Peter Murray

@dltj.org

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Library technologist, open source advocate, striving to think globally while acting locally. mypronouns.org/he-him

Gray squirrel lying stretched out on stone pavers, resting in dappled shade beneath a swing. The squirrel's body and tail are fully extended as if cooling off on the stone surface.
Screenshot of Jon Husted's contact-me form with the subject '"American Values Act" is not about American values' and the following message: I am writing to express my deep concern regarding your co-sponsorship of the "American Values Act" (S.334). The restrictions this bill seeks to permanently enact stem predominantly from particular religious perspectives, not universal American values. Our nation was founded on the principle of separation of church and state, enshrined in the First Amendment. Legislation that codifies one religious viewpoint on reproductive health contradicts the fundamental American value that government should not privilege any one faith tradition over others or no faith at all. Truly American values respect religious pluralism rather than imposing one religious perspective on all citizens. America is home to citizens of countless religious traditions and philosophical worldviews, many of which have nuanced and differing perspectives on reproductive healthcare. By labeling this bill as representing "American Values," it incorrectly suggests a consensus that simply does not exist among Americans. Polling consistently shows that a majority of Americans support access to reproductive healthcare options in various circumstances. The diversity of thought on these complex issues is itself an American value. Legislation that fails to acknowledge this diversity and instead promotes a singular, religiously-influenced viewpoint cannot accurately claim to represent "American Values."
A supermarket aisle featuring a large Halloween candy display in the center. A cloud-shaped cardboard sign arches overhead reading “Spooky Delicious! Halloween Classics,” flanked by black-and-white cutouts of a snarling werewolf on the left, a brooding vampire in the middle, and Frankenstein’s monster on the right. Beneath the sign, shelves and orange-and-black cardboard boxes are stocked with bags of seasonal treats—Hershey’s, Kit Kat, Reese’s, Payday and more—while a galvanized metal tub at the front overflows with individually wrapped candies. In the background, brightly lit store shelving is lined with additional colorful candy packages.
The protest sign shows a composite image of Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un shaking hands with rows of marching soldiers in the background. Bold text at the top reads 'Dictators Hold Parades' and at the bottom, 'Not Democracies.' The image critiques authoritarian displays of power, contrasting them with democratic values. The military parade emphasizes the message against dictatorial practices.
The protest sign emphasizes the roles of the three government branches with phrases: 'Legislative: Investigate!' and 'Executive: Follow the Law!' and 'Judicial: Defend the Bench!' in blue and red lettering. Below, 'Three Co-Equal Branches' is displayed in a mix of blue and red. The background features alternating gray and white stripes, reinforcing the message of balance and cooperation among the branches.
The protest sign features a cartoon character with the body of Eric Cartman from South Park, dressed in a police uniform, and a face resembling Donald Trump. The character is angrily shouting. Next to the character, the text reads 'RESPECT MY AUTHORITAH!' in bold teal letters. Below, in stylized orange and yellow text, it states 'No Kings in America.' The design humorously critiques authority, blending pop culture with a political message.
Black cat wearing a red harness and leash exploring outdoors, nibbling on grass blades in a lush green lawn with shrubs in the background.
Graphic of Washington DC 10-day weather forecast showing rainy conditions predicted for Saturday, June 14, with showers and 0.34 inches of precipitation. A yellow text box highlights "It just might rain on Trump's parade" for the parade time Saturday evening. The forecast includes detailed temperature and precipitation graphs through June 19.
The protest sign features a cartoon character with the body of Eric Cartman from South Park, dressed in a police uniform, and a face resembling Donald Trump. The character is angrily shouting. Next to the character, the text reads "RESPECT MY AUTHORITAH!" in bold teal letters. Below, in stylized orange and yellow text, it states "No Kings." The design humorously critiques authority, blending pop culture with a political message.
White and gray cat with purple collar sitting attentively in a mulched garden bed, surrounded by green lawn and suburban homes in the background. In front of the cat is the dead remnants of last year's catnip patch with new green sprouts shooting up.
The protest sign features bold red text saying, "The SIGNAL is coming from INSIDE the house!" Surrounding the text are cut-out images of six individuals, indicating figures of political or public interest. In the background, an image of the White House is visible, with the American flag prominently displayed.
The protest sign presents a multiple-choice question format. Options are labeled: "A: Hateful?", "B: Corrupt?", and "C: Ignorant?". Along the right side of these options are the heads of Donald Trump. Elon Musk in a black ball cap, and JD Vance. The final choice, "D: ALL of the ABOVE!" is accompanied by a large green check mark. The design conveys a critical stance using bold black text on a white background, emphasizing the collective critique across all options.
