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Wizard of Oz style graphic of a blue sky with a witch on a broom in the background and the words SURRENDER HUNG CAO spelled out in black smoke (he's now Acting Secretary of the Navy)
In homage to the Wizard of Oz, a picture of a blue sky with a small witch in the background and the words SURRENDER DUMMYMANDERERS spelled out in black smoke.
Screenshot of the sound recording of the original Broadway cast of "The Music Man"
Screenshot of two back to back posts in my Bluesky timeline. First, Aaron Rupar: "A commenter notes that "Trump managed to be both Hitler and Chamberlain in the same negotiation. An unprecedented feat." (crying face emoji) Second, independent, unrelated post by Josh Marshall: "We're going to find out Trump also gave Iran Greenland once we conquer it."
Bluesky post from Sahil Kapur: "Senate Leadership Fund, GOP super-PAC aligned with Thune, says it is reserving $342 million in ad buys across eight states: Maine Alaska Georgia Iowa Michigan New Hampshire North Carolina Ohio"
Jack Murphy Bluesky post: "Wheels up all friendlies out. C130 got a wheel stuck in the sand at the FARP and a Delta element had to come in and blow it in place. Whole op sounds dicey as hell but they pulled it off." Quoted post, also from Jack Murphy: F-15 WSO recovered alive. Was escaping and evading. Massive fire fight on tgt. Iranians were actively looking for him in the area.
Jack Murphy Bluesky post: "Wheels up all friendlies out. C130 got a wheel stuck in the sand at the FARP and a Delta element had to come in and blow it in place. Whole op sounds dicey as hell but they pulled it off." Quoted post, also from Jack Murphy: F-15 WSO recovered alive. Was escaping and evading. Massive fire fight on tgt. Iranians were actively looking for him in the area.
Screenshot of Jack Murphy Bluesky post: "F-15 WO recovered alive. Was escaping and evading. Massive fire fight on tgt. Iranians were actively looking for him in the area."
Photograph of My Little Pony toys with garish clashing colors
Two back to back posts in my timeline: Patrick Chovanec: "I keep saying this. I'm glad someone gets it. Sub-post: Raptorama: "Yeah that's what I was wondering. Just two MEUs for the Battle of Hormuz is really low though." Joe Cirincione: "Trying to seize [sic] the HEU stored at Isfahan may be as close to a Mission Impossible as you can get in war. A high probability of failure." (with a link to a substack article, "Iran Holds All the Nuclear Cards."
kagi.com AI translation of a Trump Truth Social media post into Jane Austen type language: "The United States has been apprised by the greater part of our NATO "Allies" that they possess no inclination to involve themselves in our Military Enterprise against the Terrorist Regime of Iran, in the Middle East; this, notwithstanding that nearly every Nation expressed a most decided agreement with our measures, and concurred that Iran must not, by any means or in any fashion, be permitted the possession of a Nuclear Weapon. I am not astonished by such conduct, however, for I have ever regarded NATO—where we expend Hundreds of Billions of Dollars annually for the protection of these very Countries—as a most unequal arrangement; we shall afford them our protection, yet they will render us no service in return, particularly in a season of necessity. Happily, we have quite decimated the Military of Iran—their Navy is no more, their Air Force is vanished, their Anti-Aircraft and Radar are quite undone, and perhaps, of greatest consequence, their Leaders, at every conceivable station, are gone, never again to menace us, our Middle Eastern Allies, or the World! By reason of such signal Military Success, we no longer "require," nor indeed desire, the assistance of the NATO Countries—truth be told, WE NEVER DID! The same may be said of Japan, Australia, or South Korea. Indeed, speaking as President of the United States of America, by far the Most Powerful Country in any quarter of the Globe, WE STAND IN NEED OF NO ASSISTANCE WHATEVER! I thank you for your civil attention to this business. President DONALD J. TRUMP"
Two Bluesky posts re M3 Strategies: (1) "Their top news story brags about being a GOP pollster heh" (2) And why would a pollster ofr Repubs & libertarian think tanks be doing same-day polling for Dem primaries? Polls aren't free, somebody has to pay for them." Subpost: "My first thought: Who TF is M3 Strategies? Their webpage lists no clients. But I found some previous polls they did for the Illinois Policy Institute, which is a libertarian policy operation, & some polling they did for some local Repub orgs."
