Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)

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Canadian born Floriduh boy living in the PNW by way of Chicago Reader of Balloon Juice, TPM, LGM, Eschaton etc He/him

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Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· 25d

Yeah, come on Canada, get raking! (added alt-text)

Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump
We are holding Canada responsible for the fact that they are not properly maintaining their Forests, and Brush therein, and the United States is being unnecessarily invaded by filthy, polluted, and unhealthy air, the quality of which is dangerous, and totally unacceptable! I will call the Prime Minister during the day to find out what they are going to do about it. The cost is incalculable! Canada has refused to engage in basic Forest Management and Debris Removal, knowing that such refusal will lead to exactly this result. This is Willful Negligence, and becoming a yearly occurrence, costing the United States Billions of Dollars, which cost of this pollution must of necessity be added to the TARIFFS Canada is currently paying. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· 28d

alt-text added...

Either way, the stakes remind me of a question I once asked Graham on a long flight over Central Asia. At what point in his career, I wondered, had he gathered the boldness to assert himself so overtly in foreign policy?

"When I was first elected to the House," he recalled, “I looked for the they. They who run things. They who know how things really work. They who know what they are doing. But I couldn't find the they." After that, he went on, “I went to the Senate. But there was still no they. And then I started to get invited to the White House, and to closed-door briefings, and to meetings with top officials. No they." "What I finally realized,” he concluded, “is that there is no they. There is only we, and we usually don't know what the fuck we're doing."

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jul 9

Aha! Had wondered why this 10 month old skeet was making the rounds again... bsky.app/profile/five... (added alt-text to this version)

Taco Bell has temporarily removed several fresh ingredients, including lettuce, cilantro, onions, pico de gallo, and guacamole, from some restaurants as health officials investigate a nationwide surge in cyclosporiases, a parasitic illness that can cause severe, sometimes "explosive" diarrhea. The outbreak has sickened nearly 2,000 people across the U.S., with Michigan reporting almost 1,000 cases and New York City confirming hundreds more. Officials have not linked any illness directly to Taco Bell, and the source of the outbreak remains under investigation, though contaminated fresh produce is a leading suspect. Health authorities are advising consumers to thoroughly was produce, sanitize kitchen surfaces, and cook raw vegetables when possible while the CDC and state agencies continue tracing the source.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jul 9

Just saw that meme on IG and was going to drop it here...

@foundbysara on insta @foundbysara
my rule of thumb for corvids:
if it makes you go, "hm, is that a raven?" it is a crow, if it makes you go HOLY SHIT THAT'S THE BIGGEST BIRD I'VE EVER SEEN - *that* is a raven.

[Decriptions over images]
RAVEN
60 Inches
-weighs between 2 & 4 lbs -60" wingspan
-similar in size to red tailed hawk
-"Why is that goth dinosaur staring at me?"
30 Inches

CROW
-weighs under a pound
-30" wingspan
-similar in size to pigeon/small chicken
-"normal black bird"

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jun 26

Yup, I am fine with a Dem rep that wants to close prisons over these chodes any day... with alt-text

A social media post that reads:

The Promise to America reposted
Polymarket
@Polymarket 6h
JUST IN: 13 moderate Democrats have signed a "Promise to America" pledge vowing to fight against Democratic socialists.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jun 17

I am saddened that I know nearly every single one of the incidents referred to here, but glad I've been paying attention... Added alt-text

A block of handwritten, all caps text.

DEATH SENTENCES

A WHITE LADY SAID HE WHISTLED AT HER
THOSE SKITTLES LOOKED LIKE A GUN
HE WAS SELLING LOOSE CIGARETTES
SHE WAS SLEEPING IN HER OWN BED
THAT CELLPHONE LOOKED LIKE A GUN
HE WAS GOING FOR A JOG
SHE FAILED TO SIGNAL A LANE CHANGE
THEY SAID HE TRIED TO USE A FAKE $20 BILL
SHE WAS AT HOME PLAYING VIDEO GAMES
HE WAS SITTING ON HIS SOFA EATING ICE CREAM
HE WAS UNLOCKING HIS OWN FRONT DOOR
HE HAD AN AIR FRESHENER
HE WAS IN HIS GRANDMOTHER'S BACKYARD
SHE WAS TRYING TO DRIVE AWAY
HE WAS CELEBRATING NEW YEAR'S
HE WAS HELPING A WOMAN BEING ATTACKED
SHE WAS ON HER WAY TO TEACH KIDS
THEY THOUGHT HIS MOTHER STOLE DIAPERS

Jduquette

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jun 4

alt-text delivered...

