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@cynleader.bsky.social
Pro-democracy, pro-women's rights, public policy wonk, fighter for the Constitution and rule of law. I dissent and resist! No posts, won't follow - No porn - Married
Solnit explains the intent in creating the manosphere and the destructive movement it spawned. Too bad there is a paywall but the few paragraphs shown are worth that glimpse. Great quote introducing the article!
Rebecca Solnit@rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · yesterday"Today, a vast array of online platforms—misogynistic porn, crypto, sports-betting and prediction markets, masculinity influencers, and right-wing and racist propaganda—gnaws through minds, hearts, and souls on its way to wallets."
It's paired with an edited transcript of a conversation I had with the ever-brilliant @theradr.bsky.social and Marina Sitrin in the wake of the Cornell gang rape news.
“We Can’t Punish Our Way Out of This”: A Conversation on Meaningful Accountability After Cornell
A discussion with Rebecca Solnit and Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg about what accountability should look like for survivors of sexual assault and rape.
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Last night, Starlink was reportedly restricted in Ukraine due to a political decision made in Washington. Europeans should be aware that it is dangerous to depend on a partly hostile government for your security, as they could blackmail you at any time. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/o...
Ukrainian soldiers in combat have access to Starlink satellite internet restricted
Outage of system managed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX comes as Russia launches ballistic missiles at Ukraine without any advance warning from US
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Zelensky is right - betraying Ukraine puts the US on the wrong side of history. And the same side as evil.
Republicans Against Trumpism@rpsagainsttrump.bsky.social · 11h agoZelensky: It's a pity that we are losing a strong partner. Morgan: You think you're losing America? Zelensky: Yeah, but not because of us. We can’t be weak. Otherwise, we can’t survive… This is why it’s painful when Trump chooses to be on Russia’s side. This is not the right side of history.
"Almost all words do have color, and nothing is more pleasant than to utter a pink word and see someone’s eyes light up and know it is a pink word for him or her, too.” – Gladys Taber
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My son's new music video for his new album - enjoy! youtu.be/L5xbQZkj_cw?...
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Voltaire also said "Every man is guilty of all the good he did not do." Words I live by!
The Wolfpack@wolfpack11720.bsky.social · 2d agoPrejudices are what rule the vulgar crowd. ~ Voltaire @bagleycartoons.bsky.social
I get it. Outrage is great but accountability is better. We see this over and over and no teeth. We need perp walks.
There's definitely a quid pro quo between Putin and Trump. And we are paying it.
Anne Applebaum@anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 3d agoThere is, writes @davidfrum.bsky.social, an "implicit quid pro quo in these lucrative deals offered to Trump’s family and friends: If you compel Ukraine to surrender, we will enrich you beyond reckoning" www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/1...
Ukraine’s future belongs to Ukrainians. It does not belong to an American president looking for a quick political win to bolster his second term, and it certainly does not belong to the dictator trying to erase them from history. -Michael Jochum
Zelensky is the hero all people should aspire to be. Read this thread about his leadership and undaunted fight for his people and democracy everywhere. A man who can look in the mirror without question. A man of moral fortitude, a champion fighting the darkness and betrayals. Unbreakable resolve!
conifergirl.bsky.social@conifergirl.bsky.social · 3d agoI struggle to think of any leader in modern history who has carried the agony of an entire nation on his shoulders with such quiet dignity, such relentless resolve, and such unwavering commitment to pulling his people out of darkness
The scars being inflicted on children by the US and other autocracies will be felt by the generations to come. Their harm will haunt us. The memory of the immorality towards them is indelible.
@msesq.bsky.social · 2d ago
Trump showing himself again as a Russian asset. The betrayal of Ukraine by the US will live in infamy.
Anne Applebaum@anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 3d ago"The amount of fuel Russia could export is too small, the impact on pricing too slight, the narrative too late to shape electoral outcomes: This looks, instead, like something very different: an abrupt, Hail Mary attempt to force Ukraine to surrender" www.theatlantic.com/idea/2026/10...
