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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 05/05/2025

For all the damage he causes, it amazes me how little a man Donald Trump is, using AI to cosplay himself as a Sith Lord or the pope, with his followers cheering him as a mastermind trolling. That that is a virtue that some value in the President of the United States is sad.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 03/02/2025

Elon had a busy weekend functioning as ReichChancellor, seizing funds and organizations he has no right to.

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Celeste Ng @pronounced-ing.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Okay, posting again this as a message to myself (but for anyone who also needs to hear it): 1. When the news makes you feel paralyzed, close the window. Take a break. You can't help if you're overwhelmed. 2. Focus on the things in your control and take ONE action. Just start w/ a small one.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 29/01/2025

Of course a general who refused to use the military against civilians is being targeted by Trump 2.0 (gift link). Trump is also removing security details from his enemies. Eventually one will be assasinated - that ia the intent wapo.st/4hcBzuN

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Pete Hegseth takes action against Trump foe Mark Milley

Gen. Mark Milley, a frequent target Trump’s, will lose his security detail and face an inspector general investigation, said a senior defense official.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 29/01/2025

I heard someone say this man, pardoned by Trump for January 6 and just slain by police, has a seat in the Ashli Babbitt FAFO seating section. I’d like to think they’re looking up at us. And in all seriousness, to remind these were - and are - violent and dangerous people. Whom Trump freed.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 28/01/2025

One of the most chilling things I reflect on on Holocaust Remembrance Day is it was all “legal”. When Anne Frank was found she was arrested. Miep Gies broke the law to help hide her and others.

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LUSU Inc. @lusuinc.org · 26/01/2025

Join for the ultimate shopping experience on Jan. 29th at Boston City Hall Plaza, 5:30–8:30 PM! Bring a friend, your favorite boots, and your loudest voice. Remember to shop PEACEFULLY and stay hydrated. Let’s make justice the trend of the season! #WinterBoots #HumanRights #PeacefulProtest #Freedom

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 27/01/2025

Been seeing this make the rounds. While Weimar Germany was a fragile immature democracy, it cannot be understated how weakened our democratic norms have become. (Free gift link) www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...

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How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days

He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 27/01/2025

While studying fascist Italy and Germany are useful for understanding the path America is on, so is studying our own history of authoritarian apartheid rule, wars of conquest and genocide, the scrapping of civil liberties when they proved inconvenient , etc.

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Understanding Project 2025 and Trump in the Context of American History

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Forward Blue @forwardblue.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

In the past 72 hours, Donald Trump rolled back equal opportunity employment protections, pardoned individuals who assaulted law enforcement, and withdrew the United States from the World Health Organization. He is a danger to our future and must be held accountable.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 23/01/2025

After you’ve read On Tyranny I recommend William Sheridan Allen’s The Nazi Seizure of Power which documents the seizure of power in a single German town, showcasing fascism at the local level. I read it for the first time as a college text way back in 1989. It’s been revised and is very readable.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 22/01/2025

Pamela Hemphill is refusing a pardon for January 6, acknowledging her guilt and indicating she was in the wrong. Showing she has more integrity than the president and the capacity for self-reflection, accountability, and growth. Which probably makes her more deserving of a pardon than the others.

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Convicted US Capitol rioter Pam Hemphill turns down Trump pardon

Former "Maga granny" Pamela Hemphill tells the BBC the Trump government is trying to "rewrite history".

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Declaring today as “International Stay Home and Watch Star Trek Day”. I made it up, but I’m still following it! 😂 🖖

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 22/01/2025

I’m no longer Christian (or part of any faith) but I’m pretty sure Trump isn’t either. He certainly didn’t like being reminded about what that Jesus guy taught.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 21/01/2025

American history is full of groups that fought for rights they never got but their children, grandchildren, or beyond did. And those fights were essential.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 21/01/2025

Hey remember the Mirror Universe in Star Trek? They borrowed a “Roman salute” to show the Terran Empire was evil. No reason to bring back that up today. Does Elon Musk like Star Trek?

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 21/01/2025

I think we on the left are ignoring just how much norms have broken down. The power of the #supremecourt is based on tradition and the assistance of other branches of government. #trump could easily ignore them - I’m sure he’d give some pretense but it’s something to prepare for.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 21/01/2025

What’s the prognosis for Trump ending birthright citizenship? Constitutionally, very poor. Which doesn’t mean he won’t pull it off.

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Ending Birthright Citizenship by Executive Order

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 21/01/2025

Some looks at the Gilded Age and the effects of tariffs - and what brought about the end of the Gilded Age.

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Trump, Tariffs, and the Gilded Age

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NattyJonSnow @nattyjonsnow.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

The J6 criminals went in wearing orange jumpers and come out wearing brown shirts. Trump gets exactly what he wanted.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 21/01/2025

Trump’s proposal to strip birthright citizenship from those born in this nation is unconstitutional. In Illinois, we follow the law. This is only the start of attempts to undermine the rule of law, and Illinoisans can count on me to stand against unconstitutional actions.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 21/01/2025

I got my first community guidelines violation in ages.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 20/01/2025

Just some random thoughts on failed coups leading to a legitimate authoritarian regime on this #inaugurationday. The fight is going to be long and many of us may not see the end. #politics #history

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Thoughts on failed coups

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 19/01/2025

January 19, 1925 has the Boston Globe relaying the good news more cigarettes are being consumed in the USA thanks to the ladies lighting up. Um… progress? #1920s #history #innsmouthradio youtube.com/shorts/93q4y...

