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Tracy Wise
@frauwise.bsky.social
Writer. Focused on the present moment in the US & around the world. Supporter of liberal democracy. Personal account. *opinions my own* re-posts=look at this (vs approval) She/her/ella
On Thursday a remarkable woman won a by-election. On Friday a remarkable woman won the Nobel Peace Prize. The coverage has overwhelming been focused on the men who lost. It's 2026. Yet still.
CALIFORNIANS NEED TO SPREAD THIS FAR AND WIDE. Too many voters are low information and will vote yes on all three w/o realizing the latter cancels out the former
s. e. smith@sesmith.lol · yesterdayRepeat after me: Yes on 40, no on 41 and 42, which are designed to cancel out 40!
Holy shit they disenfranchised nearly ten percent of the population. It’s like a GOP wet dream
India Cut 130 Million From Voter Roll, Fueling Protests Against Modi
Public anger is growing over an exercise that critics say undermines the world’s largest democracy, particularly disenfranchising Muslims under the Hindu nationalist government.
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This weekend, am also reading Andrew McCarthy's WHO NEEDS FRIENDS. He is an engaging writer. The topic is also both interesting and rather sad: male friendship. As in, problematic and lack of in a large number of cases. It makes me thankful for my friendships. #BookSky
This weekend, I am reading TRACE ELEMENTS, a wonderful collection of essays by Jo Walton and Ada Palmer. One wonderful find: Jo Walton writing about reading Georgette Heyer. IYKYK. #Booksky
Putin's disinformation machine is global. Expect that a few 'Alberta separatists' and far right 'Conservatives' in BC may have suddenly stopped posting nasty comments. #abpoli #bcpoli
Mrs. Betty Bowers@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 3d agoIn case you were wondering why Donald’s biggest fans suddenly went silent . . .
Nonfiction sales are down, and publishers are quick to blame readers for wanting escapism over fact. But what if the industry’s own marketing and pricing decisions are driving the crisis? Essayist and contributing writer Tajja Isen investigates. thewalrus.ca/nonfiction-is-st...
How do I know Hegseth’s order to deny access to bases to members of Congress is about a cover up, not about safety? Because I asked for a military briefing at the embassy as a substitute and was told the policy prohibited military leaders in the region from even talking to me.
My thanks to B&N Rancho Cucamonga for being such awesome hosts today!! I sold books and met some terrific people!! #BookSky #ManufacturingADuchess @typeeighteenbooks.bsky.social
Metrolink riders brace yourselves: Fares will rise by up to 27% starting Monday
Metrolink riders brace yourselves: Fares will rise by up to 27% starting Monday
Metrolink fares are going up Monday for the first time in 13 years. The move comes in the midst of financial and maintenance challenges.
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Today, 8 years ago, my friend, Saudi Journalist and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered.
A cool question Mamdani raises regularly in an upbeat fashion is what if we lived in a society?
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani@mayor.nyc.gov · last wk.Calling all NYC artists — painters, filmmakers, poets, musicians and more! Did you know our city provides grants to support your work every year? And this year, we're DOUBLING the amount — from $5,000 up to $10,000 per artist! Deadlines are approaching fast — apply today at nyc.gov/artistgrants.
Stop by B&N Rancho Cucamonga on Saturday, #BookSky!
Type Eighteen Books@typeeighteenbooks.bsky.social · last wk.Tomorrow! Come on out to say hello to @frauwise.bsky.social, #booklovers! Manufacturing a Duchess is a tale of ambition, affection, and aristocracy. typeeighteenbooks.com/.../manufact... #booksigning #historicalfiction #newbooks
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Bernhard Weidinger@bweidin.bsky.social · last wk.In 2022, I conducted research at Northwestern on how American college fraternities compare to their 🇩🇪/🇦🇹 counterparts. Masculinity plays a key role in any all-male organization, but what is regarded as ideal masculinity differs. A couple of thoughts on the #Cornell57. 🧵 1/8 CN: sexualized violence.
CEO compensation has increased 1,316% since 1978. And worker compensation? Just 28%. The system is rigged. We need to start taxing the rich so they pay their fair share.
WashU has a hiring freeze and yet the Chancellor and Provost have found the money to hire in *exactly* the same areas: "viewpoint diversity" through the "Ordered Liberty Project" and 30 "AI" hires over 3 years. The lack of imagination by higher ed administrators is staggering.
Asheesh Kapur Siddique@asheeshks.org · 2w agoInteresting to see what Provost Manning is able to find money for amid this supposed "hiring freeze": AI and "viewpoint diversity."
My thanks to Siw Heede and Community Forward Redlands for this lovely coverage at my book event, hosted by the Friends of AK Smiley Public Library in Redlands, CA! #BookSky#WriterSky Redlands author Tracy Wise launches second book, ‘Manufacturing a Duchess’ share.google/SDOxweuRhndq...
Redlands author Tracy Wise launches second book, ‘Manufacturing a Duchess’
The Regency-era novel explores love, duty and the changing society of 1820s Britain as the Industrial Revolution takes hold.
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The pilgrimage from Adelanto to Los Angeles is stopping in my city for lunch and rest on Saturday. I plan to greet them and walk a short way with them in support. I donated to the Detatained Immigrant Bond Fund. You can do so here: www.cluejustice.org/detained-imm...
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The 988 suicide prevention hotline's Press 3 option — which provides specialized services to LGBTQ callers — has been restored more than a year after the Trump administration shut it down. Confirmed by HHS and the office of Senator Tammy Baldwin, who led on legislation that forced its restoration