Columbus Day is when Americans who say all immigrants are thieves, rapists and murderers.... ...celebrate an immigrant who thieved, raped and murdered
Looks like we need to learn more about lustration so we can root out the bad actors in government and contractors once the regime is ended. Lustration is an official, public process used to purge a government of officials tied to past abuses. It is used to rebuild public trust & ensure abuses stop.
Elizabeth Cronise McLaughlin@ecmclaughlin.bsky.social · 3d agoThere’s a process called lustration that has been used as a part of transitional justice after the fall of dictators in other nations. Ive had a few conversations with international scholars who study it. We’re going to need it here.
Monica does it again - great pack! So glad to be included!
Monica@softtail65.bsky.social · 3d agoMonica's Place Sunday Funday Starter Pack! 🌊💙🌊 So many great Resisters & Democracy Defenders for you to connect with tonight! This pack has over 60 accounts under 20k! Lots of great people! #ResistersUnite 🤝 #StrongerTogether 💪 Check it out! 👀 Vet 🧐, Follow 👣 & Repost 🔄 Ty! 🥰 go.bsky.app/4RgXNn6
"Many people in Trump’s orbit view their positions not as public service but as a profit center. There’s a long pattern of former officials capitalizing on government & political work, but Trump’s aides aren’t willing to wait until they leave to start taking. Trump world is a team of mercenaries."
Anne Applebaum@anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 6d agoTeam of Mercenaries by @GrahamDavidA www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/...
Better get this drooling idiot a big bib so he doesn't stain his extra long red tie!
shauna@goldengateblond.bsky.social · 4d agoi started laughing when i saw why he wouldn't rename the goddamned mississippi river and by the time i got to the part where he might try to rename a fucking OCEAN after himself i was full-on cackling
I guess we know what the “quo” is for the “quid” of Russia ostensibly supplying diesel to the U.S.
Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com · 5d ago“Zelenskyy could’ve stopped this war many times, and he chose not to … he better damn well stop” — Trump is no longer trying to conceal that he’s fully on Putin’s side
"When Christianity stops following a guy that challenges power & becomes a branding exercise for people obsessed w/power, Jesus becomes a logo & the teachings about mercy, forgiveness & loving your enemies become inconvenient fine print. Then Christianity isn't check on power, it's camouflage."
John Fugelsang@johnfugelsang.bsky.social · 5d agoPete Hegseth has killed far, far more humans than the murderous Major Nidal Hasan. johnfugelsang.substack.com/p/americas-f...
Trump is election tampering. "We mustn't let them get away with what they are planning-we have to show up in large numbers to send a clear message to the world that's bearing witness. Patel, the former podcast host, will be going to Russia because Trump has never won an election without their help."
Noel Casler Comedy@noelcaslercomedy.bsky.social · 4d ago“Trump’s reign was always gonna end in violence as part of its tawdry reality show formula because he himself is such a connoisseur, and all of the actions of his administration are aimed at pleasing POTUS first and foremost.” noelcasler.substack.com/p/schism?r=1...
An Ecuadorian judge acquitted 32 crew members of two fishing boats on Wednesday, finding no evidence that they had collaborated with drug trafficking networks after the vessels were intercepted and destroyed by U.S. military forces in the Pacific Ocean. www.telesurenglish.net/ecuador-judg...
Ecuador Judge Acquits 32 Crew Members of Boats Destroyed by U.S. Military - teleSUR English
The ruling covers eight members of the vessel Conquista 2 and 24 from the María Candelaria. Both boats are part of a group of eight fishing vessels sunk
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"As a man in AZ D8, I apologize to Bernadette Green-Placentia for tolerating a culture in our community that not only permits such an evil act but presumably cultivates individuals capable of it. Silence in the face of such evil is nothing short of cowardice. I thank her for continuing her campaign.
Jaye@jaybird54.bsky.social · 3d agoSo much gratitude to Monte Mader for helping Jason reach so many people. A lot of amazing things have come into my life through my friendship with Jason & one of the best was meeting Monte. Please take a moment to read Jason’s words—and get to know Monte, too. I’m grateful for them both.
