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I see the issue. When we said we would replace human workers with machines you assumed the machines would work. That's on you

Nearly 2 million Americans on unemployment, highest since pandemic era Continuing unemployment claims jumped to 1.97 million in late July, according to a Labor Department report, highlighting a weakening labor market.

The number of Americans receiving unemployment benefits for at least a week rose to the highest level since late 2021, according to Labor Department data.

A message stating: "Hello, How are you today? Your work experience was reviewed by the management of HAMAI COMPANY LIMITED through a LinkedIn recommendation. We are looking for someone with your skill set. I am reaching out to see if you are currently keeping your options open for remote part time job opportunities if it is flexible and the money is right? Kindly indicate your interest for more details. Looking forward to your response."

I'm glad someone's finally paying attention to my [unspecified skills] !! 😤
In preparation for a piece on job search scams, I've been looking back through some of the gems I was sent over the last few months

The threat of political violence is keeping parents out of elected office Persistent harassment and threats of violence may be impacting who decides to become an elected official or candidate — especially for parents of young children.

Persistent harassment and threats of violence may be impacting who decides to become an elected official or candidate — especially for parents of young children.

Saw this movie for the first time last year - it's just stellar. And so is the public library!!

one of the single best deals in streaming. i've been paying for PBS Passport for years. it rules

Pledge $25 $50 $100 $250 $500 $1000 Trans leadership starts here. At the NTLC, we’re building a movement to empower trans leaders across the United States. But we can’t do it alone.While we wo…

If you're able to commit to a pledge for our org, it would mean a lot: transleadership.org/pledge/

We're in the final stretch of our Summer Pledge Drive over at @NTLCouncil

✅ So far we've assembled a senior leadership team, held our first community organizing panel, and are hard at work planning our inaugural Summit for the fall.

Pledge drive wraps up this week!

Job search scams are also one of the many reasons to track your applications. Got an email from a company you don't remember applying to? That's pretty sus! 👀

Job scammers are looking to hire you Scammers are always “hiring” but don’t actually want to employ you. Instead, they want your money, personal information, or both. Here’s how to spot and avoid a job scam.

I've been looking into job search scams for my newsletter and this feels like as good a time as any to plug the FTC's website if you feel like you might be getting scammed!

consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-ale...

I read the original post as critiquing time on screen, not that they could replace one another. Andor is about Diego Luna's character while LOU S2 is not about Pedro's. He's on screen significantly less.

Trans people make up 1-3% of American society depending on definitions (nonbinary, trans, etc).

That is enough to swing multiple close swing state elections.

Democrats should not nominate an anti-trans Democrat.

Black and white photo of protesters holding signs including prominent 'TOGETHER WE STAND' banner. Overlay text box reads 'NTLC DEEPLY CONDEMNS THE PASSAGE OF THE SO-CALLED ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL' followed by 'This bill will decimate programs like Medicaid, CHIP, and SNAP for millions of Americans.'

'MILLIONS IMPACTED' in large text with blue oval highlight. Main text discusses how MAGA extremists chose tax breaks for billionaires over constituents, mentions removal of gender affirming care ban provision, and warns about Medicaid cuts affecting 1 in 4 transgender Americans. Also notes Planned Parenthood defunding provision impacting 200 health centers and restricting transgender access to reproductive and gender-affirming care.

A pair of hands are holding up a beige sign against pink and blue background. Sign reads 'FOLLOW NTLC FOR MORE UPDATES ON ANTI-TRANS FEDERAL LEGISLATION' in purple text. Website 'transleadership.org' appears at bottom with NTLC logo.

While they defund our lifelines, we become each other's safety nets. The revolution happens in our communities, AND in Congress.

Gunn said that this Krypto is based on his own dog, who is a menace 😂

As more journalists are driven out of their jobs, I keep hearing this drumbeat of "it's ok -- they can start their own newsletter or publication." Some can. But becoming your own business is a huge job, and will eliminate many talented reporters from the public sphere. Here's why. (1/5)

Freya fiercely guards our doors

Adam Ruins Everything has a great episode on the TSA and points out things like this. It's security theater, always has been.

Heck yeah! A huge thanks to folks that have pledged so far 🩷

A graphic promoting the "Summer Pledge Drive" with bold pastel text at the top. The text reads, "Summer Pledge Drive: Help us reach our goal." Below, it says, "We're working to raise $1,000 by July 31," with the date circled in red. On the right side, there’s a thermometer graphic showing progress, with the level partially filled in green.

We’re 25% of the way there! We’re one step closer to reaching our $1,000 goal by July 31.

Your support fuels trans leadership and builds a brighter future for our community.

Not everyone voted for this. Would also encourage you to look up how gerrymandered this state is.

Black women’s unemployment is rising. Economists say it’s a warning sign. New data released Thursday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics marked the third straight month of high unemployment rates for Black women.

Because of systematic racism and inequities in the labor market, cracks in the strength of the overall economy always show up for Black workers first. "Black women show up as a canary in the coal mine, giving a picture of what may happen to everyone else later” @chabeli.bsky.social @19thnews.org

some people are gonna need a few days in the fetal position and some people do best when immediately given a task and some people need to immerse themselves in joy and comfort

we have to let everyone grieve and feel this shit however their own nervous system needs. this is gonna be a long fight

Horror movies, art AND FFX? Hell yeah 👋🏼 I've been thinking about going back to Spira again soon

Four movies posters: The Materialists, The Big Lebowski, 28 Years Later, and Fargo

Shogun!

a close up of a person 's face with a blue eye Alt: a close up of a person 's face with a blue eye, Jin-Woo from the Solo Leveling anime

Just caught up with Solo Leveling

I was baffled that people were actually having trouble pronouncing "Mamdani" til I got on the phone with my midwestern mother

She'd gotten it all the way to "Moombino" before three rounds of my corrections 😂

Mutual Aid is a good read! Definitely made me think differently about community efforts and the flaws of charities

as you should!!

Transgender representation in public office has skyrocketed Since 2017, LGBTQ+ representation among elected officials has swelled by nearly 200%.

Axios 26 Jun 25 -- Analysis of Victory Institute report: Christian Right attacks have galvanized the trans community as number of trans people in public office soars by 1,800% to 1,334 just since 2017. Nonbinary alone grew 3,900%. (By comparison LGBTQ+ grew by 198%.) @rikiwilchins.bsky.social