Screenshot of New Eye Bluesky post: "UPDATE ON THE HORMUZ COALITION (Mon, March 16): 🇫🇷 France: REJECTED 🇬🇧 UK: REJECTED 🇮🇹 Italy: REJECTED 🇪🇸 Spain: REJECTED 🇯🇵 Japan: REJECTED 🇳🇴 Norway: REJECTED 🇨🇦 Canada: REJECTED 🇦🇺 Australia: REJECTED 🇩🇪 Germany: REJECTED 🇨🇳 China: NO RESPONSE 🇳🇱 Netherlands: NO RESPONSE 🇰🇷 South Korea: NO CONFIRMATION"
Screenshot of WSJ article entitled: "Trump Knew the Risk of Iran Blocking the Straight of Hormuz. He Still Went to War." link to paywall free version of the article in bluesky post
The Bulwark Bluesky post: "Trump: “Operation Epic Fury! Is that a great name? Well, it's only good if you win. And we've won. Let me tell you, we've won. You never like to say too early you won. We won. In the first hour, it was over."" Kevin M. Kruse responsive post: "Thank you, Admiral Yamamoto."
Screenshot of two Bluesky posts, the first from the Bulwark, the second from Kevin M. Kruse: The Bulwark: "Trump: Operation Epic Fury! Is that a great name? Well, its only good if you win. And we've won. Let me tell you, we've won. You never like to say too early you won. We won. In the first hour, it was over." Kevin M. Kruse: "Thank you, Admiral Yamamoto."
Map of the four federal districts of California. The Eastern District of California is represented in blue.
Screenshot of internet search results: "Natural gas, specifically liquefied natural gas (LNG), is used in the production of fertilizers, particularly ammonia, which is a key ingredient in nitrogen-based fertilizers. The Haber-Bosch process, which is the primary method for ammonia synethesis, requires high temperatures and pressures, making it energy-intensive. As a result, regions with abundant and affordable natural gas, such as the Middle East and North America, dominate fertilizer production."
Screenshot of a search result: "Answer: Yes Question: Do Malignant Narcissists Enjoy Making Others Suffer? Yes, malignant narcissists do enjoy making others suffer. This enjoyment is a source of narcissistic supply for them, providing them with a sense of control and power. They take pleasure in causing pain and suffering, even to those they consider to be in a position to "hurt" them. This sadism is particularly potent when they perceive someone as attempting to "hurt" them, creating a cognitive dissonance for the empathetic observer. Malignant narcissists often engage in manipulative behavior, using deceit, guilt, and intimidation to maintain power over others. They are also known for their grandiosity, believing they are superior and deserving of special treatment. These traits make them one of the most destructive types of narcissists, as they actively seek to dominate others and erode their sense of self-worth."
Twitter post from Brian Schatz: "This war is costing a billion dollars a day. In one fucking month we will spend more over there than we needed to save healthcare for more than 2 million Americans. They literally are taking away your food and your healthcare for this regime change war of choice."
Screenshot of Twitter post from @brianschatz "This war is costing a billion dollars a day. In one fucking month we will spend more over there than we need to save healthcare for more than 2 million Americans. They literally are taking away your food and your healthcare for this regime change war of choice."
Screenshot of 03/04/2026 Twitter post from Nancy Youssef: "The preliminary Pentagon cost estimate of the war in Iran is $1 billion a day, a congressional official told me."
Picture of a woman in black and white prison stripes holding a glass of champagne with other prisoners in the background and a large brown Maine Coon cat in the foreground
Screenshot of Scott MacFarlane Bluesky post: "NEW: US House Ethics Committee announces it has launched investigative subcommittee to probe if Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) violated the Code of Official Conduct or any law, rule, regulation or other applicable standard of conduct in the performance of his duties"
Screenshot of internet search results: "The Oracle of Delphi Oracle who predicted that an invasion would ead to downfall of a great empire The Oracle of Delphi, known for its cryptic prophecies, famously predicted that if King Croesus of Lydia went to war against Persia, a great empire would fall. Croesus misinterpreted this prophecy, believing it to be a guarantee of victory against the Persians. His overconfidence led to a disastrous defeat, resulting in the fall of Lydia and the Persian Empire. . ."
Screenshot of excerpt from Racket article re Kash Patel, ICE and MN: "Speaking of fallout, a new study from independent research institute North Star Policy Action estimates the Twin Cities metro area lost between $106-$143.2 million in wages during Operation Metro Surge. Three more Minnesota observers/protesters facing federal assault charges have had their cases either withdrawn by the feds or dismissed after the government failed to provide evidence in court."
Screenshot of an excerpt from Wikipedia on the Z monogram. "The Z monogram in Russia has become a significant symbol associated with the Russian Armed Forces during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It is speculated to serve as a distinction marker to avoid friendly fire and is often used in military contexts. The symbol has also been embraced by Russian civilians as a form of propaganda, indicating support for the invasion and has been adopted by various Russian far-right organizations. Additionally, it has been banned in several countries due to its association with the conflict and has been criminalized by several European governments."
