal, but this costs her very little, so if I were her I might do that too.

It's also worth remembering that she isn't in this to win - her goal is to get as much exposure as possible from the electoral spotlight.

Basically, she just bought a bunch of mentions in the NYTimes for a very low price.

jztusk,
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@GottaLaff

Agree. And NYT is sure to spin this into their anti-Biden narrative. Williamson is a bad person for doing this. I was just putting out an idea for why she was doing this.

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