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Damakant Jayshi

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Freelancer | Nieman Fellow For democracy and freedom of speech & expression - always. Ex: The Hindu, SouthAsiaCheck, Republica Nepal, The Kathmandu Post thepreamble.com

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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Definitely worth a read for parents. 5 Things You Can Do Now So Your Kids Want a Relationship With You as Adults open.substack.com/pub/sharonmc...
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5 Things You Can Do Now So Your Kids Want a Relationship With You as Adults
The everyday habits that build a bond your child chooses to keep
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Nepal's disaster: 3,916 people still out of contact, via ekantipur.com Here's the link to donate: help.ekantipur.com (On the page, scroll down for various options) OR, donate.gov.np
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Nepali Times editorial: 'Not if, but when next?' "Not since the 2015 earthquake has Nepal seen a disaster of this magnitude. In terms of economic damage to infrastructure and property, it is the worst in this country’s history." nepalitimes.com/not-if-but-w...
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Not if, but when next?
No one could have predicted this disaster would happen when it did, but we all knew it would happen one day.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
If you want to donate to Nepal disaster rescue and relief efforts, here's the link to the government relief fund: pmdrf.nchl.com.np.
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Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund – Government of Nepal
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Ryan Goodman @rgoodlaw.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
I unpacked Supreme Court mail-in ballot ruling @outfrontcnn.bsky.social ⤵️ - The Executive Order is still blocked under a totally separate court order. - States should win quick victories now that USPS has "final rule" (SCOTUS simply held it's premature before that final rule issues). Explanation:
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Maggie Astor @maggieastor.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
It is absolutely possible that there will be barriers/limitations in some states. That is undeniable. But I urge people not to draw conclusions about whether that's the case in their state based solely on what they're currently seeing in online schedulers. I'll continue to update as I learn more.
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Peter Baker @peterbakernyt.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Trump recently posted an image of himself and a "Mission Accomplished 2026" sign. Except that Trump’s war with Iran as it hits the six-month mark is anything but accomplished. Instead, Trump is stuck in a maddening purgatory between combat and peace. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/28/u...
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For Trump, the Iran War Is Stuck Between Combat and Genuine Peace
The war has deteriorated over the past six months into Mr. Trump’s own version of a “forever war,” with no clear goals and no end in sight.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Today’s newsletter: thepreamble.com/p/the-daily-...
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The Daily Brief — July 24, 2026
States that voted for Harris lost grants, new Trump tariffs, DOJ drops NYT subpoenas
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
The remarkable story of Lionel Messi’s meeting with a baby Lamine Yamal www.nytimes.com/athletic/561...
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The remarkable story of Lionel Messi's meeting with a baby Lamine Yamal
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
I feel sorry for Egypt's team. They played a great game, but their players suffered due to some poor refereeing - a sad reality of this tournament. I am a lifelong Messi and Argentina fan and relieved they moved to QF. But tonight, I'll be thinking of Salah and his teammates.🙏
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
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Regime Change
My interview with NYT journalists Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Happy 250th Independence Day, America! Summer Friday: Why Do We Celebrate With Fireworks? open.substack.com/pub/sharonmc...
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Summer Friday: Why Do We Celebrate With Fireworks?
How technology from China turned into a July 4 tradition
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
All of these deals are extensively covered stories, but reading about these in one single piece... From Heather Cox RichardsonJuly 1, 2026 open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...
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July 1, 2026
Today President Donald J.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Supreme Court rejects Trump’s push to overturn $5 million E. Jean Carroll verdict. The court left in place the jury's finding that Trump sexually abused Carroll in the 1990s and later defamed her after she went public with her claims. www.nbcnews.com/politics/sup...
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Supreme Court rejects Trump effort to overturn E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse and defamation verdict
The court left in place the jury's finding that Trump sexually abused Carroll in the 1990s and later defamed her after she went public with her claims.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
"Revelation is followed by reversal. When Oedipus’ (or Richard Nixon’s) crimes are exposed, he must fall from power. But not so Trump. ... What can journalists do in a world where there is no shame and, apparently, no consequence?"
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Graham Platner wins, US strikes in Iran, Trump signs $70B immigration bill into law thepreamble.com/p/the-daily-...
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The Daily Brief — June 10, 2026
Graham Platner wins, US strikes in Iran, Trump signs $70B immigration bill into law
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
On the emerging deal with Iran to end the war, Rep. Massie told NBC's Meet the Press that “if Lindsey Graham and Ted Cuz are crashing out last night, I’d say it’s probably a pretty good deal.” Pro-war Republicans bash the emerging deal. apnews.com/article/iran...
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Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump's emerging proposal to end the war
President Donald Trump’s emerging deal to end the Iran war is drawing heavy criticism from some fellow Republicans.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
NYT Publisher AG Sulzberger: "But rights are just ink on paper unless they’re exercised. Standing up for press freedom in court and losing is still a much healthier outcome than standing down and letting the administration simply rewrite the rules." www.nytco.com/press/ag-sul...
