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Dan Hultgren

@diftol.bsky.social
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Humanitarian, environmentalist, union organiser and philosophy/astrophysics nerd. US born / UK living.

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Lambeth Green Party @lambethgreenparty.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
We all want councillors who stand up for politicians and stand up for what's right. Sonia Winifred has proved that's her.
Political poster in dark green with headline "SHE'S GREEN FOR AN AMAZING REASON!" showing a green-tinted portrait of a woman wearing a Green Party rosette; text says she was suspended by Labour for voting for a Gaza ceasefire and now fights neglect of Myatt's Fields.
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London Review of Books @lrb.co.uk · 06/09/2026
In our latest issue, @jamesmeek.bsky.social writes about gentrification, regeneration and Britain’s social housing crisis. Read here: www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v4...
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
From the NHS to our energy grid, we are too reliant on US tech. Sign the petition to stop Trump's kill switch and demand digital independence: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
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Stop the "Kill Switch": Demand the UK takes back control of our technology.
From the NHS to our energy grid, we are too reliant on US tech. Help us demand digital independence.
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Tech Policy Press @techpolicypress.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
As opposition to data centers grows across the United States, the tech industry is "pulling from tried-and-tested playbooks" to bypass it, write Dean Jackson and Samantha Totoni—from nonprofit front groups to super PACs to tightly managed public forums.
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Big Tech’s PR Playbook for Overcoming Data Center Opponents
The tech industry is pulling from tried-and-tested playbooks to bypass and securitize public opposition, write Dean Jackson and Sam Totoni.
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
The Iran war is making everything more expensive for us, but some companies are cashing in. Don't think that's right? Sign @taxjusticeuk.bsky.social's petition now demanding they are taxed more on their record profits to help us all with the cost of living. 🔗 you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ra...
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Sign the Urgent Petition - End this rip-off
People in the UK are struggling to get by while some corporations are set to announce record high profits on the back of the Iran war. Join the campaign to demand these war profiteers are taxed so we ...
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Covering Climate Now @coveringclimatenow.org · 08/08/2026
Major oil firms recorded a staggering $97 billion in profits in Q2 of 2026 as the Iran War sent oil prices surging, renewing calls for Big Oil to pay for environmental damages caused by the emissions-fueled climate crisis. By Jillian Ambrose and @dpcarrington.bsky.social for @theguardian.com:
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Revealed: major oil firms make $93bn profits amid war and climate crisis
Iran conflict windfall over three months reignites calls for companies ‘cashing in on human misery’ to pay for environmental damage
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London Review of Books @lrb.co.uk · 07/08/2026
‘Monumental mobilisation and crushing defeat produced perplexingly medium-sized consequences.’ Florence Sutcliffe-Braithwaite on the General Strike: www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v4...
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Florence Sutcliffe-Braithwaite · An ’ell of an ’eadache: The General Strike
Between 4 and 12 May 1926, nearly three million workers – 20 per cent of the adult population – downed tools, and...
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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
The arguments trotted out against leaving fossil fuels in the ground are strikingly similar to the arguments trotted out against ending the slave trade, 230 years ago. 1. If we stop trading slaves / extracting fossil fuels, Britain’s economy will collapse 🧵
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
EU digital rights are under attack! @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu is weakening protections against Big Tech and its AI, instead of defending our democracy and privacy. Let's make our voices heard: demand she stands strong. Sign the petition now! share.greens-efa.eu/s/y7imTUcv
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My data, my choice - sign the petition
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Electronic Frontier Foundation @eff.org · 23/07/2026
The KIDS Act will effectively create a new mass surveillance system, EFF’s @irmck.bsky.social wrote for @coindesk.com. Your current online usage is not necessarily linked to your specific identity; if this bill passes, that will likely change.
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The KIDS Act is way worse than digital carding — it is a mass surveillance system
The fact that lawmakers are even contemplating a bill that would create a surveillance and censorship regime should be a wake-up call for everyone who values privacy and free expression, argues Electr...
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
As Burnham continues Starmer's defence spending hikes funded by welfare cuts, the Greens' failure to take a clear anti-war stance leaves real alternatives unmet. Bottom-up pressure is needed now! 🔗 tribunemag.co.uk/2026/07/the-an… ℹ️ @tribunemagazine.bsky.social #GreenParty #AntiWar #UKPolitics
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The Anti-War Party? Not Yet
The Green Party has enjoyed unprecedented success under Zack Polanski’s populist leadership. But on fundamental questions of war and peace, conformism reigns. Grassroots members are working to change ...