I'd try concentrated bleach first, that oxidixes carbon and is likely to remove less iron. Fill the pan or cover the bottom with undiluted bleach straight out of the bottle and let it sit, and looks to me like it'll have to sit a long time. When some of the carbon is loosened up, the liquid will probably look a little black. If it doesn't within an hour, let it soak two hours or three. Then dump it out and scrub as hard and long as he can with the most abrasive thing he can find: try one of those sandpaper blocks made of extra-hard material in a large coarse size. I think, if that works at all, he'll have to repeat it, couple times perhaps, and there will be diminishing returns each time. All the oil will be long gone.
Hmm. Sorry to say that that's the kind of carbon that we in the biz call "hard carbon". For obvious reasons. There are a few things that might help. But no, that's really tough, long-burned-on, hard and resistant carbon, and, you know how some carbon dissolves in iron and makes steel? That means that carbon attaches to iron really strongly. Nothing that attacks that won't strip off the oil. Oil is just a fragile little carbon molecule that's only adhered to the surface, and that carbon is practically a ceramic. Sorry.
Screenshot of internet search results for "famous people who died of bubonic plague": Notable figures who succumbed to the bubonic plague include Joan of England and Eleanor of Portugal, among others, highlighting the widespread impact of this devastating disease. Notable Victims of the Bubonic Plague Joan of England: Joan was the daughter of King Edward II of England. She contracted the plague during her journey to Castile in 1348 and died shortly thereafter. Her death occurred before she could marry Pedro of Castile, which was a significant political alliance at the time. Eleanor of Portugal: Eleanor was the Queen of Aragon and died in 1348 after contracting the plague while traveling in the Kingdom of Aragon. Her death had political ramifications, as she was married to King John I of Aragon. Gavin Douglas: A Scottish bishop and poet, Douglas is believed to have died from the plague in 1522. He is known for his translation of Virgil's Aeneid into Scots, which was a significant literary achievement. Giovanni Villani: An Italian chronicler and statesman from Florence, Villani died in 1348 during the height of the Black Death. He is known for his historical writings that provide insight into the events of his time.
Picture of a box of Flowflex COVID-19 antigen home tests
Screenshot of tweet from Christopher Hale on Twitter: "Rumors are spreading that Florida Congressman Neal Dunn is on the verge of resigning, a development that would push House Republicans below the 218-vote majority"
Screenshot of article from thedailytexan.com: "Former Professor Requested Thousands from Jeffrey Epstein Foundation to Fund Campus Rape Policy Conference"
Screenshot of internet search results to question: "How many novels did Barbara Cartland publish per year?" Answer: 23 novels. Barbara Cartland published an average of 23 novels per year during her lifetime, which totals 723 novels. She was known for her prolific output, averaging 191 books per year in the early 1970s."
Screenshot of website for Arizona Grand Resort & Spa "8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway Phoenix Arizona 85044 ReservationDesk.com:866-728-6585 Hotel Description Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can dip into one of the 6 outdoor swimming pools or 7 hot tubs. This resort also features gift shops/newsstands, a hair salon, and tour/ticket assistance. Grab a bite to eat at one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Full breakfasts are available for a fee. The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 5 to January 11: Water park Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this resort consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Make yourself at home in one of the 740 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. With a stay at Arizona Grand Resort & Spa in Phoenix (South Mountain), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Arizona Mills Mall and 8 minutes from Arizona State University. This family-friendly resort is 9.9 mi (16 km) from Phoenix Convention Center and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Chase Field. Near Oasis Water Park"
Excerpt from G. Elliot Morris article linked to in post: "The point is this: A big wave is gathering for 2026. There is at present no question of the existence of this wave, just its height. For Democrats, tonight is another piece of evidence that the 2026 midterms are going to be a good year for them (if the elections are free and fair, which is not guaranteed). The environment could grow more or less favorable for them in the next 9 months. And, coming back to my home, the Lone Star state, if tonight is any indication, Republicans should be worried about holding onto Texas in this year's Senate race. Especially if Ken Paxton wins the primary."
Screenshot of Twitter post by Ross Hunt: "Republicans did not lose the TX SD-9 runoff because of low GOP turnout: they lost because almost all of the independents and some of the Republicans voted Dem. Of those who voted in the TX SD-9 runoff, 50%+ were GOP primary voters or at GOP HH; only 35% were Dems or at Dem HH." [two visuals below that that I don't know how to properly describe.]
