Kingfisher on a Wire
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I write for myself, and then sometimes other people read what I wrote.
Consumed by science fiction, history, defending my daughter's inherited world, politics, and wishing I didn't care about politics.
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Consumed by science fiction, history, defending my daughter's inherited world, politics, and wishing I didn't care about politics.
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What does a sniper position at Memorial Circle actually defend against?
Not China. Not a submarine. Not a missile.
It overlooks a bridge, a traffic circle, and the front door of the National Mall.
Those are places where Americans march.
www.jackhopkinsnow.com
Not China. Not a submarine. Not a missile.
It overlooks a bridge, a traffic circle, and the front door of the National Mall.
Those are places where Americans march.
www.jackhopkinsnow.com
September 20, 2026 at 8:28 PM
What does a sniper position at Memorial Circle actually defend against?
Not China. Not a submarine. Not a missile.
It overlooks a bridge, a traffic circle, and the front door of the National Mall.
Those are places where Americans march.
www.jackhopkinsnow.com
Not China. Not a submarine. Not a missile.
It overlooks a bridge, a traffic circle, and the front door of the National Mall.
Those are places where Americans march.
www.jackhopkinsnow.com
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The law is that “Although the WH is not required to open its doors to the news media, once it establishes press facilities for credentialed journalists, it cannot deny access based on the content of a journalist’s coverage.” That's exactly what Trump is doing. joycevance.substack.com/p/its-a-nice...
It’s a Nice First Amendment You’ve Got There…
Mea culpa for the long post on a Saturday night, but read on and see if you don’t agree that it’s essential.
joycevance.substack.com
September 20, 2026 at 3:26 AM
The law is that “Although the WH is not required to open its doors to the news media, once it establishes press facilities for credentialed journalists, it cannot deny access based on the content of a journalist’s coverage.” That's exactly what Trump is doing. joycevance.substack.com/p/its-a-nice...
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🧊✈️ YOUR DAILY DIVERT 😬
⚠️ A GlobalX jet (tail: N277GX) on an ICE mission to Guatemala turns around abruptly over the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday morning, returning to the ICE hub in Louisiana 👀
⚠️ A GlobalX jet (tail: N277GX) on an ICE mission to Guatemala turns around abruptly over the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday morning, returning to the ICE hub in Louisiana 👀
September 20, 2026 at 4:12 PM
🧊✈️ YOUR DAILY DIVERT 😬
⚠️ A GlobalX jet (tail: N277GX) on an ICE mission to Guatemala turns around abruptly over the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday morning, returning to the ICE hub in Louisiana 👀
⚠️ A GlobalX jet (tail: N277GX) on an ICE mission to Guatemala turns around abruptly over the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday morning, returning to the ICE hub in Louisiana 👀
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We’re being run by an unhinged, corrupt egomaniac who thinks he’s a king and has no use for the constitution.
And most of the media still just covers it like it’s normal.
And most of the media still just covers it like it’s normal.
September 20, 2026 at 9:43 PM
We’re being run by an unhinged, corrupt egomaniac who thinks he’s a king and has no use for the constitution.
And most of the media still just covers it like it’s normal.
And most of the media still just covers it like it’s normal.
January 6 required armed cult followers. The next certification might only require a kill switch on the White House desk.
www.npr.org/2026/09/20/n...
www.npr.org/2026/09/20/n...
Trump says his D.C. arch will serve as 'military complex' with snipers and drones
President Trump has claimed that military operations are needed at his proposed triumphal arch in Washington D.C., in order to protect national security. A federal court is weighing the arch's legalit...
www.npr.org
September 20, 2026 at 7:24 PM
January 6 required armed cult followers. The next certification might only require a kill switch on the White House desk.
www.npr.org/2026/09/20/n...
www.npr.org/2026/09/20/n...
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This is a massive mistake. The Chesapeake Bay plays a critical role in Virginia's economy and seafood industries, and we must take steps to protect the waters and shores of the region. I'm going to do everything I can to fight this.
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
Trump Administration repeals Chesapeake Bay Protection and Restoration Executive Order
President Trump is repealing an executive order from 2009 dedicated to protecting and restoring the Chesapeake Bay.
www.wboc.com
September 17, 2026 at 10:38 PM
This is a massive mistake. The Chesapeake Bay plays a critical role in Virginia's economy and seafood industries, and we must take steps to protect the waters and shores of the region. I'm going to do everything I can to fight this.
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
www.wboc.com/news/trump-a...
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NYT: “Two men deported to Equatorial Guinea by the Trump administration were hooded, bound, beaten with guns and shoved down a flight of stairs recently by police officers at a remote hotel where immigrants are being held indefinitely.” www.nytimes.com/2026/09/18/w...