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Just sharing this now because once you see #HowToGetFilthyRich on Channel 4, you’re going to want to sign it. It’s time to tax wealth, not work! Add your name to @taxjusticeuk.bsky.social's petition to help make wealth taxes the first item on the new PM’s list. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/de...
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Dear future Prime Minister: It's time to tax the super-rich
Just sharing this now — because once you see #HowToGetFilthyRich on Channel 4, you’re going to want to sign it. It’s time to tax wealth, not work. Add your name and help make wealth taxes the first it...
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
"We live in capitalism. Its power seems inescapable. So did the divine right of kings. Any human power can be resisted and changed by human beings. Resistance and change often begin in art, and very often in our art the art of words." ~Ursula K. Le Guin #Quotes to memorise @ursulabot.bsky.social
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Brixton Market is at risk of being bought by private equity developers. Locals are launching an emergency counter-bid to bring it into community ownership by June 22. Add your name to help keep it independent: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/bu...
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Back the community bid to keep Brixton Market independent
Private equity developers are trying to buy Brixton Market. Support the local traders' emergency counter-bid to keep it in community hands before the June 22nd deadline. Add your name to the petition:
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Mark Gongloff @markgongloff.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Almost every child on Earth is now exposed to air pollution, heatwaves, flooding and/or drought, thanks to our thirst for fossil fuels www.commondreams.org/news/climate...
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Nearly Every Child On Earth Now Exposed to At Least One Fossil-Fueled Climate Hazard | Common Dreams
Children across the globe are facing devastating impacts from the fossil-fueled climate emergency. With nearly every child exposed to climate hazards, urgent action is needed. How can we ensure a safe...
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M Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
THIS 👇 HERE TOO......
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Finally some good news! The govt's committed to cutting emissions by nearly 90% by 2040 - but MPs still have to vote on it, and fossil fuel-backed politicians are ready to speak up for the wrong side. Take 2 mins to email your MP and tell them to back it? act.greenpeace.org/page/192571/...
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Cleaner air, lower bills and a better future for all… or bigger profits for Shell?
Finally some good news!Finally some good news! The government's committed to cutting emissions by nearly 90% by 2040 -- but MPs still have to vote on it, and fossil fuel-backed politicians are ready t...
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Owen Jones @owenjones.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
A retweet by Zack Polanski is now the main story across every single media outlet. Two days ago, it was revealed that Nigel Farage failed to disclose a £5 million gift from a crypto-billionaire. It gets nowhere near the media attention, for straightforward political reasons.
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Cllr Scott Ainslie 💚 @greenpartyscott.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
There may be a very important election on the 7th May, but your hard working @lambethgreenparty.bsky.social candidates are still helping and supporting the people of Lambeth. See our full manifesto here: lambeth.greenparty.org.uk #VoteGreen
Collage of Lambeth Green Party activities from this week: 
'Spoke at Halabja memorial to remember the genocide of Iraqi Kurds'
'Secured emergency rehousing of a family in a severely unsuitable hostel'
'Took part in a community litter pick on Streatham Common'
'Made a commitment to deliver for Lambeth Leaseholders'
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Space @redditspaceviewes.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
NASA just dropped the closest image ever taken of Jupiter...
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Tax Justice UK @taxjusticeuk.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Fossil fuel giants, arms dealers, banks and big tech are set to make eye‑watering profits off the illegal war on Iran. We must say no to profiteering, protect people & break free from fossil fuels. Act now: bit.ly/4m3H7ej
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
I’ve signed the petition below calling for an end to Palantir's NHS contract. Will you add your name too? 38d.gs/end-palantir... #Palantir, surveillance partner for the IDF & ICE, has quietly secured major NHS contracts. But the Gov't has a break clause and we need to pressure them to #SaveOurNHS.
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End Palantir’s NHS contract NOW
Palantir, the controversial U.S. company working with ICE and the Israeli military, has access to our private data via NHS databases. We need the Government to trigger the break clause on their contra...
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
I’ve just signed the petition to ban councils using bailiffs to collect debt. With council tax going up this month, we need to act now before millions of people have the bailiffs come knocking. Can you sign and share? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ba... @debtjustice.bsky.social #DebtJustice
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Ban the bailiffs - protect vulnerable families
I’ve just signed the petition to ban councils using bailiffs on vulnerable people. With council tax going up this month, we need to act now before millions of people have the bailiffs come knocking. C...