A black and white cat lounges on a soft blanket on a windowsill, surrounded by potted green plants. Behind the cat, a view of a street and trees can be seen. Sunlight filters through the window, creating a serene and cozy atmosphere. The cat is looking at the photographer, as if awaken from a nap.
Left-most portion of a large group of protestors gathered in front of a Tesla store, holding signs. They line the sidewalk along a busy intersection with cars passing by. The photo is taken from an elevated perspective, showing a wide view of the scene.
The protest sign features bold text against a bright red background, stating, "I'm not MAD at you. Don't be MAD at me. Let's both get ANGRY at the BILLIONAIRES RUINING the COUNTRY." The words "MAD," "ANGRY," and "BILLIONAIRES" are emphasized in larger, eye-catching fonts. On the right side, there's an image of a smiling Elon Musk, crossed out with a red circle and line, signifying opposition. The overall design is vivid, conveying frustration towards billionaires.
The image features the "Disaster Girl" meme with a twist: the face of Elon Musk is pasted over the girl’s. In the background, a house is engulfed in flames, with firefighters and onlookers nearby. At the bottom is the phrase "Musk...What a disaster". The expression conveys a sense of mischievous calm amid chaos, adding humor to the scene.
A man reclines on a beige couch with a patterned throw, using an iPad. He wears glasses and a smartwatch, dressed in a white and blue striped shirt and light blue pants. A black and white cat is comfortably resting on his lap. A decorative pillow with a fern design is in the background.
The image features the "Disaster Girl" meme with a twist: the face of Elon Musk is pasted over the girl’s, wearing a red cap with white text. In the background, a house is engulfed in flames, with firefighters and onlookers nearby. The expression conveys a sense of mischievous calm amid chaos, adding humor to the scene.
Headshot of Elon Musk wearing a red baseball cap with text that reads "TRUMP [WAS] RIGHT ABOUT EVERYTHING" and the numbers "45-47" on the side. The expression hints at a subtle, knowing smile.
Protest outside a Tesla store with people holding signs along the sidewalk of a busy intersection. The overcast, rainy weather is visible, with wet roads reflecting the gray sky. The photographer captures the scene from an elevated angle, showing a wide view of the protestors and passing cars.
The protest sign features bold text against a bright red background, stating, "I'm not MAD at you. Don't be MAD at me. Let's both get ANGRY at the BILLIONAIRES RUINING the COUNTRY." The words "MAD," "ANGRY," and "BILLIONAIRES" are emphasized in larger, eye-catching fonts. On the right side, there's an image of a smiling Elon Musk, crossed out with a red circle and line, signifying opposition. The overall design is vivid, conveying frustration towards billionaires.
Paragraph from the web page: The Library of Congress, hereinafter referred to as the “Library” or “LOC”,” is exploring innovative preservation methods for its digital collections. The LOC is seeking to determine the feasibility of utilizing synthetic DNA data storage for the long-term preservation of a subset of the Library’s digital collections. Currently, the Library manages over 1 billion unique objects of digital preservation data (~31 petabytes) via traditional storage methods. For redundancy, it may be reasonable for this portion of data to be permanently stored on a less accessible medium, like synthetic DNA. The Library aims to demonstrate the feasibility of DNA as a high-density, scalable, and durable medium for digital data storage.
The protest sign features text emphasizing the roles of the three government branches, each paired with an action: "Legislative Investigate!" "Executive Follow the Law!" and "Judicial Defend the Bench!" in blue and red lettering. Below, in a mix of colors, it reads "Three Co-Equal Branches." The sign uses alternating gray and white stripes in the background, highlighting the message of balance and cooperation among the branches.
The protest sign features bold text against a bright red background, stating, "I'm not MAD at you. Don't be MAD at me. Let's both get ANGRY at the BILLIONAIRES RUINING the COUNTRY." The words "MAD," "ANGRY," and "BILLIONAIRES" are emphasized in larger, eye-catching fonts. On the right side, there's an image of Elon Musk crossed out with a red circle and line, signifying opposition. The overall design is vivid, conveying frustration towards billionaires.
A protest sign features bold red text saying, "The SIGNAL is coming from INSIDE the house!" Surrounding the text are cut-out images of six individuals: JD Vance, Michael Waltz, Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard, and in the left corner Donald Trump with a kissy-face. In the background, an image of the White House is visible, with the American flag prominently displayed.
The panorama view captures a large protest in front of a Tesla store. The crowd lines the sidewalk, holding various signs in support of their cause. Cars drive by as some protesters wave flags. The scene includes a large, decorative giraffe sculpture on the corner, adding a whimsical touch to the setting. The atmosphere is active and engaged, with participants covering all four corners of the intersection.