September 20, 2026 at 12:32 PM
NYT: “Two men deported to Equatorial Guinea by the Trump administration were hooded, bound, beaten with guns and shoved down a flight of stairs recently by police officers at a remote hotel where immigrants are being held indefinitely.” www.nytimes.com/2026/09/18/w...
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ICE goons violently breached a mother's bedroom door in Oregon, shoving a gun directly in the face of her and her infant child.
September 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
ICE goons violently breached a mother's bedroom door in Oregon, shoving a gun directly in the face of her and her infant child.
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Bloomberg reports that officials directly involved in an internal Pentagon investigation found that Peter Thiel’s Palantir Maven Smart System played a significant role in the February 28 U.S. strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, Iran.
September 20, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Bloomberg reports that officials directly involved in an internal Pentagon investigation found that Peter Thiel’s Palantir Maven Smart System played a significant role in the February 28 U.S. strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, Iran.
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HE'S CENSORING THE MEDIA. THIS IS STRAIGHT OUT OF THE AUTHORITARIAN PLAYBOOK.
September 18, 2026 at 7:23 PM
HE'S CENSORING THE MEDIA. THIS IS STRAIGHT OUT OF THE AUTHORITARIAN PLAYBOOK.
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Sailors? Long before green cards and civics tests, here's what U.S. naturalization looked like
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September 18, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Sailors? Long before green cards and civics tests, here's what U.S. naturalization looked like
www.wgbh.org/news/local/2... @gbhnews.bsky.social
www.wgbh.org/news/local/2... @gbhnews.bsky.social
So... as long as the logger or the speedboat or the factory isn't TRYING to kill the endangered animal, it's okay.
This is infuriating!
Vote out every GOP cultist!
apnews.com/article/enda...
This is infuriating!
Vote out every GOP cultist!
apnews.com/article/enda...
apnews.com
September 17, 2026 at 11:39 PM
So... as long as the logger or the speedboat or the factory isn't TRYING to kill the endangered animal, it's okay.
This is infuriating!
Vote out every GOP cultist!
apnews.com/article/enda...
This is infuriating!
Vote out every GOP cultist!
apnews.com/article/enda...
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Nice campaign by the Norwegian Consumer Council about the declining lifespan of products. Enjoy!
September 17, 2026 at 7:34 AM
Nice campaign by the Norwegian Consumer Council about the declining lifespan of products. Enjoy!
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I’m excited to share that
The Scarcity Loop: How School Choice Reshapes the Rationing of Public Education is officially out in the world. It seemed important to find a slice.
The Scarcity Loop: How School Choice Reshapes the Rationing of Public Education is officially out in the world. It seemed important to find a slice.
September 17, 2026 at 11:36 AM
I’m excited to share that
The Scarcity Loop: How School Choice Reshapes the Rationing of Public Education is officially out in the world. It seemed important to find a slice.
The Scarcity Loop: How School Choice Reshapes the Rationing of Public Education is officially out in the world. It seemed important to find a slice.
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LEAKED PHOTOS
Hegseth isn’t coming clean on the extent of the damage to American assets overseas.
Now we’re seeing the leaked photos.
Hundreds of structures damaged or destroyed. Nearly 60 aircraft damaged or lost. Up to $3.7 BILLION in equipment losses.
Hegseth isn’t coming clean on the extent of the damage to American assets overseas.
Now we’re seeing the leaked photos.
Hundreds of structures damaged or destroyed. Nearly 60 aircraft damaged or lost. Up to $3.7 BILLION in equipment losses.
September 17, 2026 at 12:57 AM
LEAKED PHOTOS
Hegseth isn’t coming clean on the extent of the damage to American assets overseas.
Now we’re seeing the leaked photos.
Hundreds of structures damaged or destroyed. Nearly 60 aircraft damaged or lost. Up to $3.7 BILLION in equipment losses.
Hegseth isn’t coming clean on the extent of the damage to American assets overseas.
Now we’re seeing the leaked photos.
Hundreds of structures damaged or destroyed. Nearly 60 aircraft damaged or lost. Up to $3.7 BILLION in equipment losses.
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Admiral Nancy Lacore: Hegseth Fired Her, but She’s Not Finished
jaimeharrison.substack.com/p/admiral-na...
jaimeharrison.substack.com/p/admiral-na...
Admiral Nancy Lacore: Hegseth Fired Her, but She’s Not Finished
What does it mean to keep serving when the institution around you changes and the path you expected suddenly ends?
jaimeharrison.substack.com
September 16, 2026 at 10:47 PM
Admiral Nancy Lacore: Hegseth Fired Her, but She’s Not Finished
jaimeharrison.substack.com/p/admiral-na...
jaimeharrison.substack.com/p/admiral-na...
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A minor detail is missing from the headline.
September 16, 2026 at 12:20 AM
A minor detail is missing from the headline.