Copy of image posted on Bluesky: "I saw an ER nurse recommend that anyone assaulted by ICE and seeking emergency care should ask for a forensic nurse exam, since these specialists are trained to document injuries for legal purposes and that documentation can be admissible in court."
Copy of 50501 Arizona graphic with alt text included: "NO ICE FACILITY IN SURPRISE! Speak up at the Surprise City Council Meeting TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD, 6PM Surprise City Hall 1600 N. Civic Center Plaza Surprise residents, scan to sign up to speak [QR code] Link in caption"
Joke re the Melania documentary: "A cop pulled me over for speeding and gave me a ticket to "Melania"
Screenshot of Bluesky post from e.w. niedermeyer: "Robotaxi revenues are still not material. . .even though it's the future of the business, and will totally make up for the collapsing car sales. The level of faith required here is just wild."
Screenshot of Bluesky posts from @DanaHoule: "Without BP immigration operations could be significantly wekaned, & the occupying force capability would be decimated if not completely eliminated. Which leads to the other potentially huge effect from this list of demands: unmasking agents. They know they're slightly less popular than chlamydia. . ." NEXT POST: ". . .which I assume is a big reason they appear to be having big problems recruiting new agents. And the agents they have hide behind masks. I suspect that if you take away the masks they immediately lose a significant chunk of their current force & that recruitment becomes even _harder_"
Excerpt from Atlantic article: "Knutson mentioned in passing that his neighbors had "an adopted brown kid down there; they hid her in the basement yesterday." This kind of thing no longer sounds weird in Minneapolis. Many people are hiding indoors - so many that, in a city with a substantial minority population, I hardly saw any Black or Latino faces on the street." "All this sheltering has created an economic crisis that has grown worse by the day. Many immigrant-owned businesses have seen their sales drop by as much as 80 percent, said Allison Sharkey of the Lake Street Council. Large numbers have shut their doors entirely, fearing for themselves or their employees. Sharkey called it "an assault on our entire Main Street." "The Karmel Mall, a maze-like shopping hub for tens of thousands of east African immigrants in the Twin Cities, is usually packed with people drawn to the aromas of stewed goat and coffee and sambusa pastries, but when I visited, the place was silent, and most of the stalls were empty. At the far end I found some businesses still open, with a handful of customers. Several people looked frightened when I tried to ask questions, saying they didn't speak English well or that the owner would be back in an hour."
Screenshot of a Bluesky post from Liam Thorp that says: "I just woke up from a nap and somehow while i was asleep, everyone on earth except some deranged Trump loyalists and Republican cowards have figured out we are not going to the right place."
Screenshot of video of attorney currently working in Minneapolis MN trying to get people out of ICE detention. His name is James Cook and his phone number is (415) 350-3393.
Screenshot of ICE bluesky account, showing that the blocklist TROLL DISPOSAL SERVICE. Remove MAGA dickheads en masse" had already blocked them for me. I love Bluesky blocklists.
Screenshot of several posts from Pablo Mariquez with responsive posts. Pablo Manriquez: BREAKING. DEMS DRAW RED LINE IN DHS APPROPS. NO FUNDING INCREASE FOR ICE. POLICY RIDERS GROWING. STORY COMING IN MIGRANT INSIDER. Embedded (previous post from PM: "NEWS: Senate Dems are reportedly offering ICE funding increases in exchange for body cams and de-escalation training for agents. Body cams can be turned off. De-escalation training can be ignored. Unclear if no masks, requiring ID badges, and no immunity is on the table." Responsive post #1: "So what you're saying is that your earlier post that made everyone lose their minds was wrong. . ." Responsive post #2: "It probably means that aides saw the instant rage and communicated that with their bosses, and they changed their mind."
Screenshot of a Washington Post op ed entitled "Scrutizing food stamp rolls will ensure the truly needy get benefits" with the quote "The purpose of entitlements is not to spend as much as possible," the Editorial Board writes." "It is to make sure the truly vulnerable get the help they need without becoming dependent on government handouts. Scrutinizing food stamp rolls is a small step in that direction."
Screenshot of my post saying "Ever have one of those days where no matter how batshit crazy you thought your relations were, you find out at least one of them may be certifiably insane? And it scares the shit out of you that this person has a gun." And (now deleted) responsive post that says: "Is this a metaphor for how Canadians feel about America?"
