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“I’m just here so I don’t get fined.” NYU. Hesitant Sociologist. Black tings. A Dream Dissolved (One Signal)

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Hannah BW@hbwhbwhbw.bsky.social · last mo.

obviously this is far from the worst thing Trump has done but has anyone noticed the distinctive pop-up ads on the White House website? next thing you know they’ll be offering 15% off

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dr. thrasher is stepping out (of academia)@thrasherxy.bsky.social · last mo.

BREAKING: I am suing Northwestern University, a member of congress, two cabinet secretaries and the Attorney General of the United States. I explain why in @literaryhub.bsky.social lithub.com/when-we-figh...

When We Fight, We Win: Why I Am Suing Northwestern University—and the US Government

Yesterday, I filed a lawsuit against Northwestern University and—in his official capacity as Chairman of the US House of Representatives House Committee on Education and the Workforce—Michigan Cong…

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Alex Ip 葉清霖@alexip718.com · 2mo ago

BREAKING: in June 2026, *every single one* of the 1,062 refugees admitted in the U.S. were white South Africans. In FY 2026, the U.S. has admitted a total of 7,727 white South Africans, three Afghans (back in November), and nobody else. For reference, the U.S. admitted 100,060 refugees in 2024.

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Alex Ip 葉清霖@alexip718.com · 3mo ago

BREAKING: in May 2026, *every single one* of the 599 refugees admitted in the U.S. were white South Africans. In FY 2026, the U.S. has admitted a total of 6,665 white South Africans, three Afghans (back in November 2025), and nobody else. For reference, the U.S. admitted 100,060 refugees in 2024.

Renee DiResta@noupside.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Today we beat Stephen Miller’s lawsuit mill in court! For 3 years I’ve been a defendant in a case filed by America First Legal on behalf of Gateway Pundit & a random antivaxxer we’d never heard of until she sued us. The plaintiffs claimed we “censored” them. It was a lie. They just lost.

Case 3:23-cv-00571-TAD-KDM Document 219 5979 Filed 07/01/26 Page 1 of 23 PagelD #: UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT WESTERN DISTRICT OF LOUISIANA MONROE DIVISION JILL HINES ET AL VERSUS ALEX STAMOS ET AL CASE NO. 3:23-CV-00571 JUDGE TERRY A. DOUGHTY MAG. JUDGE KAYLA D. MCCLUSKY MEMORANDUM RULING Before the Court is a Renewed Joint Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Subject Matter and Personal Jurisdiction [Doc. No. 191] filed by Defendants, Alex Stamos, Renée DiResta, the Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University, the Leland Stanford Junior University, Kate Starbird, Graphika, Camille François, the Atlantic Council, and Graham Brookie (collectively, "Defendants"). Plaintiffs, Jill Hines ("Hines") and Jim Hoft ("Hoft") (collectively, "Plaintiffs"), filed an Opposition [Doc. No. 207]. Defendants then filed a Reply [Doc. No. 209]. For the reasons set forth, Defendants' Motion is GRANTED. I. BACKGROUND This case is before the Court on limited remand to determine jurisdiction. Hines v. Stamos, 111 F.4th 551 (5th Cir. 2024); see also [Doc. No. 112]. On May 2,
andy™@andylevy.net · 2mo ago

New York City voters seemed energized by victories from Brad Lander, Darializa Chevalier, and Claire Lopez. But in this small diner roughly 75 miles outside of Topeka, news of the results was not welcomed as warmly

Prisonculture@prisonculture.bsky.social · 2mo ago

People keep acting like the fascists care about "crime." THEY DO NOT. They care about domination & fear. They will fearmonger re: "crimes" committed by out groups while cheering on the "crimes" committed by "their people" Meanwhile liberals keep bleating on about hypocrisy when hierarchy matters.

Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani@mayor.nyc.gov · 3mo ago

New York City, we have no excuse to be bored this summer. The map at Nyc.gov/summer is full of free and affordable stuff to do -- sports, music, arts, movies, video games and more -- in every borough.   The city is your backyard. Get out there and enjoy it.

Screenshot of nyc.gov/summer movies under the stars Picture of people watching a Pixar movie in the backgroundScreenshot of nyc.gov/summer Saturday night lights map Picture of basketball and basketball hoop in the backgroundScreenshot of nyc.gov/summer games programs Picture of kids on a computer in the backgroundScreenshot of nyc.gov/summer arts, and crafts map Picture of a child’s hands in finger paint making handprint paintings
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani@mayor.nyc.gov · 3mo ago

Young people are always told what not to do. But what should you do? Did you know that most public libraries have a Nintendo Switch to use? That parks show free movies at night? That there's a map of pickup basketball games?

