WISEGUY
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Gen X. #BLUE Safe space. DMs off. Visually impaired. Alt for @stephen5150.bsky.social
This guy never served. He faked an injury to avoid the draft. None of his children have served. He called those who did serve their country "suckers and losers." He skipped the centenary memorial for servicemen who died in WWI because it was drizzling. This is more than usually repellent.
QOTD: "A man slamming his rocket full speed into her, just to prove he can leave a scar, is how I know the Moon is a woman."
The cameras really shouldn't have been out that time of night. What were they wearing? 💀
Today, in 1961, President Lincoln Signed the Revenue Act President Abraham Lincoln signed the Revenue Act of 1861, creating the first federal income tax in United States history to help fund the American Civil War. It was a flat tax. The Revenue Act of 1862 established progressive tax brackets.
Today, in 1974, Nixon Released the Watergate Tapes Nixon released the "smoking gun" recording from June 23, 1973, revealing he had ordered the CIA to block the FBI's investigation into the Watergate break-in, forcing him to admit to his part which led to loss of support and his resignation.
Today is National Oyster Day Today honors the briny bivalves that have delighted palates for centuries. Early settlers highlighted their historical significance in American diet. The Greeks loved them so much, they began to cultivate oysters. They appeared in Roman mythology.
Today is National Couscous Day Today honors the fluffy, delicious and versatile grain, originating from North Africa centuries ago, as a healthy, fast and flexible alternative to traditional pasta and rice. It has a delightful taste when combined with herbs, spices, legumes and vegetables.
Prison slavery. According to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), roughly 800,000 of the nation's 1.2 million incarcerated individuals are prison laborers. ✅13th Amendment loophole-Abolishing slavery EXCEPT as a punishment for crime.
Today, in 1892, Andrew and Abby Borden were Murdered Wealthy businessman Andrew Borden and his second wife, Abby Borden, were brutally hacked to death with a hatchet inside their home in Fall River, MA. Andrew's daughter, Lizzie Borden, was arrested, tried and ultimately acquitted of the crimes.
Today, in 1962, Marilyn Monroe Died Her death, at 36, in her LA Brentwood CA home from an acute barbiturate overdose was officially ruled a probable suicide, though details and the exact timeline in the late evening hours have sparked decades of ongoing public interest and conspiracy theories.
Today is National White Wine Day Today highlights the diverse flavors, history & global popularity of white wine and celebrates their refreshing qualities & diverse food pairings. There are 600 different white wine grape varieties used in commercial winemaking around the world.
Today is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day Today honors the iconic American dessert invented by Ruth Graves Wakefield in the 1930s at the Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts, when she chopped up pieces of semi-sweet chocolate, stirring them into her cookie dough thinking they would melt.
Today, in 1958, the First Vessel Crossed under the North Pole Ice Cap USS Nautilus (SSN-571), the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, became the first vessel to successfully cross the North Pole submerged beneath the Arctic ice cap. "Operation Sunshine" was commanded by William R. Anderson.
Today is National Grab Some Nuts Day Today celebrates NUTS - a fun food day to highlight the rich history, great crunch and health benefits of eating nuts. Nuts have an impressive amount of protein, vitamins, minerals, potassium & iron. Pecans, almonds & pistachios are primarily grown in the U.S.
Today is National Watermelon Day Today celebrates the ultimate summer fruit known for its juicy sweetness and hydrating power, a beloved treat for centuries, originating in ancient Egypt. 92% of a watermelon is water. 85% of watermelons sold today are seedless. It takes 85-100 days to grow.
Today, in 1936, Jesse Owens Won the First of His Four Olympic Gold Medals Track-and-field star, one of 18 Black athletes on the US team at the Berlin Olympics, he won his first of four gold medals-the most of any American at the Games. Back home, only white Olympians were invited to the White House
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Today, in 1909, the First Lincoln Penny was put into Circulation Introduced to mark the 100th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's birth, it broke tradition, becoming the first circulating U.S. coin to feature a real, historical person instead of the traditional allegorical figure of Liberty.
Today, in 1790, the First U.S. Census Began This was the country's first national population count begun under Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson. It recorded a total U.S. population of 3,929,214 inhabitants across 17 states and territories. The census recorded only the head of the family by name.
Today, in 1934, German President Paul von Hindenburg Died His death removed the final constitutional barrier for Adolf Hitler, who immediately merged the offices of president and chancellor to become the absolute dictator of Germany. Hitler forces direct oaths of personal loyalty be sworn to him.
Today, in 1876, "Wild Bill" Hickok was Shot and Killed The legendary lawman and gunfighter, James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok, was shot and killed from behind by Jack McCall while playing poker in Deadwood, Dakota Territory. McCall was arrested, found innocent but rearrested, found guilty and hanged.
Today, in 1776, the Formal Signing of the Declaration of Independence took place Officially adopted on July 4th, the document had to be hand-written on parchment before delegates could sign it at the formal collective signing at the Pennsylvania State House (Independence Hall) in Philadelphia.
Today is Psychic Day Today honors intuition, ESP and the long history of human belief in divination and professional psychics and encourages everyone to explore their own innate abilities. It celebrates the fascinating world of intuition and extrasensory perception.
Today is National Ice Cream Sandwich Day Today honors the frozen treat first sold by an anonymous pushcart vendor in New York City's Bowery neighborhood around 1900 for a single penny. Early versions used simple sponge cake or thin wafers to hold the ice cream.
Not saying I had serious side effects, but after my 5th jab I could charge my phone by sitting on it- got mild telekinesis and every time I drive 88 miles MPH, I travel back in time. I'm actually posting this from last Tuesday. 💀