The panorama view captures a large protest in front of a Tesla store. The crowd lines the sidewalk, holding various signs in support of their cause. Cars drive by as some protesters wave flags. The scene includes a large, decorative giraffe sculpture on the corner, adding a whimsical touch to the setting. The atmosphere is active and engaged, with participants covering all four corners of the intersection.
The protest sign features bold red text saying, "The SIGNAL is coming from INSIDE the house!" Surrounding the text are cut-out faces of six individuals: JD Vance, Michael Waltz, Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, and Tulsi Gabbard with a kissy-face Trump head in the corner. In the background, an image of the White House is visible, with the American flag prominently displayed.
The protest sign features text emphasizing the roles of the three branches of government. In blue and red, it reads: "Legislative Investigate!" "Executive Follow the Law!" and "Judicial Defend the Bench!" Below, in blue and red, it states "Three Co-Equal Branches." The background has alternating gray and white stripes.
Black and white cat curled up and sleeping on a person's denim-clad lap. The room is cozy, with furniture and soft lighting in the background.
Text for a sign: "Safeguard Our Courts. Rule of Law. Not decrees of Kings. Not whims of Minions"
Left-most portion of a large group of protestors gathered in front of a Tesla store, holding signs. They line the sidewalk along a busy intersection with cars passing by. The photo is taken from an elevated perspective, showing a wide view of the scene.
White and gray cat sprawled comfortably in a plush cat bed lined with a soft, yellow blanket. Sunlight streams through a nearby window, creating a warm, cozy scene.
Screen capture of the Washington Post home page on a mobile device. At the top is a red banner that says “Breaking: NASA astronauts who were stuck in space for 9 months safely splashed down in Gulf of Mexico.” The screen capture in annotated with an arrow pointing to the world “Mexico” with the word “oops” added.
Large group of protestors gathered in front of a Tesla store, holding signs. They line the sidewalk along a busy intersection with cars passing by. The photo is taken from an elevated perspective, showing a wide view of the scene.
Two cats basking in a sunbeam on a carpeted floor. One black and white cat lies on its back, while the other stretches out comfortably. A woven basket and a cat toy are nearby, enhancing the cozy scene.
Protest poster in red, white, and blue. It says “Our fellow Americans” with arrows pointing left, down, and right. Underneath it says: “How much do you have in common with Elon Musk?
Large group of protestors gathered in front of a Tesla store, holding signs. They line the sidewalk along a busy intersection with cars passing by. The photo is taken from an elevated perspective, showing a wide view of the scene.
Photograph of a protest poster in red, white, and blue. It says “Our fellow Americans” with arrows pointing left, down, and right. Underneath it says: “How much do you have in common with Elon Musk?”
Black and white cat playfully perched in a wooden shelf cubby, surrounded by stacks of CDs and various clutter.
White and gray cat lounging on a person's lap, with its head resting on the denim-clad leg and paw draped comfortably over the side.
A black cat is perched on a printer, appearing to supervise as a document prints out. The cat is intently focused on the printer's operation.
Tiled floor with clothes scattered around and an open suitcase. A black tuxedo cat is nestled among the clothes inside the luggage. Another black cat is nearby, observing.
Black cat curiously leans into an open toilet bowl, with its head hidden and tail extended in a bathroom setting.
A white cat with black spots stretches across the back of a lounge chair seat.
Two cats on a cat tree by a window; one above, white with black spots, and one below, black with a white chest. The one on the bottom is looking up with a 'hiss' in its mouth; the one on top looks down unconcerned.
Tuxedo cat with white paws and chest lounging on a chair with a red harness and leash, exuding a relaxed and attentive demeanor.
Laptop lid covered in diverse stickers from events, tech, and advocacy groups, showcasing individuality and interests.
A black and white tuxedo cat walks to a large plastic tote box. When it approaches the small doorway, we hear clicks as the magnets unlock the door and the cat walks through. After a cross-fade, we see the cat walk out the same doorway.
Certificate of Appreciation for Peter Murray, Voting Location Manager during the November 5, 2024, General Election
Screen capture of paragraph from the decision: "This appeal presents the following question: Is it “fair use” for a nonprofit organization to scan copyright-protected print books in their entirety, and distribute those digital copies online, in full, for free, subject to a one-to-one owned-to-loaned ratio between its print copies and the digital copies it makes available at any given time, all without authorization from the copyright-holding publishers or authors? Applying the relevant provisions of the Copyright Act as well as binding Supreme Court and Second Circuit precedent, we conclude the answer is no. We therefore AFFIRM."