A screenshot of the Summer in NYC website.
Sherrilyn Ifill@sifill.bsky.social · 3mo ago

MSM, some quick notes: 1. It’s not a settlement (the case was dismissed). 3. It’s not a ballroom (it’s a bunker). 3. It’s not a library (Trump said it will be a hotel). It matters that you get it right.

Dan Hirschman@asociologist.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Cornell just released this statement from its committee of Trustees investigating the incident where the President ran over a student's foot with his car. The statement extols the President and blames the students.

"The Ad Hoc Special Committee of the Board of Trustees, composed of the Chair and Vice Chairs of the Board of Trustees, has completed its review of the events of April 30, 2026, involving Cornell President Michael I. Kotlikoff and a group of individuals. In concluding its review, the Committee considered evidence gathered by the Cornell University Police Department (CUPD), which included information gathered at the scene of the incident, verified video footage, and a sworn statement provided by President Kotlikoff to CUPD. The individuals at the scene who reported that the vehicle made contact refused medical treatment from the EMS team and refused to provide sworn statements as to their account of the incident. None of the individuals at the scene have provided sworn statements to CUPD, despite CUPD’s repeated attempts to collect sworn statements in the days following the incident. Consistent with its commitment to ensuring a fair and thorough process, the Committee also engaged independent legal counsel to evaluate the independence and integrity of CUPD’s investigation into these events. The Committee has determined that the investigation conducted by CUPD was done pursuant to existing policies without any bias or undue influence. The Committee thanks CUPD for its professionalism and diligence in its independent investigation.""The Committee has found that the actions taken by these individuals on April 30th, which included following President Kotlikoff from an evening event into a parking lot and impeding his ability to leave, are inconsistent with university policies governing expressive activity and our standards for respectful conduct, safety, and the prohibition of intimidation. CUPD presented the evidence collected to the Tompkins County District Attorney’s office, which determined that no criminal charges were warranted against any individuals involved in this matter. President Kotlikoff has declined to pursue a complaint against the students involved, which would have been required to initiate action under the university’s code of conduct. Appropriate action is being taken against the non-students involved. Robust debate and peaceful protest are essential to academic life. Expressive activity must occur within the bounds of the law and with respect for the rights and safety of all members of our community. Over the course of his decades-long tenure at Cornell, President Kotlikoff has conveyed his strong belief that with freedom, particularly freedom of speech, comes responsibility. We urge our community to foster and uphold an environment where we allow for debate and dissent practiced with civility, respect, and accountability. President Kotlikoff has shown a steadfast commitment to Cornell’s values and principles, and we are confident he will continue to lead with integrity as we work together to carry out our shared mission to discover, preserve, and disseminate knowledge, to educate the next generation of global citizens, and to promote a culture of broad inquiry throughout and beyond the Cornell community."
W. Carson Byrd@wcbyrdphd.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Shared some thoughts about the continued attacks on medical school admissions. The DOJ seems to be going out of its way to not follow the SFFA ruling & willfully misinterpret what is allowed in holistic admissions reviews to project its own narrow interpretation that only GPAs & test scores matter.

DOJ accuses Yale and UCLA medical schools of discriminating against white and Asian applicants

The Justice Department sent a letter to Yale School of Medicine on Thursday, alleging it was illegally discriminating against applicants who are not Black

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Don Moynihan@donmoyn.bsky.social · 3mo ago

New piece in Science: Sudden elimination of USAID grants triggered waves of violence in affected regions in Africa, undermining civic governance and fueling civic unrest. www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...

Aiding peace or conflict? The impact of USAID cuts on violence

Less than a week after its inauguration, the second Trump administration issued a blanket stop-work order for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the largest national human...

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Rachel Fish@rachelefish.bsky.social · 4mo ago

While I won't say that there's *never* a case for sending a child with an IEP to a private school, it's hard to believe that this money couldn't be used more equitably, more efficiently, and more inclusively by creating better supports in our public schools.

Rachel Fish@rachelefish.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Think of all the special education teachers, therapists, and other special education staff we could hire to support many more students rather than paying for individuals to go to private schools!