Donald J. Trump @realDonaldTrump
—
On Wednesday, June 24th, at 7 P.M., in magnificent Washington, D.C., now totally beautified, and one of the Safest Cities anywhere in the World, and in celebration of our Country's 250 Year History, we will be bringing you, LIVE, the Greatest Rally, EVER! It will be special at every level A Rally to end all Rallies! We don't want singers with no talent, but big fees to put you to sleep, we've told them all to stay home. All we want is you, me, a few speakers, and the Greatest Music ever played, the same Music you have listened to for years! We will have the fabulous Lee Greenwood introducing me with what has turned out to be one of the Greatest Hits of All Time, GOD BLESS THE U.S.A., and the amazing Christopher Macchio, who will sing Nessun Dorma, Hallelujah, Ave Maria, God Bless America, and others Not since the legendary Luciano Pavarotti has there been such a voice! The Rally will also be featuring the wonderful U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" and Armed Forces Choir, and "The President's Own" Unites States Marine Band, with the Joint Armed Forces Chorus, all of your favorite Hits, PLUS a fine and highly dignified gentleman known as, President DONALD J. TRUMP!
18 ReTruths 65 Likes
—
Jun 04, 2026, 2:45 PM

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jun 2

Added alt-text...

A statement issued by the leadership of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps:
In response to the arrogance and blatant aggression committed by the terrorist American forces by targeting the national sovereignty of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the precious island of "Qeshm", the aerospace force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, with God's grace and support, and in fulfillment of its pledge to protect the homeland, carried out precise and intensive missile strikes on the military bases of the American occupation in the State of Kuwait, which resulted in the successful destruction of their targets and the ignition of the aggressors' fortresses.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, while announcing this initial response to strike back with equal force, issues a stern warning at the highest level of determination to the American administration, the head of global arrogance, and all those who allow their territories or airspace to be used as a launching pad for aggression against Iran:
Any new foolishness, further aggression, or action that infringes on even a single inch of our borders and sovereignty will be met with a seismic, crushing, and decisive response that exceeds established norms and boundaries. Our valiant forces will not hesitate to reduce all the aggressors' headquarters and interests in the region to ashes.
The era of "strike and run" is over. The forces of tyranny must bear the dire consequences of their ignorance and reckless adventures.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jun 2

Such good news deserves alt-text! Also confirming link: www.denver7.com/news/nationa...

Picture of a school campus. The covered walked ways have solar panels installed on them. Caption reads...

"A school district in Arkansas installed 1400 solar panels, which turned a $250k deficit into a $1.8 million surplus. They raised teacher salaries and now other districts are doing the same.
@collective evolution"

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· May 21

Sagan would use alt-text...

"Science is much more than a body of knowledge. It is a way of thinking. This is central to its success. Science invites us to let the facts in, even when they don't conform to our preconceptions. It counsels us to carry alternative hypotheses in our heads and see which ones best match the facts. It urges on us a fine balance between no-holds-barred openness to new ideas, however heretical, and the most rigorous skeptical scrutiny of everything - new ideas and established wisdom."
~CARL SAGAN

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· May 14

Congrats! Looking forward to reading. Added alt-text...

