D’Arcy Oaks

I've lived in D.C. for the better part of two decades. Nearly my whole adult life. Something folks aren't talking about--a giant elephant in the room--is the amount of "brand protection" going on right now.

I don't mean fear of Trump or political persecution, although those can overlap.

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France recognizing the state of Palestine won’t have much immediate effect but it’s a necessary step in the horribly long road to a durable peace. There’s no settlement or peace possible without partition and two states. Recognition is a small step in that direction.

four album covers: Portishead's Dummy, Tribe's MM, Me'Shell's Plantation Lullabies, and Spearhead's Home

It’s stunning to me that the New York Times did not put the story on the bloodbath at the NIH, CDC, and FDA on its front page this morning.

They did !

I think it was likely for the NHL hockey game occurring inside the OSU Horseshoe

Columbus! This Friday !
5-9pm; only $10 when you say the codeword “Crestfest” at the door!

YouTube video by The Ezra Klein Show Don't Believe Him | The Ezra Klein Show

This is great.

Columbus peeps: I’m spinning records w DJ Sleepy at Old North Arcade tonight 8pm on; great drink specials !

We keep hearing about masculinity from the Zuckerbergs of the world-- this woman has shown more courage in this 60-second clip than any of the tech billionaires have shown in recent memory as they grovel at Trump's feet.

Come to the party! I’m spinning post-punk, avant-funk, mutant disco records with DJ Sleepy at Old North Arcade, Friday, January 24, 8 pm. No cover! Great drink prices! Pinball optional.

Columbus peeps: I am spinning ‘60s records w TrueSkills at The Oracle tonight. Mod, garage, psych, Latin boogaloo, ye ye girls, northern soul. 9pm, no cover, they serve great cocktails…