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Now you see the violence inherent in the system!

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"You played it for her, you can play it for me... Play it!"

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The Empire Strikes Back...and also this is a Mandela Effect wrong version...

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

"Listen, strange women lying in ponds distributing swords is no basis for a system of government. Supreme executive power derives from a mandate from the masses, not from some farcical aquatic ceremony."

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I can hear Norm MacDonald saying something like…it’s not the expelling that ruins there lives….its the raping!

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I have heard that women with bows, that know how to use them, are at least some degree safer than the average American woman...

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Am I missing something... In Schmitt's mind all that would have made Jack Smith guilty of this conspiracy is happening to be in the same, very large city as Fani Willis? Doing a public event...not with Fani Willis. Even his f'd up gotcha seems absurd.

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

This makes me really mad. Take care of yourself, and hugs your way.

I must admit to a bit of a blind spot about Altman's details. Sounds like I have a rabbit hole to go down...

Also, while I through out Zuckerberg in my list, I think Musk is the closer corollary... I think the only reason that Musk is not in the same boat as Holmes is because the crazy idea he had was actually possible...it has nothing to do with either their moral compass or genius, just luck.

That balance is always going to be a challenge of art, especially art meant for mass consumption and profit. But the challenge doesn't mean this should be avoided. As with all art, some will succeed and some will fail.

I also think there may be a little more to gain about a cautionary tale about a tech mogul than there is about a serial killer. Her potential impact, and the impacts of the Musks, Zuckerbergs, and Thiels may have some corollaries worth this exploration (though that still needs to be proven)

A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

So the main issue is diesel prices, I assume? Not sure how effective striking will be...but not like I have better ideas. I could see a very unproductive Trump freak-out from this.

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Put another way, in an administration that seems to seek out those divorced from reality, nominating someone that might live in the real world half the time is more than I've come to expect. This takes nothing away from your comments on her flaws or lack of experience. Just a "it could be worse".

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Thank you for this article, that went a little more in depth. I still have the impression that she may be a bit better than the average Trump nominee (which, admittedly, is a very low bar). Comparing her to someone like RFK jr., and there at least seems to be some vestiges of critical thinking.

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You most definitely know more on this subject than I do, but that implies some pretty bad reporting in that article, because the article implies the opposite of disseminating false information on vaxes. Is this just show for her confirmation hearing? Odd that one still needs to pretend that message.

A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

In the world we live in, this may be an odd one. By actual standards Ms. Scofield is right. But in contrast to most Trump appointees, she seems to not be crazy, to have some actual concept of what the job is, and have some belief in science. Faint praise, I know, but still actual (relative) praise.

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Unsure how I've never encountered you before!?! Great video, and just a great voice in these anxiety inducing times. Thank you.

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Harry Truman: The Buck Stops Here Donald Trump: The Buck Stops Anywhere but Here

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Well the reality of how this should work, is we put pressure on the Democratic party as a whole to have more defined and progressive planks to their platform, and they talk to him behind closed doors. Is this happening....no...

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On the last half of your post we agree completely. All I might argue is that this pressure may be best applied behind the scenes during an election and more directly when he is office.

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In a world with more than binary choices, I'd agree with you more. Apparently a binary world is not the most effective... (and I mean this in politics and beyond)

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First off, I'm somewhat playing devil's advocate, not necessarily making my own argument. Second, there is some chance of persuading Talarico to rethink his current stances. There is 0 chance of that with Ken Paxton. Voter's have shown themselves to say "f' it" when the narrative gets too nuanced.

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

So here is a possible argument. If the issues that are being debated are minor, and maybe can shift for Talarico again after he is elected, we shouldn't be dwelling on them now, because of the potential enthusiasm/get out the vote drop, that could cost the election and make this all moot.

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For all you Dungeon Crawler Carl fans, she reminds me of Samantha...

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Probably not going to be able to set up their own door to door delivery service, but maybe some key pick-up locations. Seems like this could back fire, as this might tend to disenfranchise the electorate who is less motivated, which wouldn't be democrats this cycle!

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Just to clarify, am I reading this correctly. This is when a County Registrar sends ballots out, not when they come in. So, if you don't get a ballot in the mail (because of this), you can request one. Am I getting all of that right? Mailings going from voters would not be in batches...correct?

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Just to clarify, am I reading this correctly. This is when a County Registrar sends ballots out, not when they come in. So, if you don't get a ballot in the mail (because of this), you can request one. Am I getting all of that right. Mailings going from voters would not be in batches...correct?

Just to clarify, am I reading this correctly. This is when a County Registrar sends ballots out, not when they come in. So, if you don't get a ballot in the mail (because of this), you can request one. Am I getting all of that right. Mailings going from voters would not be in batches...correct?

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Just to clarify, am I reading this correctly. This is when a County Registrar sends ballots out, not when they come in. So, if you don't get a ballot in the mail (because of this), you can request one. Am I getting all of that right. Mailings going from voters would not be in batches...correct?

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I just don't see the equivalency between your example and Covid vaccine requirements... A much closer corollary would be Polio vaccines or driver's license requirements. The difference is scientific backing and general public good, neither of which are part of your example.

A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

He has a right to choose not to vaccinate. He does not have a right to travel to play tennis in violation of a countries health policies to protect their population. And while being a public figure does not obligate him to any certain actions, he can expect to be called out when he advocates B.S.

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Happy Birthday to TV's Frank!!

I disagree that there is no difference between how policy handles transmittable diseases and how they handle abortion. Vaccine programs effectiveness relies far more on widespread immunity than individual immunity. There seems no equivalent conversation around abortion.

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He did appeal his decision (as was his right). All signs are that he knew he was pushing the limits of Australian law and hoped that a combination of his celebrity and having a document (even that didn't meet the requirements) would be enough.

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This is a valid concern, and one we should always be asking ourselves. I still think it is valid for people to express justified contempt, and to remind others of the origin of that contempt. It is important to always be truthful, and not capriciously cruel.

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When looking at the long tail of his influence as a top athlete, his choice almost definitely cost lives...

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A Tom @atoms99.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

What he demanded was that he not have to vax, but still be able to go about his life and sport as if the disease didn't exist. At that point it is not just about his own body. Also, his high visibility matters. His choice affirmed others who were on the fence to do the same.

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And let it roll to play a few others too....