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Lithuania prepares for war, reinforcing its border against Russian tanks
On the edge of NATO territory in the Baltics, there is growing concern about the threat Russia poses. Aaron MacLean visited the capital of Lithuania to see how they're preparing.
www.cbsnews.com/video/lithua...
On the edge of NATO territory in the Baltics, there is growing concern about the threat Russia poses. Aaron MacLean visited the capital of Lithuania to see how they're preparing.
www.cbsnews.com/video/lithua...
Lithuania prepares for war, reinforcing its border against Russian tanks
On the edge of NATO territory in the Baltics, there is growing concern about the threat Russia poses. Aaron MacLean visited the capital of Lithuania to see how they're preparing.
www.cbsnews.com
September 15, 2026 at 10:34 PM
Lithuania prepares for war, reinforcing its border against Russian tanks
On the edge of NATO territory in the Baltics, there is growing concern about the threat Russia poses. Aaron MacLean visited the capital of Lithuania to see how they're preparing.
www.cbsnews.com/video/lithua...
On the edge of NATO territory in the Baltics, there is growing concern about the threat Russia poses. Aaron MacLean visited the capital of Lithuania to see how they're preparing.
www.cbsnews.com/video/lithua...
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UPDATE: Trump to sell $2.8 billion of giant 2000-pound bombs to 🇮🇱😕
(But sure keep canceling macklemore for saying this is bad)
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
(But sure keep canceling macklemore for saying this is bad)
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
September 15, 2026 at 8:51 PM
UPDATE: Trump to sell $2.8 billion of giant 2000-pound bombs to 🇮🇱😕
(But sure keep canceling macklemore for saying this is bad)
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
(But sure keep canceling macklemore for saying this is bad)
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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This is a big deal and it deserves a lot more attention. A federal whistleblower is sounding the alarm about a nationwide DHS operation called the “Unlawful Voter Initiative.”
According to the disclosure, hundreds of employees at U.S. Citizenship and
According to the disclosure, hundreds of employees at U.S. Citizenship and
September 14, 2026 at 9:15 PM
This is a big deal and it deserves a lot more attention. A federal whistleblower is sounding the alarm about a nationwide DHS operation called the “Unlawful Voter Initiative.”
According to the disclosure, hundreds of employees at U.S. Citizenship and
According to the disclosure, hundreds of employees at U.S. Citizenship and
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Why is Texas one of the hardest places in America to vote? Because the people in power know what happens when young voters and Black voters show up: they lose.
Voter suppression is their confession that your vote has the power to end their grip on this state.
#BlueWaveIn50Days
Voter suppression is their confession that your vote has the power to end their grip on this state.
#BlueWaveIn50Days
September 14, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Why is Texas one of the hardest places in America to vote? Because the people in power know what happens when young voters and Black voters show up: they lose.
Voter suppression is their confession that your vote has the power to end their grip on this state.
#BlueWaveIn50Days
Voter suppression is their confession that your vote has the power to end their grip on this state.
#BlueWaveIn50Days
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Winter in the beech forest
September 13, 2026 at 7:21 AM
Winter in the beech forest
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Abdul El-Sayed: "Weijia, with all due respect, this is the third time you've asked about a Twitch streamer ... their whole game is to make us fight culture wars so that we don't pay attention to the fact the president has made $2.2 billion ... "
September 13, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Abdul El-Sayed: "Weijia, with all due respect, this is the third time you've asked about a Twitch streamer ... their whole game is to make us fight culture wars so that we don't pay attention to the fact the president has made $2.2 billion ... "
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Charming weekend scavenger hunt from twigandtoad.com
September 12, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Charming weekend scavenger hunt from twigandtoad.com
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So X has done nothing to suspend these accounts, but Bluesky took action: A Russian disinfo campaign is doctoring celebrity videos to meddle in the midterms.
The Kremlin-backed operation, known as Matryoshka, has Hollywood actors telling voters to disavow the Democratic Party & vote Republican.
The Kremlin-backed operation, known as Matryoshka, has Hollywood actors telling voters to disavow the Democratic Party & vote Republican.
A Russian disinformation campaign is doctoring celebrity videos to meddle in the midterms
The Kremlin-backed operation, known as Matryoshka, has Hollywood actors telling voters to disavow the Democratic Party and vote Republican.
www.ms.now
September 11, 2026 at 10:24 PM
So X has done nothing to suspend these accounts, but Bluesky took action: A Russian disinfo campaign is doctoring celebrity videos to meddle in the midterms.
The Kremlin-backed operation, known as Matryoshka, has Hollywood actors telling voters to disavow the Democratic Party & vote Republican.
The Kremlin-backed operation, known as Matryoshka, has Hollywood actors telling voters to disavow the Democratic Party & vote Republican.