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January 19, 1925

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 18/01/2025

President Coolidge praised the nonpartisan American press in January 18, 1925 Boston Globe. France and Germany in a tariff war. The Italian ambassador extolls the virtues of fascism. Maybe America will want to give it a try at some point. #1920s #history #innsmouthradio youtube.com/shorts/haHdH...

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January 18, 1925

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 17/01/2025

I like the examples of masculine energy one finds on Star Trek over what one finds in Zuck and Elon. youtube.com/shorts/JSDTw...

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Masculine Energy in Star Trek

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 17/01/2025

So what was going on on January 17, #1925 in the #bostonglobe? Among other things, religious leaders at a conference indicated their opposition to teaching religion in public schools. There’s some folks in 2025 I’d like to have them chat with. #1920s #history #prohibition #innsmouthradio

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January 17, 1925

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 16/01/2025

I backed the kickstarter for the English translation. Definitely worth checking out.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 16/01/2025

For those who enjoy my news recaps from a century ago on TikTok I’ve made my final TikTok post unless the ban goes away. I’ll post them here if Bluesky allows slightly longer videos (they are often a little over a minute) but for now they can be found on YouTube. youtube.com/shorts/V0uuD...

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January 16, 1925

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 16/01/2025

I may have accidentally made a perfect final post on TikTok should the ban go through on the eve of Trump’s return . At least perfect for me, combining my geekiness and politics, showing a John Lewis quote backed by Obi-Wan warning of the fall of the Republic and rise of the Empire.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 15/01/2025

As someone whose discovery of Sandman in the early 1990s was transformative - and who considered Gaiman a favorite author - the continuing revelations of Neil Gaiman’s abusive treatment of women is heartbreaking. I feel betrayed but that’s nothing compared to what he did to so many women.

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There Is No Safe Word

How the best-selling fantasy author Neil Gaiman hid the darkest parts of himself for decades.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 13/01/2025

Meeting with Italian citizenship consulting firm has confirmed I’ve two paths for claiming dual-citizenship, one a little more complicated 1948 case the other a straightforward claim. Not making any plans of leaving US but would like my young adult daughters to have an EU citizenship available.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 11/01/2025

David Bowie January 8, 1947 - January 10, 2016. Easily my favorite artist. A man who reinvented himself countless times and was never afraid to try something new. Who looked at his approaching death as an artist. Who taught me to embrace being a #kook #davidbowie

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 08/01/2025

So #hr7 wants to make certain #womenshealth includes that important consideration… men.

Whereas health care for women should also address the needs of men, families, and communities as they relate to women's health care;

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 08/01/2025

To be clear #meta is welcoming targeted #misogyny and #lgbtq hate on their platforms, a despicable example of obeying in advance and providing fertile soil for an authoritarian regime.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 08/01/2025

If #donaldtrump wants to expand the US so much, why doesn’t he fight for the right of self-determination- independence or statehood for the #usterritories of #puertorico #guam #americansomoa #usvirginislands #northernmarianaislands ?

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 07/01/2025

@nytimes.com wrote that “It was not clear how serious the president-elect was about some of his comments during the news conference. At one point, he suggested that his administration will rename the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America.” Yup we’re for a return to the insane celebrity president.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 10/12/2024

How might Trump dodge the Constitution to end birthright citizenship? Direct social security admin to issue future cards with a citizen or non-citizen label and the state department to not issue passports to those who would only qualify via birthright. Ignore any court rulings against him. Chaos.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 10/12/2024

I had forgotten how exhausting #trump can be with his mix of the bizarre and fascist. In the span of a few days - hours for some - he’s mocked Canada, threatened to jail his enemies, and declared the environment is up for sale. And he’s not even in office yet #politics

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 09/12/2024

My thoughts on how #trump might try to end #birthrightcitizenship via executive order, #14thamendment be damned. Hint. It involves a lot of chaos.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 06/12/2024

The Libertarian party of NH would like you to kindly die. This is a party I’d not mess with. They know how to get shjt done. They once governed a town in NH. It would have worked too if they hadn’t been unable to do things like manage garbage and prevent bears from overrunning the community.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 06/12/2024

The killing of Brian Thompson, United Healthcare CEO, has some shocked at the glorification of a crime. It got me to thinking how America has lionized criminals in the past - like bank robbers in the 1930s. I think the choice of target was notable. Failing banks took away American fortunes. 1/

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 30/11/2024

Had occasion to remember the original Superman was a working-class hero. In his first appearance he burst into a Governor’s mansion to save a death-row inmate. He forced mine owners to dig in their own dangerous mines.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 20/11/2024

The only acceptable dead naming is calling Twitter Twitter.

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Dan of Innsmouth @innsmouth.one · 19/11/2024

Commander Adama: “There’s a reason why you separate military and the police. One fights the enemy of the state the other serves and protects the people. When the military becomes both, then the enemies of the state tend to become the people.”

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Adama On Police States

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