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AG Sulzberger: ‘We Will Not Compromise’ on Independent Reporting | The New York Times Company
The New York Times publisher spoke in defense of a free press hosted by Yale Law School’s Floy Abrams Institute.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Trump Bought Corporations’ Stock as His Administration Boosted Their Business www.notus.org/money/donald...
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Trump Bought Corporations’ Stock as His Administration Boosted Their Business
New federal disclosures indicate the president went on a stock-buying spree in early 2026.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Arshdeep calling Tilak 'andhera' is colourism and it is a problem, not banter www.espncricinfo.com/story/ipl-20...
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Arshdeep calling Tilak 'andhera' is colourism and it is a problem, not banter
The BCCI, the IPL and the teams are supposed to check this and make the sport a more inclusive space
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
'Of course the Supreme Court is political' thepreamble.com/p/of-course-...
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Of Course the Supreme Court is Political
Supreme Court justices have never been separate from our political system
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
'Key details that spread weren’t accurate: He was having an affair. (Rana is unmarried.) He retracted his lawsuit. (Not quite. It was refiled.) She was his supervisor. (She wasn’t.)' www.wsj.com/business/jpm...
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The JPMorgan Banker Behind the Sexual-Assault Suit Captivating Wall Street
Chirayu Rana set off a PR crisis inside America’s biggest bank. Now, his claims have gone viral, stoked by AI fakes.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Fox had to settle with Dominion with a similar to avoid being exposed over how it spread 2020 election lies. Newsom scores early win in his $787M lawsuit against Fox News www.sfgate.com/politics/art...
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Newsom scores early win in his $787M lawsuit against Fox News
Gavin Newsom is suing Fox News for $787 million over a defamation claim.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
College Where Charlie Kirk Was Killed Revokes Graduation Speaker’s Invite www.nytimes.com/2026/04/22/u...
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College Where Charlie Kirk Was Killed Revokes Graduation Speaker’s Invite
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I recently joined The Preamble as Senior Writer. We cover politics and the most consequential issues of the day – at a time when it’s badly needed. Please subscribe to our newsletter, The Daily Brief. There’s a lot more there beyond the daily brief. thepreamble.com
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The Preamble | Sharon McMahon | Substack
News, politics, and history from #1 NYT-bestselling author Sharon McMahon. Breaking down government and law in straightforward ways you won’t find anywhere else. If you want clarity and context — deli...
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Trump says the US is in “golden” age. Dunno abt that. But Nepal’s new government, led by PM Balendra Shah, is undoubtedly golden. “Gonna be, gonna be golden, We’re goin’ up, up, up, No fears, no lies, that’s who we’re born to be”… (Want to see how much other party leaders have!)
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
It would deploying US troops to Iran for days, if mot weeks. Trump Weighs Military Operation to Extract Iran’s Uranium www.wsj.com/politics/nat...
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Exclusive | Trump Weighs Military Operation to Extract Iran’s Uranium
The president hasn’t made a decision, U.S. officials said, as he considers the risk to U.S. troops.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
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पूर्वप्रधानमन्त्री ओली र पूर्वगृहमन्त्री लेखक पक्राउ : चयनात्मक निर्णय र पक्राउ पुर्जीको प्रक्रियामा प्रश्न
भाग्ने वा प्रमाण नष्ट गर्ने अवस्थामा जारी गर्नुपर्ने ‘जरुरी पक्राउ पुर्जी’ ओली र लेखकका हकमा आवश्यक थियो वा थिएन भन्ने विषय विवादमा । जाँचबुझ आयोगले सिफारिस गरेकामध्ये सुरक्षा संयन्त्रसँग सम्बन्धितका ...
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
The difference in reactions to ex-PM Oli's, ex-home minister Lekhak's arrests from their respective parties is telling. Nepali Congress: No one is above the law but the arrests are selective. CPN-UML: vindictive, unlawful. UML: setopati.com/politics/385... NC: www.setopati.com/politics/385...
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भदौ २३ र २४ गतेका दुवै घटनामा संलग्नलाई कारबाही हुनुपर्छ, हाम्रो साथ छ- कांग्रेस
सरकारले पूर्वप्रधानमन्त्री एवम् नेकपा (एमाले)का अध्यक्ष केपी शर्मा ओली र पूर्वगृहमन्त्री रमेश लेखकलाई पक्राउ गरेको घटनामा नेपाली कांग्रेसले आफ्नो धारणा सार्वजनिक गरेको छ।
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François Heisbourg @fheisbourg.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Wow
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
This article is being talked about a lot. We can see why. So prescient. www.foreignaffairs.com/middle-east/...
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Why Iran Will Escalate
U.S. military strikes and the risk of a quagmire.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
"During the suffrage movement, not only did anti-suffragists oppose any women having the right to vote, but some made arguments explicitly claiming that marriage itself made women’s votes irrelevant or problematic." How the SAVE Act Advances a Hidden Agenda open.substack.com/pub/sharonmc...
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How the SAVE Act Advances a Hidden Agenda
Old ideas about women and voting are showing up around the SAVE Act fight
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 11/03/2026
Trump: "They knocked out 54 ships in two days. I got mad at my people. I said, 'Why the hell did we kill them? Why didn't we just capture them and use them in our Navy?' They said they wouldn't have qualified for that. One of my generals said, 'Sir, it's a lot more fun doing it this way.'"
