Finished The Sirens of Titan, a satirical science fiction novel by Kurt Vonnegut. Enjoyed it very much. “A purpose of human life, no matter who is controlling it, is to love whoever is around to be loved.” Borrowed from the Austin Public Library.
Sonia Ansari
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wife and mother, Pakistani-American Texas girl, democratic socialist, immigration attorney/librarian, I love reading books, watching movies, listening to music, walking, and hanging out with my dog, Cheddar. #insulin4all
James Talarico on Texas officially banning THC: “Texans aren’t going to stop smoking weed and eating edibles because politicians in Austin say so. We are now telling full-grown adults how to live their lives. This is the nanny state at its worst; this is big government at its worst."
Saw a good post that said the reason sexual assault is devastating politically for democrats and not for republicans Is because we’re the good guys and they are the bad guys. It’s that simple, post said if you don’t like it, go be a Republican.
Just released budget extension in Senate includes provision based on my bipartisan bill to delay onerous hemp restrictions so we can put more sensible safety rules in place like we have in Minnesota. It goes through mid-December but that should allow more work on this issue.
Read Bryan Washington’s terrific new novel, Palaver, in one sitting this evening. My friend, Steve, enjoyed it as well. Borrowed from the Austin Public Library.
Loved The Slip by Austin writer, Lucas Schaefer. A masterful novel. My friends, Steve and Corrie, loved it too. Borrowed from the Austin Public Library but soon purchased because I knew it was a book I’d want to loan out to all my friends. Takes place in Austin.
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“Less Regulated Than Sandwiches”: MIT Prof. Calls for Oversight as OpenAI Agent Hacks Other Firms
Artificial intelligence tools are quickly advancing in sophistication and capabilities, raising alarm among researchers and industry figures who say the technology needs to be more tightly regulated. ...
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We only rate dogs. This is a bed bug. She's very cute, and we actually wouldn't mind an infestation of this particular bed bug. But please only send dogs. Thank you... 12/10 (TT: lekik25)
Read Into the Wood Chipper by Nicholas Enrich today. A behind the scenes, blow by blow account of the total destruction of USAID by Trump and Musk. So senseless and cruel. Highly recommend. Borrowed from the Austin Public Library.
We only rate dogs. This is a very fast tater tot. Please stay out of the way as he clearly has places to be, and only send dogs. Thank you... 12/10 (IG: choppertp)
BREAKING: In my lawsuit against Todd Blanche for the Epstein Files, Judge Sullivan has just ordered Blanche to produce, in camera (in chambers), the UNREDACTED emails & documents, and Blanche must bring documentation supporting his representations the DOJ’s redactions are what he claims they are.
not really surprised to learn that terminal stupidity and racism is the reason i can’t walk into a CVS and just buy a toothbrush without flagging down the one person who might be in the store dannykatch.substack.com/p/we-used-to...
We used to be able to buy things in this country
Locking up toothpaste was a warning sign that our executive class was crazy
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New York City is about 12% Muslim and is considered one of the most liberal cities in the country. The idea that Muslims cannot coexist with others is ridiculous—it is nothing more than a hateful dog whistle.
Shapiro: It doesn’t matter how you worship. It doesn’t matter if you’re from a rural, urban, or suburban community. That sort of belief—that you love your neighbor, that you look out for your community—those are American values. The reality here is we have a government that doesn’t understand that
Thoroughly enjoyed This Land Is Your Land: A Roadtrip through U.S. History by Beverly Gage. Borrowed from the Austin Public Library.
A disgrace
Aric Toler@aric.bsky.social · 2w agoThe Pentagon removed the names of 4 servicemembers who died in Jordan from their official list of Iran war casualties. They explain that this is because "their deaths occurred after President Trump declared a cease-fire in the war in April." Free gift link: www.nytimes.com/2026/07/23/u...
AOC: I believe in guaranteeing health care to every American. I believe in raising the minimum wage. I believe in strong unions. And so, yeah, if a Republican wants to call a stronger union communist, they’re more than welcome to do that. I’m not going to be deterred.
This is Rooster. He has his hammock, a giant fan, and no responsibilities. 12/10 living the dream (TT: clousehouse)
Did you know that Davy Crockett voted against the Indian Removal Act of 1830, calling it cruel? This is why I hate the argument that people have to be judged by the times they lived in. There were always people who knew what was right.