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Cllr Scott Ainslie 💚 @greenpartyscott.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Here are just a few of the things your hardworking @lambethgreenparty.bsky.social councillors have been up to this week. If you like what we do, vote Green on 7th May. Sign up to help with our campaign to win: lambeth.greenparty.org.uk Join us: join.greenparty.org.uk 💚
Collage of Lambeth Green Party activities from this week: 
'Joined the 500,000 people who marched against the division and hatred of the far-right'
'Highlighted the urgent need for improvements to Streatham Leisure Centre'
'Secured funding for Streatham Green transformation'
'Demanded increased monitoring of air pollution across Lambeth'
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Dr Paul Dorfman @drpauldorfman.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
University of Oxford : maximising oil and gas extraction here would only save UK households up to £82 (€95) per year. A UK fully powered by renewable energy, would save households up to £441 (€510) a year on energy bills. www.euronews.com/2026/03/27/e...
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UK to give homes ‘free energy’ instead of turning off wind turbines
Europe’s outdated and under-invested energy grid means huge amounts of renewable energy are wasted every year.
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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
We should be able to experience the joy of paddling or swimming in nature without serious health risks. But water companies with monopolies continue to pump sewage into our lakes, with no repercussions. It's time to give up on this failed privatisation experiment www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
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Realtime pollution alerts needed on Windermere, campaigners say after boy nearly dies
Exclusive: Claire Earley’s son Rex spent six weeks in hospital after contracting E coli from contaminated lake
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Fossil fuel giants are lobbying Westminster to scrap the Windfall Tax on oil and gas company profits as families face rising bills and the climate crisis worsens. We need to tell Chancellor Rachel Reeves to resist: don’t turn your back on climate and communities. Sign the petition 👉 act.gp/3LrcnFI
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Don’t scrap the Windfall Tax
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Rachel Coldicutt @rachelcoldicutt.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Ah, god bless the people of Gorton and Denton, and congratulations to Hannah Spencer. Important to recognise that less than a third of people voted Reform. (And what of that Conservative vote, eh?)
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Palantir Technologies raked in $1.5 BILLION in income last year — including from lucrative taxpayer-funded DHS contracts — and paid ZERO federal income tax. It's fast becoming the most dangerous and least accountable corporation in America. youtu.be/x_VwyhErd88?si=RCrKYNu1bMl…
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The Most Dangerous Corporation in America?
The AI surveillance state is real — and it's being built by Palantir.
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Our public services aren’t for a secretive profit-hungry US tech firm. Sign the petition to tell the Government to scrap all contracts with secretive US tech firm Palantir. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st... #SaveOurNHS #WeOwnIt
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Stop Palantir taking over our public services!
Our public services aren’t for a secretive profit-hungry US tech firm. Sign the petition to tell the Government to scrap all contracts with secretive US tech firm Palantir.
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Trump is currently droning on at Davos about the "catastrophic energy collapse" that he supposedly avoided whilst appearing to be suffering from one himself. Seeing him describe his push to make our planet uninhabitable with the enthusiasm of Droopy Dog is either absurd, surreal or both. #WEF2026
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donald trump is giving a speech in front of the world economic forum
ALT: donald trump is giving a speech in front of the world economic forum
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David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
For no reason whatsoever, I’m reminding you that before the US invaded Iraq in 2003, the Bush administration said that Iraq’s oil revenue would fund everything. www.meforum.org/middle-east-...
On March 27, 2003, for example, Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz said that Iraq’s oil revenues could bring between US$50 and $100 billion within two or three years following the country’s liberation. “We’re dealing with a country that can really finance its own reconstruction, and relatively soon,” he said.
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Alan Rusbridger @arusbridger.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
How pleasingly ironic it would be for the British Broadcasting Corporation to remind Americans what the First Amendment is all about. The BBC may be about to lose a director general, but it still has a spine. www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/media/...
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The BBC has no choice but to teach Trump a lesson about free speech
The corporation may have lost a director general, but now needs to prove it still has a spine
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
BUY Together for Palestine’s charity single LULLABY! If it goes to festive No.1, we can make history for Gaza’s children. All profits to the Together for Palestine Fund held by Choose Love to support Palestinian-led humanitarian orgs. linktr.ee/T4Plive
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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 28/11/2025
Hope is here. Help us beat Reform in May. Donate today ⤵️
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Rob Delaney @robdelaney.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Hell yes. Read & share this piece.
