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This is both useful guidance (how to turn off AI summaries in Google), and also an important way to think. "it’s worth pushing past what you think you can accomplish. If something’s not working, don’t give up—try to figure out why. You might just fix it." buttondown.com/justinpot/ar...

How to turn off those AI summaries (and other thoughts)

Hi! This week I’m going to show you how to turn off Google’s AI feature, then talk a bit about why it’s fun to make things working How to get the old Google...

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If on Facebook visit @friendsoftheinyo.bsky.social for a video explainer and #AltCitizen call to action. Looks like @resistancerangers.altgov.info collaborating (follow them, please, they do great work). Your 🗣️ helps. Modify the example comment as your own (Copy/paste gets thrown out 🗑️)

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We have until July 31st to comment on a rule change that removes future public comments...
Find the Comment Portal here: https:// www.federalregister.gov/documents/
2026/07/01/2026-13281/organization-functions-and-procedures-public-notice-and-comment-for-standards-criteria-and-guidance#
_ Sample Script (MAKE THIS YOUR OWN OR THEY WILL THROW IT OUT):
I'm writing to oppose this rule change, which would cut the public out of decisions about how the Forest Service manages the land we all rely on.
[Put here what forest you personally connect with and describe what you do there and why you want to be included in decisions on that land]
Forest Service Manuals and Handbooks set the rules for grazing allotments, timber sales, mining exploration, and land-use planning on the ground. They shouldn't be treated as advisory texts.
Rolling back comment access on directive changes removes one of the only tools the public has to catch bad decisions before they're locked in. Changes to a Forest Service Handbook can shape everything from mining review to trail access and the public deserves a say in that.
I'm asking the Forest Service to withdraw this proposal and keep directive changes, Manual and Handbook alike, open to public comment.
Alt US Forest Service@altusfs.altgov.info · 2mo ago

“The Forest Service Handbooks would be redefined as advisory and informational guidance that Agency employees may deviate from without documenting or justifying alternate actions.” Comments open to 07/31/26.: www.regulations.gov. In the search box, enter “RIN 0596-AD74,” click the “Search” button.

Forest Service Facebook post:

“The Forest Service is inviting public comments on a proposed rule to modernize our directives system. This update would streamline manuals and handbooks, reduce procedural burdens, encourage innovation, and return more decision-making authority to employees in the field.
The public comment period is open for 30 days. You can read the proposed rule and submit comments at Regulations.gov.
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Forest Service is inviting public comment on a proposed rule to modernize its directives ”

have fun at Anthrocon ya weirdos don't die of heatstroke b/c fursuit + pittsburgh july + walking around downtown is a nightmare combo. drink lots of water and actually no just reschedule this thing for april or something what are you doing

Our In Bed by Ten Juneteenth party is TONIGHT at Spirit! HUNY XO is bringing the party with DJ FEMI & YAMEZ starting at 6pm sharp, playing music from the Black Diaspora. $15 tickets at the door, cash only, or grab your advance tickets now so you’re not left out. Proceeds benefit Sibyl's Shrine!

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