TheOldGuy @TheOldGuy@social.cleverlibre.org
I am a Democrat who supports Ukraine in their battle against The Russian fascist invaders.
I am a 71 year old Covid hermit who
lives on 10 acres in a sparsely populated area of the Ozarks. I heat with wood that is leftover by the lumber industry. When cutting oak for lumber only the trunk is used.
The largest town is population 2992. The county is 13k people scattered over 713 square miles.
Joined Dec 2022
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Despite the desperate Ukrainian need for military assistance, and commitments by Europe & America, the lack of urgency and strategic courage shown by Germany’s leaders at this summit will be long remembered.
My latest on the Ramstein summit, and the war in Ukraine, at Engelsberg Ideas.
https://engelsbergideas.com/notebook/german-resistance-to-sending-leopards-will-be-long-remembered/
Reviewer buys 16TB portable SSD for $70, proves it’s a sham – Ars Technica
When I was a young fella I was told by Dad, "If it seems to good to be true, it usually is.". A 16 TB drive would be a steal at $800
White House wants to force Republicans to abandon debt limit threats - The Washington Post
The White House won't negotiate with hostage takers
Santos, McCarthy and the Shameless Republican Party - Democracy Docket
Good description of the modern Republican party.
https://www.democracydocket.com/opinion/santos-mccarthy-and-the-shameless-republican-party/
McDonald's customer mistakenly given bag containing thousands of dollars in cash instead of food | Fox Business
There are honest people in the world.
The Republican infighting has begun - Palmer Report
If either Rick Scott or Ron DeathSantis wins it's a plus for Democrats. One is a fascist and the other wants to steal the Social Security trust fund. It should be a piece of cake to beat either one.
https://www.palmerreport.com/analysis/the-republican-infighting-has-begun/48657/
Uphill battle - Palmer Report
Might I suggest that all the transphobic politicians in Oklahoma just stick their heads in the sand. It works for ostrichs. Everything will turn out fine if you do.
Kevin McCarthy ducks and covers - Palmer Report
Unfortunately the U.S. Constitution does not allow recall. People in the district should start looking for a suitable replacement right now. Someone who cares
https://www.palmerreport.com/analysis/kevin-mccarthy-ducks-and-covers/48654/
MOTIVE - Palmer Report
I just want to know what "Crossfire Hurricane" is all about.
Elon Musk takes witness stand to defend Tesla buyout tweets | AP News https://apnews.com/article/elon-musk-twitter-inc-technology-legal-proceedings-texas-506e98a2f98fb10e9a6477befdaa9627
Rare attack in Alaska renews interest in polar bear patrols | AP News
Without polar ice, the bears get hungry. When you are a 1700 pound bear, a 150 pound human looks like a meal.
Fascism is always grounded in the concept of "othering" our neighbors and community members. We are currently watching as the most anti-LGBTQ+ bills are put forward and passed in 60+ years. Soon, they'll have to wear something marking them as members of that community. The last time things like this happened in history, those within the LGBTQ+ community were forced to wear pink triangles and Jews were forced to wear yellow stars. This is not hyperbole, look at what's happening around you. History is repeating itself as we look on disguised as protecting children or invoking perceived freedoms while stripping others of theirs. https://kolektiva.social/@WhiteRoseWillametteValley/109717243954166208
This is the vibe in every neighborhood of Tehran every night. Sirens over speakers at 9:00pm, followed by revolutionary anti-regime slogans from roof tops and balconies. The #IRGCTerrorists can kill, imprison and torture Iranians for as long as they want, but the revolution will only stop when the Islamic Republic is eradicated from Iran. #iran #iranprotests #iranrevolution #MahsaAmini #WomanLifeFreedom #stopexecutionsiniran
A video clip of apartment buildings at night where people are shouting “death to the dictator” over sirens. https://persia.social/@kambiz/109730344523376010
The Observer view on Belarus’s rogue regime and its ties to Russia | Observer editorial | The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/jan/22/observer-view-belarus-rogue-regime-relationship-russia
Afghanistan: 'We're not giving up the fight'
"In late January 2022, 25-year-old Tamana Zaryab Paryani was arrested and imprisoned in Kabul. She was brutally tortured, abused, and interrogated for three weeks. Here, she tells DW her story."
https://amp.dw.com/en/afghanistan-were-not-giving-up-the-fight/a-64472532 https://mastodonapp.uk/@ProjectFearlessness/109732440694013652
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Fuel and gasoline tankers are burning in Siberia, Angarsk, which were planned to be sent to the occupying forces.
Guys, stop smoking, it’s bad for you.
Ooor.. keep smoking, it’s good for Ukraine.
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Just took a DNA test and it turns out I'm Congressman George Santos
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Joseph Stiglitz: tax high earners at 70% to tackle widening inequality https://www.theguardian.com/news/2023/jan/22/joseph-stiglitz-economist-income-tax-high-earners-70-per-cent-inequality
I am a Democrat who supports Ukraine in their battle against The Russian fascist invaders.
I am a 71 year old Covid hermit who
lives on 10 acres in a sparsely populated area of the Ozarks. I heat with wood that is leftover by the lumber industry. When cutting oak for lumber only the trunk is used.
The largest town is population 2992. The county is 13k people scattered over 713 square miles.
Joined Dec 2022
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