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Tamar Haspel @tamarhaspel.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
A 2024 report by food/climate scientists said livestock "must" peak by 2025 in high-income countries. (HT @nicholasdcarter.bsky.social) It won't. It's futile to call something people *will not do* a requirement for climate mitigation. animal.law.harvard.edu/wp-content/u...
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Democracy Now! @democracynow.org · 19/11/2025
Jean Su warns that the booming AI industry’s high resource consumption threatens the world’s climate goals, despite rosy prognoses of AI’s projected benefits.
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“Data Crunch”: AI Boom Threatens to Entrench Fossil Fuels and Compromise Climate Goals
A new report titled “Data Crunch: How the AI Boom Threatens to Entrench Fossil Fuels and Compromise Climate Goals” from the Center for Biological Diversity warns the booming artificial intelligence in...
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Saul Staniforth @saulstaniforth.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Brian Eno: "I'd like the whole taxation system to be fairer, which means rich people paying more tax and poor people paying less tax... people know that somethings wrong, they know that rich people don't pay much tax compared to their incomes"
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Bill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
If I'm doing the math correctly, Musk's big pay packet yesterday could have made each of these now-dead people millionaires instead. He is among the sickest men the world has ever produced.
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Brazil is drilling in the Amazon while claiming to be a climate champion. I have just asked Brazil to choose to lead the world away from fossil fuels at #COP30. Add your name to @350.org's petition to pressure the Brazilian government to take the action that's needed! 👇 act.350.org/letter/cop30...
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Tell Brazil: Lead the World Beyond Fossil Fuels at COP30
Brazil is promising to protect the Amazon while allowing new oil drilling there. Brazil's leaders must choose: help the world move away from oil, or get left behind.
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Oxfam International @oxfaminternational.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
"In an age of grotesque and rising global inequality, civil society is ordinary people challenging elites and the governments that are elected to serve them." Amitabh Behar speaking at #ICSW2025 Full conversation: www.youtube.com/live/ymZYirn...
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Trump must have thought that Elon did such a good job starving kids abroad that he needed to one up him by starving them at home. 🤬
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Bill McKibben @billmckibben.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Australia has so much clean energy they're literally giving it away. Meanwhile, GOP is in all-out war to stamp out solar www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
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Australian households to get free electricity three hours a day
Saying there is enough solar power for everyone in the daytime, the federal government will direct retailers to provide three hours of free power every day to consumers.
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Levi Sharpe @levisharpe.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
I've been thinking about this topic for a long time and I'm really excited to have finally gotten to do an episode about it! @tammam.bsky.social speaks with @sana.msf.ca and @pollypw.bsky.social about whether humanitarianism has a marketing problem. 🎧: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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How to make people care? Emergency aid's marketing problem | Rethinking Humanitarianism
Podcast Episode · The New Humanitarian · 10/30/2025 · 1h
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
I hope so, but fear that may only be possible in Western democracies if both liberals (in the traditional sense not neoliberals) and anarchists are a part of that movement. Otherwise it is both electorally doomed and likely to repeat mistakes of Stalin and Mao if markets are made into a bogeymen.
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Dan Hultgren @diftol.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
It seems like this question is directed towards liberals, but neglects the legitimate concerns of anarchists. How do we prevent socialism from eroding democracy? Can there be a socialist party that does not lead us into another authoritarian dictatorship of the proletariat?
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
The Spectator (owned by GBNews owner Paul Marshall - estimated wealth of £800 million) doesn’t like taxing wealth fairly. I wonder how they got to this editorial decision? Let’s tax wealth fairly, fund front line services & make hope normal again. join.greenparty.org.uk
Polanski is talking nonsense about wealth taxes.
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New Left Review @newleftreview.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
In NLR 154, Aaron Benanav develops his framework for a post-capitalist social order: ‘From a technical standpoint, there may be no single optimal answer. But from an economic and political perspective, a choice must still be made.’ newleftreview.org/issues/ii154...
A piece of abstract artwork showing interlocking rectangles of different sizes in black, grey and white.
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Democracy Now! @democracynow.org · 07/10/2025
Eyad Amawi, a humanitarian worker in Gaza, has “mixed feelings” as peace talks between Israel and Hamas continue in Egypt. "The situation [is] worsening" in Gaza, he says.
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