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
At my Decatur, GA neighborhood gas station
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
A very clear mandate for change in Nepal’s elections. At the very least, it is a wave election, and the PR results will show whether it is actually a tsunami. 1/
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
UAE billionaire Habtoor openly lambasts Trump over Iran war www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
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UAE billionaire Habtoor openly lambasts Trump over Iran war
The Emirati businessman condemned the US president, a former business partner, for his “dangerous” attack on Iran and asked whether he had stopped to consider the collateral damage.
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Gail Cornwall @gailcornwall.com · 05/03/2026
The AI voice reading me this article pronounced ACL “tears” as rhyming with “fears,” and I can’t say it’s wrong, given the content of the story. @craigwelch.bsky.social puts the promise and pity of the FIFA 11+ in context for @nytimes.com. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/m...
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Why Are So Many Teen Girls Still Tearing Their A.C.L.s?
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Catherine Rampell @crampell.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
“Police reported that Johnson, 45, tried to keep the children quiet by telling them he would share millions of dollars in restitution money he expected to receive from the Trump administration in connection with his Jan. 6 case.” www.npr.org/2026/03/05/n...
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A Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by Trump was sentenced to life in prison for child sex abuse
Since receiving presidential pardons, dozens of former Capitol rioters have gotten into more legal trouble. In Florida, Andrew Paul Johnson was sentenced to life in prison for child sex abuse.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Nepal conducts a largely peaceful parliamentary election. Leaders from a number of political parties praise the interim government. Many had doubted whether it could be done on schedule and others feared large-scale violence, disruptions. #NepalElection2082 #NepalElection2026
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
An excellent explanation of War Powers Resolution. Does the president have the unilateral authority to launch military strikes – even to take the United States to war – without Congress? The Law That Nobody Enforces open.substack.com/pub/sharonmc...
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The Law That Nobody Enforces
The War Powers Resolution is supposed to stop presidents from starting wars — but most ignore it
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
"Twelve nations. In 36 hours. The question everyone is asking: Why? Why civilian targets? Why Dubai?" Why Is Iran Attacking Its Neighbors? open.substack.com/pub/sharonmc...
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Why Is Iran Attacking Its Neighbors?
Gulf states like the UAE, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia have all been dragged into the conflict
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
At least 80 children dead as missile reportedly hits school in southern Iran. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/f...
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At least 80 children dead as missile reportedly hits school in southern Iran
The building appears to be among many devastated in Trump’s ‘major combat operations’ as long expected attacks arrive
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
A must read from my friend and fellow Nieman @craigwelch.bsky.social Why Are So Many Teen Girls Still Tearing Their A.C.L.s? www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/m...
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Why Are So Many Teen Girls Still Tearing Their A.C.L.s?
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CNN @cnn.com · 15/02/2026
A Chicago teen who spoke out for her father’s release after he was detained last fall by immigration officials in a deportation case has died after battling a rare form of cancer.
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Teen girl whose Chicago father was detained in an immigration case dies from a rare cancer | CNN
A Chicago teen who spoke out for her father’s release after he was detained last fall by immigration officials in a deportation case has died after battling a rare form of cancer.
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Mindcite💥 @mindcite.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
You cannot do a kindness too soon, because you never know how soon it will be too late. --Emerson ⏱ #ShareGreatNotHate
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
So @gallup.com does have some history on this topic. Gallup will no longer measure presidential approval after 88 years thehill.com/homenews/med...
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Gallup will no longer measure presidential approval after 88 years
Gallup will no longer track presidential approval ratings after more than eight decades doing so, the public opinion polling agency confirmed to The Hill on Wednesday. The company said starting thi…
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Brandon Friedman @brandonfriedman.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
If you saw today's headline that Gallup will stop measuring presidential approval, they did the same thing in 2018. They do it whenever Trump is president.
The Hill: Gallup will no longer measure presidential approval after 88 years
by Dominick Mastrangelo - 02/11/26 10:38 AM ETPolitico: Gallup retreats from political polling , again under new leadership

Gallup will announce friday that it plans to measure President Donald Trump's job approval rating only on a monthly basis.

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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Anthropic safety researcher quits, warning ‘world is in peril’ www.semafor.com/article/02/1...
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Anthropic safety researcher quits, warning ‘world is in peril’
Other AI safety researchers have also left leading firms, citing concerns about potentially catastrophic risks.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
This is at once frightening and perhaps a hopeful piece, from Matt Shumer. Depends on how one sees it. Certainly points to what lies ahead. "Judging AI based on free-tier ChatGPT is like evaluating the state of smartphones by using a flip phone." shumer.dev/something-bi...
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Something Big Is Happening
A personal note for non-tech friends and family on what AI is starting to change.
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Damakant Jayshi @damakant.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
The DHS claim of going after the 'worst of the worst' does not comfort with these stats from @TRACReports. Among those detained post government shutdown, 97% have no criminal conviction. And the criminal convictions also include "minor traffic offenses." Link: tracreports.org/reports/767/
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