A hand holding the book "Sawyer Lee and the Quest to Just Stay Home" by Zach Weinersmith. The cover shows a boy sitting in a bean bag chair and drinking from a very long straw while looking at a book labeld "Pictures of Things". He has his feet propped up on a pillow while many angry faces are pressed up against the window behind him. He looks content. There is also a label or subtitle in the bottom right corner, "An Adventure About Avoiding Adventure"

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· May 3

RIP Jr belongs in jail. (reposting image w/ alt-text)

But Kennedy also spoke specifically about his vision for Black children. After making the false claim that "every Black kid is now just standard put on Adderall, SSRIs, benzos, which are known to induce violence" Kennedy offered what he described as a solution.
"Those kids are going to have a chance to go somewhere and get reparented and live in a community," he said.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· May 2

Not seeing much Jello Biafra stroke recovery news around here. A good update was posted on FB a few hours ago. Keep fighting through the recovery Jello. We need you back in this fight, but not before you are rested and ready. Dead Kennedys forever!

Jello update. Jello is progressing nicely. His speech has mostly come back in full, and cognitively, it's like the stroke never happened. The left side is still weak but it is doing much better than it was. He has been living with me so I can care for him, but he is so much more self sufficient than he was, he will most likely go home this coming week. Thank you again for the outpouring of support. It has meant the world to him.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Apr 6

Sure I'll play. Been too long since I posted any berbs! Today's Alt #BirdOfTheDay theme is #Pigeons&Doves — any Pigeon or Dove will do. Pigeon (rock dove) Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area, Lake Co IL 2017 #BackyardBirding (not really my backyard)

A dark grey Rock dove (pigeon) perched in the open hatch at the top of a silo. Bird is turned to the left and looking directly at the camera. There are two silo tops framing the pigeon with curved aluminum seams.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Feb 13

Can't find my Dead Astronauts or Hummingbird Salamander and am pretty sure I checked out the other Borne books from the library. Anyhow...

A handful of books by Jeff VanderMeer. Includes combined Ambergris books, combined first three Area X books (both signed :), the fourth Area X book Absolution, and A Peculiar Peril (looking forward to the sequel!)

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jan 13

Motherfucking Voltron in the house! www.mnftiu.cc/2002/02/18/w...

Three panel clipart cartoon...
1st panel, man at desk in front of computer, talking on phone: "An Axis of Evil versus A Nation Challenged! We've got eleven fucking wars to wage all of a sudden! Hold on, someone's at the door---"
2nd panel, same man and scene but now with motherfucking Voltron standing there: "Holy fucking shit, man, you'll never guess who just walked in- VOLTRON!!! Woah! What the hell???"
3rd panel, man standing, talking on phone: "Voltron's Office of Homeland Security is in the Heeeeouse!"

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jan 13

I second these sentiments! So good I added alt-text :)

A post from the foul place (formerly known as twitter)

Louis Duclos
@ObsDelphi 1d
Replying to @LangmanVince
We will sanction the shit out of the Trump administration and close the European Market (400M consumers) to US companies. We will sell US Treasury bonds until you come begging us to stop.
We will expel every American from European military base, you will lose all your influence and strength worldwide. You will be humiliated and you will learn to never ever attack Europe again as we will extend nuclear deterrence to all EU members and you will be alone against EU, Russia and China.
All that for an orange president who will be dead in less than 10 years.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jan 7

I mean, it has been done before... www.cnn.com/2020/10/25/u...

A well regulated militia protecting the public from federal terrorists during the summer that George Floyd was murdered by the police.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Jan 2

Worth adding alt-text...

On the one hand we are called to play the good Samaritan on life's roadside; but that will be only an initial act. One day the whole Jericho road must be transformed so that men and women will not be beaten and robbed as they make their journey through life. True compassion is more than flinging a coin to a beggar; it is not haphazard and superficial. It comes to see an edifice which produces beggars needs restructuring.
—Martin Luther King, Jr., “A Time to Break Silence,” an address to Clergy and Laity Concerned, Riverside Church, New York, NY, Apr 4, 1967

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Dec 29

Without looking into it, I wonder if it bears any similarities to the 'huge scandals' around welfare funding in MN. I suspect the dollar amount involved is small compared to, well just about any of the federal corruption going on in plain sight. The media makes choices and they chose the oligarchs

Top three google news results for search: scandals around welfare funding in MN

Headlines only...
First, from IRS.gov "Minneapolis woman pleads in 4250 million Feeding..."
Second, from House Committee on the Budget "Chairman Arrington Statement on Widespread Welfare..."
Finally, from CBS News "What to know about Minnesota's 'industial-scale fraud...'"