Screenshot of search engine results for "narcissistic decompensation and paralysis": "Narcissistic Decompensation and Paralysis Narcissistic decompensation and paralysis are terms used to describe the collapse of a narcissist's self-image and the resulting paralysis of their behavior. This occurs when a narcissist is unable to maintain their inflated sense of self-importance and is unable to function normally due to the emotional pain and loss of confidence. The signs of narcissistic decompensation include intense anxiety, depression, shame and a tendency toward vindictive behaviors. The causes of this collapse can vary widely from public embarrassment to personal failures or rejection, and the consequences can be severe, impacting the person's ability to function normally. Understanding these signs and causes is crucial for those interacting with individuals who have narcissistic personality disorder. . ."
Excerpt from Trump admin petition to SCOTUS for administrative stay of court order from RI judge to fully fund SNAP benefits for November: "The district court focused on the fact that Congress gave USDA certain power to reallocate a portion of its appropriations across different programs. But from that premise, the court held that it was arbitrary and capricious under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) for USDA to refuse to use this authority to drain the $4 billion from child nutrition programs to full (rather than partially) fund November SNAP payments. That is as wrong as it sounds. As USDA explained, pulling billions of dollars from the Child Nutrition Programs would jeopardize those programs' ability to fully operate this year - putting at risk critical food-assistance initiatives relied upon by millions of children every day, and raiding a program that Congress did fund to instead extend one that Congress has not funded. The district court discounted this concern by speculating that Congress would surely later appropriate money to pay back any multi-billion dollar transfer fromt he Child Nutrition Programs. But it obviously was not unlawful for the agency to see things differently - and refuse to starve Peter to feed Paul, by gambling school lunches tomorrow in exchange for more SNAP money today. . ."
Screenshot of a Twitter post by Andrew Cuomo: "If you want President Trump to try to take over the city - national guard on the streets, choking federal funding - vote for @ZohranKMamdani because Trump just said he will be coming and this poser @ZohranKMamdani won't be able to stop him. That is a fact. The next Mayor has to be able to get us more, not ensure our demise. I am the only person in this race who can do that."
Screenshot of Bluesky post (poster's ID redacted) that says "Moss probably doesn't know it, you can spend your SNAP benefits however you choose, including on hair products. That's perfectly legal." (Bradley P. Moss is actually correct. This poster is wrong.)
Picture of a mountain mining operation where the mountain top has been hacked off and there is nothing but layers of exposed bare earth to be seen.
Quote from the linked article, "Is There Really an Epidemic of Workless Medicaid Recipients?" peoplespolicyproject.org "Of the ABAWDs [Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents] on Medicaid, 8.1 million (58 percent) worked 80 or more hours in December of 2022. Another 1.5 million worked 80 or more hours in a prior month in 2022 while another 0.3 million had been enrolled in Medicaid for less than a year. Combining all three of these figures shows that there are only 4 million ABAWDS who are persistently enrolled in Medicaid and work fewer than 80 hours a month. This is about 29 percent of ABAWDs, 5 percent of all Medicaid recipients, and 1 percent of the US population."
Screenshot of post from Dr. Stephen Bieda III (I removed the hashtags since I don't know if they mess things up for the visually impaired): "Here are some of the highest tsunami heights that were observed so far.... Kahului Maui Hawaii: 5.7 feet Hilo HI: 4.9 feet Haleiwa, HI: 4.0 feet Hanalei, HI: 3.9 feet Crescent City, CA: 3.6 feet Arena Cove, CA: 3.0 feet Adak, AK: 2.7 feet"
Post from Joint Base Pearl Harbor: "ATTN: The Navy and Army, in coordination with the State Department of Transportation, is opening Kolekole Pass for residents and visitors of the Waianae Coast. The entry to Kolekole Pass is at the end of Lualualei Naval Access Road. Motorists looking to evacuate the coast will need to transit immediately through the pass entering Schofield Barracks, continuing through the Army base, then on to Kunia Road. Vehicles are directed to drive carefully and stay on the prescribed route."
Screenshot of tweet from Manu Raju: "Asked Thomas Massie why he thinks admin won't release Epstein info. "I think its embarrassing to the intelligence community. It may be embarrassing to the President's friends. I'm not particularly implicating the President himself. I don't allege him of any wrongdoing, but..."
Picture of TN Rep. Burchett with the caption: "So, Tennessee Rep Burchett just said on CNN, that many people on Epstein's flight log were just innocent people that missed their flights, hitching rides. So Epstein was like Saint Chrostpher, the patron saint of travelers?"
Screenshot of an internet search result re chronic veinous insufficiency. Headline: Increased risk for heart issues Does chronic veinous insufficiency increase health risks? Answer: Chronic veinous insufficiency (CVI) is associated with an increased risk for heart issues, specifically cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mortality...