Why am I seeing more empathetic and nuanced takes on war from discord than what I see from statements from government officials? Why is this reality? Why?
01.03.2026 04:31
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Why am I seeing more empathetic and nuanced takes on war from discord than what I see from statements from government officials? Why is this reality? Why?
At times like these, my brain wants to either go into frenzy mode or disengage. How is everyone else finding balance?
In college, there was a Saturday where I did not sleep. I was active from Friday morning to Sunday night. That day is NOTHING in comparison to how long today has felt. This day has felt like weeks
Your morality should not be constrained by your perception of possibility.
Bad Bunny’s performance has put me in such a good mood. The show was so beautiful, inclusive, and inspiring. It reminded me that the desire for a better world must be rooted in love for others.
LEGENDARY HALFTIME PERFORMANCE
I just feel like everyone deserves better. That’s usually what keeps me going.
The biggest risk in this moment is something sociologists call “symbolic compliance.”
That’s when an institution that is violating civil rights gives the public just enough symbolic victories that accountability efforts lose steam before there has been any meaningful change.
they're executing moms and nurses in the street. they're using preschoolers as bait. they're stealing people's dads and grandmas and children. they're tear gassing babies. they're staking out schools. there is no remedy but abolition. any proposal that doesn't start there is an act of violence.
Also, may I say that I don’t agree with people saying ICE and CBP need “more training.” They’re doing exactly what this administration has trained them to—impose a reign of fear in blue cities. They don’t need more training. They need to be ripped up root and branch.
The sun setting into the corner of the frame behind a sliver of land rising from the sea. A boat’s railings lead the eye to the sun and even seem to be bent by its rays This was Greece
A merica is very recognizable. This is the same America it’s always been, you could just pretend not to see it before. - Adrienne Caulk
Pic of the day
#photography
Good day to be a Hoosier
You cannot counter to American exceptionalism with the belief that the U.S. is uniquely evil and morally inferior to all other nations. And you most definitely cannot counter it with European or Canadian exceptionalism. The best counter to American exceptionalism is education, humility, and empathy.
Kendrick Lamar with a quote from his song “Father Time” that says “Oh this the part where mental stability meets talent”
The album has been out for 1,267 days. I’m still waiting for the day I can sing along to this lyric and TRULY feel it. The day will come though.
Here’s a great article by Samantha Neely on how to help Jamaica recover from this devastating hurricane.
www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/2...
Vaughn sounds like me after I get paid 😂
Burgundy!
What is your favorite part about researching quantum information/communication? I’m just curious and want to hear from others in the community!
Labor productivity has more than doubled since the late 1960s. But workers’ compensation has barely budged.
Yes. The economy is rigged in favor of the wealthy.
I am hearing of more and more American scientists applying for positions outside of the US.
I assumed that the news would distress me the most this year. But seeing so many awful takes from people that I personally know has been FAR WORSE. I didn’t expect this many people to mindlessly adopt the malicious rhetoric and illogical narratives spewed by those with the most political power.
Reminder!
You can search for digital content about things you love and then engage with others online about how much you like and appreciate that content.
(This is mostly for myself because I constantly forget)
Don't comply in advance.
We are watching people in fear trying to avoid pain by censoring themselves and changing their behavior before being compelled to.
Following rules of a group is pro-social behavior that is dangerous now. How can you resist this urge as a law-abiding citizen? A quick 🧵
The Daily Show was incredible, thank you, Jon Stewart!
A white and brown yorkipoo sleeping
A white and brown yorkipoo curled up in a dog bed
A white and brown yorkipoo wrapped in soft blankets
A white and brown yorkipoo liking his nose while in the basket of a bicycle
Everything is very stressful right now, but you know who isn’t stressed? My dog Luigi. May his joy be as contagious for you as it is for me❤️
People need to realize that others can hear your silence. Your silence becomes even louder when you finally choose to break it. You don’t need to post about every tragedy that occurs, but be mindful of the conclusions that can be drawn from your selective silence.
A drawing of a ghost that is embroidering pink flowers on itself. A pumpkin-shaped pin cushion and two spools of thread next to it.
self-love, self-transformation 🧵
I think everyone should read a book from an unreliable narrator at some point in their childhood. I feel like it would help a lot of people recognize when someone is untrustworthy without needing someone else to tell them that.
An incredibly powerful interview, excited to read the book! youtube.com/watch?v=-3Dh... @joshjohnsoncomedy.bsky.social @thedailyshow.com