Full text:
IRS (.gov)
https://www.irs.gov> compliance › criminal-investigation
Minneapolis woman pleads guilty in $250 million Feeding ...
A Minneapolis woman has pleaded guilty for her role in the $250 million fraud scheme that exploited a federally funded child nutrition program during the COVID...
House Committee on the Budget (.gov)
https://budget.house.gov> press-release > chairman-arrin...
Chairman Arrington Statement on Widespread Welfare...
Dec 2, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C.-House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) released the following statement in response to reports of the...
CBS News
https://www.cbsnews.com > Politics
What to know about Minnesota's "industrial-scale fraud...
Dec 19, 2025 - Federal prosecutors have unveiled charges against six more people accused of defrauding programs in Minnesota - adding to a scandal that has ...

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Dec 29

They're gonna need a new logo!

The circular seal of the Information Awareness Office, with that name around the rim. Image of pyramid with all seeing eye on top is on the left with beam of light encompassing the globe to the right. DARPA written in top right of image with motto "scientia est potentia" (knowledge is power) wrapping around the lower left part of the circle.

From the good ol War on Terra days

Source
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Information_Awareness_Office

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Dec 5

Signed up for $5 monthly back in October...

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Nov 13

Reminds me of this...

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Nov 1

To save people the click to the foul place and add alt-text...

Caption reads "The Chinese Embassy posted this on their X account."
Beneath is a drawing of an angry Trump standing on one cliff top. Xi stands on the other cliff top; just a small gap between the two. Xi is calm, with a faint smile, holding a cup of some hot beverage. Trump is stomping his feet, steaming mad, shouting out, "+34% +84% +125% +145% +245%" in reference to his ever inflating tariff threats. Xi is not concerned.

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Oct 30

Black vultures I believe. Florida also has turkey vultures, but these guys are special en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_v... In some parts of the Everglades, they have tarps in the parking lots so you can cover your car so the black vultures won't rip your wipers off!

A black vulture perched atop a brown sign that reads...
"Warning
Vultures May Cause
Damage to Vehicles"

(especially windshield wipers, ask me how I know)

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Oct 29

"Seriously?", asks this little guy. (See Alt-text for answer)

Small brown bird with thick legs, a long slender beak, and magnificent whiskers glares at the camera, wondering "Have you never heard of New Zealand?"
This is a species of kiwi, a flightless bird found only in New Zealand.
Caption from the photo explains, "Like all kiwi species, the Brown Kiwi (Apteryx mentellu) is adapted to living in darkness. The birds spend all day in a cave which they only leave at nightfall. In their nocturnal forays, they rely on smells and sounds - an unusual behaviour for birds"

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Oct 17

O Canada!

Screen cap showing three NHL box scores, each between an Canadian based team and an American based team. All three Canadian teams won, two in overtime and one in a shoot out.

OT
Rangers 1
Toronto 2

OT
Predators 2
Canadiens 3

SO
Kraken 2
Seantors 4

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Oct 15

Worth adding alt-text to this one!

"When it gets down to having to use violence, then you are playing the system's game. The establishment will irritate you - pull your beard, flick your face - to make you fight. Because once they've got you violent, then they know how to handle you. The only thing they don't know how to handle is non-violence and humor."

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Oct 13

Alt-texted...

Ode to the Portland Frog
From the mist of the moss and the grey Oregon rain, There leaps a green hero to ease all the pain.
My love for this frog
is a powerful thing,
For the justice and freedom his ribbit can bring.
With a croak full of spirit and a firm little bound,
He stands up to bigots who poison the ground.
He's our small, squat defender, so brave and so fast,
A symbol of hope that forever will last.
--Shane Ford

Satanley (the first 'a' is silent)@satanley· Oct 13

Really liking this system for the House and Senate voting and looking forward to knowing more...